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Saturday, July 26, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$10 per person
12 +
Want to express your creative side? Join us for watercolors and wildflowers!
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 to Thursday, July 31, 2025
9:00am to 11:00am
$30
Ages 3 to 5
Designed for children ages 3 to 5, these morning camp sessions will introduce your child to the wonders of the great outdoors.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 to Thursday, July 31, 2025
1:00pm to 3:00pm
$30
Ages 3 to 5
Designed for children ages 3 to 5, these afternoon camp sessions will introduce your child to the wonders of the great outdoors.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
6:00pm to 7:00pm
Free with $5/Vehicle Park Entry or Membership
18+
Welcome to Gentle Yoga with Katie Stratman. This event is for anyone who is interested in yoga, whether you are a beginner or experienced.
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00am to 12:00pm
$10 per person
Ages 16+ please
Join Dustin Clayton at Hitchcock Nature Center and witness how life is ripening as the growing season approaches its apogee.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5:30pm to 8:30pm
$65 per class
18+
This hands-on series is designed for landowners, natural resource professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge of managing Iowa’s unique ecosystems. Hosted through Iowa Western Community College.
Saturday, August 9, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
6:00pm to 7:00pm
Free with $5/Vehicle Park Entry or Membership
18+
Welcome to Gentle Yoga with Katie Stratman. This event is for anyone who is interested in yoga, whether you are a beginner or experienced.
Friday, August 15, 2025
6:00pm
Free with $5/Vehicle Park Entry or Membership
All Ages
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, binoculars, and telescopes to view nature's fireworks and other wonders in the night sky during the annual Perseids Meteor Shower.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
6:00pm to 7:00pm
Free with $5/Vehicle Park Entry or Membership
18+
Welcome to Gentle Yoga with Katie Stratman. This event is for anyone who is interested in yoga, whether you are a beginner or experienced.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
11:00am
$5
12 & up
Get a hands-on introduction to the basics of kayaking.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
2:00pm
$5
12 & up
Get a hands-on introduction to the basics of kayaking.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
1:00pm to 2:30pm
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Thursday, September 11, 2025
5:30pm to 8:30pm
$65.00
21 and over
Support public land and recreation opportunities in Pottawattamie County during the 22nd Annual Go Wild For Conservation fundraiser and auction.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with membership or $5 park entry permit
16+
Reviving the art of natured-focused storytelling.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
2:00pm to 3:30pm
$5.00 per person
All Ages
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
1:00pm to 2:30pm
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Saturday, October 18, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
2:00pm to 4:00pm
$10.00
Ages 16+
Join naturalist and student of folklore Dustin Clayton for a hike through the Halloween forest.
Thursday, October 30, 2025 to Thursday, October 30, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with membership or $5 park entry permit
16+
Reviving the art of natured-focused storytelling.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
1:00pm to 2:30pm
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
1:00pm to 2:30pm
$5 per child
Designed for Kindergarten through Early High School
Saturday, December 13, 2025
9:00am to 12:00pm
$15 per person
14+
Explore nature and philosophy during this immersive program inspired by the great conservationist Aldo Leopold. Perfect for anyone who is looking to build their appreciation for the natural world.
Thursday, December 18, 2025 to Thursday, December 18, 2025
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Free with Park Admission
16+
Stories, poems, and songs shared in and about the natural world.
