Mussels are a surprising, mysterious animal! Learn about their unique and sometimes strange life cycle. Dissect a mussel to learn about its body parts, try your hand at identifying species of mussels and look for living mussels at the river’s edge. Finish the evening with conversation and, if you desire wine or beer brought from home $6/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.
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.
Challenge yourself, or your team, as you geocache your way to fascinating questions about the Mighty Mississippi. Can you answer them all? Finish the evening with conversation and, if you desire wine or beer brought from home. $6/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.
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 […]
Part of the exhibition Rooted in Water, this workshop explores connections between art, ecology, and the Mississippi River through the creation of handmade lanterns. Lanterns are an ancient art form with live traditions still found in China, Japan, Korea, and across the Asian diaspora. In this workshop, we will create a paper lantern utilizing recycled […]
Make your own boat out of natural materials, then see if it will float! Learn about what makes things float and the kinds of boats that use the Mississippi River. Drop in anytime. Free.
Rooted in the history of the logging era on the Mississippi, and other Minnesota rivers, log rolling is both safe and fun. Join the Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn this exciting sport! Test your new skills while “competing” against other participants! No previous experience is needed. $6/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.
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.
A Celebration of the River, From the River! Grab your paddle and join us for Float Fest 2026, a celebration of the river from the river! Whether you’re kayaking the Mississippi on Paddle Share, bringing your own boat, or kicking back at Graco Park, the first ever Float Fest is your invitation to experience the […]
The Sacred Water Shared Future campaign is powered by you! The heart of this centennial celebration is the incredible variety of events planned and hosted by our partners — community groups, nonprofits, businesses, schools, and individuals who feel a connection to the Mississippi River.
We do not host events ourselves; instead, we serve as a central hub for river-focused activities happening across the Twin Cities throughout 2026.