Events

Summer's End on the Prairie

September 9, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Belwin Education Site, Hilltop Classroom
1553 Stagecoach Tr. So. Afton MN 55001
Cost: Sliding Scale of of $26, $31, or $36 /person

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We will patrol the prairie at summer's end to identify key grasses and plants, observe birds during migration, take a last look at any reptiles moving to their winter areas, and collect seeds for the home garden.

Bring appropriate clothing for weather conditions—we will be outside. Prepare for hiking up to one mile. Bring a water bottle and tick protection.

This course is led by Jim Rue and Lynette Anderson.

Lynette is involved with both programming and land management at Belwin Conservancy. She enjoys creating walks and talks that showcase the great work being done to restore native habitat for all the critters and plants. She also gets to be involved with the work that creates the habitat, which she loves. Each day holds something different for her. Some days she is working with her body on the land, some days she does reconnaissance for a program, some days she works with volunteers, and some days, nights or evenings she gets to lead a group to some amazing phenological event happening on Belwin property.

Jim has worked as a Belwin Naturalist for over 20 years and monitors the local Blanding's turtle population.

Difficulty level: Moderate

Presented in partnership with Saint Paul Public Schools Community Education.