Whitetail Woods Regional Park - 2.05 & 2.16: Trails by Lantern Light - Lantern Setup (WWRP)
General Description
Enjoy this season's winter wonderland and park trails highlighted by beautiful lantern light and roaring bonfires. In addition, there will be pop-up programming such as guided hikes, stargazing and food trucks while exploring the beauty of winter in our park system.
For Whitetail Woods Regional Park, lanterns will be lit around the Empire Lake Loop starting February 5 through February 15, 2027. Look for the “Lanterns this way" signs. This is a paved and plowed trail, but some areas could become slippery. Conditions may vary — traction on shoes recommended. Bonfire at the Empire Shelter fire ring from 5-8 p.m.
For more event information, visit the county's event page through the following link - https://dakotacountymn.gov/parks/programs-events/special-events/trails-by-lantern-light#accordion-a014282bf3-item-777c195e82
We are looking for volunteers to help set up lanterns before the event, manage bonfires during the evenings and take down lanterns after the event concludes. Multiple shifts and opportunities are available.
Event Prep Dates & Times
February 5 - Lantern install/lights on
February 16 - Lantern removal/lights off
Various times per shift
Event Location
Whitetail Woods Regional Park
17100 Station Trail
Farmington, MN 55024
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lantern Install – take a walk through the beautiful Dakota County Park trails and turn the lantern lights on or off (depending on your shift). Install or remove lanterns as needed. All materials and training will be provided.
Minimum Age to Volunteer
16 years old or older to volunteer by yourself. All ages are welcome to help!
Time Commitment
2 - 3 hours per shift. Help out with as many shifts as you would like.
Activity Level
Moderate – May include walking short distances over relatively level terrain. Standing or sitting for the whole event is required with limited support. Activities will mostly occur in an area that is either a controlled setting such as an office space or uncontrolled setting such as outside in a park.
Contact Information
Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Dakota County Communications
1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033
Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us
Qualifications Required
- Signed Volunteer Waiver Must be at least Yes
- Accepted Data Privacy Notice - Tennessen Notice Must be Yes
Schedule Summary
This activity has the following schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 05, 2027 | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday, February 16, 2027 | 9:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
