Spend a beautiful fall morning canoeing and enjoy the colorful foliage with instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School. Prior canoeing experience is recommended. There will be a brief review of equipment, paddle strokes and safety prior to our touring the lake. $12/person.

Join the Outdoor Recreation School for a beautiful summer evening on the water. Enjoy canoeing across a scenic lake while taking in the colors of sunset. We will do a brief review of paddle strokes before heading out on the lake, but we recommend participants have some canoeing experience for this program. $12/person.

Join instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School to help you adapt a boat to your body and abilities before we take to the lake for kayaking! We will start on land as we individualize adaptations to boats and paddles and then prepare to move to the water. Once on the water, we will practice paddle strokes, maneuvering our boats and then enjoy a tour of the lake. This program is designed for paddlers with disabilities. All equipment is provided, including high-back seats with side supports. If you have a seat pad you would like to use and are comfortable with it getting wet, please bring it. One family member, friend or PCA is welcome to join free of charge to assist with communication, transfers and/or personal needs. $25/person.

Join the Outdoor Recreation School and instructor trainer Nancy Uschold, for an immersive weekend of training to experiment and expand your paddle sport teaching skills. The Advanced Communications Workshop (ACW) focuses on methods to promote seamless integration and address the needs of individuals with speech and language impairments, hearing impairments or deafness, and visual impairments or blindness. This hands-on course is designed for (but not limited to) American Canoe Association (ACA) Certified Instructors. It provides a basic understanding of disabilities along with a toolbox of techniques for skill acquisition and risk management. Upon successful completion, current ACA Instructors will earn the Advanced Communications Endorsement. Participants in this course use existing teaching experience with new methods as we consider working with specific individuals or audiences. Participants in the course should be comfortable teaching foundational paddling skills in a kayak. If you have questions about if this course is right for you or other questions about this course, reach out to Grant.Armour@ThreeRiversParks.org. Please note that there will be pre-coursework to do. The meeting on September 9 will be over Zoom from 6–8 p.m. Central time; the rest of the program will be in-person at Fish Lake Regional Park on September 12 and 13 from 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Equipment provided. $300/person.

Explore some of the best activities in the parks with the Outdoor Recreation School. Try stand-up paddleboarding, archery, log rolling, geocaching, canoeing and more. Enjoy new adventures while making new friends. Equipment provided.

Nothing says August like pedaling or paddling across the lake with your family. Explore the variety of watercraft available at Cleary Lake Regional Park during this open boathouse event: paddleboats, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) will be arranged on the sand. Get out on the water on a paddleboat or try a mini-canoe lesson, available to on a first-come, first served basis. We’ll also play in the sand, so dress for mess. The Readmobile, a library on wheels, will be on site with books and activities for curious minds. This free program is made possible with support from CAP Agency, the Family Resource Centers of Scott County and Scott County Library. All children are welcome to observe; participants must weigh at least 30 pounds and wear a flotation device (provided). Meet at the Cleary Lake Boat House. This program is in partnership with Scott County. All ages welcome. Free.

Bring your date or friend for an evening of play. Create memories together as you dip your paddles and test your balance. Outdoor Recreation School instructors will cover the fundamental skills and versatility of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). You’ll learn about the equipment, basic paddle strokes and how to navigate the water safely in variable conditions. Practice paddling in multiple positions (laying, sitting, kneeling and standing) and get comfortable getting on and off your board in the water. Whether you’re brand new to SUP or looking to build skills and confidence, this session is designed to meet you where you’re at. Each person should register and pay. $35/person.

Bring your date or friend for an evening of fun on the lake. Create memories as you work together to paddle your canoe, practice paddling while facing each other, and learn or brush up on some coordinated paddle strokes. Top the evening off by watching the sun set over scenic Hyland Lake. Outdoor Recreation School instructors will provide basic instruction, but some canoeing experience is recommended. $12/person.

Enjoy the colorful foliage while canoeing with instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School. We’ll learn canoeing basics including safety and paddle strokes and then enjoy exploring the lake together. This program is in partnership with Scott County. $12/person.

Experience the joy of summer camp and spending family time together in nature. Spend the afternoon and evening exploring the park and learning wilderness skills. Discover wild edibles, try building a campfire, roast a hot dog, create a campfire dessert and paddle a canoe at dusk. $40/person.

Get your family out on the water with instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School. We will help you improve your paddle strokes to be more effective and efficient while having fun and making safe paddling decisions. Enjoy learning and exploring the lake together. Each person must register and pay. $12/person.

Get your family out on the water with instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School. We’ll learn canoeing basics including safety and paddle strokes and then enjoy exploring the lake together. This program is in partnership with Scott County. $12/person.

Pack your boat with snacks and watch a movie on the water. Float or paddle up for a film projected on a large inflatable screen on the shore of Silver Lake. Limited space on the shore will also be available with viewing options in front of or behind the rear-projected screen for those who prefer to bring a chair. One night only. In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be rescheduled for Friday, July 24.

Together with Club Prior, we invite grandparents and their grandchildren to picnic, play lawn games, be mesmerized by Tuey the Juggler and paddleboat on Cleary Lake. Spending time outdoors enhances wellness by enhancing physical and mental health and social connections. Please bring your own food and drink. Paddleboats will be available first-come, first-served in 30-minute increments. Meet at Lakeview Picnic Shelter. This program is in partnership with Scott County. Free.

Summer camp for adults? Yes! Explore different parks and activities under the guidance of skilled instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School. Be part of a community focused on health and wellness in nature. Activities include canoeing, log rolling, disc golf, archery, stand-up paddleboarding and more! Park locations will vary each week of club. You will be emailed a schedule from your Lead Instructor prior to the first week of club. $120/person.

Leave the adults at home and join Outdoor Recreation School instructors for a splash-filled introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) made just for kids. You’ll learn the basics of SUP equipment, simple paddle strokes and how to stay safe on the water in changing conditions. Try paddling in different positions—laying down, sitting, kneeling and standing—and build confidence getting on and off your board in the water. We’ll mix in fun challenges and water games so you can test your new skills, practice your balance and make a splash with friends. $20/person.

Leave the adults at home and join Outdoor Recreation School instructors for a splash-filled introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). You’ll learn the basics of SUP equipment, simple paddle strokes and how to stay safe on the water in changing conditions. Try paddling in different positions—laying down, sitting, kneeling and standing—and build confidence getting on and off your board in the water. We’ll mix in fun challenges and water games so you can test your new skills, practice your balance and make a splash with friends. This program is in partnership with Scott County. $20/person.

Celebrate the Big Year of Rivers canoeing the Minnesota River with Outdoor Recreation School instructors. We will cover the essentials of canoeing on a river, like how to identify and avoid common river hazards. Then, we’ll launch our canoes for a leisurely paddle together, enjoying nature along the way. All participants should have prior canoeing experience and be comfortable maneuvering a canoe. Exact start and end point will depend on water levels and will be communicated to registered participants the week before the program. Shuttle between entry and exit points is provided. Please wear footwear that can get wet, muddy and that will stay on well when in the water. $60/person.

Join us for a guided 7.5-mile kayak adventure from Mississippi Gateway Regional Park to Kroening Nature Center. Paddle past several islands and search for birds along the river. Dress for weather conditions with clothing and shoes that are okay to get wet. Kayak, paddle, life vest and shuttle service provided. Previous kayak experience required.

Learn about native mussels and their role in the river ecosystem while floating down the Mississippi and exploring the natural shoreline. Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. We will get wet during this experience, mostly just feet to knees. Bring water, sunscreen, and your sense of adventure. $35/person.

Celebrate the Big Year of Rivers with a creek adventure. Join us for a parent-child event with a local author of the children's book "Me and You in the Big Green Canoe." Design your own mini canoe paddle and sit in a canoe for a photo opp. Listen to the story as it's read and acted out by the author. Hike to the creek to make a nature boat and watch it float down the creek. Ages 4-8 with an adult only, no younger siblings. $6/person.

Join the Outdoor Recreation School for a summer of paddling and celebrating our Big Year of Rivers! Learn new skills, refine your paddling technique and explore parks by watercraft. Some paddling experience recommended. Paddle sports alternate between kayak, canoe and stand-up paddleboard. Locations vary by week. The final day of club will meet for an extended program time of 5:30–8:30 p.m. to paddle on the Mississippi River. Please note that the Outdoor Recreation School is offering two Paddle Clubs this summer. Please limit your registration to just one Paddle Club so that more folks have an opportunity to join. Park locations will vary each week of club. You will be emailed a schedule from your Lead Instructor prior to the first week of club. $190/person.

Spend your days on and in the water! Build your paddling skills with coaching from Outdoor Recreation School instructors. Go on adventures and play games while paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No previous experience required. Equipment provided. We will do alternative activities in the event that weather conditions prevent us from doing planned water activities.

Spend your days on and in the water! Build your paddling skills with coaching from Outdoor Recreation School instructors. Go on adventures and play games while paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No previous experience required. Equipment provided. We will do alternative activities in the event that weather conditions prevent us from doing planned water activities.

Spend your days on and in the water with other teens! Build your paddling skills with coaching from Outdoor Recreation School instructors. Go on adventures and play games while paddleboarding, kayaking, log rolling and canoeing. No previous experience required. Equipment provided. We will do alternative activities in the event that weather conditions prevent us from doing planned water activities.

Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors and a Richardson Nature Center naturalist for a guided canoe experience. You’ll start by learning basic canoeing techniques, like paddling, steering and working together. Once on the water, slow things down and tune into your surroundings as the naturalist helps you spot and learn about local birds. Whether you’re brand new to canoeing, curious about birding or just looking for a relaxing way to connect with nature, this program offers a peaceful blend of skill-building and discovery. No prior experience necessary. This program is in partnership with Scott County. $12/person.

Dip your paddle and paintbrush into creativity! In this relaxed canoe experience, we’ll start by learning basic paddling skills from an Outdoor Recreation School instructor, and watercolor techniques from a Silverwood Park art instructor. After a gentle tour of the lake for inspiration, we’ll settle in, let the canoe drift and paint the scenery around us. No art or paddling experience needed, just curiosity, creativity and a love for being on the water. This program is in partnership with Scott County. $24/person.

Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.

Ready to find your balance? Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn the fundamental skills and versatility of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). You’ll learn about the equipment, basic paddle strokes and how to navigate the water safely in variable conditions. Practice paddling in a variety of positions—laying, sitting, kneeling and standing—and gain confidence getting on and off your board in the water. Whether you’re brand new to paddleboarding or looking to refine your skills and build confidence, this session is designed to meet you where you’re at. $35/person.

Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors for a stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) lesson designed to build skills, confidence and community. Learn the fundamentals of SUP including equipment basics, essential paddle strokes and how to navigate safely in changing conditions. Practice paddling in a variety of positions—laying, sitting, kneeling and standing—and gain confidence getting on and off your board in the water. Whether you’re brand new to paddleboarding or looking to refine your skills in a supportive, women-focused environment, this session is designed to meet you where you’re at. Come as you are and leave feeling strong, balanced and empowered on the water. $35/person.

Paddle into the past and see if you have what it takes to be a voyageur! Each day explore the ins and outs of the fur trade with a new activity, from animal tracking to a day of trekking across the water. Play games and meet friends at the rendezvous. Then gather the furs, get into your canoe or raft, and paddle home.