Events

Educational Programming

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

Programs

Visit RBNC

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

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Make a Difference

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

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KSTP highlights River Bend Nature Center

October 2026
Stewardship Saturday: Tree Planting

October 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Stewardship Saturday: Tree Planting

Saturday, October 10, from 10am-12pm and/or 1pm-3pm free, all ages with an adult are welcome Help River Bend's forests thrive for another 50+ years! We will be tree planting in…

Free
Stewardship Saturday: Tree Planting

October 10 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Stewardship Saturday: Tree Planting

Saturday, October 10, from 10am-12pm and/or 1pm-3pm free, all ages with an adult are welcome Help River Bend's forests thrive for another 50+ years! We will be tree planting in…

Free
MEA Break Camp- Minnesota Animals

October 15 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

October 15, 9am-4pm K-5th grade $15 members & MN educators; $30 nonmembers Turtles, salamanders, and snakes, oh my! Meet these animal friends and learn about more Minnesota Animals while exploring…

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

Trails & Habitats

Miles of Trails

Acres of Natural Habitat

Years of Stewardship

Members Like You

Your membership makes a difference.