Enjoy what is left of nature's beauty before winter tightens its grip on southeastern Minnesota by searching for the wildflowers of fall. These floral denizens have much to offer in the way of beauty and variety that are unique to this season of the year. We will meet at Northrop for a brief slide presentation before driving to Essex Park for our outdoor trip. Cosponsored with Zumbro Valley Audubon Society. Rain date is Sun, Sep. 20th.

Curious about the trees on your wooded property, or simply interested in learning more about the trees around you? This class begins with a one-hour slide presentation at Northrop, introducing participants to common tree species and key identification features. Participants will then travel to Essex Park to apply their knowledge in the field, identifying a variety of trees in a natural setting. Cosponsored by the Zumbro Valley Audubon Society. Rain date is Sun, Sep. 27th.