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Dec 30
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Winter Break Adventure Camp
This morning of fun and exploring will include hiking, meeting a live animal, crafts, games, and a campfire. Activities will be weather dependent but are sure to be fun. Grades 1-4.
| Youth Camps |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Dec 31
Tuesday 12:01 AM - 12:02 AM
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Matsell Bridge Shooting Range Permit (2024)
Purchase your 2024 Matsell Bridge Shooting Range Permit here!
| Programs |
Linn
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Matsell Bridge Natural Area
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Jan 2
Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Wickiup's Winter Wonders Open House
Join us for winter themed activity stations from wildlife to crafts, scavenger hunts, and outdoor activities –there is something for everyone! This drop-in event is open to all ages and invites you to get outside during the winter months.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 5
Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Kayaking Session at Bender Pool
No need to register here - show up at Bender with your $10 per person!
| Other Location |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 7-20
Tuesday
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Winter Trails Gnome Hunt - Morgan Creek
The gnomes are back! Search high and low for 12 gnomes hidden along the trails. We invite you to enjoy the winter season as you explore a new (or favorite) Linn County park.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Morgan Creek Park
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Jan 7, 2025
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Science for Squirts: Frosty Science
Kids will learn how ice and snow form and their importance in nature.
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 14
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Almost Full Moon Hike
We should catch views of the moon rising if conditions allow!
| Programs |
Linn
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Buffalo Creek Park
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Jan 15
Wednesday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Snowshoe Shuffle
The 3 easy steps to snowshoeing are left, right, then left!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 16
Thursday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Tie a Jig, Catch a Fish - Night 2
Create your own fish catching masterpieces and learn more on the skill.
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 17
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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O.W.L.S. - Older Wiser Livelier Seniors - Mussels of Iowa
Join us for this new direction we are taking!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 21
Tuesday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Owl Hike and Call Building
Join us to build your own owl calls and then head out on the trail together to give it a hoot!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 22 - Feb 2, 2025
Wednesday
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Winter Trails Gnome Hunt - Pinicon Ridge Park
The gnomes are back! Search high and low for 12 gnomes hidden along the trails. We invite you to enjoy the winter season as you explore a new (or favorite) Linn County park.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Pinicon Ridge Park
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Jan 23
Thursday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Jigs and Hops - Night 2
Tie some jigs and enjoy your own beer!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 25-26
Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Wilderness First Aid Course
Join us to receive your certification in Wilderness First Aid!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Jan 27 - Feb 4, 2025
Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Wilderness First Responder Course
Join us to gain your certification as a SRI Certified Wilderness First Responder!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 1
Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Snowshoe Shuffle
The 3 easy steps to snowshoeing are left, right, then left!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 2
Sunday 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Kayaking Session at Bender Pool
No need to register here - show up at Bender with your $10 per person!
| Other Location |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 4-16
Tuesday
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Winter Trails Gnome Hunt - Wanatee Park
The gnomes are back! Search high and low for 12 gnomes hidden along the trails. We invite you to enjoy the winter season as you explore a new (or favorite) Linn County Park.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Wanatee Park
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Feb 5
Wednesday 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Evening Snowshoe Shuffle
The 3 easy steps to snowshoeing are left, right, then left!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 7
Friday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Luminary Walk
Enjoy a campfire and walk the illuminated trail as we celebrate the beauty of winter. Stop by for the family-friendly self-guided walk along the trail lit with luminaries and lights.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 8
Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Adventure Day Dialogue
Linn County Conservation will host a day of presenters at the Wickiup Hill Learning Center sharing tales and accounts of outdoor adventures.
| Special Events |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 10
Monday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Valentines for Wildlife
Don’t forget to show some love to wildlife this season. Join us for a story and chance to make your own heart-shaped birdfeeders to take home for your backyard feathered friends.
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 12
Wednesday 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Full Moon Owl Hike
Hike when the moon is full!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 13-27
Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Fishing Rod Building Course
Build a fishing rod to elevate your fishing to a new level!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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Feb 18
Tuesday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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O.W.L.S. - Older Wiser Livelier Seniors - Naturalist Found, Naturalist Lost, the Story of Lulu Berry
Join us for this new direction we are taking!
| Programs |
Linn
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Wickiup Hill Learning Center
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