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Madison County's Most Wanted will feature writers’ workshops, book discussions, community art projects, and more—all exploring the fascinating and sometimes humorous world of human-wildlife conflict, as portrayed in Fuzz. Themes from the book will be localized to highlight issues relevant to Madison County, including rattlesnakes, foxes, coyotes, and bats…as well as an exotic perspective from ... Read more
Join us at the new Madison County Conservation Center in Pammel Park for our LIVE WILD 2026 Speaker Series! These events will be held the first TUESDAY of each month from 6-7 PM. More information about each event coming SOON! Free Will Donation: Proceeds will be equally shared between Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education ... Read more
Join the Southwest Iowa Soil Health (SWISH) Group for the 2nd meeting of the 2026 Winter Meeting Series! HOW FARMERS CAN UTILIZE AI TOOLS Alexis Stevens, Director of Farm Operations with Momentis, will be discussing how farmers and their advisors can use simple artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make decisions, maximize Return on Investment (ROI), ... Read more
Join us for an expert panel discussion! An expert panel discussion on handling real-life encounters with Madison County’s most misunderstood wildlife. Q & A Common misperceptions Benefits of animals How to deal with conflict Virtual Option Available Panelists: Jim Pottebaum, Veterinarian/Owner at Winterset Veterinary Center Marlene Ehresman, Executive Director of the Iowa Wildlife Center Catherine ... Read more
Join us at the Madison County Conservation Center on Saturday, Feb. 21st from 1-2PM! Dr. Greg Rasmussen is a 2023 Indianapolis Prize nominee and wildlife conservationist who has studied the critically endangered painted dog for over thirty years, one of the longest studies of the species ever conducted. Working in Zimbabwe, he is the founder ... Read more
To provide a network and support system for women in natural resources and environmental fields; To promote the entrance, retention, and advancement of women in the natural resource and environmental careers. Register before Feb. 2 to get a better deal. Here is the link: https://www.iwinr.com/.../c1f066...
If you've ever considered getting a hive or two of honeybees, Spring is the time to do it. We'll discuss the importance of honeybees as pollinators in addition to honey & other hive products we may glean as beekeepers. We'll cover some basics of bee biology & behavior, which really is what makes beekeeping such ... Read more
Join us on Friday, March 6, 2026, for the Madison County Covered Bridge Chapter's Annual Banquet and Auction at the Jackson Building on the Madison County Fairgrounds! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a prime rib dinner, games, silent auction, live auction, and raffles! All proceeds from this banquet stay local to improve habitat and ... Read more