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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Wilderness First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Pre-registration required – Click Here to Register Online \nLocation: CNC’s Trailside Lodge\, 12355 St. Croix Trail\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nPrepare for the unexpected with this engaging\, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine\, taught over two or two and a half days. If you like to take short trips relatively close to medical resources\, work at wilderness camps\, enjoy weekend family outdoor activities\, or recreate outdoors\, this course is for you. \nClass times for both days. You must attend both days to be certified. Class is 16 hours over two days. \nSaturday\, May 9th – Sunday\, May 10th \nINSTRUCTOR\nThis course is taught by NOLS
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-2-2-2/
LOCATION:CNC Trailside Lodge\, 12355 St. Croix Trail South\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Wings of Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:Location: Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center on the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus | 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nProgram Fee: FREE to attend | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nJoin Carpenter Nature Center\, Tropical Wings\, and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club for a morning of birding! \n\nGuided hikes for birders of all skill levels\nBird banding demonstrations\nActivities include birding 101\, kids crafts\, native planting for birds\, preventing window strikes\, and more!\nSample and learn about bird-friendly coffee\n\n  \nGuided Hike Information \nFull Morning Hike\, led by Brian Collins |6:00 AM – Noon \nThis hike is designed for adult birders of any skill level that are looking for an extended birding experience \nPlease note: The meeting place for this hike is on the north end of the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus at 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson \nAdult Learners Hike\, led by Tropical Wings and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club | 8:00 – 10:00 AM \nThis hike is designed for adult birders of any skill level that are looking for an informative and casual birding experience \nPlease note: The meeting place for this hike is at the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center at 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson. \nFamily Friendly Hike\, led by Tropical Wings and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club | 8:00 – TBD \nThis hike is designed for birders of all ages and skill levels. The educational content and length of the hike will be determined by hike leaders based on the specifc needs of the learners in each group. \nPlease note: The meeting place for this hike is at the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center at 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-wings-of-spring-festival-2/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T120000
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CREATED:20260317T170938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T170938Z
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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-10-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260226T173949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T164455Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Skills Workshop: Tractor and Equipment Safety
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 – Interpretive Center \nProgram Fee: $5 per person \nSession 1: 9:00am – noon / 7-13 year olds \nSession 2: 1:00 – 4:00 pm / 14-21 year olds \nJoin CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends to learn about the safe use of tractors and agricultural equipment. Major safety topics will be discussed. Safe-use will be demonstrated and practiced on actual equipment in the CNC orchard. Age appropriate agricultural tasks using tractors and equipment will be covered. Note: This course does not certify participants to operate tractors or equipment. Participants under 14 years of age will not be operating tractors over 20hp. \nThanks to generous funding from the CHS Foundation\, Carpenter Nature Center is excited to launch a new Sustainable Agriculture & Orchard Skills Series for Youth. This hands-on workshop series invites youth to explore real-world agricultural experiences and build practical skills in orchard management\, sustainability\, and land stewardship.  \nOther dates & topics in this series include: \n\nMay 2 – Apple Tree Planting & Grafting\nJune 27 – Sustainable Agriculture\nOctober 18 – Apple Production & Harvest
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-apple-tree-planting-and-grafting-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T100000
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CREATED:20260317T164029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164029Z
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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-8-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T155225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T155225Z
UID:20506-1781085600-1781089200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Awesome Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Register Online 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-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T154612Z
UID:20494-1781258400-1781262000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Awesome Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required –  Register Online Here \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 or $3 for ‘Friends of CNC’ \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-3-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T164201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164213Z
UID:20529-1781337600-1781344800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Register Online Here \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-35-2-3-3-2/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T171010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T171010Z
UID:20542-1782462600-1782475200@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-10-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260226T175002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T202416Z
UID:20346-1782550800-1782572400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Youth Skills Workshop: Sustainable Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 – Interpretive Center \nProgram Fee: $5 per person \nJoin CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends to learn about the sustainable agriculture methods in use at Carpenter\, and how agriculture on a broader scale can fit into a healthy ecosystem while still providing essential nourishment for people. Topics covered will include Integrated Pest Management\, soil\, and water health. Youth ages 12 – 19 yrs. \nThanks to generous funding from the CHS Foundation\, Carpenter Nature Center is excited to launch a new Sustainable Agriculture & Orchard Skills Series for Youth. This hands-on workshop series invites youth to explore real-world agricultural experiences and build practical skills in orchard management\, sustainability\, and land stewardship.  \n\n\n\nOther dates & topics in this series include: \n\nMay 2 – Apple Tree Planting & Grafting\nMay 30 – Tractor & Equipment Safety\nOctober 18 – Apple Production & Harvest
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-sustainable-agriculture/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T164052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164052Z
UID:20523-1783152000-1783159200@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-8-2-2-2-2-2-4/
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:20260711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T164342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164438Z
UID:20533-1783756800-1783764000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Register Online Here \nLocation: North End – Al and Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South 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-35-2-3-3-3/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T155316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T155316Z
UID:20509-1784714400-1784718000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Spiders
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Register Online 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-2-2-2-2-2-3/
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:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T154659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T154659Z
UID:20497-1784887200-1784890800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Spiders
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required –  Register Online Here \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 or $3 for ‘Friends of CNC’ \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-3-2-2-4/
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:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T164118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T164118Z
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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-8-2-2-2-2-2-5/
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:20260808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T164506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T165202Z
UID:20536-1786176000-1786183200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Register Online Here \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-35-2-3-3-4/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T155358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T155418Z
UID:20512-1787133600-1787137200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Caterpillars and Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Register Online 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-2-2-2-2-2-4/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T154843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T154843Z
UID:20500-1787306400-1787310000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Caterpillars and Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required –  Register Online Here \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nProgram Fee: $5 or $3 for ‘Friends of CNC’ \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-3-2-2-5/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T171932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172004Z
UID:20548-1787392800-1787418000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Carpenter Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Location: North End – Wisconsin Campus 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nProgram Fee: Free admission \nJoin us at the CNC Wisconsin Campus for our annual art festival. It will feature nature-oriented artists and vendors producing jewelry\, ceramics\, photography\, sculptures\, dried gourds and more. \nLocal vendors from the Hudson area will be at the festival providing various food and drinks. \nFor more information\, please check out the Event Webpage Here.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-carpenter-art-festival/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260317T171042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T171042Z
UID:20545-1787905800-1787918400@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-10-2-2-2-4/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084300
CREATED:20260226T175620Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Skills Workshop: Apple Production
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 – Apple Shack \nProgram Fee: $5 per person \nJoin CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends and experience fall harvest in the Apple Orchard at CNC! Students will learn how apples are harvested and packed out to ensure top quality fruit is available to customers of the apple shack. Students will process apples not fit for fresh sale into cider and sauce to take home. Youth 12 – 19 years old. \nThanks to generous funding from the CHS Foundation\, Carpenter Nature Center is excited to launch a new Sustainable Agriculture & Orchard Skills Series for Youth. This hands-on workshop series invites youth to explore real-world agricultural experiences and build practical skills in orchard management\, sustainability\, and land stewardship.  \nOther dates & topics in this series include: \n\n\n\nMay 2 – Apple Tree Planting & Grafting\nMay 30 – Tractor & Equipment Safety\nJune 27 – Sustainable Agriculture\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-apple-production/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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