Witchy Woods Walk: Springtime Edition

Join naturalist and folkmagic practitioner Dustin Clayton for a springtime walk through the Loess Hills on Saturday, April 24th at 12:00 p.m. at Hitchcock Nature Center. This walking discussion will focus on folkloric practices in springtime. Participants will discuss the plant, animal, and mineral communities common to our area and some of the ways our ancestors interacted with these elements of the natural world during this liminal season. 

This event is being presented as part of our adult education programming & is intended for participants age 16 & over. Cost is $12.00 per person & online pre-registration is required. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283. 

Participants should note this program will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center & will at times require pedestrian travel over difficult terrain; some sessions may be physically challenging. Please dress for the weather, bug spray & water are recommended.

*In the event of cancellation due to inclement weather participants will be notified via the email address provided during registration.

Due to COVID-19 the format of this program has been adjusted. 

• 6-foot distance will be maintained between individuals/family groups
• Masks requested while inside and when distancing is impossible outside
• This program will be held primarily outdoors
• Staff will wear masks when 6-foot distance is not possible or indoors
• Maximum registration has been reduced
• Participants must sign a participation waiver upon arrival

This event is not pet friendly. Please meet at the Loess Hills Lodge.

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. Cancellations received less than 1 week (7 days) in advance of the event will not be refunded. Fees for programs cancelled by PCC due to weather or other circumstances will be refunded.