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SUMMARY:Owl & Ales *FULL*
DESCRIPTION:Space is limited and reservations are required. To register please call 651-437-4359 or register online by clicking HERE. \nMust be 21 years of age or older to participate.  \nFee: $25 / Person \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 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. \nAfter our Owl Prowl adventure\, we will join the staff at Spiral Brewery for 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 member leading a 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! \nThe cost is $25 and includes a hike and 1 beer flight\, and guided tasting. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/owl-ales/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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SUMMARY:FREE Family Ice Fishing at Lake Rebecca *Canceled*
DESCRIPTION:*THis event has been canceled due to poor ice conditions* \n  \nLearn to ice fish from the experts at these fun and educational catch-and-release programs. Bait\, tackle\, and poles provided. Programs are open to learners of all ages\, and no fishing license required! \nLocation: 415 Lock & Dam Rd in Hastings.  \nFor more info\, contact Paige Marschall Bigler of Hastings Parks & Recreation at 651-480-6182. \nClick here to Register.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/free-family-ice-fishing-at-lake-rebecca/
LOCATION:Lake Rebecca\, 415 Lock & Dam Road\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140825
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Bird Hike - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELED \nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \nLocation: 279 South Cove Rd.\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nLearn 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.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-bird-hike-20/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T213404Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Guided Winter Hike - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELED. \nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register online by following the link HERE. \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \nKick off the new year with a CNC naturalist while you look for birds and other wildlife and enjoy the scenic St. Croix River. After the hike\, warm up in the Visitor Center and meet some of CNC’s live animal ambassadors! \nProgram Fee: $10 per person / $5 for ‘Friends of CNC’ / Free for Frosty 40 participants. \n*This hike no longer included snowshoeing due to lack of snow*
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-morning-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T110000
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - Winter Fun
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \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. Call ahead to register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-preschool-story-time-winter-fun/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231022T164551Z
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SUMMARY:Board Engagement Series - Board Engagement Strategies
DESCRIPTION:The St. Croix Valley Foundation\, Propel Nonprofits\, and Carpenter Nature Center are partnering to host a three-part series on building effective Boards. \nThe second session in a three-part series\, this virtual training hosted via zoom will explore four practices for healthy board governance: 1) being purposeful in recruiting and on-boarding\, 2) sharing board norms and accountability\, 3) designing board structures\, and 4) identifying board development. Propel will also provide tips to increase board engagement\, including an overview of facilitation strategies you can use during your board meetings. \nFor more information and to register\, email apilgrim@scvfoundation.org.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/board-engagement-series-board-engagement-strategies/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T110000
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CREATED:20231217T182558Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - Winter Fun
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 \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. Call ahead to register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program Fee: $6 per child or $4 for ‘Friends of CNC.’ No charge for adults.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-winter-fun/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Morning Snowshoe Hike - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELED \nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register online by following the link HERE. \nLocation: 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI 54016 \nJoin us for a guided snowshoe hike with a naturalist. Warm up and rest after the hike & enjoy some hot chocolate or cider and popcorn provided. Snowshoes are provided or bring your own\, dress for the weather. \nProgram Fee: $10 per person / $5 for ‘Friends of CNC’ / Free for Frosty 40 participants. \n*6+ inches of snow cover required. Programming will be modified based on the weather.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-morning-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T120000
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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-4/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140825
CREATED:20231213T210301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T194136Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Campus Owl Prowl Hike
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS FULL  \n*Due to the lack of snow\, this program has been updated. No snowshoes available. \nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register online by following the link HERE. \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \n18+ event \nJoin us for a guided night hike with a naturalist looking and listening for owls. Warm up and rest after the hike and meet our Barred Owl animal ambassador. Enjoy some hot chocolate or cider and popcorn is provided.  Dress for the weather. \nProgram Fee: $15 per person / $10 for ‘Friends of CNC’ / Free for Frosty 40 participants. \n*6+ inches of snow cover required. Programming will be modified based on the weather.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-adult-evening-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T140825
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Owl Prowl Hike *CANCELED*
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED \nPre-registration required – Call 651-437-4359 or register online by following the link HERE. \nLocation: 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55033 \n18+ event \nJoin us for a guided night hike with a naturalist looking and listening for owls. Warm up and rest after the hike and meet our Barred Owl animal ambassador. Enjoy some hot chocolate or cider and popcorn is provided.  Dress for the weather. \nProgram Fee: $15 per person / $10 for ‘Friends of CNC’ / Free for Frosty 40 participants. \n*6+ inches of snow cover required. Programming will be modified based on the weather.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wisconsin-campus-adult-evening-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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