Events

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

Crafternoons- Natural Christmas Ornaments

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

Create a one of a kind ornament, out of natural materials, recycled, and thrifted items. 

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.

Winter Birds Family Day Camp

From their songs to their colors, learn about the birds you can expect to see in Iowa over the winter. Then get ready for spring by painting a birdhouse gourd to hang in your yard. This program is designed for elementary and middle school aged kids with an adult - adults are welcome to paint as well! 

Please RSVP for this program! Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607.

Winter Birds Family Day Camp

From their songs to their colors, learn about the birds you can expect to see in Iowa over the winter. Then get ready for spring by painting a birdhouse gourd to hang in your yard. This program is designed for elementary and middle school aged kids with an adult - adults are welcome to paint as well! 

Please RSVP for this program! Email Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov or text 319-213-5607.

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.

Crafternoons- Iris folding paper cards

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

Learn how to do iris folding to make a homemade card. This simple technique uses scraps of paper to create 3 dimensional cards!

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. 

Full Moon Hike or Snowshoe

Is getting outside more one of your New Year's Resolutions? Don't let short days and cold weather get you down! Join us for a full moon hike or snowshoe. We'll meet at the Foster Center at 5:30 - watch the moon rise over Montezuma and then head out for a hike or snowshoe walk in Diamond Lake Park. 

We will only snowshoe if there are 5 or more inches of snow on the ground - but it's sure to be a fun night out regardless! We'll do a little lunar trivia, listen for owls, look for wildlife tracks and more! All ages are welcome. Hot chocolate will be available afterward. 

RSVPs are required. Please RSVP with your name and phone number to Amy at adurbin@poweshiekcounty.org (anytime) or 319-213-5607 (during business hours). If you're interested in snowshoeing let Amy know the approximate height of the people in your group so she can plan for snowshoes accordingly!