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Classes & Events

Northern Lakes Region
Pine River, MN
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Norther Lakes Region Classes & Events
Free

Open Garden 

Join us for a casual experience to see what's growing. Explore the 2-acre demonstration garden and hoop house. Talk with garden staff.

Thursday, June 18, 1pm-4pm
Thursday, July 16, 1pm-4pm
Thursday, August 20, 1pm-4pm
Thursday, September 17, 1pm-4pm

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Eco Camp

Pine River Eco Camps are nature-based day camps for kids aged 1st-6th grade. All camps will be hosted at the Hunt Utilities Group Resilient Living Campus in Pine River, Minnesota. Campers will have the opportunity to learn and explore in a forest classroom setting, a strawbale building, and a 2-acre demonstration garden. Depending on age, campers may also walk into town for various activities.

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Turtle Treks

Turtle Treks are camping trips for girls entering 2nd-8th grade. Campers will learn the in-and-outs of camping while building friendships and spending time outdoors.

2nd-4th grade: August 25-26
5th-8th grade: August 11-13

Northern Lakes Region Family Nature Walks

What

Join Happy Dancing Turtle for guided nature exploration at three area trails this summer! Meet other nature-loving families as we take a leisurely walk, observing nature & learning fun facts.

When

Fridays:

June 19 - Paul M. Theide Fire Tower Park - Pequot Lakes

July 17 - Veteran's Hiking Trail - Jenkins

August 21 - Upgaard Wildlife Managment Area - Crosslake

 

Beginning at 10am, walks are planned for about an hour, but may run longer depending on interesting nature finds & group size! 

Who

Anyone! Great opportunity to get the whole family outside.

Pricing & Registration

$10 per family; pre-registration required. 

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Weather & Cancellations

These walks are rain or shine events - please come prepared! In the event of severe weather, we will contact you to inform you of a cancellation.

For other events in the Northern Lakes Region, visit the Pine River Community Events Calendar

Driftless Regon Classes & Events
Driftless Region Classes and Events

Driftless Region
Winona, MN & La Crosse, WI

Pollinator Pals with La Crescent Library

Who

Perfect for elementary-aged kids, families welcome.

What

Buzz, flutter, and fly along with Happy Dancing Turtle as we explore the amazing world of pollinators. Discover why pollinators are so important and go on a pollinator hunt!

FREE
When

Thursday, June 18 at 4pm  

Where

La Crescent Community Building 

336 S. 1st Street, La Crescent, MN 

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Turtle Treks

Turtle Treks are camping trips for girls entering 4th-6th grade, at Perrot State Park in Trempealeau, WI. Campers will learn the in-and-outs of camping while building friendships and spending time outdoors.

Tuesday, July 28 - Wednesday, July 29

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