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May 7 - Nov 5
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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First Tuesdays at 10 AM Hikes (May thru November)
We will hike trails on the first Tuesday of the month, at 10 am, May thru November at the various Hamilton County Conservation Areas.
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Hamilton
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Briggs Woods Park and Golf Course
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May 8
Wednesday
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Pipsqueaks Program for 2-4 year old with an adult
Pipsqueaks is a Free Public Program for 2-4 year old's with an adult
| Programs |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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May 11
Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Wilcox Nature Trail Hike
Join our nature hike as we discuss the history of Little Wall Lake and observe what we encounter. We will observe a section of the original lake wall left behind by the glacier.
| Programs |
Hamilton
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Little Wall Lake Park
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May 13
Monday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Amazing Amphibians
Join us for National Frog Jumping Day! Participants will learn all about frogs and maybe even find some at the park!
| Programs |
Story
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Peterson Park
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May 17 - Sep 1
Friday
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Gift Shop and Concession Stand - Paddleboat and Kayak Rentals
Visit the Swan Lake Conservation Gift Shop and Concession stand for a paddleboat or kayak rental, gift, or sweet treat!
| Programs |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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May 18
Saturday
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Kids to Parks Day
Kids to Parks Day
| Programs |
Webster
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Kennedy Memorial Park
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May 20
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Homeschool Naturalist-Canoeing
Canoe time!
| Programs |
Clay
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Scharnberg Park
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May 22
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Prairie Walk - Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) Events and Locations
Enjoy a variety of events within a 3 county partnership. Each event has a registration required.
| Programs |
Jones
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Central Park
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May 23
Thursday
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Homeschool Programs - May
Homeschool Programs are for all, registration is required.
| Programs |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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May 31
Friday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Wild Souls Camp ~ Ponds & Wetlands
The Buena Vista County Conservation and Clay County Conservation Boards have partnered up to present Wild Souls Camp. Wild Souls Camp is for anyone over the age of eighteen who wants to get outside and explore nature.
| Special Events |
Buena Vista
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Gabrielson Park - Gustafson Lake
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Jun 1
Saturday 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Bowstring Wildlife Area - Birding Hike OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) Events and Locations
Enjoy a variety of events within a 3 county partnership. Each event has a registration required.
| Programs |
Jones
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Central Park
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Jun 1
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Outdoor Youth Jamboree
Annual Outdoor Youth Jamboree!
| Special Events |
Des Moines
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Big Hollow Recreation Area
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Jun 1
Saturday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Art Afternoon - Lower Level of the Swan Lake Conservation Education Center
Free Monthly Summer Program
| Programs |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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Jun 3-5
Monday
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Intro to the Outdoors Ages 3-4
Intro to the Outdoors
| Programs |
Webster
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Kennedy Memorial Park
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Jun 3-4
Monday
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Intro to the Outdoors Age 2
Intro to the Outdoors
| Programs |
Webster
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Kennedy Memorial Park
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Jun 3
Monday 10:00 AM
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Nature Tots: Do Whales Have Wings? - Ages 3-6
Do whales have wings? Learn about different animal parts and what animals have them!
| Youth Camps |
Decatur
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Little River Recreation Area
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Jun 4-5
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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The Wild Ones: 1st - 2nd
Children will venture out with the County Naturalist to experience the wilds of Don Williams Park. Activities will include fishing, hiking, bird watching, insect catching, and more!
| Youth Camps |
Boone
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Don Williams Recreation Area
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Jun 4-5
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 9:00 AM
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Camping Adventure 5th&6th Grade June 4th-5th 1pm-9am
Learn skills such as canoeing, fishing, outdoor cooking and other essential camping “know-how” in this overnight camp.
| Youth Camps |
Ida
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Crawford Creek Recreation Area
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Jun 5
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Pipsqueaks - Summer Camp - June AM
Join us for our Pipsqueaks Summer Camp for ages 2 - 3 year-old's with an adult (adult is free).
| Youth Camps |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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Jun 5
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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O.W.L.S (Older Wiser Learning Seniors)
A Free Monthly Program for all to pack a lunch and learn something new
| Programs |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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Jun 5
Wednesday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pipsqueaks - Summer Camp - June PM
Join us for our Pipsqueaks Summer Camp for ages 2 - 3 year-old's with an adult (adult is free).
| Youth Camps |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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Jun 6
Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Outdoor Skills Day 2024 at Sandy Hollow
Join us for this fun filled day! Sign up opens April 3.
| Special Events |
Sioux
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Sandy Hollow Recreation Area
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Jun 6
Thursday 9:00 AM
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Jones County Youth Conservation Crew on June 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9am-Noon each day
Join the fun this summer - Youth Volunteers Wanted!
| Special Events |
Jones
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Central Park
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Jun 7-9
Friday
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Iowa DNR Free Fishing Weekend
All Iowa Residents are welcome to fish all weekend long without needing a fishing license
| Special Events |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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Jun 7
Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Nature Explorers 3rd & 4th Grade June 7th 9am-3pm
This camp includes using a GPS, fishing, swimming, and more!
| Youth Camps |
Ida
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Crawford Creek Recreation Area
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