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Join us for a reception and presentation by 2026 Schantz Brother's Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Seth Breeding, highlighting the continuing legacy of birding passion inspired by the Schantz brothers. This will start at 10 AM at the Madison County Conservation Center in Pammel Park. For those interested, there will also be an optional birding hike at ... Read more
Join us the Madison County Conservation Center on July 7th from 6-7PM to learn about our endangered Barn Owls in Madison County! Free will donation equally shared by Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education and a conservation organization of the speaker's choice.
Join us at the Madison County Sportman's Club on Sept 1 from 6-7PM. Adam Janke of Iowa State University will teach us how to hunt and fish lead-free. Free will donation to be shared equally between Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education and a conservation organization of the speaker's choice.
DARK SKY WORKSHOP Featured Speakers Chuck Spindler Photography & Eric Burson Photography “I have a passion for nature photography, and I also enjoy capturing local sports and fire scenes in my role as the PIO for the Creston Fire Department. Since moving to rural Iowa, I’ve discovered a love for photographing the Milky Way and ... Read more
You're invited to an unforgettable Evening Under the Stars as the Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education hosts its annual Fundraising Dinner & Auction on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Join us for an evening of great food, local beverages, live entertainment, and exciting auctions—all in support of Madison County's beautiful parks. Evening Schedule 5:00 PM ... Read more
LIVE WILD: Madison County Hunt with Catherine Cummings, DNR Wildlife Depredation Biologist, Tuesday, Oct 6 at the Madison County Conservation Center. From Herd to Harvest: What to Expect this Deer Season Headed out to the deer stand this fall? Join Catherine Cummings with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for a hunter-focused talk on what ... Read more
Join us at the Madison County Conservation Center on Oct 6 from 6-7PM. Amy Warnke of Madison County Conservation will teach us how to do traditional basket weaving. Free will donation to be shared equally between Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education and a conservation organization of the speaker's choice.
Did you know you can sometimes see the Northern Lights right here in Iowa? Over the past year, several geomagnetic storms have made Aurora viewing possible across the state. Join Naturalist Jess Lancial—from curious newcomer to dedicated Aurora chaser—as she shares some of the fascinating science basics behind the Northern Lights. Learn how to use ... Read more