Dateline July - September 2022 | Page 2

LOCAL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Tired of walking the same path ? Here are five local park areas that may not be familiar to you .
Maplewood Area Historical Society – Bruentrup Heritage Farm 2170 County Rd D E , Maplewood The Bruentrup Heritage Farm is located on 2 ½ acres of land with eleven buildings that date back to 1891 . It is surrounded on two sides by a 22-acre prairie maintained as open space by the City of Maplewood . Call for hours 651-748-8645 .
A NEW PLAQUE FOR A NEW LOGO
When Tom Von Walter saw Gladstone Center ’ s new logo in the Dateline , he got an idea . Tom is a member of the woodcarving group that meets weekly at Gladstone Senior Center . He decided to use his talents to create a wooden plaque for Gladstone . The plaque now hangs proudly in Gladstone ’ s front office . Stop in and see it next time you visit Gladstone !
Gervais Mill Park 2750 Edgerton St , Little Canada Gervais Mill Park is a nature area consisting of prairie grasses and wetland with Gervais Creek running through the southern portion of the site . The park is 18 acres and includes the site of the original Gervais Grist Mill and homestead and features a fishing pier , pedestrian bridge and trails . Park hours are 6:00 am – 10:00 pm .
Harriet Alexander Nature Center 2520 North Dale St , Roseville The nature center features exhibits , interactive displays and a touch and see area . On the grounds you will enjoy a boardwalk and trails that circulate through 52 acres of marsh , prairie and forest habitats . During your visit you might find migrating songbirds , towering prairie grasses , rows of painted turtles , and cottontail rabbits . Nature Center hours Tues – Sat 10:00 am – 4:00 pm . Park hours 8:00 am – 10:00 pm .
Muriel Sahlin Arboretum 2525 N Dale St , Roseville The arboretum offers a relaxed and serene setting to enjoy 8 acres of beautiful theme gardens , manicured grounds , walkways , water fountain , and wonderful architectural features . Many of the trees and shrubs are native Minnesota species . Park hours are 8:00 am – 10:00 pm .
Sunfish Lake Park and Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center 3554 Kelvin Ave N , Lake Elmo The park is a 284-acre natural area that is recognized by the Department of Natural Resources as a “ Regionally Significant Ecological Area ” where you can enjoy woodland , wetland , and prairie plant communities . The park features approximately nine miles of mowed , hilly trails . The nature center , located in the park , features displays and exhibits . Park hours are 6:00 am – 9:00 pm . Center hours are 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Mon – Sat and 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sun .
55 + DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Review the rules of the road , learn new information regarding today ’ s cars , and update your driving skills . Those over the age of 55 qualify to receive a 10 percent discount on their auto insurance following completion of the 8-hour basic course . To maintain this discount , a 4-hour refresher course is required every 3 years after the initial 8-hour course . Register at least 1 week before the class date , no walk-ins . Minnesota Safety Council
4-hour Refresher Course Cost : $ 30
DATE TIME LOCATION Mon , July 18 Mon , Aug 15 Mon , Sep 19 Mon , Oct 17
12:00 – 4:00 pm Gladstone . 105