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.
Programs begin at 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted, and run 60 minutes and 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 Lake Elmo Park Reserve are:
- June 24, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Animals of the St. Croix.
- July 1, Captain Jack Sparrow presenting Pirate and Nautical History.
- July 22, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Reptiles and Amphibians.
- Aug. 12, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Raptors
Campfire programs scheduled for St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park are:
- June 10, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Animals of the St. Croix.
- July 1, The Remarkable Reptiles presenting Reptiles.
- July 8, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Raptors.
- July 15, Dodge Nature Center presenting Call of the Canines.
- Aug. 5, Carpenter Nature Center presenting Reptiles and Amphibians.
- Aug. 19, Dodge Nature Center presenting Amazing Monarchs.
- Aug. 26, Bruce the Bug Guy presenting Bugs!
For questions, call 651-430-8370 or email at parks@co.washington.mn.us. For more Washington County Parks programs, events, and locations, see information on the parks web pages.