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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261128
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SUMMARY:Offices Closed – Trails Open
DESCRIPTION:Dodge buildings and offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. Trails are open during daylight hours for you to hike and explore! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/offices-closed-trails-open-thanksgiving-2026
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T143000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260529T152241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T152241Z
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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;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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SUMMARY:Halloween Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate Halloween at Dodge Nature Center’s Shepard Farm Property in Cottage Grove! \nTrick-or-treat through the woods\, ride on the tractor-pulled wagon to look for ghosts and goblins\, and meet slithery creatures. Try your luck at field games to win extra treats\, then settle in for some silly science skits that will educate and entertain. Food will be available for purchase while you are enjoying the fall fun. \nTICKETS\n\nOnline sales coming soon! \n\nOnline Tickets $8 \nDay-of Tickets $10 \nKids 2 & Under Free! \n\n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/halloween-extravaganza-2026
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260721T151227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T151227Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Playdate
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Michael Harrison\, M. Ed.\, for 4-week fall series of Nature Playdates!  \nExplore the woodlands\, farm\, and animals at Shepard Farm in fall. Each class will include an inside group gathering time\, a short walk (a quarter- to a half-mile) outside exploring Dodge’s ecosystems\, and a closing activity.  \nThrough this program\, adults will gain confidence being outdoors with their young child and learn strategies to support their development.  \nThis program is designed for children ages 2–5 years. The $80 cost is per child; an adult must accompany each child at no additional cost. A child will get the most out of the class if they can move independently over uneven terrain.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-playdate/2026-10-07
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260721T152306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T152306Z
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SUMMARY:Women in the Woods: All About Bees
DESCRIPTION:What’s the buzz about bees? Join naturalist Pam Welisevich and other women interested in the natural world to dive into the hive and discover the fascinating lives of honeybees! With a drink in hand\, learn how bees communicate\, work together\, and support the plants and foods we depend on.  \nWomen\, female-identifying\, and non-binary adults age 21+ are all welcome at Women in the Woods.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/women-in-the-woods-all-about-bees
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260721T150323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T203234Z
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SUMMARY:Dancing at Dodge
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist fellows Simone Gingerich-Boberg and Ceili Allder for a 3-week series of movement exploration at Dodge! Each class will bring movement to the outdoors: swoop like a sparrow\, reach like a branch\, and leap like a frog.  \nKids will be introduced to grounding warm-up exercises\, foundational movement techniques\, and investigations of the natural world. Each class will end with an opportunity for participants to apply newfound skills in creating their own movement phrases.  \nThis program is designed for children ages 5–7. Children will participate independently; adults are welcome to stay onsite during the program. Lesson themes will vary. No experience is required! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/dancing-at-dodge/2026-09-28
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260529T141827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T154516Z
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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/tal-bread-2026
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:20260924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260721T144505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T135314Z
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SUMMARY:Paint by Nature: Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Create your own butterfly-inspired masterpiece in this guided painting class! Naturalist and artist Ashley Johnson will provide all the materials\, step-by-step instruction\, and a butterfly template that you can personalize with your own creative flair. Along the way\, discover the fascinating story of the iconic monarch butterfly and its incredible migration\, and get inspired by real butterfly specimens.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/paint-by-nature-butterflies
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:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260721T143359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T143359Z
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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-sept-26
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260615T155511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T204014Z
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SUMMARY:Night for Nature 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dodge Nature Center’s 60th anniversary is coming up in 2027\, and we’re kicking off this historic milestone at Night for Nature! \nFor six decades\, Dodge has grown because of people like you: people who believe in the power of nature and the importance of protecting it for future generations. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening outdoors as we celebrate Dodge’s past\, honor the community that has helped us thrive\, and raise funds to support 60 more years—and beyond—of environmental education. \n\nFor more event details and to purchase tickets\, see Night for Nature 2026. \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/night-for-nature-2026
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260720T204857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T204857Z
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SUMMARY:Nature After Dinner: The Buzz About Bees
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Pam Welisevich for an eye-opening look into the fascinating world of bees! Dive into the hive to learn how these animals communicate and why they are so important to our food web.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/nature-after-dinner-the-buzz-about-bees
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260720T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T203932Z
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SUMMARY:Down on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a tour of Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove! Meet farm animals as you explore the historic barn\, poultry pens\, and wide pastures.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/down-on-the-farm-sept-14
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260720T201020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T201020Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Flapjack
DESCRIPTION:Head to the farm to meet some barnyard friends and discover where breakfast begins! Collect fresh ingredients\, churn butter\, crack farm-fresh eggs\, and practice your pancake-flipping skills before gathering around the table to enjoy a stack of delicious homemade flapjacks.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/farm-to-flapjack
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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SUMMARY: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/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:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260720T195408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T195408Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the sights\, sounds\, and smells of fall on Dodge’s farm! Tour the barnyard and meet pigs\, sheep\, chickens\, goats\, and cows.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/fall-farm-tour
LOCATION:1701 Charlton Street\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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
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CATEGORIES:All Ages
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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SUMMARY:Offices Closed – Trails Open
DESCRIPTION:Dodge buildings and offices will be closed for Labor Day. Trails are open during daylight hours for you to hike and explore! \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/offices-closed-trails-open-labor-day-2026
LOCATION:365 Marie Avenue W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T151500
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
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
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CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T151500
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260522T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T134240Z
UID:28474-1787818500-1787843700@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-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:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260205T154659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154659Z
UID:27360-1787767200-1787774400@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260723T052405
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:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260723T052405
CREATED:20260618T131630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T171113Z
UID:28636-1787076000-1787086800@www.dodgenaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Coal Forge Blacksmithing Project Shop: Forged Hummingbird
DESCRIPTION:This program is cancelled. Visit the Activities Calendar for more upcoming programs.\n\nJoin blacksmithing instructor Lee Meilleur from Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center for a two-day blacksmithing workshop at Dodge’s forge at Shepard Farm!  \nTransform steel into a hummingbird figure! Using forge\, hammer\, and anvil\, you’ll learn core blacksmithing techniques such as tapering\, shaping\, and texturing.  \nAligned with the energy of the summer solstice\, this class invites lightness\, focus\, and presence into the forging process. The hummingbird carries deep spiritual symbolism across many cultures. It often represents joy\, resilience\, adaptability\, and the ability to find sweetness even in moments of intensity. As we work with heat to shape and form steel\, you’ll be encouraged to slow down and move with purpose. \nBy the end\, you’ll leave with a completed sculptural hummingbird and new forging skills.  \nOpen to beginners! All materials and consumables included in class cost.  \n
URL:https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/event/coal-forge-blacksmithing-project-shop-forged-hummingbird/2026-08-18
LOCATION:8946 70th Street S\, Cottage Grove\, MN\, 55016\, United States
GEO:44.8510656;-92.9250669
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CATEGORIES:Adults
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