Snowshoeing for beginners
Cleary Lake Regional Park
3-4:30 p.m. Friday
Enjoy this Minnesota winter sport with a scenic, guided hike. Equipment provided. We will hike if no snow. Reservations required. Call 763-694-7777 to register. (threeriversparks.org)
Snowshoe under the moon
6-8 p.m. Saturday
Cleary Lake Regional Park
• Explore winter signs and sounds under the light of the full moon. Equipment provided. Hike will happen if there is no snow. Cost is $5. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. This program is for ages 6 and older. (threeriversparks.org)
6-8 p.m. Saturday
French Regional Park
• Enjoy a fire and s'mores afterward. Equipment provided. Cost is $7. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. This program is for ages 6 and older.
6:30-8 p.m. Saturday
Lowry Nature Center
• The walk is on uneven terrain. Cost is $5. (763-694-7650)
Primitive fire-making
Tettegouche State Park
1-3 p.m. Saturday
This drop-in program at the visitor center shows how to start a fire without matches, lighters or modern tools. You'll see how flint-and-steel, bow drills, magnifiers and other techniques help create a fire. Learn how native mushrooms and fungi make themselves useful in creating a flame. (1-218-353-8809, mndnr.gov/tettegouche)
Family fun day
Richardson Nature Center
3-4 p.m. Sunday
Learn about animals that hibernate during this hands-on program of activities. Drop in anytime. (763-694-7676, threeriversparks.org)
Skate ski lesson
Hyland Lake Park Reserve
9:30-11 a.m. Sunday
Practice efficient edging, gliding and control. Prior classic skiing experience recommended. Cost is $28. Call 763-559-6700 to reserve a spot, or go online to threeriversparks.org.