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Join Wapsi River Center Staff for an adventure with kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour of Railroad Lake. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations. Reminder - this program is determined by weather and site conditions, weight capacity loads are 250-300 lbs./solo and 425-475 lbs./ tandem. Dress appropriately and bring water
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Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 2:15pm Central Time.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 2:15pm Central Time.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 4:30pm Central Time.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $25.00 to $27.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 4:30pm Central Time.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 4:30pm Central Time.
The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2026 through January 10, 2027 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Friday, July 31st, 2026 by 4:30pm. Please click the attachments below for additional application information.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:15pm Central Time.
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:15pm Central Time.
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Once a month the Wapsi River EE Center will be hosting a day just for homeschoolers!
Joins us for themed programming led by our Naturalists! The goal of this series is to immerse children in the natural world and help them experience seasonal phenomena in a hands-on way.
Programming is most appropriate for K-8th grades, though all ages welcome. Program fee of $3/person payable at registration.
Please come prepared for the weather because much of the planned programming will take place outdoors. [ Click Title for Full Article ]
Join Wapsi River Center Staff for an adventure with kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour of Railroad Lake. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations. Reminder - this program is determined by weather and site conditions, weight capacity loads are 250-300 lbs./solo and 425-475 lbs./ tandem. Dress appropriately and bring water
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Learn how to use a bow and arrow in this fun, informative, and free hands-on class! Children must be 9 years old or above to participate and accompanied by an adult. Adults are welcome to participate as well! Park in Parking Lot A and meet at the Observatory.
Online registration is required as space is limited: Archery Basics
Join Naturalist Mike for a lesson on cattails. Learn about the biology and cultural significance of the marvelous cattail plant and then create a life sized cattail duck decoy. There is a workshop fee of $10/decoy for materials and supplies.
Registration is open for ages 10 and up.
Spot are limited and online registration is required: Cattail
Join Naturalist Paige for a fun program on native prairie flowers, including a short hike in our beautiful prairie, then create a step-by-step painting of a purple coneflower! This event is family friendly! All ages and abilities welcome to come learn and paint. $3/canvas.
Online registration is require for all painters: Nature
Join Wapsi River Center Staff for an adventure with kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour of Railroad Lake. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations. Reminder - this program is determined by weather and site conditions, weight capacity loads are 250-300 lbs./solo and 425-475 lbs./ tandem. Dress appropriately and bring water
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The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2026 through January 10, 2027 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Friday, July 31st, 2026 by 4...
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