Take advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! No Registration required!
For Aprils Homeschool Wednesday we will be diving into the world of insects! This program will introduce you to the diversity of insects, exploring their unique body parts, feeding habits, and the crucial role they play in our ecosystems. Learn how these tiny creatures interact with their environment, contribute to pollination, decomposition, and even help […]
Come out to learn the benefits of rain barrels, how to collect water, and make a rain barrel of your own to take home. You will be provided with all the tools and instructions to make your own rain barrel for your yard. Bonus that you get to work with power tools! Please make sure […]
Come out to learn the benefits of rain barrels, how to collect water, and make a rain barrel of your own to take home. You will be provided with all the tools and instructions to make your own rain barrel for your yard. Bonus that you get to work with power tools! Please make sure […]
Come on a wild journey through the animal kingdom as we explore the furry, feathery, and slimy offspring of our animals here in Iowa! Can you guess which baby belongs to which animal as we put your knowledge to the test? This wild program will be sure to surprise you in the most interesting ways.
Take advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours!
Parents may register children for camp beginning Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Registration is limited and on a first -come, first-served basis. To register, come to the Annett Nature Center (15565 118th Ave Indianola, IA) or call us at (515) 961-6169 (no e-mail or voicemail registrations will be accepted.) Our camp sessions fill […]
*This program has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 25th* Come meet a WCCB naturalist and enhance your knowledge about the Owls of Iowa. Gain the skill to recognize different owl vocalizations and take a stroll along the trail to catch a glimpse of the owls residing in the park. February offers an excellent opportunity to […]
Take advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center! There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours! Registration is not required.
Have you ever wanted to unlock the mysterious world of animal communication through their tracks and signs? Join us for a wild adventure as we decode the secrets of the forest with one of our naturalists. From stealthy predators to elusive prey, we'll learn how to recognize and interpret the subtle clues left behind by […]
Bring your thinking caps for this hidden heart-hunt adventure, we're going to put your puzzle-solving skills to the test with a scavenger hunt. Your job will be to find 10 hearts both inside and outside the nature center. You will be given clues to find each of the hearts. Each clue will be about a […]
Come meet a WCCB naturalist and enhance your knowledge about the Owls of Iowa. Gain the skill to recognize different owl vocalizations and take a stroll along the trail to catch a glimpse of the owls residing in the park. February offers an excellent opportunity to engage with owls, so remember to dress warmly for […]
