Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge invites you and your family to join us for two FREE guided wildflower tours. In June, many early-blooming wildflowers, including fields of wild lupine, unfold their flowers creating an array of bright colors and textures and a beautiful scene as they decorate the oak savanna landscape. We encourage you to join us to learn about the diverse and unique species that grow on the refuge! 

 

 

The first Wildflower Tour will be held on Saturday, June 1 beginning at 10:00 am. Meet your guides, Refuge Volunteers Robin DeLong and Mitch Elness, at Refuge Headquarters (17076 293rd Ave NW. Zimmerman, MN 55398) located approximately 5 miles west of Highway 169 off of Sherburne County Road 9.   

 

 

The second Wildflower Tour will be held on Saturday, June 8 beginning at 10:00 am. Meet your guides, Refuge Volunteers Robin DeLong and Mitch Elness, at Refuge Headquarters (17076 293rd Ave NW. Zimmerman, MN 55398) located approximately 5 miles west of Highway 169 off of Sherburne County Road 9.   

 

The tours will be structured as a car caravan tour and will stop at several different locations throughout the refuge. Carpooling is encouraged for groups. Some light walking is required. Visitors are encouraged to bring binoculars, camera, field guides, water, a snack, and wear clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather and terrain.  

 

Pre-registration is requested but not required by calling the Refuge Headquarters at 763/ 389-3323, TTY 1-800-877-8339, or emailing sherburne@fws.gov. Tours are free and open to the public of all ages. For details on the refuge, and other free tours and events, visit the refuge website at  www.fws.gov/refuge/sherburne/.