# Paper Lantern Making and Guided Sunset Hike

> Event for families in the Minneapolis–St. Paul–Bloomington area (MN / WI). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 12 · 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Eastman Nature Center, 13351 Elm Creek Road, Dayton, MN 55369
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: $6/person
- Organizer: Three Rivers Park District
- Official page: https://go.threeriversparks.org/ThreeRiversWeb/Activities/Details.aspx?session_id=3368
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Make a paper lantern, then hike at sunset with a naturalist using the lanterns.

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