Thinking about upgrading your home’s appliances? Curious about heat pumps, induction stoves, or other high-efficiency electric options? Join us for a hands-on Electrify Everything MN workshop! This free workshop will walk you through the steps to transition your home to modern, electric appliances—on your own timeline and with the best...
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Celebrate National Zoo Lovers Day (April 8th) by coming to Zollman Zoo and watching some of the zoo animals eat their daily diets. A naturalist will be present for questions. |
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Every spring the Woodcock performs one of the strangest and most interesting mating rituals. We will try to observe it up close, beginning at dusk. Meet in the horse corral parking lot at Chester Woods County Park (southeast of Rochester, MN) at 7:30 PM. |
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Join certified guide and licensed educator, Laura Lenz, and other adults for a Mindful Nature Walk in Quarry Hill Park. These walks are guided experiences designed to immerse oneself in nature. This practice encourages participants to slow down, experience nature through the senses, and enjoy the numerous health benefits of...
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Come visit our volunteer booth at 125 Live and learn more about the volunteer opportunities at Olmsted County Parks, as well as many other opportunities in the Rochester area. |
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Join us for an insightful learning experience as we welcome a member from University of MN Forestry and Agriculture on April 17, 2025 from 7pm - 8:30pm as they highlight the changing environment of MN and the impact on trees and agriculture. Free for members and $5 for non-members. Register...
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What: 23rd Annual Arbor Day Celebration - sponsored by Rochester Public Utilities, ArborWise, Davey Tree, Rochester Parks & Recreation, and Sargent’s Gardens. When: Friday, April 25, 2025, from 11 am-1 pm Where: Cascade Lake Park, located at 88 23rd Ave SW in Rochester. In the event of inclement weather, the...
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Join Friends of Chester Woods for the annual spring clean up day. Meet at the park office for coffee and doughnuts before heading out to the park to help get things ready for the busy spring and summer season! |
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Located just south of Rochester near Simpson, Root River has a nice 2-mile loop walking trail and a good diverse habitat for a wide variety of birds. We'll look for early blooming wildflowers, newly arriving migrants like Golden-crowned Kinglets and Yellow-rumped Warblers, and other signs of spring. Dress for the...
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Free hiking event celebrating spring ephemerals (those early flowers and plants) in SE MN! Attend a free, naturalist-guided hike of the Lost Creek Trail west of Chatfield, MN for Sunday, April 27 from 1-3 pm. Learn about spring ephemerals from a naturalist, take pictures, and hike about 3 miles of...
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The EarthFest Expo is the cornerstone of our organization's efforts, held annually in the Spring. This one-day event gathers local and regional environmental organizations, businesses, and community members in one place, attracting over 500 attendees each year. It serves as a vibrant platform for showcasing sustainable innovations, sharing knowledge, and...
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