A public hearing will discuss renaming Minneapolis' Xcel Field Park to Xcel Energy Park on December 4, 2024, considering its history and partnership with Xcel Energy.

An evening of full moon kicksledding is offered on December 13 by the Outdoor Recreation School, with alternate winter hiking if conditions aren't right.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is seeking applications for representatives on the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board and the Minneapolis Tree Advisory Commission.

Carver County Parks in Minnesota is offering Snowshoe Nature Hike and Full Moon Snowshoe Hike programs for individuals over 10 years old to explore winter landscapes and learn about snowshoeing.

The Westwood Hills Nature Center in Minnesota, now a Certified Net-Zero Energy Building, employs eco-friendly design and serves as a educational hub for sustainable living.

The Wargo Nature Center in December offers winter activities like snowshoeing and wildlife tracking, inclusive programs for families with developmental disabilities, youth camps, and various crafts and educational sessions.

Washington County Parks offers free entry on the day after Thanksgiving, encouraging outdoor activities over shopping in an #OptOutside initiative, with a variety of activities across all its parks.

The Westwood Hills Nature Center in St. Louis Park is a Certified Net-Zero Energy building focusing on sustainability and environmental education, featuring a passive solar strategy and self-guided tours highlighting its green features.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board received a $95,533 donation from Friends of the Wildflower Garden for new fencing at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden.

The Minnesota DNR Eagle Cam is streaming once again, offering insights into the lives of bald eagles after last year's nest collapse. The new nest is carefully monitored for stability.

The MPRB announced that the November 20 board meeting won't be live streamed due to technical issues, but it will be recorded and uploaded to YouTube later.

Scott County's Cleary Lake Regional Park hosts a Family Winter Wellness event with a scavenger hunt and crafting to encourage outdoor activity in the cold months, free and open to young children and families.

Minneapolis parks offer festive activities, including family nights, pottery sales, and scavenger hunts, with special events for seniors and holiday camps for kids during school closures.