Join area naturalists at outdoor park amphitheaters at Lake Elmo Park Reserve and St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park for a variety of nature programs this summer.
Campfire Programs begin at 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted, and run for one hour. During the program, naturalists will present live creatures, facts, and/or exhibits for hands-on family learning.
All Campfire Programs are free to campers and visitors with a vehicle permit ($7/day or $30/annual). Programs include a bonfire when conditions allow. Bench seating and grassy areas are available; visitors are welcome to bring camp chairs and blankets for comfort.
Campfire programs scheduled for St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park are:
• May 24, Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed: Squirrels presented by Dodge Nature Center.
• June 7, Minnesota Wolves (no live animals) presented by Wildlife Science Center.
• June 21, Animals of the St. Croix presented by Carpenter Nature Center.
• June 28, Reptiles presented by The Remarkable Reptiles.
• July 12, The Crow Knows by Dodge Nature Center.
• July 19, Reptiles and Amphibians presented by Carpenter Nature Center.
• Aug. 9, Nature Hide-and-Seek presented by Dodge Nature Center.
•Aug. 30, Raptors presented by Carpenter Nature Center.
Campfire programs scheduled for Lake Elmo Park Reserve are:
• May 31, Reptiles presented by The Remarkable Reptiles.
• June 28, Animals Nobody Loves by Wildlife Science Center.
• Aug. 2, Raptors by Wildlife Science Center.
Camping reservations are available but not required to attend campfire programs.
For questions, call 651-430-8370 or email at parks@co.washington.mn.us. For more Washington County Parks programs, events, and locations see www.WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Parks. Follow Washington County Parks on social media at @WashCountyParks