The annual River Cleanup is a core activity of Hudson’s St. Croix RiverFest. Community volunteers get out on the riverbank collecting trash and working to help clean up the river (trash bags will be provided). While the goal of RiverFest is to get people out to enjoy the river, the river cleanup is the “purpose” … Continue reading Hudson & North Hudson River Cleanup→
Join Carpenter Nature Center (CNC) staff to learn about some of the amazing animals that call the St. Croix River Valley their home and meet them up close! CNC is an environmental education and conservation organization with the mission of fostering appreciation and inspiring stewardship of the natural world. With campuses on both the Minnesota … Continue reading Carpenter Nature Center’s Animals of the St. Croix→
Tricia & the Toonies will bring together viewers of all ages in environmental awareness, teamwork and fun. Learn about the many ways of reducing the amount of trash we generate and to rethink, reuse, recycle! Families are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs and settle in to enjoy the show. Listen to … Continue reading Tricia & the Toonies ENVIRO-FUN Puppets→
Join Miss Sara and Miss Annie, from the Hudson Area Public Library to learn about ducks! After storytime, there will be treats, bubbles, hula hoops and more.
Join us at Carpenter Nature Center’s WI Campus for an afternoon of family fun. Visitors can meet some of CNC’s live animal ambassadors, make a craft, complete a scavenger hunt and take a hike. Free for all ages, indoor and outdoor activities.
Come down to Lakefront Park EARLY to spend time at the Non-profit display booths. RiverFest partner organizations and other non-profits groups will have booths with information, activities and demonstrations before and during the concert.
The St. Croix Valley Community Band Concert with guest conductor Cassie Berchard and vocalist Colleen Raye is popular RiverFest event. This FREE concert celebrates community and the scenic St. Croix River with something for people of all ages. You won’t want to miss this fun-filled family evening! Families are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket … Continue reading St. Croix Valley Community Band Concert→
In honor of RiverFest week, join our naturalists on a scenic kayaking trip up to the beautiful Willow Falls, before peacefully floating back down the Willow River. This is a great activity to enjoy individually, with a friend, or as a family! Children ages 10 and up, with a parent/guardian and capable of operating their … Continue reading Let’s Go Paddling!→
View videos of the RiverFest Native American Celebration which was held on July 20, 2024. The Iron Mound Singers and Dancers from the Ho-Chunk Nation. • Midwestern Pow-Wow dancing with the Native drum and singing • Traditional Ho-Chunk Woodland and Applique Dancers Watch a video of the Ho-Chunk Performance > The St. Croix Chippewa … Continue reading Watch Videos of the RiverFest Native American Celebration→
Join Carpenter Nature Center for an Animals of the St. Croix presentation featuring some of CNC’s live animal ambassadors! Get up close and personal with some of the amazing critters that call the St. Croix River Valley home. Vehicle admission into the park is required. All outdoor events are weather dependent. For more information email: … Continue reading Carpenter Nature Center’s Animals of the St. Croix→