Today’s Events

No events today, but take a look below to see what's coming up.

MRVAC Programs

Thursday, May 23, 7:00 pm A Love Affair with Birds: The Life of Thomas Sadler Roberts by Sue Leaf

Thursday, June 6, 4:30 pm Annual MRVAC Birding & Potluck

No MRVAC programs in July & August. Enjoy your summer!

Upcoming Events

  • ~ June 1, 2013. 8:30 am. Field Trip: Louisville Swamp MN Valley NWR, Jordan
  • ~ June 2, 2013. 7:00 am. Field Trip: Bird Watching Trek at the Cliff Fen Trailhead
  • ~ June 3, 2013. 7:00 am. Field Trip: Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
  • ~ June 4, 2013. 7:00 am. Field Trip: Bird Watching Trek Old Cedar Ave. Bridge
  • ~ June 6, 2013. 4:30 pm. MRVAC Program: Potluck & Birding at Wood Lake
  • ~ June 7, 2013. . Road Trip: Birding Bonanza Weekend, June 7-9: Audubon Center of the North Woods
  • ~ June 8, 2013. 8:30 am. Field Trip: Rapids Lake Education Cntr, MVNWR, Carver
  • ~ June 12, 2013. . Road Trip: Tettegouche State Park, June 12-14
  • ~ June 16, 2013. . Road Trip: Woods, Water and Wisdom, June 16-21: A Family Nature Adventure at the Lake

Sky Dance of the American Woodcock - MVNWR

Come along on a journey to observe American Woodcock’s unforgettable aerial displays as twilight takes hold of the refuge.

Space is very limited. Reservations are required – please call 952-858-0715. No cameras or flashlights are allowed during this program. Please have sturdy footwear and wear dark, quiet clothing to avoid disturbing the birds.

For more specific information, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge event page: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/minnesotavalley/calendar.html.

  • Cliff Fen Trailhead, Friday, April 20, 7:45 pm to dark
  • Cliff Fen Trailhead, Tuesday, April 24, 7:45 pm
  • Rapids Lake Wednesday, April 25, 8:00 pm
  • Rapids Lake Friday, April 27, at 8:00 pm
  • Cliff Fen Trailhead, Tuesday, May 1, 8:00 pm
  • Cliff Fen Trailhead, Thursday, May 3, 8:00 pm
  • Cliff Fen Trailhead, Friday, May 5, 8:00 pm