Discover the rich history and natural beauty of Lake Harriet on a special guided walking tour happening this spring. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor, this event offers a unique chance to learn about the area's past while enjoying a leisurely stroll around one of Minneapolis’s most beloved lakes. Mark your calendar for Friday, May 8, from 4 to 6 p.m. and prepare for an engaging afternoon filled with stories, sights, and community spirit. The iconic Bandshell at L

If you love Lake Harriet and want to see it thrive, joining the Lake Harriet Environment Council (LHEC) is one of the best decisions you can make. We’re passionate about protecting this beautiful urban oasis, and we want you to be part of our community! Together, we can make a real difference in preserving the natural environment around Lake Harriet for people and wildlife alike. Let’s dive into why becoming a member of LHEC in Minneapolis is such a rewarding experience. Disc

June crew Sandy, Jane, Mary Ellen, Sally and Brian (not pictured) with a sample of findings Come one, come all to the Lake Harriet in-water trash cleanup! We will meet at 9am, Saturday, May 16, 2026 near the Southwest fishing dock at the end of 47th Street where buckets, trash bags and gloves will be supplied. Please bring water and wear shoes and clothing suitable for getting wet! Some past water working volunteers have found that small leaf rakes handy for reaching under

Volunteering is one of those incredible experiences that fills your heart and uplifts your spirit. When it comes to protecting and preserving the natural beauty of Lake Harriet, joining forces with the Lake Harriet Environment Council (LHEC) is a fantastic way to make a real difference. Together, we can nurture this urban oasis, ensuring it remains a vibrant haven for both people and wildlife. Let’s dive into the many ways volunteering with LHEC impacts our community and envi

A Clearer View of Lake Harriet If you’ve walked or driven along the East, North, or West sides of Lake Harriet lately, you may have noticed that the lake is much more visible from the surrounding roads and homes. That’s because the Lake Harriet Environment Council, the Lynnhurst Environment Committee, and the Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary have been hard at work removing buckthorn from around the lake. We are now focusing on the West side near the streetcar garage and movi

You are invited to attend the LHEC July meeting on Thursday, July 16th at 7:00 PM on Zoom. We’re excited to have Madeline Hayden from the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center as our special presenter! She will discuss Their current project in Lake Harriet and the latest thinking to replace aquatic invasive species with aquatic native plants. Meeting Details Please click on the link below to join the meeting. We can’t wait to see you there! Date: July 16 2026 T

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Please join us on Saturday November 1, 2025 from 9:30 to Noon at the Lake Harriet Bandshell parking lot. Free parking permits will be available. What to bring Work gloves Refillable water bottle Loppers Pruners Leftover Halloween candy The LEC will have eight weed wrenches, some root-slayer shovels, and a 5-gallon water dispenser.

June crew Sandy, Jane, Mary Ellen, Sally and Brian (not pictured) with a sample of findings Come one, come all to the second Lake...

On Saturday, April 19, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary and the Lake Harriet Environment Council are co-hosting...

This presentation by conservationist and pollinator expert, Heather Holmes, is being postponed because of illness. It was originally...

Please join the Lake Harriet Environment Council and Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary for a presentation by local pollinator expert and...

That was the heading of the volunteer sign-in sheet for the Hennepin County Tree Canopy Grant planting days on October 12th and 13th....

LAKE HARRIET TREE CANOPY PROECT Saturday, October 12th 67 Trees will be delivered for planting on the East Side of Lake Harriet...

The final Lake Harriet water clean-up for 2024 was a big success. It is shocking what ends up in our beautiful lake. Thanks to dedicated...

This will be the fourth and last of the season's water cleanup. Meet east of the bridge near the fishing dock on Sheridan Avenue. Gloves...

Thanks to Hennepin County, a partnership of LHEC, Friends of Roberts Bird Sanctuary (FRBS), and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board...

If you are interested in helping guide the LHEC, there are opportunities for you! Board members help to determine the focus of our...

Volunteers from LHEC completed three Lake Harriet water clean up days over the summer. Armed with bags, buckets, grabbers, gloves and...