Learn about nature. Hike our trails. Paddle Spearhead Lake. Enjoy the solitude...
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​The mission of the Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society is to foster personal connections to and stewardship of our natural world.

​​What we do...
  • Manage a 466 acre preserve located 11 miles southwest of Bemidji called the Neilson Spearhead Center (NSC).
  • Host a summer nature camp, the “Young Naturalist Program", where kids get a hands-on, outdoor nature experience.
  • Host educational events and programs at NSC and in the community to connect people with nature.
  • Advocate for local conservation of important habitats and ecosystems. 
 ​Come explore nature with us, or participate in one of our community-based initiatives like Birds, Bees & Butterflies - Bemidji, or Bird City Minnesota.
Come to the Neilson Spearhead Center and enjoy the wonderful signs of the seasons. Bring your camera, binoculars, field guides, and curiosity. We have over 5 miles of trails to explore surrounding Spearhead Lake -  just a few minutes drive from Bemidji.
Come join us for our Annual Members Celebration, Sunday September 18th, 2022! 
There will be a special Audubon Avian Art Adventure program, potluck dinner, and unveiling of a new Bird Art Mural created by the Bemidji Boys and Girls Club with the guidance of local artist Mary Theresa. See our Events Page for more information.
Make your own open-water fishing rod and learn about angling techniques, safety, where to go fishing, fish habitats, and lake ecology. Build a lifetime of outdoor fun for the whole family!
​Two sessions left: 8/20/2022, and 9/17/2022
Help us plant a 'Peace, Freedom, & Healing' Pollinator Garden in Bemidji. Click below to learn more about this project.
Become a MHAS member and help protect the natural legacy of north-central Minnesota.
The Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society is a Chapter of the National Audubon Society. 

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