Members and the board voted in June 2023 to use inclusive “they/them” pronouns in Friends of the Parks and Trails’ bylaws.
Past Projects
We're proud of the work we've done. We didn't do it alone. Thank you, everyone who helped out their local parks and trails.
City, County Parks Need Your Voice Today!
If you use and enjoy our city and county parks and trails, urge your state House and Senate representatives to increase funding!
Ramsey County to post ‘No Trespassing’ signs at grasslands
In collaboration with a number of environmental groups, Ramsey County has agreed to post signs asking visitors to stay off the 77 acres of grasslands just east of Battle Creek […]
Preserve open spaces: grasslands, former golf course
Dear members and friends, Best wishes to you all for a Happy New Year! This year is beginning with a new spirit of hope as vaccines are being distributed and […]
Year in Review, 2016
Year in Review, 2016 (It has been a busy one! Please consider an end-of-year donation or membership to help us keep on truckin’ in 2017. Thank you, and stay warm […]
Rush Line
Parks and trails should not be used as transit corridors. Submit your comments at Rushline.org before the February 13 deadline. Please add your voice to ours as we seek to […]
Parkland Dedication Ordinance explained
In 2013, the Minnesota Legislature gave Minneapolis and St. Paul the legal authority to collect Parkland Dedication (land, or cash in lieu of land) at time of platting and permitting. […]
About the Mississippi River Bluff Restoration Project
by Cindy Schwie Imagine a warm sunny day, with clear blue skies, peace and quiet while overlooking the magnificent Mississippi River. What more could anyone seeking a quiet spot in […]
Buckthorn Removal Guide
Common buckthorn, glossy (columnar), and fernleaf buckthorn are now on the noxious weed list in Minnesota. What this means is that they will no longer be sold and cannot be […]
