Educational Programming

From school field trips to summer camps, check out our outdoor environmental programming.

Visit RBNC

Youth activities. Hiking trails and ponds. Outdoor equipment rentals. And much more!

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Learn about becoming a member, volunteering and other ways to get involved.

KSTP highlights River Bend Nature Center

  • AIOT Archaeology 3rd-5th Grade

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

    AIOT Archaeology 3rd-5th Grade Wednesday & Thursday, July 1st & 2nd 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Camp Description Come be an archaeologist as we dig into the past to discover…

    $60 – $85
  • Nature Engineers 3rd-5th Grade

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

    Nature Engineers 3rd-5th Grade Monday & Tuesday, July 6 & 7th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Camp Description Get ready for takeoff! This camp will be a blast for anyone…

    $35 – $60
  • Campfire Cooking 3rd-5th Grade

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

    Campfire Cooking 3rd-5th Grade Wednesday& Thursday, July 8 & 9th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Get a taste of the outdoors! Campers will spend time learning fun and new recipes…

    $35 – $60

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
Miles of Trails
Acres of Natural Habitat
Years of Stewardship
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