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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal in Sunfish Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for volunteers! The garlic mustard\, and other invasives\, have sprung up in the park\, and we want to get rid of them. We’ve cleared a lot of buckthorn over the last few years\, but our goal is to remove and manage as much as many of the invasive plant species in the park as we can\, so we’re going to focus on garlic mustard\, Canada thistle and burdock. Larissa Mottl\, from Stantec\, will be leading this event for us. She will help you identify the plant\, and show you the best way to get it out of the ground so that it doesn’t spread. This is pretty easy work\, especially compared to cutting buckthorn\, so you can bring the whole family. Come out\, help us clean up the park\, and go home with some knowledge about this invasive so you can clean up your own property!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/garlic-mustard-pulling/
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SUMMARY:Spring Tree Trek Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:A cooperative effort of the Washington County Master Gardeners Tree Squad and the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center\, our Tree Trek follows a short path around the center\, then along a wheelchair accessible trail into the Park\, with information along the way about the various tree species that you will encounter. \nTake a guided tour with local master gardeners and learn all about native trees and tree life in Sunfish Lake Park\, with a special focus on what happens to those trees during the spring season. This is a free event and open to the public. For more about the SMINC’s Tree Trek\, check out the Tree Trek page on our website: https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/tree-trek/ 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/spring-tree-trek-guided-tour/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T194227Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Rocks & Agates w/ Keith Zilinski
DESCRIPTION:This fun program will focus on those beautiful rocks we have all around us. Keith Zilinski is a New Jersey native who moved to the Twin Cities in 1977.  He has a minor in geology and has been a rockhound for 25 years.  He’s traveled to many states\, Canada\, Europe\, Africa and Australia in pursuit of his interest.  Recently\, he gave a presentation to the Scottish Gemmological Association in Edinburgh\, Scotland\, on the subject of Minnesota agates and Montana moss agates. Keith’s presentation will be about some of Minnesota’s most interesting rocks. Keith also will do a rock identification after the presentation.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/all-about-agates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days (Cancelled for December)
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T154702Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Spring Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to announce this year’s fundraiser dinner will be Tuesday\, May 6th at 6 p.m.\, at the Lake Elmo Inn Event Center.  Their chef has promised that this year’s dinner will be as delicious as it was last year. \nWe are extremely blessed and fortunate to have award-winning nature photographer\, Layne Kennedy\, as our guest speaker. Layne is nationally-recognized magazine photographer shooting assignments around the globe for publications like Smithsonian\, National Geographic Traveler\, National Geographic Adventure\, National Geographic Book Division\, Outside\, and Newsweek. His recent books include\, Paddle North-Canoeing The Boundary Waters/Quetico Wilderness and A Hard Water World-Ice Fishing And Why We Do It\, both by the prestigious Minnesota Historical Society Press. \nCost: $125 or $1\,200 for a table of 8 (includes two bottles of wine) \nTo reserve your seat\, click the “Fundraiser” tab at the top of the page\, or follow the link: https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/donate/
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/annual-spring-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Lake Elmo Inn Event Center\, 3712 Layton Ave.\, Lake Elmo\, MN\, 55042
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
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SUMMARY:Backpacking for Beginners w/ Joel Seipel
DESCRIPTION:If you enjoy hiking and want to broaden your horizons beyond the car campground\, join \nus at Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center on April 26 th at 6 p.m. as Joel Seipel \nwill chat about how to carry everything you need for multiple days hiking. We will \ndiscuss the basics of backpacking and how to plan for an overnight trip\, including route \nselection\, food prep\, and gear outfitting. Whether you are brand new to the activity or \nwant to learn tips for extending your backcountry adventures\, this presentation is for \nyou! \nJoel grew up in Eau Galle\, WI and graduated from the University of St Thomas in St. \nPaul. He started backpacking during summer breaks in college and immediately fell in \nlove with how immersive the sport is. Hiking for several days can be intimidating at first\, \nbut he wants to help others experience how truly wonderful and rewarding it can be. \nMost recently he completed a through-hike of the John Muir Trail in 2023 and has 20 \nyears of experience hiking all over the United States.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/backpacking-for-beginners-w-joel-seipel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T193000
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CREATED:20250109T183922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T174048Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Native Plant Gardening w/ Tim Clemens
DESCRIPTION:Feed pollinators and yourself! Join Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. for this presentation and Q&A and learn about edible native plants that you can add to your landscaping\, boulevard or pollinator plot. You’ll learn a few new recipes too! \nIronwood Foraging Co. was founded by Tim Clemens in 2017 to create profound connections between people\, plants\, and mushrooms. Tim is the Consulting Mycologist for Minnesota Regional Poison Center (Poison Control)\, Past President of the Minnesota Mycological Society\, and a Minnesota Master Naturalist. Tim holds a degree in Anthropology from the University of Minnesota and certificates in Nature Education from Cornell University. You can learn more at www.ironwoodforaging.com \nCost: $45; to sign up\, follow the link: https://square.link/Edible Native Plant
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/edible-native-plant-gardening-w-tim-clemens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250204T172209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T174335Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Reseeding Celebration
DESCRIPTION:In the fall\, we welcome people to our annual Buckthorn Removal Festival\, where we try to get rid of as much of that invasive plant as we can. Those days\, along with our monthly buckthorn removal days\, and the grant funded work done by our partners\, have really had an impact on Sunfish Lake Park. There are a lot of buckthorn free areas\, and now it’s time to rebuild! \nThis Earth Day\, we are dedicating to reseeding those cleared areas with grasses and forbs\, native plants that can now reclaim those cleared areas. We’ll have the tools and seeds\, we’re just looking for some volunteers to help us sow the seeds for new growth in Sunfish Lake Park. \n 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/earth-day-reseeding-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241016T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T185441Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Tuesdays are a fun way to expose the little ones to outdoor and environmentally based experiences. The first hour will be exploring the theme of the day and the last 30 minutes will be a social hour\, chatting with old and new friends and investigating all that the nature center has to share! \nThis month’s theme is “Spring Flowers.” Spring is here and we will celebrate it by planting our own seeds to grow some native plants to take home. We will learn about the importance of spring flowers for our pollinators. \nAges: 1 – 5 yrs. old \n$8 per person – minimum per family group is $16 plus $8 for each additional person PER SESSION (under 1 is free) \nTime:10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. \nTo sign up\, simply follow this link: https://square.link/ToddlerTuesdays \n  \n 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/toddler-tuesday-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250109T182852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T173744Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Foraging w/ Tim Clemens
DESCRIPTION:Learn something old with Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. in this presentation and Q&A! Foraging is the ancient human practice of finding food outside. This presentation will help begin your lifelong foraging journey. We’ll learn about native and invasive plants\, how to start identifying plants and mushrooms\, where to legally forage\, and so much more! \nIronwood Foraging Co. was founded by Tim Clemens in 2017 to create profound connections between people\, plants\, and mushrooms. Tim is the Consulting Mycologist for Minnesota Regional Poison Center (Poison Control)\, Past President of the Minnesota Mycological Society\, and a Minnesota Master Naturalist. Tim holds a degree in Anthropology from the University of Minnesota and certificates in Nature Education from Cornell University. You can learn more at www.ironwoodforaging.com \nCost: $45; follow the link to sign up: https://square.link/Foraging
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/intro-to-foraging-w-tim-clemens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250221T152121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T161247Z
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SUMMARY:Julie Schroeder Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/julie-schroeder-painting-workshop-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250326T145654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T161320Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Demo
DESCRIPTION:We’ve got sap to boil down and we’ll be doing it at the center this weekend. Ever been curious about making maple syrup? Stop by during regular hours when our friend Paul Red Elk\, and other volunteers\, will be boiling down syrup. See how it’s done\, ask questions and take notes for next year!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/maple-syrup-demo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250109T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T171233Z
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SUMMARY:Painted Walking Stick Workshop w/ Tim Hugley
DESCRIPTION:We had so much fun last year that we are doing it again! Come on over and let your creative side thrive and leave with your very own designed walking stick. \n$25/person – includes walking stick to take home. \nTo sign up\, follow this link: \nhttps://square.link/Walking Stick Painting
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/painted-walking-stick-workshop-w-tim-hugley/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241016T194405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T185959Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Tuesdays are a fun way to expose the little ones to outdoor and environmentally based experiences. The first hour will be exploring the theme of the day and the last 30 minutes will be a social hour\, chatting with old and new friends and investigating all that the nature center has to share! \nThe topic this month is “Talking Turtles.” Did you know what turtles do for fun? Or can you kiss or cuddle turtles? Come learn about the world of turtles and even design your own! \nAges: 1 – 5 yrs. old \n$8 per person – minimum per family group is $16 plus $8 for each additional person PER SESSION (under 1 is free) \nTime:10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. \nTo sign up\, simply follow this link: https://square.link/ToddlerTuesdays \n 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/toddler-tuesday-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2025-03-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250117T163636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T163636Z
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SUMMARY:Painting Workshop w/ Julie Schroeder
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/painting-workshop-w-julie-schroeder/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250110T175727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T175727Z
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count at the SMINC
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a little citizen science! Every year\, people all over the world contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count\, counting the birds they see in their yards\, parks and feeders. That information is collected by the Cornell Lab and becomes valuable data in the study of bird populations\, migration habits\, habitats\, and so much more. Stop by anytime during our regular hours from February 14 to 17 to help us count the birds around the SMINC and in and around Sunfish Lake Park. We have everything you need\, we just need fifteen minutes of your time. For more information about the Great Backyard Bird Count\, you can visit the official website here: https://www.birdcount.org/
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-at-the-sminc-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250110T175500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T175500Z
UID:10000115-1739664000-1739750399@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count at the SMINC
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a little citizen science! Every year\, people all over the world contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count\, counting the birds they see in their yards\, parks and feeders. That information is collected by the Cornell Lab and becomes valuable data in the study of bird populations\, migration habits\, habitats\, and so much more. Stop by anytime during our regular hours from February 14 to 17 to help us count the birds around the SMINC and in and around Sunfish Lake Park. We have everything you need\, we just need fifteen minutes of your time. For more information about the Great Backyard Bird Count\, you can visit the official website here: https://www.birdcount.org/
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-at-the-sminc-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250110T175312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T175312Z
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird County at the SMINC
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a little citizen science! Every year\, people all over the world contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count\, counting the birds they see in their yards\, parks and feeders. That information is collected by the Cornell Lab and becomes valuable data in the study of bird populations\, migration habits\, habitats\, and so much more. Stop by anytime during our regular hours from February 14 to 17 to help us count the birds around the SMINC and in and around Sunfish Lake Park. We have everything you need\, we just need fifteen minutes of your time. For more information about the Great Backyard Bird Count\, you can visit the official website here: https://www.birdcount.org/
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/great-backyard-bird-county-at-the-sminc/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250110T174757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T174757Z
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count at the SMINC
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a little citizen science! Every year\, people all over the world contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Count\, counting the birds they see in their yards\, parks and feeders. That information is collected by the Cornell Lab and becomes valuable data in the study of bird populations\, migration habits\, habitats\, and so much more. Stop by anytime during our regular hours from February 14 to 17 to help us count the birds around the SMINC and in and around Sunfish Lake Park. We have everything you need\, we just need fifteen minutes of your time. For more information about the Great Backyard Bird Count\, you can visit the official website here: https://www.birdcount.org/
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-at-the-sminc/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20250109T164311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T155909Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Crafting Night
DESCRIPTION:Need a night to not have to ask if someone needs the potty? Secretly want to do more crafts without the kids? Or do you need a break from the work grind? \nJoin us for a night of snacks\, chats and crafts! You can bring projects you are working on and just need some time and space to do it OR do the craft we provide. \n$15 Donation (dinner only) \n$25 Donation (dinner and provided craft) \nFor tickets\, go to: https://square.link/Adult Crafting Night
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/adult-crafting-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241016T193546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T190505Z
UID:10000093-1739269800-1739273400@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Tuesdays are a fun way to expose the little ones to outdoor and environmentally based experiences. The first hour will be exploring the theme of the day and the last 30 minutes will be a social hour\, chatting with old and new friends and investigating all that the nature center has to share! \nThis month’s topic is “Animal Tracks.” Who has been visiting the forest this winter? Come for a little adventure outside with us to find tracks and identify what animals hang around the nature center. \nAges: 1 – 5 yrs. old \n$8 per person – minimum per family group is $16 plus $8 for each additional person PER SESSION (under 1 is free) \nTime:10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. \nTo sign up\, simply follow this link: https://square.link/ToddlerTuesdays \n 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/toddler-tuesday-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
UID:10000012-1739007000-1739016000@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2025-02-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241212T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T155003Z
UID:10000106-1738692000-1738697400@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Winter Seed Sowing (Cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to low enrollment.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/winter-seed-sowing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241018T160203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T191120Z
UID:10000099-1738404000-1738409400@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:3M Wizards Present: Cryogenics!
DESCRIPTION:3M Wizards are coming back to wow us with science. This time you’ll get to see what happens to things when they get cold\, really REALLY cold! Does cold stuff get bigger? Smaller? Does it break? Come find out! \nThis family friendly event is free and open to the public!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/3m-wizards-present-cryogenics/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241202T164336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184742Z
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SUMMARY:Local Geology\, Use and Identification with Tom Goff
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 25th\, we welcome guest speaker\, Tom Goff\, who has been collecting and studying rocks and minerals for over 75 years. In this talk he will be discussing locally found rocks and minerals\, and will explain how these have been used\, from prehistoric times to now\, including by many Native American tribes. He will be bringing examples and artifacts and we also encourage everyone to bring their own rocks to see if Tom can identify them.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/local-geology-use-and-identification-with-tom-goff/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241016T193214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T191309Z
UID:10000092-1736848800-1736854200@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Tuesdays are a fun way to expose the little ones to outdoor and environmentally based experiences. The first hour will be exploring the theme of the day and the last 30 minutes will be a social hour\, chatting with old and new friends and investigating all that the nature center has to share! \nThis month’s topic is “Snowflakes.” Did you know that all snowflakes have 6 sides? Join us to learn all about snowflakes. We will explore everything snowflake! \nAges: 1 – 5 yrs. old \n$8 per person – minimum per family group is $16 plus $8 for each additional person PER SESSION (under 1 is free) \nTime:10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. \nTo sign up\, simply follow this link: https://square.link/ToddlerTuesdays \n 
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/toddler-tuesday-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
UID:10000011-1736587800-1736596800@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2025-01-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241210T152540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T152540Z
UID:10000104-1735689600-1735775999@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:SMINC Closed - Happy New Year!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/sminc-closed-happy-new-year/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241226
DTSTAMP:20260404T234648
CREATED:20241210T152418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T152418Z
UID:10000103-1735084800-1735171199@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Closed for Christmas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/closed-for-christmas/
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