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BWBR - Big Woods Big Rivers at the Bell Museum, St Paul
Big Woods Big Rivers at the Bell Museum, St Paul website
2088 Larpenteur Ave WSt Paul, MN 55113
Join Bell Museum staff on a journey through Minnesota’s deciduous forest biome! We will be learning about the history, flora, fauna, and ecosystems of the greater Twin Cities metro area through hands-on nature and science experiences alongside professional science educators, University researchers, and community knowledge-holders.
All participants will complete small group capstone service projects which will be described in class.
The course cost is $295 and includes course manuals and supplies.
If the course cost is a hardship, please fill out the scholarship application. After the scholarship is fully processed, you will receive a code to be entered in the on-line registration process. Please wait until you receive that code to complete registration.
Course Dates:
Meeting from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on:
- Wednesday, June 10, 2026
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Instructor Information
Ashley Prado (they/them) is a Minnesota Master Naturalist and the Statewide Schools and Community Engagement Coordinator at the Bell Museum. They hold a BA in Biology and Environmental Studies from Vassar College and advanced training in youth programming and community engagement. Ashley is an experienced educator leading youth science programs including food and environmental justice and stewardship issues. For the Bell Museum, Ashley developed and manages the Bell Museum Statewide Summer Camp located at the North Central Research and Outreach center in Grand Rapids, among other k-12 and community programs.
Sponsor Information
Bell Museum of Natural History
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