AMES, Iowa—Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms, will host a conservation practice showcase field day on Thursday, August 8th from 6:00-8:
Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, 9981 Pacific St, Prairie City, IA 50228
Take a step back in time at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge’s annual Bison Day! All ages are welcome to spend a day on the prairie and discover the wonders of the bison. The FREE event will take place on Saturday, August 3, from 9:00 a.m.
Wickiup Hill Learning Center, 10260 Morris Hills Rd, Toddville, IA
Learn about the biology, identification, and habitat management for the rusty-patched bumble bee from experts from Iowa DNR, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Xerces Society. Then head out into the field for surveys and research.