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SUMMARY:Maple Syruping Programs
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syruping Programs\nAll Ages. Cost: $10/person\, $5/member\nSaturday\, March 22\, 2025 \n10:00-11:30 am & 12:30-2:00 pm \nMaple syruping is a tradition that dates back to the first nations that lived in this area. Learn about the history of maple syruping\, what makes the sap flow\, and the process of turning sap into syrup through hands-on syruping experience. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping-programs-2/2025-03-22
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Alexander Faribault
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Alexander Faribault\nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members).\nDate Changed to  \nWednesday\, March 26\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nJoin us and guest speaker\, Sam Temple\, as he tells the tale of city founder\, Alexander Faribault. Learn about his life as a fur trader\, befriending the local Native American tribes\, and the influence he had on this area we now call Faribault. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-alexander-faribault
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T123000
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SUMMARY:Family Painting: Totally Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Family Painting: Totally Turtles\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, March 29\, 2025\, 12:30 – 2:00 pm \nJoin artist Kate Langlais for a fun\, free family painting program. Learn about Minnesota Turtles and then try to paint one! Pre-registration is required to ensure enough supplies are available for participants. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/family-painting-totally-turtles
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T180430Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 5\, 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-21
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T180545Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime with a Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: April Showers bring May Flowers\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 5\, 2025\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nStorytime includes a short story and coloring activity. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-with-a-naturalist-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T180726Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Reads Book Club – The Wilderness World of John Muir edited by Edwin Way Teale \nTeens and Adults. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 5\, 2025\, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \nJoin Ampact members Caitlin and Nick for Sweet Reads Book Club! Discuss 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-13
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Animal Homes\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member-child\, adults attend free\nMonday\, April 7\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nAnimals live outside all year-round. Come explore how and where animals make their home to help them survive. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-animal-homes-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T140000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal\nTeens +. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 12\, 2025\, 10:00 am-2:00 pm \nLearn about invasive plants and how River Bend is controlling them. Then help us to remove them! The specific species being mitigated will depend on the seasonality. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-invasive-species-removal-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T190948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T190948Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Weather
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Weather\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member-child\, adults attend free\nMonday\, April 14\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nThe weather outside is weather and it happens in many forms. Come learn all the different ways weather happens. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-weather
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T150000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool: Reptiles and Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Reptiles and Amphibians\nages 5-12. Cost: $10/person\, $5/member\nMonday\, April 14\, 2025\,  1-3pm \nLearn all about Reptiles and Amphibians from their unique characteristics to how they survive our cold winters. Then meet River Bend’s live animal ambassadors! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-reptiles-and-amphibians-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T191450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T191450Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Geological Society of MN
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Randy Strobel with Geological Society of Minnesota \nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members).\nWednesday\, April 16\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nJoin us and guest speaker\, Randy Strobel\, as he discusses the geological formations of Minnesota. Minnesota has a fascinating geological history. We hope you’ll be able to join us. Bring your own lunch. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-geological-society-of-mn
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T160000
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SUMMARY:FREE Chainsaw Training\, Level 1
DESCRIPTION:FREE Chainsaw Training\, Level 1\nAges 18+\, Cost: Free. Space for 8 people. \nSaturday\, April 19\, 2025\, 8:30 am-4:00 pm \nInterested in learning how to use a chainsaw safely? Join us April 19th to gain hands-on\, basic safety training on how to use a chainsaw. This event is open to the public. \nPre-Registration is Required. \nWhat to bring with you: \n\nBring a document that provides proof of age\, driver’s license. \nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty that are long sleeves and pants.\nBring your own chainsaw if you have one.\n\nCourse Description \nParticipants in Level 1 training will spend part of the morning in the classroom\, and at least 5 hours outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely\, comfortably and productively. Topics covered include personal protective equipment (PPE)\, body mechanics\, chainsaw safety features\, the chain and the cutter tooth\, reactive forces\, planning and executing tree felling\, intro to limbing\, and bucking. Level I introduces the participant to bore cutting and open face felling\, and develops the mechanics to execute these techniques. Hands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell or limb at least one tree. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/free-chainsaw-training-level-1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T140000
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Play Time Weather!
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Play Time Weather!\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member-child\, adults attend free\nSaturday\, April 19\, 2025\,  12:00 – 2:00 pm \nThe weather outside is weather and it happens in many forms. Come learn all the different ways weather happens. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-play-time-weather
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
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SUMMARY:Land Dedication Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Land Dedication Ceremony\nEvent Date: Tuesday\, April 22\, 2025\nTime: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.\nLocation: 3733 220th St E\, Faribault\, MN 55021 (next to the main River Bend Nature Center campus)\nAttire: Casual with sneakers or hiking boots for optional post-dedication land tour. \nJoin Trust for Public Land and River Bend Nature Center for a special land dedication event celebrating the expansion of the nature center and the protection of cherished natural space for generations to come. \nThanks to incredible partnerships and support of the Hein family\, this newly protected land will enhance outdoor access\, wildlife habitat\, and environmental education opportunities. Come explore the expanded grounds\, connect with nature\, and help us celebrate this important milestone! \nPlease RSVP by April 15. \nQuestions? Please email Sara Shaw Meyer at sara.meyer@tpl.org. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/land-dedication-ceremony
LOCATION:Straight River Tract\, 3733 220th St E\, Faribault\, Minnesota\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T191849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T191849Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Earth Day Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Earth Day Celebration!\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 26\, 2025\, 10:00 am-2:00 pm \nJoin River Bend Naturalists to celebrate Earth Day by learning about and participating in a Citizen Science project! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-earth-day-celebration
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T174853Z
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SUMMARY:Family Painting: Paint the Earth
DESCRIPTION:Family Painting: Paint the Earth\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, April 26\, 2025\, 12:30 – 2:00 pm \nJoin River Bend Naturalists to celebrate Earth Day by learning about and participating in a Citizen Science project! Join artist Kate Langlais for a fun\, free family painting program. Paint a picture of the Earth for Earth Day! Pre-registration is required to ensure enough supplies are available for participants. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/family-painting-paint-the-earth
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T192036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T192036Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Baby Animals!
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Baby Animals!\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member-child\, adults attend free\nMonday\, April 28\, 2025\,  9:30 – 11:00 am \nIt’s spring time and that means baby animals are being born. Join us for a cute adventure as we learn about baby animals! 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
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241009T184121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T184121Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run 50K Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run 50K Trail Run\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nRegistration/Check-in: 6:00-6:45am\n50K Run Start: 7:00am  \nRegistration Fee: $80; Pre-register by March 31: $65 \nRegister Here \nRegistration fee includes a race t-shirt and an admission to our Pancake Brunch. Race t-shirts are only guaranteed to participants that pre-register by 4pm on Sunday\, April 13.  Additional shirts will be available first come first serve on race day. \nComplete race details are on our Maple Syrup Fun Run website. \nOnline registration closes at 4:30pm on April 30th.  People may also register on the day of the race. \n                                                                    All race registrations are non-refundable.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-50k-trail-run
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T184256Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run 25K Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run 25K Trail Run\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nRegistration/Check-in: 6:00-6:45am\n50K Run Start: 7:00am  \nRegistration Fee: $65  Pre-register by March 31: $50 \nRegister Here \nRegistration fee includes a race t-shirt and an admission to our Pancake Brunch. Race t-shirts are only guaranteed to participants that pre-register by 4pm on Sunday\, April 13.  Additional shirts will be available first come first serve on race day. \nComplete race details are on our Maple Syrup Fun Run website. \nOnline registration closes at 4:30pm on April 30th.  People may also register on the day of the race. \n                                                                    All race registrations are non-refundable.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-25k-trail-run
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241009T184639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T184639Z
UID:6486-1746257400-1746266400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run One-Mile Walk
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run One-Mile Walk\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nRegistration/Check-in: 7:30-8:15am\nWalk Start: 8:40am – Not chip timed \nRegistration Fee: $40 Pre-register by March 31: $30 \nRegister Here \nRegistration fee includes a race t-shirt and an admission to our Pancake Brunch. Race t-shirts are only guaranteed to participants that pre-register by 4pm on Sunday\, April 13.   Additional shirts will be available first come first serve on race day. Faribault Public School Employees can register for the race with their school email to qualify for the discounted price. \nComplete race details are on our Maple Syrup Fun Run website. \nOnline registration closes at 4:30pm on April 30th.  People may also register on the day of the race.. \n                                                                    All race registrations are non-refundable.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-one-mile-walk
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
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UID:6484-1746257400-1746277200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run 5K Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run 5K Trail Run\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nRegistration/Check-in: 7:30-8:15am\n5K Run Start: 8:30am  \nRegistration Fee: $45 Pre-register by March 31: $35 \nRegister Here \nRegistration fee includes a race t-shirt and an admission to our Pancake Brunch. Race t-shirts are only guaranteed to participants that pre-register by 4pm on Sunday\, April 13.  Additional shirts will be available first come first serve on race day. \nComplete race details are on our Maple Syrup Fun Run website. \nOnline registration closes at 4:30pm on April 30th.  People may also register on the day of the race. \n                                                                    All race registrations are non-refundable.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-5k-trail-run
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T184833Z
UID:6488-1746257400-1746277200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Fun Run 10K Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syrup Fun Run 10K Trail Run\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nRegistration/Check-in: 7:30-8:15am\n10K Run Start: 8:30 am  \nRegistration Fee: $50 Pre-register by March 31: $40 \nRegister Here \nRegistration fee includes a race t-shirt and an admission to our Pancake Brunch. Race t-shirts are only guaranteed to participants that pre-register by 4pm on Sunday\, April 13.  Additional shirts will be available first come first serve on race day. \nComplete race details are on our Maple Syrup Fun Run website. \nOnline registration closes at 4:30pm on April 30th.  People may also register on the day of the race. \n                                                                    All race registrations are non-refundable.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syrup-fun-run-10k-trail-run
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241009T183910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T183910Z
UID:6478-1746266400-1746275400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Pancake Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Pancake Brunch\nSaturday\, May 3\, 2025 \nGeneral Public: 10 am to 12:30 pm\nRacers and their families may eat as soon as they finish their race. Racers receive complimentary admission to Brunch. \nAdmission: $10 per person ($5 per River Bend member). Register Here \nCome out to River Bend for delicious pancakes topped with River Bend’s own real maple syrup. We’ll also have sausages\, coffee\, and juice to accompany our pancakes. Gluten free pancakes are available. Please check the option to have gluten free if you want them when you register. Brunch will be held in the Interpretive Center. \nPancake Brunch is included in race registration. Those registered as racers do not need to register separately for Pancake Brunch.  \nComplete Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Brunch details are available on their website. \nPlease note: We will not mail tickets for admission purchased before the event\, instead we will add your name to the list at our entry table. If you need physical proof of purchase\, please print the receipt you receive after you complete your Pancake Brunch purchase.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/pancake-brunch
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241205T180658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T180658Z
UID:6649-1746871200-1746885600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Invasive Species Removal\nTeens +. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025\, 10:00 am-2:00 pm \nLearn about invasive plants and how River Bend is controlling them. Then help us to remove them! The specific species being mitigated will depend on the seasonality. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-invasive-species-removal-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T192242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T192242Z
UID:6583-1747042200-1747047600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Mud & Worms
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Mud & Worms\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member\nMonday\, May 12\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nDive into the world of mud and get a bit dirty while having fun learning about worms! Dress for the weather\, as a portion of the class will be outside. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-mud-worms-2
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T192435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T192435Z
UID:6585-1747054800-1747062000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Water Cycle and Spring Ephemerals
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Water Cycle and Spring Ephemerals\nages 5-12. Cost: $10/person\, $5/member\nMonday\, May 12\, 2025\,  1-3pm \nWater is vital to surviving. In this class we’ll learn about how water cycles through the planet and the different forms it can take. Then\, we’ll get outside and discover what Spring Ephemerals are and where they live at River Bend. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-water-cycle-and-spring-ephemerals
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T192611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T192150Z
UID:6587-1747476000-1747488600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Canceled: Boy Scout Badge Day: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Canceled: Boy Scout Badge Day: Birds\nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n10:00 – 1:30 pm\nCost: $10/person\nGrades: 5th – 12th \nLearn all about Birds while fulfilling your badge requirements at River Bend! *Note some specific requirements are more time-consuming than what can be done during this program\, it is up to the scout/scout leader to help fulfill any remaining requirements.* \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/boy-scout-badge-day-birds
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241204T192801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T192801Z
UID:6589-1747647000-1747652400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: What's in the Water?
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: What’s in the Water?\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member\nMonday\, May 19\, 2025\,  9:30am-11am \nNow that winter has passed and the ice is melting\, what lives in the water? It’s spring time and ponds are filled with living creatures! Let’s explore what lives in the water. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-whats-in-the-water-5
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20250116T181346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T181346Z
UID:6818-1747828800-1747836000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Big Woods
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Big Woods\nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members).\nWednesday\, May 21\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm\, Bring your own lunch. \nJoin us and guest speaker\, Andy Wendt\, as he discusses the Big Woods ecosystem at Nerstrand State Park. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-big-woods
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182327
CREATED:20241205T180945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T180945Z
UID:6651-1748685600-1748691000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday: Native Plant Communities Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Saturday: Native Plant Communities Info Session\nTeens +. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, May 31\, 2025\, 10:00 – 11:30 am \nCome learn about the importance of native plant communities and how River Bend intends to use citizen science to create a database of native plant communities found onsite. Then leave with the knowledge needed to volunteer at future Stewardship Saturdays. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/stewardship-saturday-native-plant-communities-info-session
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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