Event Series Naturalist Nature Walk

Naturalist Nature Walk

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Naturalist Nature Walk Saturday, July 13 - Free - Interpretive Center ​10:00 - 11:00 am and 1:00 - 2:00 pm Join one of our Naturalists on a 45 minuet hike on one of our trails. These hikes will focus on what is happening in nature at the time of the hike. Naturalists will point out […]

Event Series Naturalist Nature Walk

Naturalist Nature Walk

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Naturalist Nature Walk Saturday, July 13 - Free - Interpretive Center ​10:00 - 11:00 am and 1:00 - 2:00 pm Join one of our Naturalists on a 45 minuet hike on one of our trails. These hikes will focus on what is happening in nature at the time of the hike. Naturalists will point out […]

Animals Among Us – Family Program

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Humans aren't the only things that live in cities. Come learn about what kinds of animals live alongside us and how our buildings, roads, and daily life can greatly impact their ability to survive. Free Family Program at the Nature Center

JCHNC Senior Special – Under Pressure (To Procreate)

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Nature Lovers age 55 and older are invited to join them for FREE coffee or tea and a cookie, a program or concert, and on optional opportunity to take a 45-60 minute guided tour of the Nature Center trails on one of our two access vehicles.

Music with Will Bjorndal – Family Program

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Sing and laugh along with musician, naturalist, and true-blue Minnesotan goofball Will Bjorndal as he brings a wagonload of original and traditional songs to our Thursday Nature Play! Driven by audience participation, this captivating yet laid-back performance is engaging for children of all ages. Free Family-friendly Program

JCHNC Senior Special – Music with Will Bjorndal

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Nature Lovers age 55 and older are invited to join them for FREE coffee or tea and a cookie, a program or concert, and on optional opportunity to take a 45-60 minute guided tour of the Nature Center trails on one of our two access vehicles.

How to Know a Whale – Family Program

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Felicia Cooper makes puppet shows for children through the Bell Museum.  Her work uses found objects, simple machines, and hand cut shadow puppets to share curiosity and joy in the act of asking questions with an audience.  This performance will focus on themes that include ocean ecology, loneliness, creative problem solving, and bravery. This piece […]

JCHNC Senior Special – Below the Underneath

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Nature Lovers age 55 and older are invited to join them for FREE coffee or tea and a cookie, a program or concert, and on optional opportunity to take a 45-60 minute guided tour of the Nature Center trails on one of our two access vehicles.

Canoe/Kayak Rentals Begin

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

For use on Dobbins Creek to East Side Lake, or on our pond. Rentals available daily from Monday through Saturday; 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (all boats must be returned by 4:30 p.m.) No rentals on city holidays. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Life jackets, paddles, and canoe/kayak rollers are provided. Fee: $10 for single kayak, $15 for canoe […]

Event Series Naturalist Nature Walk

Naturalist Nature Walk

Jay C Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN 55912, USA

Free Event!  Join one of our Naturalists on a 45 minute hike on one of our trails. These hikes will focus on what is happening in nature at the time of the hike. Naturalists will point out important flowers, trees, and/or animals. They may also sprinkle in a little history and facts about the Nature […]