Prime Habitat It is not uncommon to see nesting pairs of bald eagles in and near Wabasha, Minnesota. A prime habitat on the Mississippi River, in addition to the numerous neighboring lakes, makes this area of Minnesota a favorite residence for perhaps the most majestic and awe-inspiring of all birds. Eagle Watch, Inc., a small […]
Dodge Nature Center
Nature in the City Dodge Nature Center is a non-profit organization that operates a 320-acre nature preserve and model farm, located in West St. Paul just off State Highway 110. Establish in 1967 by Olivia Dodge, DNC provides outdoor education and environmental experiences to thousands of people each year. “Our biggest asset is that we […]
Brainerd: A Community in Action
Well-Rounded Action in the Brainerd Lakes Area Competition can be transformed into cooperation. If you are looking for proof, look to the Brainerd Lakes Area. Through the creation of “Energizing Our Dreams-Mobilizing Our Gifts”; Brainerd, Baxter, and Nisswa residents’ vision for healthier communities, people are working together to optimize their many resources. The Brainerd Lakes […]
Bert Raney Elementary 3rd Grade
Hands-on Learning Third graders in Pam Betheldson’s class do not learn about science and nature simply from books. They go on frog hunts at nature centers to learn about their ecosystem hands-on. The frog hunt is one of the many activities used to teach the Yellow Medicine East students all about the frogs of Minnesota. […]