Course Registration
VOL - NPLD - River Bend Nature Center
NPLD - River Bend Nature Center website
1000 Rustad Rd.Faribault, MN 55021
National Public Lands Day 2026 will be Saturday, September 26. This is a statewide event that provides unique opportunities for Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteers to participate in our largest single-day of service. Locations across the state will have MNats and others out helping to make Minnesota a better place!
Friends and family are welcome to participate, but must be registered to participate. Everyone will sign a photo release upon site registration. All participants will receive a free NPLD MNat t-shirt as a thank you for participating. You can add additional participant names in the comment field.
Registration by September 4th is required to receive a t-shirt. Registration will close on September 18th for participation in the event without a t-shirt.
Volunteers will be helping with buckthorn removal and production of biochar, helping turn an invasive species into a value added resource for the soil. Activities include pulling and cutting buckthorn, stacking it, and loading kilns. Volunteers should wear close toed shoes and pants, and bring a water bottle and lunch. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own gloves or hand tool if they have them. Site will provide: Safety equipment (gloves, safety glasses), loppers, lemonade.
ADD any family members or friends by name with t-shirt sizes in the comments section, along with any dietary restrictions or special accommodations.
Course Dates:
Meeting from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on:
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
Instructor Information
Amy holds a BA in Elementary Education from the College of St. Scholastica and a MEd in Environmental Leadership and Learning from the University of MN. With over 30 years of experience in cooperative extension, Amy's career has been dedicated to intertwining her work with a passion for the environment. Since its inception in 2005, she has been an integral part of the Minnesota Master Naturalist program. Hailing from the Duluth area, Amy is a true native Minnesotan who has always cherished the outdoors, finding joy in sharing her love and knowledge with others.
Sponsor Information
River Bend Nature Center
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