PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Maple Syrup Festival
Come and celebrate spring! Learn about the tradition of gathering maple sap and cooking it down to make maple syrup and sugar. We’ll go through the syrup process, do some maple crafts, participate in a spring scavenger hunt, and taste some maple-y treats. Fun for the whole family! Pre-registration is required. For more information call the Wargo Nature Center at 651-429-8007.  

Wargo Nature Center
March 19; 2 – 4:00 pm
All Ages
$5/person (+tax)

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Building Native Bee Houses
Did you know there are close to 400 bee species living in Minnesota? The vast majority of these are not the commonly known bumblebees and honeybees, but small, stingless, wild bees. About a third of these are cavity nesting bees that play a crucial role in pollinating garden plants, wildflowers, and trees. If you want to learn how to attract these amazing pollinators to your yard, come learn how to make and take care of native bee houses; it’s easier than you might think! Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Pre-registration required.

Wargo Nature Center
March 11; 1 – 3:00 pm
All Ages 
$5/person (+tax)

Lunch With A Naturalist - Maple Syrup
Bring your lunch and join a naturalist for our Lunch with a Naturalist program. These monthly presentations will include local natural history information and possibly a relaxing stroll on the trails at Wargo. Any equipment that may be needed will be provided. Pre-registration is not required.

Wargo Nature Center
March 15; 11:30 – 1:00 pm
Ages 50+ 
FREE

Nature Play - Magical Maples
March is here and the trees are waking up. Come learn about the tasty surprise that comes from maple trees and even try a sample of syrup. This program is geared for ages 2-5 who are accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required.  

Wargo Nature Center
March 2; 10 – 11:15 am
Ages 2-5 with adult
$3/child (+tax) / $3/adult (+tax)

Bird Walk 
Join an experienced birder on a walk through one of Anoka County’s beautiful parks. Enjoy seeing or hearing 20 to 60 species of birds. A checklist of Minnesota birds and a map of each area will be provided. All birding abilities are welcome. Binoculars will be available for use. Pre-registration required. 

East Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, Visitor Center
March 29; 9 - 11am
All Ages
$5/person (+ tax)

Anoka County Parks
anokacountyparks.com
Parks Office: 763-757-3920
Wargo Nature Center: 651-429-8007