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Wednesday, January 1, 1000 to Saturday, July 19, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$15 per person
16+
Meander along the trails of the lovely Loess Hills as we observe, reflect, and practice spaciousness. Spring program themes include: Hope, Possibility, and the Ephemeral Nature of Everything
Wednesday, January 1, 1000 to Saturday, July 19, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$15 per person
16+
Meander along the trails of the lovely Loess Hills as we observe, reflect, and practice spaciousness. Spring program themes include: Hope, Possibility, and the Ephemeral Nature of Everything
Wednesday, January 1, 1000 to Saturday, July 19, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$15 per person
16+
Meander along the trails of the lovely Loess Hills as we observe, reflect, and practice spaciousness. Spring program themes include: Hope, Possibility, and the Ephemeral Nature of Everything
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
Free with $5/Vehicle Park Entry or Membership
16+
If you are looking to get in tune with your body, work up a sweat, and engage with the outdoors, then this is the club for you (especially if you have a big hike or camping trip coming up!).
Friday, April 25, 2025
6:00pm to 8:30pm
$30 through April 11th; $35 April 12th-24th; $40 on race day
All Ages
Get moving with the American Association of Zookeepers and Peak Performance during this spring race in the Loess Hills.
Friday, April 25, 2025
6:30pm to 8:00pm
$5
Ages 8+ (youth ages 8 and 9 must have accompanying registered adult)
We provide the guidance, bows, arrows, and targets, YOU provide the energy and enthusiasm!
Saturday, April 26, 2025
6:00am to 10:30pm
All Ages
Head to a Pottawattamie County park and explore the wonders of the great outdoors, no park entry fee required.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00am to 1:00pm
Free, no park entry fee required
All Ages
Celebrate Earth Day with Pottawattamie Conservation and join our park cleanup event at Crescent Hill at Hitchcock.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00am to 1:00pm
Free, no park entry fee required
All Ages
Celebrate Earth Day with Pottawattamie Conservation and join our park cleanup event at Hitchcock Nature Center.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$5; No cost for accompanying children ages 2 and under
All Ages
Join a naturalist for a morning of family-friendly birding.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:00am to 3:00pm
$40 per person
Ages 18+
Interested in backpacking but not sure where to start? Explore backcountry travel in this part-lecture, part-hands-on course sponsored by the Loess Hills Nordic Ski Patrol.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
1:00pm to 2:30pm
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Thursday, May 15, 2025 to Thursday, May 15, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with membership or $5 park entry permit
16+
Reviving the art of natured-focused storytelling.
Saturday, May 17, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, May 17, 2025 to Saturday, May 17, 2025
2:00pm to 3:30pm
$5.00 per person
All Ages
Come learn about the delicious delicacies the late spring forest has to offer.
Friday, May 23, 2025
12:00pm to 4:00pm
$5 per person
All Ages
The Prairie States Mushroom Club is here to help us learn all about wild mushrooms!
Friday, May 23, 2025
7:00pm to 8:00pm
$5.00 per person
All Ages
Focus on fungi photography with the Prairie States Mushroom Club!
Friday, May 30, 2025 to Sunday, June 1, 2025
5:00pm
Free
All Ages
A free, family-friendly weekend of hands-on learning, activities, and sessions with conservation partners to explore and experience the Loess Hills.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 to Thursday, June 5, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 1st and 2nd Grade
Venture into the wild during this immersive camp experience packed full of outdoor fun like fort building, water exploration, hiking, outdoor games, nature crafts, & more!
Saturday, June 7, 2025
8:30am to 12:00pm
Free, no park entry fee required
Ages 12+
Grab a shovel and work up a sweat with the Loess Hills Nordic Ski Patrol doing trail work and maintenance on National Trails Day!
Saturday, June 7, 2025
11:30am to 3:00pm
Free, no park entry fee required
Ages 12+
Grab a shovel and work up a sweat with the Loess Hills Nordic Ski Patrol doing trail work and maintenance on National Trails Day!
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 to Thursday, June 12, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 1st and 2nd Grade
Venture into the wild during this immersive camp experience packed full of outdoor fun like fort building, water exploration, hiking, outdoor games, nature crafts, & more!
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 to Thursday, June 12, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 3rd and 4th Grade
Campers will engage in epic adventures exploring Iowa’s wild side and unlock newfound talents through hands-on experiences like archery, primitive fire starting, orienteering, nature crafting, and more!
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 to Thursday, June 19, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 5th and 6th Grade
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the wild, learning about the untamed wonders of the great outdoors while honing skills in archery, primitive fire building, orienteering, whittling, and more!
Saturday, June 21, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 to Thursday, June 26, 2025
8:00am
$100
Entering 7th, 8th and 9th Grade
Older students are beckoned to answer the call of the wild and take their outdoor skills to the next level during this three-day outdoor adventure which includes a canoe trip on the West Nishnabotna River Water Trail (water level dependent) & an overnight campout at Botna Bend Park.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 to Thursday, July 10, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 3rd and 4th Grade
Campers will engage in epic adventures exploring Iowa’s wild side and unlock newfound talents through hands-on experiences like archery, primitive fire starting, orienteering, nature crafting, and more!
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 to Thursday, July 10, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 5th and 6th Grade
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the wild, learning about the untamed wonders of the great outdoors while honing skills in archery, primitive fire building, orienteering, whittling, and more!
Saturday, July 12, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 to Thursday, July 17, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 3rd and 4th Grade
Engage in epic adventures exploring Iowa’s wild side and unlock newfound talents through hands-on experiences like archery, primitive fire starting, orienteering, nature crafting, and more!
Saturday, July 19, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$15 per person
16+
Meander along the trails of the lovely Loess Hills as we observe, reflect, and practice spaciousness. Summer program themes include: Feeling Discomfort and Flourishing Anyway.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 to Thursday, July 24, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 1st and 2nd Grade
Venture into the wild during this immersive camp experience packed full of outdoor fun like fort building, water exploration, hiking, outdoor games, nature crafts, & more!
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 to Thursday, July 24, 2025
8:00am to 1:00pm
$75
Entering 5th and 6th Grade
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the wild, learning about the untamed wonders of the great outdoors while honing skills in archery, primitive fire building, orienteering, whittling, and more!
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 to Thursday, July 31, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$30
Ages 3 to 5
Designed for children ages 3 to 5, these morning camp sessions will introduce your child to the wonders of the great outdoors.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 to Thursday, July 31, 2025
1:00pm to 3:00pm
$30
Ages 3 to 5
Designed for children ages 3 to 5, these afternoon camp sessions will introduce your child to the wonders of the great outdoors.
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00am to 12:00pm
$10 per person
Ages 16+ please
Join Dustin Clayton at Hitchcock Nature Center and witness how life is ripening as the growing season approaches its apogee.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5:30pm to 8:30pm
$65 per class
18+
This hands-on series is designed for landowners, natural resource professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge of managing Iowa’s unique ecosystems. Hosted through Iowa Western Community College.
Saturday, August 9, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with membership or $5 park entry permit
16+
Reviving the art of natured-focused storytelling.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
2:00pm to 3:30pm
$5.00 per person
All Ages
Saturday, October 18, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
2:00pm to 4:00pm
$10.00
Ages 16+
Join naturalist and student of folklore Dustin Clayton for a hike through the Halloween forest.
Thursday, October 30, 2025 to Thursday, October 30, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with membership or $5 park entry permit
16+
Reviving the art of natured-focused storytelling.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Thursday, December 18, 2025 to Thursday, December 18, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with Park Admission
16+
Stories, poems, and songs shared in and about the natural world.
