Mission Statement: To enhance and encourage environmental education, scientific opportunities, ​and the enjoyment of nature at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center

Mission Statement: To enhance and encourage environmental education, scientific opportunities, ​and the enjoyment of nature at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center

In order to continue to fulfill our mission to the Nature Center, we depend on generous donations and Friends memberships.

Why Join the Friends?

  • Support and promote environmental education programming.
  • Help preserve nature for future generations.
  • Receive a free copy of our summer newsletter mailed to you to stay up-to-date on the programs you enjoy.
  • Receive an invitation to the Friends Annual Meeting.
  • $5.00 off all summer classes.
  • 15% off all Nature Center merchandise.  ​​
  • Participate in members-only events and classes for youth and families at the Nature Center.
  • Enjoy an annual bus trip. Cost of bus paid by Friends, participants take care of their own admission fees (when applicable) and food.
  • Give a free one-year gift membership to a non-member.
  • $25 of Lifetime Memberships will be earmarked as scholarships for youth.

Membership Levels

Water (Supporter)…………………… $50
Prairie (Contributor)……..……….. $100
Forest (Patron)………..……………… $500
Night Sky (Lifetime)………….….. $1,000

If you would like to join or renew by paper, please download, print, and mail your form and check in. [Download Form]

Projects and Events Funded by the Friends

If you would like to join or renew by paper, please download, print, and mail your form and check in. [Download Form]

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