Northfield Community Education

Geocaching is a treasure hunt all around the world. Learn the basics of how to look up and locate caches and the rules of the game, and then try it for yourself!

Hit the trails and ride with confidence! We’re offering a mountain bike program for novice to intermediate riders. Participants will build technical skills, explore local single-track, and grow their confidence along the way. Bikes are provided if you don’t have your own. If you register after 6/3 and need a bike, please call our office at 507.664.3502 at least 12 hours before class. While we can’t guarantee a bike for week one with short notice, we’ll do our best to have one ready for the remaining sessions.

Participants will learn basic orienteering skills, including using a compass, doing degree readings, taking bearings, and pacing off distances. We will then venture out around the nature center to practice!

Glide along the Cannon River Reservoir in a canoe or kayak, and let the ripples of the water carry you to a new state of mind. After instruction and safety protocol provided by River Bend staff, you will launch out onto the water and begin your paddling experience. Cruise the reservoir with very minimal current as you practice your strokes and float along, engulfed by beautiful North and South Alexander Park. By the time you flow into shore, you will have gained a deeper understanding of how to maneuver watercraft, and will have the confidence to launch out on your own. One staff member will be positioned on the water in a kayak for any support needed. All equipment provided, including lifejackets. The class is for any skill level. You will find a waiver form in your confirmation email. Please print, sign, and bring it with you to class. Kids under ten must be accompanied by an adult. North Alexander Park picnic pavilion #4 $35/Person or $75/Family Discounts will be applied at checkout.