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SUBJECT: City of Duluth Parks and Recreation Upcoming Events and Programs
BY: Kate Van Daele, Public Information Officer
City of Duluth Parks and Recreation Upcoming Events and Programs
Highlights of upcoming Parks and Recreation offerings, for more information please visit our website www.duluthmn.gov/parks
Check out our Winter/Spring digital Parks and Recreation programming brochure here to see the other programs happening!
Pre-School Skate
Ages: 0-6
This is an opportunity for young children, accompanied by an adult, to begin teaching their pre-school aged children how to ice skate without the crows and intimidating speed of advanced skaters.
Day Date Time Cost
Tu Weekly 9:15-10:30 a.m. $2
Location: Essentia Duluth Heritage Sports Center, 120 S. 30th Ave. W.
Senior Open Gym
Ages: 55+
The large gym will be open and participants will have access to a large variety of sports equipment and games. This is an opportunity for active fun and social time with others. Beverages and healthy snacks will be served afterwards in the community room overlooking downtown, where conversations can unfold!
Day Date Time Cost Location
Th Weekly 9-11 a.m. (Gym) $2 Washington Center Gym, 310 N. First Ave. W
11-noon (Socialize) Community Room
Archery – Games and Challenges
Ages: 8+
Looking to test and improve your skills in unique archery games? Following a short refresher on range safety and shooting technique. These sessions will give you the opportunity to work on your form and cover how to use an archery scorecard. Prerequisite: Intro to Archery or Archery Night
Day Date Time Cost Location Course #
M March 9 6 – 8 p.m. $5 Washington Center Gym #1169
M March 13 6 – 8 p.m. $5 Washington Center Gym #1170
Max Participants: 16, pre-registration required
Generations Outside (GO!)
Ages: 55+ with youth grandchild(ren) 6+
This program is focused on building generational relationships between grandparents and grandchildren through experiences in the great outdoors! Registration will close when filled or one day before each session. Limited space available.
Day Date Activity Time Cost Location Course #
Sa March 28 GO! Hiking 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. $2/person Hartley Park #1179
Nature Knowledge
Ages: All
Join us to learn about the natural world around us in these educational activities based in parks throughout the city.
Day Date Time Topic Cost Location Course #
Su March 29 1 – 2 p.m. Rock Talk (Geology) $2 Lester Park #1182
Tu March 31 5 – 6 p.m. Rock Talk (Geology) $2 Enger Park #1183
Full Moon Snowshoe Hike
Ages: All
Join us on the evening of the full moon as we enjoy the peacefulness of the forest under the night sky.
Snowshoes and headlamps available for use (or bring your own). Restrooms are not available at
trailheads in the winter. Please arrive early to allow time to put on snowshoes. Hikes will be beginner
level.
Day Date Time Cost Location Course #
M March 9 6:45–8 p.m. $4 Park Point Beach Hike 1191 Meet at: Park Point Nature Trailhead
Women Hike Duluth
Ages: All
Monthly guided hikes at various parks to encourage women to be active and meet others who also enjoy the outdoors. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Carpooling is encouraged, as many places have limited parking. Restrooms are unavailable at trailheads during the winter.
Day Date Time Cost Location
Sa March 21 1–2 p.m Free Magney-Snively Closed Road 1196
Meet at: 9900 block of West Skyline Parkway
Outdoor Rec Club
Ages: All
Get outside and explore Duluth this spring through a variety of outdoor opportunities. Attend as many of the weekly sessions as you can. Whatever your skill level, join other members of the community to stay active together this spring. Activity locations will be sent upon registration.
Day Date Time Cost Course #
M March 2–May 18 5:30–6:45 p.m. $50 for all sessions #1201
Weekly Themes:
March 9 ......... Snowshoeing/Hiking
March 16 ....... Snow Golf
March 23 ...... Nordic Walking
March 30 ....... Map and Compass
Fireside Crafts
Ages: Adults
Embrace new craft projects this winter while enjoying the ambiance of our winter-wonderland at the
Bayfront Family Center. Bring a blanket, and cozy up by the fireplace while learning a new skill and
taking home a project! No experience necessary; materials and instruction provided.
Pre-registration required, registration closes 2 days prior to program.
Day Time Cost Location
Th 6-8 p.m. $20 per session Bayfront Family Center, 700 Railroad Ave.
March 12: Lino Printing Course #: 1211
Learn how to create unique prints using linoleum blocks!
March 26: Basket Weaving Course #: 1212
Learn about basketry and some of the many basket-making materials available all around you, then
craft your own beautiful and functional basket!