1 Mushroom identification basics
Gooseberry Falls State Park, Aug. 15, 10-11 a.m.
Learn how to identify mushrooms safely and correctly from John Lamprecht, president of the Minnesota Mycological Association. More information: 1-218-834-3855 or www.mndnr.gov/ ptcalendar.
2 Summer birding
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Aug. 16, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Meet at the Louisville Swamp Unit for a naturalist-led hike along the western edge of the Refuge. The group will look for warblers including eastern kingbirds and eastern meadowlarks. Bring binoculars. More information: www.fws.org/refuge/minnesota_valley.
3 Intro to trail running
Lake Bemidji State Park, Aug. 16, 9-9:30 a.m.