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SUMMARY:Science Day: Animal Tracking
DESCRIPTION:January 22\, 12:30-1:30pm \nOpen to homeschoolers/distance learners aged 5-11. Cost: $10 per child.\nPre-registration is required by Thursday\, January 20. \nAnimal Tracking \nCome learn all about animal tracking so you can figure out who’s been visiting your yard or the nature center.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/science-day-animal-tracking
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T050000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T015138Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Meet the Animal Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Meet the Animal Ambassadors \nCost: $10/person\, $5/member\nTuesday\, January 25\, 2022\,  9:30am-11am \nMeet River Bend’s education animals! \nHave fun with your little one(s) as you explore different nature topics each class. Your little sprout will learn about the natural world through nature play and exploration. Be prepared to be outside for most of the class.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-meet-the-animal-ambassadors
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T050000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 5th \n10-11am\, Free for all ages. \nEnjoy bagels as you watch birds through the windows on the wild viewing area.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-6
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220205T060000
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CREATED:20211120T020208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T020208Z
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SUMMARY:U of MN Raptor Center
DESCRIPTION:Raptors of MN with the Raptor Center \nSaturday\, February 5\, 11am-12pm OR 12:30-1:30pm \n$5/child (12& under)\, $10/adult \n Come meet and learn about an Owl\, Hawk\, and Falcon with the Raptor Center of Minnesota! \n“The Raptors of Minnesota program explores different raptors found in Minnesota and their role in the environment. Participants learn some raptor identification\, habitats where different species are found\, key adaptations that make raptors different than other birds\, and amazing success stories of what is possible when we come together to protect wildlife and their environments.”
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/u-of-mn-raptor-center
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T050000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20211120T020953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T020953Z
UID:3659-1644291000-1644296400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Ice Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Ice Exploration \nCost: $10/person\, $5/member\nTuesday\, February 8\, 2022\,  9:30am-11am \nHave fun with your little one(s) as you explore different nature topics each class. Your little sprout will learn about the natural world through nature play and exploration. Be prepared to be outside for most of the class.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-ice-exploration
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20211120T021151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T021151Z
UID:3661-1644580800-1644588000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Night Out: Luminary Snowshoe/Hike
DESCRIPTION:Adult Night Out Full Moon Luminary Hike/snowshoe \n\n\n\n\nCost: $20/member\, $25/member with rental; $25/non-members\, $30/non-members with rental \nFriday\, February 11\, 2022\, 6-8pm \nEnjoy an adult night out! Stroll through the nature center with luminaries as your guide. Then enjoy an adult beverage as you warm up inside. Snowshoes available to rent. Pre-registration required.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/adult-night-out-luminary-snowshoe-hike
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20211120T021353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T021353Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Trumpeter Swan Conservation by: Larry Vorwerk
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Trumpeter Swan Conservation By Larry Vorwerk \nCost: $10 ($5 for River Bend members).\n \nWednesday\, January 19\, 2022\, 12:00-2:00pm\nTopic: Trumpeter Swan Conservation by Larry Vorwerk \nBring your lunch and join us for a presentation on the Trumpeter Swan Conservation efforts in Minnesota. Larry Vorwerk\, a retired MN Zoo keeper and River Bend Volunteer Naturalist\, will discuss how the Trumpeter Swan was successfully reintroduced to Minnesota.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-trumpeter-swan-conservation-by-larry-vorwerk
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220219T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220219T053000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20211120T021631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T021631Z
UID:3665-1645245000-1645248600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Science Day: Extreme Animal Survival
DESCRIPTION:Science Day: Extreme Survival \nOpen to homeschoolers/distance learners aged 5-11. Cost: $10 per child. \nSaturday\, February 19\, 10:30am-11:30am \nExtreme Survival \nLearn about animals that can survive extreme environments\, then learn some techniques for you to survive the winter weather. \nRiver Bend offers a monthly science program designed for homeschool/ distance learning families. Our programs are led by our experienced education staff. The classes are designed to provide students with an enriching hands-on experience to supplement their science lessons. All classes include an outdoor component.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/science-day-extreme-animal-survival
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T050000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T222418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T222418Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Come watch birds from the Windows on the Wild viewing area while enjoying bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-7
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T073000
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SUMMARY:Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Maple 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 a hands-on syruping experience. \nCost: $5/person\, $15/family (FREE for members) * a family is 2 adults and 4 kids under 18 \nSaturday\, March 5\, 12:30pm-1:30pm \nSaturday\, March 19\, 10:30am-11:30am  &  12:30pm-1:30pm
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T231203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T231203Z
UID:3868-1647414000-1647421200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Environmental Good News By Jan Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Join us once a month for an environmental presentation. \nLunch & Learn: Environmental Good News By: Jan Mitchell\nWednesday\, March 16\, from 12 pm-2 pm \nFeeling down about the state of our environment? Join us as Jan Mitchell\, River Bend Volunteer Naturalist\, tells us about some environmental success stories.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-environmental-good-news-by-jan-mitchell
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T233851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T233851Z
UID:3884-1647579600-1647594000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:March Science Day
DESCRIPTION:For the 2021-2022 school year\, River Bend Nature Center invites all learners the opportunity to experience all of the seasons at River Bend! On each science day\, two different topics are offered. Students can register for one class\, or for both! Bring a lunch to eat in between programs. All ages are welcome\, subjects are aimed for kindergarten through fifth grade. \nPlease dress for the weather. \nFriday\, March 18 \nMarch Migration (10:00am-11:30am) \nCome learn about birds\, and how/why many of them migrate! \nMaple Syruping (12:30pm-2:00pm) \nLearn about the natural history and cultural significance of maple syruping\, then participate in the process!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/march-science-day
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T063000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T223500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T223500Z
UID:3845-1647667800-1647671400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Maple Syruping
DESCRIPTION:Maple 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 a hands-on syruping experience. \nCost: $5/person\, $15/family (FREE for members) * a family is 2 adults and 4 kids under 18 \nSaturday\, March 19\, 10:30am-11:30am  &  12:30pm-1:30pm
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping-2
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T224109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T224109Z
UID:3847-1648213200-1648218600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:All About Owls!
DESCRIPTION:All About Owls! \nAll ages. Cost: $5member/$20member family; & $10person/$40 family; * A family is 2 adults & up to 4 children under 18 \nFriday\, March 25\, 6:00pm-7:30pm \nLearn all about the owls of Minnesota\, dissect an owl pellet\, and go on a short naturalist hike to look for owls.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/all-about-owls
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T224641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T224641Z
UID:3849-1648879200-1648882800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Peregrine Falcons-Live Raptors!
DESCRIPTION:Party with Peregrine Falcons-Live Raptors! (all ages\, $5/kids 12+under\, $10/adult) \nSaturday\, April 2 \nSession 1: 11am-12pm \nSession 2: 12:30pm-1:30pm \nRaptors are often regarded as a species to be admired and prized by human societies\, often representing power\, independence\, and strength. In particular\, peregrine falcons have risen to the highest level of admiration due to their striking physical markings\, speed\, and care for their young. When the peregrine falcon population plummeted to fewer than 200 birds in the United States\, it was no wonder that many people joined forces to save the species. \nCome and learn more about the peregrine story\, what is being done right here in Minnesota to help the species\, and what we have discovered about them after 40 years of research. Jackie Fallon\, wildlife biologist\, master falconer\, and educator for over 30 years\, will be our presenter. She is currently the VP of Field Operations for the Midwest Peregrine Society and MN state coordinator for peregrine monitoring and currently manages all aspects of research at over 50 peregrine falcon territories in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/peregrine-falcons-live-raptors
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T060000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T233720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T233720Z
UID:3874-1649737800-1649743200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts!
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts is a parent/child class for children birth through 5 years old. There are planned educational exploration activities with a different theme each week. Dress for the weather\, as most of the class will be outside. \nClasses are held on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 am unless otherwise noted. \nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child \nApril 12 Shapes in Nature \nApril 26 Birds and Nests \nMay 10 Worms and Mud \nMay 24 What’s in the Water? \nSaturday\, June 11 Textures of Nature (0-3 yr olds) \nJune 14 Shapes in Nature (3-5 yr olds) 9 am-11 am \nJune 28 What’s in the Water (0-3 yr olds) \nAugust 2 What’s in the Water (3-5 yr olds) 9 am-11 am \nAugust 9 Beautiful Birds (0-3 yr olds)
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts/2022-04-12
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T232251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T232251Z
UID:3870-1650459600-1650465000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Bluebird Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Bluebird Conservation\nWednesday\, April 20\, from 6 pm- 7:30 pm \n$5/member\, $10/nonmember \nLearn all about these beautiful birds and statewide conservation efforts from the Bluebird Recovery Program of Minnesota.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bluebird-conservation
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T225448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T225448Z
UID:3857-1650546000-1650553200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Great River Greening Buckthorn Bust
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of River Bend Nature Center\, Great River Greening is hosting a series of restoration events throughout early 2022. The management of invasive species\, accomplished by dedicated volunteers\, helps to enhance and protect the dwarf trout lily habitat\, the surrounding big woods habitat\, and increase biodiversity. \nGreat River Greening- Buckthorn Bust! \nThursday\, April 21\, 6 pm – 8 pm \nSaturday\, April 30\, 9 am – 12 pm \nBuckthorn is a dense shrub that can overtake a forest floor very quickly and out-compete native foliage.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/great-river-greening-buckthorn-bust
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T225727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T225727Z
UID:3859-1651291200-1651302000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Great River Greening Buckthorn Bust
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of River Bend Nature Center\, Great River Greening is hosting a series of restoration events throughout early 2022. The management of invasive species\, accomplished by dedicated volunteers\, helps to enhance and protect the dwarf trout lily habitat\, the surrounding big woods habitat\, and increase biodiversity. \nGreat River Greening- Buckthorn Bust! \nSaturday\, April 30\, 9 am – 12 pm \nBuckthorn is a dense shrub that can overtake a forest floor very quickly and out-compete native foliage. You must pre-register with Great River Greening for this event.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/great-river-greening-buckthorn-bust-2
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T230433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T230433Z
UID:3861-1651755600-1651762800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Great River Greening- Pulling Garlic Mustard and Dame's Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Great River Greening- Pulling Garlic Mustard and Dame’s Rocket \nThursday\, May 5\, 6 pm – 8 pm \nVolunteers will work to hand-pull invasive garlic mustard and dame’s rocket plants to help protect the dwarf trout lily that makes its home at the nature center. On behalf of River Bend Nature Center\, Great River Greening is hosting a series of restoration events throughout early 2022. The management of invasive species\, accomplished by dedicated volunteers\, helps to enhance and protect the dwarf trout lily habitat\, the surrounding big woods habitat\, and increase biodiversity. \nThese are family-friendly events. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary\, we will provide the tools and training required. \nWe will have light snacks and extra water available\, however\, please bring your own reusable water bottle and any additional snacks or lunch items you may need. \nEnsuring the safety of our volunteers is our highest priority. It is important that event participants wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and scratchy brush. We recommend dressing for the weather\, layers are key. We will hold the event rain or shine. \nOnce you have registered via GivePulse\, organizers from Great River Greening will approve your registration and you will receive confirmation. You will continue to receive event reminders as the event nears. If you have further questions\, please contact Amy at volunteer@greatrivergreening.org. If the event has reached capacity\, please add your name to the waitlist and you will be automatically registered if space becomes available.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/great-river-greening-pulling-garlic-mustard-and-dames-rocket
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T224810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T182319Z
UID:3851-1652446800-1652450400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Adult Night Out: Spring Ephemerals
DESCRIPTION:Adult Night Out: Spring Ephemerals \nCost: $10/person\, $5/member \nFriday\, May 13\, 6:00pm-7:00pm \nEnjoy an adult night out as you take a guided naturalist hike through River Bend to look at and learn about spring ephemeral flowers. These types of flowers only bloom once\, in spring\, and are found on the forest floor before trees are leafed out.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/adult-night-out-spring-ephemerals
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T230726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T230754Z
UID:3863-1652500800-1652511600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Great River Greening- Pulling Garlic Mustard and Dame's Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Great River Greening- Pulling Garlic Mustard and Dame’s Rocket \nSaturday\, May 14\, 9 am -12 pm \nVolunteers will work to hand-pull invasive garlic mustard and dame’s rocket plants to help protect the dwarf trout lily that makes its home at the nature center. On behalf of River Bend Nature Center\, Great River Greening is hosting a series of restoration events throughout early 2022. The management of invasive species\, accomplished by dedicated volunteers\, helps to enhance and protect the dwarf trout lily habitat\, the surrounding big woods habitat\, and increase biodiversity. \nThese are family-friendly events. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary\, we will provide the tools and training required. \nWe will have light snacks and extra water available\, however\, please bring your own reusable water bottle and any additional snacks or lunch items you may need. \nEnsuring the safety of our volunteers is our highest priority. It is important that event participants wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and scratchy brush. We recommend dressing for the weather\, layers are key. We will hold the event rain or shine. \nOnce you have registered via GivePulse\, organizers from Great River Greening will approve your registration and you will receive confirmation. You will continue to receive event reminders as the event nears. If you have further questions\, please contact Amy at volunteer@greatrivergreening.org. If the event has reached capacity\, please add your name to the waitlist and you will be automatically registered if space becomes available.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/great-river-greening-pulling-garlic-mustard-and-dames-rocket-2
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T232430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T232430Z
UID:3872-1652878800-1652884200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Faribault High School Field Biology Internship Final Projects
DESCRIPTION:Faribault High School Field Biology Internship Final Projects \nBy Faribault High School Field Biology Internship Class\nCost: FREE\, Open to all ages.   May 18\, 6-7:30pm \nCome hear from students who participated in a year-long field biology internship class at River Bend Nature Center. Find out what projects they took on and what they learned.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/faribault-high-school-field-biology-internship-final-projects
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T225106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T225106Z
UID:3853-1653109200-1653116400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Build Your Own Pollinator Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Build Your Own Pollinator Sanctuary \nCost: $40/members\, $65/nonmembers \nSaturday\, May 21\, 10am-12pm \nPollinators are important players in our everyday lives whether we know it or not. Without them\, we wouldn’t have half the food resources we do. As more land is developed\, they lose their habitat\, but you can help! Create a sanctuary of native plants that will provide them food\, water\, and shelter and bring you everlasting beauty\, enjoyment\, and satisfaction of knowing you are doing your part in keeping these pollinators around. Join Naturalist Katy to learn how simple it can be. The program will include a presentation\, a tour of River Bend’s prairie\,  a take-home guidebook\, and a perennial plant. Pre-registration is required.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/build-your-own-pollinator-sanctuary
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220615
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220305T001239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T001239Z
UID:3886-1655060400-1655233199@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Meadowlarks (K-2nd) Pond Hoppers
DESCRIPTION:Bring lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Join the River Bend naturalist team for a summer of discovery. Experience all of your favorite camp activities while making memories\, learning new skills\, and exploring nature.  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 with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. Two weeks before the camp\, you will receive an additional reminder email. Meadowlarks are children entering Kindergarten through second grade in Fall of 2022. \nJune 13-14 Pond hoppers! \nVisit River Bend’s ponds during this two-day camp. Explore what lives in the ponds\, what they eat\, and how they survive. Go on adventures and don’t be afraid to get messy!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2nd-pond-hoppers
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220617
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220305T001508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T001508Z
UID:3888-1655233200-1655405999@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Meadowlarks (K-2nd) What's the Bzzzz on Pollinators?
DESCRIPTION:Meadowlarks-Entering Kindergarten through 2nd Grade in Fall 2022\nBring lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Join the River Bend naturalist team for a summer of discovery. Experience all of your favorite camp activities while making memories\, learning new skills\, and exploring nature.  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 with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. Two weeks before the camp\, you will receive an additional reminder email. \nJune 15-16 What’s the Bzzzz on Pollinators? \nJoin us as we discover what pollinators are and why they are important.  Where do they live?  What do they do?  How can we help?
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-meadowlarks-k-2nd-whats-the-bzzzz-on-pollinators
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T231013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T231013Z
UID:3866-1655388000-1655395200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Great River Greening- Wild Parsnip Pull
DESCRIPTION:Great River Greening- Wild Parsnip Pull \nThursday\, June 16\, 7 pm- 9 pm \nVolunteers will work to remove wild parsnip plants to help protect the dwarf trout lily that makes its home at the nature center. \nGeneral Information \nThese are family-friendly events. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary\, we will provide the tools and training required. \nWe will have light snacks and extra water available\, however\, please bring your own reusable water bottle and any additional snacks or lunch items you may need. \nEnsuring the safety of our volunteers is our highest priority. It is important that event participants wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and scratchy brush. We recommend dressing for the weather\, layers are key. We will hold the event rain or shine. \nOnce you have registered via GivePulse\, organizers from Great River Greening will approve your registration and you will receive confirmation. You will continue to receive event reminders as the event nears. If you have further questions\, please contact Amy at volunteer@greatrivergreening.org. If the event has reached capacity\, please add your name to the waitlist and you will be automatically registered if space becomes available.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/great-river-greening-wild-parsnip-pull
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220304T225209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T225209Z
UID:3855-1655991000-1655998200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Build Your Own Pollinator Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Build Your Own Pollinator Sanctuary \nCost: $40/members\, $65/nonmembers \nThursday\, June 23\, 6:30pm-8:30pm \nPollinators are important players in our everyday lives whether we know it or not. Without them\, we wouldn’t have half the food resources we do. As more land is developed\, they lose their habitat\, but you can help! Create a sanctuary of native plants that will provide them food\, water\, and shelter and bring you everlasting beauty\, enjoyment\, and satisfaction of knowing you are doing your part in keeping these pollinators around. Join Naturalist Katy to learn how simple it can be. The program will include a presentation\, a tour of River Bend’s prairie\,  a take-home guidebook\, and a perennial plant. Pre-registration is required. Masks are required inside the interpretive center.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/build-your-own-pollinator-sanctuary-2
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220629
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220305T002201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T002201Z
UID:3894-1656270000-1656442799@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Herons (3rd-5th grade) Birds of a Feather
DESCRIPTION:Herons-entering 3rd through 5th Grade in Fall 2022\nJune 27-28 Birds of A Feather \nHow do birds fly? How do they build their nests? Join us as we explore the world of birds. In addition to educational activities\, there will also be plenty of time to search for the many birds that call River Bend home. \nBring lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Join the River Bend naturalist team for a summer of discovery. Experience all of your favorite camp activities while making memories\, learning new skills\, and exploring nature.  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 with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. Two weeks before the camp\, you will receive an additional reminder email. These forms can also be found here.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-herons-3rd-5th-grade-birds-of-a-feather
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260403T175103
CREATED:20220305T002322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T002456Z
UID:3896-1656442800-1656615599@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp- Herons (3rd-5th grade) Archery Camp
DESCRIPTION:Herons-entering 3rd through 5th Grade in Fall 2022\nJune 29-30 Archery Camp \nLearn the basics of archery at River Bend Nature Center. Learners will explore the history of archery\, how humans have used archery for survival and will get to hone their skills with a bow and arrow over two days. Archery equipment is provided\, but students may bring their bow and arrow on day two of the camp if applicable. \nBring lunch and snacks needed to get through a busy day. Join the River Bend naturalist team for a summer of discovery. Experience all of your favorite camp activities while making memories\, learning new skills\, and exploring nature.  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 with an attached information packet including the River Bend liability form and health form. Two weeks before the camp\, you will receive an additional reminder email. These forms can also be found here. \n 
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/summer-camp-herons-3rd-5th-grade-archery-camp
LOCATION:MINNESOTA
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