Carpenter Nature Center

Minnesota Campus Public Bird Banding
2024-12-27 08:30 - 12:00, 2024-11-29 08:30 - 12:00, 2024-10-25 08:30 - 12:00, 2024-09-27 08:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-23 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 – back patio of the Administration Building
Program Fee: Free
See birds up close and watch the experts band birds at CNC. Banding runs continuously, so come and go as you please. Donations of bird seed and suet are appreciated in place of a program fee. In case of inclement weather such as heavy rain or snow banding may be canceled.
All banding, marking, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.

Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
2024-12-14 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-12 08:00 - 10:00 | North End – Wisconsin Campus, 300 East Cove Road, Hudson, 54016
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359
Location: North End – 300 East Cove Road
Learn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own. Program Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC,’ SCVBC and students.

Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Winter is Coming
2024-12-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033
Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults.

These programs introduce children ages 2-5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to stories, spend time outdoors, make a craft and meet CNC’s live animals. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Winter is Coming
2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359
Location: 279 South Cove Rd., Hudson, WI 54016
Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults.
These programs introduce children ages 2-5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to stories, spend time outdoors, make a craft and meet CNC’s live animals. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wisconsin Campus Holiday Décor Making *FULL*
2024-12-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
This program is full
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 to be added to the waitlist
Location: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Rd, Hudson, WI 54016
Program Fee: $35 per person
Join CNC Director of Education & Visitor Services, Sarah Germscheid, to create a one-of-a-kind holiday home décor piece (Spruce tip container). Please dress for the weather as a portion of the program participants will go on a short hike to collect material. Registration fee includes plastic planter, spruce and pine branches, red dogwood branches, birch branches and a few decorative accent pieces. Gloves and pruning shears are provided, but bring your own if you prefer.

Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
2024-12-07 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-11-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-05 08:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033
Program Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC,’ SCVBC and students.
Learn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.

Wilderness First Aid
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Prepare for the unexpected with this engaging, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine, taught over two days. This is a great course for anyone who recreates outdoors whether you are family camping, scouting, solo or with a group of friends. People of all experience levels will learn Wilderness First Aid, Adult + Pediatric CPR/AED, and patient assessment through hands-on learning. At the end of the course, you will know to to provide effective first-aid treatment for injuries and illnesses common outdoors and how to make evacuation decisions when medical help may be hours or days away.
Class times for both days. You must attend both days to be certified.
SATURDAY, NOV 23 | 8:30AM – 6:00PM
SUNDAY, NOV 24 | 8:30AM – 6:00PM
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

GOOD TO KNOW
Class is 20 hours over two days, which includes meal breaks.
This class is hands-on. You’ll be touching other people and in close proximity of others. Masks are optional. Instruction will be provided through lecture and skills practice. We will be both indoors and outdoors (weather depending). You may need to stand, lift, lay down or kneel. Please reach out and let us know how we can accommodate your needs. All class materials are provided.
Have your CPR/AED certification but only need the WFA portion? No problem. Please contact us for details on attending the WFA portion of the course.
Important: Your certification will be based on attendance, class participation and demonstration of your understanding of the material. You will receive the certificate 2-5 business days after class. The certificate is good for 2 years. This course is for ages 18+.
LOCATION
This class will be held at the Carpenter Nature Center WISCONSIN CAMPUS.
INSTRUCTOR
This course is taught by Red Cross Instructor, Pam Wright. She has over 25 years of experience adventuring outdoors. When she’s not teaching, she works as a wilderness guide in northern Minnesota taking people on remote canoe trips. She also enjoys backpacking, trail running and winter camping.

Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Turkey Time
2024-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States

Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Turkey Time
2024-11-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States

Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
2024-11-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359
Location: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Rd, Hudson, WI 54016
Learn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own. Program Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC,’ SCVBC and students.

*CANCELED* Minnesota Campus Saw-whet Owl Banding
2024-10-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
THIS PROGRAM IS HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail South, Hastings, MN 55033
Learn about the migration patterns of Northern Saw-whet Owls. Join our researchers as they venture out to band some of our native owls. This program is weather dependent. Program fee: FREE.
*All banding, marking, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.

Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Costumes & Critters
2024-10-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States

Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Costumes & Critters
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States

Minnesota Campus Apple Festival
2024-10-12 - 2024-10-13 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033
Celebrate the harvest at Carpenter Nature Center’s annual Apple Festival! This event is free and is held rain (or snow) or shine.
Enjoy pick-your-own apples, hayrides (weather permitting), cider-making demonstrations, live music, live animal programs, children’s activities, apple brats grilled by the Hastings Lions, baked goods, and more! Learn about the animals of the St. Croix River Valley in our Visitor Center, and take a hike with your family on the trails!

Minnesota Campus Migratory Bird Count and Hawk Watch
2024-09-29 08:00 - 14:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
FREE PROGRAM FOR BIRDERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES
Carpenter Nature Center and the Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union host the 8th Annual Migratory Bird Count and Hawk Watch!
Each fall, thousands of raptors and other birds fly south to their wintering grounds in the southern U.S. and beyond. Our friendly team of spotters will be counting migrants including raptors, songbirds, gulls, and other southbound birds. Come ask questions, check in on the count totals, or participate in the count.
Location: CNC Minnesota Campus | 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033
Binoculars available upon request.
For more information, please call 651-437-4359.

Minnesota Campus Raptor Release
2024-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Join Carpenter Nature Center and The Raptor Center of the University of Minnesota as they release rehabilitated bird of prey. Event includes hay wagon rides (weather permitting), kids activities, raptors on display, and a variety of education booths from area environmental organizations. This FREE event is enjoyed by all ages. Dogs are not allowed.
More information can be found on our event webpage.

Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Orchard Fun
2024-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States

Tropical Wings Fall Migration Celebration Featuring Big Year Keynote Presentation
2024-09-14 07:00 - 12:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States

Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Whacky Worms
2024-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus, 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN, 55033, United States

Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Whacky Worms
2024-08-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States

Buzzin' Backyards: The Art of Bringing Nature to Your Door
2024-08-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center, 279 South Cove Road, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Buzzing for information on everything pollinators? Join us for the Buzzin’ Backyards native plant and pollinator festival. This FREE event runs 12-4 PM and will feature local organizations, speakers, and activities for all ages highlighting our native plant and pollinator communities.
Located at the Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center on the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus | 279 South Cove Road, Hudson WI, 54016

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Speakers and Presentations
12:30—1:00 PM Native Garden Designs with Angie Hong
1:30—2:00 PM Native Pollinators with Margot Monson
2:30—3:00 PM UWRF Native Habitat and Soil Health Research Summary with Dr. Kevyn Juneau
3:30—4:00 PM Lawns to Gardens with Organic Bob

Activities and Booths
12:00—4:00 PM Organization Booths and Table Talks in Atrium
12:00—4:00 PM Planting Party with Gladi Sippel
1:00—2:00 PM Monarch Tagging with Abbey Holden
2:00— 2:30 PM Pollinator Hike with Margot Monson
3:00—3:30 PM Bird Hike with Tropical Wings

Be sure to Stop by the Art Festival between 10 AM – 5 PM
