Last stop to shop. . . Board the St. Croix Valley Railway train. The train will stop over local wetlands to scout for trumpeter swans that nest in the area. A park naturalist will point out spectacular fall colors, wildflowers and wildlife. There should be excellent birding in William O'Brien State Park during the mile walk through forests and meadows to the bus pickup spot.
Bluebirds are common.
Explore Stillwater, steeped in history and beautiful natural surroundings. Lunch at the famed Lowell Inn. Take a guided riding tour of this old rivertown and go behind the scenes of history. Explore the many galleries and shops that line Stillwater's historic streets. Explore Whitewater State Park which contains 27,000 acres of wildlife habitat.