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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000
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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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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. 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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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	Dream Weaver Kreationsetsy.com/shop/ DreamWeaverKreationsSeirra Quinn(320) 221-0677dreamweaverkreations@gmail.com\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 Hollernorthernholler.comPreston DrumNApreston@northernholler.com\n\n\n	Little Puccoon Press\n(Takes pre orders)\nlittlepuccoon.comMelina Mattsen-Vang(507)323-1231melinda@littlepuccoon.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
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