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SUMMARY:Confluence: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. Register Online\, or call 651-437-4359 ext. 0 \nProgram Fee: FREE \nJoin retired CNC Program Director Mayme Johnson at our Minnesota Campus to listen to stories about the early days of Point Douglas and the connection to Carpenter Nature Center. We’ll be looking back at the past 45 years of CNC history sharing photos and events that helped shape what CNC is today. \nUnable to attend? This program will be recorded and a link will be emailed out to all registrants afterwards. \nRescheduled from original program date on Thursday 1/22. 
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/confluence-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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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/
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
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to ice fish but don’t have the equipment or know-how or just want to experience ice fishing without all the work of set up? Join us for ice fishing at Lake Rebecca Park and we’ll do the prep work while you enjoy time outdoors with family or friends!\n– Register for a start time. Volunteers & Equipment are available until Noon. \n-Poles\, Bait\, Tackle & instruction provided \n-Pre-drilled holes & underwater cameras \n-Fishing gear & gift card giveaways \n-No license is needed under our DNR waiver \n-Parking? Lake Rebecca Park\, 415 Lock and Dam Road\, Hastings \nQuestions? Contact Hastings Parks and Recreation 651-480-6175 or email Parksinfo@hastingsmn.gov \nFollow the link to register for a timeslot today! FREE Family Ice Fishing Registration Link
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/free-family-ice-fishing-3-2/
LOCATION:Lake Rebecca\, 415 Lock & Dam Road\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Campus Preschool Story Time - I Love Owls
DESCRIPTION:Online pre-registration required – Registration Opens January 14th / 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/
LOCATION:Al & Laurie Hein Visitor Center\, 279 South Cove Road\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
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SUMMARY:Owls & Ales - FULL
DESCRIPTION:This program is now FULL. If you would like to be added to the waitlist\, please call 651-437-4359.\n  \nSpace is limited and reservations are required. Register online by clicking \nHERE.\nMust be 21 years of age or older to participate. \nProgram Fee: \n$25 / Person for General Admission \n$15 / Person for ‘Friends of CNC’ \n$10 / Person for Frosty Forty-five Participants \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 the 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. We will be hiking a short distance on a paved trail but weather conditions can make the trail icy. You are welcome to bring Yak Traks or trekking poles if desired. We will also stop in the Visitor Center after the hike to meet CNC’s ambassador owl. \nOnce we wrap up at Carpenter\, you will drive the short distance to Spiral Brewery. The staff at Spiral will lead us through 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-led 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! \nProgram fee includes a hike and 1 beer flight\, and guided tasting.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/owls-ales-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Minnesota Campus Preschool Story Time - I Love Owls
DESCRIPTION:This program is full – please call 651-437-4359 to be added to a waitlist\nOnline pre-registration required – Registration opens January 16th / Register Online Here \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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/minnesota-campus-preschool-story-time-gifts-for-wildlife-3/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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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/
LOCATION:North End – Wisconsin Campus\, 300 East Cove Road\, Hudson\, 54016
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SUMMARY:Masters of the Sky
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE TICKETS SALES CLOSED – Please call (651)-437-4359 ext. 0 to secure tickets.\nOne of our team’s favorite events is back… the Masters of the Sky weekend! Educators and birds from the World Bird Sanctuary in St. Louis\, Missouri\, will be coming to Carpenter to present a captivating program about birds of prey. Learn about eagles\, hawks\, falcons\, and owls from around the world and see them close up. Witness the silent flight of a Barn Owl and be amazed at the aerial maneuverability of a Harris’ Hawk. \nSpace is limited so make sure you book your ticket early! Check out the Event Page to see show times and register.
URL:https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/masters-of-the-sky-5-2/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center – Minnesota Campus\, 12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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