Friends of Hormel Nature Center covering SMART Transit cost through Aug. 31

Austin families and individuals for the first time can get free public transportation to and from the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center as part of a summer-long initiative.

This week, the nonprofit Friends of the Hormel Nature Center began covering the cost for people to ride SMART Transit to and from the nature center, where they can enjoy the free interpretive center, various events and nine miles of trails on more than 500 acres of native prairie, woods, wetlands and creeks. Free busing will run through Aug. 31 and is available by calling SMART Transit at 507-433-2379 to secure a seat.

Jay C. Hormel Nature Center’s trails are open for public use from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Dogs, pets and bicycles are not allowed

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