upcoming programs and events
All programs held in the Interpretive Center unless otherwise specified.
RSVP by emailing info@hormelnaturecenter.org, calling 507-437-7519, or in person at the Interpretive Center.
RSVP by emailing info@hormelnaturecenter.org, calling 507-437-7519, or in person at the Interpretive Center.
May
Canoe and Kayak Rental Begin
Rentals begin May 27
Rentals begin at 9:00 am, last rental goes out at 3:30 pm, must be back by 4:30 pm.
$10 per boat, includes paddles and lifejacket. Rollers for canoe/kayak included if available.
3 hours maximum rental time.
Cash or check only.
For more information [click here]
Rentals begin May 27
Rentals begin at 9:00 am, last rental goes out at 3:30 pm, must be back by 4:30 pm.
$10 per boat, includes paddles and lifejacket. Rollers for canoe/kayak included if available.
3 hours maximum rental time.
Cash or check only.
For more information [click here]
Sola Fide Observatory Open House Night
Saturday, May 27; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the stars. The big telescope will be pointed at the stars while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.
Saturday, May 27; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the stars. The big telescope will be pointed at the stars while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.
Interpretive Center Closed
Monday, May 29; No canoe/kayak rentals
Trails remain open.
Monday, May 29; No canoe/kayak rentals
Trails remain open.
June
Senior Special and Family Program
Thursday, June 8; Senior: 10:00 am / Family: 1:00 pm
Interpretive Center Classroom; Free
Naturalist/Teacher intern Akiko will be presenting. Her senior special will be about the wonders of natural history and what goes on behind the scenes of a natural history museum. Her family program will focus on birds.
Thursday, June 8; Senior: 10:00 am / Family: 1:00 pm
Interpretive Center Classroom; Free
Naturalist/Teacher intern Akiko will be presenting. Her senior special will be about the wonders of natural history and what goes on behind the scenes of a natural history museum. Her family program will focus on birds.
Sola Fide Observatory Open House Night
Saturday, June 10th; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the stars. The big telescope will be pointed at the stars while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.
Saturday, June 10th; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the stars. The big telescope will be pointed at the stars while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.
Sola Fide Observatory Open House Night-Moon Viewing
Saturday, June 10th; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the moon. The big telescope will be pointed at the moon while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.
Saturday, June 10th; 9:30 - 11:00 p.m.
*Weather dependent; if there is cloud cover or rain, this event is cancelled.
Join a naturalist out at the Sola Fide Observatory for a free open house night to look at the moon. The big telescope will be pointed at the moon while a naturalist tells you all about what you are looking at.