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Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center

12718 10th Street NE
Spicer, MN 56288
(320) 354-5894

prairiewoods@prairiewoodselc.org

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PWELC - center for outdoor education located near Spicer MN. We provide hands-on learning, as well as beautiful facilities for meetings.

Today on the Prairie Three volunteers gathered a Today on the Prairie

Three volunteers gathered a large box of native treasures — dotted and rough blazingstar, with a mix of showy goldenrod, purple and white prairie clover, wild onion, and a smattering of other wildflowers. 

These seeds will help enrich the new seeding area on the old grass conversion site — and our amazing volunteers will likely help spread them TOMORROW when we plant the prairie violets!

Volunteer Day: TOMORROW, Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 12:30–4:00 PM
Meet at: PWELC gravel parking lot (past the main building, near maintenance)

Come join us and help the prairie bloom again!

#PrairieRestoration #NativePlants #PWELC #VolunteerDay #WildflowerSeeds #CommunityConservation #GetOutside
Halloween Haunt is today from 4:30-7:30pm! Come ou Halloween Haunt is today from 4:30-7:30pm! Come out to Prairie Woods to play Halloween games, meet the creatures on the Enchanted Trail, and climb the indoor wall! Cookie decorating will be guaranteed for those who register in advance. You can do so through the website in our bio!
Today on the Prairie! Our amazing volunteers coll Today on the Prairie!

Our amazing volunteers collected a beautiful mix of native seeds — including sideoats gramma, prairie dropseed, and a smattering of forbs — helping preserve and restore this vital ecosystem. 

Want to get your hands dirty (in the best way)? Join the Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center volunteer team! Next up: help us plant 1,000 prairie violet plugs 

Volunteer Day: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 12:30–4:00 PM
Meet at: PWELC gravel parking lot (past the main building, near maintenance)

Come grow the prairie with us — every plug counts!

#PrairieRestoration #VolunteerDay #NativePlants #PWELC #CommunityConservation #PrairieViolets #GetOutside
Come to the best Halloween Party of the year on Oc Come to the best Halloween Party of the year on October 23rd from 4:30-7:30! Put on your best costume to come out and talk with the creatures of the Enchanted Trail, play Halloween games, decorate a cookie, climb the indoor wall and more! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $10/per child. Registration can be found through the website in our bio.
Today on the Prairie A beautiful monarch butterfl Today on the Prairie

A beautiful monarch butterfly was spotted fluttering through the prairie at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center — a reminder of the vibrant life these restored habitats support. 

You can help make more moments like this possible!
Join us this Saturday to help restore the prairie by planting 1,000 prairie violet plugs — essential host plants for the regal fritillary butterfly, another rare and beautiful prairie species.

PWELC Volunteer Day
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
12:30–4:00pm
Meet at the PWELC gravel parking lot (past the main building, near maintenance)

Let’s plant hope, one violet at a time.

#PrairieWoods #PrairieRestoration #MonarchButterfly #RegalFritillary #PollinatorHabitat #VolunteerDay #PlantNative #ConservationInAction #CommunityConservation #GetOutside #PheasantsForever
Something exciting is blooming at Prairie Woods! T Something exciting is blooming at Prairie Woods! This fall, we’re turning former grasslands into thriving native prairie — and we need your help planting 1,000 prairie violet plugs

These little violets are more than pretty — they’re vital. They’re the host plant for the regal fritillary butterfly, a rare prairie species that depends on them to survive

PWELC Volunteer Day
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
12:30–4:00pm
Meet at the PWELC gravel parking lot (past the main building, near maintenance)

No experience needed — just bring gloves, a water bottle, and your love for the outdoors. Tools, plants, and good company provided!

Let’s grow the future together

#PrairieRestoration #NativePlants #VolunteerDay #PrairieWoods #RegalFritillary #PollinatorHabitat #ConservationInAction #GetOutside #PlantNative #PheasantsForever #CommunityConservation
Help Restore the Prairie, One Violet at a Time! B Help Restore the Prairie, One Violet at a Time!

Big things are happening at Prairie Woods! This fall, we’re restoring former grasslands into thriving native prairie — and we need your help to plant 1,000 prairie violet plugs.

These violets aren’t just beautiful — they’re essential. They’re the host plant for the regal fritillary butterfly, a rare prairie species that depends on them to survive.

Join us for PWELC Volunteer Day:
- Saturday, October 25, 2025
- 12:30–4:00pm
- Meet at the PWELC gravel parking lot (past the main building, near maintenance)

No experience needed — just bring gloves, a water bottle, and your love for nature. Tools, plants, and good company provided! 

Let’s plant the future together 
#PrairieRestoration #NativePlants #VolunteerDay #PrairieWoods #RegalFritillary #ConservationInAction #PollinatorHabitat #GetOutside #PlantNative #PheasantsForever #CommunityConservation
Tonight’s the night! We’re so excited to wel Tonight’s the night! 

We’re so excited to welcome you to Prairie Stars this evening!
- Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
- 5:30 – 8:30 PM

Look forward to:
- A beautiful prairie setting
- Great food & pie
-  Live music
- The new education tent
- Powerful stories + impact

Didn’t grab a ticket? There may still be room — check here: https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#PrairieStarsTonight #SeeYouThere #NatureCelebration #PWELC #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter
Only ONE week to go until Prairie Stars 2025! Don Only ONE week to go until Prairie Stars 2025!

Don’t wait — tickets are going fast and we’d love to see YOU there. Come enjoy food, music, the education tent, and an inspiring evening with people who care about nature just like you do.

Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
Thursday, September 4
5:30 - 8:30 PM
Final Call: https://prairiewoodselc.org/.../music-under-the-prairie.../

#CountdownToPrairieStars #GetYourTickets #PWELC #PrairieStars2025
Whether you’re bringing friends, co-workers, fam Whether you’re bringing friends, co-workers, family — or coming solo — you’re welcome at Prairie Stars!

- Sponsor a table
- Bring a group
- Or grab a single seat

Every ticket supports a shared mission: getting more people connected to the natural world.

Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
Thursday, September 4
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Choose Your Seat: https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#CommunityEvent #EveryoneWelcome #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
This year, instead of bidding silently — you’l This year, instead of bidding silently — you’ll have a chance to raise your paddle and support the programs, spaces, and stories that make PWELC so special. 

Hear directly from board members about where your generosity will go — and how it will impact thousands of students and visitors.

Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
Thursday, September 4
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Join Us: https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#RaiseYourPaddle #ImpactThroughNature #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
What’s better than good music in good company un What’s better than good music in good company under the prairie sky?

We’ll have live music filling the Pavilion all evening long. Come soak it in with friends and fellow supporters of outdoor education.

Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
Thursday, September 4
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Grab your tickets now: https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#PrairieNights #LiveMusic #PWELC #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter
Hi from the four newest members of the PWELC Board Hi from the four newest members of the PWELC Board — and your honorary hosts for Prairie Stars 2025!

We’re excited to welcome you to an evening that brings together everything we love: nature, learning, and community. 

Let’s celebrate and support something lasting.

RSVP today:https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#PWELCBoard #HostWithHeart #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
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Hi from the four newest members of the PWELC Board Hi from the four newest members of the PWELC Board — and your honorary hosts for Prairie Stars 2025!

We’re excited to welcome you to an evening that brings together everything we love: nature, learning, and community. 

Let’s celebrate and support something lasting.

RSVP today:https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#PWELCBoard #HostWithHeart #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
NEW this year: No silent auction… but something NEW this year: No silent auction… but something even better!

Our Environmental Education Tent will bring you face-to-face with the tools and stories we use to teach kids about the natural world.

Meet educators Ellen Dolph, Hannah Stelley & Cameron Kalkbrenner. 

Get curious. 
Get inspired.

Don’t miss it: https://prairiewoodselc.org/.../music-under-the-prairie.../

#HandsOnLearning #EnvironmentalEducation #PrairieStars2025 #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
Picture this: A late summer evening, delicious foo Picture this: A late summer evening, delicious food, music drifting through the prairie, and views like this…

That’s Prairie Stars at the Pavilion at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center.

Join us in a setting that inspires just as much as the cause.

Thursday, September 4 
5:30 – 8:30 PM
Tickets:https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#PrairieViews #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC #PrairieStars2025
Now Enrolling at Nature Preschool! For children Now Enrolling at Nature Preschool! 
 For children ages 3–5, our program uses nature-based learning to spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a deep connection to the outdoors. 🌳 

📅 Available spots: 
 – Monday/Wednesday part-time 
 – Very limited full-time openings 

Give your child the chance to learn through play, exploration, and wonder—rain or shine! ☀️🌧️ 

For more information and enrollment, click here: https://prairiewoodselc.org/preschool/
Why does Prairie Stars matter? Because every dol Why does Prairie Stars matter? 

Because every dollar raised helps us bring more hands-on, nature-based education to kids across our community.

This year’s funds will support:
- New interpretive signs
- Upgraded indoor & outdoor learning spaces
- Tools that spark curiosity in nature

Come celebrate AND make a difference.

Get your tickets here: https://prairiewoodselc.org/event/music-under-the-prairie-stars/

#NatureLearning #FundraiserWithPurpose #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
Today on the Prairie We’re tilling the future p Today on the Prairie

We’re tilling the future prairie site this week to get it ready for seeding native grasses and wildflowers later this year.

It might look messy now, but it’s the first step toward a healthy, beautiful habitat for wildlife and pollinators. Stay tuned for more updates as this “prairie in progress” takes root!

#prairierestoration #prairiewoodsenvironmentallearningcenter #PWELC
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12718 10th Street NE
Spicer, Minnesota 56288
320-354-5894

prairiewoods@prairiewoodselc.org

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