While the federal government shutdown may impact some upcoming events, we remain committed to keeping you informed and engaged with the Mississippi River and its national park.

If any event needs to be canceled, we’ll let you know about 48 hours in advance — so you can plan with confidence. Notifications will come from info@parkconnection.org, and we’re always here to answer questions at that same address.

Explore the Mni Owe Sni area to immerse yourself in the beauty of the season with a park ranger from the National Park Service. The area is rich with cultural human history including land management efforts led by the National Park Service to restore the landscape to oak savanna. Topics will vary by park ranger and may include the area's human history and natural history.

Participants must wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear for their safety, and they must be prepared to travel approximately 1/2-mile (1-km) across gravel and vegetated trails—paved trails are not available.

Meeting Location: Accessible parking lot of Mni Owe Sni (Coldwater Spring), approximate address is 5601 Minnehaha Park Dr S, St Paul, MN 55111

Transportation: Mni Owe Sni is accessible via the Metro Transit Blue Line. Paid (metered) street parking is available in the area. Four (4) free accessible parking spaces and bike racks are available at the site location.

Cancellation Policy: Events are rain/snow or shine. Participants must be prepared for expected weather and may be turned away if not for their safety. Up to date information is available by calling program staff at 651-249-1027 or the Mississippi River Visitor Center at 651-293-0200 (business hours apply).