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Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Brunch

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Brunch Maple Syrup Fun Run Saturday, May 4, 2024  Pre-register by March 31 for discounted fee Registration fee includes a race t-shirt and an…

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Little Sprouts: Baby birds, bunnies & other animals

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Little Sprouts: Baby birds, bunnies & other animals Cost: $10/child, $5/member Monday, May 6, 2024,  9:30am-11am It's spring time and babies are here! We'll learn all about baby birds, bunnies…

$5 – $10

Little Sprouts: Colors, shapes & textures in nature

River Bend Nature Center 1000 Rustad Rd., Faribault, MN

Little Sprouts: Colors, shapes & textures in nature Cost: $10/child, $5/member Monday, May13, 2024,  9:30am-11am Nature is beautiful in so many ways. Become inspired by nature through colors, shapes &…

$5 – $10

I love River Bend because I can see so many ecosystems in one place. Prairies, forest, wetland, they have it all!

- 5th Grade Teacher

Map of the campus of River Bend Nature Center

So Much to Explore

Right on the RBNC campus there are many opportunities for exploration! Ahead of your visit, you can:

  • Learn more about our must-see ponds
  • Plan your hike or ski using our trail maps
  • Discover the habitats and wildlife you may encounter
  • Plan an accessible route
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