Do This Now: Editor-selected events at state, regional and local parks

1 Autumn hiking adventure

Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Nov. 29, 1:30-3 p.m.,

Meet at Richardson Nature Center for a naturalist-led hike along two miles of wood chip and turf trails. Binoculars and Nordic walking poles available upon request. Ages 8-plus. $5. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threeriversparks.org.

2 Animal tracking

Fort Snelling State Park, Nov. 30, 1-2:30 p.m.

Meet at the visitor center to learn about the animals of Fort Snelling State Park. A naturalist will train the group to find clues that animals are nearby. More information: 612-725-2724 or www.mndnr.gov/ptcalendar.

3 Orienteering

Meet at Eastman Nature Center for a lesson on navigating the old-fashioned way, with map and compass. Then head out to test your skills on an orienteering course. Ages 9-plus. $5. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threerivers parks.org.

4 Green fit club

Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Dec. 1-Feb. 19

Exercise in the outdoors this winter. Group fitness sessions take place on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings through mid-February. Activities include yoga, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more. Equipment provided. Ages 18-plus. $85 for the series. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More information: www.threerivers parks.org.

5 Cross-country skiing without the snow