Events

Watch this space for upcoming programs and events happening with Mahaska County Conservation! Registration forms and flyers for specific events are listed below.

Special Event Flyers - view and print event information by selecting an event.

Halloween Bash 2025

Youth Outdoor Field Day 2025

 

March 11, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am

Knee-High Naturalists "Animal Tea Party"

You’re invited to a special Animal Tea Party!

Children ages 5 and younger are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal as their very own tea party guest. We’ll enjoy snacks along with lemonade and hot chocolate, play fun games, and make new friends together. Dress-up is welcome—feel free to wear your fanciest, funniest, or favorite outfit for the celebration!

Pre-registration is needed, and you can sign up using this link:

Knee-High Naturalists "Animal Tea Party" - Caldwell Park, Mahaska County, IA - MyCountyPark.com

Event Location

Environmental Learning Center
2342 Hwy. 92
Oskaloosa, IA
March 13, 2026
9:00am to 10:00am

Coffee Club

Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk about upcoming programs, volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County Conservation, and about everything in nature.

This month, bring a coffee cup or mug that the color GREEN on it to take part in a door prize. Registration is not needed, and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.

Event Location

Environmental Learning Center
2342 Highway 92
Oskaloosa, IA
March 19, 2026
6:00pm to 7:00pm

Macrame Plant Hanger & Wall Art Workshop

Join us for a fun and creative macramé workshop! Participants of all ages can choose to make either a macramé plant hanger or a unique piece of wall art crafted on natural sticks. No experience is needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing evening of hands-on crafting!

Save your seat by signing up with this link:

Macrame Plant Hanger & Wall Art Workshop - Caldwell Park, Mahaska County, IA - MyCountyPark.com

Please note that there is a waiting list for this program.  Go ahead and sign up!

Event Location

Environmental Learning Center
2342 Highway 92
Oskaloosa, IA
March 25, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am

Homeschool Science Lab "Inventions From Nature"

Discover how nature inspires human creativity! Homeschool students will explore real examples of inventions in medicine, clothing, food, and more that were created by observing plants, animals, and natural systems. From Velcro to bullet-proof vests, nature has shaped countless ideas. After exploring these fascinating examples, kids will have the chance to design and build their own nature-inspired invention. A hands-on, creative adventure in biomimicry!

Pre-registration is needed, and you can sign up using this link:

Homeschool Science Lab "Inventions From Nature" - Caldwell Park, Mahaska County, IA - MyCountyPark.com

Event Location

Environmental Learning Center
2342 Hwy. 92
Oskaloosa, IA