Past Events

Come out and experience a candlelit hike under the full moon. The Full Moon in February is known as the Snow Moon. Cross-country ski, snowshoe or hike, park staff will use candle luminaries to light the trail. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:00 pm. Afterward, enjoy snacks and refreshments.

Fort Stevenson State Park is pleased to host an Ojibway Snowshoe Lacing Workshop on Saturday, February 1, 2020, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This instructor-led workshop will give participants the opportunity to lace their own pair of Ojibway snowshoes. The cost is $85.00 per participant; the fee includes a snowshoe kit, lunch, and snack. The registration deadline is January 1, 2020. Class size is limited to 12 participants — register by calling Fort Stevenson State Park at 701-337-5576.

Fort Stevenson State Park is located three miles south of Garrison, North Dakota.  For more information, please call the park office 701-337-5576, e-mail us at fssp@nd.gov or find us on Facebook and Instagram @fort.stevenson.

The North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Workshop. We invite anyone who is looking to apply for a Land & Water Grant during the current or a future cycle. This workshop will cover a general overview of the Land and Water Conservation Fund, Title VI compliance, grant application writing tips, and more!
 

Join us for Flakes of Fury, Fort Stevenson's 2nd Annual Fat Tire Bike Race! The race route is a series of laps beginning at the Visitor Center. Total distance 13 miles. The course starts with asphalt and heads onto the trail for varied terrain, the condition will depend on the weather.

Unfortunately, we are canceling the snowmobile safety class in Minot (January 18, 2020) due to lack of interest.

Your child can take an online version of the course at https://www.snowmobilecourse.com/usa/northdakota/ and receive the same certification.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a youth snowmobile safety class in Minot. This class will certify riders 10 years of age and older who do not have a valid driver's license.
 

Unfortunately, we are canceling the snowmobile safety class in Jamestown (Jan 17, 2020) due to lack of interest.

Your child can take an online version of the course at https://www.snowmobilecourse.com/usa/northdakota/ and receive the same certification.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a youth snowmobile safety class in Jamestown. This class will certify riders 10 years of age and older who do not have a valid driver's license.
 

Bring in the New Year on the trail! Cross-country ski, snowshoe or hike on a candlelit trail. Park staff will use candle luminaries to light the trail. Visitors are welcome to enjoy snacks and refreshments. Meet at the Visitor Center at 6:00 PM.
Ski and snowshoe rentals are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Contact the park office at 701-337-5576 for more information.

Ring in the New Year at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Parks with a national “First Day Hike 2020”. This annual tradition is a great way to start off the new year. The hike starts at the Commissary Store at 1:00 pm and will take you on a great hiking adventure in the park bringing you back to the Commissary Store where hot refreshments will be available to warm you up before you set out to enjoy the rest of your New Year’s Day!
 

Activities and topics include survival scenarios, finding food/water, starting fires utilizing various methods, knot tying, shelter construction and orienteering. We'll also enjoy making and eating snow ice cream.
 

Fort Stevenson State Park is hosting a winter day camp on December 28 for youth ages 10-13 years offering a variety of winter focused activities. Registration fee is $40/participant and includes materials, lunch and a snack. Participation is limited to 12.