4/18/2002: Springbrook Nature Center (Fridley)

Join the hiking group for an exploration of the Springbrook Nature Center in Fridley. Created by the City of Fridley in 1974, the nature center is a 127 acre park containing more than 350 unique plant species, including Hoary Puccoons, Large-Flowered Beardtongues, Yellow Goatsbeards, Wild Columbines, Trilliums, Gentians, and Orchids, and various animals, including the threatened Blandings turtle, white-tailed deer, red and gray fox, beaver, mink, and great-horned owls. The nature center has three miles of hiking trails and one-half mile of boardwalk over wetlands. The nature center was hit by a tornado in July, 1986, which destroyed several acres of mature oak forest.

If driving: Alternative Directions:

Route #1: From 694, take East River Road north to 85th Ave. Turn right (east), cross the railroad tracks, and look for the Springbrook Nature Center sign on your right (south).

Route #2: From 694, take University Ave. north to 85th Ave. Turn left (west), proceed through the stoplight and look for Springbrook Nature Center on your left (south).

Park in the parking lot and meet at the entrance to the Nature Center building, where a trail map is available.

More information can be found on the Springbrook Nature Center web site.

If coming by public transit: Take Metro Transit route(s): 25. The closest bus service point appears to be along 85th Avenue. Applicable Metro Transit Map / Bus Schedule information

The group will reassemble at a nearby restaurant (Broadway Pizza, 8298 University Ave NE, Fridley) after the hike.

Map to hike start point: 100 85th Ave. N.W.,
Minneapolis, MN 55433

Springbrook trail map

Map to Springbrook Nature Center (100 85th Avenue, Fridley, MN)

Springbrook Nature Center Trail map

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