Waterbugs Natures Treasures

Event Summary

Children should have completed 1st or 2nd grade to attend this camp. 

Calling all explorers! Search for nature’s treasures as we follow maps, make mini-rafts, investigate wildlife, and step into creeks and marshes. Discover Story County natural areas through hands-on activities, art, stories, games, and journaling. We may visit the following areas (locations may change depending on water levels):  

McFarland Park: Pond, prairie, forest, and creek—we’ll experience several habitats and the bugs, birds, and other creatures that live there.

Cooper’s Prairie Marsh:  This restored marsh adventure is a natural "jungle" of cattails, sedges, rushes, muskrats, yellow-headed blackbirds, and dragonflies.

McFarland Creek: We’ll flip rocks in the riffles and shallows of the creek and search for crawdads, water striders, and natural clay.  

**Expect that your child will be VERY wet or dirty when you pick them up (including Monday)**  

Please have your child wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, and clothes that can get wet/dirty. Hats are recommended. 

Bring a reusable water bottle and snack. Apply sunscreen and bug spray to your child before arriving. 

Unless otherwise stated, refunds can be issued less a $5.00 processing fee per event for cancellations prior to the registration deadline. No refunds will be made after the registration deadline. To cancel a registration, please call (515) 232-2516.

Cost

Child - $45.00

Category

Programs