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Roots and Wings Forest School is a nature-based preschool and micro school in New York Mills, MN serving children ages 3-12 through year round educational programming in the great outdoors.

10/25/2026

☀️ Happy Sunday! Today is the day! Trick or Trails kicks off this afternoon at 2:00 PM at Blacks Grove Park in Wadena!

Get the costumes ready, pack up the family, and come enjoy an afternoon hike filled with tricks, treats, and outdoor fun. It’s the perfect way to spend a fall afternoon connected with nature and your community.
📍 Where: Blacks Grove Park Shelter (33825 620th Ave, Wadena)
⏰ When: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
💵 Cost: FREE! (Free-will donations will be split to support both the park and Roots & Wings Forest School)
The trail is ready for you. See you all very soon! 🎃👻🌲

10/24/2026

Rachel Newville Photography will be out on the trail taking candids tomorrow! 📸 We hope to see you for Trick-or-Trails at Blacks Grove Park!

10/23/2026

Connecting with nature doesn’t have to be complicated.🌲🍁
A handful of rocks, a body of water, curious minds, and the freedom to explore. Sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest impact. 🤎

10/23/2026

The countdown is on! ⏳ Only three days left until Trick or Trails at Blacks Grove Park!

The costumes are ready, the treats are packed, and the woods are waiting. We’re forecasting a wonderful afternoon of community connection, family memories, and plenty of trailside treasures.

Remember, this is a free event open to everyone! Just head to the park shelter between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM this Sunday to check in and start your hike.
Tag a friend or neighbor in the comments who needs a fun Sunday afternoon plan! 👇🍂

10/22/2026

Fall leaves make the perfect hiding spots! 🍂
Our Trailblazers know that play is serious work — building problem-solving skills, creativity, and a whole lot of fun along the way. 🌿 Who knew learning could be this magical? ✨

10/18/2026

🌲 Spending time in nature is always better together! Trick or Trails is just one week away, and we are so excited to bring our local community together for an afternoon of fresh air, fall colors, and Halloween fun.

Whether you have toddlers, teens, or are just young at heart, this event is all about family, connection, and enjoying the magic of autumn. Come for the treats, stay for the beautiful forest scenery! 🕸️✨

Bring your walking shoes, your holiday spirit, and your favorite trick-or-treaters.
See you next Sunday, October 25th from 2-4 PM at Blacks Grove Park! 🥾🎃

10/17/2026

Our favorite spooky season event is just around the corner! Trick or Trails is returning to Blacks Grove Park on Sunday, October 25, and we can't do it without amazing volunteers. 🙌🎃

Whether you want to help behind the scenes or see all the great costumes during the event, we have a spot for you:
• The Prep Crew (12 – 2PM): Help us set up the decorations and trail stations.
• The Trail Team (2PM – 4PM): Help with activities and trail stops during the event.
• The Pack-Up Pals (4PM – 5PM): Help us tear down and clean up the park shelter.

If you love supporting outdoor education and local parks, this is the perfect way to give back! Send us a message today or email [email protected] with your preferred shift. Thank you for helping Roots and Wings Forest School make this free community event possible! 🌲

10/16/2026

This week, our Explorers cohort (K-1) spent an afternoon exploring sugar beets. We learned about the life cycle of a sugar beet, the process of farming sugar beets, and how they are used to create sugar. We even got to taste test a sugar beet that was picked by one of our classmates!

10/16/2026

Let this be your weekend reminder to find joy in the little things! 🌿✨ Bonus points if you find that joy in nature! 🍂

Our Forest Friday crew found a little joy and magic on our morning walk, playing with cattails and embracing the simple beauty all around us. 🌾💛 Sometimes, it’s the smallest things that make the biggest memories!

🌲 Your turn! Get outside this weekend, explore the wonders of nature, and see what little bits of magic you can find! What brings you joy in the great outdoors? Share your nature finds with us in the comments! 🍁✨

10/15/2026

Love Halloween and being outdoors?

We need your help to make Trick or Trails at Blacks Grove Park a success! 🍂✨

Volunteer with us on Sunday, October 25 to help create a FREE magical, spooky trail experience for local families.

We are looking for hands on deck for the following shifts:
• Set Up (12PM – 2PM): Help us set up the trail, tricks, and treats.
• Event Assistance (2PM – 4PM): Assist with activities and trail coordination.
• Clean Up (4PM – 5PM): Help us pack up and leave no trace!

Send us a DM or email [email protected] to claim your shift. Let’s make this a hauntingly good time for the community! 🕸️🦇

Address

35324 550th Avenue
New York Mills, MN

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12183250234

Website

http://www.rwfsmn.org/

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