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2009 Events

Nov 10 Nature Journaling Workshop 10am - 3pm. Free
Dec.  10   Christmas on the Prairie, 3-7 pm Join the Prairie Science Class and celebrate the season with activities and fun for the whole family. FREE

  2010 Events

Jan 28 Nature Journaling Workshop 10am - 3pm. Free
March 27 Marsh Madness, 12 – 4 pm FREE Discover the wonders of wetlands and the magic of marshes through a variety of family activities. 
April 15 Nature Journaling Workshop 10am - 3pm. Free
Apr 16 Prairie Chicken Adventure Workshops. Call for Information
Apr 21 Bird Walk, 6 pm FREE Guided walk with experienced birder. Meet at PWLC.
April 28

Bird Walk - Meet at PWLC 6:00 am

May 5

Bird Walk - Meet at PWLC 6:00 am

May 12

Bird Walk - Meet at PWLC 6:00 am

May 19

Bird Walk - Meet at PWLC 6:00 am

May 26  

Bird Walk - Meet at PWLC 8:00 pm - Night birds

June 8, 22 Nature Tots, 10 am - 11 am FREE Children ages 4-5 and parents (or grandparents) will love these nature themed mornings that include an outdoor activity and craft. Call ahead, space is limited.    
June 10, 24 Summer Nature Programs- K-2nd Grade: 10 am-11:30 am Grades 3-5: 1 pm – 3 pm.same topics as Nature Tots. Call to register. FREE
June 19 Saturday Showcase Open House - Wetlands 9am - 3pm. Free
June 23 - 24 Nature Journaling Workshop. 8am - 4:30pm daily. Call for information

July 6, 20

Nature Tots, 10 am - 11 am FREE Children ages 4-5 and parents (or grandparents) will love these nature themed mornings that include an outdoor activity and craft. Call ahead, space is limited.    
July 8, 22 Summer Nature Programs- K-2nd Grade: 10 am-11:30 am Grades 3-5: 1 pm – 3 pm.same topics as Nature Tots. Call to register. FREE
July 12 - 16 Summer Explorers Biology Camp
July 17

Saturday Showcase Open House - Wildflowers 9am - 3pm Free

July 30 - 31 Moths at Midnight and Damsels & Dragons Workshop. Call for Information.
Aug 3, 17 Nature Tots, 10 am - 11 am FREE Children ages 4-5 and parents (or grandparents) will love these nature themed mornings that include an outdoor activity and craft. Call ahead, space is limited.  
August 5, 19   Summer Nature Programs- K-2nd Grade: 10 am-11:30 am Grades 3-5: 1 pm – 3 pm.same topics as Nature Tots. Call to register. FREE
August 8-14 Minnesota Waterfowl Association Woodie Camp
August 16 Monarch Tagging Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm. Walk in.
August 21     Return to Prairie Day 12 noon - 4pm. Free
September 25 National Public Lands Day. Call for Information.
October 16 National Wildlife Refuge Week Celebration,12-4 pm Celebrate wildlife with games, walks and outdoor activities that explore the prairie and wetlands. FREE
December TBA Christmas on the Prairie, 3-7 pm Join the Prairie Science Class and celebrate the season with activities and fun for the whole family. FREE

 

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last updated: October 17, 2009