After partial completion of a wastewater treatment improvement project, Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood is open once again. Both the building and trails have returned to full accessibility during normal operating hours, welcoming back visitors eager for nature adventures.
A once-forgotten greenhouse is getting a fresh start, thanks to a collaborative effort between Master Gardeners and local officials. The Glenn Stanley Memorial Greenhouse holds promise for educators and horticulture enthusiasts alike, who plan to transform the space into a hub for teaching and plant propagation.
Minnesota state parks, including Bemidji, invite visitors to learn the craft of tapping maple trees. From gathering sap to boiling it down into syrup, these events give the public a hands-on introduction to a sweet local tradition.
Escalante Middle School students are finding fresh ways to cultivate herbs and produce in a thriving greenhouse class—even in the dead of winter. Through a warm, flourishing hydroponic oasis, they’re stocking the school cafeteria while discovering the value of hands-on agriculture.
An educational program on bats, sponsored by Evergreen Conservancy, will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24. Hosted at the Blue Spruce Lodge in Rayne Township, this event highlights the importance of bats in local ecosystems.
In Berlin, BES marked Earth Day and Earth Week with a series of innovative activities involving firehoses, Jenga blocks, and “ocean wave drums.” The celebrations engaged the community and promoted environmental awareness through creative educational methods.
The Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center in Brattleboro is hosting a series of outdoor programs this May at 1221 Bonnyvale Road. Residents are invited to participate in events aimed at enhancing environmental awareness.
