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  • Bagels & Birds

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

    Bagels & Birds All ages. Cost: Free Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10:00 am-11:00 am Join us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while…

    Free

  • Storytime: Winter Weather

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

    Storytime with a Naturalist: Winter Weather All ages. Cost: Free Saturday, December 6, 11:00 am-12:00 pm Cozy up in kid's corner as you listen to stories about winter weather, read by…

    Free

  • Natural Fiber Weaving Workshop

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

    Natural Fiber Weaving Workshop Ages 10+. Cost: Free Saturday, December 6, 12:00 pm-3:00 pm In this 3 hour workshop learn the heritage craft of willow weaving to craft a tension…

    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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