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Join us at Mt. Crescent Ski Area on Tuesday, October 18th for a surprise addition to our 2022 Hitch Hike series! This final bonus hike will begin at 6:00 p.m. and explore parts of the 106-acre Mt. Crescent Ski Area in the heart of Iowa's Loess Hills.
We’ll discuss the history and acquisition of the ski hills, operations of the ski hill during ski season, and then hike up the hill to view and discuss the amount of remnant prairie that exists on the property and why the acquisition was so important from the viewpoint of conservation. We’ll hike up to the top of the double then down Mach 1.
Pre-registration is not required for this event, although free-will donations will be gratefully accepted and used to fund additional free and low-cost public programming at your county parks.
Participants must bring $5 cash (exact change) or a check payable to Pottawattamie Conservation and give it to staff when they arrive or have a valid Pottawattamie Conservation Membership. Click here to purchase a Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation park membership.
Weather permitting. Please meet us at the ski lodge.
Pets: Well-behaved dogs are permitted to accompany their owners but must be leashed at all times. Please be sure to pick up and properly dispose of all pet waste throughout the hike and anytime you venture with your pup. Please note: You may be asked to remain toward the end of the group if there is a large number of participants and disruptive pets may be asked to leave the group.
About Our 2022 Hitch Hike Series:
Hitch Hikes are designed to introduce visitors to Hitchcock Nature Center as well as the Loess Hills. The series begins with a moderate-level hike and will get progressively more challenging as we build up to a 3+ mile difficult hike in September. Whether you join us for one or all hikes in the series, you'll build a deeper connection to the natural world around you, learn to identify native plants and wildlife, and have fun!
Water bottles, bug spray, & sunblock are all recommended. Please dress for the weather & wear appropriate footwear.
