The “Towering Trees” program scheduled to take place on March 14 at the Sanborn library has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 21 at 2:00 p.m.  The Sutherland library “Towering Trees” program has been moved to Thursday, March 28 at 4:00 p.m.

Take a night hike to look at spring time constellations.  Hear about some of the heroes of the sky.  This event will be held at the Prairie Heritage Center on March 26 at 8:00 p.m.

During this installment of the Nature’s Art series, participants will make some easy kites and then set them sailing on the wind!  Join the fun at the Prairie Heritage Center on Saturday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m.

Celebrate the International Day of Forests with a hike through the woods at Mill Creek Park.  Join us Thursday, March 21 at 5:00 p.m. to explore what’s happening in the spring!

Strap on your snowshoes or boots – depending on the ground cover – and enjoy a stroll through the crisp winter evening air.  The O’Brien County Conservation Board is holding a Full Moon Hike on Tuesday, February 19.  Meet at the Prairie Heritage Center at 6:30 p.m. for a hike along the path.  The full moon should be rising, stars should be crisp in the dark sky, and often the sounds of coyotes and owls fill the air. Dress in

The natural world is filled with color, shape, and design. In 2019, the O’Brien County Conservation Board will be hosting a monthly Nature’s Art series to engage people of all ages in looking at nature through an artistic lens. The next program in the series is “Icy Art” which will be held at the Prairie Heritage Center on Saturday, February 9. The event begins at 2:00 p.m. Participants will create two different types of projects to take home. Capture the

The annual Bald Eagle Watch will be held on Saturday, March 2 at the Prairie Heritage Center.  This event is a come-and-go opportunity to observe eagles throughout the day.  The O’Brien County Naturalist and other volunteers will be on hand to help you spot and identify eagles. At 2:00 p.m., Iowa author/photographer, Ty Smedes, will be presenting information about raptors.  Smedes photography and knowledge of birds makes this a presentation you won’t want to miss!  There will also be hands

The Nature’s Art series will begin with a color hike on Saturday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m. Meet at the south side of Dog Creek Park near Sutherland. You will be surprised to see the vivid palette of colors. The program will involve being in the outdoors and walking on uneven surfaces. No registration required.