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SUMMARY:Bird Watching Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk to learn about the birds that we find on the refuge. Learn about the different types of habitats at the refuge that support over 100 species of birds\, many of which migrate through and nest on the refuge during certain times of the year. No experience needed\, this program is intended for those interested in birding regardless of experience level. Registration required. \nQuestions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900. \nDate and Time: Sunday\, October 18\, 2026 from 8-10:30am \nLocation: Meet us at the kiosk at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead. \n7701 County Road 101 E\, Shakopee\, MN 55379 \nRegistration Information: Registration for this program is required and capped at 25 participants.  To register for the program\, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuges website.  Then go to the events page and choose the walk you would like to register for.  Click on that program and it will take you to the registration page for the program. \nPlease indicate in your registration if you would like to receive a birding summary and species list from the walk. \nActivity Level: This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active\, slow moving\, with plenty of stops along the way. \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended\, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them\, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well. \nAccessibility: Accessibility at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead: \nThere are no restrooms or water located at this trailhead. The Minnesota Valley State Trail is a paved flat route\, and the Blue Lake Trail is natural surface and mostly flat. Depending on seasonal trail conditions\, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches or rest areas along the route. The trailhead is
URL:https://mrvac.org/event/bird-watching-trek-3/
LOCATION:Wilkie Unit Trailhead\, 7701 County Road 101 E.\, Shakopee\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Craig Mandel":MAILTO:EgretCMan@msn.com
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SUMMARY:Bird Watching Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk and learn about the birds that can be observed on the refuge. Learn about the importance of different types of habitats at the refuge that support a wide variety of fall migrants. We’ll be watching for different species of Sparrows and with luck some large concentrations of Waterfowl.  No bird watching experience is necessary for these programs.  Extra binoculars will be available for those without their own pair.  For those with more experience\, bring along your own optics\, field guides\, and dress for the weather.  Registration is required for this event.\nQuestions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900. \nDate and Time: Sunday\, November 8\, 2026 from 8-10:30am \nLocation: Meet us at the kiosk at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead. \n7701 County Road 101 E\, Shakopee\, MN 55379 \nRegistration Information: Registration for this program is required and capped at 25 participants.  To register for the program\, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuges website.  Then go to the events page and choose the walk you would like to register for.  Click on that program and it will take you to the registration page for the program. \nPlease indicate in your registration if you would like to receive a birding summary and species list from the walk. \nActivity Level: This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active\, slow moving\, with plenty of stops along the way. \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended\, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them\, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well. \nAccessibility: Accessibility at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead: \nThere are no restrooms or water located at this trailhead. The Minnesota Valley State Trail is a paved flat route\, and the Blue Lake Trail is natural surface and mostly flat. Depending on seasonal trail conditions\, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches or rest areas along the route. The trailhead is
URL:https://mrvac.org/event/bird-watching-trek-20/
LOCATION:Wilkie Unit Trailhead\, 7701 County Road 101 E.\, Shakopee\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Craig Mandel":MAILTO:EgretCMan@msn.com
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SUMMARY:Bird Watching Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk and learn about the birds that can be observed on the refuge. Learn about the importance of different types of habitats at the refuge that support a wide variety of fall migrants. We’ll be watching for different species of Sparrows and with luck some large concentrations of Waterfowl.  No bird watching experience is necessary for these programs.  Extra binoculars will be available for those without their own pair.  For those with more experience\, bring along your own optics\, field guides\, and dress for the weather.  Registration is required for this event.   \nQuestions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900. \nDate and Time: Saturday\, November 28\, 2026 from 8-10:30am \nLocation: Meet us at the kiosk at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead. \n7701 County Road 101 E\, Shakopee\, MN 55379 \nRegistration Information: Registration for this program is required and capped at 25 participants.  To register for the program\, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuges website.  Then go to the events page and choose the walk you would like to register for.  Click on that program and it will take you to the registration page for the program. \nPlease indicate in your registration if you would like to receive a birding summary and species list from the walk. \nActivity Level: This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active\, slow moving\, with plenty of stops along the way. \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended\, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them\, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well. \nAccessibility: Accessibility at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead: \nThere are no restrooms or water located at this trailhead. The Minnesota Valley State Trail is a paved flat route\, and the Blue Lake Trail is natural surface and mostly flat. Depending on seasonal trail conditions\, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches or rest areas along the route. The trailhead is
URL:https://mrvac.org/event/bird-watching-trek-27/
LOCATION:Wilkie Unit Trailhead\, 7701 County Road 101 E.\, Shakopee\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Craig Mandel":MAILTO:EgretCMan@msn.com
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SUMMARY:Bird Watching Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join refuge naturalist Craig Mandel for a bird walk to learn about the birds that we find on the refuge. Learn about the different types of habitats at the refuge that support over 100 species of birds\, many of which migrate through and nest on the refuge during certain times of the year. No experience needed\, this program is intended for those interested in birding regardless of experience level. Registration required. \nQuestions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900. \nDate and Time: Saturday\, December 5\, 2026 from 8-10:30am \nLocation: Meet us at the kiosk at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead. \n7701 County Road 101 E\, Shakopee\, MN 55379 \nRegistration Information: Registration for this program is required and capped at 25 participants.  To register for the program\, visit the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuges website.  Then go to the events page and choose the walk you would like to register for.  Click on that program and it will take you to the registration page for the program. \nPlease indicate in your registration if you would like to receive a birding summary and species list from the walk. \nActivity Level: This program is entirely outdoors. Distance covered is 1-2 miles total. The walk is easy active\, slow moving\, with plenty of stops along the way. \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable clothing is recommended\, including boots for wet/rainy conditions on muddy trails. If you have them\, bring along your own pair of binoculars and field guides. Volunteers have spotting scopes available for all to use as well. \nAccessibility: Accessibility at the Wilkie Unit Trailhead: \nThere are no restrooms or water located at this trailhead. The Minnesota Valley State Trail is a paved flat route\, and the Blue Lake Trail is natural surface and mostly flat. Depending on seasonal trail conditions\, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches or rest areas along the route. The trailhead is
URL:https://mrvac.org/event/bird-watching-trek-28/
LOCATION:Wilkie Unit Trailhead\, 7701 County Road 101 E.\, Shakopee\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Craig Mandel":MAILTO:EgretCMan@msn.com
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