Explore our youth programs centered on Nature and the Outdoors, designed to spark curiosity and deepen connection to the natural world. Through hands-on learning and outdoor experiences, participants build practical skills, explore natural spaces, and develop an appreciation for environmental care and stewardship.
Programs in this area fall within three categories: Education, Adventure, and Field Sports. Together, these experiences encourage exploration, outdoor skill development, and meaningful engagement with the natural world.
Participants will:
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Explore the natural world through outdoor activities
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Gain knowledge and skills to care for natural resources and spaces
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Engage with nature through learning and skill-building experiences
Check out the details of our upcoming programs below!
Education
Registration opens March 2.
Discover the joy of birding with Fargo Parks! Whether you're a beginner eager to learn or a seasoned birder looking to explore new spots, our birding programs are a great way to connect with nature, build community, and enjoy the outdoors. Led by knowledgeable guides, these sessions offer the chance to identify a variety of local and migratory birds while visiting some of the best birding locations in the region. Grab your binoculars and join us for a relaxing and rewarding experience in the natural beauty of the Fargo area. This program is open to participants 15 years of age and older.
Birding 101 & 202 (Day 1 - May 4)
This class teaches the philosophy of birding, places to bird in the Fargo-Moorhead area, tools for bird watching, bird anatomy, field marks, bird songs and more.
Birding 303 & 404 (Day 2 - May 5)
This class is designed to help a birder recognize the common species of the area and particularly those unique birds that migrate through the Fargo-Moorhead Red River corridor. The class works on both visual and auditory identification.
Field Days
After two days of classroom learning, participants will put their skills to the test during six early morning field trips to top birding spots around Fargo. These guided outings begin at 7:00 am on May 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, and 24.
Field Sports
Join us for one of our three upcoming Fly Fish Tying workshops! This beginner-friendly class in fly tying is for those 13 years old and older and introduces the essential tools, materials, and techniques. By the end of each class, you will tie the following fly-fishing pattern and have a solid foundational understanding of fly tying.
- Wooly Bugger (Streamer) - Monday, March 2 - 6:00-8:00 pm
- Pheasant Tail (Nymph) - Monday, March 16 - 6:00-8:00 pm
- Elk Hair Caddis (Dry Fly) - Monday, March 30 - 6:00-8:00 pm
Each session is a $20 registration fee, an individual sign-up workshop, and will be held at the Fargo Parks Sports Center.
Stay tuned for our fly-fishing casting classes to be announced soon!
Fargo Park District Programs & Leagues
All Fargo Park District programs and leagues are first come first serve. Please be advised, a lot of programs and leagues fill up before the registration deadline. You cannot register for a program or league that is already full. Some programs and leagues have waitlists. If you are on a waitlist, you are NOT registered and are only contacted if a spot becomes available.
