2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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2015 REPORT to friends of the springbrook nature center foundationIn all ways, 2015 was a building year. The renovated and expanded interpretative center had its official groundbreaking on October 7, a celebration many years in the making. Meetings with Paul Anderson (architects from Partners & Sirny); Bryan Harjes (landscape architects from Hoisington Koegler); and Split Rock Studios (exhibit designers); transformed this project from an idea to a reality. The Center will have four state-of-the-art classrooms that can be transformed into one large event area, providing more space for exhibits, our staff, and volunteers. Earl “Doc” Smith, the construction manager, says our unusually mild fall weather allowed construction to move forward ahead of schedule. Mike Maher and Jack Kirk deserve special recognition for planning and facilitating each stage of this project. The Grand Opening is planned for late July.The City of Fridley also replaced the wetlands’ floating boardwalk to improve accessibility. Three Eagle Scouts led projects to update the Nature Center’s infrastructure. Nathan Morris and Sebrum Herron improved sections of boardwalk that allow visitors to hike over low, muddy parts of the trail system. Nick Anderson repainted the overlook gazebo to improve its appearance and protect it from the elements.We are continuing to build momentum as we raise support for Phase II of the SPRING Project, including a small amphitheater next to the interpretive center, a nature-based play area, and a renovated picnic pavilion. All of these construction projects are designed to enhance the visitor experience. They provide the space for better environmental education, wildlife appreciation, and relaxation in nature for every member of our community.

Pictured on cover (L to R): SPRING Groundreaking with Springbrook Director Mike Maher, Foundation Chair Malcolm Mitchell, Parks & Rec. Director Jack Kirk, State Representative Carolyn Laine, Councilmember Jim Saefke, Planning Commission Chair Dave Kondrick, Mayor Scott Lund, State Senator Barb Goodwin, Foundation Vice Chair Donna Bahls, Parks & Rec. Commission Chair Mike Heintz, former Springbrook Director Siah St. Clair (not picutured State Representative Connie Bernardy, Councilmembers Dolores Varichak and Bob Barnette)

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR springbrook nature center foundation

You know us well. Springbrook, the 127-acre “jewel,” providing a natural refuge amidst the bustle of Fridley. 2015 was a very exciting year! Ten years of planning and fundraising has turned into a build site, and soon, a reality. October saw the groundbreaking for the enhanced and expanded Interpretive Center. And don’t think the construction has slowed us down. Visitation continues to increase, science education for visiting students continues to be strong, our summer camps continually offer new options, and community programs draw in families from throughout the region in ever greater numbers. Springbrook continues to grow and prosper.

In addition to the Interpretive Center, Springbrook supporters are actively working with City staff and subject experts to finalize plans for major new exhibits and an entirely reimagined outdoor space, including an outdoor nature play area, an outdoor amphitheater, a new picnic pavilion, a beautiful new water feature (called “The Brook”), and new trails to be explored.

The Springbrook Nature Center Foundation, with Fox Advancement, has raised 90% in gifts toward the total project goal of $2.6 million. A special thank you to our community partners who provided in-kind support including Toro, heavy duty utility vehicle; Vision Woodworking, cabinetry; Central Roofing, green roof; Viracon, bird-safe glass etching; and Hilltop Trailer Sales, a temporary office.

Though our staff at Springbrook are second to none, we could not do this work without the thousands of community volunteers who contributed their time and talents, making sure Springbrook could be enjoyed by everyone. Xcel Energy, Cummins Power Generation, and General Mills supported their employees volunteerism and helped complete a floating education platform, landscaping projects, amongst many others to make Springbrook a better, more attractive community resource. Executive Director Mike Maher and his staff,

in their continual drive to improve Springbrook, constructed sturdier walkways over some of the signature water features. Additional boardwalks, trails and bridges are planned for 2016.

But don’t take my word for it. Come and visit! Springbrook is an invaluable community resource because of your voices and support. Your continued commitment will have an impact for generations to come. Thank you for making 2015 another banner year for Springbrook. And for the year of possibility ahead.

malcolm mitchell, Chair, Springbrook Nature Center Foundation

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2015 MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR springbrook nature center

Groundbreaking. This term has been a driving force at Springbrook Nature Center in 2015. On October 7th, we dug our golden shovels into the ground as a gesture to launch the construction of a new nature center. Yet, the work that we have done together to position us as a model education and recreation site has been equally groundbreaking.

2015 ushered in unprecedented changes and improvements at the Nature Center. A beautiful and welcoming building was designed that will serve our region for generations as visitors discover and explore the wonders of the nature. We watched as earth was moved, footings were poured and columns were set into place. In 2016, this building will spring to life, creating the perfect launch pad for outdoor exploration.

Tremendous progress was made to improve the Nature Center grounds in 2015. Our 850 foot long floating boardwalk was completely replaced after nearly three decades of service. Three Eagle Scout projects were completed to replace boardwalk and paint our gazebo.

Our 3 miles of park trails are in the best shape they have been in decades and are ready to welcome you as you discover wildlife, enjoy the changing of the seasons or embark on a brisk walk to promote wellness.

As ground was broken, the Springbrook Nature Center staff worked together to forge a new vision for enriching our community with inspiring classes for schools, dynamic public programs, engaging exhibits and innovative tools to engage each visitor that walks through our doors. We are thrilled to unveil these groundbreaking programs that will create lasting bonds between visitors, staff, volunteers and the natural world.

Our progress is the result of partnerships with groups and individuals coming together around a shared vision for Springbrook. Turning this vision to reality is the result of outstanding leadership from the City of Fridley, the creativity and enthusiasm of staff and volunteers, and the skilled hands of experts.

I offer my sincere appreciation to all of you who worked together to make 2015 a groundbreaking year. It is just the beginning of many more to come.

michael maher, Executive Director, Springbrook Nature Center

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2015 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS springbrook nature center foundation 501(c) (3)

Balance Sheet2015

Jan. 1 to Dec. 312014

Jan. 1 to Dec. 31Total assets and liabilities $ 768,142 $ 584,801 Statement of ActivitiesRevenues

Contributions Program $ 47,608 $ 41,363 SPRING Project $ 406,366 $ 331,675Memorials $ 500 $ 0Gift shop sales $ 431 $ 120Special events $ 21,477 $ 21,587Interest and other income $ 511 $ 45

Total Revenues $ 476,893 $ 394,790Expenses

Program support $ 37,403 $ 15,680SPRING Project $ 63,850 $ 19,400Gift Shop $ 1,678 $ 0Special Events $ 9,443 $ 8,796Scholarships $ 3,370 $ 1,545Fundraising $ 174,391 $ 49,365Communications $ 2,932 $ 11,247Administration and Misc $ 485 $ 1,313

Total Expenses $ 293,552 $ 107,346Change in net assets $ 183,341 $ 287,444

Note: The Springbrook Nature Center Foundation is a 501(C)(3) tax exempt non-profit organization separate from the City of Fridley. Its mission is to protect and enhance the Nature Center. However, different from most non-profit organizations, the City of Fridley owns and operates the Nature Center while the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation advises the City and raises funds for additional programming, capital enhancements and other program supports.

This unaudited financial statement does not include personnel and other general operating expenses for the Nature Center. Additionally, the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation is in the midst of a major capital fundraising campaign to support the enhanced development of the Nature Center. As a result, line items such as fundraising may appear high compared to total expense, but are reasonable when a complete picture of the Nature Center operations includes information for both the City of Fridley and the Nature Center Foundation.

In 2015, tax revenue provided by the City to operate the Nature Center was $343,130. In addition, the Nature Center conducted programs that generated earned income of $123,229. The Nature Center’s operating expenses for 2015 were $428,547. Combined, 2015 Springbrook Nature Center and Springbrook Nature Center Foundation total revenues were $943,252 and total expenses were $722,029.

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2016 ANNUAL DONORS friends of the springbrook nature center foundation

we thank and recognize contributors who made gifts to support Foundation programs in 2015.

gifts from individualsEagle Donors Gifts of $1,000 & greaterDonna and Jerold Bahls

Great Egret Donors Gifts of $250 to $499Siah St. Clair

Gifts of $1 to $249Bart AndersonFlorence and David

AndersonRolan and Muriel AndersonRandee ArfmannJim and Judy ArnoldJanine BackerWilliam and Michele BartonMarcelyn and Charles BergJerrilynn BoehlandLloyd and Carol BrouillardJo Ellen ChristiansenWilliam and Mary D’AmourJames and Sharon EastwoodB. William EkstrumDonald Enerson and

Suzanne Wright Margaret and John ErbeEric ErdahlTom and Rebecca ErvastiJudith and William Finn, Jr.Bruce Frank and Nancy

GoldsteinAngelique Frederiksen and

Susan OkerstromPatricia Freeburg Celia Fehn-HaagensenEleanor HamiltonJennifer HansonNeal HayfordJoseph HendrenKathleen and William

HindererBarbara HoveyBarbara HughesDiane and James

JachymowskiAlice Johnson and Richard

JeffersonJanet and Donald KamisMary KnickelbineDiane Kolhoff Marvin KollingThomas and Jean KuehnTimothy Kuensting

Marsha LeClair Judith and Herbert Lennox Alfred and Nancy Yee Litt Marion LorenceGerald and M. Margaret

Maeckelbergh Thomas and Helfride

Manning William and Joann

McCloskey Connie MetcalfKatherine Mrozek Leonard and S. MurphyClem and Elizabeth Nagel Thelma and Myron Nash Jennifer Nelson David Novak and Jeannette

Zauner Jeannette and John Oliverius Robert Palkert Janet Parupsky Susan Peterson Steven and Arlene PineClarice Polzin LaRue Riewe and Carolyn

AndersonBarbara and Brian RoachKaren Robinson Martha and Eugene

SchermerPaul and Janice Schmidt Derek Schostag Anthony and Cynthia

Schreiner Janet Scott Barbara Slone Dale Sorensen James and Joy Sovada Cheryl and Keith Stoltenberg Jeff Summerfield Ione and Harold Swanson Debra and David Szaflarski Lee and Margo Tech Bonnie and Mark TurpinHeather and John VukelickLynette and Thomas Ward Ann and Leonard Witucki Richard and Dawn YoungBrandon Zembal Michelle Zwicky

foundation & corporate grantsMedtronic Foundation Minneapolis Foundation Target CorpXcel Energy Foundation

matching gifts

3M FoundationMedtronic FoundationSymantec FoundationVMware FoundationXcel Energy Foundation

gifts from businesses & organizationsCity of FridleyGrandPa’s Ice Cream

gifts in honorariamHonor of Donna Bahls and

Malcolm Mitchell Annie and James Delong

gifts in memoriamMemory of Jill Buschmann

Jeff SummerfieldMemory of Margot

Eastman Margaret Brownridge William and Carole Ann Farmer

Memory of Joshua St. Clair Jeremy and Ruth Powers Vicky Vogels Catherine Voss

Memory of Maija Stumbris Ruta Praulins

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springbrook spree sponsorsFox Advancement Hoisington Koegler Group

Inc.Partners & SirnySplit Rock StudiosXcel Energy

2015 springbrook spree donorsAcapulco RestaurantAnoka County ParksApplebee’sAramarkAvedaBachman’sDonna and Jerold BahlsBarbette RestaurantMichele and Patrick BarrettJeffrey and Julie BascheBeisswenger’s Do It Best

HardwareBob and Steve’s Auto WorldBroadway PizzaBuffalo Wild WingsCaribou CoffeeChanhassen Dinner

TheatresComo Zoo & ConservatoryCostco RiverdaleCrooners Lounge and

Supper ClubCub FoodsCulver’s St AnthonyDelmonico’s Italian FoodsEagle OpticsEastside COOPEDS BuildersSteve and Mary EggertMark EmmeFox Advancement

Fridley Community CenterFridley Optical, Inc.Fridley Police DeptFulton BeerGardens of Rice CreekGary’s AutomotiveJill Olson GenawGrand CasinoHalf Priced BooksKen and Sue HallburgNile and Judith HarperHart Lake MassageHeights TheaterHistory TheatreHoisington Koegler Group

Inc.Holy LandKathleen and Richard

KemperKey’s CafeDeanna KunitzLa Casita Columbia HeightsLa Casita Coon RapidsLove That OliveRoger and Jeanne LukkarilaLucinda and Scott LundLyric Arts TheatreDenny and Mary MarquardtMassage EnvyLillian MeyerMidwest/Northern NutRussell Miller and Virginia

Helseth-Miller

Minnesota Historical SocietyMinnesota TwinsMinnesota VikingsMinnesota ZooMalcolm and Annette

MitchellPatricia MusenbrockClem and Elizabeth NagelNational Camera ExchangeNeal HayfordNelson Cheese Factory &

DeliNew Brighton Bar & GrillNew Brighton Parks & RecsNorthern States IndustriesNothing Bundt CakesOld Log TheaterOlluParlin’s UpholsteryPartners & Sirny LLPPerfect 10Quilters of St Phillips ChurchRapids LiquorRed’s Savoy PizzaVicki and Marvin ReynoldsRobert Metzger, DentistrySammy PerrellasSarna’sScentSational DelitesSchaaf FloralScience Museum of

MinnesotaRonald and Mary Seekamp

Shortstop Bar & GrillSplit Rock StudiosSpringbrook Bird Banding

ProgramSpringbrook Nature CenterSt. Paul SaintsTim StanochSummit BrewingSurley BrewingTasty PizzaTavern GrillThree Rivers Park DistrictToroJerry ToscoTotal WineTrader Joe’sTwo Stooges Bar & GrillUp North LiquorsMary Ellen VetterCatherine VossWindows by MarneeXcel Energy

The Springbrook Nature Center Foundation gratefully acknowledges all gifts received. Every gift is important. We do our best to honor the names of our supporters. If there are any errors, please contact us and we will update our records.

SPRING PROJECT DONORSThank you to the following individuals, businesses, organizations and foundations that have made a gift or pledge to support capital improvements at Springbrook Nature Center as part of the SPRING Project from 2011 - 2015.

Gifts of $100,000 & greaterFridley Lions Club Jerry and Patrica HartlaubMedtronic PhilanthropyMicro Control Co.

Gifts of $50,000 to $99,999Scott Lund

Gifts of $25,000 to $49,999Allina Health Donna and Jerold Bahls

Gifts of $10,000 to $24,999BAE SystemsBNSF FoundationCummins Power GenerationHarmon Foundation1

Malcolm and Annette Mitchell1 2

RAO Manufacturing

Gifts of $5,000 to $9,999Barna, Guzy & Steffen1 Bill Beery

Gifts of $1,000 to $4,999Anonymous2

Kent Buell, Sr.1 2 Kathleen and Gerald Bury1 2

Tim Dess1

Fox Advancement1

Hoisington Koegler GroupRichard and Kathleen KemperBennie Loro and Tom Keerl1

Beverly KronstedtJeremy and Ruth Powers1 2

Bob’s Produce RanchMike’s Discount FoodsSue Okerstrom and Angelique

FredricksonRMSSplit Rock StudiosSpring Lake Park LionsMichael R. Stedman FoundationSymantec FoundationTarget CorporationWalmart FoundationJ.A. Wedum Foundation

Xcel Energy and the Xcel Energy Foundation

Gifts from $1 to $999Anonymous3M FoundationMary and Kenneth Ackerman2 Jackie Anderson1 Lynn and Robert Antoine Sharon Ann Armstrong Caleb Ashling2 Linda and Paul BarliRuth and Paul Bauhahn Jeannie Benson Connie BernardyDonald and Leesa Betzold Kalli-Ann Binkowski Carole Blaska Mickey and Susan BluedornTherese Brennan Kathleen and Edward Burek Sally and Gary Cagle2 Kimberly and Christopher Carlson Helen Carson Claire and Patrick Chase Pat and K. Christiansen2 Alan and Marie Ciesielczyk

Elaine CobournEmily Cole Lawrence and Therese Commers1 Kathy Confer2

Janet and Bill Davis2 Mary Dawson2 James and Sharon EastwoodMichael Ellingsworth Margaret and John ErbeNorma Jean Falink Judith and William Finn, Jr.1 Rossi FraenkelYolanda and Erling Fugelso1 Jill Olson Genaw1 Celia Fehn-HaagensenCleone HannemanEllen Hansen Jason and Janine Hanson1

Frederick Haugh, Jr. Diann and Ronald HendricksonAmy Hennen and Scott Nelson1

Rosemarie and William HofstadDean and Donna Horning Terry Isensee M. Qamar and Ishrat Islam Mark Jaworski

SPRINGBROOK NATURE CENTER TIMELINE:Preserving, protecting and enhancing a

pristine wilderness area in the heart of a bustling metropolis

1974 Springbrook Nature Center is established by the City of Fridley

1981 Grand opening of Springbrook’s Interpretive Center and Exhibits

1984 Beaver Pond accessible trail constructed with State grant.

1988 Finish wetland improvements, including new water reservoirs, pond areas and 1,000 feet of floating boardwalk

1991 Parking lot space doubled and picnic shelter constructed

2002 SPRING Project vision established and adopted by Fridley City Council

2004 Permanent levy passed by Fridley voters for Springbrook’s operating budget

2010 SPRING Project phasing plan and conceptual renderings complete

2014 Springbrook receives $5 million in state bonding and kicks off the SPRING Campaign

2015 Construction begins on Phase 1 of the SPRING Project, including the expanded Interpretive Center

2016 SPRING Campaign reaches 90% of Phase 1 and 2 campaign fundraising goal8

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Alice Johnson and Richard JeffersonJanet and Les JohnsonMarilou JohnsonBlaine Jones Kathleen Juneau and Mike

Froehner1 Mac and Polly Juneau1

Bev Junghans2

Jesse Kardong1 Deanne and Randall Kavanagh Elizabeth and Thomas Kiekhafer Patricia and Jerred Gregory Kline Mary KnickelbineDiane KolhoffDavid Kondrick Richard KuehnJudy and David Kuhns2 Carolyn Laine2 Bennie Loro and Tom Keerl1

Harry and June Lydeen Carol and Lawrence Madison Mike and Patty Maher3 John and Susan Maki2

Scott and Sandra MalcolmJim and Nancy Malkowski1 Brian Marszalek1 Mary and Ronald Mattson Dianne and Charles McKusick

ME Global Inc.Edward Meyer and Barbara

Jackson1 Lillian Meyer1

Sali Moore Kari and Michael MorrisseyCathleen Mountain Patricia Musenbrock1 Robin and Paul NelsonRuth Norris and John ShoresDavid Novak and Jeannette ZaunerPartners & Sirny, LLPLora Polack and Joseph Oberle1 Dean Olson Kathryn OlsonWarren Olson Robert Palkert Edward Pearce Carol and Arne Pearson Carrie Pedersen Eric Penniston and Rachael Nelson Marie Phillips and Bruce VanJason and Crystal Pierce1

Ronald and Jennifer Prasek Ruta Praulins1 Rasmussen Northeast Bank

Foundation Segwald and Martha Reckdahl

Frinnie Rehm Terry and Connie Reyes Tara and Jonathan Rogness3 David and Kathy RoothamJames and Barbara Saefke Donna and Rodney Salo Angela and Gordon Sangster1 Darryl Sannes Janet Scott Mary Sears Graham and Christine Sedam1 Maija and Frank Sedzielarz Sharon and Glen Sibell Jane and Wayne Simoneau Barbara Slone Rolf SmebyJeff Summerfield1 Judith Switzer Jim and Jean Terry Rebecca TheisenSusan and Jerry Tienter Marikris and Thomas Treuenfels1

Janice Trustheim Pushkar Vaidya and Neha Damle Alissa and Andrew VenturaCatherine Voss1 Mary Ellen Vetter2

VMware Foundation

Mary and William WeverElaine and Donald Wolf Delores and Roger Zbikowski

Significant In-Kind ContributionsCoon Creek Watershed DistrictFehn ConstructionHilltop Trailer SalesPark ConstructionToroTree TrustViraconVision Woodworking

Campaign Steering CommitteeGordy Backlund Donna Bahls Tim Dess Jack Kirk3 Scott Lund Mike Maher3 Malcolm Mitchell Rob Schultz James DeLong, Fox Advancement1Recognition paver, bench or tree donor2Siah St. Clair Fund Donor3City of Fridley employee

1974 Springbrook Nature Center is established by the City of Fridley

1981 Grand opening of Springbrook’s Interpretive Center and Exhibits

1984 Beaver Pond accessible trail constructed with State grant.

1988 Finish wetland improvements, including new water reservoirs, pond areas and 1,000 feet of floating boardwalk

1991 Parking lot space doubled and picnic shelter constructed

2002 SPRING Project vision established and adopted by Fridley City Council

2004 Permanent levy passed by Fridley voters for Springbrook’s operating budget

2010 SPRING Project phasing plan and conceptual renderings complete

2014 Springbrook receives $5 million in state bonding and kicks off the SPRING Campaign

2015 Construction begins on Phase 1 of the SPRING Project, including the expanded Interpretive Center

2016 SPRING Campaign reaches 90% of Phase 1 and 2 campaign fundraising goal

After 10 years of hard work and commitment by community leaders and volunteers, Springbrook received $5 million in state bonding to jump start the SPRING Project. Already, we have raised over 90% of our private campaign goal, which will help us achieve the full vision of the SPRING Project, including:

• Interpretive Center Building Enhancements including new gathering spaces and interactive educational exhibits, increasing Springbrook’s capacity to accommodate multiple school groups and community meetings

• Outdoor Amphitheater for educational programs, community events and school groups

• Outdoor Pavilion for community events and gatherings• Nature-Based Play Area for children and families • Environmentally Sustainable Features

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SPRING PROJECT a vision becomes a reality

Springbrook Nature Center’s new and expanded Interpretive Center will be an invitation to an exciting discovery of nature. It will include new interactive educational exhibits for the entire family, combined with extensive vistas into nature and wildlife, creating a beautiful setting for education, exploration, celebrations and gatherings.

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SPRING project outcomes. Thanks to generous supporters like you, the SPRING Project will fund capital improvements and new environmental education development that will result in the following outcomes:

• Ensure access to a pristine, protected wilderness area in the heart of a bustling metropolis

o Ensure that thousands of students from over 35 communities will have access to wilderness experiences

o Accommodate over 200,000 annual visitso Expand upon 728 education and wilderness programs for nearly 24,000 annual

participantso Continue to offer family-friendly events attended by over 5,000 community participants

each year

• Enhance Springbrook’s role as a leader in STEM education (science, technology, engineering and math)

o Provide new educational Exhibits featuring hands-on learning opportunities to think differently about science and our interactions with nature

o Create new innovative learning environments that provide school groups, summer camps, and educational programs with specially-designed learning spaces that foster exploration and inspire wilderness inquiry and interpretation

• Advance Springbrook’s commitment to the health and wellbeing of the entire community

o Ensure key accessibility improvements are made to three miles of trails and boardwalkso Provide new accessible and measured track walking paths for cardiac rehab, and

terminal illness exercise and care

RECOGNITION PAVERS, BENCHES AND TREES at springbrook nature center

Pavers, benches and trees are adding new names and stories to Springbrook Nature Center. As a benefit of making a gift to support the SPRING Project, donors are finding new ways to support the mission of the Foundation and honor memories and loved ones:

I have been a Springbrook supporter for many years. I first became involved in the effort to keep Springbrook a Nature Center and I came to know the staff and volunteers. My nieces and nephews and many of my grandchildren have participated in the summer camps for going on 30 years. We supported Springbrook with a tribute bench so that throughout the years, as our family returned to the Nature Center, they could see their bench and remember the wonderful times they had.

— kathleen bury

You, too, can add your name or the name of a loved one to Springbrook Nature Center. To learn more sponsoring a paver, bench, tree or other recognition opportunities, contact the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation:• Call Toll Free: (800) 675-4317

• Email: info@springbrookfoundation.org

• Or, learn more online: www.springbrookfoundation.org

Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of Springbrook Nature Center.

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SPRINGBROOK BY THE NUMBERS service statistics

in 2015, Springbrook Nature Center served the community in the following ways:

Total participants attending educational programs: 20,404

Total number of educational programs: 558

Total education program participant hours: 43,006

Total student contacts as part of environmental education programs: 11,715

Total attending special events: 4,629

Total number of volunteers: 1,718

Total number of volunteer hours: 13,599

Total number of summer camps: 32

Total participants attending camps: 322

Total number of scholarships awarded (value of scholarships): 27 ($3,370)

Estimated total park visits: 150,000

Service statistics show a slight decrease from previous year due to construction.

2015 VOLUNTEERS friends of the springbrook nature center foundation

The Springbrook Nature Center and Foundation are thriving due, in large part, to the tireless hours put in by our many faithful volunteers. Without volunteers, the Nature Center, Foundation, and the many community events would not be successful.

schoolsAFSA High SchoolAndover High School Key ClubAndover High School National Honor SocietyAnoka Hennepin School District Bridges ProgramAnoka High School Key ClubAnoka High School National Honor SocietyAnoka-Ramsey Community CollegeAnoka Technical CollegeBlaine High School National Honor SocietyCalvin Christian High SchoolChamplin Park High School National Honor SocietyCoon Rapids High School National Honor SocietyFridley Community EducationFridley High School Key ClubFridley High School National Honor Society

Fridley Transition ProgramNorth Hennepin Community CollegeSpring Lake Park Community EducationSpring Lake Park National Honor Society

organizations4-HAnoka County RSVPAudubon Chapter of MinneapolisBoy Scouts of America - numerous groupsFridley Lions ClubGirl Scouts of America - numerous groupsMaster NaturalistsOpportunity PartnersRod Kuehn Invasive TrackerUrban Bird Festival

anoka county communityAnoka County Community

Corrections DepartmentHennepin Home Health Care Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

city of fridleyCity Council MembersCity EmployeesFridley Police ReservesParks & Recreation DepartmentPublic Works Department

churchesSt. Timothy Catholic Church

springbrookMany Individuals and FamiliesSpecial Event VolunteersSpringbrook Nature Center Bird Banding GroupSpringbrook Nature Center FoundationSpringbrook Nature Center Regular Volunteers

businessesCummins Power GenerationGeneral MillsHOM FurnitureMedtronicNMotion Dance CenterXcel Energy

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The Parks and Recreation Commission provides safe leisure and educational opportunities for all ages through programs, facilities, open spaces and services responding to the needs of the residents and enhancing the quality of life in Fridley. The Commission works in partnership with the Springbrook Nature Center and Foundation to provide guidance and leadership to Nature Center activities.

2015 Staff Springbrook Nature Center

Malcolm Mitchell - chair

Donna Bahls - vice chair

Ed Meyer - treasurer

Katie Voss - secretary

Kent BuellRebecca (Becky)

ErvastiAngelique

Frederickson1

Eric FreeseCeace HaagensenJerry HartlaubNeal HayfordCarolyn Laursen2

Annette MitchellClem Nagel Sue Okerstrom1

Carole PearsonEric Penniston

Robert SchultzPushkar VaidyaMike Maher - executive

director, springbrook nature center

1Newly elected in 2015. 2Term ended in 2015. The Springbrook Nature Center Foundation Board of Directors is committed to finding the resources to preserve and enhance the Springbroook Nature Center into the next generation. We invite you to join with us in this effort on behalf of our community.

Mike Heintz chairGreg Ackerman vice chairJack Kirk director of parks and recreation

Michele Barrett commissionerDave Kondrick commissionerShanna Larson commissioner

Mike Maher executive director

Tara Rogness naturalist and summer camp coordinator

Jan Swanson administrative assistant

Curtis Pribula custodian

summer day camp naturalists Evan Griggs, Jina Schoenborn, Meredith Yue Seasonal Naturalists Lindsay Anderson, Kent Buell, Robyn Char, Christine Crawford, T.J. Oberle, Jessica Paulson, Chrystal Rice, Kelly Roeber, Kelly Stewart, Victoria Thompson, Miriam Turnbull

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2015 Board of Directors Springbrook Nature Center Foundation

Parks and Recreation Commission City of Fridley

2015 LEADERSHIP springbrook nature center, foundation, and city of fridley

FOUNDATION

3980 Woodridge CircleVadnais Heights, MN 55127

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Foundation Mailing Address:P.O. Box 32722Fridley, MN 55432

info@springbrookfoundation.orgTel. 800-675-4317 (toll free) Nature Center Location:100 85th Ave NWFridley, MN 55432

Nature Center Mail Address:6431 University Ave NEFridley, MN 55432

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