Support Quarry Hill by volunteering or joining our non-profit friends group.
Please visit the Get Involved section to learn more.
Just because you are grown up doesn't mean you can't have fun at Quarry Hill! Join us for a great selection of class offerings. To ensure placement, pre-registration is recommended for all classes unless noted. To register for classes you may call Quarry Hill Nature Center (281-6114) or mail us the registration form and payment. Payment may be done with cash, check, or credit card. Friends members (FM) discount, when available, is listed with the class write-ups.
| Natural Selections Book Club | |
| 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Fee: $5 for non-members, Free to Friends |
| Celebrate your interest in the Natural World. Discuss nature literature in a relaxed setting with light refreshments available. No registration necessary. | |
September 8th : Tales of a Shaman's Apprentice by Mark Plotin |
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| Music, Munchies and a Moon Lit Hike | |
| Sept. 24th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Fee: $15 per person / $12 Friends Members |
| Celebrate the autumnal equinox by joining us for an evening of live music provided by The Nodding Wild Onion. Add a hike around the park under the guidance of an almost full moon and return to the Nature Center for a seasonal brew and snack. Don't miss this fun and lively evening as we welcome autumn to Minnesota. | |
| All About Apples | |
| October 9th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm | Fee: $8 per person / 62 Friends Members |
| Minnesota offers the perfect apple growing environment. Learn about the different varieties and what you might want to plant in your own backyard. Apples are for eating so sample some delicious dishes using these abundant fruits and take home recipes that your entire family will enjoy. | |
| Gourd Crafting | |
| November 17th from 6:30-8:00 pm | Fee: $8 per person / $6 Friends Members |
| Unleash your creativity! These unique vegetables offer unlimited opportunities for crafting bird houses, colorful decorations, and unusual holiday gifts. Learn different techniques and take home your own unique creation. | |