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

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

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  • Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast

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

    Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast Race Day Timeline Saturday, May 2nd   |   Prices vary by distance    |    Early bird pricing ends March 31, 2026    | …

  • Volunteer at the Maple Syrup Fun Run

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

    Maple Syrup Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast Saturday, May 2 from 6:00 - 3:00 pm - sign up for a shift with one of the following areas: Help out by…

  • Homeschool: Intro to Signs of Spring

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

    Homeschool: Intro to Signs of Spring Cost: $10/child, $5/member child    (Pre-registration is required) Grades: K-5th Monday, May 4,  1:00pm-3:00pm Spring is a great time to observe the many changes occurring…

    $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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