Nature Art K-2nd Grade
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-07-14 16:00 (America/Chicago) | River Bend Nature Center, 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN, 55021
Nature Art K-2nd Grade
Monday & Tuesday, July 13th & 14th
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Let’s get inspired by nature! We will explore River Bend, create art inspired by what we find, and experiment with art materials made in nature.
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
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Forts and Fires K-2nd Grade
2026-07-15 09:00 - 2026-07-16 16:00
Forts and Fires K-2nd Grade
Wednesday& Thursday, July 15th & 16th
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Enjoy all the forest has to offer! Take a hike, build forts for you and your friends, practice lighting fires with different methods, and cook a tasty treat.
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
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Little Sprouts Free Play- Prairie Pollinators
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00
Little Sprouts Free Play- Prairie Pollinators
Cost: Free, donations appreciated.
Geared towards ages 5 and younger.
Saturday, July 18, 10:00am-12:00pm
Bring your Little Sprouts to explore self-led free play with pollinator-themed hands-on activities.
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AIOT Outdoor Sports 6th-9th Grade
2026-07-20 08:30 - 2026-07-21 16:00
AIOT Outdoor Sports 6th-9th Grade
Monday & Tuesday, July 20th &21st
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Camp Description
Join us as we enjoy outdoor sports together! Maybe it is your first time or outdoor sports are your favorite. Either way we’ll have fun! Activities may include archery, disk golf, canoeing, fishing, and climbing.
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
Register Here

AIOT Race Around River Bend 6th-9th Grade
2026-07-22 08:30 - 2026-07-23 16:00
AIOT Race Around River Bend 6th-9th Grade
Wednesday & Thursday, July 22nd & 23rd
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Ready…Set…Go! Join us for a journey around River Bend where campers will test their physical and mental skills. Outdoor-themed challenges will push teams to work together in order to cross the finish line!
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
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Annual Meeting
2026-07-23 17:00 - 19:00
Annual Meeting
Free
All RBNC members encouraged to attend
Thursday, July 23, 5:00pm-7:00pm
River Bend Members and the general public are welcome to attend our annual meeting. There will be a presentation on activities that happened over the past year. Then members will vote for new board members.
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Explorers K-2nd Grade
2026-07-27 09:00 - 2026-07-28 16:00
Explorers K-2nd Grade
Monday & Tuesday, July 27th & 28th
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Are you ready to explore River Bend? Discover the different habitats around the nature center and try to catch a glimpse of the animals that live there.
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
Register Here

Animal Camp K-2nd Grade
2026-07-29 09:00 - 2026-07-30 16:00
Animal Camp K-2nd Grade
Wednesday & Thursday, July 29th, & 30th
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Are you ready to explore River Bend? Discover the different habitats around the nature center and try to catch a glimpse of the animals that live there.
Drop-off and pick-up at the main interpretive center
If you have questions, you can call 507-332-7151 or email camp@rbnc.org
Register Here

Bagels & Birds
2026-08-01 10:00 - 11:00
Bagels & Birds
All ages. Cost: Free
Saturday, August 1, 10:00 am-11:00 am
Join 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.
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Story Time Pollinators
2026-08-01 11:00 - 12:00
Story time with a Naturalist: Pollinators
All ages. Cost: Free
Saturday, August 1, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Join a Naturalist for a fun and interactive story time all about pollinators!
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Lunch & Learn: Minnesota's Mussels
2026-08-19 12:00 - 14:00
Lunch & Learn: Minnesota’s Mussels with Andy Wendt, Nerstrand State Park Naturalist
Cost: $5/member, $10/non-member
Adult Learning, 18+
Wednesday, August 19, 12:00-2:00pm
Join Nerstrand Big Woods State Park Naturalist Andy Wendt to explore the fascinating world of Minnesota’s mussels. Discover their importance to our waters and some of the unique ways they complete their lifecycle. You will also have an opportunity to learn how you can help protect these ecosystem superstars!
Guest Speaker begins at 12:30 pm. Bring your own lunch and enjoy!
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Lunch & Learn: The National Wild Turkey Federation
2026-09-16 12:00 - 14:00
Lunch & Learn: The National Wild Turkey Federation and Restoring Wild Turkeys in Minnesota
Cost: $5/member, $10/non-member
Adult Learning, 18+
Wednesday, September 16, 12:00-2:00pm
Steve Misvaer, Regional Director NWTF and Linden Anderson, Minnesota DNR and NWTF Volunteer, will be discussing the NWTF’s past, present and future turkey restoration efforts as well as a discussion on the efforts to reintroduce wild turkeys to Minnesota over the past century. This presentation will cover both the challenges and successes, as well as the lessons learned throughout the restoration process. It will feature insights and stories from one of the individuals involved in Minnesota’s trap-and-transplant program.
Guest Speaker begins at 12:30 pm. Bring your own lunch and enjoy!
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