Nature & Exercise Hike — River Bend Nature Center, Faribault, MN

Fri, 1:00pm - 4:00pmFeb 142025

Max Trip Size: 25 people

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Come join us at River Bend Nature Center for a nature hike to learn about the trees, watch for birds, and get some exercise. We will hike at a moderate pace and aim to do 5 miles in two hours. The nature center encompasses 743 acres cradling the Straight River. The River, forests, wetlands, and prairies provide great wildlife habitat and a wonderful place to visit and enjoy. Living in Faribault, this is my main sanity place and I know it well. There is no fee to visit the park.

Optional: After our hike we will visit the Paradise Center for the Arts in downtown Faribault and view the art exhibits for 30-60 minutes. It is free to enter. More info on what is being exhibited is here: https://www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/visual-arts

Yes, I realize this is Valentine’s Day, but it looks to be the warmest day for quite a stretch. Hopefully, you will have time to celebrate with loved ones in the evening.

Meet at 1:00 p.m. at River Bend Nature Center main parking lot, 1000 Rustad Road, Faribault, MN 55021.

Non-Rover members should sign online liability waiver below.
Ice cleats may be necessary. Maybe snowshoe if enough snow.
Please arrive on time so people are not waiting in the cold.

Please email me if you plan on attending so I can contact you if any trip details change. Also email me if you have any questions.

Coordinator(s):

Brad F

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