This week, support your local small businesses. Keep warm on your hike with a drink from your favorite coffee shop or order takeout from your favorite eatery as a reward for getting in your miles this week! Give your favorite local business a shot out when you post on the Frosty Forty Event Page or […]

Today is the last day to register for the Frosty Forty! There are still 6 weeks left to get in your 40 miles in celebration of Carpenter Nature Centers 40th anniversary. You can run, walk, snowshoe or cross country ski. This is a great chance to explore the trails at Carpenter's Minnesota and Wisconsin Campuses […]

This week, wear a silly costume or outfit as you checkoff your miles! Share the fun by posting a selfie on the Frosty Forty Event Page or using the hashtag #Frosty40. The silliest costumes will be featured on our main Facebook Page. Today is the last day to register for the Frosty Forty! Use our […]

Pre-registrations required. Call 651-437-4359 to reserve your start time. Monthly preschool story time programs are designed to introduce children ages 2 – 5 to nature in a fun and safe environment. Listen to a story, participate in outdoor activities and make a fun craft to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Staggered […]

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER Hike various trails on our Wisconsin campus and learn to identify birds with local experts from the St Croix Valley Bird Club. Face masks requested during check-in and when participants are closer than 6 feet. Meet at 300 East Cove Road, Hudson, WI. Program fee: $5.00 suggested donation, free for SCVBC […]

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER *Registration for this event is now FULL* If you would like to participate in more winter adventrues, check out our Full Moon Hikes one February 27 & March 28.  Celebrate Valentine's Day your family bubble or pod of friends by taking a candlelit walk on the bluffs overlooking the St. Croix […]

This week’s theme is “Keeping Tally”. Take time to slow down and appreciate nature this week by keeping a tally of something in nature as you get in your miles. Examples could be the number of bird species you see, types of animal tracks, different tree species you identified, the choice is yours! Share your […]

This week explore a State Natural Area. These areas are part of a conservation program designed to protect outstanding examples of native landscapes, geological formations, and archaeological sites. There are over 585,000 acres of land protected as State Natural Areas in Minnesota and Wisconsin. It is a great opportunity to explore more rugged trails. Don’t […]

Pre-registrations required. Please call 651-437-4359 to sign up for a time slot. February 27 sunset time 5:58 pm. Moonrise time 6:31 pm. Registration time slots beginning at 5:00pm while there is still daylight. Venture out on the night of the full moon for an evening walk. Depending on snow conditions this will either be a […]

This week, give back by cleaning up! Grab a trash bag before you head out and clean up litter or debris as you complete your miles. Helping preserve your favorite trail, by picking up litter, is a great way to give back to your community. For added motivation, challenge your friends and family to see […]