Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Join us at the visitor center each Saturday in February for a winter walk in the woods. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park's during the program. If there isn’t enough snow, we'll hike instead.
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Ever want to get out and explore? During this program we will be going geocaching, looking for things hidden in the woods. What will make this hunt even more exciting is that it will take us off the beaten path into a little...
Get ready to experience snow like you never have before! Bundle up and bring your family and friends for an afternoon of snow games. Try your luck Ice Bowling or throwing Snow Snakes on the frozen pond. Test your skills with Ice & Easy hide and seek, Tic-Tac-Snow and a...
This is an opportunity to experience how the wild animals of the zoo actually feel. Get an up-close view, touch, and learn about fur pelts from animals that are native to Minnesota.
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
A mile of luminaries will light the way, leading you on a hike along the woods and through the prairie. Stop by the Prairie House to warm up by the bonfire and enjoy an outdoor gourmet hot cocoa bar. This is an evening for all ages to enjoy! Choose your...
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Join us at the visitor center each Saturday in February for a winter walk in the woods. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park's during the program. If there isn’t enough snow, we'll hike instead.
Join a Naturalist on a stroll through the park to try out some mindfulness techniques. Learn how being immersed in nature can benefit your health. Meet in the Nature Center, dress warm as we won’t be walking fast or far.
Step back in time when you step into the Quarry Hill Cave! Quarry Hill Park was once part of the Rochester State Hospital grounds and there remains some interesting historic features from a century of agriculture, quarry operations and more. Learn about some of these historic features and tour the sandstone...
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Feathered socks, a hooked beak and gigantic eyes – oh my! Get up close with one of Quarry Hill’s little owls to learn all about their special features. Then head outdoors to look for owl nests and try your skills at owl calling. Back indoors, we will dissect owl pellets....
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Join us for our monthly H.O.P. into the Park (Healthy Older People) program hosted by the Friends of Whitewater State Park!
Follow the glow of candlelight through the woods as you walk through the Valentine themed Love in the Animal Kingdom trivia trail. Then, warm up by the fire inside the Nature Center. Enjoy an adult beverage from the gourmet hot cocoa bar, a sweet chocolate treat, and a nighttime view...
Project MN Youth Outdoors Presents: The 12th Annual Youth Ice Fishing Expo FEBRUARY 17th, 2024 Registration STARTS AT 10 AM Tournament Starts @ 11 AM Prizes! Drawings! Trophies for top finishers! Food and water provided! Tournament 11 AM - 2 PM Prizes to follow! Chester Woods Park AGES 3-15! Fishing...
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Join us at the visitor center each Saturday in February for a winter walk in the woods. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park's during the program. If there isn’t enough snow, we'll hike instead.
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s annual Great Backyard Bird Count is this weekend, February 16-19! Come watch the birds in the comfort of the Nature Center’s Wildlife Viewing Area to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. A Naturalist will be there to help identify and count...
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Downtown Rochester transforms into an icy oasis for Social-ICE! Unique themed ice bars—each with its own signature drink—and full-scale ice sculptures illuminated with vibrant hues light up the winter-drab night. Keep your blood pumping with nightly live DJ entertainment.
Meet at the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center. Join us at the visitor center each Saturday in February for a winter walk in the woods. Bring your own snowshoes or use the park's during the program. If there isn’t enough snow, we'll hike instead.
Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for Saturday, February 24th, at 11 am. We've partnered with Team R.E.D running club and will be taking over Sixth Street for a mile-long run that includes four pit stops for some much-needed beer hydration! Whether you're a seasoned runner or...
Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for Saturday, February 24th, at 11am. We've partnered with Team R.E.D running club and will be taking over Sixth Street for a mile-long run that includes four pit stops for some much-needed beer hydration! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just...
Experience Oxbow Park as a winter wonderland! Learn the importance of snowshoes and how some animals have their own version of snowshoes. Bring your own or rent snowshoes for $5.00 from Friends of Oxbow. Ages 5 and up. Snow permitting.
Downtown Rochester transforms into an icy oasis for Social-ICE! Unique themed ice bars—each with its own signature drink—and full-scale ice sculptures illuminated with vibrant hues light up the winter-drab night. Keep your blood pumping with nightly live DJ entertainment.
Step back in time when you step into the Quarry Hill Cave! Quarry Hill Park was once part of the Rochester State Hospital grounds and there remains some interesting historic features from a century of agriculture, quarry operations and more. Learn about some of these historic features and tour the sandstone...
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
