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Outdoor Activities

Leave the Indoors and Electronics behind, and escape to the great outdoors. Kayak down the creek, hike through the woods, or discover rock formations from the deck of a Steamboat. Then there’s Winter: Downhill Ski, Snowboard, Ice-Skate, or Snowshoe! Why did we ever want to stay inside?

  • Caponi Art Park

    Caponi Art Park (CAP) is a leading arts center in Dakota County and a hub for artists from across the Twin Cities to create and share their work with the community. Spanning 60 acres of wooded hills, CAP offers a unique blend of art and nature, providing an inspiring space to explore creativity, discover artwork,…
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  • Wildlife Science Center

    Home to the largest population of wolves in any facility in North America, the Wildlife Science Center is also home to black bears, mountain lions, bobcats, fox, coyotes, reptiles, and birds of prey. The Wildlife Science Center Center participates in the study of wildlife on behalf of the wildlife. We also offer educational experiential learning…
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  • #ShredRight4Good

    #ShredRight4Good (#SR4G) is a mission-driven initiative that turns secure document destruction into meaningful community impact—helping protect identities, support local organizations, and promote environmental responsibility. Consumer Shredding & Fundraising Our consumer shredding programs make it easy for schools, nonprofits, and community groups to raise funds while providing a valuable service. By partnering with Shred Right, organizations can host shredding…
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  • COMPAS – Hands-On Creative Experiences

    Creative Experiences for All Ages, Abilities & Communities. Our work takes place in: elementary, middle, and high schools, older adult communities (55+) community centers, recreation spaces, and festivals, libraries & museums, social service environments, healthcare & wellness settings, justice-involved programs, almost anywhere else people congregate Led by Professional Teaching Artists. COMPAS programs are led by professional Teaching…

  • Split Rock Lighthouse

    A visit to Minnesota’s most recognized landmark challenges students to learn about the history of Split Rock Light Station including why it was built, what technology was used, and what life was like for the keepers and their families. Students can climb the light house tower or see a replica of the lens up close…

  • Oliver Kelley Farm

    Experience the sights, smells, sounds, and activities of an 1860s family farm! Students will participate in essential farm work, meet a variety of farm animals, and help prepare foods like those that Minnesotans ate 150 years ago. Students will compare and contrast the lives of farm children from the past to their lives today through…

  • Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post

    All field trips include a tour of the Four Seasons Room, exhibit scavenger hunt, and interactive lessons on Native American games, sports, and communication.  Cycles of the Seasons Tour the Four Seasons Room, with life-sized dioramas depicting traditional Ojibwe life and activities. Students learn about making maple sugar, harvesting bark, processing wild rice, and hunting…

  • Jeffers Petroglyphs

    Programs incorporate history, anthropology, archaeology, and biology, connecting students with those who traveled our continent in ancient times. All field trips are outdoors and include a tour of the rock carvings, atlatl program, prairie walk, bison rub, and three sisters garden. During the tour, students are introduced to ancient rock carvings (petroglyphs) on site and…

  • Forest History Center

    Immerse students in the life and times of Minnesota lumberjacks. Costumed interpreters and an authentically recreated logging camp from the year 1900 bring history to life in a discovery learning experience.  The River Wanigan is a re-creation of life on a log drive in the spring of 1901, where students will explore a "floating cookshack"…

  • Camp Fire Minnesota

    Discover the magic of hands-on learning with Camp Fire Minnesota! Dive into immersive experiences in nature that spark discovery. Whether you’re planning a field trip or teambuilding event, our programs offer unforgettable adventures for all ages. Conveniently located in the Twin Cities southwest metro area of Excelsior, our 103-acres offer diverse natural habitats for hands-on…

  • Kidokinetics MN West

    Kidokinetics believes that every child deserves the opportunity to move their body in playful ways while building skills to benefit them emotionally, socially, cognitively, and physically. Traditional athletic programs rely on rigid drills and pressure to win, leaving many kids frustrated. Kidokinetics does things differently, transforming sports and development into physical play with just-right challenges…

  • Historic Fort Snelling

    Learn the stories of this important place with its military fort and surrounding area, home to a wide history that includes Native peoples, trade, soldiers, enslaved people, and immigrants. Explore the Plank Museum & Visitor Center inside a rehabilitated 1904 cavalry barracks and experience expanded outdoor learning opportunities with stunning river overlooks. Historic Fort Snelling…

  • Paradise Charter Cruises • Mpls Queen

    Experience an unforgettable educational adventure with our school and youth group cruises! Set sail on the Mississippi River from Bohemian Flats Park, conveniently located near the University of Minnesota and downtown Minneapolis. Or, explore the scenic beauty of Lake Minnetonka aboard our Paradise Charter Cruises, offering both private and public cruises for groups of 10-145…

  • Shoreview Community Center

    Bamboo Bay Our zero depth entry wading pool that features a large toddler area with a large play structure that has over 40 play features including a large 300-gallon dumping bucket, duel racing slides, a 32-inch body slide, water depth charges and more. Tropics Indoor Waterpark For older children, this waterpark features Shark Attack Waterslide where riders…