July 3 from 1:30-2:30pm Animals Around Us: Come meet the animals that live at the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center. You will see Turtles, frogs, a Salamander, and Snakes.

July 6 10-10:45am Preschool Hour: Bring your little one out to E.B. Lyons nature Center for a fun, Educational program. Each session will feature a different theme and will focus […]

We need volunteers to help with the rebuilding of the wildlife blind. We will work on Friday and Saturday 9-4. We long pants, sturdy shoes and bring a cordless drill […]

July 10 at 1pm Canoeing: A free afternoon of relaxing discovery on Catfish Creek for all ages. Meet at the Canoe Launch Parking Area. This program is first come, first […]

We need volunteers to help with the rebuilding of the wildlife blind. We will work on Friday and Saturday 9-4. We long pants, sturdy shoes and bring a cordless drill […]

July 12 at 1pm Butterfly Count: Come and help us with our annual butterfly count in the park. Learn how to identify butterflies you may see here and then we […]

July 13 at 1pm Geology Hunters: Did you know Iowa was once under an ocean? Come out to Horseshoe Bluff and join us as we search for evidence of this underwater […]

July 14 from 10-11am Backyard Butterflies and Feeder Making: Do you know what kinds of butterflies could be living in your backyard? Find out what kinds you may spot and […]

July 16 from  1-3pm Fishing at Catfish: Enjoy an afternoon of fishing on Catfish Creek. Whether you are experienced or just beginning join the park naturalist to learn some tips and […]

Smart Survival: Could you survive in the wilderness? Learn basic outdoor survival techniques and test your skills in getting clean water, building a fire, constructing a shelter, and finding food. […]