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Jan 16
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Snowshoeing and Sledding
Come enjoy the winter weather on this early dismissal day by doing a little sledding and snowshoeing!
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Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Jan 18
Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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KinderNature- Earth's Layers
Geared for homeschool families, children in Kdg-3rd grade will have fun learning about the Earth's Layers
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Jan 19
Saturday
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Dubuque Bald Eagle Watch
This great event will be fun for the whole family while you learn about eagles, wildlife, and conservation organizations in the Dubuque Area.
| Other Location |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Jan 21
Monday 10:00 AM
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Cabin Fever Days: Insectigations!
Get out of the house on this non-school day for a morning of INSECTIGATIONS!
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Jan 21
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Snowshoeing and Sledding
Time for some winter fun on this no school day at Prairie Creek!
| Special Events |
Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Jan 27
Sunday 2:00 PM
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Grand Canyon Rafting
Come listen to Kevin and Ann Burns share and discuss their 2018 Grand Canyon rafting trip.
| Programs |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Feb 10
Sunday 1:30 PM
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Hike and Hygge
Join a naturalist the 2nd Sunday of the month this winter for a hike at the park followed by hygge.
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Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Feb 10
Sunday 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Hike and Hygge
Have fun exploring the park with this winter hike and hot cocoa.
| Programs |
Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Feb 10
Sunday 4:00 PM
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Birdhouse Workshop
Come make a birdhouse to add a wonderful element to your yard or home.
| Programs |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Feb 15
Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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KinderNature: Natural Resources
This month we will be learning about natural resources such as soil, water, and air.
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Feb 18
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cabin Fever Days: Animal Signs
Get out of the house on this no-school day for a morning of discovery!
| Programs |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Feb 20
Wednesday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Volunteer Appreciation Event
We want to personally thank our wonderful volunteers for all that they do for us by having a meal in their honor.
| Special Events |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Feb 22
Friday 6:00 PM
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Owl Prowl
Learn more about Iowa's owl species and their amazing nighttime adaptations.
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Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Feb 27
Wednesday 2:00 PM
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Weaving Class for Youth
Children will have fun learning the art of weaving and will be able to take home a place mat that they create!
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Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Mar 10
Sunday 1:30 PM
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Hike and Hygge
Join a naturalist the 2nd Sunday of the month this winter for a hike at the park followed by hygge.
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Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Mar 10
Sunday 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Hike and Hygge
Have fun exploring the park with this winter hiking series.
| Programs |
Prairie Creek Recreation Area
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Mar 10
Sunday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Soap Making Workshop
Join a naturalist in learning the history, chemistry and benefits of making your own homemade soap.
| Programs |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Mar 15
Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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KinderNature: Reptile Riot
Children from Kdg-3rd grade will have fun and learn about Iowa's reptiles!
| Programs |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Mar 18
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cabin Fever Days: GPS Leprechaun Hunt
Get out of the house on this no-school day and search for those crazy leprechauns using GPS units.
| Special Events |
Hurstville Interpretive Center
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Apr 5
Friday 7:30 PM
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Woodcock Walk and Owl Prowl
The woodcock mating ritual is truly a remarkable sight. This small, camouflage, timber nesting bird has a few strange attributes and will amaze hikers with its aerial acrobat moves!
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Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
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