Prairie vs. Woodland
Hitchcock Nature Center, Pottawattamie County
Saturday, July 11, 2020
ATTENTION:
In an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19, we have updated our program format for this event. Our July 11th program may be held online or in person as conditions allow. Please watch for updates as they become available.
For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center on Saturday, July 11th at 9:00 a.m. for the next session of a new 2020 programming series, "A Land Ethic Workshop". Join instructor Ron Cisar as we celebrate the life & legacy of famous naturalist & philosopher Aldo Leopold. Our July 11th session will focus on Leopold's essay "Prairie Birthday" & will feature guest speaker Chad Graeve, Natural Resource Specialist with Pottawattamie Conservation.
Participants in this session will study & learn:
- Plant species of Iowa's prairie & woodland ecosystems
- Quadrant study of area biodiversity
- Using a dichotomous key
- Nature's changes that you can watch for during the month of July
- Continued nature journaling experience
Participants will also take to the Hitchcock trails for a short hike
to explore the signs of the season before ending the day with a song.
This program is intended for participants age 14 & over with an interest in the natural world, no experience or prior knowledge is required to participate. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Cost for this program is $10.00 per person per individual session. & includes admission to the park for all on-site programs.
Participants may opt to register for the entire 10 program/8 session season for $75.00. Full season registration includes admission to the park for all on-site programs as well as a copy of "A Sand County Almanac" & a hardback journal. To register for the full programming series please return to the programming list & select "A Land Ethic Workshop - Full Season".
*Participants do not need to attend every session to enjoy this programming series.
About "A Land Ethic Workshop"
"A Land Ethic Workshop" will focus on the work & life of
naturalist & Iowa native Aldo Leopold. Each month participants will
explore a new work by Leopold coupled with hands on activities such as
hikes, aquatic studies, guest lectures, sketching, journaling and more.
Programs are from 9:00 a.m. to noon & occur through December. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this program's structure has been altered with two online programs, remaining programs may be held in person at Hitchcock Nature Center if the situation allows or will be held in our online format if necessary.
Participants should note that classes held online will require an internet connection & the use of Zoom, programs held in person will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center & will at times require pedestrian travel over difficult terrain; some sessions may be physically challenging. Portions of each session will occur outdoors, students should come prepared for the weather & the elements. Attendance numbers for these programs have been reduced & all participants are asked to wear a mask, both inside and out, maintain six feet of social distancing, and use the hand sanitizer station at the entrance of the building. We will be outside on the trails for much of this program, so dress appropriately. Sunscreen and bug spray are advised.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Guests may cancel their reservation for a full refund up to 1 week (7 days) prior to the first day of the event
by calling 712-545-3283 & speaking with staff directly.
Cancellations received less than 7 days in advance of the event will not
be refunded. Program fees for events cancelled by Pottawattamie
Conservation for any reason will be refunded.
Meet at the Loess Hills Lodge at Hitchcock Nature Center.
This event is not pet friendly, service animals are always welcome.
The Pottawattamie County Conservation Board does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age,
sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in
its employment, programs, & activities. The following person has
been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination
policies: Human Resources Director, 227 South 6th Street, Council
Bluffs, IA 51501.
