Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Throughout the month of April, artist Cassandra Buck invites you to participate in an exciting opportunity to make art that inspires, and contribute to a public art installation at Cascade Park. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this is a chance to express yourself, connect with others, and...
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.
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Throughout the month of April, artist Cassandra Buck invites you to participate in an exciting opportunity to make art that inspires, and contribute to a public art installation at Cascade Park. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this is a chance to express yourself, connect with others, and...
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.
Join us for our 2nd annual nature themed art and craft show! This is a free event from 10am - 4pm. Vendors include artists who create woodworking, paintings, ceramics, photography, and more! See you there!
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
Throughout the month of April, artist Cassandra Buck invites you to participate in an exciting opportunity to make art that inspires, and contribute to a public art installation at Cascade Park. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this is a chance to express yourself, connect with others, and...
Throughout the month of April, artist Cassandra Buck invites you to participate in an exciting opportunity to make art that inspires, and contribute to a public art installation at Cascade Park. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this is a chance to express yourself, connect with others, and...
Come celebrate Spring and new life on the farm! Enjoy a relaxing egg gathering with no shotgun start (Saturday Sessions - April 19th ~ 10am - 12pm & 1pm-3pm). Kids can gather eggs at their leisure until they fill their basket (provided, or you can bring your own). Candy bags...
Throughout the month of April, artist Cassandra Buck invites you to participate in an exciting opportunity to make art that inspires, and contribute to a public art installation at Cascade Park. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this is a chance to express yourself, connect with others, and...
Come celebrate Spring and new life on the farm! Enjoy a relaxing egg gathering with no shotgun start (Saturday Sessions - April 19th ~ 10am - 12pm & 1pm-3pm). Kids can gather eggs at their leisure until they fill their basket (provided, or you can bring your own). Candy bags...
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
The Tim Rasmusson Foundation raises awareness about the importance of becoming an organ donor. Join us for a fun run/walk to raise funds for Gift of Life Transplant House. Wear green & blue and make strides for organ and tissue donor awareness. When: Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at 9am •Packet...
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!
Listen and you can hear a thundering gobble crack the silence of a spring forest. Venture out with a naturalist to invade the wild turkey territory and talk turkey.
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...
Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...
We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...
We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...
Explore all different kinds of vehicles, jump in the bounce house, get your face painted, and enjoy a treat!
