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SUMMARY:Geocaching\, Northfield Com. Ed.
DESCRIPTION:Geocaching @ River Bend\nTuesday\, August 5th @ 1:00 pm \nCost: $35\, Ages 8-13 yrs old \nGeocaching is a treasure hunt all around the world. Learn the Basics of how to look up and locate caches and rules of the game\, and then try it for your self! \nRegister Here through Northfield Community Education
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/geocaching-northfield-com-ed
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T093000
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Shapes & Colors
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Shapes & Colors in Nature\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member\nWednesday\, August 6\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nA portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-shapes-colors
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T163000
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SUMMARY:Ramble Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Ramble: Building Community Through Nature\nCost: $75.00 /person or $600 per table of 8 people \nSaturday\, August 9\, 2025 \nJoin us for a revitalized Ramble with fun & entertainment: silent auction\, spin to win game\, wine tasting with paired appetizers\, buffet dinner and fund-a-need program at The Hub at Shattuck-St. Mary’s School. All proceeds directly support River Bend Nature Center’s mission to inspire curiosity\, respect and care for nature. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/ramble-fundraiser-2
LOCATION:The Hub at Shattuck-St. Mary’s School\, 1000 Shumway Ave\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250609T212003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T212003Z
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SUMMARY:Canoeing & Kayaking: Northfield Com. Ed.
DESCRIPTION:Canoeing & Kayaking @ North Alexander Park\, Faribault\nFriday\, August 15th  9:00-2:30 pm (Multiple Sessions) \nCost: $29/person\, $55/family\,  Ages 5 yrs & up **10 and under must have an adult registered participant \nGlide across calm waters and enjoy the beauty of North and South Alexander Park. After safety instruction from River Bend staff\, launch onto the reservoir to practice strokes\, float\, and build confidence in maneuvering a canoe or kayak. North Alexander Park Pavilion #4. \nRegister Here through Northfield Community Education
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/canoeing-kayaking-northfield-com-ed
LOCATION:North Alexander Park\, 1816 2nd Ave NW\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250609T203455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T203647Z
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SUMMARY:Rice County Early Childhood Providers Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:Rice County Early Childhood Providers Appreciation Event\nSaturday\, August 16 10:30am- FREE!\nPlease RSVP Here\nCome join us at the River Bend Nature Center for a day of fun and appreciation for all the hard work early childhood providers do! This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with other providers\, enjoy nature\, and relax in a beautiful setting. Let’s celebrate all the love and care you put into your work every day. We can’t wait to show our gratitude and support for everything you do! This event is sponsored by the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF).
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/rice-county-early-childhood-providers-appreciation-event
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T140000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Dragonfly 101
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Dragonfly 101\nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members).\nWednesday\, August 20\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nDragonfly 101 will take a look at dragonfly identification\, habitat\, and life cycles with guest speaker\, John Arthur from the Minnesota Dragonfly Society. There will be an opportunity after the presentation to look for and net dragonflies for identification. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-dragonfly-101
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T204300Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Hike @ Keepsake Cidery
DESCRIPTION:Nature Hike @ Keepsake Cidery\nCost:  $10/person\, $20/family ($5/member\, $15/member family)\nSaturday\, June 28\, July 26 & August 23 \n3pm-4pm \nCome for a nature hike at Keepsake Cidery with a River Bend Naturalist! This class will be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nIf you are coming as a family\, register as 1 attendee then select the family price.  \n 
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/nature-hike-keepsake-cidery/2025-08-23
LOCATION:Keepsake Cidery\, 4609 135th St E\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T150931Z
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closed for Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:Public Notice: The Interpretive Center will be Closed Saturday\, August 30th for Labor Day Weekend. Trails remain open to the public. Enjoy!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closed-for-labor-day
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250819T160017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T160017Z
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SUMMARY:MN Master Naturalist Instructor Training
DESCRIPTION:MN Master Naturalist Instructor Training\nAges 18+ recommended \nCost: $75\, includes course materials \nFriday\, September 5\, 2025\, – In Person\, at RBNC 9:00am-4:00pm \nFriday\, September 26\, 2025 – Online 9:00am-4:00pm \nAre you already a master naturalist? Want to teach the Master Naturalist course at your place of work or help places teach it? Register to become a MN Master Naturalist Instructor! \nRegistration and program details provided through the U of M \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/mn-master-naturalist-instructor-training
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250819T160730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T160730Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, September 6\, 2025\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nJoin us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching wildlife from the comfort of the Interpretive Center through our Windows on the Wild viewing area. Bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-24
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250819T160914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T160914Z
UID:7224-1757156400-1757160000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Story Time: Orwin
DESCRIPTION:Story Time with a Naturalist: Orwin the Painted Turtle\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, September 6\, 2025\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nStorytime includes a short story and coloring activity. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/story-time-orwin
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131355
CREATED:20250819T170859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T170859Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Reads Book Club – A Book of Hope by Jane Goodall\nTeens and Adults. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, September 6\, 2025\, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \nCome gather for an enlightening discussion about environmental-related books with eco-conscience individuals while enjoying refreshments in the interpretive center. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/sweet-reads-book-club-16
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171047Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Prairie Pollinators Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Prairie Pollinators Morning Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, September 8\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nPollinators love flowers and trees. They help us grow food to eat. Join us as we explore different pollinators found in the prairie! A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-prairie-pollinators-morning-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171444Z
UID:7232-1757336400-1757343600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Intro to Insects
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Insects\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, September 8\, 2025\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Intro to Insects\nStudents will learn about our most diverse group of animals…Insects! Activities will include sweep netting and pond dipping to learn all about insects. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-intro-to-insects
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171217Z
UID:7230-1757350800-1757356200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Prairie Pollinators Evening Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Prairie Pollinators Evening Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, September 8\, 2025\,  5:00pm-6:30pm \nPollinators love flowers and trees. They help us grow food to eat. Join us as we explore different pollinators found in the prairie! A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-prairie-pollinators-evening-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171622Z
UID:7234-1758110400-1758117600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Life of a Fish Squeezer
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Life of a Fish Squeezer\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, September 17\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm\, bring your own lunch. \nCome take a walk through a year in the life of fisheries scientists\, Tyler Fellows with Waterville Fisheries. How does a person become a fishery scientist? What types of studies do they perform? Where are the best places to fish around Waterville? \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-life-of-a-fish-squeezer
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171752Z
UID:7237-1758364200-1758369600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Terrific Turtles & Fabulous Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Terrific Turtles & Fabulous Frogs\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nSaturday\, September 20\, 2025\,  10:30am-12pm \nRiver Bend is home to many different turtles and frogs. They are all terrific and fabulous! Join us as we learn about the species that call River Bend home. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-terrific-turtles-fabulous-frogs
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T171924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T171924Z
UID:7239-1758533400-1758538800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Turtles & Frogs Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Terrific Turtles & Fabulous Frogs\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, September 22\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nRiver Bend is home to many different turtles and frogs. They are all terrific and fabulous! Join us as we learn about the species that call River Bend home. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-turtles-frogs-morning-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T172115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T172115Z
UID:7241-1758546000-1758553200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Intro to Monarch Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Monarch Butterflies\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, September 22\, 2025\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Monarch Butterflies\nCome join us as we learn about the life cycle of a Monarch Butterfly.  As Monarchs begin their journey back to their wintering grounds\, students will also participate in a survey to count specimens at RBNC. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-intro-to-monarch-butterflies
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T172303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T172303Z
UID:7243-1758560400-1758565800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Turtles & Frogs Evening Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Terrific Turtles & Fabulous Frogs\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, September 22\, 2025\,  5:00pm-6:30pm \nRiver Bend is home to many different turtles and frogs. They are all terrific and fabulous! Join us as we learn about the species that call River Bend home. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-turtles-frogs-evening-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T181123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T181123Z
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SUMMARY:Starwatch with Mike Lynch
DESCRIPTION:Starwatch with Mike Lynch\nCost: $5 for ages 13 and younger\, $10 for ages 14 and older. \nAges 10+ recommended \nMonday\, September 22\, 2025\,  7:30pm-9:30pm \nLearn all about the night sky from the expert! \nRegister through Faribault Parks and Rec.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/starwatch-with-mike-lynch
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T160543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T160543Z
UID:7219-1758877200-1758902400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:MN Master Naturalist Instructor Training Online
DESCRIPTION:MN Master Naturalist Instructor Training\nPart Two of MN Training Class \nFriday\, September 26\, 2025 – Online 9:00am-4:00pm \n  \n 
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/mn-master-naturalist-instructor-training-online
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T181248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T181248Z
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SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day
DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day\nCost: Free \nAges 10+ recommended \nSaturday\, September 27\, 2025\,  9:00am-12:00pm \nNational Public Lands Day\nHelp River Bend Nature Center control invasive buckthorn and learn about different and new management techniques! \nRegister through U of M . Registration Link to Come
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/national-public-lands-day-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T181541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T181541Z
UID:7249-1759572000-1759575600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, October 4\, 2025\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nJoin us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching wildlife from the comfort of the Interpretive Center through our Windows on the Wild viewing area. Bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-25
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T181741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T181845Z
UID:7251-1759575600-1759579200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Storytime: Wilbur
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: Wilbur\, the Hognose Snake\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, October 4\, 2025\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nStorytime includes a short story and coloring activity. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-wilbur
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T182018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T182018Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Reads Book Club – The Nature Fix by Florence Williams\nTeens and Adults. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, October 4\, 2025\, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \nCome gather for an enlightening discussion about environmental-related books with eco-conscience individuals while enjoying refreshments in the interpretive center. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/sweet-reads-book-club-17
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T182155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T184407Z
UID:7257-1759743000-1759748400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Colors\, Shapes\, and Textures Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Colors\, Shapes\, and Textures\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, October 6\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nNature is filled with an abundance of colors\, shapes and textures! In this class we’ll explore some beautiful examples of nature’s tapestry. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-colors-shapes-and-textures
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T182515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T182515Z
UID:7261-1759755600-1759762800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Aquatic Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Aquatic Ecosystems\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, October 6\, 2025\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Intro to Aquatic Ecosystems\nStudents will spend time exploring all of the different aquatic ecosystems that can be found at RBNC. Time will also be spent talking about ways we can keep our waterways clean and healthy. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-aquatic-ecosystems-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20250819T182343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T182343Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Colors\, Shapes\, and Textures Evening Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Colors\, Shapes\, and Textures\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, October 6\, 2025\,  5:00pm-6:30pm \nNature is filled with an abundance of colors\, shapes and textures! In this class we’ll explore some beautiful examples of nature’s tapestry. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-colors-shapes-and-textures-evening-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131356
CREATED:20251009T114943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T114943Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Native Planting
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Native Planting\nSaturday\, October 11 \nFree for all ages\, Ages 10+ recommended \n10:00-12:00 pm \nLearn about some of the restoration work being done at River Bend\, then assist with native planting! This might be prairie or woodland planting.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-native-planting
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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