For the Love of Bluebirds

Belwin Education Site, Hilltop Classroom 1553 Stagecoach Trail S, Afton, MN

Bluebirds, often referred to as “Bluebirds of Happiness” are associated with feelings of joy, happiness, and harmony. This charismatic cavity nester is a thrill to watch and fun to learn about. This program will focus on identification characteristics, behaviors and songs. You will leave with all the information about how you can develop and maintain […]

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Women Walking

Savanna Center 795 Indian Trail, Afton, MN

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. […]

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Prairie Restoration 101

Belwin Conservancy, Stagecoach Prairie 825 Trail S., Afton, MN

Come and hike one of Belwin’s early restorations and learn about some of the challenges and rewards of bringing back a native habitat. We will meet in the main parking lot for the Stagecoach Prairie hiking area. Hiking is on uneven ground with some steep hills. Length of hike is up to 2 miles. This […]

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Nature Memories Open House with FamilyMeans

Belwin Conservancy, Education Site 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN, United States

Designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers, this free event will include live music, guided nature walks on accessible trails, and nature immersion with bird and pond watching. Open to all interested in this partnership between Belwin and FamilyMeans.

Free

Music in the Trees

Belwin Conservancy, Education Site 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN, United States

A diverse group of instrumentalists and vocalists will perform among Belwin’s red pine restoration at this two-day outdoor event. Both days will feature musicians collaborating and improvising among the red pine grove, one of Belwin’s oldest areas. We invite you to celebrate the red pines as the site gradually transitions to a more native, sustainable […]

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Music in the Trees

Belwin Conservancy, Education Site 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN, United States

A diverse group of instrumentalists and vocalists will perform among Belwin’s red pine restoration at this two-day outdoor event. Both days will feature musicians collaborating and improvising among the red pine grove, one of Belwin’s oldest areas. We invite you to celebrate the red pines as the site gradually transitions to a more native, sustainable […]

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Woodbury Polar Plunge 2025

Carver Lake Park 3175 Century Ave. S., Woodbury, MN

The Woodbury Plunge has raised over $981,779 for Special Olympics Minnesota in its 10-year history. In 2024, 485 Plungers raised $128,283.

Woodbury Lakes Half-Marathon

Colby Lake Park 9715 Valley Creek Rd, Woodbury, MN

Get ready to discover the scenic wonders of Woodbury at the Woodbury Lakes Half Marathon, 10K and 5K—an exhilarating experience that takes you around four of the city’s stunning lakes, seamlessly connected by paved trails. The journey kicks off at Colby Lake Park, with options to race a half marathon, 10K, or 5K.

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Bonfire, Bike, Bows, and Bait 2025

Carver Lake Park 3175 Century Ave. S., Woodbury, MN

Venture out of your normal Saturday for an afternoon at Carver Lake Park. Participants will learn the basic skills of archery, unleashing their new skills with real bows; tackle the skill of fishing; ride the mountain bike trail or bike park playground; and finish up the day with s’mores by the bonfire. Recommended ages 4-12 […]

$20

Rock the Barn

Dodge Nature Center Shepard Farm Property 8946 70th Street S, Cottage Grove, MN

Put on your boots and come on down for Dodge’s annual farm and music festival—all while supporting the Dodge Nature Preschool Scholarship Fund! Enjoy live bands and musicians as spring blooms around the nature center. Bring a blanket to picnic with family and friends. Get up close to farm animals, make dandelion fritters and ride the […]

$8

Fish United

Bayport Launch 53 4th Ave. N., Bayport, MN

Fish United, presented by Reflections, is happening May 31. We invite you to join us for our 4th annual one day fishing tournament on the St. Croix River. The day starts bright and early at 6:30 a.m. on the river and then food and awards will begin at 3 p.m. at the Bayport American Legion. […]

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Kid’s Mud Run

Hamlet Park 8883 Hamlet Ave. S., Cottage Grove, MN

This is the best way to start summer. Join the Cottage Grove and Woodbury Parks and Recreation Departments for the annual Mud Run. Pre registration required The course spans approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile and features obstacles such as army crawls, slack lines, climbing walls, balance beams, tire runs, spider webs, net climbs […]

Free

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