Join us for Hudson's annual RiverFest celebration with a range of activities designed to encourage people of all ages to enjoy the Lower St. Croix River and all that it provides. Several local organizations and individuals have collaborated to make "RiverFest - A Party with a Purpose" a success. The five-day event celebrates the river while also recognizing the need to preserve its health and beauty.
Schedule of Events:
7:15 am - 8:17 am: The State of the St. Croix Watershed
The public and Rotarians are invited to a free discussion by Angie Hong on the subject of the state of the watershed, following regular meeting of Hudson Daybreak Rotary.
Speaker Angie Hong, Water Education Specialist, Minnesota Washington Conservation District will discuss the St. Croix River watershed, of nearly 8,000 square miles and includes dozens of tributary streams and hundreds of lakes. Where are we making good progress to protect and restore water quality, and what challenges are coming in the future.
Cost: Free
Location: Camp St. Croix - RCU Discovery Center, 345 Riverview Dr
9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Carpenter Nature Center Family Fun Open House
Join us at Carpenter Nature Center's WI Campus for a morning of family fun. Visitors can meet some of CNC's live animal ambassadors, make a craft, coloring pages, nature scavenger hunt and take a hike. Free for all ages, indoor and outdoor activities.
Cost: Free
Location: Carpenter Nature Center - Wisconsin Campus, 279 South Cove Road
9:30 am - 10:30 am: Outdoor Storytime at Weitkamp Park
Join Miss Sara and Miss Annie, from the Hudson Area Public Library for a special RiverFest storytime!
Cost: Free
Location: Weitkamp Park 648 O'Neil Road
10:00 am - 8:00 pm: Make and Take Crafts and STEM Activities at the Library
Cloud Spotter, Water Bead Bracelet or Riverfest Headband - make them with friends at the library or take the materials home.
Cost: Free
Location: Hudson Area Public Library, 700 1st St
