SPPC News
Fall & Halloween Events
Halloween will look a bit different this year but Saint Paul Parks and Recreation and our partners are finding alternative, fun, and safe ways to celebrate the fall season! Events are free unless otherwise noted. Some events require...
Haunted Story Competition
Saint Paul Park and Recreation and the Saint Paul Public Library invite writers of all ages to create original haunted stories or poems for Halloween 2020. Select stories will be featured in readings by renowned, spine-tingling guest...
Do you know the cutest St Paul park champion ever?
You probably do! First, meet Nigel the Westie, better known as @sirnigelunderfoot on Instagram. He spends his weekends exploring Pittsburgh's parks with his parents, Lauren and Ryan, and then documenting his explorations on his social...
Swede Hollow Improvement Projects
Thanks to major support from the Bush Foundation, the Lower Phalen Creek Project, the McNeely Foundation and St Paul Parks and Recreation, the Swede Hollow Master Plan was completed last year. You will soon have a chance to help the St...
Lilydale Park Pavilion Takes Shape
Lilydale Park Pavilion Takes ShapeConstruction is coming along quickly on the pavilion and restrooms at Pickerel Lake. This will complete the items identified in the Master Plan for Lilydale Regional Park. A Ten-Year Transformation Just...
Do you know a potential Conservancy Board Member?
Your St Paul Parks Conservancy Board is recruiting new members for 2021. If you know a volunteer leader who is passionate about St Paul Parks, has that rare gift to attract friends and funds to important civic projects, and is ready to...
Getting to Know You: New Conservancy Executive Director
Getting to Know You: New Conservancy Executive Director The St. Paul Parks Conservancy sat down with Michael-jon Pease, our incoming Executive Director. The conversation ranged from making St. Paul Parks number one in the nation to...
Breaking New!
Construction is underway for the long-awaited pavilion and restrooms at Pickerel Lake. This feature will be absolutely breathtaking and will finally provide a destination picnicking spot in the park at Pickerel Lake. Design of the...