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Dec 28
Saturday 9:00 AM
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Mistletoe Mile
Get into the holiday spirit while supporting a great cause! Whether you're running, walking, hiking, or simply enjoying the social environment, the Mistletoe Mile is a fun and active way to celebrate the season.
| Special Events |
Des Moines
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Starr's Cave Park and Preserve
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Dec 28
Saturday 9:30 AM
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Ugly Sweater 5k Shuffle
Get into the holiday spirit while supporting a great cause! Whether you're running, walking, hiking, or simply enjoying the social environment, the Ugly Sweater 5K Shuffle & Mistletoe Mile is a fun and active way to celebrate the season.
| Special Events |
Des Moines
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Starr's Cave Park and Preserve
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Dec 30
Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Birdhouse Building and Nature Center Open
Are you still enjoying some time off work and school? Need something to do outside of the house? Come out to the nature center to build a birdhouse and participate in other activities.
| Programs |
Butler
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Heery Woods State Park - South Side
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Dec 30
Monday 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Winter Nature Camp: 2nd-3rd
Get out of the house and into some frozen fun over your winter break!
| Programs |
Jefferson
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Jefferson County Park
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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 30
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Noon Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year!
| Programs |
Louisa
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Langwood Education Center
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Dec 30
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Winter Break at Lime Creek
It is time to get the kids out of the house for some fresh air!
| Programs |
Cerro Gordo
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Lime Creek Nature Center & Conservation Area
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Dec 30
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Winter Nature Camp: 4-6 Grade
Get out of the house and into some frozen fun over your winter break!
| Programs |
Jefferson
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Jefferson County Park
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Dec 30
Monday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Toddler Time
Join us for this month's Toddler Time!
| Youth Camps |
Wapello
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Pioneer Ridge Nature Area
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Dec 30
Monday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Walking Stick Workshop
Create a one of a kind walking stick!
| Programs |
Buchanan
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Fontana Park
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Dec 30
Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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A Night at Forest Park Museum
Forest Park Museum will be open for a cold winter evening
| Programs |
Dallas
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Forest Park Museum
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Dec 30
Monday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Black Moon Night Hike
Every full moon has a special name and sometimes even the new moon gets a name. Find out why this new moon is called the Black Moon and then stick around for a guided night hike.
| Programs |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Dec 31
Tuesday
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Noon Year's Eve
Celebrate the NOON YEAR'S WITH Carroll County Conservation
| Special Events |
Carroll
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Swan Lake State Park
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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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Dec 31
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Birdhouse Building and Nature Center Open
Are you still enjoying some time off work and school? Need something to do outside of the house? Come out to the nature center to build a birdhouse and participate in other activities.
| Programs |
Butler
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Heery Woods State Park - South Side
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Dec 31
Tuesday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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End of the Year Hike
Stretch your legs on the last morning hike of the year.
| Programs |
Dallas
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Voas Nature Area
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Dec 31
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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The Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center open shortened hours 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Nature Center open shortened hours 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
| Special Events |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Dec 31
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Last Day Hike
Finish 2024 strong and start your 2025 New Year’s resolutions off early with a Last Day Hike! Meet a Naturalist at the shelter located near the main parking lot.
| Programs |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Dec 31
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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CANCELLED - Noon Year's Eve
Come enjoy an adventure to ring in the New Year!
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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Jan 1, 2025
Wednesday
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Volunteer Registration - Madison County Conservation Board
Sign Up to Volunteer with the Madison County Conservation Board!
| Other Location |
Madison
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Pammel State Park
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Jan 1 - Mar 1, 2025
Wednesday 12:00
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Beat the Blues Winter Activity Marathon
Complete a marathon at your own pace!
| Programs |
Story
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McFarland Park
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Jan 1
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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New Year's Hike - Cortright Wildlife Area
Kick off 2025 on the right foot by a great hike!
| Programs |
Buchanan
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Cortright Wildlife Area
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Jan 1
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center & Woodbury County Conservation Board offices CLOSED for New Year’s Day
Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center and Woodbury County Conservation Board offices CLOSED for New Year’s holiday.
| Special Events |
Woodbury
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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center
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Jan 1
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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New Year's Hike - Cedar Rock State Park
Join in the fun of getting outdoors for the new year!
| Programs |
Buchanan
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Buchanan County Conservation Offices
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Jan 1, 2025
Wednesday 1:00 PM
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First Day Hike
Start the year with a hike in the woods . . .
| Special Events |
Floyd
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Mathers Woods
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