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Activities and Apple Orchard - Carpenter Saint Croix Valley Nature Center

12805 Saint Croix Trail South, Hastings, MN 55033

Eligibility

Open to all

Hours

- Office: 8 am - 4:30 pm/7 days a week - Apple Shack: Open during harvest season for apple sales

Application process

Call or walk in

Fees

Vary

Service area

MN

Other Information

Hours of Operation

Open Saturday or Sunday

Application Process

Walk In

Description

- Nature center covering 720 acres - Storytime for ages 2-5 which includes an hour of activities including a nature story, art or craft project, exploring the outdoors, and observing live animals - Summer day camps for children including games, crafts, and nature hikes - Environmental education programs for groups on variety of topics - Several miles of walking trails through various habitats - Environmental advocacy, consulting, and education - Snowshoes available for rental with adequate snow cover - Maple syrup and honey production - Apple Orchard: Apples for sale grown in orchard using minimal spray techniques - Internship opportunities

Last Assured

04/18/2025

Providing organization

Carpenter Saint Croix Valley Nature Center

Nature center providing preservation of wildlife habitats and education experiences for community members.