Scott County announces a kayaking event at Cleary Lake on June 22, offering lessons on safety and paddling techniques with equipment provided. Reservations required.

Minneapolis is planning a new Bike Skills Park, holding a public hearing on June 18, 2025, for community input on the diverse skill-level trails and maintenance-friendly design.

St. Croix Bluffs and Point Douglas beaches closed due to toxic blue-green algae; officials warn against water contact and advise keeping pets away. Park facilities remain open.

Cleary Lake Regional Park is hosting a paddleboarding event on June 20 to celebrate the summer solstice, featuring instruction and a meditation session.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting BioBlitz events on June 14 and June 28 for participants to catalog local biodiversity with expert assistance.

A closed section of the Dakota Rail Regional Trail in Carver County from Mayer to Highway 10 reopens this Friday after maintenance, as announced by the county parks on social media.

Collinwood Park & Campground beach temporarily closed due to water quality issues; swimming halted until further notice, with retesting scheduled. Other park activities remain available.

Wright County launches an app to inform on the status of local beaches, displaying closures due to various reasons like high bacteria levels or maintenance.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board will install semi-permanent athletic field fences at Todd Park next week, enhancing the sports facilities for the 2025 diamond sports season.

Brackett Park's "Pup Parade" on June 5 promises fun for dogs and owners, including post-parade entertainment and a movie at dusk, with opportunities to donate pet supplies.

Carver County Parks announces a summer camp program at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park for teens, featuring archery, paddle sports, and other outdoor activities.

Carver County Parks in Minnesota announces the return of weekend watercraft and yard game rentals starting June 7, available Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Oak Hill Park's splash pad in St. Louis Park opens June 2, offering a free and inclusive water play area for residents and visitors daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until August 31.