Bundle up and step into a snowy adventure! Snowshoeing is a fun and easy way to explore trails, forests, and fields in the winter. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced snowshoer, we’ll provide the equipment and guidance you need. The success of this program relies on the amount of snowfall we receive during this […]
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 […]
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 […]
Winter 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 […]
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 […]
The 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. Pro Series is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Happy 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 […]
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 […]
