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May 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Nature Story Hour - Snakes
he program will start with local celebrities reading a storybook, an educational program by the naturalist about the topic, and an activity or craft. Each session will last about 30 - 40 minutes.
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Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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May 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Nature Story Hour - Recycling
The program will start with local celebrities reading a storybook, an educational program by the naturalist about the topic, and an activity or craft. Each session will last about 30 - 40 minutes.
| Programs |
Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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May 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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O.W.L.S. (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) - History of Lincoln Highway in Story County by Hank Zaletel
Join us as Hank Zaletel embarks on a journey through the history of the Lincoln Highway in Story County.
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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May 2
Thursday 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Spring Wildflower Walks
Enjoy a series of spring walk as we explore our local public parks and the ephemeral blooms of spring wildflowers in the woods.
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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May 2
Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Fly Tying with Don Mulder
Do you want to learn to tie your own flies?
| Programs |
Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 4
Saturday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Fly Fishing with Donald Mulder 2024
Learn from local hobbyist!
| Programs |
Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 4
Saturday 10:00 AM
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An Introduction to Shed Dogs and the UKC Elite Shed Dog Series
Basics of training a Shed Dog - Come Learn Today
| Programs |
Jones
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Central Park
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May 4
Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Spring Hike
Many creatures are stirring in the park and the spring wildflowers are in bloom. It is the perfect time to take a hike on the trails at Buena Vista County Conservation Park.
| Special Events |
Buena Vista
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Buena Vista County Conservation Park
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May 5
Sunday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Spring Nature Therapy at Fontana Park
Forest bathing is a slow-paced, therapeutic guided walk that promotes wellness through a series of gentle, sensory-opening invitations in nature.
| Programs |
Buchanan
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Fontana Park
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May 7
Tuesday
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Home School Nature Program
Home School Nature programs feature hands-on content for youth. All ages are welcome.
| Programs |
O'Brien
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Prairie Heritage Center
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May 7
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Walk the Trails!
Join Environmental Education Coordinator Jerry Keys as we walk the trails in your county parks.
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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May 11
Saturday 8:00 AM
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Bird Watching May 11
Come check out the birds in Oak Grove!
| Programs |
Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 11
Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Being in Nature (Session 4)
In each session, we will explore different practices that serve to quiet the mind, develop inner peace, strengthen our natural intuition and create a deeper sense of belonging. Each 2-hour session is unique, so come to one or all four.
| Programs |
Story
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Christiansen Forest Preserve
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May 11
Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Landscaping for Wildlife 2024
Presentation and Native Plant Sale
| Programs |
Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 11
Saturday 10:00 AM
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Hamilton (Codfish Hollow) Prairie Walk
Spring is the time of year to see Iowa’s remnant prairie as it first wakes up for the season.
| Other Location |
Jackson
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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May 11
Saturday 1:00 PM
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Pond Exploration
Investigate with nets the tiny macroinvertebrates that live in the water!
| Programs |
Jackson
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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May 14
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Walk the Trails!
Join Environmental Education Coordinator Jerry Keys as we walk the trails in your county parks.
| Programs |
Story
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Christiansen Forest Preserve
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May 15
Wednesday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Night Photography
Capturing beautiful nighttime images may not be as difficult as you think, especially with today's amazing digital camera
| Special Events |
Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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May 18
Saturday
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Kids to Parks Day
Kids to Parks Day
| Programs |
Webster
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Kennedy Memorial Park
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May 18
Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Spring Wild Edibles
Join Naturalist Chelsea Ewen Rowcliffe to discover the flavors of the forest!
| Programs |
Mitchell
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Milton R. Owen Nature Center
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May 20
Monday 10:30 AM
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Little Naturalists 0-4 yr olds
Celebrate Summer! 0-4yr old
| Programs |
Clay
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Oneota Park - Conservation Board Headquarters
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May 20
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Homeschool Naturalist-Canoeing
Canoe time!
| Programs |
Clay
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Scharnberg Park
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May 21
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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SELF- Conservation on the Land
Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship Program, three different times to choose from!
| Programs |
Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 22
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Codfish Hollow Prairie Walk Older Wiser Livelier (O.W.Ls)
Do you like native plants? Do you want to explore one of the highest-quality prairies around?
| Other Location |
Jackson
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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May 22
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Prairie Walk - Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) Events and Locations
Enjoy a variety of events within a 3 county partnership. Each event has a registration required.
| Programs |
Jones
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Central Park
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