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Prairie Cruise | Chester Woods Park

Rochester LocalAugust 30, 2025

Prairie Restoration Wagon Tour – Chester Woods Park Discover how former farmland has been transformed into prairies and woodlands at Chester Woods Park. Join volunteer Joel Dunnette and former Park...

Healthcare Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

Rochester LocalAugust 26, 2025

Calling all Healthcare Workers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated healthcare workers by offering free admission during Healthcare Appreciation Month. All through September, healthcare workers receive FREE entry...

Guide to Sunflower Fields in & Around Rochester, MN

Haley WelchJuly 19, 2025August 21, 2025

by Haley WelchJuly 19, 2025August 21, 2025

Sunflower Fields are popping up all over southeast Minnesota! Here's our list of several fields within driving distance of Rochester MN....

7 Family Fun Hikes in Rochester MN

Rochester LocalMay 31, 2025August 22, 2025

by Rochester LocalMay 31, 2025August 22, 2025

Enjoy these 5 family fun hikes in the Rochester MN area!...

Field Trip Friday: Nerstrand Big Woods

HeatherMay 30, 2025August 22, 2025

by HeatherMay 30, 2025August 22, 2025

Updated June 2025 It was a rainy week, and I knew my kids were antsy because they hadn’t been outside all week. With my kids, I can tell when...

Where to See Flowering Trees in the Greater Rochester MN Area

Amber FreemanMay 8, 2025

by Amber FreemanMay 8, 2025

There’s something magical about spring’s first flowers. Fresh pops of pink, purple and white petals stretch skyward alongside branches of buds as if they’re waking up from a long nap....

Field Trip Friday: Carley State Park

Tricia KnutsonJune 10, 2023June 6, 2024

by Tricia KnutsonJune 10, 2023June 6, 2024

Southeastern Minnesota is FULL of beautiful state parks and hiking trails. When my family wants to hit a local state park, we love taking a trip to Carley State Park...

Field Trip Friday: Blue Earth

Lucy BarilJune 10, 2023June 29, 2023

by Lucy BarilJune 10, 2023June 29, 2023

The small town of Blue Earth has so much to show off, and has so much more to offer than just the Giant! Great trails, and many family-friendly activities, all...