Join CNC Big Year co-host Ben Douglas as we track migrating bird species at the MN Campus. Learn to identify birds in flight by both sight and call. Program Fee: FREE, however donations are appreciated. Register online, or call 651-437-4359 ext. 0 to let us know you are coming.
THIS PROGRAM IS FULL Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register and pay online HERE. Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Welcome spring by joining the CNC staff in making maple syrup. Hike to the “sugarbush” to learn about the structure and function of trees, tap maple trees, watch the process of […]
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register online by following the link HERE. Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Join CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends for a hands-on pruning workshop in the CNC orchard. Pruning techniques will be briefly covered indoors, then participants will move outside to the orchard to try their hands […]
THIS PROGRAM IS FULL Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 Welcome spring by joining the CNC staff in making maple syrup. Hike to the “sugarbush” to learn about the structure and function of trees, tap maple trees, watch the process of turning sap into syrup, and sample […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELD DUE TO UNFAVORABLE WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND RESCHEDULED FOR APRIL 11. Click here for April 11 Program Info. Visit CNC’s Minnesota Campus to learn about the world of the American Woodcock. CNC Executive Director, Jennifer Vieth, along with CNC Big Year cohost Bend Douglas will share fascinating details about the […]
Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 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 lieu of a program fee. All banding, marking, and sampling is being conducted under a federally […]
Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 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.
Location: Online ZOOM presentation – Link sent upon registration Co-hosted by the Minnesota Ornithologists' Union and Carpenter Nature Center Learn about Minnesota birds from the comfort of your home! Join MOU and CNC online for presentations from regional bird experts, passionate birders, and educators. Presentations are 20-25 minutes each with 5-10 minutes of Q&A. Pre-registration for […]
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 […]
Pre-registration required - Call 651-437-4359 Location: 279 South Cove Rd., Hudson, WI 54016 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. Call ahead to register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program Fee: $6 […]