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Geocaching
By: Brittany Smith We’re going on a treasure hunt, X marks the spot! Geocaching is a great way to get out, get some exercise, enjoy nature, and find a treasure.…
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Nature Journaling
By: David Foley Is your family feeling cooped up? Practice social distancing by taking a walk outside! Now is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the seasonal changes.…
Read MoreWildlife Wednesday: Western Chorus Frog
By: Brittany Smith, Naturalist/Program CoordinatorAmong one of the smallest frogs in Minnesota, the Western Chorus frog is one of the first sounds of spring. They may be little, but their…
Read MoreMaple Syruping: A History
By: Katy Anderegg, NaturalistRBNC has been collecting maple sap for many years and educating young minds on how the maple sap to syrup process works. While there have been many…
Read MoreNatural Resources Update Wednesday, 4/1/20
By: Brittany Smith, Naturalist/Program Coordinator As you are out visiting River Bend, you will notice areas where a lot of tree removal has occurred. These areas are part of a…
Read MoreOrwin Rustad
By: Katy Anderegg, Naturalist/Program Coordinator Throwback Thursday! Over forty-two years ago, a man had a vision of building a nature center in Faribault, Minnesota. That man was Orwin Rustad. His…
Read MorePhenology Friday, 4/3/2020
Woolly bear caterpillar By: Molly Olson, Naturalist/Program Coordinator The woolly bear caterpillar is the larval form of the Isabella tiger moth. Many people know about the woolly bear caterpillar because of the legend…
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