The Nature group learned about reptiles at the Richardson Nature Center in November 2025.
Fall 2023 Nature Section outing
Nature
The Nature Section invites you to join us as we explore the beauty and diversity of nature surrounding us. We have all found enjoyment and relaxation in nature as an important way of managing stress.
We have opportunities to visit a variety of local areas and enjoy knowledgeable speakers about pertinent topics. If you wish to become a member of the Nature Section and receive notices about upcoming programs, please send an email message to Eileen Casey or Judie Prayfrock.
The section will keep you informed of upcoming programs throughout the year.
The UMWC newsletter and website umwc.umn.edu are excellent resources for updated information regarding events.
If you are interested in attending an event or program contact the coordinator or send an email to [email protected] requesting contact information.
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On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, fifteen UMWC members climbed into a van in the rain for a 75-mile drive to CREX Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin, with author, naturalist and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela. Luckily it stopped raining before we arrived. We saw and heard the sandhill cranes, as well as swans. We had brought food and beverages with us, and enjoyed a fun meal while sandhill cranes flew over our heads to congregate for the night.
Co-Chairs : Eileen Casey and Judie Prayfrock
Secretary/Treasurer: Susan Madison
Program Committee: Eileen Casey, Judie Prayfrock, Shirley Wright, Linda Lorenz, Diane Schweizer
Meetings: Fourth Tuesday
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Dues: Five dollars, but individual programs may involve an additional cost.
If you are interested in attending an event or program contact the coordinator or send an email to [email protected] requesting contact information.
2025-2026 Programs
Check the Quick Updates button on the UMWC website for changes in these programs!
Sept. 23, Wetland Walk on Boardwalk
Location: Harriet Alexander Nature Center, 2520 North Dale S.t, Roseville, MN
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Cost: $5 per person
Picnic/bag lunch
Oct. 28, Minnesota Wildlife
Location: Dodge Nature Center, 365 Marie Ave W.,West St. Paul, MN
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Picnic/bag lunch
Nov. 25, Reptiles and Amphibians
Location: Three Rivers/Richardson Nature Center, 8737 East Bush Lake Road,Bloomington, MN
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Cost: $4/person
Picnic/bag lunch
March 24, Maple Syrup
Location: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road ,White Bear Township, MN
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Cost: $5/person
Picnic/bag lunch
April 28, Keeping Wild Families Together
Location: Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 2530 Dale St. N., Roseville, MN
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Cost: To be determined
May 26, Restoration Projects
Location: Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 West Franklin Ave, St. Louis Park,MN 55426
Coordinators: Judie Prayfrock and Eileen Casey
Cost: To be determined