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Apr 27
Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Volunteer Workday
Help us spruce up the trails, gardens, Nature Playscape, and grounds this spring. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves. Please
pre-register by calling 712-258-0838 or camps@woodburyparks.org.
| Special Events |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Apr 27
Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Spring Wildflowers Nature Hike
Hike with us and enjoy the spring wild flowers along the park trails. Lets go see how much water is flowing over the waterfalls this spring.
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Hamilton
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Briggs Woods Park and Golf Course
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Apr 27
Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Rescheduled to July 6: The Observer by Amie Adams 3 Sessions
This event has been rescheduled to July 6.
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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Apr 29
Monday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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May Day Baskets
Join us to learn how the tradition of May Day baskets connects to nature and to make your own basket to deliver to someone special!
| Programs |
Wapello
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Pioneer Ridge Nature Area
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Apr 30 - Nov 1
Tuesday
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Scout Island Reservation Request
Looking to reserve Scout Island for an event. Register here to secure your date and time.
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Mill Creek Park
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May 1
Wednesday
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Woodbury County Conservation Board Campgrounds open for the Season.
Pressurized water systems, restrooms and park facilities at Snyder Bend Park, Little Sioux Park, Bigelow Park, and Southwood Conservation Area will open for the camping season. Camping is first-come, first-served.
| Other Location |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Mill Creek Seasonal Camping Space
2024 Seasonal Camping Space
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Mill Creek Park
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May 1
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Live Healthy Iowa "Go The Distance May" Kickoff Activity at Central Park
Let's Get Healthy! Go the Distance May Challenge and Come to The StoryWalk® at Central Park for an Afternoon Walk!
| Special Events |
Jones
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Central Park
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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 4
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Honeybees for BEEginners
Join us at the Pioneer Ridge Nature Center to learn a little bit about basic beekeeping with Wayne Scott!
| Special Events |
Wapello
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Pioneer Ridge Nature Area
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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 9:30 AM
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Wild Edibles & Spring Ephemerals
Join us for a short walk through Slip Bluff where we will learn about the wild edible and spring ephemeral plants found throughout the park, and even try some samples!
| Special Events |
Decatur
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Slip Bluff Park
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May 4
Saturday 10:00 AM
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Wildflower Walk
Fowler Forest Preserve, Celebrate Iowa Wildflower Month by joining us for a walk through this woodland to view the diversity of spring wildflowers.
| Other Location |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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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 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 - 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.
| Programs |
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.
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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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.
| Programs |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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May 10-11
Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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SPRING SHOP ABOUT AT AGHC
Come check out shopping locations along the Historic Hills Scenic Byway!
| Special Events |
Wapello
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American Gothic House Center
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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 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Wilcox Nature Trail Hike
Join our nature hike as we discuss the history of Little Wall Lake and observe what we encounter. We will observe a section of the original lake wall left behind by the glacier.
| Programs |
Hamilton
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Little Wall Lake Park
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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 - 2:00 PM
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AGHC TRAVEL WRITER BOOK SIGNING
Get ready for an off-beat road trip full of the state's best kept secrets!
| Special Events |
Wapello
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American Gothic House Center
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