Fall is right around the corner, and a tree’s natural lifecycle throughout the year makes fall an ideal time to plant.* So start planning now! 1. Planning (based on your specific site conditions): MNDOT 2. Shopping (this is just a starting point!): Bailey’s + Cross + Knecht’s + Jeffries 3. Planting DIY Instructions:** Knecht’s nursery + UContinue Reading

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Lots going on this weekend! Ya might want to bring a rain coat. Happy trails! Saturday June 8 Tree Inventory @ Little Bohemia Neighborhood West 7th St. Paul 10AM–11AM (no experience necessary!) Saturday June 8 Summer Wildflower & Bumble Bee Tour @ Sherburne NWR Sat. June 8 Get Outdoors Day (free fishing,Continue Reading

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Twin Cities Sat. June 1: Summer Birding @ Louisville Swamp 8:30-11AM : National Trails Day Hike the Mazomani Trail 9:30AM–1:30PM : Watching Wildlife Skills Workshop @ Rapids Lake Ed. & Visitor Center 10AM–Noon, sign up HERE Sun. June 2: Bird Watching Trek @ Cliff FenContinue Reading

Everything’s blooming! Boots and Blooms Date: 05/19/2013 Time: 1 PM to 2 PM Location: Fort Snelling State Park Description: Dust off your hiking boots and explore the park with a naturalist while looking for the latest blooming flowers and plants. Directions: Take the Post Road exit off Highway 5 andContinue Reading