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SUMMARY:Warren County Conservation Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Warren County Conservation Board for its monthly public meeting. The board will discuss ongoing projects\, upcoming programs\, and conservation initiatives throughout the county. Community members are welcome to attend\, and share input\, and stay informed about local conservation efforts.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/12446/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T163422Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Wednesday: Arachnology
DESCRIPTION:For this month’s Homeschool Wednesday\, we will be crawling into the fascinating world of arachnids! Discover who they are\, how they are different from insects\, the amazing adaptations that help them survive\, and the important roles they play in our ecosystems. From spiders to ticks and mites\, we’ll explore some of the unique creatures that make up this eight-legged group! \nProgram type: Naturalist-led\nAge: 2nd grade\nTerrain: Sidewalks & indoor\nRegistration: Required \nRegistration opens September 14th\, 2026.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/homeschool-wednesday-arachnology/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Wednesdays,Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T090000
DTSTAMP:20260714T192716Z
CREATED:20260714T192716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T192716Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join one of WCCB’s naturalists on an early morning hike at Otter Creek. Enjoy the sounds and glimpses of the different bird species that live at this park. This program is great for beginners and for experienced birders. \nDon’t have binoculars? No problem! Binoculars and identification books will be provided.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/fall-birding-hike/
LOCATION:Otter Creek\, 14400 Quebec Street\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260909T220015Z
CREATED:20260903T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T220015Z
UID:10000249-1791018000-1791025200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Pancakes and Playscape; Introductory Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join Warren County Conservation for a morning of pancakes and an exciting look at the future of outdoor play in Warren County! \nEnjoy a pancake breakfast to go\, or stay and eat it while learning about our plans for a new nature playscape at the Annett Nature Center Park. Designed to blend inclusive play with natural exploration\, the playscape will give children and families new ways to climb\, explore\, imagine\, and connect with nature. \nDuring the open house\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n9-11am ~ Enjoy a pancake breakfast\n10am ~ See plans and learn about the vision for the nature playscape\nHear a brief presentation about the project and fundraising campaign\nAsk questions and share feedback\n11am ~ Tour the future playscape site\nLearn how you can help bring the project to life \nSaturday\, October 3 | 9:00-11:00 AM\nAnnett Nature Center \nBring the family\, grab some pancakes\, and help us kick off an exciting new chapter for outdoor play in Warren County. We can’t wait to share the vision with you! Get a sneak peak by visiting: WarrenCountyPlayscape.org  \nRegistration helps us ensure the proper amount of materials and seating! \n~Rooted in Nature\, Built for Everyone~
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/pancakes-and-playscape/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature,Outdoor Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260903T163643Z
CREATED:20260831T205458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T163643Z
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SUMMARY:Pro Series: Habitat Management
DESCRIPTION:Healthy grasslands and wetlands provide critical habitat for wildlife\, improve water quality\, and support resilient landscapes. Managing land for healthy habitat can look different on every property\, and come with plenty of questions. Knowing where to start and what help is out there can be challenging. \nJoin us for a conversation about habitat management. We’ll explore remnant prairie management\, grassland reconstruction\, wetland restoration\, and federal and state programs available to help landowners accomplish their conservation goals. \nThis program is designed to be a conversation\, not just a presentation. Bring your questions\, experiences\, and even challenges you’re facing on your own property for an opportunity to talk with a conservation professional and learn from others in the room. \nWhether you manage a few acres or simply want to better understand Iowa’s grasslands and wetlands\, all are welcome to join the discussion. \nProfessional Speaker:\nJonathan Jones; Private Lands Biologist\, Iowa DNR \n \nPro Series is a program designed for adults who want to engage in meaningful\, in-depth conversations about conservation. Each session explores pressing environmental issues\, current research\, and practical ways we can protect and restore natural habitats. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas\, ask questions\, and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about conservation. \nRegistration is required by Monday\, September 22nd at noon.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/pro-series-habitat-management/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Pro Series,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212449Z
CREATED:20260911T212415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212449Z
UID:10000250-1790413200-1790424000@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:WCCB Tree & Shrub Sale
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept 25: 2-6pmSaturday\, Sept 26: 9am-Noon**While Supplies Last **\n\nAdd some native plants to your property at Warren County Conservation’s Tree and Shrub sale. Choose from a variety of quart-size potted oak trees and shrubs\, including dogwood\, willow\, and elderberry. Conservation Ecologist Jon Livermore will be on hand to answer questions and offer guidance on planting and care.\n\nWhile supplies last! There is a limit of 100 plants per person. Follow Warren County Conservation on Facebook for sale updates and possible sell-out announcements.\n\n\nSale includes:\nQuart-size potted trees\n\nSwamp White Oak\nBodacious Burr Oak\nSchuette Oak (Hybrid Swamp White/Burr)\nRed Oak\nPin Oak\n\n1/5 Quart-size potted shrubs\n\nRed Osier Dogwood\nFlame Willow\nElderberry
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/wccb-tree-shrub-sale/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212525Z
CREATED:20260911T212525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212525Z
UID:10000251-1790344800-1790359200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:WCCB Tree & Shrub Sale
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept 25: 2-6pmSaturday\, Sept 26: 9am-Noon**While Supplies Last **\n\nAdd some native plants to your property at Warren County Conservation’s Tree and Shrub sale. Choose from a variety of quart-size potted oak trees and shrubs\, including dogwood\, willow\, and elderberry. Conservation Ecologist Jon Livermore will be on hand to answer questions and offer guidance on planting and care.\n\nWhile supplies last! There is a limit of 100 plants per person. Follow Warren County Conservation on Facebook for sale updates and possible sell-out announcements.\n\n\nSale includes:\nQuart-size potted trees\n\nSwamp White Oak\nBodacious Burr Oak\nSchuette Oak (Hybrid Swamp White/Burr)\nRed Oak\nPin Oak\n\n1/5 Quart-size potted shrubs\n\nRed Osier Dogwood\nFlame Willow\nElderberry
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/wccb-tree-shrub-sale-2/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260918T224548Z
CREATED:20260901T203621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T224548Z
UID:10000248-1789822800-1789826400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging- Buxton Park
DESCRIPTION:Come to Buxton Park and discover all about monarch butterflies\, their unusual lifestyle and life cycle and their migration to Mexico! A Warren County Conservation Naturalist will teach you how to catch and handle a monarch\, determine its gender\, and properly tag them as part of a national research project. All monarchs will be released after they are tagged.\nBring a butterfly net if you have one\, or share a net at the park if you don’t. Fun for the whole family!
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/monarch-tagging-buxton-park-2/
LOCATION:Buxton\, 705 N Buxton St\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T161931Z
CREATED:20260724T140134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T161931Z
UID:10000242-1789563600-1789567200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Wednesday: Monarch Tagging
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Annett Nature Center and discover all about monarch butterflies\, their unusual lifestyle and life cycle\, and their migration to Mexico! A Warren County Conservation Naturalist will teach you how to catch and handle a monarch\, determine its gender\, and properly tag them as part of a national research project. All monarchs will be released after they are tagged.\n\nBring a butterfly net if you have one\, or share a net at the park if you don’t. \nRegistration opens August 16th.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/homeschool-wednesday-monarch-tagging-2/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Wednesdays,Outdoor Fun,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T155330Z
CREATED:20260413T155308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T155330Z
UID:10000238-1789218000-1789221600@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging- Otter Creek
DESCRIPTION:Come to Otter Creek and discover all about monarch butterflies\, their unusual lifestyle and life cycle and their migration to Mexico! A Warren County Conservation Naturalist will teach you how to catch and handle a monarch\, determine its gender\, and properly tag them as part of a national research project. All monarchs will be released after they are tagged.\n\nBring a butterfly net if you have one\, or share a net at the park if you don’t. Fun for the whole family! \n\nFree event\, but registration is required. Registration opens August 12th.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/monarch-tagging-5/
LOCATION:Otter Creek\, 14400 Quebec Street\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T103000
DTSTAMP:20260827T192826Z
CREATED:20260413T154935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T192826Z
UID:10000237-1787994000-1787999400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:*CANCELLED* Summer Birding
DESCRIPTION:Calling all beginners to experienced birders! This is your chance to get out and see (or hear) what birds are out and about. No binoculars? No problem. We will provide binoculars and guidebooks\, along with some tips and tricks for birding. Have your own binoculars? Perfect\, bring them along! \n 
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/summer-birding/
LOCATION:Eckoff Nature Preserve\, 2495 Pierce St\, St. Charles\, IA\, 50240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Outdoor Recreation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T141111Z
CREATED:20260410T141111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T141111Z
UID:10000233-1785571200-1788109200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®
DESCRIPTION:StoryWalk® is a fun idea to get communities outside and reading. Each month\, we will put new nature-themed children’s stories along trails in different parks. All the stories will be nature-themed and fun to read! Bring your whole family out to hike and read a page of the story every few feet as you go along. Below is a schedule of where and when the books will be placed. A few days before the end of the month\, the storywalk will move to the next park.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/storywalk-9/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T141342Z
CREATED:20260410T140846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T141342Z
UID:10000231-1782892800-1785430800@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:StoryWalk®
DESCRIPTION:StoryWalk® is a fun idea to get communities outside and reading. Each month\, we will put new nature-themed children’s stories along trails in different parks. All the stories will be nature-themed and fun to read! Bring your whole family out to hike and read a page of the story every few feet as you go along. Below is a schedule of where and when the books will be placed. A few days before the end of the month\, the storywalk will move to the next park.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/storywalk-7/
LOCATION:Lundy Acres\, 7226 115th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T152404Z
CREATED:20260413T152404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T152404Z
UID:10000236-1781802000-1781809200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:International Mud Day
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is a National Mud Day? It takes place annually in June!\n\nCome out and help us celebrate National Mud Day with an invitation to get muddy and enjoy exploring mud with your kids! Discover\, or rediscover\, the messy joy that comes with a good mud pile. We will be watering down a mud pit at the Annett Nature Center to celebrate this holiday. You can observe this festive day in any way you like\, make a mud pie\, have a mud bath\, or a mud mask!\nGet as muddy as you can\, we’ll have a hose available for a quick rinse-off after you are done enjoying yourself. Share your photos and tag us on Instagram or Facebook. You will want to wear clothing and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty or becoming your “mud clothes.”\n\n*This program will be canceled if we are under drought conditions*
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/international-mud-day-4/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature,Outdoor Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T181438Z
CREATED:20251209T173032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T181438Z
UID:10000226-1780735500-1780747200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Kids Fish Day
DESCRIPTION:Have some fishing fun with us! Bring the family out to participate in the art of fishing. The fishing competition will take place at Lester Pond. There will be awards\, door prizes\, and a free fish-cleaning demonstration. Bring your own pole or borrow one of ours. Bait will be provided. You will also be able to try fish bites cooked by the Izaak Walton League. Fish will be fried in peanut oil. It’s FREE — join us! A fishing license is not required for participants at Kid’s Fish Day. Please register each child so we can plan for bait and materials! This program is put on by Friends of Warren\nCounty Conservation and the Warren County Izaak Walton League. \nDay Of Timeline:\n8:45 am: Check In\n9:00 am: Fishing Competition begins\n10:00 am: Izaak Walton fish cleaning demonstration\n10:30 am: Competition will conclude and we will determine final counts!\n11:00 am: Izaak Walton fish cleaning demonstration\n11:30 am: Drawing our prize winners!
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/kids-fish-day-4/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature,Outdoor Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T141205Z
CREATED:20260410T140935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T141205Z
UID:10000232-1780300800-1782752400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:StoryWalk
DESCRIPTION:StoryWalk® is a fun idea to get communities outside and reading. Each month\, we will put new nature-themed children’s stories along trails in different parks. Stories will all be nature-themed and fun to read! Bring your whole family out to hike and read a page of the story every few feet as you go along. Below is a schedule of where and when the books will be placed. A few days before the end of the month the storywalk will move to the next park.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/storywalk-8/
LOCATION:Otter Creek\, 14400 Quebec Street\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T214455Z
CREATED:20260501T171153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T214455Z
UID:10000240-1780074000-1780156800@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Wild Outdoor Women
DESCRIPTION:What is a Wild Outdoor Women Workshop? \nWould you like to meet other women with similar interests\, attend classes to learn new skills\, or be inspired to explore and connect with the natural world? If so\, this is the event for you. This workshop provides a comfortable environment to try new outdoor activities\, engage in hands-on workshops\, interactive sessions\, and guided activities led by experienced instructors. You can campout and socialize Friday night\, then attend general and breakout sessions on Saturday. In addition to learning and hands on experiences\, Wild Outdoor Women emphasizes the importance of fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all participants. Social gatherings\, group discussions\, and networking opportunities allow women to connect\, share experiences\, and build lasting friendships while breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes. \nWho Can Attend? \nWomen 12 & older are invited to participate in this event. Come with your best friend\, mom\, daughter\, sister\, or come alone to meet new friends with similar interests! \nHow Do I Register? \nFill out the enclosed registration form and pay via the MyCountyParks Link. The registration fee is $75 and includes all activities\, meals\, and a Wild Outdoor Women gift. Registration deadline is May 22\, 2026\, but you will want to register as soon as possible since sessions are filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. Participants will receive an email confirmation when registration and payment are received. \nSession Schedule:  \nFriday Night Fun \nFriday\, May 29th (overnight optional) \n\n5:00-6:00pm Registration\, Set Up Tents\, Socializing\n6:00-7:00pm Dinner\n7:30-9:30pm General Session\n9:30pm Socialize Until Bed\n\nSaturday Sessions \nSaturday\, May 30th \n\n7:00-8:00am Sunrise Yoga\n8:00-9:00am Breakfast\n9:00-11:00am Session One\n\nA. Nature Crafts\nB. Boat Backing\nC. Gardening with Native Plants\n\n\n\n\n11:15-12:15pm Gen Session: Experience Oneida\n12:15-1:15pm Lunch/Silent Auction Ends\n1:30-2:30pm Session Two\n\nD. Cooking Wild Edibles: Black Walnuts\nE. Sound Bathing\nF. Stand Up Paddleboards\n\n\n2:45-3:45pm Session Three\n\nG. Eco Printing\nH. Herbal First Aid Walk\nI. Archery\n\n\n\n\n4:00pm Have A Safe Trip Home\, See Ya Next Year!\n\n 
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/wild-outdoor-women/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Make & Take,Nature,Outdoor Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Overnight,Women's Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T214421Z
CREATED:20260430T161631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T214421Z
UID:10000234-1778317200-1778322600@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Pro Series: Pollinator Push
DESCRIPTION:This seminar highlights the benefits of native pollinator plants and encourages a community-wide “Pollinator Push” to support bees\, butterflies\, and other essential pollinating insects. Participants will learn how native wildflowers\, shrubs\, and even native grasses provide critical nectar\, pollen\, and habitat. The program will focus on Midwest native species\, bloom timing\, and practical ways to incorporate pollinator-friendly plants into gardens\, landscapes\, farms\, and public spaces. By joining the Pollinator Push\, attendees will gain the knowledge and inspiration needed to create healthier habitats\, strengthen biodiversity\, and help sustain pollinator populations that are vital to our native ecosystems. \n**The first 10 people who register and attend the program will receive a free prairie plant to start or add to their home prairie! \nProfessional Speaker:\nJon Livermore\, Conservation Ecologist; Warren County Conservation \n \nPro Series is a program designed for adults who want to engage in meaningful\, in-depth conversations about conservation. Each session explores pressing environmental issues\, current research\, and practical ways we can protect and restore natural habitats. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas\, ask questions\, and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about conservation. \nRegistration is required by Friday May 8th at noon.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/pro-series-pollinator-push/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Pro Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T203653Z
CREATED:20260413T150048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T203653Z
UID:10000235-1778176800-1778182200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED Geocaching 101
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED\nLooking for a fun new outdoor hobby? Want to participate in a county-wide Geocaching Adventure? Come discover the fun and excitement of geocaching\, the high-tech outdoor scavenger hunt that uses a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit!\nJoin a Warren County Conservation Board Naturalist for a beginner course to learn about geocaching and how to use the Geocaching app on your phone. Then head out in the park to find “treasures” called caches. Fun for the whole family! After this session\, you will be prepared to head out on your own and find the Warren County Geocaching Adventure caches.\n\nIt is a good idea to create an account on the geocaching app or on geocaching.com prior to the event. If you need help with that\, please give us a call at 515-961-6169.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/geocaching-101-5/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Geocaching,Outdoor Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T204610Z
CREATED:20260407T204609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T204610Z
UID:10000228-1777114800-1777122000@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Pro Series: Prescribed Fire
DESCRIPTION:Discover how fire can be one of the most powerful tools for renewal. From conservation professionals to private landowners\, more people are recognizing the ecological benefits of prescribed fire and are turning to fire to promote native plant diversity\, restore prairies and forests\, enhance wildlife habitat\, and promote healthy\, diverse landscapes. \nIn this presentation\, you’ll learn about the history of fire on the land\, why prescribed burns are an essential management practice\, and how burns are safely planned and carried out. Whether you’re curious about conservation or interested in managing your own property\, this program will provide valuable insights into working with fire instead of against it. \nWhether you’re new to the topic or have experience with land management\, we welcome your questions and perspectives as part of the conversation. \nTanner Donovan\, Natural Resource Specialist for Madison County Conservation\, will be our featured Professional for this presentation. \n \nPro Series is a program designed for adults who want to engage in meaningful\, in-depth conversations about conservation. Each session explores pressing environmental issues\, current research\, and practical ways we can protect and restore natural habitats. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas\, ask questions\, and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about conservation. \nRegistration is encouraged\, but not required.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/pro-series-prescribed-fire/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Pro Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T153042Z
CREATED:20251202T173836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153042Z
UID:10000223-1775898000-1775903400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Canceled- Spring Birding
DESCRIPTION:Calling all beginners to experienced birders! This is your chance to get out and see (or hear) what birds are out and about. Migration will just be starting\, and birds will be traveling to and through Iowa. We will get the chance to see what early birds are here! \nNo binoculars? No problem. We will provide binoculars and guidebooks\, along with some tips and tricks for birding. Have your own binoculars? Perfect\, bring them along! \n  \nRegistration will open one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/spring-birding/
LOCATION:Bank Swallow Bend\, 12565 168th Avenue\, Ackworth\, IA\, 50001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Outdoor Recreation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T110000
DTSTAMP:20251209T175437Z
CREATED:20251209T175437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T175437Z
UID:10000227-1775642400-1775646000@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Wednesday: Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Happy Earth Day! \nThis month’s Homeschool Wednesday is all about sustainability\, what it means\, why it matters\, and how small changes can make a big difference. Join us to explore simple\, everyday actions that help protect our planet and discover how each of us plays an important role in caring for the environment. \nRegistration opens one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/homeschool-wednesday-earth-day/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Homeschool Wednesdays,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T140012Z
CREATED:20260410T140012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T140012Z
UID:10000229-1775030400-1775062800@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Geocaching Macroinvertebrate Adventure
DESCRIPTION:What is the Geocaching Adventure?There are 25 Geocaching Adventure Caches hidden in county\, state and city parks around Warren County. Your challenge is to explore parks and find them all using a GPS. Each cache includes an instruction card\, a logbook\, and a stack of themed trading cards. Sign the logbook to show that you found the cache and take a trading card for your collection.\nAfter finding all 25 caches\, take your 25 trading cards to the Annett Nature Center. We will give you the coordinates to find the last cache challenge. Take a picture of yourself with the very last card or all of your trading cards. Feel free to include family\, friends\, your dog or anyone else that helped you finish the challenge. All participants who successfully finish the challenge by November 1st will receive a finisher’s token and your photo will be posted on our Facebook page as Geocaching Adventure Finisher. Then\, take the winter months off and check back in the spring for the next geocaching theme.\nGet Started Today!• Download all the coordinates from below onto your GPS (available April 1st)• Use the GPS device to determine your location in relation to the cache. The GPS device will show you how far away and in what direction the cache is hidden.• Find the cache\, sign the logbook and take your trading card• Create a free account on geocaching.com and log your finds. The 25 caches can be found by searching for “WC Macroinvert. Adventure” ( You can also download coordinates straight to you GPS from here or use the Geocaching app on your smartphone to find them)\nCheck back to our website on April 1st at 8am to download the general map and coordinates: https://www.warrenccb.org/activities/geocaching/geocaching/\nOr open up your Geocaching.com App on April 1st starting at 8am to start caching!Create a free account at: https://www.geocaching.com/play
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/geocaching-macroinvertebrate-adventure/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Warren County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T143000
DTSTAMP:20260327T220218Z
CREATED:20251202T170805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T220218Z
UID:10000222-1774702800-1774708200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Make & Take (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Come out to learn the benefits of rain barrels\, how to collect water\, and make a rain barrel of your own to take home. You will be provided with all the tools and instructions to make your own rain barrel for your yard. Bonus: You get to work with power tools! Please make sure that your vehicle can transport the finished 55-gallon barrel. The cost is $50 per barrel. Space is limited to 12 participants. Payment is due by March 3 to secure your spot. There is a morning and an afternoon session this year\, to try to accommodate more people; this event is for the morning. * Each family is limited to 1 barrel. You will learn the skills to make additional barrels on your own. \nRegistration opens 1/28/26.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/rain-barrel-make-take-afternoon-2/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Make & Take
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260327T220245Z
CREATED:20251202T170733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T220245Z
UID:10000221-1774692000-1774697400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Make & Take (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Come out to learn the benefits of rain barrels\, how to collect water\, and make a rain barrel of your own to take home. You will be provided with all the tools and instructions to make your own rain barrel for your yard. Bonus: You get to work with power tools! Please make sure that your vehicle can transport the finished 55-gallon barrel. The cost is $50 per barrel. Space is limited to 12 participants. Payment is due by March 3 to secure your spot. There is a morning and an afternoon session this year\, to try to accommodate more people; this event is for the morning. * Each family is limited to 1 barrel. You will learn the skills to make additional barrels on your own. \nRegistration opens 1/28/26.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/rain-barrel-make-take-morning-2/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Make & Take
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260317T172645Z
CREATED:20251205T161806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172645Z
UID:10000220-1774090800-1774098000@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Pro Series: County Conservation Legislative Priorities
DESCRIPTION:Learning about conservation policies is a vital process to understanding the available resources to aid natural resource protection. \nThe health of Iowa’s natural resources and the availability of our shared outdoor recreation opportunities is at a cultural crossroads. 60% of our woodlands\, 99.9% of our prairie\, and 95% of our wetlands – original habitat compositions – are gone. Funding for conservation programs are hard to navigate\, and their significance of impact on the landscape is declining. \nThankfully\, our state’s constitution already has a solution to help many of these problems – through Iowa’s Natural Resource and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund! \nOn March 21\, come to the ANC to learn about the only unfunded constitutional program in Iowa’s history. \n  \nThe County Conservation Director’s Association (CCDA) is the primary group to educate\, network\, and serve as a unified legislative voice for County Conservation Directors across the state of Iowa. Zach Hall\, the current CCDA President and Warren County Conservation Director\, will present on recent policies and their impact on our conservation industry. \n  \nPro Series is a program designed for adults who want to engage in meaningful\, in-depth conversations about conservation. Each session explores pressing environmental issues\, current research\, and practical ways we can protect and restore natural habitats. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas\, ask questions\, and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about conservation. \nRegistration will open one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/pro-series-county-conservation-legislative-priorities/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTSTAMP:20251203T183554Z
CREATED:20251202T163155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T183554Z
UID:10000214-1773165600-1773169200@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Skulls
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discovery of skulls! Animal skulls can tell us so much about how that animal lived\, what it ate\, if it was a predator or prey\, and how the animal saw (or smelled or heard) the world! You can also tell animals apart by their skulls. Can you use clues to find out which skull belongs to which animal? Let’s put your detective skills to the test! \nRegistration will open one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/skulls/
LOCATION:Indianola Activity Center\, 2204 W 2nd Ave\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T110000
DTSTAMP:20251205T180043Z
CREATED:20251205T180043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T180043Z
UID:10000225-1773136800-1773140400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Wednesday: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to grab your binoculars & field guides and head out on the trail to find some birds! During this program\, you will learn how to use binoculars properly so that you can get the best look at our flighted friends. Get some tips and tricks along the way to not only identify the birds by what they look like\, but by what they sound like\, too! \n  \nRegistration opens one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/homeschool-wednesday-birds/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T193000
DTSTAMP:20260219T233450Z
CREATED:20251202T165622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T233450Z
UID:10000218-1771957800-1771961400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:*Rescheduled* Owl Prowl @ Swamp White Oak
DESCRIPTION:Come meet a WCCB naturalist and enhance your knowledge about the Owls of Iowa. Gain the skill to recognize different owl vocalizations and take a stroll along the trail to catch a glimpse of the owls residing in the park. February offers an excellent opportunity to engage with owls\, so remember to dress warmly for the chilly winter weather. \nRegistration opens one month before the event.
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/owl-prowl-swamp-white-oak-2/
LOCATION:Swamp White Oak\, 5957 Elk Horn ST\, Norwalk\, 50211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Outdoor Recreation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260206T213425Z
CREATED:20251202T165916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T213425Z
UID:10000219-1771668000-1771673400@www.warrenccb.org
SUMMARY:*Rescheduled* Hidden Heart Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Bring your thinking caps for this hidden heart-hunt adventure. We’re going to put your puzzle-solving skills to the test with a scavenger hunt. Your job will be to find 10 hearts both inside and outside the nature center. You will be given clues to find each of the hearts. Each clue will be about a living thing. You will need to figure out what living thing that is and where it is. At each heart there will be one piece you will need to pick up and take with you for a craft. Are you up for the challenge? This program is great for the whole family\, the targeted age range will be 7 to 10-year-olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \n 
URL:https://www.warrenccb.org/event/hidden-heart-hunt-2/
LOCATION:Annett Nature Center\, 15565 118th Avenue\, Indianola\, IA\, 50125\, United States
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