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SUMMARY:Celebrating Your Wild Voice
DESCRIPTION:Join Belwin Conservancy’s naturalist Lynette Anderson and vocal coach/song leader extraordinaire Barbara McAfee for a day in the woods and prairies to explore your unique and wild voice. The day will include conversation\, playfully opening up your voice\, community singing\, gentle stretching\, mindful walking (or sitting) on Belwin’s trails\, and vocal improv games in the middle of the pine forest. No singing experience or talent required at all. Must be 16 and older. Bring your own lunch; Light snacks\, tea and hot chocolate provided. Led by Lynette Anderson and Barbara McAfee. \nWe hope you can join us for this enlivening and deepening day.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/celebrating-your-wild-voice/
LOCATION:Belwin Education Site\, Hilltop Classroom\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:EarthFest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for a day of nature walks\, speakers\, live music and service projects. The 2024 EarthFest theme is “Why do we care about prairies?” and will highlight the almost 500 acres of restored prairie at Wild River State Park. \nApril 27\, 2024 is a free entrance day and the 41st annual celebration of spring at the park! All ages are welcome\, but this event is geared toward ages 8 and up. Pick and choose from activities or come to them all. Final activity locations will be posted here and at the park the day before the event. \n7:30-9 a.m. Bird Walk (Meet at Boat Launch Parking Lot) – Join Joe on a journey through a variety of habitats in search of our feathered friends. Compare prairie\, wetland and forest birds. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair of ours. \n9:30-10:30 a.m. Prairie Walk: What’s happening in our grasslands? – Take a stroll through some of Wild River’s 500 acres of prairie with Park Naturalist Sean Hoppes and Native Cultural Teacher Hope Flanagan. This walk will be an open discussion on prairie ecology and stewardship. \n10:45-11:30 a.m. Keynote Presentation – Hope Flanagan is the native cultural teacher at Dream of Wild Health. She is from the Tonawanda Band of Seneca and has a strong cultural relationship with plants. She teaches people about the importance of culture\, language and identity\, and shares her knowledge of Indigenous foods and medicines. \nNoon-1:30 p.m. Lunchtime Concert with AJ Spoff – AJ frequently entertains with a variety of country\, rock\, pop and original music. Bring your lunch and enjoy! \n1:30-3:30 p.m. Connect with Local Conservation Groups – Drop by for informal chats with an array of conservation organizations. \n2-2:30 p.m. The Bullsnake Program – Dave Crawford loves to talk about snakes. This former park naturalist will present what we’ve learned at Wild River from studying bullsnakes for the past 20 years. \n2:30-3 p.m. Bluebirds on the Prairie – Gloria Peterson has been monitoring bluebird activities at Wild River for years. She will share engaging stories and beautiful pictures of bluebirds. \n3-5 p.m. Prairie Stewardship Projects – Discover your own connection to the prairie and give something back through stewardship projects. There are several options for various ages and abilities. \nThis event is sponsored by the Friends of Wild River State Park.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/earthfest-2024/
LOCATION:Wild River State Park\, 39797 Park Trail\, Center City\, MN\, 55012
CATEGORIES:Education,For the Kids,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Frog Walk at Oxbow Trails
DESCRIPTION:This night of free outdoor activities features hikes through the snow guided by Belwin naturalists\, stargazing\, and s’mores around campfires. Enjoy an evening stroll around Belwin’s Oxbow Trails while listening for the spring calls of our native frogs (Spring Peepers\, Wood Frogs\, Chorus Frogs). Dress for the weather. This is a rain or shine event.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/frog-walk-at-oxbow-trails/
LOCATION:Oxbow Trails\, 2398 St. Croix Trail S.\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Education,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belwin Conservancy":MAILTO:info@belwin.org
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SUMMARY:See the Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this rare opportunity to connect with our solar system. Look through a safe telescope and solar glasses to watch the moon pass in front of the sun. Wrap your head around what an eclipse really is as you ponder the wonders of the universe. \nThe eclipse starts at 12:50 p.m. and ends at 3:14 p.m. The maximum eclipse (about 80%) occurs at 2:03 p.m. Drop by this station at the Trail Center anytime between 1-3 p.m. Hope for no clouds!
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/see-the-solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:Wild River State Park\, 39797 Park Trail\, Center City\, MN\, 55012
CATEGORIES:Education,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Women Walking
DESCRIPTION:Come and help us celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world. Vernal Equinox\, Summer Solstice\, Autumnal Equinox\, Winter Solstice\, each brings us to a new season\, a new place in our annual trip around the sun. We will gather together indoors to share easy\, yogic centering exercises and a brief conversation about our theme. We will then move out to the woods and prairies for walking meditations and experiences in the natural world. We will end our time together with light refreshments around the fire. \nLed by Lynette Anderson. Wear comfortable layers and be prepared for any weather. Open to women over the age of 16.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/women-walking-3/
LOCATION:Belwin Education Site\, Hilltop Classroom\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Community,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Winter Wandering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of exploring the world of winter. We will look for signs of life and figure out how animals survive the cold. Dress in layers and come prepared to spend most of the time outside on the trail. \nRegistration is required. To register\, go to belwin.org/events.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/winter-wandering/
LOCATION:Belwin Conservancy\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S.\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Midwinter Family Fun
DESCRIPTION:From 5-7 p.m. on February 3\, Belwin Conservancy will host Midwinter Family Fun. This night of free outdoor activities features hikes through the snow guided by Belwin naturalists\, stargazing with Minnesota Astronomical Society and s’mores around several campfires. The event is free and will take place at the Hilltop Classroom at the Education Site. \nDon’t miss this chance to go stargazing with one of the biggest refractive telescopes in the state! The Joseph J. Casby Observatory will be open and volunteers from the Minnesota Astronomical Society will be there to help you see the stars. If you get cold\, warm drinks will be available indoors. \nGuided hikes will be available all evening. For families with young children\, you can join Parent\, Child\, and Family Educator\, Jenny Hanlon from Stillwater ECFE at 5:45 p.m. for a short hike\, exploration and songs specifically geared toward families with children 5 and under. Feel free to bring a sled or carrier for your child if they are likely to get tired from walking. We look forward to seeing you for a fun night out in nature. \nNo dogs allowed at this event.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/midwinter-family-fun/
LOCATION:Belwin Education Site\, Hilltop Classroom\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Education,For the Kids,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Winter Twilight Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take a winter walk in the magical hours of twilight when day is ending and night is just beginning. Begin inside for a short introduction and then head out on the trail to witness the wonder of this special time. End around a campfire with hot beverages. \nLed by Jim Rue and Lynette Anderson. Come dressed in layers for any weather\, wear comfortable hiking footwear for the season\, bring water. Flashlight or headlight with a red light option is optional. \nRegistration is required for this event. To register\, follow the link below. Registration closes the day before the program around noon. For any questions or cancellations\, email info@belwin.org
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/winter-twilight-hike/
LOCATION:Belwin Education Site\, Hilltop Classroom\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231220T180000
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Bonfire
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 20 for a celebration of the year’s longest night. The evening will feature a roaring bonfire and live music\, beginning with a performance from Imniza Ska Dakota Drum Group\, and followed by stories and songs of Nordic Solstice performed by Kari Tauring and Carol Sersland. Cookies and hot cider will be available in a warming tent. \nWant to explore the snowy landscape? Guided night hikes led by Lynette Anderson and Jim Rue for all ages will be available every half hour beginning at 6:15 p.m. Also at 6:15 p.m.\, Jenny Hanlon\, of Stillwater Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)\, will be leading a short hike and songs specifically geared towards families with children 5 and under.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/winter-solstice-bonfire/
LOCATION:Lucy Winton Bell Athletic Fields\, 15601 Hudson Rd. N.\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performance,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belwin Conservancy":MAILTO:info@belwin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T180000
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SUMMARY:Women Walking
DESCRIPTION:Come and help us celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world. \nWomen Walking – March 18\nMARCH 18\, 2023\n6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nHilltop Classroom\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S.\, Afton\nCost: $20 \nCome and help us celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world. Vernal Equinox\, Summer Solstice\, Autumnal Equinox\, Winter Solstice\, each brings us to a new season\, a new place in our annual trip around the sun. We will gather together indoors to share easy\, yogic centering exercises and a brief conversation about our theme. We will then move out to the woods and prairies for walking meditations and experiences in the natural world. We will end our time together with light refreshments around the fire. \nLed by Lynette Anderson. Wear comfortable layers and be prepared for any weather. Open to women over the age of 16. Max of 20 attendees. To RSVP\, visit belwin.org/events.
URL:https://stcroixvalleymag.com/event/women-walking/
LOCATION:Belwin Conservancy\, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S.\, Afton\, MN\, 55001
CATEGORIES:Education,Outdoors
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