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Electric Vehicles – They Are Coming, But Are They For You?
Sustainable Living

This course will introduce you to the world of electric vehicles (EVs) with the first night being a one hour education session and the second night, an opportunity to drive a variety of electric vehicles. Some of the topics include: the history of EV’s, battery chemistry, charging, range, calculating individual cost savings, calculating emissions savings, available vehicles, and the future. Whether you are considering purchasing now or in the future, this course will help you decide what vehicle is best for you and what the benefits are by going electric. Sponsored by Rochester Public Utilities (RPU).
2021 Winter/Spring Adult

Spring Wildflower Identification
Encounter the Outdoors

Spring is an exciting time in Minnesota for wildflowers as the numbers and variety are astounding. Come along as we explore Oxbow's woodlands in search of these beauties. Trout lily, violets, bluebells, trillium, and wild ginger are a few of the varieties that will be seen. Prior to our trip outdoors, we will view a brief slide presentation showing the early and late spring bloomers that will not be encountered on our trip outdoors. Cosponsored with Zumbro Valley Audubon Society and Oxbow Park. RAIN DATE IS SUNDAY, MAY 2.
2021 Winter/Spring Adult

Tree Identification
Encounter the Outdoors

Have you just recently purchased a wooded parcel of land and are curious about what species of trees are located there? Or perhaps you are simply interested in trees. If so, here is just the opportunity for you. Join John as he hikes the trails of Oxbow Park and learn about the various species of trees that inhabit southeastern Minnesota. A brief slide presentation on the utilization of tree flowers as one of the keys to identification will precede the trip outdoors. Cosponsored with Zumbro Valley Audubon Society and Oxbow Park. RAIN DATE IS SUNDAY, JUNE 6.
2021 Winter/Spring Adult

Spring Bird Identification
Encounter the Outdoors

Spring is an exciting time of year to observe bird life. Our area serves as a home to those summer residents that will raise their young here in addition to providing a resting place for spring migrants as they travel to areas farther north. We should see a variety of warblers, sparrows, and thrushes as well as those reliable year round residents: cardinals, jays, and woodpeckers, just to name a few. Bring binoculars if you have them. Cosponsored with Zumbro Valley Audubon Society and Oxbow Park. RAIN DATE IS SUNDAY, MAY 16.
2021 Winter/Spring Adult
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Introduction to Fly Fishing
Encounter the Outdoors

Learn the basics of fly casting and fishing, and where and how to fly fish in southeast Minnesota for trout and other species. This class will get you started with indoor casting instruction and practice, fly fishing knots, stream entomology, flies for this area, reading the water, and more. Following this class, you'll be prepared for the fishing season. Additional assistance provided by Hiawatha Trout Unlimited members.
2021 Winter/Spring Adult
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