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SUMMARY:Storytime: The Mitten
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: The Mitten\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, February 7\, 2025\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nCome read along with a naturalist and follow along with your very own paper animals! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-the-mitten
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T200731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T200731Z
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SUMMARY:Luminary Snowshoe and Hike
DESCRIPTION:Luminary Snowshoe and Hike\nCost: $10/member\, $15/member with rental; $15/non-members\, $20/non-members with rental; 5 & under free.  \nAll ages\, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThursday\, February 12\,  6:00pm-8:00pm \nEnjoy the quiet of winter with a luminary hike through River Bend. Trails are packed snow\, participants are welcome to bring their own snowshoes. Then relax by a warm bonfire with a complimentary hot chocolate! \nIn the event we do not have snow\, the event will be held as a luminary hike. Anyone who rents snowshoes will be reimbursed for their rental only. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/luminary-snowshoe-and-hike-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251201T201508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T201508Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Biochar
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Biochar\nSaturday\, February 14\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nFree Volunteer Opportunity \nAges: Teen+ \nCome learn about what biochar is\, how it’s created\, and why River Bend has decided to use this as another sustainability method. Then\, weather permitting\, try your hand at creating biochar. \nMeet at River Bend Interpretive Center. Dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-biochar-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T200927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T200927Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, February 16\,  9:30am-11am \nAnimals have homes too! Explore what types of homes animals live in and look for animal homes on a walk outside. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-animal-homes-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T201114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201114Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool: Making Tracks
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Making Tracks\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child     (Pre-registration is required) \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, February 16\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nThis program will allow students to learn the process of animal track casting. While our casts are drying\, students will get outside and have a blast learning about and using kicksleds. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-making-tracks
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251210T204918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T143547Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Fruit of the forest\, MN's Edible Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Fruit of the forest: Minnesota’s Edible Mushrooms\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, February 18\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nBring your own lunch and enjoy! \nGuest Speaker\, Tim Clemens\, founder of Ironwood Foraging and past president of MN Mycological Society\, presents: Minnesota’s forests\, fields\, and river valleys are home to an amazing variety of edible mushrooms—if you know where to look. In this engaging presentation\, we’ll explore some of the state’s most sought-after wild edibles\, how to safely identify them\, and ideas for how to prepare them safely. We’ll also cover foraging tips for beginners\, and fun facts that bring our local fungi to life. Whether you’re a seasoned forager or simply curious\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the hidden food treasures growing all around us. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-fruit-of-the-forest-mns-edible-mushrooms
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T201245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201245Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nSaturday\, February 21\, 10:00am-11:30am \nAnimals have homes too! Explore what types of homes animals live in and look for animal homes on a walk outside. Dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-animal-homes-4
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T201411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201411Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Weather 
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Weather\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nSaturday\, March 2\,  9:30-11:00 am \n“Rain\, rain go away come again another day!” We’ll explore what weather is\, and how we can be prepared to enjoy the outdoors in almost any weather. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-weather-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T201658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201658Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool: Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Maple Syruping\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child     (Pre-registration is required) \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, March 2\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nBy learning about the process of maple syruping\, students will further their knowledge of both the science of tree physiology and the history of syruping as an important cultural practice. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-maple-syruping
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201833Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, March 7\, 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-30
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T202019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202019Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: Maple Syruping\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, March 7\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nCozy up in kid’s corner as you listen to stories about winter weather\, read by a River Bend Naturalist! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-maple-syruping-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260302T191817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T191817Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Day: Maple Syruping\nFree Volunteer Event\, Saturday\, March 14 from 10-12 pm \nAll ages\, people ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult \nHelp with the process of tapping trees and/or collecting and cooking sap. \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-maple-syruping
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202208Z
UID:7460-1773653400-1773658800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Maple Syruping\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, March 16\,  9:30am-11am \nHow do we get tasty maple syrup? From Maple Trees! have fun exploring the world of trees and how we make maple syrup at River Bend. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-maple-syruping-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T202335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202335Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool: Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Maple Syruping\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child     (Pre-registration is required) \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, March 16\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nHow does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple syruping from start to finish. At the end of the program\, students will be able to sample the sweet syrup they helped make. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-maple-syruping-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251210T205117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T180414Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Gardening for MN's Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Gardening for MN’s Pollinators\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, March 18\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nBring your own lunch and enjoy! \nWanting to attract pollinators to your garden? Looking for recommendations on native plants? Join RBNC Naturalist Matt Johnson to learn how to make a thriving pollinator habitat this spring! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-saving-minnesotas-pollinators
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T202502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202820Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syruping Morning Demo Program
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syruping Morning Demo Program\nCost: $10/non-member\, $5/member \nSaturday\, March 21\,  10:30 – 11:30 am \nHow does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple syruping from start to finish. At the end of the program\, students will be able to sample the sweet syrup they helped make. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping-morning-demo-program
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251021T203037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T203037Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program\nCost: $10/non-member\, $5/member \nSaturday\, March 21\,  12:30 – 1:30 pm \nHow does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple syruping from start to finish. At the end of the program\, students will be able to sample the sweet syrup they helped make. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping-afternoon-demo-program-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260309T183343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T190048Z
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SUMMARY:Chainsaw Safety Certification - Level One
DESCRIPTION:Chainsaw Safety Certification\nAge 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. \nTraining Dates \nLevel One: Friday\, March 27\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One: Saturday\, March 28\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel Two: Monday\, March 30\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One is a prerequisite to Level Two
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/chainsaw-safety-certification-level-one
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260309T183454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T190121Z
UID:7723-1774686600-1774713600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Chainsaw Safety Certification - Level One
DESCRIPTION:Chainsaw Safety Certification\nAge 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. \nTraining Dates \nLevel One: Friday\, March 27\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One: Saturday\, March 28\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel Two: Monday\, March 30\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One is a prerequisite to Level Two
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/chainsaw-safety-certification
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260309T184847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T190154Z
UID:7725-1774859400-1774886400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Chainsaw Safety Certification -Level Two
DESCRIPTION:Chainsaw Safety Certification\nAge 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. \nTraining Dates \nLevel One: Friday\, March 27\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One: Saturday\, March 28\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel Two: Monday\, March 30\, 8:30 – 4:00 pm \nLevel One is a prerequisite to Level Two
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/chainsaw-safety-certification-level-two
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T212819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T212819Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 4\, 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-31
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T120000
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SUMMARY:Storytime: April Showers Bring May Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Storytime: April Showers Bring May Flowers\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 4\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nJoin a naturalist for a fun and interactive storytime about spring weather and blooming flowers\, perfect for curious young minds. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-april-showers-bring-may-flowers
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T213210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213210Z
UID:7575-1775467800-1775473200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Baby Animals\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, April 6\,  9:30am-11am \nLittle Sprouts: Baby Animals is a playful early childhood program where young children explore the world of baby animals through songs\, stories\, and hands-on activities. Designed for toddlers and their caregivers\, this program nurtures curiosity and connection with nature’s cutest creatures. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-baby-animals-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T213343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213343Z
UID:7577-1775480400-1775487600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Intro to Spring Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Spring Flowers\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child    (Pre-registration is required) \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, April 6\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nA woodland walk in the Big Woods during spring time reveals a great diversity of plants trying to grow before shade envelopes the forest. Students will spend time identifying these colorful early emerging flowers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-intro-to-spring-flowers
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260302T192105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T192105Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal\nFree Volunteer Event\, Saturday\, April 11 from 10-12 pm \nAll Ages\, people 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult \nHelp with the process of tapping trees and/or collecting and cooking sap. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-invasive-species-removal-4
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T213549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213603Z
UID:7579-1776254400-1776261600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Pollinators and Prairies in SW MN
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Pollinators and Prairies in Southwest MN Lisa Gelvin-Innvaer Nongame Wildlife Specialist with DNR\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, April 15\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nPollinators\, Prairies\, and Private Landowner Partners: Explore the DNR Nongame Wildlife Program with a focus on southern region pollinator initiatives. Hear what has been learned about pollinator responses to various types of habitats. And how the DNR manages prairies and works with private landowners all with pollinators in mind. \nBring your own lunch and enjoy! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-pollinators-and-prairies-in-sw-mn
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T213744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213744Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Batty about Bats
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Batty about Bats\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nSaturday\, April 18\,  10:00am-11:30am \nIn this hands-on early childhood program\, children will explore the fascinating world of bats through sensory play\, observation\, and storytelling. This playful\, messy experience encourages curiosity\, scientific thinking\, and a love for nature. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-batty-about-bats
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T213855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213914Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Batty about Bats
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Batty about Bats\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, April 20\,  9:30am-11:00am \nIn this hands-on early childhood program\, children will explore the fascinating world of bats through sensory play\, observation\, and storytelling. This playful\, messy experience encourages curiosity\, scientific thinking\, and a love for nature. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-batty-about-bats-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20251218T214059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T214059Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Dwarf Trout Lily
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Dwarf Trout Lily\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child    (Pre-registration is required) \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, April 20\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nDid you know that there is a plant found at River Bend that is only found in a few areas in Minnesota and nowhere else on earth? Students will learn more about the federally endangered Dwarf Trout Lily\, Minnesota’s only endemic flower. If we’re lucky we might even get to catch a glimpse of this flower blooming! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-dwarf-trout-lily
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144737
CREATED:20260302T193014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T193014Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast Race Day Timeline\nSaturday\, May 2nd   |   Prices vary by distance    |    Early bird pricing ends March 31\, 2026    |    Same day registration available     |     Registration includes a pancake breakfast & t-shirt when you register by April 12\, 2026 \nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n25K & 50K \n\nCheck In 6:00 am – 6:45 am\nRace Starts at 7:00 am\n\n10K\, 5K\, One Mile \n\nCheck-in 7:30 am – 8:15 am\n5K & 10K Starts at 8:30 am\nOne mile walk/run starts at 8:40 am – Not chip timed\n\nPancake Brunch \n\nStarts at 9:00 am for runners & their spectators\, 10:00 am for public\n\nOff-Site Event Parking \nLocated at 100 State Ave\, Faribault\, MN 55021 \n25K & 50K can park at the nature center\, all other participants and spectators please park at Allina. \nGet Printable Parking Information by clicking this link. Fun Run Parking and Bus Schedule
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-pancake-breakfast
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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