2025 Beekeeping Series (Registration Closes)

Join us for Iowa’s premier beekeeping class! This eight-session, year-long series is designed for individuals serious about keeping bees. It will take the participant through the annual cycle of beekeeping from establishing a hive to harvesting and marketing the honey produced. You will gain valuable hands-on experience by working in the Etzel Sugar Grove Farm...

Girl Scout Brownies: Hiker

Explore the Nature Center’s trails with an expert hiker to learn to read a map, interpret trail signs, leave no trace and learn what to take on a hike. Make your own snack and enjoy a day in nature! This completes most of the Hiker badge. Fees: $10 per scout, Scout leaders free (limit 2...

Creekside Forest School Open House

Join Director of Education, Marcy Fratzke, for a look at Creekside Forest School. Prospective families, interested community members, current or pre-service educators are welcome to attend. Register

Tiny Toes Yoga Series Class #6

Children ages 6-9 years old are welcome to attend this fun series as we move, stretch, breath, focus, and relax while building both physical and mental health skills. Each of the ten scheduled classes begins with a positive theme, followed by postures and techniques to practice that will lead to a 45 minute yoga class...

Preschool Trail Trekkers: Feathered Friends

Explore the fascinating world of our feathered friends and go bird watching with a naturalist. Take a peek at our collection of bird nests and colorful feathers while you learn about their songs, characteristics and habitats. For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Fees: $5 preschooler (ages 3-5), free for ages 2 and under,...

Preschool Trail Trekkers: Feathered Friends

Explore the fascinating world of our feathered friends and go bird watching with a naturalist. Take a peek at our collection of bird nests and colorful feathers while you learn about their songs, characteristics and habitats. For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Fees: $5 preschooler (ages 3-5), free for ages 2 and under,...

Tiny Toes Yoga Series Class #7

Children ages 6-9 years old are welcome to attend this fun series as we move, stretch, breath, focus, and relax while building both physical and mental health skills. Each of the ten scheduled classes begins with a positive theme, followed by postures and techniques to practice that will lead to a 45 minute yoga class...