Backyard Wildlife Hero: Bird Feeder Do’s and Don’ts

Many of us find watching birds at home feeders to be a convenient and impactful way to connect with nature. It can be a relatively Read More

Wednesday, May 3, 2023|Birds, Citizen Science, Nature Learning|

Nature Notebook

One of the best times to explore nature is as the seasons are changing. Make your very own Nature Notebook to document your discoveries. It’s Read More

Friday, April 30, 2021|Nature Learning|

Rainy Day Fun

Rainy Days = Puddles & Mud! April showers bring May flowers, leaving behind puddles and mud for endless entertainment and experimentation! “There’s no such thing Read More

Friday, April 30, 2021|Nature Learning|

Home Sweet Habitat

Some animals are amazing architects! Spiders weave webs, birds build nests, and beavers construct lodges and dams while also creating a habitat for many other Read More

Monday, November 23, 2020|Nature Learning|

Fall Colors Wonder Wander

In the last few months, Minnesotans have engaged in outdoor play and exploration in a whole new way. This has included exploring our own backyards, Read More

Friday, September 18, 2020|Nature Learning, Nature Play, SEL/Empathy|

Water Play… Any Day!

The summer is heating up and we are all looking for ways to cool down! Did you know that besides cooling us down, water play Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2020|Nature Learning|

Flower Power!

Summer in Minnesota is the perfect time to enjoy all of the beauty that nature provides us. Native Minnesota prairie flowers are on full display Read More

Wednesday, July 1, 2020|Nature Learning|

Sounds of Nature

There is quite literally music in the air and all it takes is a moment of pause to take it all in! The sounds of Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2020|Nature Learning|