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Make & Take Birdseed Ornaments
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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December 21, 2024
1:00 pm · 4:00pm
Make beautiful decorations for your outdoor trees that will provide a snack for birds and other local wildlife! Use binoculars to watch winter birds from the warmth of the Nature Center. All ages are welcome at this free program. Please register by December 16th.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cerrogordo.gov
Posted by: Conservation
Winter Break at Lime Creek
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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December 30, 2024
1:00 pm · 3:00pm
It is time to get the kids out of the house for some fresh air! All ages are invited to join us for a variety of fun winter activities. Come dressed to play outside. There will be a warm fire burning and hot chocolate waiting. There is no charge, but registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate in the program.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cerrogordo.gov
Posted by: Conservation
Conservation Coffee Club - East Africa Photo Safari
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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January 15, 2025
9:30 am · 11:00am
Enjoy some social time with coffee, tea and treats followed by a conservation focused program. Alf Larson always wanted to go to Africa since he was a child and had read about it. In February 2024 he made the trip a reality on a 14 day safari. Visiting numerous conservancies, reserves, and refuges including Maasai Mara and Sarengeti. Join us as he shares his photos of this experience of a lifetime! Cost is $3 for Nature Center members or $7 for nonmembers. Registration deadline is Friday, January 10th by 4pm.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cerrogordo.gov
Posted by: Conservation
Lime Creek Littles - Arctic Antics
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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January 23, 2025
5:00 pm · 6:00pm
Children ages 4-6, with their adults, will explore Arctic animals through story, song, and activities. How do you survive such wild winters? Come explore and discover even more! Cost is free for members and $2 for each nonmember youth. Pre-register by Tuesday, January 21st by 4pm. This program may go outside for part of the experience, so please dress for the weather.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cerrogordo.gov
Posted by: Conservation
Lime Creek Littles - Love in the Wild
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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February 11, 2025
5:00 pm · 6:00pm
Children ages 4-6, with their adults, discover what love looks like for local wildlife. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, learn all about nature's sweethearts through story, activities, and crafts. Celebrate love in the wild! Cost is free for members and $2 for each nonmember youth. Pre-register by Friday, February 7th by 4pm.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org
Posted by: Conservation
Women's Winter Revival!
3501 Lime Creek Rd
Mason City, IA
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February 22, 2025
2:00 pm · 7:00pm
Winter can be draining in so many ways. Come and get revived during an afternoon of fun, relaxation, exploration, and connection. Breathing meditation, nature discovery, and a chili feast will fill your mind, heart, and ...stomach with renewed energy. Spend an afternoon surrounded by nature! All ages are welcome, however, this is an adult focused program. Cost is $20 for members or $25 for nonmembers. Registration deadline is Tuesday, February 18th by 4pm.
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Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cerrogordo.gov
Posted by: Conservation
