Apr 2025
Owl Pellets at Sibley State Park
Owl Pellets at Sibley State Park April 12, 2025 from 1-2pm What is an owl's favorite food? Come find out by opening up an owl pellet and discover what they have been eating. We'll also learn what makes an owl an efficient predator. We'll be meeting in the classroom located in the downstairs area of the Interpretive Center - also known as the Trail Center. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson at 320-470-9588 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us
Find out more »Whose Tracks are these?
Whose Tracks are these? at Sibley State Park Feb. 8, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. March 8, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. April 26, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come explore the exciting world of tracks and other signs animals leave behind. The park is home to a variety of wildlife and many of them have unique feet that help us figure out how they live their lives. We'll make an air-dry clay model…
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Morning Hike at Sibley State Park
Morning Hike at Sibley State Park March 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. May 24, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Take some time to enjoy the natural world on a short hike with the naturalist. Along the way we'll talk about the unique landscape of the park and the plants and animals that call it home. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop…
Find out more »Paddle in the Park at Sibley State Park
Paddle in the Park at Sibley State Park May 24, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy the afternoon Lake Andrew in a canoe. A long the way we'll talk a little bit about the history of the park and the environment around us. All participants must be 8 years of age or older and minors must be accompanied by an adult who will be paddling with them. All experience levels are welcome. This program is limited to 6 participants…
Find out more »Hike the Night at Sibley State Park
Hike the Night at Sibley State Park May 24, 2025 from 9-10pm Nocturnal animals have unique traits that help them survive the night life. Join an interpreter on a hike to observe the park at night and discuss why these animals are at home in the dark. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a maximum grade of 7 percent for 190ft. More Information Contact Savannah…
Find out more »Get Hooked on Fishing
Get Hooked on Fishing at Sibley State Park May 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come learn the basics of fishing and what you can expect to catch in the lake. The program is designed with beginners and ages 6-11 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment is provided. This program is limited to 10 fishing participants. Please pre-register by contacting Savannah at: savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us Pre-registration ends at 3:00…
Find out more »Fish Prints at Sibley State Park
Fish Prints at Sibley State Park May 25, 2025 from 12-1pm Fish Printing was developed in Japan. It was used by fisherman to record their catches before cameras were available. Over time it became its own unique artform. Drop by the interpreter's table at to beach to make a fish print and learn a little bit about some of the fish that reside in Lake Andrew. Activity lasts about 5 minutes. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson at 320-470-9588 or by…
Find out more »Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park
Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park May 26, 2025 from 10am to 11am Come learn about the trees as the final leaves begin to fall. We'll be taking a short walk to learn about some of the trees in our area and then return to the Interpretive Center Classroom to make a unique leaf rubbing picture. We will be meeting at the Interpretive Center and walking along a small portion of Pondview Interpretive Trail. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson;…
Find out more »Skin and Bones at Sibley State Park
Skin and Bones at Sibley State Park May 26, 2025 from 2-3pm Sibley is home to a variety of wildlife. Drop by the interpreter table at any time during the program hour to learn about some of the wildlife by looking at their fur and bones. The interpreter table will be located at the Mount Tom parking lot. Activities last about 10 minutes. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 320-470-9588 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us. If you need…
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