Three Rivers Park District

This month on #TheWanderingNaturalistPodcast, discover the impact oak trees have on our forests and parks. Why are they such a powerful plant for biodiversity? How does Three Rivers manage and care for oaks in our parks? And how do we grow acorns into mighty oak saplings? Wander with Angela and Brandon to find out at https://lnkd.in/dga9-nx #NewEpisodes #PodcastEpisodes #OakTrees #LandManagement

When it comes to collecting prairie seed, we seek plants that fit the job of being unique to supporting diversity and resiliency. Find out the top ten prairie plants for our restoration efforts and learn what makes them so valuable in our article from the blog archive. https://lnkd.in/g_EWxjds

Labor Day is typically the end cap on summer and that goes for the recreation equipment rentals through places like Three Rivers Park District. Check out the story from FOX 9 | KMSP-TV exploring the parks from a new vantage point. The kayaks, canoes and paddleboards will be put into hibernation after Labor Day weekend so if an open water adventure is calling, your time is limited! Three Rivers has rentals on a first come first serve basis. Call ahead to check hours and availability. https://lnkd.in/gBw6a6Pa

We're #NowHiring a Farm Educator at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista, MN! Develop and implement an innovative, comprehensive agricultural education program to help the public more fully appreciate, enjoy and utilize the agricultural and natural environment and facilities of Three Rivers in this full-time benefitted position. This position is open until filled with a first submission deadline of August 30, 2024. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gKwgvxwt #FullTimeJobs #FarmEducation #AgricultureEducation #AgEducation #GaleWoodsFarm #ThreeRiversParkDistrict

Have you ever wondered what a monarch tag is or why we tag monarch butterflies? Read our article from the blog archive to discover more about these beautiful insects and their incredible 2,000-mile migration. https://lnkd.in/gV9N-YzC

We're #NowHiring a part-time Silverwood Educator at Silverwood Park in St. Anthony, MN. Develop and implement an innovative, comprehensive nature-inspired art education program that will increase the public's awareness to more fully appreciate, enjoy, and utilize the natural environment and facilities of the Park District in this part-time position! https://lnkd.in/giwBctvj #PartTimeJobs #NatureEducation #ArtEducation #NatureAndArt

#MississippiGateway Construction Update! Construction crews made noticeable progress on all portions of the Mississippi Gateway Redevelopment Project in July. At the Gateway Center, work continues on both the interior and exterior of the building. Decking and siding installation have been started on the exterior, while plumbing, mechanical and electrical installation continues in the building's interior. Elsewhere at the East Unit, the masonry walls of the seasonal restroom building are more than halfway completed. The structure for the Treetop Trail is now complete and the first span of concrete decking will be installed soon. With the Treetop Trail structure completed, crews have now begun to build the hillside Nature Play Area, starting with earthwork and retaining walls. Also at the East Unit, the river flats picnic area and wetland trails are underway. At the West Unit, the two most visible changes are the completion of the curbing for the new parking area and the installation of the play area equipment. In the coming weeks, the parking area will be ready for paving and the play area will be ready for rubber surfacing.

A Three Rivers bike enthusiast takes us on a ride through and around her favorite park in our latest article on the blog. https://lnkd.in/gDbd6Cbh

Join the Outdoor Recreation School and instructor trainer, Nancy Uschold, for an immersive weekend of training to experiment and expand your paddle sport outreach and teaching skills at the Advanced Communications Workshop (ACW). The ACW focuses on methods to address the needs of individuals with speech and language impairments, hearing impairments or deafness and visual impairments or blindness. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gEmmykYp

If you're looking for a new way to experience Minnesota wildlife, paddleboarding and kayaking are great ways to get out on the water. CCX Media has the story on the paddleboard and kayak rentals we offer at Three Rivers! https://lnkd.in/gZU26x8M