Calendar
Events for June 2023
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
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June 1, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Thursday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 12:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors10:00 am
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Turtles
Montezuma, IAJune 2, 2023
10:00 am
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule.
On June 2nd we'll be talking about the different turtles who call Iowa home! We'll read a story, meet some live turtles, and see if we can spot any turtles in the lake!
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
1:00 pm
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Turtles
Montezuma, IAJune 2, 2023
1:00 pm
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule.
On June 2nd we'll be talking about the different turtles who call Iowa home! We'll read a story, meet some live turtles, and see if we can spot any turtles in the lake!
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
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June 5, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Monday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors5:00 pm to 6:45pm
Diamond Lake Park - Boat Ramp
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Kayaking at Diamond Lake
Montezuma, IAJune 5, 2023
5:00 pm · 6:45pm
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Meet at the Diamond Lake Boat Ramp. Beginners welcome! All sessions start with a quick lesson. Kayaks and life jackets are provided.. These events will be held regularly throughout the summer, and are a great time to do something as a family, meet up with an old friend, or make new friends!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
7:00 pm to 8:45pm
Diamond Lake Park - Boat Ramp
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Kayaking at Diamond Lake
Montezuma, IAJune 5, 2023
7:00 pm · 8:45pm
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Meet at the Diamond Lake Boat Ramp. Beginners welcome! All sessions start with a quick lesson. Kayaks and life jackets are provided.. These events will be held regularly throughout the summer, and are a great time to do something as a family, meet up with an old friend, or make new friends!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
5:00 pm to 6:30pm
Hawthorne Lake WMA (Barnes City) about a quarter of a mile north of the east boat ramp on Victoria Ave
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Prairie Remnant Hike at Hawthorne Lake
Call Amy for further directions if needed!Barnes City, IA
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June 7, 2023
5:00 pm · 6:30pm
Hawthorne Lake is bordered by a small section of remnant prairie. Remnants are prairies that have never been plowed, and have been growing undisturbed since before Iowa became a state. Although Iowa was once about 80% prairie less than 1% of our remnant prairies remain, so hiking in one is a great way to connect to our state history while seeing many different flowers, and a beautiful view of Hawthorn Lake!
This event will involve hiking over rough ground through unmowed vegetation, so do wear long pants and closed toed shoes!
Call Amy at 319-213-5607 if you need more specific directions for where to park!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
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June 8, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Thursday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 12:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
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June 12, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Monday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors9:00 am to 10:45am
Hawthorne Lake WMA (Barnes City) West Boat Ramp (Urbana Ave)
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Kayaking at Hawthorne Lake
Barnes City, IAJune 14, 2023
9:00 am · 10:45am
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Come put your kayaking skill to use on a larger lake! We'll explore the lake at the DNR's Hawthorne Lake Wildlife Management Area, just 15 minutes southeast of Diamond Lake in Barnes City. We'll meet at the west boat ramp. Amy can help give you directions when you call to RSVP.
Because Hawthorne Lake is a little bigger we ask that attendees have kayaked with Amy before at Diamond Lake prior to kayaking at Hawthorne
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
9:00 am to 10:45am
Hawthorne Lake WMA (Barnes City) West Boat Ramp (Urbana Ave)
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Kayaking at Hawthorne Lake
Barnes City, IAJune 14, 2023
9:00 am · 10:45am
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Come put your kayaking skill to use on a larger lake! We'll explore the lake at the DNR's Hawthorne Lake Wildlife Management Area, just 15 minutes southeast of Diamond Lake in Barnes City. We'll meet at the west boat ramp. Amy can help give you directions when you call to RSVP.
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
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June 15, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Thursday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 12:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors10:00 am
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Fishing
Montezuma, IAJune 16, 2023
10:00 am
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. Feel free to bring a picnic to eat in the shelter before or after your program!
On June 16th we'll be fishing! We'll talk about what fish we might find in Diamond Lake, and will have a few other educational activities set up in the shelter. We will provide fishing poles (big and little), bait, and tackle, and be on hand to assist as you reel in a big one! Grown up are welcome to fish as well, but they should have a fishing license!
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated, especially so we can plan for equipment!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
1:00 pm
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Fishing
Montezuma, IAJune 16, 2023
1:00 pm
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. Feel free to bring a picnic to eat in the shelter before or after your program!
On June 16th we'll be fishing! We'll talk about what fish we might find in Diamond Lake, and will have a few other educational activities set up in the shelter. We will provide fishing poles (big and little), bait, and tackle, and be on hand to assist as you reel in a big one! Grown up are welcome to fish as well, but they should have a fishing license!
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated, especially so we can plan for equipment!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
Map to Event
June 19, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Monday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors5:00 pm to 6:45pm
Diamond Lake Park - Boat Ramp
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Kayaking at Diamond Lake
Montezuma, IAJune 19, 2023
5:00 pm · 6:45pm
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Meet at the Diamond Lake Boat Ramp. Beginners welcome! All sessions start with a quick lesson. Kayaks and life jackets are provided.. These events will be held regularly throughout the summer, and are a great time to do something as a family, meet up with an old friend, or make new friends!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
7:00 pm to 8:45pm
Diamond Lake Park - Boat Ramp
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Kayaking at Diamond Lake
Montezuma, IAJune 19, 2023
7:00 pm · 8:45pm
RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.
Meet at the Diamond Lake Boat Ramp. Beginners welcome! All sessions start with a quick lesson. Kayaks and life jackets are provided.. These events will be held regularly throughout the summer, and are a great time to do something as a family, meet up with an old friend, or make new friends!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
Montezuma Square
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Archery Trailer at Montezuma Booster Bash
Montezuma, IAJune 22, 2023
Kids (6 and up) and adults are welcome to give archery a try during the Monte June Booster Bash. The archery trailer is a mobile, enclosed archery range. We have youth and small adult sized bows available for folks to try out. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers or folks picking up a bow for the very first time!
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
Posted by: Conservation
6:30 am to 2:45pm
Diamond Lake Park- Foster Center
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Building Better Birders
Montezuma, IAJune 22, 2023
6:30 am · 2:45pm
Join us for the second of three Building Better Birders Workshops to be held in Poweshiek County in 2023. A full schedule for Poweshiek (and other Iowa counties) is available at www.buildingbetterbirders.com
In June we will be focusing on Iowa's grassland birds! Here's the schedule for the day Come for as much or as little as you can!
6:15-6:30am - Arrive at the Foster Center and grab a cup of coffee and a muffin and use the restroom.
6:35 - 7:00 - Carpool or Caravan over to Hawthorne Lake WMA (about 15 minutes SE of Diamond Lake).
7:00 - 10:00 - Hike through the prairies around Hawthorne Lake to see what birds we see and hear, Binoculars and a birding checklist will be provided for the hike. The hike will be through a prairie, and along a lakeshore, so hiking boots and long pants are recommended, however it will not be strenuous, we'll be moving slowly and enjoying the morning!
10:00 - 10:45 - Drive back to Diamond Lake, restroom/snack break
10:45 - 12:15 - presentation on the grassland breeding birds of Iowa at Diamond Lake's Foster Center.
12:15-1:15 - Lunch break. Bring a picnic to eat on the deck overlooking the lake, or go into Montezuma to grab lunch.
1:15 - 2:45 Kelly McKay will talk about his experiencing traveling internationally to see birds.
Funding for this workshop was provided by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP). This workshop will be conducted by Kelly McKay (BioEco Research and Monitoring Center), with assistance from Mark Robberts (Clinton County Conservation), Brian Ritter and James Wiebler (Nahant Marsh Ed. Center.
For More InformationContact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
Map to Event
June 22, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Thursday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 12:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
Map to Event
June 26, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Monday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors8:30 am
Poweshiek County Courthouse
Board of Supervisors Meeting
302 E Main StMontezuma, IA
Map to Event
June 29, 2023
8:30 am
The Board of Supervisors meets every Thursday morning, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held in the board room on the main floor of the Courthouse, south annex.
Items to be placed on the Board's agenda should be submitted to the Auditor's office by 12:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
Posted by: Board of Supervisors10:00 am
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Eagles
Montezuma, IAJune 30, 2023
10:00 am
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. Feel free to bring a picnic to eat in the shelter before or after your program!
On June 30th we'll be getting ready for the 4th of July by talking about eagles! When and where can we see them? How big are their nests? What adaptations do they have? Besides the bald eagle what other kinds of eagles are there?
We'll also get a chance to look at taxidermy from a golden eagle and hear the story of how it came to "live" at Diamond Lake.
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
1:00 pm
Diamond Lake Park- 2nd shelter
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Summer Nature Explorers - Eagles
Montezuma, IAJune 30, 2023
1:00 pm
Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Friday in June and July at the 2nd shelter in Diamond Lake Park (on the NW side of the lake). The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. Feel free to bring a picnic to eat in the shelter before or after your program!
On June 30th we'll be getting ready for the 4th of July by talking about eagles! When and where can we see them? How big are their nests? What adaptations do they have? Besides the bald eagle what other kinds of eagles are there?
We'll also get a chance to look at taxidermy from a golden eagle and hear the story of how it came to "live" at Diamond Lake.
RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!
For More Information
Contact: Amy Andrews
(319) 213-5607
aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation