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Fun event planned for Sunday at Otter Creek

Pictured is Mike Havlik, Naturalist at the Des Moines YMCA Camp near Boone. Mike will entertain and educate with his presentation “Big Owls Hoot, Little Owls Toot.” The program includes live owls and is part of the FREE 55th Anniversary celebration at Otter Creek Park Sunday.

On Sunday, October 5, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. the Tama County Conservation Board will be hosting a fun and interesting 55th Anniversary celebration. The event will be hosted at the Tama County Nature Center, Otter Creek Lake and Park. The day’s festivities are offered free of charge.

The event will offer an enjoyable afternoon at your park, Otter Creek Lake and Park. A variety of demonstrations, programs, and hands-on opportunities are planned for the day making it a “don’t miss” family friendly event.

“Reflecting back on 55 years of County Conservation Board history is only part of the event,” states John Keenan, Board Chairman. “We want to celebrate all the agencies and people that provide quality conservation and natural resource programs and the people who enjoy being outdoors in Tama County. We’d like to invite you, your family and friends to attend this special event.”

The 55th Anniversary event marks the official grand opening of the beautiful riparian diorama which serves to inspire people to get outdoors and appreciate the natural world around them. Come take a look!

Some outstanding programs will greet guests to the Tama County Nature Center. Mike Havlik, one of the best naturalists in the state, will be using live owls to help you learn more about these interesting raptors. His outstanding program is entitled, “Big Owls Hoot, Little Owls Toot!”.

Terry Brown, of Museum Professionals, will provide a program entitled, “How to Build a Diorama”. Terry will describe all that went into making the new riparian diorama at your Nature Center. You will be astounded at this process. Following his presentation Terry will be available near the diorama to answer questions.

The demonstrations will allow you to learn from local residents that are active in various outdoor activities and conservation professionals. These folks will share their love of the outdoors, how they got started and how they enjoy the activities they participate in. Come see a dog in action as John Kavalier, Tama, demonstrates how he trains his dog for field trials. Talk to Dwayne Wood, Toledo, an avid fly fisherman as he shares the techniques needed to catch fish via a fly. Jeff Filloon, Toledo, who enjoys trapping, will demonstrate the skills required for trapping game. DNR Fish Biologist Paul Sleeper will explain how electric shocking is used in fish management and will talk about some live fish that he will bring to the event. Tim Thompson, Wildlife Biologist and Tom Smith, Wildlife Technician, will explain what they are doing these days to benefit wildlife populations.

Some of the hands on activities will include: archery, how to test lake water, a boat ride on the lake, and a horse ride for the little ones.

A mini- marketplace will be set up in the Nature Center parking lot where you can purchase something to eat including hot dogs, brats, kolaches, pulled pork and brisket sandwiches. Root beer floats can be purchased to wash it all down. Also expected is a display of hand-crafted jewelry, a beekeeper with fresh Iowa honey, and a wood-carver who creates beautiful mushroom carvings.

Come join the fun on Sunday, October 5 at Otter Creek Lake and Park!

Fun event planned for Sunday at Otter Creek

Pictured is Mike Havlik, Naturalist at the Des Moines YMCA Camp near Boone. Mike will entertain and educate with his presentation “Big Owls Hoot, Little Owls Toot.” The program includes live owls and is part of the FREE 55th Anniversary celebration at Otter Creek Park Sunday.

On Sunday, October 5, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. the Tama County Conservation Board will be hosting a fun and interesting 55th Anniversary celebration. The event will be hosted at the Tama County Nature Center, Otter Creek Lake and Park. The day’s festivities are offered free of charge.

The event will offer an enjoyable afternoon at your park, Otter Creek Lake and Park. A variety of demonstrations, programs, and hands-on opportunities are planned for the day making it a “don’t miss” family friendly event.

“Reflecting back on 55 years of County Conservation Board history is only part of the event,” states John Keenan, Board Chairman. “We want to celebrate all the agencies and people that provide quality conservation and natural resource programs and the people who enjoy being outdoors in Tama County. We’d like to invite you, your family and friends to attend this special event.”

The 55th Anniversary event marks the official grand opening of the beautiful riparian diorama which serves to inspire people to get outdoors and appreciate the natural world around them. Come take a look!

Some outstanding programs will greet guests to the Tama County Nature Center. Mike Havlik, one of the best naturalists in the state, will be using live owls to help you learn more about these interesting raptors. His outstanding program is entitled, “Big Owls Hoot, Little Owls Toot!”.

Terry Brown, of Museum Professionals, will provide a program entitled, “How to Build a Diorama”. Terry will describe all that went into making the new riparian diorama at your Nature Center. You will be astounded at this process. Following his presentation Terry will be available near the diorama to answer questions.

The demonstrations will allow you to learn from local residents that are active in various outdoor activities and conservation professionals. These folks will share their love of the outdoors, how they got started and how they enjoy the activities they participate in. Come see a dog in action as John Kavalier, Tama, demonstrates how he trains his dog for field trials. Talk to Dwayne Wood, Toledo, an avid fly fisherman as he shares the techniques needed to catch fish via a fly. Jeff Filloon, Toledo, who enjoys trapping, will demonstrate the skills required for trapping game. DNR Fish Biologist Paul Sleeper will explain how electric shocking is used in fish management and will talk about some live fish that he will bring to the event. Tim Thompson, Wildlife Biologist and Tom Smith, Wildlife Technician, will explain what they are doing these days to benefit wildlife populations.

Some of the hands on activities will include: archery, how to test lake water, a boat ride on the lake, and a horse ride for the little ones.

A mini- marketplace will be set up in the Nature Center parking lot where you can purchase something to eat including hot dogs, brats, kolaches, pulled pork and brisket sandwiches. Root beer floats can be purchased to wash it all down. Also expected is a display of hand-crafted jewelry, a beekeeper with fresh Iowa honey, and a wood-carver who creates beautiful mushroom carvings.

Come join the fun on Sunday, October 5 at Otter Creek Lake and Park!