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December Public Programming: Fun in the Winter for the Whole Family!

Posted on 11/21/2018
by Michelle Biodrowski, Naturalist
Winter is a beautiful time in western Iowa! Come along with our Naturalist Michelle on a quick winter walk!

 

Snowy weather doesn't mean the fun stops at Hitchcock Nature Center & your county parks! Take advantage of winter snow & join us for some hiking, snowshoeing, & sledding this winter!  We have some great programming options coming up in December & January, click the links below for more details!

Bird Banding Demonstration

Saturday, December 1: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Hitchcock Nature Center
Join volunteers & get a "birds-eye view" of our feathered friends during this live bird banding demonstration. Read More!

A Pottawattamie County Almanac: December Session

Saturday, December 15: 8:00 a.m. to Noon
Hitchcock Nature Center
This new programming series is modeled on the work of Naturalist Aldo Leopold & combines music & art with science & hands on experience. Our December session will finish out our 2018 programming series with a discussion of animal behaviors in winter including information on winter bird feeding. Read More!

Nature on Tap

Saturday, December 15: 7:00 p.m.
Uncle Buck's Grill at Bass Pro Shop, Council Bluffs
Love nature? Love trivia? This is the event for you! Teams of 2 to 5 people take part in a nature trivia challenge as they compete for prizes from area breweries & wineries. Online pre-registration is required for this free event. Read More!

Holiday Open House

December 21 & 22: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 23: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Hitchcock Nature Center
Stop by some the Loess Hills Lodge for some winter fun during this three day event. Gift shop discounts, make & take crafts, indoor & outdoor activities & more will be available all three days. Saturday the 22nd we will also be offering a guided hike, indoor story time & a family movie. Read More! 

Winter Adaptations Hike

December 22: 10:00 a.m.
Hitchcock Nature Center
Join in the fun & learn more about animal adaptations that help them survive in Iowa's winter weather. This short guided hike is perfect for all ages of learners. Online pre-registration is appreciated. Read More!

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