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RICE CREEK WEST REGIONAL TRAIL

RICE CREEK WEST REGIONAL TRAIL

MISSISSIPPI WEST REGIONAL PARK

MISSISSIPPI WEST REGIONAL PARK

RICE CREEK CHAIN OF LAKES PARK RESERVE

RICE CREEK CHAIN OF LAKES PARK RESERVE

BUNKER HILLS REGIONAL PARK REDEVELOPMENT

BUNKER HILLS REGIONAL PARK REDEVELOPMENT

COON RAPIDS DAM REGIONAL PARK

COON RAPIDS DAM REGIONAL PARK

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Nature is starting to show early signs of spring—brighter bird songs and that unmistakable smell of thawing earth fills the air.

🔎 What to watch for this time of year:

▪️ Woodpeckers drumming as they establish territories.

▪️ Owls calling

✨🖼️ Two incredible new art pieces have been installed outside Wargo Nature Center’s front entrance to celebrate the beauty of the surrounding nature and wildlife.

🌳 First: A large circular design featuring a vibrant collection of animals and

Are you impatiently waiting for camping season to arrive? The wait is growing shorter. Campground reservations open on Monday, March 2 at 8 am. Be ready to reserve because campsites go fast. 🏕️ ✅

Bunker Hills Campground
Open: May 8 - October 18

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☀️Make your kids summer memorable. Check out all our day camp offerings online now. Registration opens on Friday, February 20 at 9 am. 🦉

#AnokaCountyParks #Summer2026

We’re hiring a variety of seasonal positions throughout Anoka County Parks, Bunker Beach Water Park, and Chomonix Golf Course. 🌳 🌊 ⛳

👉 Apply online today to join our team this summer.

#AnokaCountyParks #BunkerBeachMN #ChomonixGC #2026

We want everyone to be able to enjoy the benefits of our parks and recreation. Experience winter in a way that can better suit you or your family member’s needs with an upcoming adaptive activity. ❄️

Adaptive Snowshoeing
Sunday, Feb. 22; 1-3

Fishers (Pekania pennanti) are medium-sized members of the weasel family. Despite their name, they do not readily feed on fish or spend time in the water. They are mostly found on land and primarily eat hares, rabbits, squirrels, and porcupines.

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📢 Work has started on phase two of the Bunker Hills boardwalk replacement. Helical piers are being placed for the wooden boardwalk to be constructed upon. The boardwalk is expected to be open for public use in the spring. We can’t wait for thi