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OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) - Using goats for brush management

Join us for a brand new program! This one is geared for adults. We'll have different conservation topic or guest speaker joining us in the Foster Center at Diamond Lake on the third Thursday of each month. Feel free to bring a lunch to enjoy on the viewing deck or in the Foster Center after the program. 

In May Adam Ledvina of Iowa Kiko Goats and Blue Collar Goatscaping will talk about using goats to combat brushy invasive species such as honeysuckle, autumn olive, and multiflora rose in natural areas. This talk is sure to be interesting whether you are a land manager or not! 

RSVPs are not required. 

Memorial Day - County Offices Closed

Kayaking at Diamond Lake

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 fall, and are a great time to do something as a family, meet up with an old friend, or make new friends!

Kayaking at Arbor Lake

RSVPs are required for kayaking. To RSVP, call Amy at 319-213-5607.

Meet at the north side of Arbor Lake. Beginners welcome! All sessions start with a quick lesson. Kayaks and life jackets are provided. Sessions will be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes and begin at 1 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4 pm . 

Summer Nature Explorers - Wiggly Worms

We'll meet up twice a month to talk about a seasonal nature topic, and hike, play a game, or do a craft. Lessons are designed for Pre-K through 5th grade, but learners of all ages (from baby siblings to grandparents!) are welcome. We'll meet at the main shelter throughout the summer. The same program is offered at 10 am and 1 pm so folks can choose the time that works best for their family.

For our first summer outing we'll be looking at worms! We will do a worm themed craft, read a book, and of course we'll invesitgate a few kinds of live worms!

Summer Nature Explorers - Wiggly Worms

We'll meet up twice a month to talk about a seasonal nature topic, and hike, play a game, or do a craft. Lessons are designed for Pre-K through 5th grade, but learners of all ages (from baby siblings to grandparents!) are welcome. We'll meet at the main shelter throughout the summer. The same program is offered at 10 am and 1 pm so folks can choose the time that works best for their family.

For our first summer outing we'll be looking at worms! We will do a worm themed craft, read a book, and of course we'll invesitgate a few kinds of live worms!