Birds are migrating from their winter home to their summer home. Join us on a hike as we use binoculars and our ears to identify the birds we only see once or twice a year. Bird friendly coffee will be provided! Age requirements for this activity are between Ages 8...
Our nature center has several Minnesota animals who live on site and teach us about nature. Come meet a few, learn their favorite meals and see them up close. This is an ongoing program. Free. Drop-ins welcome.
Drop-In Discoveries: Interpretive Naturalist Booth Stop by and visit with one of our interpretive naturalists who can identify animals and plants, make personalized trail suggestions, offer wellness practices, recommend programs for your interests, suggest outdoor recreation resources and more! Drop in anytime.
In My Neighborhood: Ticks Listen to a 30-minute presentation about the different types of ticks you in Minnesota and where they can be found. Learn how to enjoy the outdoors while protecting yourself. Head out to the prairie with a naturalist to do a peaceful activity in the long grass,...
Many animals have babies in the spring season. What advantages and disadvantages are there for different animals? We will talk about which animals give birth in the spring, touch furs and other animal artifacts, hike a trail looking for homes and play a game of survival in the woods.
Drop-In Discoveries—Creatures Under the Microscope View the creatures of the pond in a new way using a microscope for up close discovery.
My Preschooler & Me Salamanders - 4/18 Explore nature with your preschooler as you both participate in hands-on discoveries. Listen to the book "The Salamander Room" by Anne Mazer. Meet and touch our animal ambassador, the salamander. Make a salamander art project, and go for a hike in the woods...
Enjoy the company of other women on a leisurely hike. Finish the evening with conversation and, if you desire, a glass of wine from home. Age requirements for this activity are between Ages 21 years and up
My Preschooler & Me Salamanders - 4/18 Explore nature with your preschooler as you both participate in hands-on discoveries. Listen to the book "The Salamander Room" by Anne Mazer. Meet and touch our animal ambassador, the salamander. Make a salamander art project, and go for a hike in the woods...
Wellness Wednesday Join us for a low impact guided trail walk that engages the whole person (physical, mental, emotional). Each session includes a low impact physical activity and wellness practice such as meditation, breathing exercise or nature reading. Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Meets snow or shine. Nordic poles...
Drop-In Discoveries: Big Year of Rivers Geocaching Learn how to use a GPS, then head out on the trails to discover fascinating river facts as we celebrate the Big Year of Rivers.
Summer is finally around the corner! At Eastman Nature Center, we are a great summer destination for several nature hobbies: pond dipping, birding, watercolor painting, shelter building, flower ID and more. Kick off the season with a day where you can give these activities a try. Find your next summer...
Spring Bike to Eastman Nature Center Get together with your friends and bike to Eastman Nature Center for the first time this season! Start at one of two entrances to Elm Creek Park Reserve that will eventually lead you to Eastman. Make stops along the way to read interpretive signs...