Artistry with Aaron: Barred Owl

Artistry with Aaron: Barred Owl

February 1st, 6:30PM - 8:00PM at Benton County Nature Center;

$30 for participants 17+, $20 for 16 & under

Historians believe that Harriet Tubman, an avid naturalist, used the barred owls call as a signal for people seeking to use the Underground Railroad.

This painting class led by Naturalist Aaron will include step-by-step instruction, one

11x14” canvas and painting supplies to make a realistic barred owl painting.

Registration required by visiting:

https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton/Park/Benton-County-Nature-Center/Events/21841/Artistry-with-Aaron-Barred-Owls.aspx. Registration closes 1/27/23.

Toddler Time: Cuddly Critters

Toddler Time: Cuddly Critters

February 3rd, 10:00AM - 11:30AM at Benton County Nature Center; Free

Join us for Cuddly Critters where we will learn about some of Iowa's cutest critters. This program will include a book and puppets. Toddler Time is suitable for kids under the age of 5. Registration is required by visiting: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton/Park/Benton-County-Nature-Center/Events/21843/Toddler-Time-Cuddly-Critter.aspx

Full Moon Snowshoe & Campfire Desserts

Full Moon Snowshoe & Campfire Desserts

February 3rd, 6:30PM - 8:00PM at Benton County Nature Center; Free

If you can walk, you can snowshoe! Join us for an evening of campfire desserts and snowshoeing under the full moon. This program is free and weather dependent. If there is not at least 4 inches of snow, this program will be cancelled. Due to snowshoe size, this program is suitable for youth 11 and up. Registration is required by visiting: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton/Park/Benton-County-Nature-Center/Events/21865/Full-Moon-Snowshoe-Campfire-Desserts.aspx

Ice Fishing at Rodgers Lake Park

Ice Fishing at Rodgers Lake Park

Saturday, February 11th, 8:30AM - 1:00 PM; $5 for individuals +16 years

It’s that time of year again for Benton County Conservation Ice Fishing Tournament! Parking and arrival starts at 7:00am with parking available at designated marked areas. During this event ONLY, gates will be open to vehicle traffic to access the North end of the lake.

Tournament registration starts at 7:30am with auguring and fishing starting at 8:30am. Registration will be located at the Enclosed Shelter. Individuals 16 and older must present a valid fishing license to participate.

To enter into the tournament, it is $5 for individuals over 16 years old and free for kids 15 and younger. Cash raffles for sale the day of along with 50/50 & more! Prizes will be given to the longest Bluegill, Crappie, & Bass. Fishing on the main lake only. Cash prize for 16 and older and prizes for 15 and younger. Cash raffles will be sold the day of only. Must be present to win raffles or 1st place fish prize.

Visit our Facebook for more information. Contact Ranger Hach at 319-560-9803 with questions.