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Family Kayaking at on Lake Auburn, in Carver Park Reserve.
Family Kayaking
Create memories of fun on the water at Lake Auburn Ac-
cess. Learn kayaking safety and proper paddling tech-
niques. Equipment provided. Reservations required. $20.
Ages: 8+.
Sunday, June 25, 1–3 PM (#3REC5745-01)
Canoe When the Moon is Full
Paddle under the full moon at Lake Auburn Campground.
Listen for wildlife and be entertained with stories. Equip-
ment provided. Reservations required. $8. Ages: 5+.
Friday, June 9, 8:30–10:30 PM (#3REC0220-11)
Free Family Fun Day: Hungry, Hungry Herptiles
Meet reptiles and amphibians, and watch them eat their
lunch at the Lowry Nature Center. Free. Ages: All. Satur-
days, 3–4:30 PM
June 3 (#3LNC0010-01)
July 8 (#3LNC0010-02)
Raptor Care 101
Explore behind-the-scenes care of captive birds of prey at
the Lowry Nature Center. Discuss equipment, practice the
falconer’s knot, and meet a raptor. Reservations recom-
mended. $5. Ages: 6+.
Sunday, June 4, 12:30–2 PM (#3LNC1550-01)
Walk When the Moon is Full: Firefl y Moon
Explore the secrets of fi refl ies at the Lowry Nature Center.
Search for them on a walk and enjoy glow in the dark fun.
$5. Ages: 6+.
Friday, June 9, 8:30–10 PM (#3LNC0200-01)
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Please Credit Three Rivers Park District
The Great Minnesota Bee Hunt
Help with Minnesota’s fi rst native bee survey since 1919 at
the Lowry Nature Center. Discuss bee identifi cation and
explore a restored prairie. Take photos of bees you fi nd and
add data to the Bee Atlas via iNaturalist. Reservations rec-
ommended. Free. Ages: 8+.
Saturday, June 10, 12:30–2:30 PM (#3LNC1150-01)
Laura’s Adventures
Hear about the adventures of Laura Ingalls at the Lowry
Nature Center. Explore a diff erent theme during each pro-
gram, and play with pioneer toys and games. Reservations
required. Ages: 5+.
In the Big Woods
Craft a book and document the animals you fi nd outside.
Make brown-sugar cakes and a star headband. $5.
Sunday, June 11, 2:30–4:30 PM (#3LNC2500-01)
Eat Your Way Through Nature
Identify edible plants and taste some during a “walking sal-
ad”