September 4, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Tom Knisely

Media Relations Specialist

763/694-7617

tknisely@threeriversparkdistrict.org

THE ART AND SPORT OF FALCONRY

KROENING INTERPRETIVE CENTER

Falconry is the ancient sport of using birds of prey to hunt wild quarry. Learn about the traditions of the sport on Thursday, September 26, from 10 a.m. noon, at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Minneapolis. Meet modern day falconers and learn more about the birds, dogs and equipment they use to pursue this timeless sport.

Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #416917-01. This program is for ages 16+.

http://www.threeriversparks.org/events/T/the-art-and-sport-of-falconry.aspx

About Three Rivers Park District

Three Rivers Park District is a natural resources-based park system that manages park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Park District offers facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, creative play, boating, fishing, downhill skiing,

snowboarding, golf, camping and sledding; extensive trails for hiking, biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as program sites for nature, recreation, historic and farm education.

Three Rivers Park Districts mission is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. The Park District owns and operates more than 27,000 acres and serves more than 9.5 million visitors a year.

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