Crow River Trail Guards

08/01/2026

I know sixteen kids who didn't stay home in bed or messing with their devices on this spectacular first day of August! Thanks, everyone, for another great day of Trail Guards!

07/28/2026

We don't just work on park maintenance every Saturday. These kids have earned some special fun-time! This was our 29th paddle adventure to the beautiful islands on beautiful Lake Koronis. Thanks goes to Koronis Ministries for their longtime support and to Rick Hendrickson for providing this year's rescue/support pontoon.

07/20/2026

So much fun! What they don't know is that it's an evil plot to get them to fall in love with the natural world. (...evil laugh....)

07/19/2026

A super-fun day at Trail Guards on Saturday! Thanks goes to our great staff and all the support we receive from so many. THANK YOU!

06/18/2026

Due to the rains tonight, Family Fun Night at Gazebo Park was cancelled and the Crow River Trail Guards cookie sale was postponed.

Great news! Teals has graciously offered us space to sell “Rosemary’s Chocolate Chip Cookies” tomorrow, Thursday, June 18th from 10:00-2:00pm! 😊

05/04/2026

Another great year filled with laughter, adventure, and memories on our annual bike trip! 🚴‍♂️

Each year, we hit the Glacial Lakes Trail for a ride to remember! It's a 52-mile round trip.

Because of your support, these kids get to experience moments like these—and so much more. Thank you for making it possible! 💛

02/22/2026

02/02/2026

Read our latest blog:
Experience the Magic of Crow River Nature Park This Winter

Column for 02-04-26 This is a reminder that we keep the Crow River Nature Park (200 Burr St. N.) open year-round. The parking lot is plowed, the trails cleared, and, for us hardy Minnesotans, one unheated restroom is kept open and stocked. The park gets a considerable amount of use in the winter. An...