Owl Prowl
Thursday, February 9, 6:30 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Join us for a hooting good time as we welcome Beth Brown back to teach us all about her owls and hike in the cold and dark to try and find wild owls that live in our area. Please join us – and come prepared for the February cold.
Brownie Girl Scouts Bugs Badge
Thursday, February 16, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Come bug out at the Annett Nature Center! See some bugs in action, build a bug box, and take home a fun bug craft.
Steps 1, 2, 3. Registration deadline: February 13, 2012.
Cross Country Skiing
Sunday, February 26, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
A free workshop for beginning skiers ready to explore the winter outdoors. Cross country skiing is an active stimulus for both the mind and body and it is easy to learn. Participants will be instructed indoors then invited to ski on the trails at the Annett Nature Center. Reservations are required if you need skis.
Call (515) 961-6169 to register.
The Warren County Conservation Board has Cross Country Skis for rent at the Annett Nature Center most weekends. Rental fees, paid in advance, for a complete package are $10/weekend plus a $10 deposit.
Wolf Cub Scout Achievement # 7
Your Living World
Thursday, March 8, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
You only have one world to live on. This evening you will learn how to take care of that world. Learn about pollution problems and how you can fix them, play a recycling game, and help clean up the Annett Nature Center! You will also be reading about people who are protecting the environment and will earn things YOU can do to save energy.
Requirements 7A, B, C, D, E, F. Registration deadline: March 5, 2012.
Thursday, March 8, 6:00–9:00 p.m. & Saturday,
March 10, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Warren County Izaak Walton League
Hunters born after January 1, 1972 must complete an approved education course before purchasing a hunting license in Iowa. Participants must be 12 years old by March 10, 2012 and attend both sessions to receive certification. Homework is required and homework packets must be picked up by students at least one week prior to class. There is NO fee for this class. Lunch is provided on Saturday. Cosponsored by the Warren County Izaak Walton League and the WCCB.
Online registration is required. Go to: https://www.iowadnr.gov/training (make sure to include the "s" in "https") and type "Warren" into the search field to find the class. Call (515) 961-6169 with any questions.
Turkey Hunting Workshop
Saturday, March 10, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Annett Nature Center
If you are interested in turkey hunting and would like to learn more about this sport — attend this seminar! Hunters of all ages and skill levels are welcome and can learn and sharpen techniques and safety skills under the direction of the WCCB staff and invited professionals in the area of turkey biology, calling and hunting. Explore all aspects of turkey hunting, including equipment, safety, biology and methods. Weather permitting, portions of the workshop will be outside — dress for the weather. Participate in problem solving scenarios which will make your hunt more successful and enjoyable. Registration required. Call (515) 961-6169 today to reserve your seat!
Blue Bird Houses
Sunday, March 25, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Bluebirds, the familiar and colorful harbingers of spring, will be returning by the end of the month. Welcome them back with a new "home". All lumber is durable cedar and has been pre-cut. Participants will receive materials and a helping hand. All ages are welcome, but children will need the help of an adult. Each bird house kit is $10 and you may put together as many as you like or take them home. Great as gifts.
Evening Prairie Burn
Thursday, March 22, 7:30 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Join the WCCB as we light up the night sky! Learn about the valuable role fire plays in the prairie ecosystem. This program may be postponed due to weather conditions, call for updates at (515) 961-6169.
Tiger, Wolf, Bear and Webelos
Leave No Trace Awareness
Brownie Girl Scout Way Badge
Thursday, April 19, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Work toward your Leave No Trace Awareness Award tonight. Learn the importance of the frontcountry guidelines, participate in a Leave No Trace service project and draw a poster to illustrate the frontcountry guidelines. Leaders, please bring pledge.
Boy Scout requirements 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, Girl Scout step 4. Registration deadline: April 16, 2012.
Saturday, April 21, 8:00 a.m., Annett Nature Center
Indianola Parks & Recreation
Spring Fun Fest
Saturday, April 28, 10:00 a.m.–Noon, Warren County Fairgrounds
Enjoy the outdoor family activities and indoor information booths. Look for the Warren County Conservation Board while you are there. For more information go to indianolaiowa.gov and check out the Parks & Recreation links.
Brownie Girl Scout Global Action Patch
Thursday, May 17, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Earn your Global Action Patch by spending the evening at the Annett Nature Center. We will go on a hike through the park while exploring the spring scents, observing wildlife and talking about the wetland and it's purpose.
Requirements: 7. Registration deadline: May 7, 2012.
Friends of Warren County Conservation
Native Iowa Plant Sale
Saturday, May 19, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Sunday, May 20, 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m., Annett Nature Center
Come and see what is growing at the Annett Nature Center and take some of it home with you. Our annual native plant sale offers native Iowa perennials that. You will be able to find some of the old standards such as purple coneflower and New England aster, plants you know and love. You may also find some you are not as familiar with, like rattlesnake master and foxglove beardtongue.
Back this year: Trees will be available for $30 per tree. Thanks to the Iowa DNR, MidAmerican Energy and the Indianola Tree Committee, a limited number of six to eight foot trees will be sold. Call Joel at (515) 961-6169 ext. 204 for details or to reserve up to two trees.
Plan Ahead
(some dates subject to change)
June 2 — Kids Fish Day
June 7 — Brownie Girl Scout Hiker Badge
June 15–16 — Wild Women of the Woods
Second week in July — Osprey Arrival
July 19 — Webelos Scout Activity Badge #10,Forester
August 9 & 11 — Hunter Education
August 16 — Cadette Girl Scouts Trees Badge
September 6 — Webelos Scout Activity Badge #13
