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PLACES TO EXPLORE

OUR SEASONAL FAVORITES

COMO ZOO & CONSERVATORY

1225 Estabrook Dr., St. Paul

For over 100 years, Como Park has been an urban oasis of natural beauty. Explore the 2 ½ acre Victorian conservatory for a taste of the tropics -sunken gardens, orchids and palms! The Japanese Gardens hosts dozens of weddings and offers spectacular photo opportunities. Visit soon!

www.comozooconservatory.org


LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM

3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska

“Best Botanical Garden” – USA Today. Experience the beauty of the prairie. Stroll through lovely gardens of flowers and groves of trees. Enjoy the sculptural arts situated throughout the 1200+ acres. Reflect and renew in this exquisite tribute to northern gardens.

www.arboretum.umn.edu


MINNESOTA ZOO

13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley

Inside or outside you will have plenty to do! You can watch the sharks & penguins being fed or enjoy the tropic reef dive show. From beach parties to adult night outs to the summer concert series, the zoo will be a point of interest! Get out on the trails and explore!

www.mnzoo.org


NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington

This refuge is 70 miles long running along the Minnesota River from Bloomington to Henderson, MN. It is easy to access by driving or metro transit. The website has trail maps and checklists for bird, dragonfly, and wildlife. Once you arrive you will be amazed at how quickly you forget you are near the city.

www.fws.gov/refuge/Minnesota_Valley/about.html


WINEHAVEN WINERY

10020 Deer Garden Lane - Chisago

Winehaven is a cornerstone of Minnesota winemaking. With over 200 awards for winemaking, they know a thing or two about great wine.

www.winehaven.com