Classes & Events
Northern Lakes Region
Pine River, MN
For other events in the Northern Lakes Region, visit the Pine River Community Events Calendar
Driftless Region
Winona, MN & La Crosse, WI
Nature Adventures
Who
Elementary-aged children in K-5, 5 years & older
What
Join Nora & Delaney to explore a variety of seasonal nature happenings relevant to our local ecosystems with hands-on activities, games, crafts, stories, & more! Intended for children in alternative school programs. Programs will take place indoors AND outdoors - so dress accordingly & be ready to go outside!
When
Bi-weekly on Wednesdays at 11am.
Upcoming dates:
April 23 - Terrific Turtles (FULL)
May 7 & 21 - Bizarre Backyard Bugs (choose 1 session)
Where
Shirley M. Wright Memorial Library in Trempealeau
11455 Fremont Street, Trempealeau WI, 54661
How
Program is FREE to attend, but space is limited! Register by calling the library at 608-534-6197 or in person at the library.
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Winona Community Education Opportunities for Adult Enrichment
Who
Adults
What
Discover the wonders of spring on a walk with Delaney around Lake Winona on May 1st. Explore the blooming flora and returning fauna of the season.
Curious to learn more about what nature you can find right in your backyard? Join Delaney on May 15th to take a leisurely stroll around the Winona neighborhood and discover the wildlife that is all around us, but we may not notice!
When
Spring Walk: May 1st, 2025 from 4:30-5:30 pm
Neighborhood Walk: May 15th, 2025 from 4:30-5:30 pm
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Where
Both walks will start in the Winona Senior High School parking lot.
How
Registration for the walks is $10 and can be found through the Winona Community Education website here. Or click the buttons below to register directly for that walk!
Earth Day Fair
Who
Everyone, bring the whole family!
What
Join us at the Bluff County Co-op to visit local organizations in celebrating Earth Day. Stop by our table to learn about upcoming programs and make a recycled craft!
When
Saturday, May 3rd from 10 am to 2 pm.
Where
Bluff Country Co-op in Winona. Located at 121 W 2nd St, Winona MN, 55987. Find us in the Community Room!
World Migratory Bird Day
Who
Everyone, bring the whole family!
What
Each year the Refuge celebrates World Migratory Bird Day to encourage support for migratory bird conservation. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Shared Spaces.” Stop by Happy Dancing Turtle's station to discover the importance of macroinvertebrates! With bird-walks, live presentations, and more -- this is an event for the whole family!
When
The event is happening Saturday, May 10th from 7 am to 12:30 pm, our booth will be up from 9-11am!
Where
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Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge located at W28488 Refuge Rd, Trempealeau WI, 54661
*Note: the Refuge is having road work done so the Marshland Access will be where you enter as the Main Entrance is closed. Find more details on the Refuge's website here.