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City Happenings

Upcoming Events

February 2026
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Feed the Coyotes
Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Homeschool Program: Reptiles/Feed the Snakes
Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Great Backyard Bird Count: Bird ID 101
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Year of the Horse
Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Reptiles and Amphibians of Southeast Minnesota
Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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All about Owls
Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Feb
8

Feed the Coyotes

Join a naturalist as they share fun facts about our canids that live in Minnesota and watch them be fed. Meet at the coyote exhibit.

Feb
12

Homeschool Program: Reptiles/Feed the Snakes

Oxbow Park is now offering programs for homeschool families. Sign up is required by calling 507-328-7340. Fee is $5 per student ages 3 and up. This month learn the characteristics of a reptile and watch as the nature center snakes are fed.

Feb
14

Great Backyard Bird Count: Bird ID 101

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s annual Great Backyard Bird Count is this weekend, February 13-16! Come watch the birds in the comfort of the Nature Center’s Wildlife Viewing Area to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. A Naturalist will be there to help identify and count birds and share identifications tips and fun facts. Binoculars, field guides, and limited seating is provided.

Feb
15

Year of the Horse

Join an Oxbow Park naturalist to learn more about the Chinese New Year-Year of the Horse. Learn cool facts about Chinese culture and see some small members of the horse family. Meet at the Nature Center.