Past Events

Great Planers Trout & Salmon Club will be holding the 35th Annual Trout and Salmon Derby at Lake Sakakawea State Park on August 21. 

Come for a guided bird hike, make your own birdfeeder, or learn about different seed types at this fun-filled weekend at Fort Ransom State Park.

Increase your knowledge of endangered species here in North Dakota and how you can be an overall better steward of our lands at Lake Metigoshe State Park's amphitheater and youth programming this weekend.

Join us August 13-15 for the fifth annual Bison Bash at Cross Ranch State Park and Nature Preserve. The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is collaborating with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) of North Dakota to bring visitors an exciting celebration of America’s National Mammal. We have a fantastic weekend packed full of bison events for all ages that will include a Cinnamon Charge obstacle course, bison interpretive program, craft station, nature preserve hike, and Bison Stampede fun run.

Reduce your impact and learn ways to go green at Turtle River State Park. Click for full details.

Kid's Weekend is back at Icelandic State Park as we celebrate with our Happy Holidays Edition. Watch for a full schedule of events.

Head on out to Turtle River State Park to view the stars with the Northern Sky Astronomical Society! Telescopes will be set up at the Chalet for observations and members will be on hand to answer questions. Bring a chair and watch the Perseid Meteor Shower! 

Make a splash with us by joining Turtle River State Park for a weekend of water! Saturday afternoon's event features fun with water games at the CCC Memorial Shelter. Click for full details.

Discover the park at dark this weekend at Lake Metigoshe State Park as you learn more about nocturnal animals. Morning yoga is also planned for Saturday at 9 a.m. Click for full details.

Family Fun Weekend is the perfect way for families to work and bond together as a team.