A Land Ethic Workshop | All Session Signup

Registrants may select this option to receive a 50% discount on "A Land Ethic Workshop" series programming when purchased by Friday, March 13th. The cost to register for all 2026 "A Land Ethic Workshop" programs is $75. Individual programs are $15 each. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Attendees who register for the full programming series will receive a copy of "A Sand County Almanac" and a blank journal for use during the class. Participants do not need to attend every session to enjoy this programming series.

About "A Land Ethic Workshop"

Following the life work of naturalist Aldo Leopold, participants in this unique, 10-month-long programming series will gain a deeper understanding of our local ecosystems through study and discussion of seasonal ecology and will connect with others who share a passion for nature.

Program Series Topics and Dates:

• A Good Oak (free introductory program): February 21st
• All 10-Sessions Registration Deadline: March 13th
• Waterfowl Identification: March 21st
• Woodland Wildflowers: April 18th
• Morels, Fungi, & Lichen: May 16th
• Freshwater Aquatic Studies: June 20th
• Butterfly Basics: July 18th
• A Chorus of Insects: August 15th
• Ornithology 101: September 12th
• Why Leaves Change Color: October 17th
• Nature's Recyclers: November 14th
• Winter Survival Secrets: December 12th

About Ron Cisar

"A Land Ethic Workshop" is created and taught by biologist and Leopold scholar Ron Cisar.  Ron taught science and biology in the Omaha Public Schools district for 32 years and at Iowa Western Community College as assistant Professor Emeritus until 2017. He is nationally recognized as a singer-songwriter, has spent time leading educational and research programs in national parks, and is the recipient of numerous awards for excellence in education.

Related Events

• A Good Oak: Introduction to "A Land Ethic Workshop" (Free!)
  February 21, 2026
• Waterfowl Identification | A Land Ethic Workshop
  March 21, 2026
• Woodland Wildflowers | A Land Ethic Workshop
  April 18, 2026
• Morels, Fungi & Lichen | A Land Ethic Workshop
  May 16, 2026
• Freshwater Aquatic Studies | A Land Ethic Workshop
  June 20, 2026
• Butterfly Basics | A Land Ethic Workshop
  July 18, 2026
• A Chorus of Insects | A Land Ethic Workshop
  August 15, 2026
• Ornithology 101 | A Land Ethic Workshop
  September 12, 2026
• Why Leaves Change Color | A Land Ethic Workshop
  October 17, 2026
• Nature's Recyclers & Winter Tree Identification | A Land Ethic Workshop
  November 14, 2026
• Winter Survival Secrets | A Land Ethic Workshop
  December 12, 2026

Cancellation Policy

Guests may cancel their reservation for a full refund up to 1 week (7 days) prior to the program date by calling 712-545-3283 and speaking with staff directly. Processing fees will not be refunded. Cancellations received less than 1 week (7 days) in advance of the event will not be refunded. Fees for programs canceled by Pottawattamie Conservation due to weather or other circumstances will be fully refunded. 

Registration confirmation and event details, including important updates in the event of weather or other circumstances, will be sent to the email address entered when registering. Make sure to check junk/spam folders. Pottawattamie Conservation is not responsible for missed emails.