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upcoming programs and events 

All programs held in the Interpretive Center unless otherwise specified.
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RSVP by emailing info@hormelnaturecenter.org, calling 507-437-7519, or in person at the Interpretive Center. 
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May

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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]


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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. 


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Interpretive Center Closed
Monday, May 29; No canoe/kayak rentals 
Trails remain open.  


June

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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. 



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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. 


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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. 


Contact                                                   
Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
1304 21st St NE
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-7519
Email: info@hormelnaturecenter.org

Fax: (507) 396-2903
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  • Home
  • About
    • eNewsletters
    • FAQ/Rules
    • Trail Map
    • Education Programs
    • History
    • Staff
    • Nature Center Gifts
    • Canoe & Kayak Rental
    • Injured/Abandoned Animals
    • 50th Anniversary
  • Programs & Events
    • Upcoming Programs and Events
    • Summer Classes
    • Calendar of Events
    • Trail Access Tours
    • Nature Play Afternoons
    • Senior Specials
    • Eco-Blitz: Tree Week
    • Dammen Adventure Family Fun Day
    • Bus Trip
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer
    • Friends of the Hormel Nature Center
    • Employment
  • Facility Rental
  • Sola Fide Observatory
    • Cedar River Astronomy Club
    • Night Sky Viewing Guide
  • Resources
    • Scavenger Hunts
    • Nature Notes
    • Radio: What's New In Nature?
    • Rain Garden
    • Pollinator Garden
    • Gravel Bed Tree Nursery
    • Sustainable Tips
    • Environmental Education Resources
  • Track Power Chair Rentals