Public Programming

Calling all nature enthusiasts and trivia buffs! Join us for an exciting evening of nature-themed trivia! Whether you're a solo adventurer or part of a team, this event is perfect […]

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

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

Bring your bicycle or walking shoes and join us for a celebration of the 50th anniversary since the Sac and Fox was designated Iowa's First National Recreation Trail. We'll walk […]

Spend your Arbor Day honoring and being inspired by the legacy of Aldo Leopold. While Aldo Leopold's impact on the conservation movement is broad and deep, he is mostly known […]

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

Take your practice to the prairie as some of Cedar Rapids’ best instructors teach a different style of yoga or Pilates each week to keep you on your toes! Bring […]

Campers must have completed the grade listed All sessions are drop off only Dinner is provided Camp Description: Join us for a “campout” at the nature center! We’ll start the […]

This preschool camp experience is for all children ages 4-5. Campers must be potty independent and able to use restroom with adult assistance Open to all children, including BOTH students […]