NRCB Item Megan Hedstrom, Stormwater Coordinator
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NRCB Updates
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Background
Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Trail Expansion RFP
Staff have received Requests for Proposals from engineering firms to begin the feasibility study and design for the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary trail expansion project. Calls have been scheduled with consultant firms next week to further discuss proposals.
Winter Programs
Snowshoeing
Ages 6 and up
Winter is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy nature’s wonders. Snowshoes are a great, low impact, way to get off trail and explore. After just a few minutes of instruction, participants will be led out onto the snow pack and learn how easy and fun snowshoeing is. This program is well suited for families. Class will be instructed by Anoka County and held at Lochness Park.
Max. 15.
Tuesday, January 31
6-8pm
Sunday, February 5
1-3pm
FEE: $5/person/class
X-Country Skiing
Ages 10 and up
Cross-country skiing is great exercise and a fun way to get outdoors in the winter. What better place to learn than at the beautiful Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Our introductory class is appropriate for people of all abilities. The activity fee includes ski/boot/pole rental, instruction, and ski pass fees for Anoka County. No experience necessary. Class instructed by Anoka County and held at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Max. 10.
Thursday, February 9
6-8pm
FEE: $10/person
Educational Opportunity
On December 6th, local water partners, including the city of Blaine, will be holding a “walk on the waterside” program at the Northtown branch of the Anoka County Library. Staff from different cities, watersheds, and other water organizations will be available at the library from 4:00 - 6:00 P.M.to discuss salt application, dangers of winter recreation on stormwater ponds, dog waste pick up stations, waterfowl and aquatic species facts, ice fishing dos and don’ts, and other winter water items.
December 20 NRCB Meeting
Staff Recommendation
Informational