Scott County announced a geocaching event at Cleary Lake Regional Park on March 16, where participants will search for leprechaun surprises. Reservations required by March 14.

Coon Rapids offers wholesale priced trees and shrubs to residents for beautification and urges quick ordering as it’s first-come, first-served with a four-plant limit. The sale is online with tax and delivery included.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation introduces a fee assistance program to support residents in financial need, allowing them to participate in community activities.

Woodbury's Parks and Recreation department introduces new summer programs including adult pickleball leagues, youth fencing, and a Miracle League day camp, encouraging both social and athletic activities for all ages.

The City of Bloomington is holding its 17th annual Arbor Day tree sale, letting residents buy affordable bare-root trees to plant and enhance the urban canopy.

Fish Lake in Maple Grove is anticipated to be removed from Minnesota's impaired waters list in 2024 due to successful environmental restoration efforts.

Brooklyn Park's Recreation and Parks Department announces a range of March activities, including summer camp registration, a community meeting on Activity Center improvements, workshops, and free movies.

Minneapolis Parks invites adults to join a woodpecker-watching event on Leap Year Day and offers various birding and nature activities throughout spring.

Wright County Parks & Recreation opens campsite reservations on March 4, with history suggesting quick booking. A new reservation system is in place and requires a new account for all users.

Apple Valley's annual Tree & Shrub Sale offers residents a chance to buy flora at discounted prices, with an easy online ordering system and limited quantities available.

Plymouth's Summer Parks and Recreation Activities Guide is now online, offering a range of community activities. Registration opens on March 13 for residents, later for non-residents. An app for easy access to services will launch in early March.

The Wargo Nature Center prepares for maple syruping as spring approaches, offering educational programs to experience and learn about this sustainable food tradition.

Maple Grove highlights its fight against the emerald ash borer during National Invasive Species Awareness Week, focusing on a multi-year initiative to treat and remove affected ash trees.