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SUMMARY:Motor Mill 5K & 15K Trail Race
DESCRIPTION:Motor Motor 5K & 10K Trail Race\n \nRegistration Required \nCelebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Motor Motor Trail Runs!• Participants receive a goodie bag\, commemorative item\, and a wooden finishers “medal.”• Prizes for first male and female overall\, and age group winners.• For registration form go to https://www.claytoncountyconservation.org/motor-mill-5k• For more information\, call 563-245-1516* Registrations after 3/09/26 cannot be guaranteed medals or goodie bag.\nEntry Fee5K: $20 thru 3/08\, $30 after10K: $30 thru 3/08\, $40 afterDay-of Registration available\n  \nFor more information on events call 563-245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org. \n 
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/pony-hollow-5k-15k-trail-runs-2/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T170000
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SUMMARY:O.W.L.S Cedar Rock
DESCRIPTION:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls \nSilos and Smokestacks Grand Tour: \nCedar Rock by Frank Lloyd Wright \nThursday\, September 25* \nReservations Required \nJoin Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. September’s destination will be a visit to Cedar Rock by Frank Lloyd Wright in Quasqueton\, Iowa. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:00 to carpool to our destination on September 25th. *Please note date change\, this trip is one week later than our usual Thursday. \nThis O.W.L.S. adventure will take you to Quasqueton to tour Cedar Rock\, The Walter House\, built by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Cedar Rock was built in Wright’s Usonian Style characterized by living simply and in harmony with nature and is one of his best examples of this style of architecture. \nJoin us each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore more of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Saturday\, and Sunday noon-4pm. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/6751/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
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SUMMARY:Pick Your Own Prairie Seed
DESCRIPTION:Pick Your Own Prairie Seed\nWednesday\, September 3rd (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM) \nOsborne Pond \n  \nIt’s a garden start-y seed-pickin’ party! Landscaping with native plants can be one of the simplest and most rewarding ways to help support local ecosystems. In this event hosted by Clayton County Conservation and the Iowa Prairie Network\, participants will have the chance to identify and collect native prairie plants for their home gardens\, and learn about how to propagate them for success. \nThis event is free and welcomes all ages. Bags for seed will be provided. Participants are encouraged to wear long pants\, close-toed shoes\, and be ready to wade into tall grass. Bug spray and water recommended. \nThe group will meet at the large shelter near the Osborne Pond at 6:30 PM to talk plant propagation before hiking into the field to identify and collect seed. \n  \nThe Osborne Pond is located approximately 5 miles south of Elkader on Highway 13. For more information call 563-245-1516 or email KSlocum@ClaytonCountyIA.gov
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/pick-your-own-prairie-seed/
LOCATION:Osborne Park Pond Shelter\, Elkader\, Iowa\, 52043
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
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SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Ice House Museum
DESCRIPTION:OWLS Aug Ice House \nOlder\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls \nSilos and Smokestacks Grand Tour: \nThe Ice House Museum \nThursday\, August 21 \nReservations Required \n  \nJoin Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. August’s destination will be a visit to the Ice House Museum in Cedar Falls. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:30 to carpool to our destination. \nThis O.W.L.S. adventure will take you to Cedar Falls to tour the Ice House Museum\, a round structure built in 1921 to hold 16 million pounds of ice. The Museum is the only one in the U.S. that tells the story of ice harvesting in an original ice house! Join us the 3rd Thursday of each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore more of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area.  \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Saturday\, and Sunday noon-4pm. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-ice-house-museum/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
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SUMMARY:Lee Lenth Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Lee Lenth Memorial Dedication  \nSaturday\, July 26th \n3:30 PM \nMotor Mill Historic Site \n  \nFriends and family of Lee Lenth are invited Motor Mill Historic Site to help honor Lee’s years of dedication to the site. Join us as we remember Lee by unveiling a memorial plaque in his honor on Saturday July 26th at 3:30. \nLee could often be found at the mill working on different specialty projects over the years. Lee was an avid craftsman who dedicated countless hours to the Motor Mill Foundation. Most recently he completed the basement platform so visitors could view the location of the turbines unearthed in the 2020 sediment removal project. Lee always brought a smile to those he greeted through his knowledge\, stories\, and gift for connecting with people. He will be greatly missed. \nMotor Mill Historic Site is located at 23002 Grain Road\, Elkader\, Iowa. For more information on this and other events call 563-245-1516\, visit www.motormill.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/lee-lenth-memorial/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250623T152435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T152435Z
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SUMMARY:Motor Mill Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Motor Mill Night Hike \nFriday\, July 18th \n9:00 PM \nMotor Mill Historic Site \n  \nCome out to join us for a Night Hike at Motor Mill Historic Site. Clayton County Naturalist Abbey Harkrader will lead this adventure through the savannas and forests of Motor Mill to see how fascinating the forest becomes at night and what there is to discover along the way. Meet at the trail head for the Robert Grau Savanna Trail to come along on this nighttime adventure. \nMotor Mill Historic Site is located at 23002 Grain Road\, Elkader\, Iowa. For more information on this and other events call 563-245-1516\, visit www.motormill.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/motor-mill-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250623T152130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T152130Z
UID:10000530-1752743700-1752771600@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Silos and Smokestacks Grand Tour: Amana Colonies
DESCRIPTION:Join Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. July’s destination will be a visit to the Amana Colonies. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:15 to carpool to our destination. \nThis O.W.L.S. adventure will take you to tour several of the colony’s attractions to learn about these fascinating villages steeped in German heritage. Join us the 3rd Thursday of each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore more of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Saturday\, and Sunday noon-4pm. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-silos-and-smokestacks-grand-tour-amana-colonies/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250602T153405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T153405Z
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SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Laura Ingles Wilder Museum & Locust School
DESCRIPTION:Join Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. June’s destination will be a visit to the Laura Ingles Wilder Museum & The Locust School in Burr Oak\, Iowa. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:30 to carpool to our destination. \nThis O.W.L.S. adventure will take you back in time to the pioneer era with these 2 amazing Historic Sites. Each site is part of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. Join us the 3rd Thursday of each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore more of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Saturday\, and Sunday noon-4pm. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-laura-ingles-wilder-museum-locust-school/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250314T154122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T172001Z
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SUMMARY:Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nClayton County Conservation is pleased to host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday\, June 7th from 8am – 11am at Osborne. Any Clayton County resident wishing to dispose of hazardous waste must call Floyd\, Mitchell\, Chickasaw Waste Management 1-641-982-4288 to set up an appointment. \n  \nWhen you call for an appointment\, they will determine if you are eligible to use their services\, if the materials you plan to bring are acceptable\, and get an idea of the quantities for staffing and equipment reasons. This is a free program offered by a grant through the Winneshiek County Solid Waste Agency. Latex paint will not be accepted.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/household-hazardous-waste-collection-day-2/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250512T144955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T144955Z
UID:10000497-1748628000-1748635200@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Bloody Run Burn Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bloody Run Burn Walk\nFriday\, May 30th (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM) \nBloody Run County Park \nCome and join the Clayton County Conservation Board for a guided hike exploring the effects of prescribed burning at Bloody Run County Park. Along the way we will discuss the timing\, conditions\, and frequency of fire at two different restoration sites and how the plant and animal communities have responded. \nThis hike will be great for landowners interested in prescribed burning\, and nature enthusiasts interested in seeing unique flora and fauna in one of Clayton County’s finest natural areas. \nParticipants should come prepared for a fairly rugged hike including off-trail terrain; pants\, sturdy shoes\, water\, bug repellent\, and sunscreen recommended.\nBloody Run County Park is located approximately one mile west of Marquette\, Iowa. Please call 563-245-1516 for more information or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/bloody-run-burn-walk/
LOCATION:Bloody Run\, Marquette\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250428T142339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T142339Z
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SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Riegel Blacksmith Shop & Historic Clermont
DESCRIPTION:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls \nSilos and Smokestacks Grand Tour–Riegel Blacksmith Shop and Historic Clermont  \nFriday\, May 30th \nReservations Required \n  \nJoin Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. May’s destination will be a visit to the Riegel Blacksmith Shop and Historic Clermont\, Iowa. Please meet at Osborne Park at 10:00 to carpool to our destination. \nThis O.W.L.S. adventure will be later in the month than usual on Friday May 30th.  Join us then as Clermont’s Historical Society takes us through downtown Clermont to see the Larrabee Building\, Depot\, and Riegel Blacksmith Shop. Normally you can join us the 3rd Thursday of each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Saturday\, and Sunday noon-4pm. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-riegel-blacksmith-shop-historic-clermont/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250331T162226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T162226Z
UID:10000485-1746122400-1746129600@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Osborne Campground Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join Clayton County Conservation for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Osborne Campground! The newly constructed campground is located south of the animal exhibit at Osborne Park. After the ribbon cutting we will provide hotdogs\, smores\, and beverages for you to enjoy next to a campfire! \nPreliminary earth work for the project began in November of 2023. Electric\, water\, and septic were installed in 2024. A shower/restroom facility was installed in the summer of 2024. Final grading & seeding on the project site was wrapped up by fall of 2024. \nThe new campground has 20 campsites with electric\, water\, fire pits and picnic tables. There are also 7 tent sites. The location of the new campground provides easy access to hiking trails\, the Volga River\, and of course the Osborne Nature Center and Outdoor Wildlife Exhibit. \nOsborne Nature Center & campground is located at 29862 Osborne Rd. Elkader\, IA 52043.  For more information on this and other events call 563-245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/osborne-campground-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250327T235519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T235519Z
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SUMMARY:Birds\, Blooms\, and Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Birds\, Blooms\, and Mushrooms \nAn Earth Day Hike \nTuesday\, April 22nd\, 5:30 pm \nJoin Naturalist Abbey for a nature hike on April 22nd at 5:30 pm. This great way to celebrate Earth Day will get you closer to nature by taking in the beauty of spring walking through the Osborne Forest. We will look for returning songbirds and spring jewels hidden along the forest floor. \nOsborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. For more information on these events call 563-245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/birds-blooms-and-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250324T175506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T175506Z
UID:10000477-1744995600-1745010000@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Pasque Flower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Pasque Flower Hike \nMotor Mill Historic Site \nFriday\, April 18\, 5:00 PM \n  \nThe Pasque flower is one of the earliest blooming wildflowers in Iowa\, and a welcome sign that a new growing season is underway. While relatively common in remnant prairies\, this beautiful little flower is rarely seen in Clayton County due to a loss of habitat\, and the rugged terrain in which the remaining populations are found. \nCome and join Clayton County Conservation for a guided hike in search of this iconic species at the Motor Mill Historic Site. We will meet in the campground at 5:00 PM before hiking approximately half a mile up a nearby ridge to view this delicate prairie species. Participants should come prepared for a fairly strenuous off-trail hike. \nThe Motor Mill Historic Site is located at 23002 Grain Road\, Elkader\, IA. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org\, call the Osborne Nature Center at 563-245-1516 or email KSlocum@ClaytoncountyIA.gov
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/pasque-flower-hike-2/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250324T180007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T180007Z
UID:10000478-1744279200-1744304400@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Jamaican Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jamaican Garden Tour \nOsborne Auditorium \nThursday\, April 10\, 10:00 AM \n  \nJoin Clayton County Conservation Director\, Jenna Van Meeteren\, for a Jamaican Garden Tour presentation at the Osborne Welcome Center on Thursday\, April 10 beginning at 10am. Participants will observe a short slideshow of flora observed from a recent trip to Whitehouse Jamaica and learn about the flowers and fruits of the Caribbean. Other images and anecdotal stories of the trip will be shared as well. Registration is not required for this free event. \nOsborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/jamaican-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250306T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153021Z
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SUMMARY:Syrup Tapping Demo
DESCRIPTION:Syrup Tapping Demo \nPony Hollow Trail \nSaturday\, March 22nd\, 10:00 AM \nReservations Required \n  \nCome and learn how to tap trees and make syrup with local producer Ben Hoksch of Front Yard Sugar\, and enjoy a short nature hike on the second day of spring! Ben is an accomplished forager\, with over a decade of experience making maple syrup from trees in urban yards and boulevards to help citizens connect with the natural world right outside their doorstep. \nReservations are required\, but the event is free. We will meet at the shelter house at the Elkader City Park at 10:00 AM before heading out on the Pony Hollow Trail to learn to identify the best trees for sap production\, and the ins-and-outs of turning that sap into syrup. \nReserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/syrup-tapping-demo/
LOCATION:Elkader City Park Shelter House\, 707 South High Street\, Elkader\, Iowa\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250221T175937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T175937Z
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SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Silos and Smokestacks Grand Tour
DESCRIPTION:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls  \nSilos and Smokestacks Grand Tour–Grout Museum/Sullivan Brothers Veterans Museum  \nThursday\, March 20th  \nReservations Required  \n  \nJoin Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls for the 2025 season beginning on Thursday\, March 20th. This year’s theme is a grand tour of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area. March’s destination will be a visit to the Grout Museum/Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum in Waterloo\, Iowa. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:00 to carpool to our destination.  \nAre you looking for an excuse to get out of the house\, meet new friends and enjoy a meal while you learn about our area? Join us the 3rd Thursday of each month\, March through November\, for O.W.L.S.\, Older Wiser Livelier Souls. March’s tour of the Grout Museum of History and Science and the Sullivan Brothers Veterans Museum are two of Iowa’s finest\, state-of-the-art museums. Each month will feature a new Silos and Smokestacks Site\, so join us as we explore the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area  \nReservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org. 
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-silos-and-smokestacks-grand-tour/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20250113T154707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T154707Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowl \nFriday\, January 31\, 5:30pm \nOsborne Nature Center\nReservations Required \n  \nCome out to Osborne Park on Friday\, January 31st at 5:30pm to learn about these secretive nocturnal animals.  Visitors will learn about all the things that make owls so amazing before heading out to the forest to look and listen along Osborne’s trails while we try to call owls in. This fun night hike will last about an hour and a half.  Remember to bring a flashlight and dress for the weather!    \n  \nThe Osborne Center is located on Highway 13\, ten miles north of Strawberry Point or five miles south of Elkader.  The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. Please call 563-245-1516 for more information or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org. \n 
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/owl-prowl-2/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20241028T144736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T144736Z
UID:10000456-1732377600-1732384800@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Motor Mill Inn and Bridge Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of this holiday season at the Motor Mill Historic Site! In addition to the traditional lighting of the Motor Mill Bridge\, the Inn will also feature Christmas decor this year. \nAs you step into the Inn you will get to experience Christmas from two different time periods. The Pioneer Parlor will take you back to the early days of the Inn with an 1870s view and taste of Christmas celebration. Wander from the parlor into the original kitchen of the Inn for a mid-20th century dining room experience with treats you may remember from celebrations with grand and great grandparents. \nSo\, head over the river and through the woods to Motor Mill for an evening of beautiful lights\, holiday treats\, and memories of Christmas past.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/motor-mill-inn-and-bridge-lighting/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20241028T145053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T145053Z
UID:10000457-1732186800-1732208400@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:OWLS: American Dream: The Life and Times of Henry A. Wallace
DESCRIPTION:The Clayton County Conservation Board and the Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls program has received funding from Humanities Iowa\, a private\, non-profit\, to host a presentation called “American Dreamer: The Life and Times of Henry A. Wallace ” presented by Tom Milligan. This presentation will be held at the Osborne Conservation Center on Thursday\, November 21st at 11:00 a.m. A cultural resource for Iowans since 1971\, Humanities Iowa offers many cultural and historical programs and grants to Iowa’s communities. \nThis year’s O.W.L.S. theme is “NEIA Farm and Ag Tour”\, and we decided to bring back Tom Milligan for the last O.W.L.S. event of this season. Tom does a wonderful job portraying historical figures from Iowa and last time he visited us we had a packed house. In this one act play based on the award-winning book of the same name by Senator John C. Culver and John Hyde\, Tom portrays Henry A Wallace\, innovator and founder of Pioneer Hi-Bred Seed Corn Company\, who became US Secretary of Agriculture\, and later Vice President under Franklin Roosevelt. Admired by many and later branded as a Socialist during his controversial 1948 campaign for the presidency\, Wallace always held out a vision for the future. \nPlease reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  The presentation will be held at 11 a.m. at the Osborne Conservation Center on November 21st. Following the program will be a potluck lunch\, so please bring a dish to pass.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/owls-american-dream-the-life-and-times-of-henry-a-wallace/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240923T181328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T181328Z
UID:10000448-1729933200-1729962000@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Pony Hollow 5K and 15K Trail Runs
DESCRIPTION:  \nPony Hollow 5K & 15K Trail Runs \nSaturday\, Oct 26th\, 9:00 AM \nPony Hollow Trail Elkader \nRegistration Required \nCome join Clayton County Conservation for the 6th annual Pony Hollow 15k Trail Run and 2nd annual 5k run/walk! This mostly flat\, lime-chipped course with scenic autumn views makes this a truly unique event. \nMale and female age group winners will receive a prize. Pre-registration info can be found on our website and packet pick up will be on race day in the Elkader City Park shelter house from 7:30-8:45. Register by Oct 19th to receive race swag. Registration price will increase on race day so get those entries in soon. \nThis event raises funds to be used towards the completion of the trail loop which will connect the two trailheads. We have secured $725\,572 in local\, state and federal funds and can secure an additional $220\,000 if we can close the fundraising gap of $150\,000 for this first mile. We know this trail extension will be a huge benefit to Elkader by providing more recreational areas and increasing economic returns to the community. \nNot a runner but still want to support this project? Donations can be accepted at Clayton County Conservation. We are also looking for volunteers to help on race day. Contact Molly at 563-245-1516 if you are willing to help.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/pony-hollow-5k-and-15k-trail-runs/
LOCATION:Elkader City Park Shelter House\, 707 South High Street\, Elkader\, Iowa\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240909T171627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T171627Z
UID:10000446-1729186200-1729195200@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Music Under the Moon
DESCRIPTION:“Music Under the Moon at Motor Mill” \nThursday\, October 17th 5:30 – 8:00 PM \nMotor Mill Historic Site \n  \nMark your calendars for Motor Mill’s “Music Under the Moon” event on Thursday\, October 17th from 5:30-8:00 PM at Motor Mill. This event is a collaboration between Clayton County Conservation\, Turkey River Cabin Concerts\, and the Motor Mill Foundation. \n  \nGather at the Motor Mill Stable to enjoy some live bluegrass and folk music performed by Marques Morel and Simon Cropp! Popcorn and cider will be available at the event. Bring your own chairs\, and any additional food or beverages. This will be a free-will donation event with funds going towards supporting Motor Mill Foundation projects. \n  \nAfter the show guests are encouraged to join in for a Full Moon Woodland Wander guided by one of our Clayton County Naturalists. Explore the woodland trails under the light of the full moon! \n  \nFor more information call 245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org. Motor Mill Historic Site is located at 23002 Grain Road\, Elkader\, Iowa. 
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/music-under-the-moon/
LOCATION:Motor Mill\, Elkader\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240923T180809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T180809Z
UID:10000447-1729159200-1729180800@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:O.W.L.S. Iowa Dairy Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the O.W.L.S. as we tour the Iowa Dairy Center located south of Calmar on HWY-150. We will be doing a guided tour of the Iowa Dairy Museum along with walking through the various other facilities on the site. \nWe will be viewing the state-of-the-art robotic milking facility that was added to the farm in 2013 which milks around 160 of the farms Holstein cows in total! Tour will also include a walkthrough of the free stall barn\, maternity barn\, calf barn\, and the hall of breeds. \nThe group will leave from Osborne Park at 10:00 a.m. and the tour will begin at 11:00 a.m. After the tour we will stop at a local restaurant for lunch & plan to return to Osborne by 4:00 PM. Reservations are required for this event\, so call 563-245-1516 early to ensure a spot. \nOsborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. For more information call 245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org. \n 
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/o-w-l-s-iowa-dairy-center-tour/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240826T135833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T135833Z
UID:10000444-1728813600-1728835200@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Osborne Heritage Days
DESCRIPTION:Clayton County Conservation’s 49th Annual Osborne Heritage Days will be held on Saturday and Sunday\, October 12th and 13th\, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. each day.  Travel back in time to experience some of the sights\, sounds\, smells and activities of early pioneers during this family fun event. Heritage Days is held in the Pioneer Village of Osborne Park\, located 5 miles south of Elkader on Highway 13. \nHeritage Days recreates some of the crafts\, skills and lifestyles of the early pioneers.  Visitors get to experience what life was like long ago during this glimpse of the past.  Over 30 demonstrations are featured\, including spinning\, basketry\, soap making\, printing press\, woodcrafts\, candle making and many others. \nMany pioneer-era foods are featured at Heritage Days as well.  Treats include homemade root beer\, kettle corn\, fresh baked goods and jerky.  Samples of buffalo stew are also given out during the weekend.  A farmer’s market features pumpkins\, apples\, honey\, preserves\, maple syrup\, sorghum\, horseradish and much more.  Lunch options available will including sandwiches\, barbecues\, pork on a stick\, smoked turkey legs\, and more. \nFeatured events include Gary Froiland’s One-Man-Band and storyteller Pat Coffie on Saturday.  Sunday will have a pioneer church service\, music from The Andregg Family Band\, pumpkin contests\, an auction\, and the 24th Annual Iowa Championship Buffalo Chip Throwing Contest!  “Thomas” the kiddie train will also be back and many other special events and demonstrations.  Contests are as follows: \nSeeking Contest Participants for the Great Pumpkin Contest\, the best decorated pumpkin contest\, and for the Championship Buffalo Chip Throw.  Anyone interested in participating in any of these contests\, please visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org for details or contact us at 563-245-1516. \nAll demonstrations and events at Heritage Days are free.  Don’t miss this opportunity to relive history!  For more information\, phone (563) 245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/osborne-heritage-days/2024-10-13/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240826T135833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T135833Z
UID:10000443-1728727200-1728748800@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Osborne Heritage Days
DESCRIPTION:Clayton County Conservation’s 49th Annual Osborne Heritage Days will be held on Saturday and Sunday\, October 12th and 13th\, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. each day.  Travel back in time to experience some of the sights\, sounds\, smells and activities of early pioneers during this family fun event. Heritage Days is held in the Pioneer Village of Osborne Park\, located 5 miles south of Elkader on Highway 13. \nHeritage Days recreates some of the crafts\, skills and lifestyles of the early pioneers.  Visitors get to experience what life was like long ago during this glimpse of the past.  Over 30 demonstrations are featured\, including spinning\, basketry\, soap making\, printing press\, woodcrafts\, candle making and many others. \nMany pioneer-era foods are featured at Heritage Days as well.  Treats include homemade root beer\, kettle corn\, fresh baked goods and jerky.  Samples of buffalo stew are also given out during the weekend.  A farmer’s market features pumpkins\, apples\, honey\, preserves\, maple syrup\, sorghum\, horseradish and much more.  Lunch options available will including sandwiches\, barbecues\, pork on a stick\, smoked turkey legs\, and more. \nFeatured events include Gary Froiland’s One-Man-Band and storyteller Pat Coffie on Saturday.  Sunday will have a pioneer church service\, music from The Andregg Family Band\, pumpkin contests\, an auction\, and the 24th Annual Iowa Championship Buffalo Chip Throwing Contest!  “Thomas” the kiddie train will also be back and many other special events and demonstrations.  Contests are as follows: \nSeeking Contest Participants for the Great Pumpkin Contest\, the best decorated pumpkin contest\, and for the Championship Buffalo Chip Throw.  Anyone interested in participating in any of these contests\, please visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org for details or contact us at 563-245-1516. \nAll demonstrations and events at Heritage Days are free.  Don’t miss this opportunity to relive history!  For more information\, phone (563) 245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/osborne-heritage-days/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240826T140212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T140212Z
UID:10000445-1726741800-1726758000@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls (OWLS) Fall Wineries Tour
DESCRIPTION:Osborne’s next Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls program will be on Thursday\, September 19th. September’s program is a “Fall Wineries Tour.” \n Join the O.W.L.S. as we explore beautiful Northeast Iowa as we travel to two wineries. The first stop will be at one of our local Clayton County wineries that we have not been to yet\, Jenning’s Winery to tour their winery and learn their story. From there we will travel southeast to Park Farm Winery for lunch overlooking their beautiful vineyard. \nThis excursion will leave from Osborne Park at 10:30 a.m. and the shuttle will return to Osborne around 3:00 p.m. Reservations are required at 245-1516 so call early to ensure a spot. \nOsborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. For more information call 245-1516 or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/older-wiser-livelier-souls-owls-fall-wineries-tour/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240701T154418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T154418Z
UID:10000417-1722112200-1722121200@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Sky Fishing for Moths
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of sky fishing for moths and other nocturnal insects! No registration required!
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/sky-fishing-for-moths/
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240603T154758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T154758Z
UID:10000409-1718704800-1718730000@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls  Tour Turkey River Farm
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 18th \nReservations Required \nThe next Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls program will be on Tuesday\, June 18th. This year’s theme is “NEIA Farm and Ag Tour”\, and June’s program will be a visit to Turkey River Farm near Elkader. Please meet at Osborne Park at 10:00 to carpool to our destination for a tour at 10:30. \nPete Kerns and Natasha Hegmann began Turkey River Farm in 2015 as an effort to bring fresh and local produce to their Northeast Iowan neighbors. They have built their business up to 100-member Community Supported Agriculture shares (CSA’s). They also recently added the greenhouse in Elkader and expand their business to include bedding plants\, perennials\, workshops\, and more. The visit will include a luncheon prepared at Turkey River Farm. Join this fun day at their farm for a tour and learning adventure while we sample some locally grown foods. \nReserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/older-wiser-livelier-souls-tour-turkey-river-farm/
LOCATION:Osborne Nature Center\, 29862 Osborne Road\, Elkader\, IA\, 52043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240424T194552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T194611Z
UID:10000393-1717059600-1717077600@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls  Norman Borlaug Boyhood Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nOlder\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls \nNorman Borlaug Boyhood Farm Tour \nThursday\, May 30th \nReservations Required \nThe next Older\, Wiser\, Livelier\, Souls program will be on Thursday\, May 30th. This year’s theme is “NEIA Farm and Ag Tour”\, and May’s program will be a tour of the Norman Borlaug Boyhood Farm near Cresco\, Iowa. Please meet at Osborne Park at 9:15 to carpool to our destination. \nJoin us to learn how Dr. Norman E Borlaug became known as the Father of the Green Revolution. Tour the site where the seeds of inspiration began for young Norman which shaped his scientific and humanitarian work that earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970. The farm is a Silos and Smokestacks NHS and includes a schoolhouse\, home\, farm buildings and fields. Reservations are required. Reserve your spot today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center.  Osborne Nature Center is located on HWY 13 five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm\, Monday-Friday. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/older-wiser-livelier-souls-norman-borlaug-boyhood-farm-tour/
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115804
CREATED:20240423T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T164812Z
UID:10000392-1715965200-1715972400@elkader-iowa.com
SUMMARY:“Savanna Saunter”
DESCRIPTION:“Savanna Saunter” \n5:00 PM \nFriday\, May 17th \nBloody Run County Park \nJoin naturalist & natural resource manager Kenny Slocum for a guided hike through one of Clayton County Conservation’s highest quality natural areas at Bloody Run County Park. The restored oak savannas\, oak-hickory woodland\, and goat prairies have been a major focus of the CCCB’s restoration efforts\, showcased by the rugged 1.3 mile Well’s Hollow Trail. \nEarly summer sees this jewel at its most splendid\, with excellent opportunities to view wildflowers in bloom\, neotropical birds\, abundant pollinators\, and unique reptiles if the sun is shining. \nParticipants should come prepared for the primitive trail with steep sections\, rough footing\, and possible off-trail ventures to interesting points. Sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and water are recommended. \nMeet at the loop at the far end of the campground\, near site #20. Bloody Run County Park is located one mile west of Marquette\, Iowa. For more information on events visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.
URL:https://elkader-iowa.com/event/savanna-saunter-2/
LOCATION:Bloody Run\, Marquette\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Clayton County Conservation
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