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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:All ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, June 17\, 10:00-11:30 am and 12:30 – 2:00 pm \nHelp beautify River Bend Nature Center. Projects will include preparing and planting around signage\, building\, cleaning up the rain garden.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-landscaping-2/2023-06-17
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks (K-2) Dinomite Dinos
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks (K-2) Dinomite Dinos\nJune 19 & 20\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nHave a roaring good time as we learn all about dinosaurs! Campers will take a trip back in time\, as they uncover a world that was once full of these amazing creatures.  Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2-dinomite-dinos
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks (K-2) Creepy Crawlies
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks (K-2) Creepy Crawlies\nJune 21 & 22\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nJoin us as we dig through dirt\, splash in ponds and flip over rocks and logs to uncover some of the amazing creepy crawlies that call River Bend Nature Center home. This two-day camp will be filled with adventure\, investigation\, and a lot of fun! Come prepared to get a little dirty! Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2-creepy-crawlies
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SUMMARY:Recycling/Compost Ambassadors: Recycling
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, 4:00 – 6:00 pm\nCost: $5.00\nJoin River Bend Nature center and learn how you can become a strong advocate for sustainability in your life! Over the course of 4 classes\, participants can learn about how recycling and waste solutions can help our communities thrive. Cost is $5/class. Those who participate in all 4 classes are eligible to receive a Recycling/Composting Ambassador certificate and access to additional resources around these topics! \nJune 21\, Day 1: Recycling \nAfter a quick introduction and overview of the course\, participants will dive into the topic of recycling. Potential speaking topics include Rice County Curbside recycling\, business recycling\, and current recycling practices. \nJune 28\, Day 2: Composting\nOur second class will provide a strong overview of composting. Topics can include at home/backyard composting techniques\, local organic waste topics\, or industrial composting processes.\n \nJuly 12\, Day 3: Food waste\nCome and hear all about food waste during our third class. Speakers will be brought into to cover a variety of topics related to this important issue. This may include food donation\, at-home food waste\, and/or food to animal programs.\n \nJuly 19\, Day 4: Behavior change/Volunteering in the Community\nOur last class will cover both how advocates can message their goals to a variety of audiences as well as provide some ideas for local action on topics related to earlier classes.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/recycling-compost-ambassadors-recycling/2023-06-21
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Adventure Is Out There! Outdoor Sports (7-9th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Adventure Is Out There! Outdoor Sports (Gr. 7-9)\nJune 26 & 27\, M-Tue\, 8:30am – 4pm *Note Adventure Camps start a half-hour earlier than other River Bend Camps\n$75 ($50 for members)\nLive on the wild side! This camp is jam-packed full of exciting outdoor activities such as archery\, rock climbing\, canoeing\, and kayaking that your camper will surely love! This camp will travel in a van to booked venues. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-adventure-is-out-there-outdoor-sports-7-9th-grade
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks (K-2) Nature Ninjas
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks (K-2) Nature Ninjas\nMon/Tues\, June 26 & 27\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nJoin us as we explore the stealthiest animals around River Bend!  From creatures of the night to what lives underground\, campers channel their inner ninja to discover and learn about River Bend’s nature ninjas. Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2-nature-ninjas
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Adventure Is Out There! Ology Camp (7-9th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Adventure Is Out There! Ology Camp Grades 7-9\nJune 28 & 29\, Wed-Thurs\, 8:30am – 4pm *Note Adventure Camps start a half-hour earlier than other River Bend Camps\n$75 ($50 for members)\nLearn all about the different areas of science that are interesting to you! Explore the science of zoology as you visit the Minnesota Zoo to encounter animals from all over the world and learn how the Zoo contributes to animal conservation. On day two\, learn about geology\, astronomy\, archeology\, and more as you touch and investigate the Bell Museum’s expansive natural history collections and visit the planetarium. Then learn all about ornithology as you visit the Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota and meet some live raptors! This camp will travel in a van to booked venues. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-adventure-is-out-there-ology-camp-7-9th-grade
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks (K-2) Nature Art
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks (K-2) Nature Art\nWed/Thurs\, June 28 & 29\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nPrepare to be inspired by nature in this camp for art lovers. Campers will explore River Bend and partake in a variety of craft projects. Expect to bring home some great art and incredible memories. Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2-nature-art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T173000
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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $24/person\, $20/member per session\nThursdays\, 5:30 – 6:30 pm \nEnjoy the physical and mental health benefits of yoga and nature with Yoga Reset outside at River Bend Nature Center. Sign up for one class\, or register for all three for a discount. In the event of rain\, class will be held inside. \nJune 29\, Yoga on the Prairie (Session 2) \nJuly 6\, Yoga on the Prairie (Session 3)
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/yoga-on-the-prairie/2023-06-29
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T160000
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SUMMARY:Herons (3-5) Survival Camp
DESCRIPTION:Herons Survival Camp- Grades 3-5\nJuly 10 & 11\, Mon-Tues\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nCalling all wilderness adventurers! If you love being outside\, then this camp is perfect for you. Join us on the ultimate adventure through River Bend and learn how to start fires for warmth\, build shelters for protection\, navigate through the woods and so much more. We hope to see you out here! \nEach camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/herons-3-5-survival-camp
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Day: Landscaping \nAll ages. Cost: Free \nTuesday\, July 11\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nHelp beautify River Bend Nature Center. Projects will include preparing and planting around signage\, building\, cleaning up the rain garden.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-landscaping-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Herons (3-5) Treasure Hunters
DESCRIPTION:Herons Treasure Hunters- Grades 3-5\nJuly 12 & 13\, Wed-Thurs\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members) \nAhoy\, Matey! Join our crew on a nature adventure. Solve riddles\, navigate through unknown terrain\, and work as a team in search of a treasure fit for a pirate king! \nEach camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. Bring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-herons-3-5-treasure-hunters
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T113000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Landscaping/Kiosk Repair
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Day: Landscaping/Kiosk Repair \nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, July 15\, 10:00 – 11:30 am and 12:30-2:00 pm \nHelp beautify River Bend Nature Center. Projects will include preparing and planting around signage\, building\, cleaning up the rain garden. Repairs on kiosks will begin if landscaping is completed.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-landscaping-kiosk-repair/2023-07-15
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks& Herons (K-5) Nature Engineers
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks & Herons (Grades K-5) Nature Engineers\nJuly 17 & 18\, Mon-Tues\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nGet ready for takeoff! Through a variety of hands-on projects\, campers will learn all about nature’s many engineers. This camp will be a blast for anyone who enjoys getting outside and doing science experiments. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-herons-k-5-nature-engineers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks& Herons (K-5) Fins & Feathers
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks & Herons (Grades K-5) Fins & Feathers\nJuly 19 & 20\, Wed/Thurs\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nJoin us as we splash with the fish and fly with the birds!  We will spend a day learning about fish from Minnesota and around the world.  Campers will explore the river and ponds around River Bend\, investigating all things fish.  We will then switch gears and learn about birds found at River Bend and around the world. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-herons-k-5-fins-feathers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Adventure Is Out There! Outdoor Sports (5-8th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Adventure Is Out There! Outdoor Sports (Gr 5-8)\nJuly 24 & 25\, M-Tue\, 8:30am – 4pm *Note Adventure Camps start a half-hour earlier than other River Bend Camps\n$75 ($50 for members)\nLive on the wild side! This camp is jam-packed full of exciting outdoor activities such as archery\, rock climbing\, canoeing\, and kayaking that your camper will surely love! \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-adventure-is-out-there-outdoor-sports-5-8th-grade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Adventure Is Out There! Ology Camp (5-8th grade)
DESCRIPTION:Adventure Is Out There! Ologys Camp Grades 5-8\nJuly 26 & 27\, Wed/Thurs\, 8:30am – 4pm *Note Adventure Camps start a half-hour earlier than other River Bend Camps\n$75 ($50 for members)\nLearn all about the different areas of science that are interesting to you! Explore the science of zoology as you visit the Minnesota Zoo to encounter animals from all over the world and learn how the Zoo contributes to animal conservation. On day two\, learn about geology\, astronomy\, archeology\, and more as you touch and investigate the Bell Museum’s expansive natural history collections and visit the planetarium. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-adventure-is-out-there-ology-camp-5-8th-grade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp - Meadowlarks& Herons (K-5) Splish\, Splash!
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks & Herons (Grades K-5) Splish\, Splash!\nJuly 31 & August 1\, Mon-Tues\, 9am – 4pm\n$55 ($30 for members)\nJoin us as we submerge ourselves in the world of water. From the ecosystems around River Bend to the water coming out of our faucets\, campers will learn all about the ways we interact with and protect our clean water. \nBring a lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Each camp has limited space available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nUpon completion of registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. Within the month following registration\, you will receive an additional email with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-herons-k-5-splish-splash
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T120000
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SUMMARY:Northfield Community Ed Orienteering
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 8\, 10:30 – 12:00 pm \nRegister at https://northfieldschools.org/communityeducation/ \nHosted at River Bend Nature Center\, we are partnering with Northfield Community Ed to bring you fun and exciting programs this summer! You’ll learn how to use a map and compass to learn basic orienteering skills and to explore River Bend Nature Center!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/northfield-community-ed-orienteering
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T193316Z
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SUMMARY:Factfulness - A Book Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Factfulness – A Book Conversation with Jan Mitchell\nTuesday\, August 8\, 3:00-4:00pm\nFREE Event!\n\nFactfulness\, by Hans Rosling identifies 10 reasons why many people are wrong about the world\, and how things are better than you think. Reading the book is not required\, but would contribute to the conversation. Come find out why a prominent expert on global health is convinced that trends in environmental conditions\, women’s education\, child labor\, literacy and many other fields are improving. He also explains why well-informed people are taking too grim a view of conditions. Light refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/factfulness-a-book-conversation
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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SUMMARY:Northfield Community Ed Geocaching
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 14\, 12:30 – 2:00 pm \nRegister at https://northfieldschools.org/communityeducation/ \nHosted at River Bend Nature Center\, we are partnering with Northfield Community Ed to bring you fun and exciting programs this summer! You’ll learn how to use a GPS unit to locate “Treasure” hidden around River Bend Nature Center and beyond!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/northfield-community-ed-geocaching
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Kiosk Repair
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Day: Kiosk Repair \nAll ages. Cost: Free \nTuesday\, August 15\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nHelp clean and repair our informational kiosks.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-kiosk-repair
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T160532Z
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SUMMARY:The Study of Black Bear Hibernation
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn  \nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members). \nWednesday\, August 16\, 2023\, 12:00-2:00pm\nTopic:  The Study of Black Bear Hibernation: Translational Aspects for Human Medicine with guest speaker Paul A. Iaizzo PhD FHRS \nBring your own lunch and join us as we learn about a new topic each month. \nBio of Guest Speaker \nPaul A. Iaizzo\, PhD FHRS (iaizz001@umn.edu) is a Professor in the Departments of\nSurgery\, Integrative Biology & Physiology and the Carlson School of Management\, at\nthe University of Minnesota. He also serves on the graduate faculties in Biomedical\nEngineering\, Neuroscience\, Integrative Biology & Physiology\, Biological Science\,\nBioinformatics and Computational Biology and Mechanical Engineering. He is the\nDirector of the Malignant Hyperthermia Diagnostic Center and Medtronic Professor of\nVisible Heart ® Research. Additionally\, he is the Associate Director and Medtronic Chair\nof the Institute for Engineering in Medicine\, also at the University of Minnesota. He\nearned both MS and PhD degrees (Focus: Physiology/Neurophysiology) from the\nUniversity of Minnesota. His main research focus is translational systems physiology\,\nwhere his research group does a broad range of studies. The Visible Heart ® Laboratories\nare well known for their multimodal imaging techniques of functional cardiac anatomies\nand device testing within large mammalian hearts\, including human: see the Atlas of\nHuman Cardiac Anatomy (http://www.vhlab.umn.edu/atlas/). Other research areas\ninclude: cardiac pacing and ablation\, muscle pathophysiology and biophysical properties\,\nthermoregulation\, black bear hibernation\, 3D computational modeling and printing and\neducational uses of virtual reality. In 2002\, he was acknowledged as a “Distinguished\nUniversity Teaching Professor”. Since 1990\, he has trained over 200 graduate students\,\npostdoctoral fellows\, and medical students in his laboratories.  Dr. Iaizzo\, has authored\nmore than 280 original articles\, over 100 book chapters\, edited 5 books\, and is on\nnumerous patents related to medical devices. In 2012\, he was named to College of\nFellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) for\n“outstanding contributions to research and education in translational systems physiology\nand cardiovascular engineering”.  In 2015 he was named a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm\nSociety and in 2016 was made a Senior Fellow of IEEE.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/the-study-of-black-bear-hibernation
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T143000
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SUMMARY:Northfield Community Ed Canoe/Kayak
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 17\, 9:00 – 2:30 pm  \nRegister for a 1-hour session at https://northfieldschools.org/communityeducation/ \nHosted at North Alexander Park in Faribault\, River Bend Nature Center is partnering with Northfield Community Ed to bring you fun and exciting programs this summer! For all ages and skill sets\, River Bend staff will teach you the skills you need to know before heading out on the water for some canoeing and kayaking. Meet at North Alexander Park in the parking lot next to the Cannon River\, entering the park off of 2nd Ave NW on to Alexander Drive.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/northfield-community-ed-canoe-kayak
LOCATION:North Alexander Park\, 1816 2nd Ave NW\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
CREATED:20230426T181947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T181947Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day: Kiosk Repair
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Day: Kiosk Repair \nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, August 19\, 10:00-11:30 am and 12:30 – 2:00 pm \nHelp clean and repair our informational kiosks
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-day-kiosk-repair-2/2023-08-19
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T182615Z
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SUMMARY:45th Anniversary of Building Community through Nature; Ramble Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:45th Anniversary of Building Community through Nature; Ramble Fundraiser\nFundraiser Dinner: $75/person \nFriday\, August 25\, 2023\, 5:00-8:00 pm \nat The Inn at Shattuck\, 1000 Shumway Ave\, Faribault\, MN 55021 \nRiver Bend’s annual fundraising event is Ramble. Please join River Bend staff and supporters on Friday\, August 25\, for a dinner and live auction at the Inn at Shattuck. All proceeds directly support River Bend Nature Center’s mission to help people discover\, enjoy\, understand\, and preserve the incredible natural world around us.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/45th-anniversary-of-building-community-through-nature-ramble-fundraiser
LOCATION:Inn at Shattuck\, 1000 Shumway Ave\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T150200Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts\, an adult/child class for ages birth-5. There are planned educational exploration activities with a different theme each week. Dress for the weather\, as most of the course will be outside. \nBeginning in the fall\, classes will be held on Mondays from 9:30-11:00 am with pop-up Saturdays. \nMonday\, Oct 30: Colorful Leaves – As summer ends and fall arrives\, leaves begin to change to brilliant shades of yellow\, red and orange. Come and learn about colorful leaves and see if you’ll find more! \nMonday\, Nov 13: Rocks Rock! – Rocks rock because they come in so many different types of colors\, textures and can be dull or crystals! Come and explore how fascinating rocks can be! \nMonday\, Nov 27: Clouds and Weather – With winter arriving\, clouds gather and the temperature begins to drop. Rain soon begins to fall as snow. Come learn about clouds and weather at different times of the year. \nMonday\, Dec 4: Animals of Minnesota – Winter is a great time to see wildlife as you can easily track who has been where in the snow. Let’s discover what animals call Minnesota home. \nMonday\, Dec 18: Snow Fun – Playing in the snow is so much fun and you can do so many things with it\, from sledding to snow angels\, snowman or snowballs\, the fun is endless! And just like you and me\, no two snowflakes are alike. Join us and have some snow fun!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-2/2023-09-11
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T174354Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Classes
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Classes: River Bend Nature Center invites all learners\, grades K-5th\, the opportunity to experience all of the seasons at River Bend! Classes are held on the second Monday of the month from 1pm-3pm. \nMonday\, September 11: Prairie Pollinators – From beetles to butterflies and bees\, many animals visit prairie plants. Come learn about what pollination is and why it’s important! \nMonday\, October 9: Birds\, Beak to Tail Feathers – Come learn all about how to identify birds\, the adaptations different birds have\, and how/why some birds migrate for the winter. \nMonday\, November 13: Orienteering – Looking to do more exploring in the wilderness? Come learn the art of the compass\, and use it to navigate off trail. \nMonday\, December 11: Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle – With increasing populations and some limited resources\, we must learn to use our resources wisely. Come learn about ways to reduce\, reuse or recycle items you purchase on a regular basis.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-classes/2023-09-11
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
CREATED:20230620T190136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T190136Z
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SUMMARY:Archery for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Archery for Beginners: Did you know archery is one of the oldest sports still practiced today? Bring your family to learn the fundamentals of archery. Practice shooting at stationary targets\, play exciting games\, and participate in challenges as you develop your skills. The NASP archery equipment provided for this program was sponsored by a No Child Left Inside grant through the Minnesota DNR. \nSaturday\, September 16\, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nAges 10+\, $15/person\, $10/member
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/archery-for-beginners-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171250
CREATED:20230620T190911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T190911Z
UID:5347-1694867400-1694871000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Archery II
DESCRIPTION:Archery II – Do you already know the basics of archery and want more practice with the help of an instructor? Practice shooting at stationary targets\, play exciting games\, and participate in challenges as you develop your skills with an instructor. The NASP archery equipment provided for this program was sponsored by a No Child Left Inside grant through the Minnesota DNR. \nSaturday\, September 16 from 12:30 – 1:30 pm \nAges 10+\, $15/person\, $10/member
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/archery-ii
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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