Hikin' With a Nature Nerd
Pottawattamie County Conservation Office, Pottawattamie County
Friday, March 12, 2021
Go off the beaten path & explore the far reaches of the Wheeler Grove Conservation Area on Friday, March 12th at 10:00 a.m. during a new kind of guided hike. We will be meeting in the parking area of Wheeler Grove Conservation Area located at 43774 Boxelder Avenue, Carson, Iowa. This parking area is located on the east side of Boxelder Avenue & is marked with a sign. Travel on gravel surface roads is necessary to reach this habitat area.
New for 2021,
Hikin' With a Nature Nerd, is a series of Naturalist led hikes aimed at
exploring the rhythm of nature in southwest Iowa. Each hike will set out to
explore new areas of your county parks & will include exploration of our
native ecosystem through the changing seasons. Each hike will be a unique
adventure, get ready to get off trail & see what nature has in store for
you.
Cost for this
event is $5.00 per person & includes park admission. Attendees must be age
14 & over. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Each Hikin' With a
Nature Nerd is unique & you are invited to join us for as many as you are
able to. It is not necessary to attend every event. Each hike will last 1 to 2
hours with the distance traveled being dictated by the interests of the group
& the will of nature. These hikes will include pedestrian travel over
uneven terrain, including off trail travel. Hikes may at times be strenuous but
pacing will be set by the group making them perfect for any hiker, from novice
to experienced. Water bottles, bug spray, & sunblock are all recommended,
please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear.
This event is not
pet friendly, service animals are always welcome. Weather permitting.
Cancellation
Policy
Guests may cancel
their reservation for a full refund up to 1 week (7 days) prior to the program
date by calling 712-545-3283 and speaking with staff directly. Cancellations
received less than 1 week (7 days) in advance of the event will not be
refunded. Fees for programs cancelled by PCC due to weather or other
circumstances will be refunded.
2021 programming is sponsored by the Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation.
The Pottawattamie County Conservation Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in its employment, programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Human Resource Director 227 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501.