Classes & Events
Northern Lakes Region
Pine River, MN
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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:
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.
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
Brilliant Bears!
When & Where
August 26th at 1pm at the Holmen Area Community Center
Who
All ages, bring the whole family!
What
Join us for a fun family program all about bears at the Holmen Area Community Center on August 26th at 1pm! Discover bears from around the globe, dive deeper into black bear adaptations, and prep for hibernation with a scavenger hunt! Registration is required!
FREE
Registration Required
How
Program is free to attend, but registration is required through the Holmen Area Community Center calendar. Click the button below to find registration!
Driftless Region
Winona, MN & La Crosse, WI
Mississippi Flyway Fun!
Summer Adventures with the La Crosse County Parks
When & Where
August 22nd at 1pm at Goose Island Campground
Who
All ages, bring the whole family!
What
Join Nora from Happy Dancing Turtle to learn about the importance of Goose Island's location in the heart of the Mississippi Flyway on August 22nd at 1pm! We'll discuss why flyway habitat is important for nesting birds and migrating birds, and learn more about some of our local birds through hands-on activities & games. Leave with simple actions you can take to help birds in your area!
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FREE
Macroinvertebrate Mayhem!
Summer Adventures with the La Crosse County Parks
When & Where
August 29th at 1pm at Veterans Memorial Campground - Shelter 2
Who
All ages, bring the whole family!
What
Join Delaney from Happy Dancing Turtle to discover what macroinvertebrates are and which ones live in the water at Veterans Memorial Campground. Learn about the importance of these small but mighty creatures through hands-on observation and exploration! This program starts at 1pm on August 29th at Shelter Number 2 in the park.
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