Winterfest 2022

Event Map

Medallion Hunt 

The medallion hunt will be held at Springbrook Nature Center on Saturday, January 22nd from 11:30am to 2:00 pm. Clues will be released under the SNC pavilion every 30 minutes until 1:30 pm. There will be a $100 cash prize for the finder of the medallion.

Medallion Hunt Clues

Clues will also be published on this page at 11:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m. They will also be available on the Springbrook Nature Center Facebook and Winterfest event pages as well as the Recreation Instagram Page.

Free Snowshoe Rental

During the event, FREE snowshoe rental will be available (valid Jan 22, 2022 only). 

*Snowshoes are available for use within Springbrook Nature Center only. 

Park Passport:

Printable Passport

Passport Folding InstructionsThe Passport is the perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy a variety of winter activities ranging from sledding to ice skating to ice fishing! Fourteen City parks (including Springbrook Nature Center) will be included on the passport; check in at at least three parks and receive a prize.  Passports will be available using your phone or a printable version. The printable passport can be found on this page or for pick up at City Hall or Springbrook Nature Center during business hours.

From January 17th-22nd, visit any of the participating parks and complete one or more of the featured activities. Earn a prize bag if you complete three or more Passport activities! The Passport does not need to be completed in one day. In fact, we prefer you spread your visits out over the course of the week. I.e. XC skiing at Moore Lake on Tuesday and sledding at Commons on Wednesday, etc. 

Mobile Passport

Mobile Passport Version using QR code scans: 

1. A QR code will be listed on a sign.
2. Scan the code using your phone’s QR code reader (or download a QR reader app). 
3. You will be redirected to the City’s website to complete a few questions including name of park, activity completed, name, email address, and park password. This information helps us verify visits and track point earnings. 
4. Once three park submissions have been made, you will receive a congratulatory email inviting you to retrieve your prize pack (one per family). 

Paper Passport

Paper Version using poster passwords:

1. Passports will be available on this page for you to print out at home OR available for pick up at Springbrook Nature Center (100 85^th Ave, NW) or City Hall (7071 University Ave NE) during business hours. Springbrook is open on weekends. 
2. Grab a pen and head out to the parks! 
3. A password will be listed on the Passport poster. Fill in the fields on the passport, one of which is the password. 
4. Once three parks have been visited, submit via: 

• Springbrook Nature Center or City Hall – prize pack will be given to you (one per family) 
• Take a photo and email to: Recreation@FridleyMN.gov – stop by Springbrook or City Hall to pick up prize pack (one per family). Prizes will be ready by February 1st.

New in 2022!

Intro to Ice Fishing Class
Join us on the ice for some fishing fun! Instructor and Fishing for All owner, Evan Griggs, will teach basic ice safety and ice fishing skills for the whole family. All equipment is provided. Dress for the weather. FREE. Registration required for this one-hour session. Parent/guardian must be present. No fishing license required. Mon, January 17, 12-2:15pm, Moore Lake Park.

Winter Biking with BikeMN
Biking doesn't have to stop just because the temps drop. Join local biking experts with BikeMN for a virtual lunch and learn on Wednesday January 19 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM on all you need to know about winter biking. This webinar will cover winter gear, safety, tips for staying warm and more. Registration is required. All participants who register before the event will receive a gift certificate to Bob's Produce and earn points on their Winterfest Park Passport! 

Friendly Fridley Competition
Skiing, skating, sledding and more! Use your Park Passport to find activities and earn points for throughout the week and win cool prizes!  Click on the Friendly Fridley Competition Tab for more information!

Friendly Fridley Competition

Skiing, skating, sledding and more! Use your Park Passport to find activities and earn points throughout the week. Each activity is 50 points, with an extra 100 points for participation in WinterFest Day activities. All participants who complete 3+ activities will receive a goody bag. Grand prizes will be awarded to the three participants who earn the most points. Follow us on social media @fridleyrecreation for a sneak-peak of prizes.  

Winter Biking Webinar

Biking doesn't have to stop just because the temps drop. Join local biking experts with Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota for a virtual lunch and learn on 1/19 from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM on all you need to know about winter biking. This webinar will cover winter gear, safety, tips for staying warm and more. All participants who register before the event will receive a gift certificate to Bob's Produce and earn points on their Winterfest Park Passport! 

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