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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000
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SUMMARY:Taste and Learn: Charcuterie
DESCRIPTION:Impress your friends and loved ones with an elegant charcuterie board in this Taste and Learn program!   \nLearn about the history of charcuterie\, which types of foods are commonly used\, how to create a charcuterie board to match a specific theme\, and the art of arranging foods in creative\, eye-catching displays. You’ll not only get to sample a variety of bites but also learn how to use foods to form flowers and other decorative features. Learning was never so delicious!   \nEach participant will take home their own version of a small charcuterie board.   \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/taste-and-learn-charcuterie-nov-26
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260529T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T143712Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia!
DESCRIPTION:As the nights grow longer and the air becomes crisp\, thoughts turn to all things Halloween\, including owls! This fall\, enjoy a relaxing self-guided hike as you test your know who and discover fascinating facts about owls in Minnesota.  \nTrails are open daily from sunrise to sunset.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/trivia-on-the-trails-owl-trivia/2026-10-22
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260529T141827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141827Z
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SUMMARY:Taste and Learn: Knead to Know – Homemade Yeast Bread
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make a simple yet satisfying honey whole wheat yeast bread in this fun and informative 3-hour class!  \nWe’ll lead you through the entire process\, from explaining the differences in flour and yeast to guiding you as you mix and shape a beautiful loaf. While the dough rises and bakes\, delve into the art of making butter and simple jams to perfectly complement your homemade bread.  \nLearning was never so delicious! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/taste-and-learn-knead-to-know-homemade-yeast-bread-2
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260529T134517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T134517Z
UID:28494-1789207200-1789228800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:​​Adult​   Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Fire Poker
DESCRIPTION:Join blacksmithing instructor Lee Meilleur from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for a one-day blacksmithing workshop at Dodge’s forge at Shepard Farm!  \nTransform a piece of raw metal into an artistic yet functional fire poker for your fireplace or fire pit. You’ll learn about traditional methods and equipment\, including the coal forge\, hammer\, tongs\, and anvil. To create your custom hand-forged piece\, you’ll practice essential skills: taper\, bend\, twist\, forge weld\, and collar.  \nOpen to beginners\, though some forging experience will be helpful. All materials and consumables included in class cost.  \nAbout the Instructor\nLee Meilleur has seven years of blacksmithing and metalwork experience and has trained at CAFAC\, North House Folk School\, The Guild of Metalsmiths\, Saint Paul College\, and The Hack Factory. He is an instructor with The Guild of Metalsmiths and volunteers at the Minnesota Transportation Museum\, where he contributes to blacksmithing and fabrication projects. Lee values collaboration and enjoys working with others to create\, restore\, and teach. His dedication to craftsmanship and community drives his passion for preserving and sharing the art of metalwork.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/adult-coal-forge-blacksmithing-project-shop-fire-poker
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260529T135645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T135645Z
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SUMMARY:Mixed Precipitation's Pickup Truck Opera: Tales of Hoffmann
DESCRIPTION:With the barn as your backdrop\, come to Dodge Nature Center to enjoy Tales of Hoffmann! Mixed Precipitation celebrates 18 years of outdoor opera with their futuristic version of Jacques Offenbach’s 1881 opera.  \nABOUT THE SHOW\nFollow the wild adventures of traveling poet\, Hoffmann\, as he seeks love and creative inspiration in a world overrun by technology. He meets ghosts\, robots\, magicians\, and shape-shifting demons in this lively fantasy. With a mix of 1990s grunge and R&B\, the Pickup Truck Opera is a one-of-a-kind mix of classical opera and pop tunes you’ll love. Full for all ages!  \nAudiences are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or a blanket for seating on the grass\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, and a water bottle. Indoor\, accessible bathrooms are available in the Farm Education Building.  \nAll performances are offered for a suggested donation ($5–$50). Youth\, teens\, and children under 18 are welcome to attend for free.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/mixed-precipitations-pickup-truck-opera-tales-of-hoffmann
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
GEO:44.8949219;-93.0982894
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T181104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132545Z
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SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (Cottage Grove) Grades 3-5
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Spend the day exploring\, creating\, and playing in the big woods and farm fields of Shepard Farm. Discover the lives of plants and animals\, make forts and shelters\, and enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll build yourself. Send summer off the Dodge way.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear\n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-cottage-grove-grades-3-5-aug27
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T134240Z
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SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (Cottage Grove) Grades 1-2
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Nature will be your playground as you learn and play in the big woods and farm fields of Shepard Farm. Meet cows\, sheep\, chickens\, and more animals on the farm. Gather around the campfire to send off summer with a toasty treat.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear\n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-cottage-grove-grades-1-2-aug27
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260205T154659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154659Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to keep honeybees\, but didn’t know where to start? Here’s your chance! Learn beekeeping from Dodge staff at Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove. You’ll work bees throughout the entire season\, starting from a new package in spring\, harvesting honey at summer’s end\, and preparing the hives for winter.   \nProtective gear (bee suit\, gloves\, and veil) is required to work in the hives. Participants must provide their own gear. We recommend Mann Lake Bee & Ag Supply for gear needs. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/intro-to-beekeeping/2026-08-26
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T180220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132443Z
UID:28472-1787732100-1787757300@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (Cottage Grove) Grades 3-5
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Spend the day exploring\, creating\, and playing in the big woods and farm fields of Shepard Farm. Discover the lives of plants and animals\, make forts and shelters\, and enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll build yourself. Send summer off the Dodge way.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-cottage-grove-grades-3-5-aug26
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T175133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132423Z
UID:28470-1787732100-1787757300@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (Cottage Grove) Grades 1-2
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Nature will be your playground as you learn and play in the big woods and farm fields of Shepard Farm. Meet cows\, sheep\, chickens\, and more animals on the farm. Gather around the campfire to send off summer with a toasty treat.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear\n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-cottage-grove-grades-1-2-aug26
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T174649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132356Z
UID:28468-1787645700-1787670900@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (West St. Paul) Grades 3-4
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Spend the day exploring\, creating\, and playing in the woods\, wetlands\, and prairie of Dodge. Discover the lives of plants and animals\, make forts and shelters\, and enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll build yourself. Send summer off the Dodge way.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-west-st-paul-grades-3-4-aug25
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T174010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132325Z
UID:28466-1787645700-1787670900@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (West St. Paul) Grades 1-2
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Nature will be your playground as you hide in the tall prairie grasses\, climb trees in the woods\, and look for turtles and toads around the pond. Meet cows\, sheep\, chickens\, and more animals on the farm. Gather around the campfire to send off summer with a toasty treat.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-west-st-paul-grades-1-2-aug25
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T173809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132243Z
UID:28464-1787559300-1787584500@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (West St. Paul) Grades 3-4
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Spend the day exploring\, creating\, and playing in the woods\, wetlands\, and prairie of Dodge. Discover the lives of plants and animals\, make forts and shelters\, and enjoy snacks around a campfire you’ll build yourself. Send summer off the Dodge way.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-west-st-paul-grades-3-4-aug24
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T151500
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260522T173224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132200Z
UID:28451-1787559300-1787584500@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:One Last Wild Day (West St. Paul) Grades 1-2
DESCRIPTION:One last camp-style adventure awaits before the school year begins! Nature will be your playground as you hide in the tall prairie grasses\, climb trees in the woods\, and look for turtles and toads around the pond. Meet cows\, sheep\, chickens\, and more animals on the farm. Gather around the campfire to send off summer with a toasty treat.  \nWhat to bring\n\nKids will spend most of their time outside—dress for the weather in clothing that can get dirty and wear closed-toe shoes. They should also bring: \n\nLunch \nTwo snacks \nFull water bottle \nSunscreen and bug spray \nBackpack or bag to hold their gear \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/one-last-wild-day-west-st-paul-grades-1-2-aug24
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260427T205539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T140239Z
UID:28276-1787403600-1787409000@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Taste and Learn: Harvest Time
DESCRIPTION:The growing season is ending—it’s time to harvest all the bounty from your garden and at farmer’s markets! But what to do with all that produce? \nJoin naturalist Teresa Root to learn how to enjoy all that food now and in the months ahead by using techniques like drying\, pickling\, and freezing. Bring an appetite because there will be a variety of foods to sample. Learning was never so delicious! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/taste-and-learn-harvest-time
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260408T200050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T204810Z
UID:28152-1787162400-1787169600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Bees to Mead
DESCRIPTION:Explore the science of honey and how it’s made into mead\, the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage. Put on a bee suit and get up close to our honeybee hives. Learn about and sample a variety of delicious meads. Bee there or bee square! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/bees-to-mead
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260416T201150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T201150Z
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SUMMARY:Universe in the Park (West St. Paul)
DESCRIPTION:Starry summer skies await you and your family! Join staff from the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics at the University of Minnesota outdoors at Dodge for a closer look at outer space.  \nYour evening starts with a short outdoor presentation and slideshow to introduce you to the solar system and the tools astronomers use to study it. Then\, as weather permits\, you can view the sky through 8-inch reflecting telescopes until 10 p.m.  \nWhat do you wonder about the universe? Be sure to bring your questions! Staff are ready with answers about everything from amateur astronomy to the latest discoveries of space scientists.  \nWear comfortable clothing and bug repellant as the temperature dips and mosquitoes emerge after dark.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/universe-in-the-park-west-st-paul
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260416T185544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T185544Z
UID:28234-1786041000-1786048200@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Join Silvae Spiritus Nature & Forest Therapy\, certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs\, for a guided forest bathing experience!  \nForest bathing is a slow-moving\, deeply sensory\, mindful and “bodyful” walk in nature that has shown to result in measurable physiological\, cognitive\, and emotional benefits. Much like walking meditation or yoga\, these activities can be practiced on one’s own\, almost anywhere\, and yet the benefits greatly increase with regular practice. Forest bathing is significantly more immersive when facilitated by properly trained and certified guides—you’ll be guided by an expert through this program!   \nOver the course of this walk\, you will be given a series of invitations and suggested ways to connect to your natural surroundings. This experience will be mostly silent\, honors each participant’s personal space\, and covers just about 1.5 miles over generally flat surfaces.  \nAt the end of each invitation\, the group will have an opportunity to share a few words of reflection\, integrating the experience both internally and within community. The walk concludes with tea and light snacks.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/forest-bathing-august-2026
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T182335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T182335Z
UID:28065-1786004100-1786028400@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 3-5): Dodge's Greatest Hits
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nLet’s play all the greatest hits of summer camp at Dodge! Build forts\, make fires and cook food over them\, and forage for wild foods to eat. Come ready to rock and roll in the woods\, wetlands\, and prairies of Dodge.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-3-5-dodges-greatest-hits/2026-08-06
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T181714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T181714Z
UID:28060-1786004100-1786028400@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 1-2): Best of Dodge
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nNature will be your playground as you hide in the prairie grasses\, climb trees in the woods\, and explore the ponds. You’ll hold chickens\, catch frogs\, and build shelters—there is so much to do at Dodge. Bring your sense of adventure!  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-1-2-best-of-dodge/2026-08-06
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260416T193944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194122Z
UID:28238-1785529800-1785535200@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Universe in the Park (Cottage Grove)
DESCRIPTION:Starry summer skies await you and your family! Join staff from the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics at the University of Minnesota outdoors at Dodge for a closer look at outer space.  \nYour evening starts with a short outdoor presentation and slideshow to introduce you to the solar system and the tools astronomers use to study it. Then\, as weather permits\, you can view the sky through 8-inch reflecting telescopes until 10 p.m.  \nWhat do you wonder about the universe? Be sure to bring your questions! Staff are ready with answers about everything from amateur astronomy to the latest discoveries of space scientists.  \nWear comfortable clothing and bug repellant as the temperature dips and mosquitoes emerge after dark.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/universe-in-the-park-cottage-grove
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T181413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T181413Z
UID:28055-1785399300-1785423600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 3-5): Wildwood Explorers
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nThe forest is full of secrets\, waiting for curious explorers! Wander winding trails\, meet animals that call the woods home\, and practice woodland skills like building shelters and sparking small fires.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-3-5-wildwood-explorers/2026-07-30
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T180959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T180959Z
UID:28050-1785399300-1785423600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 1-2): Catch 'Em All!
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nCalling all Pokémon fans—an adventure awaits at Shepard Farm! Search high and low for the real-life inspirations behind your favorite Pokémon as you investigate fields\, gardens\, and trails. With games\, art\, snacks\, and plenty of outdoor adventures\, dive into the world of Pokémon—just keep an eye out in case Team Rocket tries to crash the fun!  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-1-2-catch-em-all/2026-07-30
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T180542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T180542Z
UID:28045-1785399300-1785423600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 3-5): CSI: Critter Sighting Investigators
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nTracks in the mud\, feathers in the woods\, unusual odors in the air—animal mysteries are all around the nature center! Who are these mystery critters and what have they been doing? It’s time to become a C.S.I. – Critter Sighting Investigator. Practice your observation skills as we explore the nature center\, looking for clues and investigating the signs animals leave behind.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-3-5-csi-critter-sighting-investigators/2026-07-30
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T180120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T180120Z
UID:28040-1785399300-1785423600@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 1-2): Sticks and Sparks
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nThe woods are calling! Search the forest for the perfect walking stick\, then hit the trails through Dodge’s prairies\, woods\, and wetlands. Scout a campsite and work together to build a cozy shelter with sticks and tarps. Practice fire safety as you start mini campfires\, gather fuel\, and keep the flames going. Wrap up each day with a fire-roasted snack and silly campfire stories.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-1-2-sticks-and-sparks/2026-07-30
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260429T184302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T135704Z
UID:28289-1784829600-1784836800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Mandalas
DESCRIPTION:Slow down\, look closely\, and let nature spark your creativity! Inspired by the practices of forest bathing and morning altars\, this two-hour workshop invites you to connect with the land and create art in collaboration with the natural world.   \nWe’ll ground ourselves in the peaceful setting of the woods\, take time to wander and gather natural materials with care\, and craft collages that reflect the season. Together\, we’ll share our creations—then gently return them to the earth.   \nPlease dress for the weather and bring a pair of scissors for nature cuttings. \n\nInstructor Elizabeth Fletcher (MFA\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT-200\, RYT-500) helps people tap into their innate creativity and finds constant inspiration in nature.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-mandalas-2026
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
GEO:44.8949219;-93.0982894
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T174651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T174651Z
UID:28035-1784794500-1784818800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 3-5): Dodge Quest
DESCRIPTION:Adventure waits for no one! Are you ready? Sharpen the skills you’ll need to succeed as you build camps\, level up your fire-building and cooking abilities\, and prepare for friendly combat challenges along the way. Come take on the quest!  \n An $8 materials fee is included in this camp cost.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-3-5-dodge-quest/2026-07-23
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T173846Z
UID:28030-1784794500-1784818800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 1-2): Campfire Chefs
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nDo you have what it takes to be a campfire chef? Learn the basics of cooking over open flame as you build your own log stovetop and chop\, cook\, and create classic campfire recipes. Head home with your very own campfire recipe book!  \n A $10 materials fee is included in this camp cost.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-1-2-campfire-chefs/2026-07-23
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T161834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T161834Z
UID:28018-1784794500-1784818800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 3-5): Marvelous Minerals and Radical Rocks
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nDiscover the power of rocks! Play rock games\, build your own rock collection\, and experiment with how rocks and fossils are formed. Use rocks and minerals to create art\, make fires\, and explore how people long ago used rocks as tools.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-3-5-marvelous-minerals-and-radical-rocks/2026-07-23
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T140509
CREATED:20260403T161413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T161413Z
UID:28013-1784794500-1784818800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Grades 1-2): Bloom and Wander
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nThe greenspaces and gardens of Dodge are bursting with blooms! Spend the week exploring the magical world of plants through hands-on\, plant-inspired activities\, nature walks\, and art projects. Along the way\, meet the insects and wildlife that depend on plants and discover how everything grows together.  \nInformation You Need to Know\n\nSee Camp Policies & Information for important information like what to bring to camp\, check-in and checkout details\, cancellation policy\, and more. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-grades-1-2-bloom-and-wander/2026-07-23
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,Summer Camp
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