Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Join us at the Annett Nature Center for an Earth Day celebration. Discover how you can positively impact our beautiful planet, make and take sustainable crafts, and enjoy our exhibits and trails!
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Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States
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Pop Up Evening Prairie Burn
FeaturedAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States*PROGRAM UPDATE* The weather is still deciding what it wants to do. We may have the evening burn tomorrow night (Wednesday 4/23 at 7:30pm at the Annett Nature Center) but we aren't sure about conditions just yet. We will post a final update tomorrow at noon! *POP UP PROGRAM ALERT!* 🔥 We are going […]
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Geocaching 101
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesLooking 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! Join a Warren County Conservation Board Naturalist for a beginner course to learn about geocaching and how to use […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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*Canceled* Homeschool Wednesday: FISHING
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesGet ready to cast your line and dive into the world of fishing! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, this program will teach you everything you need to know about fishing! Learn how to tie knots, how to take a fish off the hook, cast, and how to take a fish off the […]
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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Wild Outdoor Women – 2025
FeaturedAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesWhat is a Wild Outdoor Women Workshop? Would 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 […]
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StoryWalk
Lundy Acres 7226 115th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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. […]
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*CANCELED* Kids Fish Day
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesHave 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 […]
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International Mud Day – Date Changed to 6/19/25
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**Mud Day has been Postponed to Thursday June 19, 2025 due to the strong thunderstorms forecasted for 5/6pm tonight.** Did you know there is a National Mud Day? It takes place annually in June! Come out and help us celebrate National Mud Day with an invitation to get muddy and enjoy exploring mud with your […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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StoryWalk
Otter Creek 14400 Quebec Street, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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. […]
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Prairie Walk at Eckoff Nature Preserve
FeaturedEckoff Nature Preserve 2495 Pierce St, St. Charles, IA, United StatesJoin us for a guided Prairie Walk through Warren County Conservation's new public property! The walk will be led by local conservation professionals and will include an intimate introduction to the property by Ron Eckoff, a family member who helped donate the property. Eckoff Nature Preserve boasts remnant prairie and oak savanna along a two […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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StoryWalk
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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. […]
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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Summer Saturday Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States**This first Summer Saturday Hours are changed to 10-1pm! Saturday, May 24th 2025! Summer Saturday Hours This summer, we’re excited to announce that the Annett Nature Center will be open to the public on 6 special Saturdays from 1-4pm! Stop by to explore the exhibits, enjoy the trails, and experience all the beauty nature has to […]
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Iowa Trail Run Series
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesWe’re back for another round at Warren County Parks’ Annett Nature Center for a beautiful fall run on Sunday morning. Race, relax, and enjoy the beautiful October colors through the gravel paths, dirt trails, and prairie grass. $3 from every registration goes to the Friends of Warren County Parks who help keep ANC, and the […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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Homeschool Wednesday: MONARCH TAGGING
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesDiscover 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.Bring a […]
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Monarch Tagging @ Middleswart Lodge *TIME & LOCATION CHANGE*
Middleswart Lodge 15875 118th Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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Monarch Tagging @ Buxton Park
Buxton 705 N Buxton St, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: LIZARDS OF IOWA
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesDid you know that there are lizards in Iowa? Well, SURPRISE! Iowa is home to 5 different species of Lizards. In this program, you'll discover the incredible diversity of lizard species, and even get an up-close look at a real lizard. Learn about their unique adaptations, from their amazing camouflage skills to their ability to […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration is required!
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Halloween Hike: How to Meet Your Dragon
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesHead on out to the Annett Nature Center for our annual Halloween Hike. This non-scary hike is educational and fun for the whole family. You will be guided along the trail to meet different characters. After the hike you can make a craft and enjoy some treats. The cost is $5 per person and those […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: HABITATS
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesPut your detective skills to the test in this hands-on program! During this program, you'll use clues and critical thinking to identify different habitats, from dense forests to wide-open prairies. Solve the puzzle by learning about the plants, animals, and unique features that make each habitat special. Can you tell apart a forest from a […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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*Canceled* Candy Cane Hike
Middleswart Lodge 15875 118th Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesWe are working on rescheduling this event. Stay tuned. Tis the season to bust out your favorite ugly sweater and candy cane stripes!Come hike the trails at the Middleswart Lodge to find the candy canes hidden along the trail. Do you have the eyes to find them all? If so, enter your guess in […]
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*Canceled* Fall Nature Market
Middleswart Lodge 15875 118th Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesWe are working on rescheduling this event. Stay tuned. Warren County Conservation Board is hosting our second local nature and craft related vendor fair. We want to support local merchants in our beautiful park setting. Vendors will have all sorts of items to get you ready for the upcoming holiday season. *Vendor Fees will […]
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Extended Hours
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
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Animals In Winter
Indianola Activity Center 2204 W 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesIt's time to gear up for winter! How do you prepare? Coats, gloves, maybe a warm hat? Great choices! But what about the wildlife around us? They don't have coats or gloves, so they have to find other ways to keep warm during this cold season. Join us to discover the incredible ways Iowa's animals adapt and […]
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*CANCELED* Winter Birding
Woodland Mounds State Reserve 19587, Kirkwood St, Milo, IA, United StatesCalling all beginners to experienced birders! This is your chance to get out and see (or hear) what birds are out and about. Winter birding allows us to experience the quiet of the forest while listening and looking for our flighted friends. No binoculars? No problem. We will provide binoculars and guidebooks, along with some […]
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*CANCELED* Homeschool Wednesday: Fire starting
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesLearn how to start a fire yourself! This hands-on program introduces participants to fire safety, fire-building basics, and how people have used fire for warmth, cooking, and survival. Perfect for all ages with guidance from a naturalist. Registration opens one month before the program.
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Owl Prowl
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: Animal Tracks & Sign
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesWinter is a great time for searching for animal tracks & signs. Especially after it has snowed, a fresh dusting of snow provides the perfect place for a story to be told. What? Where? Who? These are the questions we will ponder as we search for signs. The question is, can you use your detective […]
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Raptors Of Iowa
Indianola Activity Center 2204 W 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesTake flight for an educational and interactive program with a Warren County Naturalist that will leave you with an appreciation for our powerful predators. From our smallest raptor to our largest and everyone in between, prepare to be captivated by Iowa's raptors. Whether you are a birdwatcher or curious about raptors, there is something to […]
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*Rescheduled* Hidden Heart Hunt
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesBring 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 […]
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*Rescheduled* Owl Prowl @ Swamp White Oak
Swamp White Oak 5957 Elk Horn ST, Norwalk, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: Birds
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesGet 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 […]
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Skulls
Indianola Activity Center 2204 W 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Pro Series: County Conservation Legislative Priorities
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesLearning about conservation policies is a vital process to understanding the available resources to aid natural resource protection. The 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 […]
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Rain Barrel Make & Take (Morning)
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Rain Barrel Make & Take (Afternoon)
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Geocaching Macroinvertebrate Adventure
Warren CountyWhat 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 […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: Earth Day
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesHappy Earth Day! This 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. Registration opens […]
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Canceled- Spring Birding
Bank Swallow Bend 12565 168th Avenue, Ackworth, IA, United StatesCalling 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! No binoculars? No problem. We will […]
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Pro Series: Prescribed Fire
Featured Pro SeriesAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesDiscover 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. In this presentation, you’ll […]
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CANCELED Geocaching 101
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED Looking 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! Join a Warren County Conservation Board Naturalist for a beginner course to learn about […]
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Pro Series: Pollinator Push
Featured Pro SeriesAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesThis 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 […]
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Wild Outdoor Women
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesWhat is a Wild Outdoor Women Workshop? Would 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 […]
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StoryWalk
Otter Creek 14400 Quebec Street, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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. […]
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Kids Fish Day
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesHave 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 […]
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International Mud Day
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesDid you know there is a National Mud Day? It takes place annually in June! Come 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 […]
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StoryWalk®
Lundy Acres 7226 115th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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 […]
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StoryWalk®
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesStoryWalk® 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 […]
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*CANCELLED* Summer Birding
Eckoff Nature Preserve 2495 Pierce St, St. Charles, IA, United StatesCalling 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!
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Monarch Tagging- Otter Creek
Otter Creek 14400 Quebec Street, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Homeschool Wednesday: Monarch Tagging
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Monarch Tagging- Buxton Park
Buxton 705 N Buxton St, Indianola, IA, United StatesCome 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 […]
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WCCB Tree & Shrub Sale
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesFriday, Sept 25: 2-6pmSaturday, Sept 26: 9am-Noon**While Supplies Last ** Add 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 […]
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WCCB Tree & Shrub Sale
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesFriday, Sept 25: 2-6pmSaturday, Sept 26: 9am-Noon**While Supplies Last ** Add 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 […]
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Pro Series: Habitat Management
Featured Pro SeriesAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesHealthy 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.
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Pancakes and Playscape; Introductory Open House
FeaturedAnnett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesJoin Warren County Conservation for a morning of pancakes and an exciting look at the future of outdoor play in Warren County! Enjoy 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 […]
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Fall Birding Hike
Otter Creek 14400 Quebec Street, Indianola, IA, United StatesJoin 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. Don't have binoculars? No problem! Binoculars and identification books will be provided.
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Homeschool Wednesday: Arachnology
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesFor 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 […]
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Warren County Conservation Board Meeting
Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United StatesJoin 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.
