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International Mud Day

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Did you know there is a National Mud Day? It takes place annually in June! Come out and help us celebrate National Mud Day with an invitation to get muddy and enjoy exploring mud with your kids! Discover, or rediscover, the messy joy that comes with a good mud pile. We will be watering down […]

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Event Series Extended Visiting Hours

Extended Visiting Hours

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

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!  

Kids Fish Day

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Have some fishing fun with us! Bring the family out to participate in the art of fishing. The fishing competition will take place at Lester Pond. There will be awards, door prizes, and a free fish-cleaning demonstration. Bring your own pole or borrow one of ours. Bait will be provided. You will also be able […]

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June Homeschool Wednesdays: Canoeing

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

This class is for ages 10-18. Join us out on the water for a canoe program on Lester Pond. Our naturalist will provide instruction on how to handle a canoe to avoid damaging it, how to get in and out of a canoe safely, how to paddle effectively, and how to navigate in the canoe […]

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StoryWalk®

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

StoryWalk® is a fun way to get communities outside and reading. Each month, we will put a new nature themed children’s story along the trails in different parks. Stories will all be nature themed and fun to read! This months story is Sassafras by Audrey Penn, and illustrated by Ruth E. Harper.  

Plant Pot Painting

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Let your artistic skills shine as you transform ordinary terracotta pots into beautiful works of art. Whether you prefer intricate patterns, vibrant colors, or whimsical designs, the possibilities are endless. Elevate your home décor or create unique gifts for friends and family - the choice is yours. So grab brushes, and paints, and get ready […]

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Event Series Extended Visiting Hours

Extended Visiting Hours

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

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!  

Dutch Oven Cooking

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Are you in need of an easy, filling, and delicious recipe for your next camping trip or outdoor adventure? Learn to prepare scrumptious recipes that will feed a crowd. Participants will prepare recipes, cook them in the Dutch oven, and learn how to care for Dutch oven cookware. The cost is $5 per person. Payment […]

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May Homeschool Wednesdays: Wild Canines

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Come learn all about the world of wild canines! We will offer 2 classes for 4th grade and under and 1 class for 5th grade and up. Wild Canines: Preschool-4th grade | 10-11am Explore the different types of wild canines and what it means to be a canine! We will have examples of furs, tracks, […]

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Event Series Extended Visiting Hours

Extended Visiting Hours

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

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!  

April Homeschool Wednesdays: Marsupials

Annett Nature Center 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA, United States

Come learn all about what it means to be a marsupial! Marsupial Madness is an interactive and educational program designed to introduce participants to the fascinating world of marsupials, with a special focus on opossums, North America's only marsupial! The program will begin with a brief lesson that covers essential marsupial facts, including how marsupials […]

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