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SUMMARY:Landscape Revival | June 6\, 2026 | Lake Elmo
DESCRIPTION:  \nJune 6\, 2026  9 am – 1 pm \nMarket: Purchase MN native plants from multiple growers. No systemic insecticides. \nExpo: Learn to select and grow native plants for pollinators\, wildlife\, and water quality. Visit with educators and experts from conservation and environmental organizations. Get your landscaping questions answered. \n9 am-1 pm + Food Truck \n\n2026 Landscape Revival Growers/Vendors\n\n\n\n\n	Growers/Vendors\n\n\n\n\n	Grower/VendorWebsiteContact NameContact PhoneContact E-mail\n\n\n	Blazing Star Gardens\n(Takes Pre Orders)blazingstargardens.comDustin Demmer(507) 402-8337blazingstargardens@gmail.com\n\n\n	Dragonfly Gardensdragonflygardens.netHans Klug(715) 268-7660\, (715) 544-7219natives@dragonflygardens.net\n\n\n	Ecoscapes Nativeecoscapes1.comCraig Stark(612) 965-0848craigstark@ecoscapes1.com\n\n\n	Minnesota Native Landscapes\n(Takes pre orders)\nhttp://tinyurl.com/czhxzt9mnlcorp.comChris Stumvoll(763) 295-0010chris.stumvoll@mnlcorp.com\n\n\n	Northern Holler\n(Takes Pre Orders)northernholler.comPreston DrumNApreston@northernholler.com\n\n\n	Garden Variety Artgardenvarietyart.comHolley Wlodarczky612-244-1227holly@gardenvarietyart.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Landscape Revival Exhibitors\n\n\n\n\n\n	EXHIBITORWEBSITE\n\n\n\n\n	Blue Thumb/Lawns to Legumesbluethumb.org\n\n\n	Minnesota Dragonfly Societymndragonfly.org\n\n\n	Minnesota Horticultural Societynortherngardener.org\n\n\n	Pollinator Friendly Alliancepollinatorfriendly.org/about-us\n\n\n	U of M Bee Squadbeelab.umn.edu/bee-squad\n\n\n	Washington Conservation Districtwww.mnwcd.org\n\n\n	Washington County\nMaster Gardeners - Monarchs & Pollinatorswashingtoncountymg.org\n\n\n	Xercesxerces.org\n\n\n	Wild Ones St Croix Oak Savannastcroixoaksavanna.wildones.org\n\n\n	Saint Paul BIrd Alliancesaintpaulbirdalliance.org\n\n\n	Bird City Stillwater/SSMN orgsustainablestillwatermn.org\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/landscape-revival-june-6-2026-lake-elmo/
LOCATION:5825 Kelvin Ave N\, Lake Elmo\, MN 55042\, 5825 Kelvin Ave N\, Lake Elmo\, MN 55042\, Lake Elmo\, 55042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T232308Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul West Side Birding at the Riverview Library
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\,  May 20\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM \n1 George Street E\, St. Paul\, MN  55107 \nCome and learn about birding\, including how to use binoculars and a field guide. St. Paul Bird Alliance collaborates with the St. Paul Public Library and the Urban Bird Collective to offer this beginning birding field trip. \nDIRECTIONS:    Traveling east on I94\, take exit 242D to merge onto US-52 S (this is the Lafayette Fwy); travel 1.8 miles; take the MN-156/Concord St. exit; travel 0.1 miles; turn right onto Cesar Chavez St; travel 0.7 miles to George St. E.; slight left onto George St E; travel 0.3 miles; destination on right. Meet in front of the Riverview Library. 44.93017495398102\, -93.08467083933706 \nINFORMATION:      Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Bring a brimmed hat\, water\, sunblock and bug spray. Loaner binoculars will be available. \nREGISTRATION:    Registration Link –  limited to 15 participants. \nACCESSIBILITY:    We will start at the Riverview Library\, walk around the neighborhood\, and visit the bluffs and a small pocket park. \nLEADER:     Monica Bryand    651-246-5522     mjbryand@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/st-paul-west-side-birding-at-the-riverview-library-2-2026/
LOCATION:Riverview Library\, 1 George Street E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Library":MAILTO:riverview@ci.stpaul.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T002657Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Field Trip - Spring Migration at Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) II
DESCRIPTION:1567 Ben Franklin Road\, Arden Hills\, MN \nMonday\, May 18\, 7-9 AM (with optional extension to 11 AM)  \nThe Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2\,370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental and wildlife conservation programs. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded at the site. \nSpring migration across the variety of AHATS habitats should be both exciting and very rewarding. We will be birding in a guided car caravan\, stopping at choice locations. The site has lots of prairie and wooded edges for us to explore for their birding potential. \nDIRECTIONS:     Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Turn left (west) onto Ben Franklin Rd and proceed about ¼ mile to the Ben Franklin gate.  Meet inside the gate\, roughly at 1567 Ben Franklin Road. We will proceed in a car caravan as group to multiple sites within the property. 45.08330° N\, 93.16482° W \nINFORMATION:     The site has restricted access.  Be prepared to ride in a car caravan with 4 individuals per vehicle. All caravan vehicles will enter and exit the property together. \nREGISTRATION:  Registration is required and begins April 15. To register\, please contact Kiki Sonnen at kikisonnen@gmail.com  Attendance is limited to 25 people\, taken in the order of receipt of replies.  Please report any changes in numbers right away so those on the waitlist can enjoy this rare opportunity. Thank you. \nACCESSIBILITY:     Ride in car caravan\, get in and out of vehicles\, travel short distances from vehicles on gravel\, paved\, or grassy surfaces. Outdoor toilets are very widely spaced across the site. \nLEADERS:    Mary Lee\, AHATS Environmental Protection Specialist\, Kiki Sonnen\, kikisonnen@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/guided-field-trip-spring-migration-at-arden-hills-army-training-site-ahats-ii-2026/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site – Ben Franklin Gate\, 1567 Ben Franklin Rd.\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
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SUMMARY:Guided Birdwatching for People with Mobility Challenges
DESCRIPTION:May 17\, 2026 @ 11:00 am-12:30 pm \nMinnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center \n3815 American Boulevard\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted by the Land of Lakes Bird Alliance (formerly the Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis); co-sponsored by Birdability ® and Saint Paul Bird Alliance \nSign Up today – Advance registration is required. Limited to 20 participants.\nWe will meet at the bird feeder just behind the MVNWR Visitor Center (no need to enter the building). If it is raining\, we will meet inside the Visitor Center. \nJoin us as we enjoy spring birdwatching at the feeder\, adjacent fields\, and nearby overlook. \nThis outing is appropriate for birders with a range of mobility challenges including birders who use wheelchairs\, walkers\, or canes\, as well as those who walk slowly\, but all birders are welcome. We expect to see many species of bird at close range. All birders from beginner to experienced are welcome. \n\n\nBinoculars will be available for those who need them. \n\n\nPlease dress for the weather. \n\n\nBirdability/accessibility description: The path is paved and has curb cuts from the parking lot. The path is wide and flat\, with no slopes. The bird feeder is just 400 feet from the handicap parking spaces. Disability parking spaces are available\, and accessible portable toilets are located nearby. There are a few benches near the bird feeder\, so you may also wish to bring your own folding stool or chair. \nIf you have questions or concerns\, please contact Mark Paller (palle001@umn.edu). More information about Birdability® at https://www.birdability.org or contact Mark Paller. \nPlease feel free to share this with your friends and family.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/guided-birdwatching-for-people-with-mobility-challenges-3/
LOCATION:MN Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 3815 American Boulevard\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
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SUMMARY:AHATS Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:1567 Ben Franklin Road\, Arden Hills\, MN \nVolunteer for AHATS Clean Up Days \nFor many years\, the Arden Hills Army Training Site has partnered with the Saint Paul Bird Alliance to allow birders access to its expansive area\, with many habitats\, for field trips and special events\, such as owl and woodcock surveys. Twice a year\, the site invites the public to help pick up trash\, clear vegetation\, gather seeds (in the fall)\, maintain trails\, and more. Participants are also welcome to bird and look for butterflies and other wildlife. \nDates: Friday\, April 24\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Turn left (west) onto Ben Franklin Rd\, and follow it approximately ¼ mile to the gate. Enter the Ben Franklin gate\, and park as directed.  Location is near 1567 Ben Franklin Rd. 45.08330° N\, 93.16482° W \nAttire:  Wear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes or boots\, and clothes that can get dirty. No open-toed shoes or sandals. \nEquipment:  AHATS will provide gloves\, vests\, trash bags\, rakes\, and other tools and supplies. \nFood and Beverage:  Bring a snack.  Water will be provided. \nAnimals:  No pets allowed.  Service animals are always welcome. \nWeather:  Clean Up Days occur rain or shine. \nRegistration:  No RSVP or registration needed.  Just come and go between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm as it works with your schedule. \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/ahats-clean-up-april-24-2026/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site – Ben Franklin Gate\, 1567 Ben Franklin Rd.\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Habit Restoration,Habitat Restoration,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
CREATED:20250301T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T173851Z
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SUMMARY:AHATS Habitat Restoration - September 26
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer for AHATS Clean Up Days \nFor many years\, the Arden Hills Army Training Site has partnered with the Saint Paul Bird Alliance to allow birders access to its expansive area with many habitats for field trips and special events\, such as looking for owls and woodcocks. Twice a year\, the site invites the public to help pick up trash\, clean up vegetation\, gather seeds (fall)\, maintain trails\, and more. Participants are also welcome to bird and look for butterflies and other wildlife. \nDates:  Friday\, September 26\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Turn left (west) onto Ben Franklin Rd\, and follow it approximately ¼ mile to the gate. Enter the Ben Franklin gate\, and park as directed.  Location is near 1567 Ben Franklin Rd.  45.08330° N\, 93.16482° W \nAttire:  Wear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes or boots\, and clothes that can get dirty. No open-toed shoes or sandals. \nEquipment:  AHATS will provide gloves\, vests\, trash bags\, rakes\, and other tools and supplies. \nFood and Beverage:  Bring a snack.  Water will be provided. \nAnimals:  No pets allowed.  Service animals are always welcome. \nWeather:  Clean Up Days occur rain or shine. \nRegistration:  No RSVP or registration needed.  Just come and go between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm as it works with your schedule. \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/ahats-cleanup-sept/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Habit Restoration,Habitat Restoration,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
CREATED:20250811T121914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T122958Z
UID:10000391-1758648600-1758655800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Cardinal Woods/Como Park | Cleanup | Sept 23
DESCRIPTION:Sept 23\, 5:30-7:30 PM: Volunteer at “Cardinal Woods” in Como Park“Cardinal Woods” is a property formerly managed by the St. Paul Bird Alliance and needs maintenance. Join us and members of the St. Paul Parks Department in maintaining the area so that “Cardinal Woods” can better support birds. The St. Paul Parks Department is not yet sure whether it will be a planting event\, trash pickup\, weeding\, or something else- but they will provide all the necessary equipment. All you have to do is show up ready to help out!\nLocation: Como Park in St. Paul.Directions: We will meet at the Joyce Kilmer Fireplace in the Como Woodland Outdoor Classroom (coordinates: 44°58’34.6″N 93°09’08.2”W). City staff will be wearing yellow safety vests at the fireplace; look for them. There is available parking in a small lot across from the fireplace\, and additional parking at the Como Pool. Information: Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed-toed shoes. The St. Paul Parks Department will provide the necessary equipment. The parks department will require all volunteers to sign a waiver on site.\nSign-up: All are welcome! Fill out this Google form to sign up. The form will close by 09/15 or when enough volunteers sign up.  Karina Hanson will notify volunteers by email if the event must be cancelled or rescheduled.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/cardinal-woods-como-park-cleanup-sept-23/
LOCATION:Joyce Kilmer Fireplace\, 1151 Wynne Ave\, St. Paul\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Habit Restoration,Habitat Restoration,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
CREATED:20250622T234645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T234645Z
UID:10000390-1752913800-1752921000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Cardinal Woods/Como Park | Cleanup | July 19
DESCRIPTION:July 19th\, 8:30-10:30 AM: Volunteer at “Cardinal Woods” in Como Park“Cardinal Woods” is a property formerly managed by the St. Paul Bird Alliance and needs maintenance. Join us and members of the St. Paul Parks Department in maintaining the area so that “Cardinal Woods” can better support birds. The St. Paul Parks Department is not yet sure whether it will be a planting event\, trash pickup\, weeding\, or something else- but they will provide all the necessary equipment. All you have to do is show up ready to help out!\nLocation: Como Park in St. Paul.Directions: We will meet at the Joyce Kilmer Fireplace in the Como Woodland Outdoor Classroom (coordinates: 44°58’34.6″N 93°09’08.2”W). City staff will be wearing yellow safety vests at the fireplace; look for them. There is available parking in a small lot across from the fireplace\, and additional parking at the Como Pool. Information: Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed-toed shoes. The St. Paul Parks Department will provide the necessary equipment. The parks department will require all volunteers to sign a waiver on site.\nSign-up: All are welcome! Fill out this Google form to sign up. https://forms.gle/DjKrWgoXbM7nHrHaA The form will close by 07/12 or when enough volunteers sign up. Karina Hanson will notify volunteers by email if the event must be cancelled or rescheduled due to inclement weather.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/cardinal-woods-como-park-cleanup-july-19/
LOCATION:Como Lakeside Pavilion\, 1360 Lexington Pkwy N\, St Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Habit Restoration,Habitat Restoration,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
CREATED:20250129T185132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T213208Z
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SUMMARY:Landscape Revival | June 7\, 2025 | Lake Elmo
DESCRIPTION:  \nJune 7\, 2025  9a – 1pm \nMarket: Purchase MN native plants from multiple growers. No systemic insecticides. \nExpo: Learn to select and grow native plants for pollinators\, wildlife\, and water quality. Visit with educators and experts from conservation and environmental organizations. Get your landscaping questions answered. \n9am-1pm + Food Truck \n\n2025 Landscape Revival Growers/Vendors\n\n\n\n\n	Growers/Vendors\n\n\n\n\n	Grower/VendorWebsiteContact NameContact PhoneContact E-mail\n\n\n	Blazing Star Gardens\n(Takes Pre Orders)blazingstargardens.comDustin Demmer(507) 402-8337blazingstargardens@gmail.com\n\n\n	Dragonfly Gardensdragonflygardens.netHans Klug(715) 268-7660\, (715) 544-7219natives@dragonflygardens.net\n\n\n	Ecoscapes Nativeecoscapes1.comCraig Stark(612) 965-0848craigstark@ecoscapes1.com\n\n\n	Minnesota Native Landscapes\n(Takes pre orders)\nhttp://tinyurl.com/czhxzt9mnlcorp.comChris Stumvoll(763) 295-0010chris.stumvoll@mnlcorp.com\n\n\n	Northern Holler\n(Takes Pre Orders)northernholler.comPreston DrumNApreston@northernholler.com\n\n\n	Garden Variety Artgardenvarietyart.comHolley Wlodarczky612-244-1227holly@gardenvarietyart.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Landscape Revival Exhibitors\n\n\n\n\n\n	EXHIBITORWEBSITE\n\n\n\n\n	Blue Thumb/Lawns to Legumesbluethumb.org\n\n\n	Minnesota Dragonfly Societymndragonfly.org\n\n\n	Minnesota Horticultural Societynortherngardener.org\n\n\n	Pollinator Friendly Alliancepollinatorfriendly.org/about-us\n\n\n	U of M Bee Squadbeelab.umn.edu/bee-squad\n\n\n	Washington Conservation Districtwww.mnwcd.org\n\n\n	Washington County\nMaster Gardeners - Monarchs & Pollinatorswashingtoncountymg.org\n\n\n	Xercesxerces.org\n\n\n	Wild Ones St Croix Oak Savannastcroixoaksavanna.wildones.org\n\n\n	Saint Paul BIrd Alliancesaintpaulbirdalliance.org\n\n\n	Bird City Stillwater/SSMN orgsustainablestillwatermn.org\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/tiny-cc-lr25/
LOCATION:5825 Kelvin Ave N\, Lake Elmo\, MN 55042\, 5825 Kelvin Ave N\, Lake Elmo\, MN 55042\, Lake Elmo\, 55042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
CREATED:20250205T151055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T175033Z
UID:10000358-1747675800-1747683000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled - Cardinal Woods/Como Park | Cleanup | May 19
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather\, this event has been cancelled.\n\nMay 19th\, 5:30-7:30 PM: Volunteer at Cardinal Woods in Como Park\nWith help from the St. Paul Parks department\, our chapter has cared for a small section of woodland within the Como Regional Park system for many years. We have managed these woods as a preserve for birds and other wildlife. Over time\, this section has had several names. Now\, we refer to it as Cardinal Woods. Join us and the St. Paul Parks Department in pulling invasive plants and removing trash from the area so that it can better support birds and other wildlife. \n\nSign-up: All are welcome! Contact Karina Hanson (karinahanson@icloud.com) to sign up. She will notify volunteers by email if the event must be cancelled or rescheduled due to inclement weather. \nLocation: Como Park in St. Paul. \n\nDirections: We will meet at the Joyce Kilmer Fireplace in the Como Woodland Outdoor Classroom (coordinates: 44°58’34.6″N 93°09’08.2” W). City staff will wear yellow safety vests at the fireplace; look for them. There is parking in a small lot across from the fireplace and at the Como Pool.  \nInformation: Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed-toed shoes. The St. Paul Parks Department will provide the necessary equipment. The parks department will require all volunteers to sign a waiver on-site.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/cardinal-woods-may-19/
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Habit Restoration,Habitat Restoration,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T090000
DTSTAMP:20260615T104711
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SUMMARY:Guided Field Trip - Spring Migration at Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) II
DESCRIPTION:1567 Ben Franklin Road\, Arden Hills\, MN \nMonday\, May 19\, 7-9 AM (with optional extension to 11 AM) NOTE: Trip DAY incorrectly listed in April-May Cardinal \nThe Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental and wildlife conservation programs. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded at the site. \nSpring migration across the variety of AHATS habitats should be both exciting and very rewarding. We will be birding in a guided car caravan\, stopping at choice locations. The site has lots of prairie and wooded edges for us to explore for their birding potential. \nDIRECTIONS     Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Turn left (west) onto Ben Franklin Rd and proceed about ¼ mile to the Ben Franklin gate.  Meet inside the gate\, roughly at 1567 Ben Franklin Road. We will proceed in a car caravan as group to multiple sites within the property. 45.08330° N\, 93.16482° W \nINFORMATION     The site has restricted access.  Be prepared to ride in a car caravan with 4 individuals per vehicle. All caravan vehicles will enter and exit the property together. \nREGISTRATION     Registration is required\, and begins March 30. Attendance is limited to 25 people taken in the order replies are received. Email kryssa.schmidt@gmail.com your mobile phone number with the names of individuals in your party. PLEASE report any changes in numbers right away so those on the waitlist can enjoy this rare opportunity. \nDIFFICULTY     Ride in car caravan\, get in and out of vehicles\, travel short distances from vehicles on gravel\, paved\, or grassy surfaces. Outdoor toilets are very widely spaced across the site. \nLEADERS    Mary Lee\, AHATS Environmental Protection Specialist & Krys Schmidt
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/spring-migration-at-arden-hills-army-training-site-ahats-ii/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:contact@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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