MPRB Announces Fall Nature Programs for Adults
Friday, October 16, 2020 at 1:00PMVia an October 16 e-announcement from the Minnepaolis Park and Rec Board:
Get Outside and into Nature!
Programs are based out of the Kroening Interpretive Center at North Mississippi Regional Park, located at 4900 Mississippi Court, Minneapolis, MN 55430. Email: NorthMississippi@minneapolisparks.org
Friday October 23 10-11:30am
What can you learn from a leaf? During this season of change, the world is awash with colors from the trees, but is a leaf enough to identify a tree? Walk the park with a naturalist to observe and learn about this impressive color change while taking a closer look at tree leaves and using a dichotomous key to identify different species you find.
Ages 18+ Pre-registration is REQUIRED, there are a limited number of spots available. This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.
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Tuesday October 27 5-6pm
Get outside for a peaceful walk through the park to observe and track the seasonal happenings of plants and animals with a naturalist guide. Reset your mind and body from over-stimulation and become grounded in nature while appreciating its ever-changing elements. Socialize, exercise and contribute to the study of Phenology all while socially distancing!
Interested youth ages 12+ welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged, there are a limited number of spots available. This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.
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Saturday November 7 10-11am
Spend the morning walkin' or a rollin' on park paths with a naturalist guide in search of nature's treasures during this outdoor program for adults with developmental disabilities. Come enjoy the exploration - who knows what we may find!
Ages 18+ Pre-registration is encouraged, there are a limited number of spots available. This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.
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Tuesday November 24th 5-6pm
Get outside for a peaceful walk through the park to observe and track the seasonal happenings of plants and animals with a naturalist guide. Reset your mind and body from over-stimulation and become grounded in nature while appreciating its ever-changing elements. Socialize, exercise and contribute to the study of Phenology all while socially distancing!
Interested youth ages 12+ welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged, there are a limited number of spots available. This program takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.
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During ALL in-person outdoor programs:
- Participants must agree to wear a face covering.
- Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet from staff and individuals from other households at all times.
- Complete a self-assessment of health prior to attending.
- Participants with any signs of illness are to stay home.
