Boulder offers a variety of public programs ranging from family fun events to more specialized training such as the Woodland Advisor Program.
To register for public programs, please contact us at 218-721-3731 or boulder@d.umn.edu. These programs sometimes involve a fee, please check individual events for more information
Autumn Agate Festival - Family fun open house format that allows visitors to take in short presentations on how agates form and North Shore geology. Other stations include a "rock lab" where visitors can examine rocks under microscopes and ask the experts about rocks they find in a Boulder gravel pit. An awesome event rounded out with refreshments and caramel apples. More....
Christmas Tree Cut - Family fun event that allows participants to cut balsam fir Christmas trees while learning about the Conifers of Minnesota. Bonfire and hot chocolate provided. More...
Frogs - Spring Calling Field Tour - Enjoy hands on learning about the frogs that are singing in the woods this spring. Short powerpoint of how to identify the frogs and toads of the north shore by sight, sound, and egg masses followed by field tour.More...
Sweetie Snowshoe - Grab your sweetie and celebrate Valentine’s Day with a candlelit snowshoe hike in the peaceful woods surrounding Boulder Lake. Bring your own snowshoes and enjoy a beautiful guided hike under the full moon. More...
Woodland Advisor Program - The Woodland Advisor Program provides learning opportunities about Minnesota's forests to all interested in forestry. More...
