Yes the weather is getting cooler and you may see some frost but don’t let that stop you from experiencing the wonders of the great outdoors this weekend. The Tundra Swans are in town! (Yup, you know it: Events free and open to the public AND for all ages, unlessContinue Reading

It’s deer hunting season——so be safe on trails and in the woods! Take note that some parks will be closed for hunts. Not hunting? Well, MN Nature has got some fun stuff for you to do! (Free unless otherwise noted.) Example: Afton State Park Park Visitor Alert! Youth hunt HorseContinue Reading

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) have jointly prepared the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the NorthMet Mining Project and Land Exchange. NorthMet Project Proposed Action: • Construction would last for approximately 18 months andContinue Reading

Aren’t completely in love with our batty Minnesota friends? Visit #SaveTheBats and you just may change your opinion about these cute, sensitive helpful creatures that share our world. Bat Celebrations! October 31, 09:00 – 13:00 Bat Celebration Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center October 31, 15:00 – 18:00 BuildContinue Reading

You know it! Free unless otherwise noted. Peak fall glory here in MN so if anything get out for a hike in a county, city, or state park.   ———————Do This Now!——————— 10/27/2015 Buckthorn Removal —Volunteer Opportunity 1 PM to 4 PM Please join St. Croix Savanna SNA friends toContinue Reading