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Get involved! Keep an eye on the Minnesota Environmental Fund's Volunteer Opportunities calendar. There are a variety of ways for you and your friends and family to get involved with local environmental organizations. Volunteer opportunities and events are updated regularly.

Here are some volunteer activities:

Oceans in Peril
Jul 20, 2010 at 8:00 am (add this)
Traffic Zone Gallery, 250 Third Ave., Minneapolis (map)

Oceans in Peril, an exhibition of oil paintings by Bruce Hudson-Bogaard. This series of works, developed over the last three years, depicts the oceans as a precious resource threatened by pollution. The exhibition includes ten painting ranging in size from 20" x 24" to 40" x 90". Bruce is a professional artist of 20 years whose extensive travels and enduring work in the studio keep her close to the delicate future of our irreplacable natural resources, especially the sea around us

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Aug 1, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

Starwatch Cruises on Rainy Lake
Aug 2, 2010 at 9:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake (map)

To commemorate the park’s 35th anniversary, Voyageurs is hosting a series of Starwatch Cruises aboard the Voyageur tour boat on Rainy Lake. There are 4 cruises offered on July 11, July 25, August 2 and August 15, 2010 from 10:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Call (888) 381-2873 for a reservation. Fees apply.

Backyard Beekeeping
Aug 3, 2010 at 5:30 pm (add this)
South Minneapolis (map)

Beekeeping has long been permitted in the St. Paul, but the City of Minneapolis has only allowed beekeeping since the spring of 2009. This is an exciting time for beekeepers in the Twin Cities. Come to our Backyard Beekeeping workshop, and find out if beekeeping is right for you! Meet local beekeeper Elise Kyllo and her bees during this class that will cover the basics of raising bees in an urban environment. Learn the benefits of raising bees, what supplies are needed, how to get started, and how to care for the hive. Cost: $15 for the public or $12 for Do It Green! Minnesota members * Members please pay by clicking on Membership link on home page and scrolling down to the bottom or by check for discounted price Workshop limit: 15 people For more info see: http://www.doitgreen.org/workshops

North Canoe Programs
Aug 4, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Ash River Visitor Center (map)

Join Voyageurs National Park in celebrating its 35th anniversary by experiencing the area the way the voyageurs did – by North Canoe. From 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the Ash River Visitor Center (July 7 – August 11, 2010), park naturalists dressed as voyageurs will be your hosts. Just like the real voyageurs, everyone works together to paddle the large 26-foot North Canoes around the lake. North Canoe programs are also available at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center. To celebrate the 35th anniversary, North Canoe programs will be free-of-charge all summer. Visit www.nps.gov/voya in late April for a complete program schedule.

Crosby Shoreline Buckthorn Bust
Aug 5, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Crosby Park, Mississippi River Gorge, St. Paul (map)

Help remove invasive buckthorn from shoreline at Crosby Farm Regional Park in St. Paul. This event marks the beginning of an exciting effort to restore shoreline of Upper Crosby Lake. Removing invasive species is the first step toward increasing native species and improving habitat and water quality. As always, training, gloves, tools and guidance will be provided. Details and directions to the meeting spot will be emailed to registrants. To sign up, contact Volunteer Coordinator sue rich at srich@fmr.org or 651-222-2193 x14. Please include: the name of the event, your name, address, and phone number and the number in your party.

Chimney Swift Sit
Aug 5, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
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Volunteers throughout the state are needed to participate in Audubon Minnesota’s Second Annual Chimney Swift Sit for about an hour at dusk any day August 6-9 and August 27-30, counting swifts as they enter a nighttime roosting place. Volunteers can count on one night or on several nights during this designated period. Go to Audubon's website (http://mn.audubon.org/news-events) for more information and to download a participation form. If you cannot participate in the Sit but know places where Chimney Swifts might be roosting, please email Ron Windingstad at rwindingstad@audubon.org. The information collected during this event will be posted on the Audubon Minnesota web site in early September.

Evening Campfires at Rainy Lake Visitor Center
Aug 5, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake Visitor Center (map)

Join park staff as they celebrate the park’s 35th anniversary with a host of evening campfires this summer. The one-hour programs are held at 7:00 p.m. outside the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Thursdays from July 8 through August 12, 2010. Free.

Day Hike at Great Rivers Bluff State Park
Aug 6, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Great Rivers Bluff State Park, MN (map)

Approximate Mileage: 4.5 Mile Circuit Class: Beginner/ Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Public Farm Tour
Aug 7, 2010 at 8:00 am (add this)
Cedar Summit Farm in New Prague, MN (map)

For more info contact Parker Forsell at Land Stewardship Project 507-523-3366.

Kettle Falls Special Program
Aug 7, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Kettle Falls Hotel (map)

Join park naturalist and area native, Gary Whipple, for a special Voyageurs National Park 35th anniversary program on August 7, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30p.m. at the Kettle Falls Hotel. Gary will share the story of Kettle Falls and the surrounding area, both before and after the park was established. Free.

Sierra Club Service Trip
Aug 7, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
St. Croix (map)

The Sierra Club North Star Chapter is joining forces with the National Park Service to offer an exciting environmental service opportunity along the beautiful upper portion of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Aug. 8-14,2010. Participants will help restore canoe access points and campsites as well as help with invasive plant species control. The cost of the trip is $195 and includes meals, canoes, and shuttle transportation from the St. Croix Park Headquarters in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Group size is limited to 10. Contact Information: North Star Chapter Vicki Munson (612)659-9124 ext. 301 vicki.munson@sierraclub.org

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Aug 8, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

Gardening V: Food Preparation and Preservation, Part II
Aug 10, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
South Minneapolis (map)

Join local cooking and gardening expert Marianna Padilla in her own home as she discusses what to do with the bounty of an urban garden. Participants will learn to prepare fruits and vegetables for immediate consumption and to preserve them for future enjoyment. This is the fifth of five gardening workshop and the first of two gardening workshops dealing specifically with food preparation and preservation. Each of these final two workshops will focus on foods that are ripe at that time. Participants are encouraged to attend both workshops in order to gain a more complete understanding of using and saving a garden's harvest. Cost: $20 per session or $75 for all 5 gardening workshops * For all 5 sessions please pay by clicking on Membership link on home page and scrolling down to the bottom or by check for discounted price. Be sure to list workshop in subject line. Workhsop limit: 10 people For more info see: http://www.doitgreen.org/workshops

North Canoe Programs
Aug 11, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Ash River Visitor Center (map)

Join Voyageurs National Park in celebrating its 35th anniversary by experiencing the area the way the voyageurs did – by North Canoe. From 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the Ash River Visitor Center (July 7 – August 11, 2010), park naturalists dressed as voyageurs will be your hosts. Just like the real voyageurs, everyone works together to paddle the large 26-foot North Canoes around the lake. North Canoe programs are also available at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center. To celebrate the 35th anniversary, North Canoe programs will be free-of-charge all summer. Visit www.nps.gov/voya in late April for a complete program schedule.

Great Wide Open Golf Tournament
Aug 11, 2010 at 10:00 am (add this)
Crystal Lake Golf Club (map)

THE GREAT WIDE OPEN WHAT: A best ball scramble at Crystal Lake Golf Club. Register by June 15 to be entered in a drawing to win two spots on a Wilderness Inquiry Mississippi River Day trip. WHY: Proceeds from this year's Great Wide Open Golf Tournament will purchase a 24' Voyageur Canoe. These canoes will help serve more than 10,000 disadvantaged young people on local outdoor programs. WHAT'S ON TAP: 11 a.m. - Practice tee opens 1 p.m. - Shotgun start 6 p.m. - Cocktails and silent auction 7 p.m. - Dinner, award and short program CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS: There are a number of corporate sponsorship opportunities. Contact Amanda LaRiviere at 612-676-9426 or amanda@wildernessinquiry.org for more information. NOT A GOLFER BUT WANT TO SUPPORT THE GREAT WIDE OPEN? You can register for the dinner and auction only or make a tax-deductible contribution by contacting Amanda LaRiviere at 612-676-9426 or amanda@wildernessinquiry.org for more information.

Conditioning Hike at Coon Rapids Regional Park
Aug 11, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Coon Rapids Regional Park (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 4 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @6pm at parking at the visitor center or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Central Lakes College - Energy Day
Aug 12, 2010 at 12:00 pm (add this)
Central Lakes College Ag Center, 1830 Airport Rd., Staples, MN (map)

Take the Energy Crop Tour. View on-farm biodiesel production featuring the Megyan process and Sweet Sorghum Ethanol production. Tour one of Minnesota's oldest ethanol plants. Hear about biomass processing and utilization. Contact: Robert Schafer, Central Lakes College, rschafer@clcmn.edu, 218-894-5160

Evening Campfires at Rainy Lake Visitor Center
Aug 12, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake Visitor Center (map)

Join park staff as they celebrate the park’s 35th anniversary with a host of evening campfires this summer. The one-hour programs are held at 7:00 p.m. outside the Rainy Lake Visitor Center on Thursdays from July 8 through August 12, 2010. Free.

Day Hike at St. Croix State Park
Aug 13, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
St. Croix State Park (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 4.9 Mile Loop Class: Beginner/ Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Turtleman Triathlon (two 3-hour shifts)
Aug 14, 2010 at 6:45 am (add this)
27th Annual Turtleman Triathlon. Turtle Lake, Shoreview, MN. (map)

The Turtleman Triathlon had generously donated a portion of their proceeds to Tree Trust for the past six years in support of our youth employment training programs. To show our appreciation, we help staff the athletes' food tent on the day of the race. This is a fun way to support local triathletes, a great Minnesota event, and Tree Trust! Volunteer with us at this year's 27th annual race! The race will take place on Saturday, August 14, at Turtle Lake in Shoreview, MN. We need at least five volunteers for each of these two shifts: Saturday, August 14 7:45 AM - 10:45 AM 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM When you RSVP to Tracie at tracieh@treetrust.org, please indicate if you would like the first, second or both shifts.

Help plant a prairie raingarden!
Aug 14, 2010 at 8:00 am (add this)
Audubon-certified Hastings Country Club Golf Course/Vermillion River, Hastings (map)

Help plant a prairie raingarden on the Vermillion River! The Hastings Country Club Golf Course is installing a large prairie raingarden to provide water quality treatment for 46 acres of residential and golf course runoff that discharges directly to the Vermillion River. Volunteers are needed to help install over 3,000 native prairie plants. This project will significantly reduce pollutant discharges to the river and will add another bird sanctuary area to this Audubon Society certified golf course. Ready to register? To ensure a high-quality experience, capacity is limited and pre-registration required. To sign up, contact FMR Program Assistant Meghan Dudle at mdudle[at]fmr.org or by selecting "Meghan Dudle" in the dropdown menu under "Category" in our contact form. She can also be reached at 651-222-2193 x23. Please include: the name of the event, your name, address and phone number and the number in your party. You will receive a confirmation email and additional details, such asdirections and what to wear, from mdudle[at]fmr.org within, at most, aweek. If you have earthlink or an active SPAM filter, please add Meghan's email address to your contacts to ensure receipt. More information go to: http://www.fmr.org/participate/events/prairie-raingarden_2010-08-14

Brush Removal at Weaver Dunes with the Nature Conservancy
Aug 14, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Weaver Dunes, Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

Join the Nature Conservancy for a day to help the Weaver Dunes. For more information about volunteering, call the Conservancy at 612-331-0762 or email mnvolunteer@tnc.org to sign up for the monthly volunteer e-newsletter.

Ranier Days
Aug 14, 2010 at 12:00 pm (add this)
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Join park staff for special North Canoes rides during the Ranier Days festival on August 14,2010. Rides start at 1:00 p.m. and continue until 3:30 p.m. Free.

LSP SE MN Summer Celebration
Aug 15, 2010 at 11:00 am (add this)
Crigler Family Farm near Winona, MN (map)

LSP's southeast Minnesota office will hold its hog roast/potluck/celebration/benefit at Crigler Family Farm in the Gilmore Valley near Winona on Aug. 15, from noon to 4 p.m. Bryan Crigler is a Farm Beginnings graduate and is pursuing various enterprises in a beautiful location. A farm tour, great discussions and, of course, good food, are on tap. For more information, call our Lewiston office at 507-523-3366 or send an e-mail.

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Aug 15, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

Starwatch Cruises on Rainy Lake
Aug 15, 2010 at 9:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake (map)

To commemorate the park’s 35th anniversary, Voyageurs is hosting a series of Starwatch Cruises aboard the Voyageur tour boat on Rainy Lake. There are 4 cruises offered on July 11, July 25, August 2 and August 15, 2010 from 10:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Call (888) 381-2873 for a reservation. Fees apply.

Business and Environment Series: Integrating Renewable Energy: A Roadmap to Scaled Application
Aug 18, 2010 at 7:30 am (add this)
Quality Bicycle Products 6400 W. 105th Street Bloomington, MN 55438 (map)

About the Program: In 2008, renewable energy sources represented more than 50 percent of total added power capacity in both the United States and Europe (Renewables Global Status Report: 2009 Update). However, as businesses look to advance their sustainability practices beyond energy conservation, multiple obstacles may prevent them from successfully integrating renewable energy sources into their energy portfolio. MEI’s second session of the 2010 Business and Environment Series will provide attendees with an overview of renewable energy options and a roadmap and decision-making tools to enable scaled application of various renewable energy technologies. A panel of business leaders will also share case studies describing their own experiences implementing renewables. In addition, each attendee will have the opportunity to develop strategies for possible application in their company. Registration: $45 for MEI members; $75 for non-members. To register go to: http://tracking.etapestry.com/t/12879406/436676761/54112767/0/

Conditioning Hike at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Aug 18, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Lake Elmo Park Reserve (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 5 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @6pm at parking at the park office or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Basics of Home Canning: Safety First
Aug 19, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Wedge Natural Food Coop, Minneapolis (map)

Do you want a cupboard full of home canned fruit and vegetables? Whether you’re growing them or buying them, come learn how to can them safely. You will learn what must be pressure canned, equipment needed, and safe canning methods. You will learn the latest procedures for canning fruit, vegetables and meat. Contact and registration: www.wedge.coop/store/store-classes.html Fee: $15 nonmembers / $12 members Instructor: Suzanne Driessen, University of Minnesota Extension Educator in Food Science

Agroecology Summit
Aug 20, 2010 at 7:00 am (add this)
Willow Lake Farm, 93532 520th Ave., Windom, MN (map)

Come and enjoy speakers on the topic of "Farming for Ecological Services and Maximum Yield". Stay for lunch and tours. Contact: Tony Thompson, Willow Lake Farm, 507-831-3483

Day Hikeat St. Croix State Forest
Aug 20, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
St. Croix State Forest- Tamarack (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 9.7 Mile Loop Class: Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

St. Paul Raingardens Walking Tour
Aug 21, 2010 at 8:30 am (add this)
Como Neighborhood, St. Paul (map)

Led by staff from Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) and Metro Conservation Districts, and hosted by Friends of the Mississippi River, this tour features several raingardens in St. Paul’s “Garden District.” Each was constructed by CRWD and St. Paul’s Department of Public Works as part of the Arlington Pascal Stormwater Improvement Project. In addition to improving water quality, these raingardens are also a neighborhood amenity — contributing beauty, wildlife interest, and an opportunity for education in this subwatershed of Como Lake. To sign up, contact FMR Program Assistant Meghan Dudle at mdudle@fmr.org or 651-222-2193 x23. Please include your name, the number in your party, address and phone number.

Seed Collection at Weaver Dunes
Aug 21, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

Join the Nature Conservancy for a day to help the Weaver Dunes. For more information about volunteering, call the Conservancy at 612-331-0762 or email mnvolunteer@tnc.org to sign up for the monthly volunteer e-newsletter.

The Homegrown Experience
Aug 21, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Nicollet Island Pavilion, Minneapolis (map) (map)

The Homegrown Experience is a new event organized by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB). Aligning with the MPRB Mission & Vision Statements, this event will focus on sustainability, connecting people to the land and providing healthy and enjoyable experiences. The event will feature chef demonstrations, local restaurants, farmers, CSAs, co-ops, food producers, local vintners and brewers. In addition, an outdoor Farmers Market will be featured. Participants will be able to sip, sample, purchase and, most importantly, learn about local, sustainable and organic foods. We are proud to offer a unique component to the event in the form of education. Through an educational stage as well as the ability to talk one-on-one with local food producers and chefs, people will gain greater understanding and appreciation of where their food comes from, and how to enjoy it the Homegrown way. Vendors Wanted! We are seeking vendors who fit the criteria of producing, sourcing and purchasing local and sustainable foods and beverages and those who advocate for and work with these types of businesses. Vendors receive a booth space and a listing in the program, to be handed out to all attendees. The Homegrown Experience is a perfect and unique chance to talk with people who are interested in learning more about local food and where they can get it. Educate them on your processes, help the local food movement grow stronger, and gain new customers. Talk with us! If you have questions, comments, ideas or interest, please contact Heather Ocel at hocel@Minneapolisparks.org or 612-230-6415. We look forward to talking with you soon.

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Aug 22, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

LSP's Farm Beginnings Exploring late season cover crops and rotations
Aug 24, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Riverbend Farm in Delano, MN (map)

For more info contact LSP's Parker Forsell at Land Stewardship Project 507-523-3366.

Conditioning Hike at Minnehaha Falls
Aug 25, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Minnehaha Falls Parking lot by Pavilion (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 3 Mile Loop Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @6pm at parking lot nearest the pavilion or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Chimney Swift Sit
Aug 26, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
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Volunteers throughout the state are needed to participate in Audubon Minnesota’s Second Annual Chimney Swift Sit for about an hour at dusk any day August 6-9 and August 27-30, counting swifts as they enter a nighttime roosting place. Volunteers can count on one night or on several nights during this designated period. Go to Audubon's website (http://mn.audubon.org/news-events) for more information and to download a participation form. If you cannot participate in the Sit but know places where Chimney Swifts might be roosting, please email Ron Windingstad at rwindingstad@audubon.org. The information collected during this event will be posted on the Audubon Minnesota web site in early September.

Day Hike at Savanna Portage State Park
Aug 27, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Savanna Portage State Park (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 7.5 Mile Loop Class: Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Brush Control at Ottawa Bluffs
Aug 28, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Le Sueur County, near St. Peter (map)

For information about Ottawa Bluffs workdays, contact the volunteer coordinator at (952) 200-6392. Stewardship workdays are physically demanding. We work hard, but we also take breaks and enjoy the scenery. Frequently, tours of the preserves highlighting points of natural and historical interest are conducted. On stewardship workdays we meet at the preserve itself. Car pools must be arranged independently. Important Work Party Details: * Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, eye protection, sun protection, work gloves, a hat and sturdy boots. * Bring a lunch, plenty of water to drink, tools such as loppers, axes, shovels and saws, if you have them. If you don't have tools, please come anyway; The Nature Conservancy will provide tools. * The use of fire and power tools makes some of the work we do more appropriate for adults, but families are always welcome at seed collections and distributions. Volunteer event calendar Please Note: * Participants under the age of 18 should be accompanied by a parent. * Be aware that deer ticks are present on our preserves and use extra precautions (deet repellent to repel deer ticks), and check yourself thoroughly after eash preserve work party. Deer ticks may carry Lyme Disease. If you would like more information about Lyme Disease and deer ticks, please call (612) 331-0700. * If you have certain allergies or medical conditions that you feel may impact your abilities or others, please inform the work party leader. * As a volunteer with The Nature Conservancy, accident coverage insurance is provided while performing scheduled volunteer duties, including travel directly to and from the activity. * Please help us identify situations that represent unhealthy work environments by notifying a staff member of The Nature Conservancy.

Mississippi River Day Trip - Canine Canoe
Aug 28, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Meet at Hidden Falls Regional Park at 9:30am for a free shuttle to East River flats. Otherwise meet at East River Flats at 10am. (map)

Day trips are a great way to experience the great outdoors right in your own backyard. We'll provide voyageur canoes, staff, all equipment and shuttles. These trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience.

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Aug 29, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

Minnesota Cooks
Aug 30, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Minnesota State Fair (map)

THE 2010 MINNESOTA COOKS SCHEDULE IS ANNOUNCED! See the below attachment for all the exciting farmers, chefs and recipes that will be gracing the stage at the 2010 Minnesota Cooks at Carousel Park at the Minnesota State Fair, Tuesday, August 31, 2010. The Minnesota Cooks program is an annual event held at the State Fair in Carousel Park. The program brings together local farmers with some of Minnesota's premier chefs as they demonstrate how they use farm fresh, Minnesota grown ingredients to create award-winning fare for their restaurants. The Minnesota Cooks program consists of eight 45-minute shows with outstanding chefs from throughout Minnesota demonstrating their talents and interacting with various emcees who interview the Minnesota farmers who produced the food, as well as local celebrity tasters.

Registration deadline for 2010-2011 session of LSP’s Farm Beginnings program
Aug 31, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
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Registration deadline for 2010-2011 session of LSP’s Farm Beginnings program; Contact: www.farmbeginnings.org; 507-523-3366

Conditioning Hike at Fort Snelling State Park
Sep 1, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Fort Snelling State Park (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 2.5 Mile Loop Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @ 6pm at the parking lot by Thomas Savage Interpretive Center or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Sixth Annual Bike Minnesota with Parks & Trails Labor Day Weekend Expedition
Sep 3, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Charles A. Lindbergh State Park 1615 Lindbergh Drive South Little Falls, MN 56345 (map)

Join former Congressman and current Minnesota Court of Appeals Judge David Minge as he leads the Sixth Annual Bike Minnesota with Parks & Trails Labor Day weekend expedition from Sept. 3 to Sept. 6. This unique adventure organized by the Parks & Trails Council will explore significant natural, historical and cultural sites in Central Minnesota. Local experts will narrate your journey as you tour the communities and landmarks along the way. This year’s ride will be based at Charles A. Lindbergh State Park and will consist of three daily loop trips. You’ll be sure to leave this fun and informative weekend adventure with many fond memories and new friends. Register by July 31, 2010 to receive the early bird rate of $175 per person for the full event or $70 per person for a single daily ride. Beginning Aug. 1, 2010 registration will cost $185 per person for the full event or $75 per person for a single daily ride. For more information on Charles A. Lindbergh State Park, please visit: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/charles_a_lindbergh/index.html For more information on the Labor Day weekend adventure, or to register, please download the event flyer or call 651-726-2457. To register go to https://www.parksandtrails.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=19

Day Hike at Pillsbury State Forest
Sep 3, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Pillsbury State Forest (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 8 mile Loop Class: Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Canoe Trip in BWCA
Sep 3, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Sawbill District of BWCA (map)

Details: Four days of canoeing in the Sawbill District of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Group cooking, group size limited to six people. RSVP to Outing Leader Basil Loney evenings (651)774-2640. Contact Information: North Star Chapter Outing Leader Basil Loney evenings (651)774-2640 For more information go to: http://mn.sierraclub.org/outings/o0182.html

Voyageur Days Festival
Sep 4, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
(map)

Join Voyageurs National Park and the community of Crane Lake at the Voyageur Days Festival on September 4, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and paddle a 26-foot North Canoe. Free.

Sunday Trip Pack-in
Sep 5, 2010 at 4:00 pm (add this)
Wilderness Inquiry 808 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

Enjoy a fun evening with our trail staff and other volunteers. Pack-In volunteers will help at the Wilderness Inquiry warehouse with returning trips. Volunteers are needed to help unload boats and trailers, wash boats, tarps, and tents, and help with a variety of other projects. WI will provide volunteers with music, snacks, fun, and a sense of accomplishment!

Mississippi River Day Trip - Labor Day Paddle
Sep 6, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Meet at Hidden Falls Regional Park at 9:30am for a free shuttle to East River flats. Otherwise meet at East River Flats at 10am. (map)

Day trips are a great way to experience the great outdoors right in your own backyard. We'll provide voyageur canoes, staff, all equipment and shuttles. These trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience. To register got to: http://www.wildernessinquiry.org/EVT06557

Conditioning hike at Battle Creek Regional Park
Sep 8, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Battle Creek Regional Park, St. Paul (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 4 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 Description Meet @6pm at parking lot off of Winthrop St. or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

VNPA 2010 Volunteer Rendezvous in Voyageurs National Park
Sep 9, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Voyageurs National Park (map)

Journey into Minnesota’s National Park for a weekend of exploration and restoration. Voyageurs National Park Association’s annual Volunteer Rendezvous will be held Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12, 2010 at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center in International Falls. With the scenic backdrop of Rainy Lake, volunteers will restore a high-use area near the Visitor Center crowded with invasive Reed Canary Grass, a plant that threatens native wetland vegetation. Volunteers will work with National Park Service staff to plant native trees, shrubs and wildflowers that have cultural and medicinal significance in Ojibway tradition. The area will become an educational display garden for Voyageurs National Park visitors. The Volunteer Rendezvous is not all work and no play! Volunteer work during the day allows for evening hours of exploration in the stunning ecosystem of Voyageurs National Park. Voyageurs National Park Association also hosts an Appreciation Dinner to recognize the volunteers who lend a hand during the weekend, as well as a special group outing on the Park’s new Voyageur tour boat. Accommodations and Meals Lodging will be reserved for out-of-town volunteers at Ogichi Daa Kwe, near the Rainy Lake Visitor Center, in Ogichi’s main lodge and rustic cabins. Cost of lodging at Ogichi is $35 per person per night. Lodge rooms and cabins are furnished with twin and double beds, as well as restrooms and showers, but please plan on bringing a sleeping bag, pillow, sheet to sleep on, and a towel. Rooms are not heated. Please pack weather appropriate clothing. Meals will be provided by Ogichi’s chef. Individual meal costs are as follows: Breakfast $10, Bagged Lunch $6, and Dinner $16. Voyageurs National Park Association will be hosting a volunteer appreciation dinner Saturday night – volunteers are not responsible for the cost of Saturday’s dinner. Additionally, refreshments will be served aboard the Voyageur tour boat as a part of a special tour Saturday night. If you have any dietary concerns or require a more detailed menu, please contact VNPA. A down payment of the cost of lodging is required with registration; meals can be paid for at the end of the weekend. Registration A registration brochure will soon be available. For more information or to reserve your spot at the 2010 Volunteer Rendezvous, please contact Voyageurs National Park Association (VNPA) at vnpa@voyageurs.org or (612) 333-5424.

Freezing Food Safely for Later Use
Sep 9, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Wedge Natural Food Co-op, Minneapolis (map)

How do you freeze tomatoes, sweet corn and apples? Learn the why and how of blanching vegetables, pre-treating and freezing fruits, the right packaging materials to use and storage recommendations for frozen food. Store fall’s bounty in your freezer! Contact and registration: www.wedge.coop/store/store-classes.html Fee: $15 nonmembers / $12 members Instructor: Suzanne Driessen, University of Minnesota Extension Educator in Food Science

Minnesota Conservation Federation's 58th Annual Assembly
Sep 10, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Austin Holiday Inn, Austin, MN (map)

This year's Annual Assembly will be held in Austin, Minnesota at the Holiday Inn. Accommodations are at the Holiday Inn in Austin. A block of rooms have been reserved for the MCF. All rooms are $72.99 per room for a single king or 2 double beds. When making your reservation mention that you want one ofthe rooms reserved for the Minnesota Conservation Federation. Please call the Holiday Inn at 1-800-985-8850. Deadline to reserve a room at our room rate is August 10, 2010. See you in September!

Day Hike at Lake Maria State Park
Sep 10, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Lake Maria State Park (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 4.1 Mile Loop Class: Beginner/ Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Conditioning Hike at Coon Rapids Regional Park
Sep 15, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Coon Rapids regional Park (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 4 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @6pm at parking at the visitor center or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Oak Savanna Interpretive Tour
Sep 15, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Near 36th and West River Parkway, Minneapolis (map)

Carolyn Carr, an ecologist with Ecological Strategies, will lead an interpretive tour of the special Oak Savanna in the Mississippi River Gorge. Carolyn has years of experience conducting educational and outreach programs to protect open space and restore natural areas, particularly in urban areas, and has been an integral part of the work in this section of the River Gorge. Gorge Stewards volunteers have embraced and played a key role in the health of this community gem. This area harbors the highest quality plant communities remaining in the River Gorge, including a mesic prairie and a remnant oak brushland/woodland undergoing restoration to oak savanna. Through Oak Savanna Workdays and other River Gorge events, volunteers remove invasive species, pick up litter, collect seeds, plant native species, and more. Thanks to their countless hours, not to mention the collaboration of many partner organizations, the area that was once a buckthorn thicket now has renewed life. Read more about the history of this oak savanna at this oak savanna workday listing. Ready to register? Please note that while this tour is free, pre-registration is required as capacity is limited, and early sign-up highly encouraged. This page will be updated and note when the event fills. Please note there is another Oak Savanna tour offered as well this day. To register go to: http://ostour.eventbrite.com/?ref=ebtn

Day Hike at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Sep 17, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 7.5 Mile Loop Class: Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Seed Collection at Weaver Dunes with the Nature Conservancy
Sep 18, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Weaver Dunes, Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

Join the Nature Conservancy for a day to help the Weaver Dunes. For more information about volunteering, call the Conservancy at 612-331-0762 or email mnvolunteer@tnc.org to sign up for the monthly volunteer e-newsletter.

Conditioning Hike at Lake Elmo Park reserve
Sep 22, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Lake Elmo Park Reserve (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 5 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description Meet @6pm at parking at the park office or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Day Hike at Afton State Park
Sep 24, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Afton State Park (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 6 Mile Loop Class: Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

National Public Lands Day
Sep 25, 2010 at 10:00 am (add this)
Rainy Lake Visitor Center (map)

National Public Lands Day encourages people of all ages to get outside and enjoy the nation’s public lands. On Saturday, September 25, 2010 visitors are invited to celebrate Voyageurs National Park’s 35th anniversary by hiking the Oberholtzer Trail with a park naturalist. This one-hour hike begins just outside the Rainy Lake Visitor Center at 11:00 a.m. Free.

Mississippi River Day Trip - Autumn Blaze
Sep 26, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Meet at Hidden Falls Regional Park at 9:30am for a free shuttle to East River flats. Otherwise meet at East River Flats at 10am. (map)

Day trips are a great way to experience the great outdoors right in your own backyard. We'll provide voyageur canoes, staff, all equipment and shuttles. These trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience. To register go to: http://www.wildernessinquiry.org/register/registershort.php?evtid=EVT06558

Conditioning Hike at Coon Rapids Regional Park
Sep 29, 2010 at 5:00 pm (add this)
Coon Rapids Regional Park (map)

Type: Conditioning Hike Approximate Mileage: 4 Miles Class: Beginner/Intermediate Pace: Med Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 Description Meet @6pm at parking at the visitor center or call Joyce for details. For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Day Hike at Richard T Anderson Conservation Area
Oct 1, 2010 at 6:00 pm (add this)
Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area (map)

Type: Day Hike Approximate Mileage: 5 Mile Loop Class: Beginner/ Intermediate Pace: Moderate Leader: Joyce Icardo, (307) 690-7161 or ladyhiker123@juno.com Description For details please call the leader as listed for each individual outing, you will be instructed as to what you need to bring, meeting location and time. As much as possible, The Sierra Club encourages car pooling. We generally limit our group size to 12 people. Miles are recorded as "Round Trip." If a snow shoe/ski is scheduled, it will automatically become a hike if there is no snow. If a hike is scheduled, it will automatically become a snow shoe/ski if there is snow. Hikes are geared for beginner/intermediate hikers, which are usually 3-9 miles with minimal elevation gain. We are excited about our new schedule and looking forward to seeing you on our outings!

Seed Collection at the Sand Coulee/Rare Prairie
Oct 2, 2010 at 8:00 am (add this)
Sand Coulee Scientific and Natural Area, near Hastings (map)

Enjoy a hands-on seed identification and collection training while enjoying a rare example of a sand gravel prairie. Seed will be used for further habitat restoration. Large quantities — of volunteers and seed alike — needed! Previous seed collection is not required — all abilities and groups are welcome. This activity, though, is very detail oriented and best suited for teenagers and up. About the Coulee Home to 13 rare plant and animal species, FMR helped this Hastings-area gem earn SNA or Scientific and Natural Area status from the Department of Natural Resources — affording it the highest level of protection in the state. The site is home to pussytoes, prairie smoke, blue-eyed grass, Carolina puccoon, and toadflax to name just a few native plant species, and is renown for its bird population, including larksparrow, loggerhead shrike, and many other species who depend upon such rare patches of native habitat. To learn more about the Sand Coulee, please visit our Sand Coulee profile feature and our Sand Coulee project page. This event is also part of the Vermillion Stewards program, which involves volunteers in hands-on stewardship and educational programs throughout the unique Vermillion River watershed. Ready to register? To ensure a high-quality experience, capacity is limited and pre-registration required. To sign up, contact FMR Program Assistant Meghan Dudle at mdudle[at]fmr.org or by selecting "Meghan Dudle" in thedropdown menu under "Category" in our contact form. She can also be reached at 651-222-2193 x23. Please include: the name of the event, your name, address and phone number and the number in your party.

Mississippi River Day Trip - Fall Colors
Oct 2, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Meet at Hidden Falls Regional Park at 9:30am for a free shuttle to East River flats. Otherwise meet at East River Flats at 10am. (map)

Day trips are a great way to experience the great outdoors right in your own backyard. We'll provide voyageur canoes, staff, all equipment and shuttles. These trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience. To register go to: http://www.wildernessinquiry.org/register/registershort.php?evtid=EVT06559

Movie Day at Voyageurs National Park
Oct 3, 2010 at 1:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake Visitor Center (map)

Join park staff for a family friendly movie on Sunday, October 3, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. Popcorn and refreshments are provided. Sponsored by the Friends of Voyageurs National Park. Free.

Seed Collection at Weaver Dunes
Oct 16, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

For information about Weaver Dunes workdays, contact the workday coordinator at (507) 289-3959

Brush Removal at Weaver Dunes with the Nature Conservancy
Oct 23, 2010 at 9:00 am (add this)
Weaver Dunes, Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

Join the Nature Conservancy for a day to help the Weaver Dunes. For more information about volunteering, call the Conservancy at 612-331-0762 or email mnvolunteer@tnc.org to sign up for the monthly volunteer e-newsletter.

Movie Day at Voyageurs National Park
Nov 3, 2010 at 1:00 pm (add this)
Rainy Lake Visitor Center (map)

Join park staff for a family friendly movie on Sunday, October 3, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. Popcorn and refreshments are provided. Sponsored by the Friends of Voyageurs National Park. Free.

Brush Removal at Weaver Dunes with the Nature Conservancy
Nov 27, 2010 at 10:00 am (add this)
Weaver Dunes, Wabasha County, near Kellogg (map)

Join the Nature Conservancy for a day to help the Weaver Dunes. For more information about volunteering, call the Conservancy at 612-331-0762 or email mnvolunteer@tnc.org to sign up for the monthly volunteer e-newsletter.