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Cross Country Ski LessonsOutdoor EducationAges 8 + youth must register and participate with a registered adultStride into action by learning how to Cross Country ski during the Minnesota winter! This course will provide an interactive ski lesson covering types of equipment, basic drills for balance and form. The majority of the lesson you will be practicing your stride on the groomed trails of Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, This program is a partnership between Carver County Parks & Eastern Carver County Schools Community Education. All necessary equipment is provided. Wear warm layered winter clothing. Youth must register and participate with a registered adult, unless 16 or older.Winter/Spring 2019
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Indoor Youth Archery SeriesOutdoor EducationExperience all the fun of summertime archery in January, without the worry of weather! Students will be introduced to the basics of archery by trained Carver County Parks Department instructors. Through fun games and experiential learning, participants will learn range safety and proper techniques for stance, aim, and release to become consistent archers. Students will get the opportunity to shoot compound & recurve bows at various target styles in an indoor archery range each day of the series.Winter/Spring 2019
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PopularSnowmobile SafetyOutdoor EducationSnowmobile safety training is required for children 11 and over to operate snowmobiles on trails or waters under control of the DNR. This is the driving portion for the Minnesota state safety certificate. You will need to complete the on line portion prior to the class. Go to www.mndnr.gov - you must also pre-register for the class as space is limited. Parent or guardian MUST ATTEND THE FIRST 15 MINUTES OF THE CLASS. Bring to class a properly fitting helmet, snowmobile clothing (snowmobile suite or jacket and snow pants), gloves or mittens and boots. NO Exceptions, you will be outside for most of the class. Please Note: Upon successfully completing this course, youth will be required to finish the DNR application process online and pay a $5 fee to receive their Snowmobile Safety Certificate. This certificate must be carried with them when they ride snowmobiles in MN.NO WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTEDFall 2018
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Winter Day CampOutdoor EducationIf your child misses the excitement of summer camps, join us for a Winter Camp adventure! Instructors will lead fun, creative indoor & outdoor activities with plenty of warm-up time between the outdoor excursions of snowshoeing, outdoor cooking & shelter building. Campers should come prepared with: lunch, water bottle, warm layered clothing, boots, & indoor shoes. Hot chocolate & s'mores will be provided. This activity is a partnership between Carver County Parks Department and Eastern Carver County Schools Community Education.Winter/Spring 2019
