Jackson

Monarch Tagging

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Monarch Tagging

Wed. Sept 6 at 2:30 PM at Prairie Creek Recreation Area

Sat. Sept 9 at 1:00 PM at Hurstville Interpretive Center

Sat. Sept 16 from 12:30-2:00 Maquoketa Greenspace

Learn about the monarch butterfly’s life cycle and their migration to central Mexico. Then head out to the prairie to catch monarchs and participate in a citizen science project to place stickers on the butterfly’s wings to help researchers learn more about their migration. Nets will be provided.

Free event for all ages.

Registration is required at least 48 hours in advance. Call (563) 652-3783 or email conservation@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov for more information or to register. 

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