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Naturalist at the Brownsville Overlook
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Come enjoy the fall migration! A Refuge naturalist will be available on Saturdays and Sundays beginning Sat. November 7 through Sun. November 22, 2026 from 10am – 2pm, weather permitting. The naturalist will have a spotting scope and bird ID guides during these FREE programs to help visitors identify birds and answer questions about the…
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Hangin’ with My Gnomies
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Perfect for hanging, this adorable gnome will add a touch of fun to your home all winter long. Bring Your Crew: Whether it’s friends, family, or coworkers, this is the perfect excuse to hang out, laugh, and get creative together. This workshop is all about having fun, being creative, and hanging out with your “gnomies.”…
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Naturalist at the Brownsville Overlook
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Come enjoy the fall migration at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge! A Refuge naturalist will be available on Saturdays and Sundays beginning November 7 through November 22, 2026 from 10am – 2pm, weather permitting. The naturalist will have a spotting scope and bird identification guides to share during these FREE programs…
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Naturalist at the Brownsville Overlook
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Come enjoy the fall migration at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge! A Refuge naturalist will be available on Saturdays and Sundays beginning November 7 through November 22, 2026 from 10am – 2pm, weather permitting. The naturalist will have a spotting scope and bird identification guides to share during these FREE programs…
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Gingerbread House: Bird Edition
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Let’s trade gumdrops and glitter for pinecones and peanuts… We’re building “gingerbread houses” for the birds! Part craft, part nature, and a whole lot of fun! Learn about winter birds and how to make your garden more welcoming to them during the colder months. Bring a helper! Your registration covers one project, but you’re welcome…
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Gingerbread House: Bird Edition
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Let’s trade gumdrops and glitter for pinecones and peanuts… We’re building “gingerbread houses” for the birds! Part craft, part nature, and a whole lot of fun! Learn about winter birds and how to make your garden more welcoming to them during the colder months. Bring a helper! Your registration covers one project, but you’re welcome…
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Naturalist at the Brownsville Overlook
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Come enjoy the fall migration at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge! A Refuge naturalist will be available on Saturdays and Sundays beginning November 7 through November 22, 2026 from 10am – 2pm, weather permitting. The naturalist will have a spotting scope and bird identification guides to share during these FREE programs…
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Grow Your Heart: A Grinchy Holiday Workshop for Kids
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Come spend some time in our Grinchy greenhouse for a workshop filled with creativity, gardening, and a little bit of holiday fun. Warm up with cocoa and a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, then get busy making and growing! Create a fun Grinch-inspired ornament to take home and add to your tree. Decorate…
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Grow Your Heart: A Grinchy Holiday Workshop for Kids
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Come spend some time in our Grinchy greenhouse for a workshop filled with creativity, gardening, and a little bit of holiday fun. Warm up with cocoa and a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, then get busy making and growing! Create a fun Grinch-inspired ornament to take home and add to your tree. Decorate…
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Gathered Woodland Greens
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Create a natural woodland arrangement made of evergreens, stems, and natural accents. Hang it on your door, display it in your home, or gift it to a nature-loving friend. Sip our signature holiday beverage while you work. Share laughter, professional guidance & creative time with friends, family, or colleagues in this make & take class.…