UPCOMING EVENTS

PIG’S EYE PARK OPEN HOUSE

Join UMN researchers at Pig’s Eye Regional Park!
📅 Saturday, October 25 | 🕐 Drop in anytime 1–4 p.m.
📍 Pig’s Eye Regional Park, St. Paul
🎟️ Free & open to the public

Discover the fascinating science happening right here in St. Paul! Researchers from the University of Minnesota are testing bioremediation methods—using charcoal made from waste plant biomass (like invasive buckthorn) to help clean up contaminated soils.

🌱 Tour field plots
🔥 See biochar experiments in action
🦉 Enjoy naturalist talks & guided birding walks
📚 Learn about the land’s history and ongoing research

Come explore St. Paul’s largest park and see science in action!
👉 RSVP appreciated.

Hosted by the University of Minnesota, in partnership with Great River Passage Conservancy, with support from the City of Saint Paul, Urban Bird Collective, and Pig’s Eye Park Friends.