Meeting: Sugarloaf Annual meeting August 8th

The Sugarloaf Annual meeting takes place on August 8 at 1 pm followed by a talk by Joe Walewski, Wolf Ridge Naturalist. He will talk about becoming a better naturalist through bugs! Everyone is invited, member or not. Margie will be live on Facebook on Friday at 5:30 pm. She will be giving you an …

Newsletter: River Bend Nature Center

The summer newsletter is available! Read about what is happening around River Bend and how we are adapting to the new normal. Save the Date(s) for Ramble: Like Never Before the week of September 19, 2020. Register for the Maple Syrup Fun Run and Pancake Brunch- It is going virtual with pancakes to-go on September …

VOL: Outreach Assistant – Rivers Keepers – Aug. 11th and Sept. 15th

Outreach Assistant River Keepers advocates for safe and sustainable use of the Red River of the North in Fargo, ND and Moorhead, MN.  Assist staff with a River Keepers display and a hands-on educational activity at various outreach events throughout the year. Some possible events include: Police Community Picnic: August 11 from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. …

Minnesota Master Naturalist: Trail Tuesday

#TrailTuesday Remember to take a short hike on Tuesday and post your videos or still pictures to our Facebook Page. We would love to see what is happening where you are at.

In-person meetings/trainings on hold

As the University of Minnesota works to open back up, we are required to follow strict rules and guidelines for keeping all of our participants safe and healthy.  We are required to have permission for in person events.  At this time, we are putting all in person activities, like chapter meetings, hikes, and events, advanced …

ADV: Online Biome Classes

Online Biome Classes being developed The Minnesota Master Naturalist Team is working on developing an online version of the biome courses.  These will be available starting with the BWBR biome, then PP, and then NWGL.  We are working with instructors and online learning experts to create the optimal learning experience. Our preferred method will still …

ADV-AIS: MAISRC Showcase – Sept. 22-24

The 7th annual MAISRC Research and Management Showcase will be held online, the afternoons of Sept. 22-24, 2020. We invite you to learn about the latest findings in AIS research, useful management tools, and ask questions directly to the researchers. About the Showcase Every fall, MAISRC hosts a public event to showcase our most recent research …

Meeting: Sugarloaf Annual meeting August 8

The Sugarloaf Annual meeting takes place on August 8 at 1 pm followed by a talk by Joe Walewski, Wolf Ridge Naturalist. He will talk about becoming a better naturalist through bugs! Everyone is invited, member or not. Margie will be live on Facebook on Friday at 5:30 pm. She will be giving you an …

ADV: Seminars/Classes from Osprey Wilds ELC – August 20th to Sept. 3rd

Osprey Wilds ELC (formerly Audubon Center of the North Woods) will be sponsoring some upcoming seminars and classes that would be of interest for Minnesota Master Naturalists. Nature Journaling Seminar (cost $50) Register Here Join us for a nature journaling seminar for beginners!A nature journal is more than a collection of pretty sketches, it is …

Meeting: River Bend Nature Center – July 30th

You're Invited to RBNC's *VIRTUAL ONLY* Annual Meeting! River Bend Nature Center (RBNC) will host its Annual Meeting on Thursday, July 30, 2020 from 5:30-7 pm via this google meet link (also found on our website). Simply click the link at the time of the meeting. River Bend will release its 2019 Annual Report, members will elect candidates …

Survey: Pollinator Summit 202

Calling all pollinator experts and enthusiasts! Perhaps you've attended a pollinator class at the Arboretum, or our annual Pollinator Summit... would you take a moment to share your thoughts with us? Previous Pollinator Summits:   Our annual Pollinator Summit has previously been held in-person at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. It has been a one-day event focused …

ADV-AIS: Webinars on Starry Stonewort – August 18th

Starry Stonewort Webinar Series The Starry Stonewort Collaborative is hosting a series of four monthly webinars related to starry stonewort, beginning on May 27th. Each of the webinars will focus on research that relates to starry stonewort management and control techniques. Dan Larkin is among the guest presenters, and will be giving his webinar in …