Apr 27
Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Being in Nature (Session 3)
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, come to one or all four.
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Story
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Christiansen Forest Preserve
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Apr 27
Saturday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 9 am
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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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 27
Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Full: Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 11 am
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 1 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 3 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 5 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 7 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation 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.
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O'Brien
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Mill Creek Park
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Douma Seasonal Camping Space
Sign up for your seasonal camping spot at Douma Park. 6 Spots are available for long term camping.
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O'Brien
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Douma Park
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Dog Creek Seasonal Camping Space
2024 Seasonal camping space.
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O'Brien
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Dog Creek Park
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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
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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!
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Jones
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Central Park
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May 1
Wednesday 5:30 PM
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May Day Hike
Enjoy a guided hike along Osborne's trails as we look for wildflowers, fungi, and other signs of spring.
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Clayton
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Osborne Park
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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 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 - 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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