ParkConnection

Educating, advocating, and getting people out to the river. We're the charitable partner of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

[Great River Passage Conservancy @GRPassage]

📣 Calling all river fans: Join @cityofsaintpaul & @GRPassage on 6/9 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Watergate Marina for a community meeting to share your thoughts on design concepts for the Mississippi River Learning Center.

Learn more: https://t.co/08cCDc7e9K

📸: Chris Juhn

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

Help Saint Paul imagine the future Mississippi River Learning Center at Crosby Farm Regional Park! Take a brief survey to share your ideas by April 30: https://t.co/drQudelBEc

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

In Minnesota, the Latinx community culturally and economically developed the West Side Flats neighborhood along the Mississippi River. Learn more about the #HispanicHeritageMonth connection to the #MississippiRiver on our blog! https://t.co/LBtBEFs0bk (Photo courtesy MNHS)

[Patagonia @patagonia]

Join Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection on Aug 31 in Saint Paul for their Picnic For The Park fundraiser event. Enjoy local food and drinks, live jazz, a silent auction and family-friendly activities while supporting their environmental programs on the Mississippi River.

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

The @minnesotalynx had an awesome day out on the Mississippi River using @MissPaddleShare with a @NatlParkService @MNRRA ranger!

[Minnesota Lynx @minnesotalynx]

The squad hit the river today. 🛶

[OpenRiversUMN @OpenRiversUMN]

In #OpenRivers @moiraliketheory discusses her animated video collage that speaks to "isolation in the midst of a global pandemic, the resilience of Indigenous women, and reconnecting to culture, ancestors, and nature." @ParkConnection @wearewatermn https://t.co/HQpp1Nu9VH

[Patagonia @patagonia]

For several years, Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection has worked with partners to maintain a rare stretch of urban prairie at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Join them on June 24 to help improve this important habitat and keep the Mississippi River thriving.

[Patagonia @patagonia]

Join Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection in calling for a new vision for the Mississippi River that improves water quality, restores native habitat and builds climate resilience. Add your name by June 20.

[Merchology @merchology]

Some of our Minneapolis Merchfam spent yesterday afternoon helping @ParkConnection plant over 60 trees on the Mississippi river! 🌳 #giveback

[Merchology @merchology]

Last week, through our partnership with @parkconnection, some members of the merchfam were able to go kayaking! Kayaking adventures on the Mississippi River are available through the MPC Paddle Share Program! #workhardplayhard #giveback

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

#Minnesota #Educators: Register now for a free summer workshop introducing 3rd-6th grade #teachers to the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area! Kayak the #MississippiRiver and learn about our #education programs. Learn more and register at https://t.co/jxeULq8ZIb

[Patagonia @patagonia]

On June 17, join Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection and the National Park Service to learn how to kayak at Pickerel Lake in Saint Paul. Registration fee includes instruction and equipment; suitable for a wide range of experience levels and abilities.

[Patagonia @patagonia]

On May 22, bring your dog to Coldwater Spring in Minneapolis for an interactive training with Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection. Sign up to learn how you and your dog can help keep the park's ecosystem healthy through a commitment to stewardship.

[Patagonia @patagonia]

Throughout May and June, Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection is hosting a new, engaging and family-friendly Tree Walk program at the Mississippi River Visitor Center. Click to learn more and sign up for an upcoming walk; suitable for students in grades 4-6.

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

Attention 4-6th grade elementary teachers!
Our new Working River Online website has launched! Get your students involved with this free resource featuring the geology, history, stewardship, and power of the Mississippi River! https://t.co/I1MnxSocRt

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

@AngelaDavisMPR @MPRnews National Park Service ranger-led hikes along the Mississippi River https://t.co/eUrPQWvoHU

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

The National Park Service is returning to in-person programming in February. Look for a series of ranger-led hikes along the Mississippi River that are free and open to everyone. https://t.co/eUrPQWvoHU @AngelaDavisMPR

[Patagonia @patagonia]

Patagonia grantee @ParkConnection works to create meaningful experiences that strengthen the connection between people and the Mississippi River. Consider making a donation to help support their conservation projects and education programs throughout the Twin Cities.

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

@ingridss1 @NPSEducation @MplsParkBoard @BoulderOEM @FriendsMissRiv @SidewalkDog The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area NPS site ran a #BarkRanger program last year at Coldwater Spring in Minneapolis. We didn't test for effectiveness but people seemed to enjoy the program.

[ParkConnection @ParkConnection]

Our Winter River youth education program is made possible by a grant from the National Park Foundation. Nearly 500 school kids (and counting) have participated this winter alone! @golden_erin @ua14 @ElizShockman

[National Park Foundation @NationalParkFdn]

Our partners and supporters have made it possible for kids, many from underserved communities, to connect with national parks. Thank you!

Next goal: 250,000 MORE in 2020

Learn more: https://t.co/mHBMjIwt5g

📸@NatlParkService

#WeAreParks #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque