Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Osage Public Library Summer Program: A Universe of Stories
Fun Games, Activities, Crafts and Stories
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Fun Games, Activities, Crafts and Stories
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Wednesday, June 12, 2019 - Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Osage Public Library Drop-In Programs (pre-registration is not required)
Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
SUMMER “LIBRARY-TIME”: Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
Geared for 3-5 year olds, but all are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult or babysitter. This is an unsupervised event.
SUMMER “BRICK-TIME”: Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
Geared for 1ST—6TH GRADERS. Brick-Time is an “open” building time. The Osage Public Library has a variety of basic plastic building bricks, doors, windows, wheels and figures. This is an unsupervised event.
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Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
SUMMER “LIBRARY-TIME”: Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
Geared for 3-5 year olds, but all are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult or babysitter. This is an unsupervised event.
SUMMER “BRICK-TIME”: Wednesdays: June 12, 19 & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 9:30 – 10:15 A.M.
Geared for 1ST—6TH GRADERS. Brick-Time is an “open” building time. The Osage Public Library has a variety of basic plastic building bricks, doors, windows, wheels and figures. This is an unsupervised event.
more info...
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Families with children going into Kindergarten and younger are invited to enjoy nature through Picnics in the Park! Picnickers are asked to bring a picnic lunch, blanket, and have an adult present throughout the program. Please meet us at the specified park where we will eat lunch and have a short program and activity based on a nature-themed book. This program is FREE and there is no registration required. Please call Chelsea’s cell or visit our Facebook page for any weather updates.
June 5th — “Wonderful Woodlands” - Pinicon Alders Cabin, Pinicon Alders Wildlife Area—McIntire (470th Street north of McIntire –follow gravel drive back to Cabin area)
June 12th — “Aquatic Adventures” @ Spring Park—Osage
June 19th — “Who Pooped in the Park?” @ Francis Park—New Haven (360th Street, just off of Hwy 9)
June 26th — “Beautiful Butterflies” @ Cedar Bridge Park—Osage
Contact Chelsea with any questions or directions at:
Office: (641) 732-5204
Cell: (641) 330-0765
June 5th — “Wonderful Woodlands” - Pinicon Alders Cabin, Pinicon Alders Wildlife Area—McIntire (470th Street north of McIntire –follow gravel drive back to Cabin area)
June 12th — “Aquatic Adventures” @ Spring Park—Osage
June 19th — “Who Pooped in the Park?” @ Francis Park—New Haven (360th Street, just off of Hwy 9)
June 26th — “Beautiful Butterflies” @ Cedar Bridge Park—Osage
Contact Chelsea with any questions or directions at:
Office: (641) 732-5204
Cell: (641) 330-0765
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Back by popular demand—Kayak & Paddleboard Programs! Have a great time out on some of Mitchell County Conservation Board's beautiful water areas with our new kayaks and paddleboards! This is a FREE program hosted by Natural Resource Tech Andy Taets. We have 6 kayaks, 1 double kayak, and 2 paddleboards available for use at these programs. If you have your own kayak or paddleboard and would like to join the guided tour, please let Andy know the date you will be attending. Once you have signed up for a date, you will be contacted with the specific meeting time and location. Life jackets, paddles, and kayaks/paddleboards will be provided. Basic paddling instructions are included. All ages welcome, but participants must be old enough to control their own boat. Contact Andy Tates: (641) 420-5517 or ataetsmccb@osage.net for more information.
If you have a group you’d like to schedule outside of the dates listed above, contact Andy to arrange a time.
If you have a group you’d like to schedule outside of the dates listed above, contact Andy to arrange a time.
Thursday, June 20, 2019
Thursday, June 20, 2019
Friday, June 21, 2019
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Registration is required - 7 a.m. at 533 Main Street (parking lot adjacent to Art's Shoes)
Ride starts at 8 a.m. RAIN OR SHINE
Hospitality stands throughout each route with snacks & water and restrooms.
Colored route arrows & corresponding wristbands provided to all registered riders to help naviage throughout the county.
Sponsored by:
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Ride starts at 8 a.m. RAIN OR SHINE
Hospitality stands throughout each route with snacks & water and restrooms.
Colored route arrows & corresponding wristbands provided to all registered riders to help naviage throughout the county.
Sponsored by:
more info...
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Catch Will Bartz's solo project Erwin Wilhelm Otto at Limestone Brewers. Former member of The Euclids, Bartz has recently relocated back to Iowa after living in Nashville for the last three years. During his time with The Euclids, Bartz worked with Grammy award winning producer Joe Trevino as well as producer John Elefante formerly of the band Kansas. Bartz’s new solo project will be featuring an upcoming album heavily influenced by groups like Cage the Elephant, The Black Keys, Jet, and The Shins, among other rock and indie rock artists. Expect a mix of indie, rock, pop, and country covers along with originals from Erwin Wilhelm Otto’s self titled album.
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Sunday, June 23, 2019
Sunday, June 23, 2019
FFF – Food, Fun and Fellowship begins our 5th season of free community picnics, furnished by Osage 1st United Methodist Church, in Osage City park . Enjoy music, kids games and picnic supper with friends and neighbors.
Free picnics will be served from 5-7 pm on the following dates.
June 23rd
July 14th
August 4th will be a special noon picnic following a 10:30 am Cowboy Church service.
Sept. 29th
Same location, north shelter of Osage city park.
Invite your friends and neighbors. All are welcome!
more info...
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Families with children going into Kindergarten and younger are invited to enjoy nature through Picnics in the Park! Picnickers are asked to bring a picnic lunch, blanket, and have an adult present throughout the program. Please meet us at the specified park where we will eat lunch and have a short program and activity based on a nature-themed book. This program is FREE and there is no registration required. Please call Chelsea’s cell or visit our Facebook page for any weather updates.
June 5th — “Wonderful Woodlands” - Pinicon Alders Cabin, Pinicon Alders Wildlife Area—McIntire (470th Street north of McIntire –follow gravel drive back to Cabin area)
June 12th — “Aquatic Adventures” @ Spring Park—Osage
June 19th — “Who Pooped in the Park?” @ Francis Park—New Haven (360th Street, just off of Hwy 9)
June 26th — “Beautiful Butterflies” @ Cedar Bridge Park—Osage
Contact Chelsea with any questions or directions at:
Office: (641) 732-5204
Cell: (641) 330-0765
June 5th — “Wonderful Woodlands” - Pinicon Alders Cabin, Pinicon Alders Wildlife Area—McIntire (470th Street north of McIntire –follow gravel drive back to Cabin area)
June 12th — “Aquatic Adventures” @ Spring Park—Osage
June 19th — “Who Pooped in the Park?” @ Francis Park—New Haven (360th Street, just off of Hwy 9)
June 26th — “Beautiful Butterflies” @ Cedar Bridge Park—Osage
Contact Chelsea with any questions or directions at:
Office: (641) 732-5204
Cell: (641) 330-0765
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Shop Late in Osage! Participating retailers are open later for you!
Thursday, June 27, 2019
Friday, June 28, 2019
Friday, June 28, 2019
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellant (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 5th & 6th Grade)
9:00-11:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd-Native American Skills
(fire building, archery, survival, etc.)
July 11th— “These Ol’ Bones”
(Backyard archaeology and skeletons)
July 18th-Geology ROCKS!
July 25th– Wild Edibles
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellant (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 5th & 6th Grade)
9:00-11:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd-Native American Skills
(fire building, archery, survival, etc.)
July 11th— “These Ol’ Bones”
(Backyard archaeology and skeletons)
July 18th-Geology ROCKS!
July 25th– Wild Edibles
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 7th & 8th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd– Get Active!
(Mitchell Dam Tour & Hike Greenbelt Trail)
July 11th—Try for Trout!
(Fly tying and trout fishing)
July 18th– Get Paddling!
(Canoe/Kayak the Cedar River)
July 25th-Shooting Sports
(Sling Shot, BB/Pellet, .22)
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 7th & 8th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd– Get Active!
(Mitchell Dam Tour & Hike Greenbelt Trail)
July 11th—Try for Trout!
(Fly tying and trout fishing)
July 18th– Get Paddling!
(Canoe/Kayak the Cedar River)
July 25th-Shooting Sports
(Sling Shot, BB/Pellet, .22)
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Join the Osage Education Foundation for their 5th Annual On the Run for Education!!!
Registration can be found at:
active.com https://www.active.com/osage-ia/running/distance-running-races/5th-annual-on-the-run-for-education-2019?int=
or
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BIUwBMqNfV9srKLirSmJiQ5BRgRKRWEC/view
more info...
Registration can be found at:
active.com https://www.active.com/osage-ia/running/distance-running-races/5th-annual-on-the-run-for-education-2019?int=
or
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BIUwBMqNfV9srKLirSmJiQ5BRgRKRWEC/view
more info...
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Register your organization or business for the Osage 4th of July parade.
Registration is free to current Osage Chamber of Commerce members.
Sponsored by:
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Registration is free to current Osage Chamber of Commerce members.
Sponsored by:
more info...
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Friday, July 5, 2019
Saturday, July 6, 2019
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
Thursday, July 11, 2019 - Saturday, July 13, 2019
Home-based vendors, farmers market and ridiculous deals throughout Osage!
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellant (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 5th & 6th Grade)
9:00-11:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd-Native American Skills
(fire building, archery, survival, etc.)
July 11th— “These Ol’ Bones”
(Backyard archaeology and skeletons)
July 18th-Geology ROCKS!
July 25th– Wild Edibles
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellant (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 5th & 6th Grade)
9:00-11:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd-Native American Skills
(fire building, archery, survival, etc.)
July 11th— “These Ol’ Bones”
(Backyard archaeology and skeletons)
July 18th-Geology ROCKS!
July 25th– Wild Edibles
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 7th & 8th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd– Get Active!
(Mitchell Dam Tour & Hike Greenbelt Trail)
July 11th—Try for Trout!
(Fly tying and trout fishing)
July 18th– Get Paddling!
(Canoe/Kayak the Cedar River)
July 25th-Shooting Sports
(Sling Shot, BB/Pellet, .22)
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 7th & 8th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Thursdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 3rd– Get Active!
(Mitchell Dam Tour & Hike Greenbelt Trail)
July 11th—Try for Trout!
(Fly tying and trout fishing)
July 18th– Get Paddling!
(Canoe/Kayak the Cedar River)
July 25th-Shooting Sports
(Sling Shot, BB/Pellet, .22)
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Back by popular demand—Kayak & Paddleboard Programs! Have a great time out on some of Mitchell County Conservation Board's beautiful water areas with our new kayaks and paddleboards! This is a FREE program hosted by Natural Resource Tech Andy Taets. We have 6 kayaks, 1 double kayak, and 2 paddleboards available for use at these programs. If you have your own kayak or paddleboard and would like to join the guided tour, please let Andy know the date you will be attending. Once you have signed up for a date, you will be contacted with the specific meeting time and location. Life jackets, paddles, and kayaks/paddleboards will be provided. Basic paddling instructions are included. All ages welcome, but participants must be old enough to control their own boat. Contact Andy Tates: (641) 420-5517 or ataetsmccb@osage.net for more information.
If you have a group you’d like to schedule outside of the dates listed above, contact Andy to arrange a time.
If you have a group you’d like to schedule outside of the dates listed above, contact Andy to arrange a time.
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Friday, July 12, 2019
Saturday, July 13, 2019
Sunday, July 14, 2019
Sunday, July 14, 2019
FFF – Food, Fun and Fellowship begins our 5th season of free community picnics, furnished by Osage 1st United Methodist Church, in Osage City park . Enjoy music, kids games and picnic supper with friends and neighbors.
Free picnics will be served from 5-7 pm on the following dates.
June 23rd
July 14th
August 4th will be a special noon picnic following a 10:30 am Cowboy Church service.
Sept. 29th
Same location, north shelter of Osage city park.
Invite your friends and neighbors. All are welcome!
more info...
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
Wednesdays in July
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Students going into 1st and 2nd Grade
Limit of 25
$10 per student
July 2nd– “A Sense of Wonder”
(Nature through the 5 senses)
July 10th— Nature Art
July 17th-“The Unloved”
(Spiders, Worms, and Snakes!)
July 24th-“The Lorax”
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Help your child discover the wonders of nature this summer through Discovery Day Camps!
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
Age/Grade ranges are based on the 2019-2020 school year.
All of the following camps will meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center and require pre-registration. Registration due by Wednesday, June 28th!
Please call, email, visit our Facebook Page or www.mycountyparks.com, or stop by our office to register.
If you should have any questions, or are wondering about rain cancellations, please call me at (641) 330-0765. Cancellations will be only be made ½ hour before the class starts. Thank you for understanding.
To ensure a better outdoor experience for your child, please remember that it is essential to dress properly for the 2 hour session. This means sunscreen, hats, shoes (not flip-flops) insect repellent (if you choose), and most definitely a water bottle.
Discover Day Camp (Students entering 3rd & 4th Grade)
1:00-3:00
Wednesdays in July
Meet at the Milton R. Owen Nature Center (just west of Osage on Highway 9)
July 2nd- “Whooo Loves the Night?”
(Nocturnal animals)
July 10th— Pollinator Power
(Bees and beneficial insects)
July 17th-“Marvelous Monarchs”
July 24th “Totally Turtles”
