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

Kayaking at Hawthorne Lake

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

Come put your kayaking skills 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. 

Hike - Prairie Remnants and Restoration

Pleasant Grove is a large property owned and stewarded by a group of community members from Grinnell. It's a great place to see native plants and wildlife just south and east of Barnes City. We'll talk with Sandy Moffett, one of the community members who was instrumental in preserving this special place, and hike in to see the flowers that are in bloom. As we walk we'll discuss how to protect and care for Iowa's ecosystems. 

We will hike about a half a mile into the prairie, and there will be an option to hike up to 2 miles, much of which will be on a mowed path, and we'll be going slowly. However, when we step off the path into the prairies there will be uneven terrain. Please wear long pants and closed-toed shoes or boots.

Call Amy at 319-213-5607 to RSVP at least 3 hours before the event. She will give you directions to our meeting place when you RSVP. 

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Tuesday at the Main Shelter at Diamond Lake Park.  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!

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org or text 319-213-5607.

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Tuesday at the Main Shelter at Diamond Lake Park.  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!

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org or text 319-213-5607.

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

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Tuesday at the Main Shelter at Diamond Lake Park.  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!

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org or text 319-213-5607.

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program for preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! We will meet every other Tuesday at the Main Shelter at Diamond Lake Park.  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!

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at aandrews@poweshiekcounty.org or text 319-213-5607.

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

Hunter Education Class

This class is the in-person component required for youth under 18. Prior to class students must complete the online component. Allow youth plenty of time to complete the online portion as some modules take several hours to complete.

Online signup is open now!

The requirements for 11-17-year-olds are listed under Option 2. Once you've read through the information sign up for the Diamond Lake class at the "events" link.

• Hunter Education Information - general info for Iowa Hunter Ed Requirements
• Sign up for the in person class at Diamond Lake here
• If you have questions about how to sign up call Amy at 319-213-5607
• Due to the timing of this class it is recommended that students bring a snack and drink with them, as it does run through dinnertime! 

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

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