The Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota
Exists to acquire, protect and enhance critical land for the public's use and benefit. We value and promote:
Sustainable, long-term statewide land stewardship and conservation
Outdoor recreation for its educational, health & community benefits
Openness, inclusiveness, collaboration and volunteerism
Service as an independent, honest and forthright voice for parks and trails
Decisions informed by the best available science and data
Exists to acquire, protect and enhance critical land for the public's use and benefit. We value and promote:
Sustainable, long-term statewide land stewardship and conservation
Outdoor recreation for its educational, health & community benefits
Openness, inclusiveness, collaboration and volunteerism
Service as an independent, honest and forthright voice for parks and trails
Decisions informed by the best available science and data
(From left to right) Minnesota Court of Appeals Judge David Minge, Former U.S. Sen. David Durenberger and Twins Sports President Jerry Bell were among the 360 guests who attended the Parks & Trails Council’s inaugural Ball of the Wild at the Nicollet Island Pavilion April 24, 2008.
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Governor’s Bonding Proposals Light on Parks and Trails
January 18, 2012 -
Gov. Mark Dayton released a $775 million in bonding recommendations January 17, mostly focused on projects he says can create jobs across the state. His recommendations included only $10 million for parks and trails: $5 million for the Department of Natural Resources and $5 million for Metro parks and trails.
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