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Experience Love in Nature with Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight

Experience Love in Nature with Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight

by | Feb 5, 2024

Are you looking for a unique and memorable way to elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration this year? Quarry Hill Nature Center in Rochester, Minnesota, offers the Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight, a perfect way to elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration. This event is perfect for couples and friends alike, and it offers an intimate and magical experience in nature. Follow the candlelit trail, enjoy a trivia scavenger hunt along the way, and cap off the night with hot cocoa and chocolate treats inside the center while getting to know Quarry Hill’s resident animal ambassadors. If you are over 21 years old, join us for a night to remember.

The Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight is a unique experience that beckons nature enthusiasts and hopeless romantics alike. On February 16th, 2024, the Quarry Hill Nature Center in Rochester, Minnesota, plays host to this enchanting event from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. With a variety of hike start times from which to choose, ranging from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., visitors can select an option that suits their schedule best. With tickets priced at just $14, it’s an affordable way to add some magic to your Valentine’s Day weekend. Each ticket also comes with a complimentary hot beverage from the gourmet hot cocoa bar. This event truly has something special for everyone.

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate Valentine’s Day that’s a little different, we highly recommend embarking on a candlelit hike through the woods. The ambiance is truly magical and romantic, with an illuminated trail that’s sure to impress. Along the way, you’ll encounter a variety of Valentine’s Day-themed displays, including the Love in the Animal Kingdom trivia trail. This particular trail is a wonderful opportunity to explore the way that love manifests in the animal kingdom, offering a fascinating and educational experience that’s sure to delight nature enthusiasts of all kinds. Of course, even if you’re not a huge fan of the outdoors, a candlelit hike is a great way to experience something new and exciting with that special someone. It’s a perfect Valentine’s Day adventure that’s sure to create unforgettable memories.

After an invigorating hike, it’s time to cuddle up indoors with some of Quarry Hill’s most special residents. These animal ambassadors come in all shapes and sizes, but they share two things in common: their incredible uniqueness and their absolute adorableness. With creatures ranging from red foxes to chickens to hedgehogs, there’s no shortage of cuteness here. And as if that weren’t enough, you can take in the stunning nighttime view of these animals in their habitats while sipping on a warm beverage from the cocoa bar. It’s the perfect way to end a day full of adventure and wonder.

Valentine’s Day can sometimes feel monotonous, but it doesn’t have to be. The Valentine’s Hike by Candlelight offers a unique, engaging, and unforgettable way to celebrate love in nature. This event promises to transport you and your loved one to a magical world out of the ordinary. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to create unforgettable memories with someone special. Join us at Quarry Hill Nature Center on February 16th, 2024, for a night you won’t forget. Reserve your spot today!

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