Upcoming Programs
Dino Day
Saturday, July 28
9-Noon
Learn about prehistoric northeast Iowa. The event will include a fossil dig for kids, dino displays and other educational activities. A great family event with dino-themed treats!
Tom Sawyer Adventure Day
July 30
The Driftless Area Wetlands Centre is pairing with Maiden Voyage Tours to host a hands-on adventure for youth on the Mississippi River where we will explore the river, search for wildlife and learn about river history. Learn about steam boating days, commercial fishing, clamming, and get out and explore! Lunch will include a hot dog cookout on a sandbar.
All ages welcome, but one chaperone is required per 4 youth. Cost is $23.00 per person. Register by calling the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre at (563) 873-3537 or by e-mail at driftlessareawetlandcentreia@gmail.com.
Climate Change 101: Science & Solutions
Tuesday, July 31
6:30pm
Join us for a program on the science of climate change, including discussion about the ways that we can mitigate, lessen, and maybe even solve some of the results of changes to the climate. Scott Boylen will be sharing information that he learned at the Summer Institute for Climate Change Education at Saint John’s University in Minnesota. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Wetland Explorers: Nature Tots
Wednesday, August 1
11-Noon for Preschool Ages 2-5
Looking for a fun hands-on activity to do with your preschooler? Join us as we explore nature through indoor and outdoor activities.
Saturday, July 28
9-Noon
Learn about prehistoric northeast Iowa. The event will include a fossil dig for kids, dino displays and other educational activities. A great family event with dino-themed treats!
Tom Sawyer Adventure Day
July 30
The Driftless Area Wetlands Centre is pairing with Maiden Voyage Tours to host a hands-on adventure for youth on the Mississippi River where we will explore the river, search for wildlife and learn about river history. Learn about steam boating days, commercial fishing, clamming, and get out and explore! Lunch will include a hot dog cookout on a sandbar.
All ages welcome, but one chaperone is required per 4 youth. Cost is $23.00 per person. Register by calling the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre at (563) 873-3537 or by e-mail at driftlessareawetlandcentreia@gmail.com.
Climate Change 101: Science & Solutions
Tuesday, July 31
6:30pm
Join us for a program on the science of climate change, including discussion about the ways that we can mitigate, lessen, and maybe even solve some of the results of changes to the climate. Scott Boylen will be sharing information that he learned at the Summer Institute for Climate Change Education at Saint John’s University in Minnesota. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Wetland Explorers: Nature Tots
Wednesday, August 1
11-Noon for Preschool Ages 2-5
Looking for a fun hands-on activity to do with your preschooler? Join us as we explore nature through indoor and outdoor activities.