It’s nearly frog season here at Ney; most North Leopard frogs will start looking for a mate and laying their eggs right around the end of April1. These little creatures are a very important part of the food web as pest control and as food for larger creatures. However, these fascinating creatures have been in Read more »

When I was a little kid, my mom had to break it to me that Danny Tanner, Jesse Katsopolis, and Joey Gladstone were not really raising the three Tanner girls and that they certainly did not live in that beautiful San Francisco home together. The truth completely shocked me. To my younger self, Full House Read more »

Alright Maple Syrup enthusiasts!  We are just wrapping up our 2026 season and are happy to tell you that we have freshly bottled syrup for sale in the Education Building.  Our totals for the season are as follows: 751 gals of syrup collected Two batches finished so far. Batch #1 was a total of 204 Read more »

The Ney Nature Center is honored to be selected as a recipient in Target’s Giving Circle program—an exciting opportunity that puts the power of giving directly into the hands of the community. Through this initiative, Target customers can vote for local nonprofits they care about, helping direct funding to organizations making a difference. We’re proud Read more »

The Ney Nature Center invites members and the broader community to join us for our upcoming Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 2nd at 10:00 am; an opportunity to reflect on a year of meaningful impact and to look ahead to exciting new initiatives. This year’s gathering will feature a special guest speaker Kristy Cowdin, Ecologist & Read more »

The Midwest is dotted with barns; especially out here in Henderson. They are an incredibly iconic part of our daily lives. You likely could find a picture of one somewhere in our house; either on a food product label or maybe you have a coffee table book filled with barn photographs. If you are in Read more »

Over the course of the last month, temperatures and weather patterns in Southern Minnesota have fluctuated wildly. While exacerbated and hastened by climate change, these changes are also the telltale signs of a seasonal shift. I’m a big fan of winter — I love snow, I embrace the cold, enjoy getting cozy while nights are Read more »

By: Sara Corbin As someone with a January birthday, I know just how challenging it can be to plan a great party in the midst of frigid temperatures. From too much or not enough snow to the high cost of popular indoor activities, there are several variables that make it difficult to effectively celebrate during Read more »

We’ve had a fun (and fairly snowy) winter at Ney so far! This more typical seasonal weather was of course well received not just by the Ney staff who never need an excuse to head outside, but also by some of the youngest adventurers at Ney — our campers! For two days in December, Ney Read more »