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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 2
Thursday 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Movie Night
Bring the whole family to the park to see a movie on an outdoor screen!
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Henry
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Oakland Mills Park
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May 3
Friday 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Talk & Walk: Amphibian Citizen Science
What is citizen science, and why is it important? Join a JCC naturalist to learn the basics. This program features an indoor learning session followed by an outdoor nighttime hike.
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Johnson
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JOHNSON COUNTY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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May 4
Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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International Women's Mountain Biking Day at Wanatee Park
Join us for a Bagels and Bikes breakfast ride at Wanatee Park to celebrate International Women’s Mountain Biking Day!
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Linn
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Wanatee Park
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May 4
Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Spring Bird Banding
Licensed bird banders and local experts will introduce you to the techniques of bird banding.
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Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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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!
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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
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Jones
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Central Park
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May 4
Saturday 1:00 PM
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Woodland Wildflower Walks
Spring is an ever-changing season and the perfect time to get out regularly, clear the cobwebs and brighten your mood. Join the walks to observe the weekly changes in wildflowers and other signs of spring.
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Buchanan
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Cortright Wildlife Area
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May 4
Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Landscape Hike with CRMA
Join us for a hike in partnership with Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s Land/Scape Exhibition.
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Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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May 5
Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Tree Cookie Printing
Learn about tree ring patterns and make your own beautifully inked print!
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Johnson
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JOHNSON COUNTY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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May 5
Sunday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Tales from the Trail Book Club
Explore the natural world through words with Tales from the Trail, Hartman Reserve's nature based book club!
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Black Hawk
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Hartman Reserve Nature Center
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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.
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Buchanan
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Fontana Park
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May 6
Monday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Brown Bag - Spring Stroll
Join us on May 6th at Grammer Grove for a walk to learn about woodland flower
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Marshall
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Grammer Grove Wildlife Area
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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.
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O'Brien
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Prairie Heritage Center
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May 7 - Nov 5
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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First Tuesdays at 10 AM Hikes (May thru November)
We will hike trails on the first Tuesday of the month, at 10 am, May thru November at the various Hamilton County Conservation Areas.
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Hamilton
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Briggs Woods Park and Golf Course
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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.
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Story
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McFarland Park
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May 9
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.
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Story
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Robison Wildlife Acres
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May 9
Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Ground in Nature Sound Bath
Come Ground In Nature with a Sound Bath designed to help you restore your energy.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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May 9
Thursday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Hike A Park - Linder Conservation Area
Join us for a hike in Des Moines County!
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Des Moines
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Harold and Mildred Linder Conservation Area
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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!
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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.
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Story
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Christiansen Forest Preserve
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