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Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program with content aimed at preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! In the late fall through early spring we meet every other Tuesday at the Foster Center at Diamond Lake (located at the park's south entrance).  Lessons usually feature a story, discussion of  science or nature topic and an activity or craft. The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. 

Amy will send out a text reminder and any pertininent information for the next day's program on Monday. For example "We plan to take a short walk, please bring winter layers" or "We'll be doing watercolors please wear old clothes!" 

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607 to get on the Monday text list.

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program with content aimed at preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! In the late fall through early spring we meet every other Tuesday at the Foster Center at Diamond Lake (located at the park's south entrance).  Lessons usually feature a story, discussion of  science or nature topic and an activity or craft. The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. 

Amy will send out a text reminder and any pertininent information for the next day's program on Monday. For example "We plan to take a short walk, please bring winter layers" or "We'll be doing watercolors please wear old clothes!" 

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607 to get on the Monday text list.

Veterans Day (Observed) - County Offices Closed

Crafternoons- Recycled Garlands

Crafternoons programs are for adults. Try your hand at a new skill using natural, recycled, or minimal materials. 

Create a one of a kind recycled garland, whether you want fall leaves, festive stars, or Christmas holly, we'll use paper and a sewing machine to make your own garland to take home! 

RSVP required! We have limited space for this event. This helps ensure we have enough supplies for everyone! Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or call 319-213-5607 during business hours. 

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program with content aimed at preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! In the late fall through early spring we meet every other Tuesday at the Foster Center at Diamond Lake (located at the park's south entrance).  Lessons usually feature a story, discussion of  science or nature topic and an activity or craft. The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. 

Amy will send out a text reminder and any pertininent information for the next day's program on Monday. For example "We plan to take a short walk, please bring winter layers" or "We'll be doing watercolors please wear old clothes!" 

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607 to get on the Monday text list.

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers is a free program with content aimed at preschoolers through 5th graders - though learners of all ages are always welcome! In the late fall through early spring we meet every other Tuesday at the Foster Center at Diamond Lake (located at the park's south entrance).  Lessons usually feature a story, discussion of  science or nature topic and an activity or craft. The same program will be offered at 10 am and 1 pm, come to whichever works for your family's schedule. 

Amy will send out a text reminder and any pertininent information for the next day's program on Monday. For example "We plan to take a short walk, please bring winter layers" or "We'll be doing watercolors please wear old clothes!" 

RSVPs are not required, but they are always appreciated!

Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607 to get on the Monday text list.

Thanksgiving - County Offices Closed

Day After Thanksgiving - County Offices Closed

Evergreen Wreaths

Once again we'll be turning the Foster Center at Diamond Lake into a holiday workshop! Join us to make a fresh evergreen wreath. No previous experience needed. 

We suggest donation of $3 to cover materials. We will provide evergreen boughs, natural seed heads, and wreath frames (8" or 14" diameter), wire, and tools (pruners, pliers etc.). If you would like to reuse a wreath frame you already have at home, you would be more than welcome to bring it.  

RSVP required! Plan on 1- 1.5 hours for a wreath. Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or call 319-213-5607 during business hours to sign up during the times below. 

Sat. Nov. 28th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Nov. 30th 9 am - 1 pm 

Wednesday Dec. 2nd 9 am - 3 pm 

Thursday Dec. 3rd 11 am - 7 pm 

Friday Dec. 4th 11 am - 7 pm 

Saturday Dec. 5th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Dec. 7th 9 am - 3 pm

Please note: we love kids, and they are more than welcome, but please be aware there will be sharp tools, in use, so be prepared to keep a close eye on them!

Evergreen Wreaths

Once again we'll be turning the Foster Center at Diamond Lake into a holiday workshop! Join us to make a fresh evergreen wreath. No previous experience needed. 

We suggest donation of $3 to cover materials. We will provide evergreen boughs, natural seed heads, and wreath frames (8" or 14" diameter), wire, and tools (pruners, pliers etc.). If you would like to reuse a wreath frame you already have at home, you would be more than welcome to bring it.  

RSVP required! Plan on 1- 1.5 hours for a wreath. Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or call 319-213-5607 during business hours to sign up during the times below. 

Sat. Nov. 28th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Nov. 30th 9 am - 1 pm 

Wednesday Dec. 2nd 9 am - 3 pm 

Thursday Dec. 3rd 11 am - 7 pm 

Friday Dec. 4th 11 am - 7 pm 

Saturday Dec. 5th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Dec. 7th 9 am - 3 pm

Please note: we love kids, and they are more than welcome, but please be aware there will be sharp tools, in use, so be prepared to keep a close eye on them!

Evergreen Wreaths

Once again we'll be turning the Foster Center at Diamond Lake into a holiday workshop! Join us to make a fresh evergreen wreath. No previous experience needed. 

We suggest donation of $3 to cover materials. We will provide evergreen boughs, natural seed heads, and wreath frames (8" or 14" diameter), wire, and tools (pruners, pliers etc.). If you would like to reuse a wreath frame you already have at home, you would be more than welcome to bring it.  

RSVP required! Plan on 1- 1.5 hours for a wreath. Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or call 319-213-5607 during business hours to sign up during the times below. 

Sat. Nov. 28th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Nov. 30th 9 am - 1 pm 

Wednesday Dec. 2nd 9 am - 3 pm 

Thursday Dec. 3rd 11 am - 7 pm 

Friday Dec. 4th 11 am - 7 pm 

Saturday Dec. 5th 9 am - 1 pm 

Monday Dec. 7th 9 am - 3 pm

Please note: we love kids, and they are more than welcome, but please be aware there will be sharp tools, in use, so be prepared to keep a close eye on them!