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→
The Minnesota DNR, Wisconsin DNR, National Park Service and Wild Rivers Conservancy are teaming up in a concentrated effort to stop the spread of Invasive Fish Species such as Silver and Bighead Carp in the upper Mississippi River basin, including the St. Croix River. Come and see the Minnesota DNR's new Electrofishing Boat with on-the-water … Continue reading Invasive Species Control on the St. Croix River – Demonstration & Information→
The public and Rotarians are invited to a free moderated panel discussion on the subject of river water quality, following regular meeting of Hudson Daybreak Rotary. Michael Mroz, City of Hudson, Public Works and Parks Director, will describe the system for collecting and cleaning snow and rain from the City streets before discharge into the … Continue reading St. Croix River Water Quality Discussion→
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!→
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!→
Hudson Grocery Co-op presents a Foraging Walk lead by local forager Russ Lake at Bluebird Hill Homestead. Join Russ for an evening walk to connect with nature and lean about the variety of edible plants growing on the homestead property, as well as in your own backyard. This is a FREE event, but space is … Continue reading Foraging Walk at Bluebird Hill Homestead→
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 us at the Hudson St. Croix RiverFest for an immersive culinary experience with Anne Thundercloud, a dedicated member of the Ho-Chunk Nation and a rising star in indigenous cuisine. Since 2018, Anne has been passionately involved with Wild Bearies, starting as a volunteer and progressing through the chef apprentice program under the esteemed guidance … Continue reading Indigenous Culinary Traditions: Cooking with Anne Thundercloud→
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→
Join Anne Thundercloud from Wild Bearies, Madison, WI. Learn how they are connecting community through indigenous cuisine—striving to bring ancestral foods to communities in a nurturing and nourishing way. • Visit Black Rooster Bistro for an indigenous based menu item Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July 21 (while supplies last). Program Sponsor: with program … Continue reading New Native American Cuisine→