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Book Reading with Marty Harding and Gary Noren JuneJun 07 2026 09:30am - 11:30am1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN

Cost: Free

Marty Harding and Gary Noren, co-authors of Fam: The Remarkable Story of a Canada Goose Adopted by Sandhill Cranes, will bring their beloved book to life at this year's Weekend at the Wetlands. Told through Marty's words and Gary's stunning photography, Fam follows three years in the life of this extraordinary blended family – a heartwarming story of love, inclusion, and belonging. Join them for a reading and book signing that will delight children and nature lovers of all ages. Marty and Gary have been resident artists at Belwin's day-long artist retreats at the Savannah Center for the past two years.

This program is being offered in conjunction with our Weekend at the Wetlands open hiking event at the Education Site.

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Peter J. King Family Foundation Wetlands Center, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton, MN

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Event Access & Safety

  • Belwin Conservancy is private property. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave if their behavior is disruptive.
  • Access to the Education Site and Savanna Center is restricted to event attendees and partners.
  • During this event, entrance gates may be closed as part of normal site operations. Gates are not locked, and participants may leave at any time.
  • Staff will be present at the event entrance to welcome participants, answer questions, and support event logistics.

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COVID-19 Policy

Masking is optional at Belwin events. If you are not feeling well, we ask that you please stay home. Belwin reserves the right to ask anyone to leave if they are exhibiting symptoms of illness.

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If you are unable to attend an event, you may request a refund. Email events@belwin.org to request a refund. Cancellations received 7 days or more before the event will be fully refunded minus the PayPal transaction fee, which covers the cost of related administration. We are unable to provide refunds for registrations cancelled less than 7 days before the event. Thank you for your understanding. In the event that Belwin cancels the event, you will receive a 100% refund, minus the transaction fee. Refunds will be issued within 5 business days of cancellation notice.

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