Apr 27
Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Volunteer Workday
Help us spruce up the trails, gardens, Nature Playscape, and grounds this spring. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work gloves. Please
pre-register by calling 712-258-0838 or camps@woodburyparks.org.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Apr 27
Saturday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 9 am
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Rescheduled to July 6: The Observer by Amie Adams 3 Sessions
This event has been rescheduled to July 6.
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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Apr 27
Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Full: Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 11 am
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 1 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
| Special Events |
Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 3 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 5 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 27
Saturday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Extended: Escape Grandma's Cabin- Saturday- 7 pm
Do you have what it takes to escape Grandma's Cabin?
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Sioux
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Big Sioux Recreation Area
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Apr 30 - Nov 1
Tuesday
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Scout Island Reservation Request
Looking to reserve Scout Island for an event. Register here to secure your date and time.
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Mill Creek Park
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May 1
Wednesday
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Woodbury County Conservation Board Campgrounds open for the Season.
Pressurized water systems, restrooms and park facilities at Snyder Bend Park, Little Sioux Park, Bigelow Park, and Southwood Conservation Area will open for the camping season. Camping is first-come, first-served.
| Other Location |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Douma Seasonal Camping Space
Sign up for your seasonal camping spot at Douma Park. 6 Spots are available for long term camping.
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Douma Park
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Dog Creek Seasonal Camping Space
2024 Seasonal camping space.
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Dog Creek Park
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May 1 - Oct 15
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
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2024 Mill Creek Seasonal Camping Space
2024 Seasonal Camping Space
| Special Events |
O'Brien
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Mill Creek Park
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May 1
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Live Healthy Iowa "Go The Distance May" Kickoff Activity at Central Park
Let's Get Healthy! Go the Distance May Challenge and Come to The StoryWalk® at Central Park for an Afternoon Walk!
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Jones
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Central Park
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May 1
Wednesday 5:30 PM
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May Day Hike
Enjoy a guided hike along Osborne's trails as we look for wildflowers, fungi, and other signs of spring.
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Clayton
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Osborne Park
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May 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Nature Story Hour - Snakes
he program will start with local celebrities reading a storybook, an educational program by the naturalist about the topic, and an activity or craft. Each session will last about 30 - 40 minutes.
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Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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May 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Nature Story Hour - Recycling
The program will start with local celebrities reading a storybook, an educational program by the naturalist about the topic, and an activity or craft. Each session will last about 30 - 40 minutes.
| Programs |
Marshall
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GrimesFarm & Conservation Center
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May 4
Saturday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Fly Fishing with Donald Mulder 2024
Learn from local hobbyist!
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Sioux
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Oak Grove & Big Sioux Park
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May 4
Saturday 10:00 AM
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Wildflower Walk
Fowler Forest Preserve, Celebrate Iowa Wildflower Month by joining us for a walk through this woodland to view the diversity of spring wildflowers.
| Other Location |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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May 4
Saturday 10:00 AM
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An Introduction to Shed Dogs and the UKC Elite Shed Dog Series
Basics of training a Shed Dog - Come Learn Today
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Jones
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Central Park
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May 4
Saturday 1:00 PM
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Woodland Wildflower Walks
Spring is an ever-changing season and the perfect time to get out regularly, clear the cobwebs and brighten your mood. Join the walks to observe the weekly changes in wildflowers and other signs of spring.
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Buchanan
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Cortright Wildlife Area
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May 4
Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Spring Hike
Many creatures are stirring in the park and the spring wildflowers are in bloom. It is the perfect time to take a hike on the trails at Buena Vista County Conservation Park.
| Special Events |
Buena Vista
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Buena Vista County Conservation Park
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May 5
Sunday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Spring Nature Therapy at Fontana Park
Forest bathing is a slow-paced, therapeutic guided walk that promotes wellness through a series of gentle, sensory-opening invitations in nature.
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Buchanan
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Fontana Park
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May 6
Monday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Brown Bag - Spring Stroll
Join us on May 6th at Grammer Grove for a walk to learn about woodland flower
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Marshall
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Grammer Grove Wildlife Area
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May 9
Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Ground in Nature Sound Bath
Come Ground In Nature with a Sound Bath designed to help you restore your energy.
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Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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