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Photography Contest 2023 Photo must be taken between October 1st, 2022 and October 1st, 2023. Photo must be taken in ...
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EVENTS

Kids' Fishing Derby

Jun 10, 2023 – 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Ages 15 and under. Registration begins at 9:00 am at the Nature Center. Kids will go out to a spot of their choice on Lost Island Lake and must return to the NC at 10:30 am with their catch. Prizes will be given for biggest fish. A casting contest will also take place beginning at 10:30 am in front of the NC.

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Little Explorers

Jun 13, 2023 – 10:00 am - 11:00 am

For kids ages 3-5. Bring your little nature lover out to the Nature Center for hands-on lessons on a nature topic! Pre-registration is required by calling 712-837-4866.

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Kayaking at Five Island Lake

Jun 15, 2023 – 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet at Soper Park in Emmetsburg. Bring your own kayak or use one of ours!

Pre-registration is required so we have enough kayaks available.
Please call us at 712-837-4866.

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Hike at Basswood Recreational Area

Jun 20, 2023 – 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet at the entrance to Basswood on Hwy 18, west of Emmetsburg. We will then hike the trails and explore the wooded habitat of one of the many wildlife areas in Palo Alto County.
Pre-registration is required by calling 712-837-4866.

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Dutch Oven Cooking

Jun 22, 2023 – 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

meet at the Lost Island Nature Center. Learn about this unique cooking technique and enjoy a tasty meal as you practice a couple of recipes. Pre-registration is required by calling 712-837-4866.

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Attention: New email…

Attention: New email…February 2nd we initiated an all-new email platform. There are a few bugs in the process but very ...
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Picture Perfect

Photography Contest 2023 Photo must be taken between October 1st, 2022 and October 1st, 2023. Photo must be taken in ...
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