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Dutch Oven Cooking

Sensational cooking is not just done in the kitchen! Discover the fun and delicious world of Dutch oven cooking in the outdoors. Learn some basics while working in small groups to prepare a variety of dishes. We will explore diverse recipes covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Enjoy a community meal after baking with fire. This program is intended for ages 16 and up. Please indicate any food preferences/allergies upon registration to allow time to meet your needs. $20 per person. Registration deadline May 24. Please note that this program has limited spots available!

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Lime Creek Littles - Exciting Insects!

Children ages 4-6 with their adults will learn all about insects and what makes them so important through stories, games and exploration! This program will be outside, weather permitting. Please remember to call the nature center to register for this free experience.

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Recreation Renegades-For Youth Completing 5th & 6th Grade

For youth completing 5th & 6th grade. Explore outdoors and do more. Discover new activities and develop and hone new outdoor skills. Some activities include canoeing, fishing, fire and shelter building, orienteering, and outdoor cooking.

LCNC Member ~ $35/camper and Non-member ~ $40/camper. Lunch is provided each day of camp.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 1

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Caving Adventure (Double Overnight)-For Youth Completing 9th-12th Grade

For youth completing 9th - 12th grade. Explore Iowa underground! Go caving, hiking, and climbing on a two-night spelunking adventure in Eastern Iowa. This opportunity is all about new experiences, discovering nature, and having fun! Build confidence and grow your abilities. Please note that caving involves crawling through dark, small spaces.

PRE-REGISTRATION WITH PAPERWORK REQUIRED BY JULY 8 ~10 SPOTS AVAILABLE. Cost is $65/camper.

**This is a joint program with Worth County Conservation**

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Conservation Coffee Club - Return to the South Nahanni River

Enjoy some social time with coffee, tea and treats followed by a conservation focused program. Dr. Gary Levinson canoed the South Nahanni in the Northwest Territories near the arctic circle with a buddy in 1974. Throughout their marriage, Gary has wanted to share that extraordinary  experience with his wife, Jackie Armstrong. When they reached their 70s in August 2023, they realized that they were not getting any younger and decided that it was now or never.

Join us as they share their adventure dodging Canadian wildfires, rafting, canoeing and swimming in glacier melt streams! 

Cost is $3.00 for nature center members or $5.00 for non-members. Registration deadline July 19.

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Water Wanderers-For Youth Completing 7th & 8th Grade

For youth completing 7th & 8th grade. Water water everywhere! Enjoy outdoor recreation on the water. This camp focuses on teaching and growing skills in fishing and canoeing. Explore  Bluebill lake by boat practicing paddling skills and enjoying the chance to catch some fish at the same time. Explore the Winnebago River on an all day float.

LCNC Member ~ $35/camper and Non-member ~ $40/camper. Lunch and snack is provided each day of camp.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 15

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Evening Explorers (Overnight)-For Youth Completing 6th & 7th Grade

For youth completing 6th & 7th grade. Overnight at Lime Creek! It’s not summer until you camp outside. Discover the park after dark. Tents and meals are provided. Pack list will be sent to you after you register.

LCNC Member ~ $35/camper and Non-member ~ $40/camper

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 22

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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River Float/Clean-Up

Join us for an all-out trash bash on a beautiful stretch of the Winnebago River! Let’s work together to leave the river better than we found it and have fun doing it. A limited number of canoes are available for use. No cost but registration is required

Sponsored by :  Lime Creek Nature Center, Landfill of North Iowa, Mason City Earth Day Committee, Cupola Inn Bed and Breakfast, Cutting Edge Tree Services, and the Active Living and Transportation Commission.

For More Information
Contact: Mary Ermer
(641) 423-5309
mermer@cgcounty.org

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Tiny Tots Nature Camp-For Youth Ages 4-6

For youth ages 4-6. Come and explore Lime Creek. Campers will discover nature’s wonders while investigating the pond, woods, and prairie. Through stories, song, and games we will learn even more about how exciting nature can be. 

CO-SPONSORED BY MASON CITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT

$38/resident ~ $43/ non-resident. Snack is provided each day of camp.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO REGISTER CALL THE MASON CITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT ~ 421-3673

For More Information
Contact: Mason City Recreation Department
(641) 421-3673

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Crawly Critters Nature Camp-For Youth Ages 7-8

For youth ages 7-8. Uncover the fascinating world of bugs and other crawly critters. Find out how they help people and the places we all love to play. Discover how they may be small but they are also mighty. 

CO-SPONSORED BY MASON CITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT

$38/resident ~ $43/non-resident. Snack is provided each day of camp.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO REGISTER CALL THE MASON CITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT ~ 421-3673

For More Information
Contact: Mason City Recreation Department
(641) 421-3673

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