Even though many improvements have been made, there is still room for more improvement in the river water quality.
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Legalized prostitution in the heart of Minneapolis since 1910? A rollercoaster as tall as the Foshay Tower in the 1960s? Bike with a Ranger will take you on a wild adventure through time to explore the city’s (actual) history.
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There you are, standing on the boat deck with an ice cold drink in your hand, admiring the lush green shores and floodplains of the Mississippi River. The Saint Paul skyline, glowing in the golden hour, fades away in the distance as the boat carries you on your river adventure.
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In this fast-paced world, the most precious gift you can give is your time. Curate an experience and create new memories with your dad by exploring the national park in your own backyard, together.
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Nightlife in the Twin Cities doesn’t get any more wild than in your national park on the Mississippi River.
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Starting just below Coon Rapids Dam, this quiet, winding stretch of the Mississippi River is the most remote of the Paddle Share river routes.
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The park's three islands spotlight a mature forest of maple-basswood trees. The wide walking bridge leads from the shoreline to Chase Island but the other two islands—Durnham and Gil Hodges—are accessible only by water.
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While the iconic Stone Arch Bridge has spectacular views of St. Anthony Falls and downtown Minneapolis, it’s not the only place to view a dam from the middle of the river.
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Explore the daily themes of National Park Week and find new ways to connect with your park with this nationwide celebration of public land.
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Look up to the trees in late March in Minnesota and you’re likely to find something unexpected: flowers!
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“Winter River” is an outdoor adventure course that challenges students’ navigation skills. This is the first field trip experience we offer that will take students outside by the river in winter.
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