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Bagels & Birds

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Bagels & Birds All ages. Cost: Free Saturday, January 4, 2025, 10:00 am-11:00 am Join us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching…

Free

Storytime: Wilbur the Hognose Snake

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Storytime with a Naturalist: Wilbur the Hognose Snake All ages. Cost: Free Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 am-11:30 am Come read stories about snakes, and learn about Wilbur, River Bend's…

Free

Sweet Reads Book Club

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Sweet Reads Book Club - The Quickening by Elizabeth Rush Teens and Adults. Cost: Free Saturday, January 4, 2025, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Join Ampact members Caitlin and Nick for Sweet…

Free

I love River Bend because I can see so many ecosystems in one place. Prairies, forest, wetland, they have it all!

- 5th Grade Teacher

Map of the campus of River Bend Nature Center

So Much to Explore

Right on the RBNC campus there are many opportunities for exploration! Ahead of your visit, you can:

  • Learn more about our must-see ponds
  • Plan your hike or ski using our trail maps
  • Discover the habitats and wildlife you may encounter
  • Plan an accessible route
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