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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \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 lieu of a program fee. \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-bird-banding-7/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T080000
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SUMMARY:Sparrow Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join birding expert Ben Douglas on a guided walk focusing on finding sparrows and their allies during spring migration. Learn tips and tricks that can help identify the different species\, as well as other birds by sight and sound. \nThe majority of the program will be outdoors. Please dress for the weather. We recommend you bring binoculars\, however rentals are available at the Visitor Center. \nProgram Fee: This program is FREE\, however donations are always appreciated! \nRegistration: Click here to Register Online. \n  \nPhoto by Cephas.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-sparrow-walk/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T190331Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Planting Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor day by planting a tree! We will be planting 250 native trees and shrubs as a part of our ongoing habitat restoration projects. All ages are welcome! Shovels and gloves available\, or bring your own. Come dressed for the weather and with sturdy footwear and a water bottle. No registration required. Stay for the whole day or drop in when you can.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-planting-party/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240416T180336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T180425Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Identification Potluck - Online Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online ZOOM presentation – Link sent upon registration \nBirding is easy…except when it’s not! Having trouble telling apart flycatchers? Is that a female House Finch or a female Purple Finch at your feeders? Uh oh\, you’re looking at a dowitcher…in early May?? \nFresh from the 2024 Spring Primer\, Bob Dunlap is back as your host for a full hour of Identification Challenge Potluck. Whether you just picked up binoculars for the first time\, or finally found your 200th species in Norman County\, there’s a place for you at the table. BYOBC (Bring your own birding challenge) as we learn tips and tricks to help identify the amazing bird species found in Minnesota. Bob will use online resources\, including the Macauley Library\, to compare and contrast some of our trickiest species. \nRegistration: Click here to Register Online. This is an interactive session and will not be recorded.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/bird-identification-potluck-online-zoom-presentation/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T151527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T151527Z
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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-28/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240306T180922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T184549Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews: Spiral Taproom Takeover!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in downtown Hastings at Spiral Brewery for a day of birds and brews! Catch the spring migration with local birding experts and test your eagle eyes with spotting scopes and binoculars on the Brewery Rooftop. In the family-friendly taproom\, learn more about CNC and get up close to some of Carpenter’s live raptor ambassadors. The best part is that a portion of every beverage sold will be donated back to Carpenter Nature Center! \n\nThere is no registration required for this event. Stop by and spend time with friends\, both feathered and not!  \nThis is also the official stop and after-party of the Birds & Bison Bike Tour! Learn more about this FREE event head to Bike Tours – Visit Hastings MN \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/birds-brews-spiral-taproom-takeover/
LOCATION:Spiral Brewery\, 111 2nd St E\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T223758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T205056Z
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SUMMARY:Nature's Laboratory Foraging Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 4\, 2024 from 1pm-3pm\nCarpenter Nature Center – MN Campus\n12805 Saint Croix Trail S\, Hastings\, MN 55033\nPresentations & Hike: $15/person\nOptional Make & Take Class Add-On $20/person\n  \nPresentations: 1 – 2 PM\n“Heritage Highlight: Nature’s Laboratory” will bring the community together to learn about foraging\, herbal medicine\, and traditional ethnobotany from Master Alchemist\, Heather\nMashuga and The Friendly Forager\, Tanna Worrell. Our teachers will have a variety of their products available for purchase. Hear about the Heritage Area and Carpenter Nature Center’s programs. \nEnjoy refreshments and a delicious tea made from locally foraged ingredients. \n  \nOptional Add-On: Make & Take Class: 3 – 4 PM\nHerbalist Heather Mashuga is offering an optional Make & Take class after the program for those who want to try their hand at making herbal tinctures! Make and Take class is optional and must be added at registration. \n  \nRegistration: \nRegistration is required for this event. Register online by clicking the link  – Carpenter Nature Center · Heritage Highlight: Nature’s Laboratory Foraging Workshop (lglforms.com) \nYou must select BOTH the hike and optional ‘make and take’ class at registration if you plan to attend the entire workshop. \nFor questions\, please contact Abbey at 651-437-4359 or at Abbey@carpenternaturecenter.org \nThis event is offered in partnership with North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area\, Master Alchemist Heather Mashuga\, and The Friendly Forager Tanna Worrell. \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/natures-laboratory-foraging-workshop/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240218T192516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T162935Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Wings of Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\nLocated at the Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center on the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus | 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \nADVANCED REGISTRATION FOR BIRD HIKES IS REQUIRED – Click here to Register Online! \nSelect from one of the following hike options during registration: \n\n6:00 AM – Noon | Full Morning Hike | Led by Brian Collins\n\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. This hike is designed for adult birders of any skill level that are looking for an extended birding experience.\n\n\n8:00 – 10:00 AM | Adult Learners Hike | Led by representatives from Tropical Wings and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club\n\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. This hike is designed for adult birders of any skill level that are looking for an informative and casual birding experience.\n\n\n8:00 AM – TBD | Family-friendly Hike | Led by representatives from Tropical Wings and the St. Croix Valley Bird Club\n\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. This 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 specific needs of the learners in each group.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-wings-of-spring-festival/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T152403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T152403Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 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. \n**apart of the Wings of Spring Event
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-27/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240412T154258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T160808Z
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SUMMARY:Birdie Big Year: Elevating Women Birders with Tiffany Kersten
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tiffany Kersten\, 2021 Big Year record holder and professional bird guide. \nTiffany Kersten didn’t set out to do a Big Year\, but after a series of unanticipated and serendipitous events\, she suddenly found herself amidst one. As a sexual assault survivor\, she spent 2021 traveling to all corners of the Lower 48 States\, tallying birds and gifting personal safety alarms to women she met along the way. Her goal was to see 700 species\, and to raise awareness of women’s safety in the outdoors. She ended up surpassing her goal and setting a new record\, of 726 species. In her presentation\, Tiffany will lead us through the fear\, empowerment\, struggles\, and healing that all played vital roles in the personal growth she experienced on this wild adventure. \n  \nProgram Fee: This program is FREE\, thanks to sponsorship from the Saint Paul Audubon Society and Wild River Audubon Society. However\, SPACE IS LIMITED AND PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nRegistration: Click here to Register Online. \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/birdie-big-year-elevating-women-birders-with-tiffany-kersten/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T160015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T160015Z
UID:17728-1716372000-1716375600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Welcome Back Birds
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults. \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. Call ahead to register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-preschool-story-time-welcome-back-birds/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T155702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T155702Z
UID:17724-1716544800-1716548400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Welcome Back Birds
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. \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. Call ahead to register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-welcome-back-birds/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T160546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T133629Z
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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-6/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T151831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T151831Z
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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-29/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T161132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T161132Z
UID:17734-1717581600-1717585200@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Terrific Toads
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults. \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-terrific-toads/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T161336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T161336Z
UID:17738-1717754400-1717758000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Terrific Toads
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-terrific-toads/
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:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T153400Z
UID:17721-1717833600-1717840800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 300 East 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-28/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240409T161636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T133715Z
UID:17741-1719563400-1719576000@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-7/
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:20240706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T182300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T182300Z
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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-30/
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:20240713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T182831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T182831Z
UID:17825-1720857600-1720864800@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-30/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T193010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T193010Z
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SUMMARY:St. Croix Scramble Golf Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Visit our event page for more information! \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/st-croix-scramble-golf-tournament-3-2/
LOCATION:Hastings Golf Club\, 2015 Westview Drive\, Hastings\, 55033
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T183233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T183233Z
UID:17832-1721815200-1721818800@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Summer Fun
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nProgram Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults. \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-terrific-toads-2/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T183753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T133743Z
UID:17845-1721982600-1721995200@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-7-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T183428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T183428Z
UID:17835-1721988000-1721991600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Summer 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-terrific-toads-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:20240726T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240419T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T153841Z
UID:17803-1722006000-1722081600@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:BioBlitz - MN Campus
DESCRIPTION:Programs start at 3pm Friday\, July 26\, and run until noon on Saturday\, July 27. \nLearn from bird\, reptile\, amphibian\, invertebrate\, and plant experts in a fun day of citizen science. Join us at the Minnesota Campus and help inventory teams in restored prairies\, riparian habitats\, and wooded bluff lands to discover and document plant and animal species. All ages are welcome! \nProgram Fee: This program is FREE\, however donations are always appreciated! \nRegistration:  Registration is not required but highly suggested. Click HERE to Register Online.  \nSchedule of Events:\nFriday\, July 26 \n\n3:00 – 5:00 p.m.   Dragonflies & Damselflies w/ Jeff Fischer.\n\nThe program will be indoors\, before heading outdoors at 4 p.m. to catch\, identify and release dragonflies and damselflies.\n\n\n\n\n5:00 – 6:00 p.m.  Frogs & Wetlands w/ Chris Smith.\n\nExplore the CNC wetland as we identify frogs by site and sound.\n\n\n\n\n6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  Plant Hike w/ Jyneen Thatcher.\n\nLook high and low for the incredible plants in the woods of CNC.\n\n\n\n\n8:00 – 10:00 p.m.  Moths w/ Dr. Kevyn Juneau.\n\nThis program will start with an introduction indoors\, then the group will head outside to trap\, identify and release moths.\n\n\n\n\n9:00 – 10:00 p.m.   Fungi under black lights w/ John Jonas\n\nExplore the electric world of fungi  with the help of black lights.\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 27 \n\n4:45 a.m.   “OMG it’s early Bird Survey” w/ Ben Douglas.\n\nThe team will get up before civil sunrise to survey birds.\n\n\n\n\n9:00 – 10:00 a.m  Prairie Plant Hike w/ Alex Bouthilet\n\nExplore CNC’s large restored prairie while “nerding out” with native plants.\n\n\n\n\n10:00 – 11:00 a.m  Butterfly Survey w/ Dr. Kevyn Juneau\n\nCheck the traps set Friday night for invertebrates while keeping your eyes peeled for butterflies!\n\n\n\n\n10:00 – 11:30 a.m   St. Croix River Walk with Dwight Smith\n\nHike down to the St. Croix River in search of plants\, turtles\, birds\, and all things St. Croix!\n\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m – noon  Species tally and wrap up celebration\n\nHelp experts tally and confirm the plant and animal species found.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/bioblitz/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T182515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T182515Z
UID:17818-1722672000-1722679200@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-31/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240610T193556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T195001Z
UID:17974-1722677400-1722695400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Inspiration from the Wild Side: Nature Journaling Class
DESCRIPTION:Inspiration from the Wild Side \nPlease join Nature Sketchbook artist Pam Luer\, pamluer.com\, and Lynette Anderson\, Interpretive Naturalist for a day of intimate exploration and observation at the beautiful Wisconsin Campus of Carpenter Nature Center\, in Hudson WI. Through guided sketching\, writing prose\, or poetry\, we will be inspired by nature and find a deeper\, more holistic understanding of place and personal exploration. With the trails and prairie as our classroom\, please join us for a reflective day while connecting to the natural world through art and journaling. This workshop is for adults and is limited to 10 participants. \nSmall journal\, pencil\, watercolor pencils\, and water brushes will be provided. If you have other materials you like to work with\, please bring them. Also\, don’t forget to bring: \nLunch – bring a bag lunch for a picnic-style break\, \nportable seating to work in the field\, not a classroom – please note there are council circles and benches so portable seating is your choice\, \nbug spray\, sunscreen\, water bottle\, curious minds and open hearts. \nAll levels of experience welcome – we will be OUTSIDE (weather permitting)\, and on the move. \nCost is $20 per person \nRegistration and prepayment are required. Click HERE to register now.  \nPlease call 651-437-4359 with any questions.  \n 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/inspiration-from-the-wild-side-nature-journaling-class/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T182702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T182940Z
UID:17822-1723276800-1723284000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 300 East 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-29/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240421T194233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T194233Z
UID:17858-1723888800-1723914000@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Carpenter Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the CNC Wisconsin Campus for the 8th annual art festival. It will feature more than 50 nature-oriented artists and vendors producing jewelry\, ceramics\, photography\, sculptures\, dried gourds and more. \nParticipating artists donate a portion of their sales from the event to support the environmental educational programs at the Carpenter Nature Center. \nLocal vendors from the Hudson area will be at the festival providing various food and drinks. \nLocated at the CNC Wisconsin Campus: 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI. \nVisit our event page for more information!
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/carpenter-art-festival-3-2/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152527
CREATED:20240507T203150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T153215Z
UID:17925-1723896000-1723910400@carpenternaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Buzzin' Backyards: The Art of Bringing Nature to Your Door
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nLocated at the Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center on the Carpenter Nature Center Wisconsin Campus | 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson WI\, 54016 \n  \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nSpeakers and Presentations \n12:30—1:00  PM  Native Garden Designs with Angie Hong \n1:30—2:00   PM  Native Pollinators with Margot Monson \n2:30—3:00  PM  UWRF Native Habitat and Soil Health Research Summary with Dr. Kevyn Juneau \n3:30—4:00  PM  Lawns to Gardens with Organic Bob \n  \nActivities and Booths  \n12:00—4:00 PM  Organization Booths and Table Talks in Atrium \n12:00—4:00 PM  Planting Party with Gladi Sippel \n1:00—2:00   PM  Monarch Tagging with Abbey Holden \n2:00— 2:30 PM  Pollinator Hike with Margot Monson \n3:00—3:30  PM  Bird Hike with Tropical Wings \n  \nBe sure to Stop by the Art Festival between 10 AM – 5 PM
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/buzzin-backyards-the-art-of-bringing-nature-to-your-door/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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