On July 14, 2025, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County due to the impacts of Friday’s severe weather. 

In response to the severe weather events of July 11, 2025, Scott County Emergency Management Commission has declared a State of Emergency for the county. The State of Emergency authorizes certain response and recovery efforts throughout the community. 

Join the Wapsi Staff for its 5th Annual Monarch Migration Fun Run benefiting the Friends of the Wapsi Center. It is a 5K self timed trail run, with the run starting at 9:00 am. Check in starts at 8:30 am. Registration includes a t-shirt & refreshments.

Registration closes on September 13th. Must register by August 24th to be guaranteed a shirt.

go to : http://getmeregistered.com/MonarchMigrationFunRun to register!

Join Naturalist Mike for a lesson on cattails. Learn about the biology and cultural significance of the marvelous cattail plant an then create a life sized cattail duck decoy. There is a workshop fee of $10 per decoy for materials and supplies. Spots are limited.

Come learn about the many wild edibles in your own neck of the woods. We will focus on foraging basics, foraging safety, identifying plants, and preparing wild edibles. We will take a hike outdoors to identify and forage some of the summer wild edibles available during this time. After the hike, put your cast iron skills to the test and make a lambs quarter patty topped with mushrooms our of our forage ingredients over a campfire!

Online registration is required: Wild Edibles

Bettendorf, IA - The Quad Cities’ third annual community emergency resource fair will take place on Sunday, August 17, from 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State Street in Bettendorf, Iowa. The Be Ready QC Emergency Resource Fair is a family-friendly event focused on educating the public on emergency and disaster preparedness. Brian Payne, Scott County EMA Director, shared “the goal of the fair is to make our community more resilient in the face of disasters and emergency events.”

Join Wapsi River Center Director and LNT Master Educator, Dave Murcia for a presentation on camping basics that emphasize Leave No Trace ethics and principles.

Register on-line at Camping

Come join Wapsi River Center staff and learn to become more sustainable by creating your own health and home products made with natural ingredients. Making  your own natural products is customizable, and it's FUN! We will also learn about upcycling and reducing your footprint on the planet! Participants must be 8 years and older. The program costs $8//person for supplies.

Online registration is required. Please click the link to register: Health & Home

Join Wapsi River Center Staff for an adventure with Kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or a regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour around Lake of the Hills. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations

This program is determined by weather and site conditions. Dress appropriately and bring water.

Weight capacity loads for kayaks are 250-300 lbs./ solo and 425-475 lbs./tandem.

Join Wapsi River Center Staff for an adventure with Kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or a regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour around Lake of the Hills. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations

This program is determined by weather and site conditions. Dress appropriately and bring water.

Weight capacity loads for kayaks are 250-300 lbs./ solo and 425-475 lbs./tandem.