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  • Maple Syruping Morning Demo Program

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Maple Syruping Morning Demo Program Cost: $10/non-member, $5/member Saturday, March 21,  10:30 - 11:30 am How does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple…

    $5 – $10

  • Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program Cost: $10/non-member, $5/member Saturday, March 21,  12:30 - 1:30 pm How does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple syruping…

    $5 – $10

  • Chainsaw Safety Certification – Level One

    River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

    Chainsaw Safety Certification Age 18+. Cost: Free * Must meet income eligibility requirement. If you don't meet the income requirement, contact Quanda Arch at arch@rbnc.org or 507-332-7151. Training Dates Level…

I love River Bend because I can see so many ecosystems in one place. Prairies, forest, wetland, they have it all!

- 5th Grade Teacher

Map of the campus of River Bend Nature Center

So Much to Explore

Right on the RBNC campus there are many opportunities for exploration! Ahead of your visit, you can:

  • Learn more about our must-see ponds
  • Plan your hike or ski using our trail maps
  • Discover the habitats and wildlife you may encounter
  • Plan an accessible route
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