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The fireworks are over but there's still lots of weekend left.

Looking for something to do with your family? In Forestville, Minn., this weekend, down by the Iowa border, park staff at Mystery Cave State Park are hosting a "learn to camp" program for beginners. But if you miss it don't worry, there's more

 that run through the summer designed to help build skills and confidence in spending time outdoors. The "

" program is a family friendly overnight that happens in several parks across the state.

DNR teaches 'I Can!' attitude for beginners

Outside in MN


DNR staff serve as your guides and teachers to help you learn the ropes of camping. From pitching a tent, gear planning, building a campfire and cooking a meal over it. Staff are also on hand to teach campers how to fish, geocaching and how to take good nature photos.


It's less expensive than a full camping trip by a private outfitter. An overnight in the park with the "I Can Camp" program covers all your gear including a tent with room for two adults and three small children. That's going to run you $60 for a single night or $85 for two nights.


You can find more program and event suggestions on our new app, 

Let's say you're looking for something to do this weekend. But you're not sure of the weather. You don't really know what's going on. And maybe you have kids — and you're busy and stressed. This app can help.

It includes up to date weather, activity suggestions, things for people of all ages and abilities. 


Its also a place for people to share their questions about getting outside in Minnesota. 

Our summer live blog

This weekend, we're also highlighting this great 

new guide we have for beginner stargazers


It's a great weekend to check out the sky if you can catch a break in the clouds.


Our solar system's two biggest planets will also be two of the brightest objects in the night sky this weekend. Jupiter and Saturn should both be visible. Around 11 p.m., look to the south to spot Jupiter, and Saturn will be slightly to the east; both relatively low in the sky.


And if you are far enough away from the light pollution, see if you can find the Milky Way.


There are also two great events on Saturday morning.

 planned in Fillmore County at Whispering Winds that gets underway at 1 p.m.

You can download the Outside in MN app on 

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Want to get outside with your family this summer, but not sure where to start? We've got your back with our new app: Outside in MN.

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