The new Bruce Vento Regional Trail extension is transforming a former “no man’s land” just east of downtown Saint Paul into a trail hub connecting the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, Swede Hollow Park and Mounds Park to each other and the Lowertown District via East Fourth Street. The trail features great views of the Mississippi River and a railroad bridge overlook above the historic Trout Brook Canal. Please join the Lower Phalen Creek Project and its partners for a free community celebration.

Interpreted biking and walking events in the morning (see below)

Program and ribbon cutting: 10:30 am

Tours of the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary and rain gardens: 11:00 am-1:00 pm

The program and ribbon cutting will take place on Fourth Street adjacent to the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary. You can also enjoy the music of local Irish band, Barra, and visit displays on environmental education, the Mississippi River, local history, health and fitness and the future of the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary.

Walk or bike to the celebration

Walk or bike to the celebration through one of these free interpreted events:

“The Path of a Tributary” bike ride from Phalen Park

with information on water quality and efforts to restore local lakes and streams. Start time: 9:00 am, Meeting Place: Phalen Park Picnic Pavilion, ride length: 4.75 miles.

“Migration Celebration,” bike ride from Henry Park

where you can learn about plans to restore Henry Park as well as area bird watching opportunities. Start time: 9:00 am, Meeting Place: Skyway Drive/Highwood Avenue entrance of Henry Park, ride length: 6.5 miles.

“Walk the Bluff” hike from Mounds Park

with information on Dayton’s Bluff history and local fitness efforts. Start time: 9:45 am, Meeting Place: Mounds Park Pavilion at Mounds Blvd and Earl St., walk length: 1.25 miles.

“History on the Mississippi” hike from downtown Saint Paul

with information on our local national park and the historic structures in the area. Start time: 9:30 am, Meeting Place: Mississippi River Visitor’s Center in the lobby of the Science Museum of Minnesota (120 West Kellogg Blvd), walk length: 2.3 miles.

Download or view a map showing the walking and riding events as well as the celebration location.

For additional information, contact Sarah Clark at 651-290-0002.