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

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  • 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

  • Nature Art K-2nd Grade

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

    Nature Art K-2nd Grade Monday & Tuesday, July 13th & 14th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Let's get inspired by nature! We will explore River Bend, create art inspired by what…

    $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
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