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Oct 5 Thursday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM OWLS(Older Wiser Livelier Souls): Habitat for Pollinators: Creating a welcoming home
Join in discussion with Jessica Butters from Prairie Rivers of Iowa to learn about native pollinator diversity here in Iowa and why we should care about pollinators.
Programs McFarland Park
Oct 13 Friday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Halloween Hides & Creepy Caches
Combining the fun of geocaching with the spirit of the season, the pursuit has turned nocturnal!
Programs McFarland Park
Oct 27 Friday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Creatures of the Night
Attention all creepy, crawly, creatures of the night! Embark on an exciting night hike through the woods learning about Iowa animal tracks and creatures of the night.
Programs McFarland Park
Nov 6 Monday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Animal Engineers
Can you build like a beaver or a bird? Explore outdoors to find out what gives animal shelters their strength and waterproofing.
Programs McFarland Park
Nov 17 Friday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sunset Hike
November 17th is National Hiking Day and what better way to celebrate than a guided sunset hike through the wooded areas of Hickory Grove Park.
Programs Hickory Grove Park
Nov 18 Saturday 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM We're Off to the Moon
Get Ready for an out-of-this-world experience where you can discover the secrets of the moon!
Programs McFarland Park
Nov 27 Monday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Thank Full Moon Refresh
November 27th is the full moon and it is right after Thanksgiving. Join us for a fireside evening of sharing and refreshing our souls under the light of the full moon.
Programs Hickory Grove Park
Dec 9 Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Brrrds
Explore nature as it gets ready for winter with a special focus on birds who brave the cold in Iowa.
Programs McFarland Park
Dec 16 Saturday 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Pyrography Creations
Learn how to turn up the heat and create beautiful art with a wood burning tool.
Programs McFarland Park
Dec 21 Thursday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Solstice Craft & Cider
Bring the family out to McFarland Park for a cozy evening of nature crafting and warm cider. We will celebrate the Winter Solstice and learn about how our changing seasons shape our world and the world of wildlife.
Programs McFarland Park
Jan 1 - Mar 1, 2024 Monday 12:00 Beat the Winter Blues Winter Activity Marathon
Walk, run, ski, snowshoe, or bike 26 miles outdoors at your own pace and win a discount on Story County Conservation online registrations, camping, and rentals.
Programs McFarland Park