March – MINNESOTA VALLEY CHAPTER

ELF: First Signs of Spring

Monthly themed outing for families with young children — hands-on, guided, and built for first-time nature explorers.

Casual group hike at a rotating Minnesota River Valley trail — new location twice a month.

Monthly meeting of the Chapter’s Policy Team.

Monthly meeting of the Communications team, covering the Chapter’s outreach and messaging.

Green Crew’s monthly hands-on citizen science outing — real data collection that feeds real conservation outcomes.

The Chapter’s flagship youth environmental competition, timed to the spring equinox.

Monthly board game night featuring nature and conservation-themed games — casual, social, and beginner-friendly.

A family-accessible guided walk marking the spring equinox.

A discussion series exploring conservation and outdoor culture through popular podcasts.

Part of a 4-session training series building volunteer leadership and project management skills.