Posts with tag 'Parks and Recreation'

Spring and summer are fantastic times for camping around the Twin Cities, so the fact that National Camping Month happens in June is very fitting for our region. Before you get ready to head out for your campsite, however, it's worth making a stop at one of many great, local outdoor shops near Minneapolis homes for sale and Saint Paul homes for sale to pick up all of the supplies you'll need. We've got all the details on where to find five excellent Twin Cities outdoor shops to grab the latest gear just in time for National Camping Month.

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Sunday, September 26 is World Rivers Day. It's an opportunity to appreciate and celebrate our local rivers and streams, and there's no better way to mark the occasion than by taking a paddling trip in the Twin Cities. 

We're blessed to live in a part of the world where numerous world-class rivers and streams are practically at our doorstep. If you're looking for a great place to kayak in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, look no further!

• Minnesota River - 101 Snelling Lake Rd., Saint Paul, MN 55111
  The Minnesota River flows over 300 miles across nearly the entire state of Minnesota before eventually emptying into the Mississippi River in Saint Paul. It's a gentle and placid river throughout much of the year, and sections of it are protected as Wild and Scenic River. Needless to say, there's a lot of great kayaking along the way. If you're looking for a paddling spot convenient to these St. Paul homes for sale, check out the beautiful Fort Snelling State Park, which includes ample river access near the Minnesota River's confluence with the Mississippi.

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Playing disc golf is such a nice way to enjoy the outdoors. You can take your time moving from basket to basket, admiring the scenery on the way. Even if you have little to no disc throwing experience, it's an approachable sport, and the disc golf community is really welcoming. If you're looking at Minneapolis homes for sale or Saint Paul homes for sale, here are some disc golf courses to visit in the area.

• Highland Park Disc Golf Course: 1200 Montreal Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55116
  The Highland Park Disc Golf Course is a full, 18-hole course. Some baskets are out in the open, and others are set in more challenging, wooded terrain. The course is best classified as an intermediate course, but beginners can certainly have fun with it, too.
  
  This course is open to the public, and there is no charge to play. Highland Park has a lot to offer, so after your disc golf game, you can play horseshoes, enjoy a picnic under a shelter, let your kids explore the playgrounds, or walk the hiking trails.

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With its abundance of lakes, river, and streams that have many different types of game fish, the Twin Cities has plenty of spots that are perfect for fly fishing. Whether you prefer walking a stream, wading in a river, or casting from a boat, pier, or the shore, you'll be able to do it at several area locations.
  
Try the following five fly fishing destinations around the Twin Cities and located near Minneapolis homes for sale or St. Paul homes for sale.  

1. Lake Calhoun – about 3 blocks west of Lake St. and Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis   
   Lake Calhoun is a prime spot to fish for bluegill, crappie, tiger muskie, Northern pike, largemouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, bullhead, and carp. The pier lets you cast into deep water, so you don't necessarily need a boat to reel in a big one. Recommended flies include the wooly bugger, bass popper, small nymphs, and minnow patterns. And as an added bonus, you'll be able to enjoy beautiful views of the Minneapolis skyline from the lake.

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What could be better than spending a beautiful spring day outdoors at your favorite golf course? Whether you're new to the game or have been anticipating your return to the golf course all winter long, this is the perfect year to embrace the game. National Golfer's Day takes place every year on April 10, and the great golf courses around the Twin Cities are gearing up for another exciting season. We have the details on six local courses where you can celebrate Golfer's Day, then enjoy some outdoor fun on the links all spring and summer long.

• Hiawatha Golf Club – 4553 Longfellow Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55407
  A long-time local favorite near Minneapolis homes for sale, the 18-hole course at Hiawatha Golf Club has been delighting golfers for nearly a century. The course is located next to the scenic Hiawatha Lake and is one of the longest public golf courses in Minneapolis. There are water features throughout the course, including 10 ponds, two holes bordering the lake, and a creek winding through the back nine.

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