Events

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Little Tike Hike at Hitchcock Nature Center

Families with young learners are invited to hit the trails for a self-guided hike full of fun nature learning at Hitchcock Nature Center available during regular park hours of 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. May 1st through 10th. As you enjoy the sights and sounds along a Hitchcock Nature Center trail you will spot activities posted along your route that are designed to help learners age 3 to 5 experience nature in a new way. Activities are posted along a .25 mile stretch of trail for your enjoyment. This is an "out and back" hike, once you reach the end of the trail you turn around and head back to the trailhead, making a .5 mile round-trip hike. This event is completely self-guided. It is free to all park users with paid park admission and is available any time during regular park hours. While it is designed for learners age 3 to 5, older learners may also enjoy participating.

Little Tike Hike at Botna Bend Park

Families with young learners are invited to hit the trails for a self-guided hike full of fun nature learning at Botna Bend Park available during regular park hours of 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. May 1st through 31st. As you enjoy the sights and sounds along a Botna Bend Park trail you will spot activities posted along your route that are designed to help learners age three to five experience nature in a new way. Activities are posted along a .25 mile stretch of trail for your enjoyment. This is an "out and back" hike, once you reach the end of the trail you turn around and head back to the trailhead, making a .5 mile round-trip hike. This event is completely self-guided. It is free to all park users with paid park admission and is available any time during regular park hours. While it is designed for learners age 3 to 5, older learners may also enjoy participating.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Homeschool in the Hills: Fungi

Come along on a hike to search for fungi in the forest during this homeschool student field trip! Learn how these amazing organisms keep the forest habitat balanced and healthy! We will be hosting two program sessions. Our morning session begins at 10:00 a.m. attendees must arrive no later than 10:30 a.m. to participate. Our afternoon session begins at 1:00 p.m. and attendees must arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. to participate. Online pre-registration is required and walk-in participants will not be admitted. The cost for this event is $4.00 per person for children age 3 and over, accompanying adults and children under 3 are free, children under 3 do not need a reservation. Visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Homeschool in the Hills: Fungi

Come along on a hike to search for fungi in the forest during this homeschool student field trip! Learn how these amazing organisms keep the forest habitat balanced and healthy! We will be hosting two program sessions. Our morning session begins at 10:00 a.m. attendees must arrive no later than 10:30 a.m. to participate. Our afternoon session begins at 1:00 p.m. and attendees must arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. to participate. Online pre-registration is required and walk-in participants will not be admitted. The cost for this event is $4.00 per person for children age 3 and over, accompanying adults and children under 3 are free, children under 3 do not need a reservation. Visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Hikin' With a Nature Nerd

Go off the beaten path and explore the far reaches of Hitchcock Nature Center during a new kind of guided hike. Please meet at the Badger Ridge trailhead located on the south side of the main Loess Hills Lodge parking lot at Hitchcock Nature Center. New for 2021, Hikin' With a Nature Nerd, is a series of naturalist-led hikes aimed at exploring the rhythm of nature in southwest Iowa. Each hike will set out to explore new areas of your county parks and will include exploration of our native ecosystem through the changing seasons. Each hike will be a unique adventure, get ready to get off the trail and see what nature has in store for you. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and includes park admission. Attendees must be age 14 and over. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Visit www.pottconservation.com to register online.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

West Pott. Master Gardener's Spring Plant Sale

Join us for the Spring Plant Sale hosted by your West Pottawattamie Master Gardeners on Saturday, May 8, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

**New Location: The plant sale will take place at the 4H Building @ Westfair Fairgrounds located at 22984 US-6, Council Bluffs, Iowa.**

Look for friendly Master Gardeners, perennials, annuals, and tons of garden decor for sale. Masks will be required at this event. We will have masks and hand sanitizer for those who need them.

Morels, Fungi, and Lichens: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our May program participants will learn to identify common mushroom, fungi, and lichen, learn about fungal structure and adaptations, read and discuss Aldo Leopold's essay "Back from the Argentine", and explore tern and plover conservation efforts. This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session or $75.00 for the full 10 session 2021 program season. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Spring Artist Market

The Harvester Artist Lofts & Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment are hosting a family friendly outdoor artist market with handmade goods and art on May 8th from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Join us outside of the Harvester and Hoff Family Arts & Culture center for awesome art and goods, music, food, entertainment and more! Over 45 vendors will be selling and showcasing their goods. The perfect time to get that special gift for Mom for Mother's Day (and something for yourself too)! The Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center (1001 S. 6th Street) will be open with bar services and outdoor seating, as well as a food truck parked on-site to offer lunch! Check out the Harvester Artist Lofts on Facebook or at www.harvesterartistlofts.com for more information.

Building Better Birders: Sunrise Guided Birding Hike

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for Building Better Birders: Sunrise Guided Birding Hike and learn more about the early morning songbirds that call the Loess Hills home. This program is open to all ages but is geared toward participants age 12 and over. There is no cost to attend this workshop. Pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Building Better Birders is a programming series designed to improve the bird identification skills of local citizens and promote a greater interest in citizen science programming. Workshops are presented free of charge and supported by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP).

Building Better Birders: Warblers of Iowa

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for Building Better Birders: Introduction to Warblers of Iowa and learn more about many species of warblers that can be spotted in Iowa. This program is open to all ages but is geared toward participants age 12 and over. There is no cost to attend this workshop. Pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Building Better Birders is a programming series designed to improve the bird identification skills of local citizens and promote a greater interest in citizen science programming. Workshops are presented free of charge and supported by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP).

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Building Better Birders: Mid-Morning Guided Birding Hike

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for Building Better Birders: Guided Birding Hike and learn more about the birds that call the Loess Hills home. This program is open to all ages but is geared toward participants age 12 and over. There is no cost to attend this workshop. Pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Building Better Birders is a programming series designed to improve the bird identification skills of local citizens and promote a greater interest in citizen science programming. Workshops are presented free of charge and supported by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP).

Building Better Birders: Introduction to Sparrows, Tanagers, Grosbeaks, & Similar Species of Iowa

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for Building Better Birders: Introduction to Sparrows, Tanagers, Grosbeaks, Buntings & Similar Species of Iowa and learn more about these amazing birds that are common in Iowa. This program is open to all ages but is geared toward participants age 12 and over. There is no cost to attend this workshop. Pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Building Better Birders is a programming series designed to improve the bird identification skills of local citizens and promote a greater interest in citizen science programming. Workshops are presented free of charge and supported by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP).

Building Better Birders: Afternoon Guided Birding Hike

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for Building Better Birders: Guided Birding Hike and learn more about the birds that call the Loess Hills home. This program is open to all ages but is geared toward participants age 12 and over. There is no cost to attend this workshop. Pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.

Building Better Birders is a programming series designed to improve the bird identification skills of local citizens and promote a greater interest in citizen science programming. Workshops are presented free of charge and supported by the Resource Enhancement and Protection - Conservation Education Program (REAP-CEP).

Celebrate CB - Clean Sweep

Clean Sweep is the community’s largest clean-up event and the kick-off to Celebrate CB. It’s a great way to volunteer and still remain socially distanced and within your own safe network. Help us make an impact on our city’s cleanliness and appearance. Register online by Friday, May 7, 2021, or come to Bayliss Park the day of the event between 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Register as an individual or as part of a group. Groups of all ages can participate. This is a free event. The rain date is Wednesday, May 12th.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Hikin' With a Nature Nerd

Go off the beaten path and explore the far reaches of Arrowhead Park during a new kind of guided hike. Please meet in the Delbert's Den parking lot. New for 2021, Hikin' With a Nature Nerd, is a series of naturalist-led hikes aimed at exploring the rhythm of nature in southwest Iowa. Each hike will set out to explore new areas of your county parks and will include exploration of our native ecosystem through the changing seasons. Each hike will be a unique adventure, get ready to get off the trail and see what nature has in store for you. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and includes park admission. Attendees must be age 14 and over. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Visit www.pottconservation.com to register online.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Celebrate CB - Black Squirrel Scavenger Hunt

A new event to celebrate the infamous squirrels around town. Those who compete in the scavenger hunt to find black squirrels around the community will be entered to win a variety of prizes. The scavenger hunt map will be posted on Celebrate CB’s Facebook page the day of the event.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

May Hitch Hike

Join us for the first Hitch Hike of 2021! Enjoy a guided hike through a section of the Loess Hills not normally open to the public and learn more about the plants, animals, and history of the prairie. Visitors will hike along a Loess Hills ridgetop through the scenic prairie to reach the McIntosh Pioneer Cemetery, founded in 1874. This trail is only accessible with a Pottawattamie County Conservation Board staff member and is not considered open to the public. Enjoy the spring wildflowers of the prairie including blue-eyed grass, puccoons, and locoweed. This event is free with paid park admission or current Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation membership. Visit www.pottconservation.com for details.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Junk ReStored

Come shop from a variety of local maker and craft vendors! This fair is being held to help support and bring awareness to Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Admission is free.

We are also looking for vendors for this event.  Please email us for more information on having a booth at this event.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Hikin' With a Nature Nerd

Go off the beaten path and explore the far reaches of Wheeler Grove Conservation Area. during a new kind of guided hike. Meet in the parking area of Wheeler Grove Conservation Area located at 43774 Boxelder Avenue, Carson, Iowa. Participants will need to travel on gravel surface roads, water and restrooms are not available.

New for 2021, Hikin' With a Nature Nerd, is a series of naturalist-led hikes aimed at exploring the rhythm of nature in southwest Iowa. Each hike will set out to explore new areas of your county parks and will include exploration of our native ecosystem through the changing seasons. Each hike will be a unique adventure, get ready to get off the trail and see what nature has in store for you. The cost for this event is $5.00 per person and includes park admission. Attendees must be age 14 and over. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Visit www.pottconservation.com to register online.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Namaste Goat Yoga

Infuse your spring with joy – while you add strength and calm to your life. For the third year, Honey Creek Creamery offers goat yoga experiences. You can be one with nature, while our baby goats delight you and add laughter to your day. High-quality, certified yoga instructors will provide 45-minute classes with the kids joining in. Additional time is available to visit the nursery after class. Classes held rain or shine. Please refer to COVID Policy by clicking here. Outdoor classes will be held at the base of the burr oak savannah at our farm so you can enjoy the Loess Hills. Swing by Stanley's Snack Shack afterward to celebrate. Don't miss out. Classes only held while the babies are little.

Classes available at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wild Ones Camp at Hitchcock Nature Center

Students entering first and second grade (age 6 to 7) are invited to explore nature during Wild Ones at Hitchcock Nature Center. Campers will walk on the wild side during this immersive camp experience packed full of fort building, hiking, outdoor games, nature crafts, and more. The camp will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 15th through 17th. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper and includes park admission, snack, and camp materials. Campers will need to provide a sack lunch for each day of camp. We also request campers bring a refillable water bottle, sunblock, and insect repellent. Also recommended are a hat, sunglasses, long pants and closed-toe shoes. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

June Hitch Hike

Join us for the second hike of the 2021 Hitch Hike series. Take a closer look at some of Hitchcock's best prairie remnants as you are guided along Badger Ridge. Discover purple coneflowers and other early summer wildflowers and get an idea of what the hills may have looked like during the time of Lewis and Clark. This event is free with paid park admission or current Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation membership. Visit www.pottconservation.com for details.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Freshwater Aquatic Studies: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our June program participants will enjoy an introduction to the biotic and abiotic components of freshwater lakes, and a look at aquatic invasive species.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session or $75.00 for the full 10 session 2021 program season. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Wild Seekers Camp at Hitchcock Nature Center

Students entering 3rd and 4th grade (ages 8 to 9) will expand their outdoor knowledge during Wild Seekers at Hitchcock Nature Center. Campers will discover new skills and explore the wild side of Iowa during this hands-on camp. Campers will enjoy beginning archery lessons, shelter building challenges, hiking, plant and animal identification, and nature crafts. The camp will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 22nd through 24th. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper & includes park admission, snack, and camp materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wild Wanderers Camp at Hitchcock Nature Center

Students entering 5th & 6th grade (age 10 to 11) will expand their outdoor knowledge during Wild Wanderers at Hitchcock Nature Center. Campers will continue growing their outdoor survival skills through archery lessons, advanced shelter building, and fire building during this hands-on camp. The camp will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. June 29th through July 1st. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper and includes park admission, snacks, and camp materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Hitchcock Oak Inventory Project Training

The sprawling mighty oak tree remains a symbol of the American Midwest but a new, swift, and little understood disease has recently emerged in our area with the potential to eliminate these iconic trees from our landscape. Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for the second of three training sessions for a volunteer project aimed at understanding and alleviating the effects of this new threat. Training sessions will cover a variety of topics and include field training sessions to help volunteers practice their skills and become independent project volunteers. Topics covered will include the project and field data collection app, oak ecology, and oak fire wounds. Portions of the training will occur out of doors and off-trail, so please dress appropriately. This event is free but pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Into the Wild Camp

Students entering 7th through 9th grade (age 12 to 14) are invited to explore nature and develop new skills during Into the Wild at Arrowhead Park & Botna Bend Park. This outdoor adventure program is designed to help students develop valuable outdoor skills and put them to the test on a guided canoe trip and overnight stay. Campers will enjoy a full day of canoe practice at Arrowhead Park from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on July 6th before heading out on an overnight stay, departing at 8:00 a.m. on July 7th and returning at 11:00 a.m. on July 8th. Into  Cost is $100.00 per camper and includes park admission, all instruction, canoe, and life jacket use, tent, outdoor gear, and two meals. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Butterfly Basics: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our July program participants will enjoy an introduction to common butterflies of the Midwest, learn how to use a dichotomous key, and explore the importance of prescribed burns as a land stewardship tool.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session or $75.00 for the full 10 sessions 2021 program season. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Gardening for Diversity - A Hands-On Workshop

The great outdoors begins in your own backyard. Join us for our new programming series "Gardening for Diversity". Our fourth program session will be held on Monday, July 12th at 7:00 p.m. at Narrows River Park. This session will cover basic maintenance including plant identification and weeding as we work to support our native planting at Narrows River Park. Gardening for Diversity is a 6 part programming series that will walk participants through creating your own diverse native gardens through a mix of classroom learning and hands-on gardening exercises. Each session will cover different aspects of native gardening, from planning to planting to maintaining, and is perfect for beginning gardeners abd anyone who is looking for new ways to incorporate native plantings in your own garden. Cost is $15.00 per person per session. Registration is required as space is limited.

Wild Ones Camp at Arrowhead Park

Students entering 1st and 2nd grade (age 6 to 7) are invited to join us for a wet and wild time during Wild Ones at Arrowhead Park. Campers will explore this unique aquatic habitat as they enjoy canoeing, pond dipping, water games, and much more. The camp will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. July 13th through 15th. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper and includes park admission, snacks, and camp materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wild Seekers Camp at Arrowhead Park

Students entering 3rd and 4th grade (age 8 to 9) will enjoy some fun on the water during Wild Seekers at Arrowhead Park. Campers will head out on the lake to continue building their canoe and water safety skills, head to the archery range, and expand their outdoor knowledge through hikes and outdoor activities. The camp will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. July 20th through 22nd. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper and includes park admission, snacks, and camp materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

July Hitch Hike

Join us for the third hike of the 2021 Hitch Hike series. Hike out Fox Run Ridge to take in the stunning views of the Missouri River valley, beautiful prairie, and pasture land and catch a glimpse of our research plots. This event is free with paid park admission or current Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation membership. Visit www.pottconservation.com for details.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wild Wanderers Camp at Arrowhead Park

Students entering 5th & 6th grade (age 10 to 11) will make some waves as they continue to expand their outdoor knowledge during Wild Wanderers at Arrowhead Park. Campers will continue growing their outdoor survival skills through continued archery lessons, canoeing, advanced shelter building, and more of the most iconic summer camp games during this hands-on camp. The camp will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. July 27th through 29th. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper and includes park admission, snacks, and camp materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wildlings Camp: Rockin' Reptiles

Students age 3 to 5 are invited to join us for Wildlings: Rockin' Reptiles! Why do snakes stick out their tongues? How do snakes move without legs? What other reptiles make Iowa their home? Join us for this hands-on camp and find out! Campers will get to meet a local snake and learn all about reptile adaptations through hands-on activities. Wildlings Camp is designed for unaccompanied campers age 3 to 5 who have not attended Kindergarten. The cost is $15.00 per camper per day and includes park admission and all program materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Wildlings Camp: Magnificent Mammals

Students age 3 to 5 are invited to join us for Wildlings: Magnificent Mammals! Our furry friends the whitetail deer, the raccoon, the fox, and more take center stage at this camp. Touch and feel animal furs, head out on a hike to spot animal tracks, and learn about some of the furry friends that make Hitchcock Nature Center their home. Wildlings Camp is designed for unaccompanied campers age 3 to 5 who have not attended Kindergarten.  The cost is $15.00 per camper per day and includes park admission and all program materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Wildlings Camp: Awesome Amphibians

Students age 3 to 5 are invited to join us for Wildlings: Awesome Amphibians! How far can a frog jump? Learn the answer and much more as we learn more about frogs and other amphibians. Meet live frogs and have a "hopping" good time with hands-on activities and a froggy craft. Wildlings Camp is designed for unaccompanied campers age 3 to 5 who have not attended Kindergarten.  The cost is $15.00 per camper per day and includes park admission and all program materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Wildlings Camp: Impressive Insects

Students age 3 to 5 are invited to join us for Wildlings: Impressive Insects! Did you know butterflies taste with their feet? Or that most flowers cannot make seeds without help from insects. Insects are fascinating and have so many neat adaptations to learn about. Go on an insect safari and see what insects live in the forests and prairies. Discover their secrets and learn more about these tiny creatures that share our world. Wildlings Camp is designed for unaccompanied campers age 3 to 5 who have not attended Kindergarten.  The cost is $15.00 per camper per day and includes park admission and all program materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

Wildlings Camp: Brilliant Birds

Students age 3 to 5 are invited to join us for Wildlings: Brilliant Birds! Why are some birds so colorful? Do all birds build nests? How do they fly so high? Campers will answer all these questions and more as they learn to use binoculars, climb our observation tower for a birds-eye view, learn about wings, and even meet a live bird friend. Wildlings Camp is designed for unaccompanied campers age 3 to 5 who have not attended Kindergarten. The cost is $15.00 per camper per day and includes park admission and all program materials. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited, register at www.pottconservation.com.

A Chorus of Insects: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our August program participants will enjoy an introduction to common insect species of the Midwest and an introduction to monarch tagging.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

August Hitch Hike

Join us for the fourth hike in the 2021 Hitch Hike series. Meet up with the group at the Old Lincoln Highway Deck at the Hitchcock Nature Center Campground to begin this walk down the Hohneke Trail to Oak Avenue and the Bunker Hill Loop. Explore the northern section of the park and view a remnant of the original Old Lincoln Highway. This event is free with paid park admission or current Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation membership. Visit www.pottconservation.com for details.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Ornithology 101: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our September program participants will enjoy an introduction to common raptor species of the Midwest, a discussion of lead poisoning and its effect on bald eagles, and an introduction to the annual raptor migration through the Missouri River valley.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Hitchcock Oak Inventory Project Training

The sprawling mighty oak tree remains a symbol of the American Midwest but a new, swift, and little understood disease has recently emerged in our area with the potential to eliminate these iconic trees from our landscape. Join us for the final training session for a volunteer project aimed at understanding and alleviating the effects of this new threat. Training sessions will cover a variety of topics and includes field training sessions to help volunteers practice their skills and become independent project volunteers. Topics covered will include the project and field data collection app, oak ecology, and oak fire wounds. Portions of the training will occur out of doors and off-trail, so please dress appropriately. This event is free but pre-registration is required as space is limited, visit www.pottconservation.com to register online.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

September Hitch Hike

Join us at Hitchcock Nature Center for the final Hitch Hike of the 2021 season. This hike will begin at 6:00 p.m. and is the most challenging hike of the series. Head out to the westernmost section of the park along the famed Westridge Trail to our final destination, a scenic overlook with an astounding view of the Missouri River. All experience levels are welcome but the +2.5 mile hike will include traversing steep terrain. This event is free with paid park admission or current Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation membership. Visit www.pottconservation.com for details.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

The Science of Fall: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our October program participants will enjoy an introduction to the science behind our annual fall color and a look at the process of photosynthesis.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Gardening for Diversity - A Hands-On Workshop

The great outdoors begins in your own backyard. Join us for our new programming series "Gardening for Diversity". Our fifth program session will be held on Saturday, October 16th at 1:00 p.m. at Narrows River Park. Participants at this session will evaluate the progress of our native planting, learn about seed harvesting and storage, and learn the important steps that should be taken to successfully put your native planting bed to sleep for winter. Gardening for Diversity is a 6 part programming series that will walk participants through creating their own diverse native gardens through a mix of classroom learning and hands-on gardening exercises. Each session will cover different aspects of native gardening, from planning to planting to maintaining, and is perfect for beginning gardeners and anyone who is looking for new ways to incorporate native plantings in their own garden. Cost is $15.00 per person per session. Registration is required as space is limited.

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Taco Ride

The Taco Ride takes place every Thursday evening on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail, from Council Bluffs, Iowa to Mineola, Iowa, and back. The scenic ride is about 20 miles through the Loess Hills and ends with dinner at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. The weekly rides take place from when the trail is dry enough in the spring (usually in April or May) until late in the fall (usually until Halloween).

Most riders start at Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park where parking is available. Slightly more than halfway between the trailhead and Tobey Jack's, many riders will stop at a picnic area, nicknamed Margaritaville, for a quick break and to join in a conversation with fellow bikers or to partake in refreshments they brought with them.

Note: The Taco Ride is a weekly event. It runs every Thursday evening during most of the year, weather permitting. Visit the Taco Ride website, linked below, for event news. For more information about the ride, visit our blog. 

Nature's Recyclers: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our November program participants will explore the process of nature's annual decomposition and the organisms responsible for breaking down organic matter.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.

Gardening for Diversity - A Hands-On Workshop

The great outdoors begins in your own backyard. Join us for our new programming series "Gardening for Diversity". Our sixth and final program will be held on Saturday, November 6th at 1:00 p.m. at Narrows River Park. Participants at this session will cover fall seeding techniques for spring success along with coverage of brome and tall fescue grasses. Gardening for Diversity is a 6 part programming series that will walk participants through creating their own diverse native gardens through a mix of classroom learning and hands-on gardening exercises. Each session will cover different aspects of native gardening, from planning to planting to maintaining, and is perfect for beginning gardeners and anyone who is looking for new ways to incorporate native plantings in your own garden. Cost is $15.00 per person per session. Registration is required as space is limited.

Winter Survival Secrets: Virtual Workshop

Join us and celebrated educator Ron Cisar for another session of "A Land Ethic Workshop". This program will be held entirely online and is perfect for anyone with an interest in conservation and a desire to develop a better understanding of the natural world outside their own front door. Our December program participants will explore winter adaptations of the plant and animal world as well as tips and tricks for effective winter bird feeding.

This program is intended for participants age 14 and over. The cost is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required for this online program, visit www.pottconservation.com for details and to register online.