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Thank You Trail Volunteers
Fall is the season of change. The lush green woods of River Bend becomes a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and yellows. The warm breeze quickly turns into a brisk north wind. But, there is one thing that remains unchanged; the amount of constant enjoyment of River Bend’s trails. River Bend’s ten miles of multi-use trails are used every day. Families on their nightly stroll, pets taking their humans for their daily walk, runners, bikers, and, in a couple of short months, skiers.
Keeping the Trails Open and Accessible
No matter the time of year, the ten miles of trails at River Bend Nature Center are always in use and in need of constant upkeep for all to enjoy. River Bend would like to thank all the dedicated volunteers that do so much to keep the trails open and accessible. Clearing trails of trees and other debris after storms, picking up trash, mowing, grooming the ski trails, maintaining signage, and other maintenance items that come up. Without these dedicated volunteers, the trails would not be usable. THANK YOU!
If you are interested in getting involved with trail maintenance or other land activities please contact River Bend Nature Center. Without dedicated volunteers, River Bend would not be what it is today!
Volunteers clearing trees fallen on the trail. Contact us if you have chainsaw experience.
Trail Reminders
- Always keep your pets leashed and in control at all times for their safety and others using the trail
- Always pick up after your pet and use the garbage cans provided
- Be respectful of other trail users, as well as nature
- Please stay on designated trails • Anyone 16 years of age or older must have a MN State Ski Pass to ski on the groomed trails at River Bend Nature Center. Passes are purchased through the MN DNR.
Volunteers removing buckthorn to keep
it under control and prevent spreading
to areas sensitive habitat areas.
Volunteer Opportunity: Ski Trail Maintenance/Groomer
It is that time of year again when River Bend starts to gear up for cross-country ski season! Volunteers and staff will be working to cut back brush along the trails and preparing them for when the snow starts to fall. If you or anyone you know is interested in helping to maintain and groom the cross-country ski trails please contact River Bend. Please email smith@rbnc.org for more information.