Loppet Foundation Slated to Build Theodore Wirth Park Enhancements

The construction of a proposed outdoor recreation center at Theodore Wirth Regional Park is looking more likely following a recent decision by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB).

Agenda documents show the board's administration and finance committee approved agreements to allow the Loppet Foundation to build the proposed project.

The Loppet Foundation is proposing to name the 14,000-square-foot building The Trailhead, according to a news release.

"Theodore Wirth Regional Park is such a special natural resource for Minneapolis park users to enjoy amidst a dense urban setting," said MPRB Superintendent Jayne Miller.

"The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the many youth and families who use Wirth Park are fortunate to benefit from the Loppet Foundation’s expertise and commitment to providing world-class programming and recreational opportunities."

The Loppet Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to create a shared passion for year-round outdoor adventure in the Minneapolis area, focusing on underserved youth and families.

"The public-private partnership between the Loppet Foundation and the MPRB leverages our respective strengths and creates opportunities for area residents to get outside and active in the heart of the city," said John Munger, the executive director of the Loppet Foundation.

"We are excited to see The Trailhead come to fruition."

Image via Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board