1 Bird walk
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, May 31, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Meet in the main parking area at the Louisville Swamp Unit (in Shakopee) for a naturalist-led walk in search of warblers, vireos and other birds nesting on the refuge. Bring binoculars. More information: 952-858-0715 or www.fws.gov/refuge/minnesota_valley/events.html.
2 Flatwater kayaking essentials
Hyland Lake Park Reserve, May 31, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.
Learn to kayak with this hands-on lesson covering form and strokes. The 9 a.m. session is geared toward women. The 1 p.m. session is for everyone. $50. Ages 14-plus. Reservation required; 763-559-6700. More info: www.threeriversparks.org.
3 Blanding's turtle rescue
Whitewater State Park, May 31, 12:30-4 p.m.