(Programs are subject to change or cancellation based on severe weather)
Snowshoe hike
Eastman Nature Center
1-2:30 p.m. Saturday
Learn about snowshoes and search for animal tracks. Equipment provided. Cost is $5. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. (threeriversparks.org)
Knot-tying basics
Fort Snelling State Park
1:30-3 p.m. Saturday
Learn a few knots that are useful on camping or canoeing trips. Registration required. Call 612-725-2724, or e-mail krista.jensen@state.mn.us. (mndnr.gov)
Skate ski lesson
Elm Creek Park Reserve
9:30-11 a.m. Sunday
Learn the basics of skate skiing like efficient edging, gliding and control. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. (threeriversparks.org)
Golden eagles
Whitewater State Park
10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday
Scott Mehus, National Eagle Center education director and Golden Eagle Project co-coordinator, will share his 20 years of experience observing the birds in southeast Minnesota and Wisconsin. (1-507-312-2300, mndnr.gov)
Classic ski lesson
Elm Creek Park Reserve
Noon-1:30 p.m. Sunday
Learn proper equipment fitting, stopping, turning, and more. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation.
Lifelong Learners
Lowry Nature Center
10-11:30 a.m. Monday
Delve into environmental education topics with an indoor discussion and outdoor exploration. A snowshoe hike is the focus of this program. Cost is $10. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. (threeriversparks.org)
