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| CREEKSIDE CONCERT-IOWA VANGUARD JAZZ COLLECTIVE-7:30 PM - Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic basket with your favorite snacks and beverages and join us on the lawn for an evening of traditional and original jazz selections performed by Iowa Vanguard Jazz Collective. Tickets are $5/M, $8/NM, $1 Children 5-12. Gates open at 7pm. Call 362-0664 for more information. Program moved inside to auditorium in case of inclement weather |
| PUBLIC PROGRAM-REAL (Retired Engaged Adult Learners) WALK: Ponds Brimming with Life-9:30 AM-MEMBER:$3-NONMEMBER:$4-Stroll along the paths and docks of our Lynch Wetland to discover the many amazing and diverse creatures that live in and on the water. Try your hand with a dip net and see what you can catch! In case of inclement weather, program will be held indoors. This class is for those individuals who are 50 years and better! Call 362-0664 to register. |
| PUBLIC PROGRAM-FIREFLY WALK-8:00pm -$3/Member,$4/Non-Member,$1/Child--Join us for a magical evening walk along the prairie trails to witness fireflies' dancing lights. Learn about the different colors and signal patters of this amazing insect that is so much a part of our Midwestern childhood memories. Call 362-0664 to register. |
| PRESCHOOL PROGRAM-POLLIWOGS AND PARENTS:ABCs OF SUMMER(for children aged 3-6)-10AM-11AM --MEMBER CHILD:$4; NONMEMBER CHILD:$5; ADULT: FREE --Summer has just begun...what shall we do for fun? Let us introduce you to the wonders of nature through exciting alphabet activities. Go on a hike to explore the ABCs of the great outdoors. Call 362-0664 to register. |
| SUMMER NATURE CAMP PRESCHOOL PROGRAM-POLLIWOGS AND PARENTS:ABCs OF SUMMER(for children aged 3-6)-(two sessions)9AM-10AM or 11AM-12N--MEMBER:$4; NONMEMBER:$5; SERIES:MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Summer has just begun...what shall we do for fun? Let us introduce you to the wonders of nature through exciting alphabet activities. Go on a hike to explore the ABCs of the great outdoors. (Program repeated on June 15th). Call 362-0664 to register. Each session limited to 14 children. |
SUMMER NATURE CAMP PRESCHOOL PROGRAM-POLLIWOGS AND PARENTS:ABCs OF SUMMER(for children aged 3-6)-9AM-10AM-MEMBER:$4; NONMEMBER:$5; SERIES:MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Summer has just begun...what shall we do for fun? Let us introduce you to the wonders of nature through exciting alphabet activities. Go on a hike to explore the ABCs of the great outdoors. (Repeat of June 14th program). Call 362-0664 to register. Each session limited to 14 children.
SUMMER CAMP-NATURE CAMP: EARLY EXPLORERS(for campers entering 1st-3rd grades)--9AM-3PM--Choose either Session I:Tuesday, June 15-Friday, June 18 or Session II:Tuesday, July 13-Friday, July 16. MEMBER:$80; NONMEMBER:$100--This camp is filled with earthy hands-on experiences. Daily themes include: Zany Zoology. Fur, scales or feathers adorn Iowa's living creatures. Discover who live sin our wild areas and how they "make a living." Going Green Become a botanist and explore the world of grasses, flowers and trees. Water, Fins and Gills. Dip a net into the wetland to catch a sample of amazing aquatic creatures and learn all about their special adaptations. Creature Feature. Discover the world of multi-legged insects, spiders and arthropods that live in every nook and cranny. Bring a sack lunch. CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER. |
PUBLIC PROGRAM-YOUTH VOLUNTEER DAY-9:00AM-3:00PM--FREE ICNC invites youth ages 11 and older to participate in a summer solstice day of volunteering to help restore Nature Center habitats with staff. Learn about conservation work and its importance. Registration required by noon on Friday, June 18th. Call 362-0664 to register.
PUBLIC PROGRAM-SUMMER SOLSTICE STROLL-7:00pm -$3/Member,$5/Non-Member,$1/Child--Celebrate the longest day of the year at the Nature Center. The evening will include nature readings and a guided walk to Old Henry, the Founders' Grove and Christiansen Prairie.Call 362-0664 to register. |
| SUMMER CAMP-YOUNG NATURALISTS: NATURE NUTS(for children entering 1st-2nd grades)--9AM-3PM--MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Find adventure in the prairie and woods as you discover the insect, bird and animal life of the Nature Center. Games, crafts, trail activities and hikes will fill your day with outdoor fun. Bring a sack lunch. (Program repeated on Wednesday, July 21st) CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER. |
| SUMMER CAMP-YOUNG NATURALISTS: CREEK STOMPERS(for children entering 1st-2nd grades)--9AM-3PM--MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Discover what lives in Indian Creek while exploring sandbars, riffles and quiet pools. Learn of the adaptations aquatic plants, insects, crawdads and fish have for underwater life. Bring a sack lunch. (Program repeated on June 25th) CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER. |
SUMMER CAMP-YOUNG NATURALISTS: CREEK STOMPERS(for children entering 1st-2nd grades)--9AM-3PM--MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Discover what lives in Indian Creek while exploring sandbars, riffles and quiet pools. Learn of the adaptations aquatic plants, insects, crawdads and fish have for underwater life. Bring a sack lunch. (Repeat of June 24th program) CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER.
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| PUBLIC PROGRAM-BUG ACADEMY-9:00am -$5/Member,$8/Non-Member--Join us to explore wetland areas of ICNC and learn about the rich diversity of aquatic invertebrates found near and in the water. Participants will view a short presentation/slide show illustrating and describing aquatic insects. Hike through beautiful, wet, shady areas and learn how to find and capture these creatures. Focused on ages 7 and up but will be interesting and educationalfor all ages. Wear boots and bring sunscreen! Call 362-0664 to register. |
SUMMER NATURE CAMP PRESCHOOL PROGRAM-POLLIWOGS AND PARENTS:GOING BUGGY(for children aged 3-6)-(two sessions)9AM-10AM or 11AM-12N--MEMBER:$4; NONMEMBER:$5; SERIES:MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Bugs are neat! Bugs are cool! Learn all about insects and their life cycles. Visit the prairie on a bug-seeking adventure. Make your own bug catcher to use all summer long. (Program repeated on June 29th). Call 362-0664 to register. Each session limited to 14 children.
SUMMER CAMP-MONDAY NIGHT MINI-CAMP: POND EXPLORATION(for children entering 1st-4th grades; parents may, but are not required to, attend with their children)--6PM-8PM--MEMBER:$5/CHILD, $3/PARENT; NONMEMBER:$8/CHILD, $4/PARENT--Learn about the frogs, aquatic insects, turtles and mammals who live in this watery home. See what you can catch with a net! CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER BY 4 PM ON THE FRIDAY BEFORE EACH CAMP. |
SUMMER NATURE CAMP PRESCHOOL PROGRAM-POLLIWOGS AND PARENTS:GOING BUGGY(for children aged 3-6)-9AM-10AM-MEMBER:$4; NONMEMBER:$5; SERIES:MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Bugs are neat! Bugs are cool! Learn all about insects and their life cycles. Visit the prairie on a bug-seeking adventure. Make your own bug catcher to use all summer long. (Repeat of June 28th program). Call 362-0664 to register. Each session limited to 14 children.
SUMMER CAMP-YOUNG NATURALISTS: WILD ART(for children entering 4th grade and up)--9AM-3PM--MEMBER:$20; NONMEMBER:$25--Enjoy making artwork centered on American Indiands. Work with a variety of natural materials to create wonderful take-home projects. Bring a sack lunch. CALL 362-0664 TO REGISTER. |
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