Geology Rocks

The Easter Lake Event Center 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, United States

Come learn the basics of geology, like what rocks are made of and how do they form. We’ll get hands on exploring a variety of rocks and minerals. Program will be completely indoors and audience will be seated the majority of the time.   Polk County Conservation strives to host inclusive, accessible events and meetings […]

Free

Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors (OWLS): Mammal Mania

The Easter Lake Event Center 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, United States

Some can fly, some can dig, and some can swim, but we all have one thing in common, we’re all mammals, including us. Learn the characteristics that make mammals a […]

Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors (OWLS): Winter is for the Birds

The Easter Lake Event Center 2816 Shoreline Road, Des Moines, United States

Join us as we learn about Iowa winter birds and how to feed them. Bird feeding offers people an opportunity to see birds at close range while providing hours of […]

Groundhogs and other Furry Friends

Easter Lake Event Center 2830 Easter Lake Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States

Some can fly, some can dig, and some can swim, but we all have one thing in common, we’re all mammals, including us. We’ll discuss the characteristics that make groundhogs […]

Toddler Tales: Nocturnal Animals

Easter Lake Event Center 2830 Easter Lake Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States

Let your imagination run wild with this fun, nature-themed story time! Hear a story followed by the naturalist’s choice of an activity such as an animal encounter, puppets or craft. […]

Pressed Flower Bookmarks Workshop

Easter Lake Event Center 2830 Easter Lake Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States

Celebrate Read Across America and discover the beauty of nature through art in our Pressed Flower Bookmarks Workshop at Easter Lake. Participants will learn how to press and preserve flowers, then create stunning bookmarks. At the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with a beautiful, handcrafted bookmark- perfect for spring reading. REGISTRATION: Required. […]

$5

Toddler Tales: Rabbits

Easter Lake Event Center 2830 Easter Lake Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States

Let your toddler's imagination run wild with this fun, nature-themed tale about rabbits! Hear a story followed by the naturalist’s choice of an activity such as an animal encounter, puppets […]