Jul 2021
Music by the Lake: Jesse Eugene
Music by the Lake: Jesse Eugene at Sibley State Park Friday, July 30th from 7-8pm Jesse Eugene is a folk musician from Little Falls, Minnesota. He is a one-man band who often collaborates with other musicians. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and settle in for music by the lake. Jesse will be playing on the Lakeview Campground lawn by the horse shoe pits. Call 320-354-2055 or send email to kelsey.olson@state.mn.us.
Find out more »Campfire Cooking Kits
Campfire Cooking Kits at Sibley State Park Saturday, July 31 from 8:30-10am Have a one and one campfire cooking instruction! Pre-register to have the naturalist visit your campsite (or meeting location) personally to share with you recipes and the tradition of cooking around the campfire. Upon registering, you will be signing up to receive a one-recipe cooking kit- ingredients included- and a grocery list of items to bring with you to make a mystery dish on your own. Mystery dishes…
Find out more »Your Brain on Nature
Your Brain on Nature at Sibley State Park Saturday, July 31st from 11:30am to 3pm Ahhhhh?..why have you traveled to Sibley State Park today? Likely to get away and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet in the outdoors. Nature is the only true way to recharge our mental batteries. Take the Nature's Medicine Invitation Challenge to discover just how nature re-sets our brains. Challenges include invitations to explore nature in a slow, patient, and methodical way. This mindfulness practice…
Find out more »Aug 2021
Beat the Heat Mornings in Nature
Beat the Heat Mornings in Nature at Sibley State Park Do you enjoy knowing what to see on a hike, but like exploring on your own? Beat the Heat is for you and occurs weekly before the heat of the day! Pre-register to join the naturalist and other hikers for a brief presentation on what phenology, or nature happenings, are occurring on the trail and where you can look for them. Hike the trail at your leisure, and afterward, return…
Find out more »Animals of the Night with a Naturalist Stop
Animals of the Night with a Naturalist Stop at Sibley State Park When we head in for the night and turn on the lights, many animals head out and thrive in the dark. Go on a self-guided hike with interactive activities and a naturalist stop along the way. Head back to the campsite with activities to do around the campfire once the sun sets tonight. Give yourself about 40 minutes to an hour to enjoy this gentle hike. The naturalist…
Find out more »Insect Investigation
Insect Investigation at Sibley State Park Pre-register for the opportunity to respectfully and carefully catch and observe live insects! Meet the naturalist to distinguish between the different kinds of bugs, and then catch insects independently as a family. Afterwards, we will gather to identify the species before you release them back into the prairie. The program will be an hour long, with a half hour with the naturalist. Limited spots available, pre-register by 7 pm on Friday night to secure…
Find out more »Osprey Wilds Presents: Raptors by Family
Osprey Wilds Presents: Raptors by Family at Sibley State Park All birds of prey have certain characteristics in common, but each group (falcons, owls, hawks, osprey, and eagles) have adaptations that make them unique. Students will explore these unique adaptations through activities and by meeting 2 or 3 live raptors. Meet at the Interpretive Center Amphitheater. As of now, bring a chair for sitting on.
Find out more »Jun 2022
Sibley State Park Trail Dedication & Bike Ride
Sibley State Park Trail Dedication & Bike Ride Saturday, June 11th at 10:00am at the Beach Parking Lot There will be a short trail dedication and then a six-mile bike ride on the new trail. There will be some bikes available to use from the Willmar Bike Fleet, but you are welcome and encouraged to bring your own bike. Don't forget your helmet!
Find out more »Oct 2022
Lovely Leaves Hike
Lovely Leaves Hike Sibley State Park Oct. 15, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 22, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Many people enjoy witnessing the brilliant colors that decorate the trees during Autumn. What is the reason for the remarkable display? Let's find out as we take a hike to experience all the Autumnal morning has to offer. We will be meeting at the front of the…
Find out more »Leaf Printing
Leaf Printing Sibley State Park Oct. 16, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 21, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The fall colors are stunning, but they don't last for long. However, the leaves we'll be making with paints certainly will. Come explore why the leaves are changing and make a painted leaf picture to remember the colors of the season. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. More…
Find out more »Leaf Printing
Leaf Printing Sibley State Park Oct. 16, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 21, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The fall colors are stunning, but they don't last for long. However, the leaves we'll be making with paints certainly will. Come explore why the leaves are changing and make a painted leaf picture to remember the colors of the season. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. More…
Find out more »Lovely Leaves Hike
Lovely Leaves Hike Sibley State Park Oct. 15, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 22, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Many people enjoy witnessing the brilliant colors that decorate the trees during Autumn. What is the reason for the remarkable display? Let's find out as we take a hike to experience all the Autumnal morning has to offer. We will be meeting at the front of the…
Find out more »The Elusive Spider
The Elusive Spider Sibley State Park Oct. 22, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 30, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The don't have the best reputation, but they are essential to the ecosystem. We'll unravel the mysteries of spiders, what species you can find at the park, and the large role they play in the world around us. As we discover the exciting world of a spider, we will make our very own spider web. We…
Find out more »Lovely Leaves Hike
Lovely Leaves Hike Sibley State Park Oct. 15, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 22, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Many people enjoy witnessing the brilliant colors that decorate the trees during Autumn. What is the reason for the remarkable display? Let's find out as we take a hike to experience all the Autumnal morning has to offer. We will be meeting at the front of the…
Find out more »Leaf Printing
Leaf Printing Sibley State Park Oct. 16, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 21, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 29, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The fall colors are stunning, but they don't last for long. However, the leaves we'll be making with paints certainly will. Come explore why the leaves are changing and make a painted leaf picture to remember the colors of the season. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. More…
Find out more »The Elusive Spider
The Elusive Spider Sibley State Park Oct. 22, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 30, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The don't have the best reputation, but they are essential to the ecosystem. We'll unravel the mysteries of spiders, what species you can find at the park, and the large role they play in the world around us. As we discover the exciting world of a spider, we will make our very own spider web. We…
Find out more »Nov 2022
Autumn Morning Hike at Sibley State Park
Autumn Morning Hike at Sibley State Park Nov. 25, 2022 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The autumn landscape is beginning to settle into winter dormancy. Let's enjoy the morning on a hike and witness the natural world as it prepares for the next season. We will be meeting at the front of the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. This trail is a 0.7-mile loop with a maximum 7 percent grade for 190ft. Please wear appropriate clothing…
Find out more »Dec 2022
Winter Walk at Sibley State Park
Winter Walk at Sibley State Park Dec. 3, 2022 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 10, 2022 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Winter offers a new perspective on the landscape. The natural world seems slower and more quiet, but there is still so much to experience. Let's spend the afternoon enjoying the outdoors. We will be meeting at the front of the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. This trail is a 0.7 mile loop with a…
Find out more »Winter Walk at Sibley State Park
Winter Walk at Sibley State Park Dec. 3, 2022 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 10, 2022 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Winter offers a new perspective on the landscape. The natural world seems slower and more quiet, but there is still so much to experience. Let's spend the afternoon enjoying the outdoors. We will be meeting at the front of the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. This trail is a 0.7 mile loop with a…
Find out more »Jan 2023
First Day Hike at Sibley State Park
First Day Hike at Sibley State Park Jan. 1, 2023 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join us to welcome in the new year by getting outside with a morning hike. Take the opportunity to explore the winter landscape of the park with the naturalist. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. We'll be hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a maximum grade of 7 percent over 190 feet. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Contact Savannah…
Find out more »Feb 2023
Great Backyard Bird Count Hike at Sibley State Park
Great Backyard Bird Count Hike Sibley State Park Feb. 18, 2023 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's time to be a citizen scientist. Join the interpretive staff on the Pondview Trail to identify and count as many birds as possible for the Great Backyard Bird Count. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center. The Pondview Interpretive Trail is a 0.7-loop with a maximum 7 percent grade for 190ft. Please bring your own binoculars if you have them. If…
Find out more »Mar 2023
An Incredible Journey at Sibley State Park
An Incredible Journey at Sibley State Park March 18, 2023 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Water is all around us in many different forms, but how does it end up in those forms and locations? Let's play a game to explore the water cycle and how water moves through the world around us. We'll be taking on the role as a drop of water moving through prairie. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. This activity is designed for ages 5-11,…
Find out more »Apr 2023
Campfire Safety 101 at Sibley State Park
Campfire Safety 101 at Sibley State Park April 8, 2023 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoying time by the campfire is a great way to relax, but safety should always be on the mind when managing a campfire. Learn the basics of fire and how to safely enjoy campfires. Meet at the Amphitheater by the Sibley Interpretive Center. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 320-354-2002 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us. If you need an accommodation, please call or…
Find out more »Morning Mindfulness Hike at Sibley State Park
Morning Mindfulness Hike at Sibley State Park April 22, 2023 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Join an interpreter to take a deep breath and enjoy the natural world around us. Hiking can be a great way to relax and let the business of life fall away for a while. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a 7 percent grade over 190ft. More Information Contact Savannah…
Find out more »May 2023
Our Prairies at Sibley State Park
Our Prairies at Sibley State Park May 27, 2023 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Join Volunteer and Master Naturalist Brian Christiansen to learn about the prairies of Sibley. He will be discussing what makes our prairies unique, the plants that live on the prairie, and how the landscape is managed through prescribed burns. The program will be held in the downstairs portion of the Interpretive Center, in the classroom. It can be accessed through the trail center. More Information Contact…
Find out more »Jun 2023
Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park
Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park June 9, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 16, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 23, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 30, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come learn a little bit about the landscape of the park and the organisms that call Sibley home. This activity is designed with ages 6-12 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied…
Find out more »Movie in the Park with New London Roaming Cinema
Movie in the Park with New London Roaming Cinema Saturday, June 10th at 8:30pm (Free Park Day) Join Sibley State Park and New London Roaming Cinema for an outdoor movie night. We'll be showing Flying Deuces. Flying Deuces (1939, Sutherland) Starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. In their best known public domain classic film, after Babe's heartbreak, Laurel and Hardy join the French Foreign Legion. Runtime 1 hour 9 minutes. The movie will begin at sunset. Sunset is predicted to…
Find out more »Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park
Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park June 9, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 16, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 23, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 30, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come learn a little bit about the landscape of the park and the organisms that call Sibley home. This activity is designed with ages 6-12 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied…
Find out more »Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park
Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park June 9, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 16, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 23, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 30, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come learn a little bit about the landscape of the park and the organisms that call Sibley home. This activity is designed with ages 6-12 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied…
Find out more »Service Saturday at Sibley State Park
Service Saturday at Sibley State Park June 24, 2023 from 2-3pm July 15, 2023 from 4-5pm Consider volunteering help support Sibley State Park. Activities are based on your interest and abilities. Please contact Savannah at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us at least two weeks prior to the event to discuss how you would like to volunteer with the park. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 320-354-2002 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us. If you need an accommodation, please call or email the event…
Find out more »Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park
Young Explorers Hike at Sibley State Park June 9, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 16, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 23, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 30, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come learn a little bit about the landscape of the park and the organisms that call Sibley home. This activity is designed with ages 6-12 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied…
Find out more »Jul 2023
Morning Mindfulness Hike at Sibley State Park
Morning Mindfulness Hike at Sibley State Park July 2, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Join an interpreter to take a deep breath and enjoy the natural world around us. Hiking can be a great way to relax and let the business of life fall away for a while. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a 7 percent grade over 190ft. More Information Contact…
Find out more »Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park
Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park July 8, 2023 from 5-6pm July 22, 2023 from 5-6pm July 29, 2023 from 5-6pm When it comes to nature, it can be hard to distinguish fact from fiction. There are many myths about the plants and animals that inhabit Minnesota. Come play a game of trivia to find the truth behind common beliefs about the natural world. We will be meeting in the classroom of the Sibley Interpretive Center. The classroom is…
Find out more »Wander Through the Wildflowers
Wander Through the Wildflowers at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 9-10am July 16, 2023 from 9-10am July 23, 2023 from 9-10am July 30, 2023 from 9-10am Wildflowers have been catching the eye of park visitors for many years. But what makes them grow at the park and why are they worth protecting? Join an interpret on a hike to observe the wildflowers of the park and learn about the flowers as we find them. We will be meeting…
Find out more »Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park
Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 1-2pm July 16, 2023 from 1-2pm July 23, 2023 from 1-2pm July 30, 2023 from 1-2pm Old newspaper can sometimes pile up. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn how that newspaper can be turned into a seed pot perfect for planting some native wildflowers. All materials are provided. The interpreter's table will be at the beach. You are welcome to participate in the activity any time during the…
Find out more »Get Hooked on Fishing
Get Hooked on Fishing at Sibley State Park July 1st from 2-3pm July 4th from 1-2pm July 8th from 2:30-3:30pm July 15th from 2:30-3:30pm July 22nd from 2:30-3:30pm July 29th from 2:30-3:30pm 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. All equipment is provided. To ensure there is enough equipment for all participants, please pre-register…
Find out more »Service Saturday at Sibley State Park
Service Saturday at Sibley State Park June 24, 2023 from 2-3pm July 15, 2023 from 4-5pm Consider volunteering help support Sibley State Park. Activities are based on your interest and abilities. Please contact Savannah at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us at least two weeks prior to the event to discuss how you would like to volunteer with the park. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 320-354-2002 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us. If you need an accommodation, please call or email the event…
Find out more »Wander Through the Wildflowers
Wander Through the Wildflowers at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 9-10am July 16, 2023 from 9-10am July 23, 2023 from 9-10am July 30, 2023 from 9-10am Wildflowers have been catching the eye of park visitors for many years. But what makes them grow at the park and why are they worth protecting? Join an interpret on a hike to observe the wildflowers of the park and learn about the flowers as we find them. We will be meeting…
Find out more »Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park
Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 1-2pm July 16, 2023 from 1-2pm July 23, 2023 from 1-2pm July 30, 2023 from 1-2pm Old newspaper can sometimes pile up. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn how that newspaper can be turned into a seed pot perfect for planting some native wildflowers. All materials are provided. The interpreter's table will be at the beach. You are welcome to participate in the activity any time during the…
Find out more »Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park
Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park July 8, 2023 from 5-6pm July 22, 2023 from 5-6pm July 29, 2023 from 5-6pm When it comes to nature, it can be hard to distinguish fact from fiction. There are many myths about the plants and animals that inhabit Minnesota. Come play a game of trivia to find the truth behind common beliefs about the natural world. We will be meeting in the classroom of the Sibley Interpretive Center. The classroom is…
Find out more »Wander Through the Wildflowers
Wander Through the Wildflowers at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 9-10am July 16, 2023 from 9-10am July 23, 2023 from 9-10am July 30, 2023 from 9-10am Wildflowers have been catching the eye of park visitors for many years. But what makes them grow at the park and why are they worth protecting? Join an interpret on a hike to observe the wildflowers of the park and learn about the flowers as we find them. We will be meeting…
Find out more »Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park
Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 1-2pm July 16, 2023 from 1-2pm July 23, 2023 from 1-2pm July 30, 2023 from 1-2pm Old newspaper can sometimes pile up. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn how that newspaper can be turned into a seed pot perfect for planting some native wildflowers. All materials are provided. The interpreter's table will be at the beach. You are welcome to participate in the activity any time during the…
Find out more »Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park
Tall Tale Trivia at Sibley State Park July 8, 2023 from 5-6pm July 22, 2023 from 5-6pm July 29, 2023 from 5-6pm When it comes to nature, it can be hard to distinguish fact from fiction. There are many myths about the plants and animals that inhabit Minnesota. Come play a game of trivia to find the truth behind common beliefs about the natural world. We will be meeting in the classroom of the Sibley Interpretive Center. The classroom is…
Find out more »Wander Through the Wildflowers
Wander Through the Wildflowers at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 9-10am July 16, 2023 from 9-10am July 23, 2023 from 9-10am July 30, 2023 from 9-10am Wildflowers have been catching the eye of park visitors for many years. But what makes them grow at the park and why are they worth protecting? Join an interpret on a hike to observe the wildflowers of the park and learn about the flowers as we find them. We will be meeting…
Find out more »Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park
Trash to Treasure at Sibley State Park July 9, 2023 from 1-2pm July 16, 2023 from 1-2pm July 23, 2023 from 1-2pm July 30, 2023 from 1-2pm Old newspaper can sometimes pile up. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn how that newspaper can be turned into a seed pot perfect for planting some native wildflowers. All materials are provided. The interpreter's table will be at the beach. You are welcome to participate in the activity any time during the…
Find out more »Aug 2023
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park August 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 18, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 25, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sept 1, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Often times, wildlife goes unseen, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave their signs behind. The signs can include tracks, scat, and remains. Drop by the interpreter’s table…
Find out more »An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park August 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 18, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 25, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sept 1, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Often times, wildlife goes unseen, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave their signs behind. The signs can include tracks, scat, and remains. Drop by the interpreter’s table…
Find out more »Nature Journaling at Sibley State Park
Nature Journaling Sibley State Park August 12 from 5-6pm August 19 from 5-6pm Come join a naturalist to learn about the mindful activity of nature journaling. Materials will be provided to make and decorate your journal and then well take some time to go sit outside and write about the world around us. Activity is designed for ages 8 and up, but all are welcome to participate. We will be meeting at in the classroom in the downstairs area of…
Find out more »A Peek at the Night Sky at Sibley State Park
A Peek at the Night Sky Sibley State Park August 12 from 9:30-10:30pm The night sky has been fascinating people for generations. Join us at Sibley for a volunteer lead program by Patrick Thibault. We'll explore the night sky and make a sky wheel to help us find the constellations. Program will be dependent on weather conditions and visibility. Please check back a few days before the program for the most up to date information. Or contact Savannah at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us.…
Find out more »Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park
Meet the Trees Sibley State Park August 13 from 1-2pm August 20 from 1-2pm August 27 from 1-2pm Sept 3 from 1-2pm Trees are found in many different habitats across Minnesota. Sometimes they go unnoticed as a feature in the landscape. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn about why trees are important and how to identify some of the common trees in the park. The interpreter's table will be located at the beach. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive…
Find out more »An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park August 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 18, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 25, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sept 1, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Often times, wildlife goes unseen, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave their signs behind. The signs can include tracks, scat, and remains. Drop by the interpreter’s table…
Find out more »Nature Journaling at Sibley State Park
Nature Journaling Sibley State Park August 12 from 5-6pm August 19 from 5-6pm Come join a naturalist to learn about the mindful activity of nature journaling. Materials will be provided to make and decorate your journal and then well take some time to go sit outside and write about the world around us. Activity is designed for ages 8 and up, but all are welcome to participate. We will be meeting at in the classroom in the downstairs area of…
Find out more »A Buggy Night at Sibley State Park
A Buggy Night at Sibley State Park August 19, 2023 from 9-10pm Sept 2, 2023 from 9-10pm Insects are fascinating creatures that may go unnoticed. Join a naturalist for a night hike to observe some of the insects that are at home on the Sibley landscape. We will be meeting at the Interpretive Center and hiking the Pond View Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7mile loop with a 7 percent grade over 190ft. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist…
Find out more »Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park
Meet the Trees Sibley State Park August 13 from 1-2pm August 20 from 1-2pm August 27 from 1-2pm Sept 3 from 1-2pm Trees are found in many different habitats across Minnesota. Sometimes they go unnoticed as a feature in the landscape. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn about why trees are important and how to identify some of the common trees in the park. The interpreter's table will be located at the beach. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive…
Find out more »An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park August 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 18, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 25, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sept 1, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Often times, wildlife goes unseen, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave their signs behind. The signs can include tracks, scat, and remains. Drop by the interpreter’s table…
Find out more »Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park
Meet the Trees Sibley State Park August 13 from 1-2pm August 20 from 1-2pm August 27 from 1-2pm Sept 3 from 1-2pm Trees are found in many different habitats across Minnesota. Sometimes they go unnoticed as a feature in the landscape. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn about why trees are important and how to identify some of the common trees in the park. The interpreter's table will be located at the beach. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive…
Find out more »Sep 2023
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park
An Unseen Presence at Sibley State Park August 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 11, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 18, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 25, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sept 1, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Often times, wildlife goes unseen, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave their signs behind. The signs can include tracks, scat, and remains. Drop by the interpreter’s table…
Find out more »A Buggy Night at Sibley State Park
A Buggy Night at Sibley State Park August 19, 2023 from 9-10pm Sept 2, 2023 from 9-10pm Insects are fascinating creatures that may go unnoticed. Join a naturalist for a night hike to observe some of the insects that are at home on the Sibley landscape. We will be meeting at the Interpretive Center and hiking the Pond View Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7mile loop with a 7 percent grade over 190ft. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist…
Find out more »Meet the Trees at Sibley State Park
Meet the Trees Sibley State Park August 13 from 1-2pm August 20 from 1-2pm August 27 from 1-2pm Sept 3 from 1-2pm Trees are found in many different habitats across Minnesota. Sometimes they go unnoticed as a feature in the landscape. Drop by the interpreter's table to learn about why trees are important and how to identify some of the common trees in the park. The interpreter's table will be located at the beach. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive…
Find out more »Oct 2023
Lovely Leaves Hike at Sibley State Park
Lovely Leaves Hike at Sibley State Park Oct. 7, 2023 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The fall colors attract many people to view them every year, but what cause the stunning display? Join a naturalist to take in the fall leaves and grasses at the park and learn a little bit about the science behind the changing colors, as well as the greater impact that fallen leaves have on the environment. We'll be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and…
Find out more »Leaf Pringting at Sibley State Park
Lovely Leaves Hike at Sibley State Park Oct. 7, 2023 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Drop by the interpreter's table any time during the program hour to make a quick craft and talk about the leaves of Sibley and why they change colors. Interpreter's table will be set up at the Interpretive Center. For More Information: Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 3203477812 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us.
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Prairie Hunters at Sibley State Park
Prairie Hunters at Sibley State Park Dec. 9, 2023 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Life can be tough for a coyote trying to survive on the prairie. There are many factors that affect how many animals can live in an area. Come play a game to explore what it takes to survive as a wild coyote. This activity is planned with ages 6-10 in mind, but all are welcome to participate. Meet at the Sibley Interpretive Center. More Information Contact…
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Scats and Tracks at Sibley State Park
Scats and Tracks at Sibley State Park Jan. 13, 2024 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. We rarely see the wildlife that passes through the area, but fortunately, they leave signs that they have been in an around. These signs are often tracks in the mud or scat. These simple signs can tell us a lot about the environment around us. Drop by the interpreters table at the Sibley Interpretive Center to learn about the scats and tracks of resident wildlife…
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Luminary Decorating at Sibley State Park Jan. 20, 2024 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Would you like to make a jar luminary to be used in this year's Luminary event? Drop by the interpretive center classroom, located downstairs in the Trail Center, anytime during the program hour to make a quick craft. The craft takes about 5-10 minutes to make and is designed for ages 6 and up. Younger participants may need adult assistance, or they can decorate a luminary…
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Snowshoe Hike at Sibley State Park Jan. 27, 2024 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come learn about the snowshoeing basics and explore the winter landscape with an interpreter. If there is not sufficient snow, we will be taking a winter hike instead. Please check back a week before the event for an update or contact the Sibley Interpretive Center. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with…
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Luminary Hike at Sibley State Park
Luminary Hike at Sibley State Park Feb. 10, 2024 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy the evening on a self-guided, lantern lit hike. Along the trail you'll see luminaries decorated by members of the community. The Pond View Interpretive trail will be illuminated for the evening. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a maximum grade of 7 percent over 190ft. Before or after hiking, drop by the campfire at the amphitheater to socialize and warm up. Light refreshments will be…
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Snowshoe Hike Changed to Winter Hike
Snowshoe Hike Changed to Winter Hike at Sibley State Park Feb. 17, 2024 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Due to recent a recent rise in temperatures, we will not be able to snowshoe. We will be taking a winter hike instead. We will be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center and hiking the Pondview Interpretive Trail. It is a 0.7-mile loop with a 7 percent grade over 190ft. Contact Savannah Stephenson; Interpretive Naturalist at 320-354-2002 or by email at savannah.stephenson@state.mn.us…
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Morning Hike at Sibley State Park
Morning Hike at Sibley State Park March 16, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Come enjoy the late morning with the naturalist as we embark on the Pondview Interpretive Center. Along the way we'll discuss the landscape of the park and point out any interesting plants or animals along the way. We'll be meeting at the Sibley Interpretive Center. The trail is a 0.7-mile loop with a maximum grade of 7 percent over 190ft. More Information Contact Savannah Stephenson;…
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Eclipse Information Station at Sibley State Park
Eclipse Information Station at Sibley State Park April 8, 2024 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Drop by the interpreter table to learn a little bit about the eclipse and what causes the phenomenal occurrence. We'll also discuss safe viewing practices and have a small craft for kids. Activities last 5-10 minutes. Participants can stop by the table any time during the viewing experience. The viewing and Interpreter's table will no longer be at the Mount Tom Parking Lot due to…
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