Solar Eclipse Viewing
Minneopa State Park 54497 Gadwall Rd, Mankato, MNJoin a state park naturalist and Ney Nature Center naturalist to safely view the solar eclipse and learn all about this amazing spectacle.
Join a state park naturalist and Ney Nature Center naturalist to safely view the solar eclipse and learn all about this amazing spectacle.
Join a park naturalist to learn how to read the signs that wildlife leaves and decipher the clues to the who, what, when, where and how of their lives and what kinds of stories these can tell.
Spend some time chatting with a park naturalist about the numerous plants and animals that share the water, sky and forests here in Minnesota.
Discover the beauty of Minneopa State Park at night with a candlelight hike following the Minneopa Creek River Valley.
Join a park naturalist on a guided snowshoe hike to explore the park's less visited areas and enjoy a great view of the Minneopa Creek River Valley. The snowshoes will be available for free but must be reserved at least two days in advance by emailing Kelsey.M.Moe@state.mn.us.
Welcome the new year with a hike through the park to start your year on the right foot by getting outside and enjoying the beauty of nature!
Join a park naturalist on an easy hike to discover what bird species call Minnesota their home all year long and get some tips and tricks to view these wonderful winter friends of the skies.
Join Mike Hertel as he leads you on a guided hike along the trails! Learn to discover a connection to the landscape and why it is important to understand our wild resources and what they mean for us.
Join a park naturalist to learn how plants, animals and insects prepare for winter and the incredible adaptations they have to make it through the long, cold, dark days ahead.
Join a park naturalist on a hike to discover the wonders of nocturnal critters and explore how our senses change when the lights are off.
Join a park naturalist to safely view the partial solar eclipse and learn all about this amazing spectacle.
Spend some time chatting with a park naturalist about the numerous plants and animals that share the water, sky and forests here in Minnesota as you explore, discover and get inspired during your visit to Minneopa State Park.
Join a naturalist for a presentation on the animals that awake at night and learn about all the calls you hear after the sun goes down in the forests of Minnesota.
Join a certified archery instructor in the state park for a hands-on lesson in the ancient sport of archery.
Join a naturalist on a hike to investigate these invasive species, learn how they are affecting our parks and how we can take action to protect the environments we call home.
Spend time chatting with a park naturalist about the plants and animals that share the water, sky and forests in Minnesota.
Have you ever wondered why some of the stars have their own constellations and names? Or how the moon and stars have influenced how people have understood and kept track of time? Join a naturalist to discover everything there is to know about the stars and hear some stories of the night as these lights […]
Spend some time chatting with a park naturalist about the numerous plants and animals that share the water, sky, and forests here in Minnesota as you explore, discover, and get inspired during your visit to Minneopa State Park. There will be something for everyone to enjoy, whether it's arts and crafts, plant or animal identification, […]
Join the Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo (RAD) from Owatonna, Minnesota for an afternoon of fun! They will bring actual, living cold-blooded species such as turtles, snakes, lizards, and even a tiny alligator for an engaging and enjoyable experience for both children and adults. So come discover and learn about these magnificent animals, as well […]