CHAPTER MEETINGS

West Metro Chapter's monthly meetings are start at 7 pm on the second Tuesday of the month (except July & August). Please sign in early for some social time with the other members. Meetings feature a presentation on a nature-related topic and last about 90 minutes. We usually meet in person at Minnetonka Community Center, though sometimes (especially during the winter months) meet via Zoom only. We aim to make all of our in-person meetings available to a Zoom audience (i.e., hybrid).

Upcoming Meetings:

Tuesday, September 15, 7 pm: The White Pelicans of Marsh Lake
With Amy Rager, MN Master Naturalist Extension Educator

The American white pelican is one of the largest birds in North America. While it is similar to the brown pelican in shape, it is much larger and has very different habits. These birds nest in colonies, and one of the largest is on an island in western Minnesota's Marsh Lake, not far from Amy Rager's home. Come hear her firsthand accounts of working with the pelicans, and learn about these fascinating (and surprisingly timid) birds.  

This meeting will be Hybrid (Online and In Person): Link will

be provided shortly before the meeting

Amy Rager is an extension educator with the MN Master Naturalist program. She's been with the program since its inception, and has taught many biome courses. She gave this presentation at the 2025 Gathering Partners conference and it was excellent--informative and entertaining. 

Also Note: Our September meeting is on Tuesday the 15th
Normally we meet on the second Tuesday of the month, but for September we'll meet on the third Tuesday. 

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