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

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  • Garage Sale

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

    Garage Sale Saturday, June 6th, 10:30-3:00 pm River Bend Nature Center Keep items out of the landfill by donating your unwanted, cleaned items such as clothes, toys, and kitchen appliances.…

  • Stewardship Saturday: Trail Maintenance

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

    Stewardship Saturday Southside Trail Maintenance Date & Time: Saturday, June 13, 10am-12pm Free volunteer event. All ages, under 15 must be accompanied by an adult Come help River Bend staff…

    Free

  • Archery and Atlatls Camp 3rd-5th Grade

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

    Archery and Atlatls Camp 3rd-5th Grade Monday & Tuesday, June 15th & 16th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm  Camp Description Come learn the basics of archery and atlatls at River…

    $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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