Cost: $0/$10/$20
On Saturday, February 7, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Belwin Conservancy will host Midwinter Family Fun. This night of outdoor activities features hikes through the snow guided by Belwin naturalists, stargazing with the Minnesota Astronomical Society, and s'mores around several campfires. Indoors, there will be warm drinks and star-themed activities. The event will take place at the Hilltop Classroom at the Education Site (1553 Stagecoach Trail South, Afton, MN 55001).
Don't miss this chance to go stargazing with one of the biggest refractive telescopes in the state! The Joseph J. Casby Observatory will be open and volunteers from the Minnesota Astronomical Society will be there to help you see the stars!
Guided night hikes will leave from the Hilltop Classroom porch throughout the evening, with the first departure at 5:15 pm and hikes leaving every 15 to 20 minutes thereafter. The last guided hike will depart around 7:15 pm.
At 5:15 pm and 6:00 pm, Jenny Hanlon of Stillwater Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) will lead a storytime in the woods specifically geared for children 5 and under.
We look forward to seeing you for a fun night out in nature!
This event uses a sliding-scale ticket structure. The suggested price is $10. If you're able and would like to help support this kind of programming, you're invited to choose the Pay It Forward option for $20. If funds are tight, please don't let that keep you from attending. You are welcome to select the Free option. All tickets provide the same access.
No dogs allowed at this event.
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