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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Public Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 –  back patio of the Administration Building  \nProgram Fee: Free \nSee 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. \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-public-bird-banding-8/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T153550Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Location: North End – Wisconsin Campus 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nProgram Fee: Free admission. Cash and Checks only for vendors. \nCelebrate art and nature in the St. Croix Valley! Music\, Fine Arts\, Beautiful Scenery\, and Live Animals. Participating artists donate a portion of their proceeds to support environmental education at Carpenter Nature Center. \nLearn more about this event on the Carpenter Art Festival Event Page
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-art-festival/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250401T160224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T160224Z
UID:19119-1757145600-1757152800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-bird-hike-7/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250401T162019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T162019Z
UID:19122-1757203200-1757289599@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Autumn in the Valley Gala
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nJoin the friends and family of Carpenter Nature Center for an evening of fun for a good cause. It’s a memorable dinner\, raffle\, silent and live auction\, and is Carpenter’s most important fundraiser of the year. Funds raised from this event directly go towards supporting environmental education programs for youth\, protecting wildlife habitat in both MN and WI\, and providing nature-based recreation opportunities for the community. \nLearn more on the Autumn in the Valley Gala Event Page
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/autumn-in-the-valley-gala-5/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250825T151316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T151316Z
UID:19508-1757748600-1757764800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Tropical Wings Fall Migration Celebrtaion
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/tropical-wings-fall-migration-celebrtaion/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
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CREATED:20250401T162510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T162527Z
UID:19125-1757750400-1757757600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Rd\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-34/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T152933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T152933Z
UID:18746-1758276000-1758279600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Orchard Fun
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults. \n\n\n\nThese 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.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-orchard-fun/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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CREATED:20250401T163009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T163009Z
UID:19129-1758875400-1758888000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Public Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 –  back patio of the Administration Building  \nProgram Fee: Free \nSee 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. \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-public-bird-banding/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250401T164109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T164143Z
UID:19132-1758970800-1758981600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Raptor Release
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: Free admission\, cash and check for vendors. \nJoin Carpenter Nature Center and The Raptor Center of the University of Minnesota as they release rehabilitated raptors at CNC. Event includes hay wagon tours\, kids activities\, raptors on display\, and a variety of education booths from area environmental organizations. \nLearn more about on the Raptor Release Event Page
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-raptor-release-3/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250401T164803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T164803Z
UID:19135-1759046400-1759068000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Hawk Watch
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: Free \nJoin Carpenter Nature Center and the Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union host the 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. \nBinoculars available upon request. \nFor more information\, please call 651-437-4359.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-hawk-watch/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T155929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T155929Z
UID:19138-1759564800-1759572000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-bird-hike-8/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T160330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160628Z
UID:19141-1760140800-1760313599@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: Free admission\, cash or card for vendors. \nCelebrate the harvest at Carpenter Nature Center’s annual Apple Festival! This event is held rain (or snow) or shine. \nEnjoy 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! \nLearn more on the Apple Festival Event Page.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-apple-festival-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T161220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T161220Z
UID:19144-1760169600-1760176800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: North End – Wisconsin Campus 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-35/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/efb5fef6-d169-3d60-ae90-554aa036ae03.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250930T204221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T140649Z
UID:19568-1760644800-1760652000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:*FULL* Minnesota Campus Saw-whet Owl Banding
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS FULL AND NO LONGER ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS \nSPACE IS LIMITED AND PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Call 651-437-4359 to reserve your spot. \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail South\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nLearn 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. \nNote: This year is expected to have lower than usual migration activity in our area. There is no guarantee that an owl will be sighted during the program. \n*All banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL. \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/saw-whet-owl-banding-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T161358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T161358Z
UID:19150-1761294600-1761307200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Public Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 –  back patio of the Administration Building  \nProgram Fee: Free \nSee 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. \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-public-bird-banding-9/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2013-5-1-Can-174-Carpenters-040-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T153910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T193530Z
UID:18762-1761732000-1761735600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Costumes and Critters
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Register here tinyurl.com/WI-Oct-Storytime \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nThese 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. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-preschool-story-time-costumes-and-critters/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T154038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T213553Z
UID:18766-1761904800-1761908400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:(FULL) Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Costumes and Critters
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS FULL AND NO LONGER ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS. \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nThese 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.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-costumes-and-critters/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Andrew-by-Sue-Plankis-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T163621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T163621Z
UID:19153-1761987600-1761994800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own. \n*time change*
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-bird-hike-9/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/untitled-1-of-1-129-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20240826T223747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T213729Z
UID:18115-1762459200-1762466400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:(FULL) - Wisconsin Campus Saw-whet Owl Banding
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL \nSPACE IS LIMITED AND PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Call 651-437-4359 to reserve your spot. \nLocation: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center – 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nLearn 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. \nNote: This year is expected to have lower than usual migration activity in our area. There is no guarantee that an owl will be sighted during the program. \n*All banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/saw-whet-owl-banding-2/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Picture1owl.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T163911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T163911Z
UID:19156-1762592400-1762599600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Rd\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-36/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T153142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T213925Z
UID:18749-1762941600-1762945200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Pigeon Party
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Click Here to Register \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nThese 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. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-preschool-story-time-pigeon-party/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Andrew-by-Sue-Plankis-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T153307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T214140Z
UID:18752-1763114400-1763118000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Pigeon Party
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Click Here to Register \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nThese 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.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-pigeon-party/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250402T164440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T164440Z
UID:19159-1764318600-1764331200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Public Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 –  back patio of the Administration Building  \nProgram Fee: Free \nSee 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. \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey’s BBL.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-public-bird-banding-10/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250915T202821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T210134Z
UID:19536-1765026000-1765031400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Holiday Decor Making
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration and payment required – Call 651-437-4359 ext. 103 or register HERE \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $40 per person. \nJoin 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.  \nGloves and pruning shears are provided\, but bring your own if you prefer. \nNo refunds if you cancel on or after Dec. 1st.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-holiday-decor-making-4/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20251107T212043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T212043Z
UID:19769-1765098000-1765105200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-bird-hike-8-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20251110T151239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T143129Z
UID:19773-1765616400-1765623600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:*CANCELED* Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Canceled Due to Weather\nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 ext. 0 \nLocation: North End – Wisconsin Campus 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-35-2/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T153420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T194214Z
UID:18755-1765965600-1765969200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Gifts for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – REGISTER HERE \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nThese 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. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-preschool-story-time-gifts-for-wildlife/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20250205T153521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T152312Z
UID:18758-1766138400-1766142000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Gifts for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Register Here \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nThese 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.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-gifts-for-wildlife/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20251204T194902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T204335Z
UID:19899-1767430800-1767438000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Pre-registration required. Register Online \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 per person or FREE for ‘Friends of CNC\,’ SCVBC and students. \n  \nLearn to identify birds with local experts. Binoculars and field guides available or bring your own.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-bird-hike-8-2-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130535
CREATED:20251119T205841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T170554Z
UID:19818-1767894300-1767902400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Owls & Ales - FULL
DESCRIPTION:This program is now FULL. If you would like to be added to the waitlist for the Jan 8th event\, please call 651-437-4359 ext. 0\nThere is still space available in the February 12th and March 12th event dates. Please click HERE for the registration link. \nMust be 21 years of age or older to participate. \nProgram Fee: \n$25 / Person for General Admission \n$15 / Person for ‘Friends of CNC’ \n$10 / Person for Frosty Forty-five Participants \nEnjoy an after-hours hike in the scenic St. Croix River valley at Carpenter Nature Center. After our eyes adjust\, we will head out on the trail to watch and listen for some of Minnesota’s native owl species. This portion of the event is outdoors; please dress for the weather. We will be hiking a short distance on a paved trail\, but weather conditions can make the trail icy. You are welcome to bring Yak Traks or trekking poles if desired. We will also stop in the Visitor Center after the hike to meet CNC’s ambassador owl. \nOnce we wrap up at Carpenter\, you will drive the short distance to Spiral Brewery. The staff at Spiral will lead us through a guided tour of the flagship flavors and styles of their beers on tap at the moment in the taproom. The tasting includes a beer flight for each participant and a staff-led discussion around each beer sample. Enjoy the atmosphere of the bright and fun taproom while you learn about the history of Spiral Brewery and its beer. This experience will take approximately 45 minutes\, with the option to stay for another beer you can purchase on your own! Cheers! \nProgram fee includes a hike and 1 beer flight\, and guided tasting.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/owls-ales/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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