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Apr 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Toddler Tales - S is Seeds - Cancelled - Watch on Facebook Live
Let your imagination run wild with this fun, nature-themed story time! Hear a story followed by the naturalist’s choice of an activity such as an animal encounter, puppets or a craft.
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Polk
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Jester, Lewis A., Park
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Apr 3
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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CANCELED EARLY OUT LIBRARY PROGRAM MT PLEASANT
Programs may include live animals but ALL include FUN!
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Henry
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Oakland Mills Nature Center
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Apr 4
Saturday
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Storytime with a Naturalist
Find out more at www.dickinsoncountynaturecenter.com.
| Programs |
Dickinson
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Dickinson County Nature Center
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Apr 4
Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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FWCC Osprey 5K Trail Run/Walk
Join Friends of Warren County Conservation as we host the 11th Osprey 5K Trail Run/Walk event. The trails will lead you through the beautiful prairie and woodlands of Annett Nature Center.
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Warren
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Annett Nature Center and Park
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Apr 4
Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Navigation Series – Using a Map and Compass Together-this Event Has Been Cancelled
Enhance your summer hiking excursions by learning how to navigate the land using your map and compass. This event has been cancelled.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Apr 4
Saturday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Cancelled-Beekeeping: What would you like to know? April 2020
Join us at the Prairie Woods Nature Center with Master Beekeeper Dr. Bajema to learn everything you want to about bees and beekeeping.
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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Apr 4
Saturday 10:30 AM
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Sweet Treat Family Hike-this Event Has Been Cancelled
We will be enjoying a refreshing hike outside for all ages. After the hike we will discuss our discoveries and create a tasty animal home using rice crispy bars. This event has been cancelled.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Apr 4
Saturday 5:00 PM
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Tama County Conservation Fun Night
Join in on Tama County Conservation's annual Fun Night.
| Programs |
Tama
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Otter Creek Lake & Park
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Apr 5
Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Critter Club - Cancelled
Come visit Jester Park Nature Center’s resident turtles, snakes, and salamanders to learn about these misunderstood animals. You may even get to touch a turtle or snake.
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Polk
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Jester, Lewis A., Park
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Apr 5
Sunday 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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CANCELED Trailgate Party: Adventures in Alaska
Trailgate Party: Adventures in Alaska
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Story
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McFarland Park
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Apr 7
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Best Puppet Show Ever - Watch on Facebook Live
Join us for an exciting and energetic puppet show. Participants will be laughing, singing, and learning about nature as we entertain them with a scripted show starring a cast of animated puppets and props.
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Polk
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Jester, Lewis A., Park
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Apr 7
Tuesday 11:00 AM
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CANCELED O.W.L.S. - The Brenton Arboretum: Past, Present, and Future
O.W.L.S. - The Brenton Arboretum: Past, Present, and Future
Melissa Burdick, Executive Director
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Story
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McFarland Park
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Apr 7
Tuesday 6:00 PM
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Polk County Master Conservationist Program - Reschedule for fall 2020
Discover Iowa’s diverse natural resources - prairies, wetlands, forests, and more - through the Master Conservationist Program.
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Polk
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Polk County Education Programs
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Apr 7
Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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FULL MOON HIKE At the Park Out of This World 2020
What can you see on the trail if it's a full moon?
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Henry
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Oakland Mills Nature Center
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Apr 7
Tuesday 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Full Moon Hike - Cancelled
Explore the wonder and beauty of Yellow Banks Park at night under a full moon.
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Polk
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Yellow Banks Park
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Apr 8
Wednesday
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Nature Tots
Find out more at www.dickinsoncountynaturecenter.com.
| Programs |
Dickinson
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Dickinson County Nature Center
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Apr 8
Wednesday 11:00 AM
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O.W.L.S. - Whitetails: Treasure, Trophy, or Trouble
Tama County Conservation has planned a program featuring guest speaker Larry Stone with his presentation on Whitetails.
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Tama
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Otter Creek Lake & Park
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Apr 8
Wednesday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Hunter Safety - Field Day
Completion of a Hunter Safety course is required for anyone born after January 1, 1972 who wishes to purchase a hunting license. Must be 12 or older.
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Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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Apr 8
Wednesday 7:30 PM
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Woodcock “Sky Dance”
We will look and listen for the courtship display and try to get up close!
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Clinton
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Sherman Park
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Apr 9
Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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CANCELED Nestling Naturalists
CANCELED Nestling Naturalists is a program designed for ages 0 - 4 with a story and activity that's different each time!
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Black Hawk
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Hartman Reserve Nature Center
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Apr 9
Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Thursday Night Hikes-this Event Has Been Cancelled
Dress for the weather & wear sturdy walking shoes. Pre-registration is GREATLY appreciated. This event is cancelled.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Apr 9
Thursday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Art in the Park - Canvas
We will explore canvas painting with medium bodied acrylics to create an 11” x 14” night time canvas scene.
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Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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Apr 10
Friday
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Eco Center Closed, Good Friday & Easter
April 10th & 12th ~ Eco Center Closed, Good Friday & Easter
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Clinton
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Rock Creek Marina & Campground
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Apr 10
Friday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Home School Program - Oology (Study of Eggs) cancelled watch on Facebook Live
Oology (or oölogy) is a branch of ornithology studying bird eggs and nests. Come learn the different colors of eggs and information about the birds that lay them. We will also look at the intricate art of building a bird’s nest.
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Polk
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Jester, Lewis A., Park
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Apr 10
Friday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Easter EGGStravaganza-this Event Has Been Cancelled
Join us for an Easter Scavenger Hunt along the trails of the nature center! In this unusual scavenger hunt you will search for Easter baskets to fill your Easter egg punch card. This event is cancelled.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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