Peterson, Iowa — The O’Brien County Conservation Board is looking forward to hosting guided/self-guided experiences at our parks this summer. Public programming will be taking on a new look this summer. Join the naturalist for a different kind of outdoor fun.
“If These Rocks Could Talk” is the next program in the summer series. It will be held at the Prairie Heritage Center on Thursday, August 6 from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. This program take a look a different types of rocks from collections as well as around the center. O’Brien County Naturalist Charlene Elyea tells us more.
(As said, “In the evening of Thursday, August 6th from 4 o’clock until 6 o’clock. Once again it’s a come and go so come out, whatever time works for you, and we’ll be meeting in the parking lot at the Prairie Heritage Center and we’ll be looking at rocks this time. There’s a lot of cool rocks that are out there and we’ll talk a little bit about that and let people do a little exploring.”)
The naturalist will welcome you and your group to give you an introduction and instructions. Your group must not include more than ten participants. Take-home materials will be provided, and stations will be marked along the trail for your enjoyment. If at any point, your group encounters another along the trail, please announce your presence and allow a safe passing distance.
The naturalist looks forward to helping you enjoy and explore the outdoors. Families are encouraged to attend together. Look forward to more of these types of programs during Summer 2020.
For more information you can call the Prairie Heritage Center at 712-295-7200.
