August 18 from 10-11 am Who’s Hibernating?: Many animals in Iowa hibernate, but it is less common than most think. Join our park naturalist and find out which of our local animals hibernate and which just become lazier. Ages 5-10 with adult
Pat Prevenas and Earl Brimeyer will be at the E.B. Lyons Nature Center to give us some expert advice on choosing the perfect canoe or kayak. There will be live demonstrations and boats on site for you to try out. If you have been wanting to get out on the water in your own personal […]
September 6 at 1pm Kayaking*: Want to learn to kayak? Come out to Catfish Creek and join a Naturalist on the water. Ages 12 & up, parent supervision required. All kayaking programs are first come, first served, and will be instructional.
September 7 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 on a variety of topics dealing with nature. Ages 2-4 with adult
The Medicine Band is a musical group performing their original rock opera "It Was a Beautiful Country." These are stories of Native America featuring the story of Sac warrior Black Hawk. Through 13 songs, (a 90 minute program) this group takes you on a trip over time, space, nature, and consequence. Free will offering will […]
The Medicine Band is a musical group performing their original rock opera "It Was a Beautiful Country." These are stories of Native America featuring the story of Sac warrior Black Hawk. Through 13 songs, (a 90 minute program) this group takes you on a trip over time, space, nature, and consequence. Free will offering will […]
NATUREFEST Naturefest will be held at the EB Lyons Interpretive Center on Sunday, September 13, 2015 12-4pm. Come to the event to explore the completed E. B. Lyons Expansion project at the Mines of Spain Recreation Area, Help us celebrate the Grand Opening of the new 52 acre expansion to the EB Lyons Center 8991 […]
The Mines of Spain is hosting the Pella Wildlife Group as they present an informational and exciting program on the historical importance of wolves in the state of Iowa. They will have a live wolf cub on hand to help demonstrate the magnificence of these animals. Join us September 20th at 1:00 PM in the […]
September 21 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 on a variety of topics dealing with nature. Ages 2-4 with adult
Canoeing September 26th, 2015 at 1:00 pm The public is welcome to join us on Catfish Creek for a free afternoon of canoeing for all ages. Meet at the Canoe launch Parking Area. This program is first come, first served, no reservations will be taken. Canoes, life-jackets, and paddles are provided.