Programs & Events
Upcoming Events
Little Sprouts - Spring 2026 Sessions - 10:00-10:50 AM
Lyon County Nature Center Friday, February 6, 2026 to Friday, April 3, 2026
10:00am
15.00
3 - 5 years old
Multiple Dates: (Fridays) February 6th, March 6th, and April 3rd.
Nature Tales - Little Rock Public Library, April 1st, 2026
Little Rock Public Library Wednesday, April 1, 2026
3:00pm
Free
All ages
Nature Tales is a fun way to explore the magic of nature. We invite all ages to join us for an adventure in story telling and learning about the outdoors.
Hunter Education Field Day - April 4th, 2026
Lyon County Nature Center Saturday, April 4, 2026
8:00am to 12:00pm
Free
Attention future hunters!!!!
Nature Tales - George Public Library, April 8th, 2026
George Public Library Wednesday, April 8, 2026
3:00pm
Free
All ages
Nature Tales is a fun way to explore the magic of nature. We invite all ages to join us for an adventure in story telling and learning about the outdoors.
Nature Tales - Rock Rapids Public Library, April 9th, 2026
Rock Rapids Public Library Thursday, April 9, 2026
4:00pm
Free
All ages
Nature Tales is a fun way to explore the magic of nature. We invite all ages to join us for an adventure in story telling and learning about the outdoors.
Nature Tales - Larchwood Public Library, April 16th, 2026
Larchwood Public Library Thursday, April 16, 2026
4:00pm
Free
All ages
Nature Tales is a fun way to explore the magic of nature. We invite all ages to join us for an adventure in story telling and learning about the outdoors.
2026 Bugs & Grubs Camp - June 2 & 3 (9-11:30 am)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 2, 2026 to Wednesday, June 3, 2026
9:00am to 11:00am
25.00
5-6 year olds
This two-day camp is for 5-6 year olds. Campers will learn about the exciting world of bugs & grubs through hiking, games, and other fun activities!
2026 Bugs & Grubs Camp - June 2 & 3 (12:30-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 2, 2026 to Wednesday, June 3, 2026
12:30pm to 3:00pm
25.00
5-6 year olds
This two-day camp is for 5-6 year olds. Campers will learn about the exciting world of bugs & grubs through hiking, games, and other fun activities!
2026 Operation Satellite Down Camp - June 4 & 5 (1-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Thursday, June 4, 2026 to Friday, June 5, 2026
1:00pm to 3:00pm
25.00
9-11 year old
This two-day camp is for 9-11 year olds. Campers will have a mission that they will have to work together to complete. They will have to use GPS, compasses, and other materials to find where a "satellite" went down in the park.
2026 Critter Corner Camp - 9 a.m.
Lyon County Nature Center Friday, June 5, 2026 to Friday, July 10, 2026
9:00am
25.00
3-4 year olds
Multiple Dates: June 5th, June 19th, June 26th, July 10th
2026 Critter Corner Camp - 10 a.m.
Lyon County Nature Center Friday, June 5, 2026 to Friday, July 10, 2026
10:00am
25.00
3-4 year olds
Multiple Dates: June 5th, June 19th, June 26th, July 10th
2026 Critter Corner Camp - 11 a.m.
Lyon County Nature Center Friday, June 5, 2026 to Friday, July 10, 2026
11:00am
25.00
3-4 year olds
Multiple Dates: June 5th, June 19th, June 26th, July 10th
Lyon County Conservation Annual Kids' Fishing Derby
Lake Pahoja Saturday, June 6, 2026 to Saturday, June 6, 2026
8:30am to 12:00pm
Free
Up to 16 years old
Ready to make a splash this summer? We’re calling all young anglers and outdoor explorers to the Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby!
2026 Bugs & Grubs Camp - June 9 & 10 (9-11:30 am)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 9, 2026 to Wednesday, June 10, 2026
9:00am to 11:00am
25.00
5-6 year olds
This two-day camp is for 5-6 year olds. Campers will learn about the exciting world of bugs & grubs through hiking, games, and other fun activities!
2026 Bugs & Grubs Camp - June 9 & 10 (12:30-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 9, 2026 to Wednesday, June 10, 2026
12:30pm to 3:00pm
25.00
5-6 year olds
This two-day camp is for 5-6 year olds. Campers will learn about the exciting world of bugs & grubs through hiking, games, and other fun activities!
2026 Water Warrior Camp - June 16 & 17 (9-11:30am)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 16, 2026 to Wednesday, June 17, 2026
9:00am to 11:30am
25.00
7-8 year old
This two-day camp is for 7-8 years olds. Campers enjoy learning about water bugs and other invertebrates live in the water through games, hiking, dip netting, and other fun activities!
2026 Water Warrior Camp - June 16 & 17 (12:30-3pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 16, 2026 to Wednesday, June 17, 2026
12:30pm to 3:00pm
25.00
7-8 year old
This two-day camp is for 7-8 years olds. Campers enjoy learning about water bugs and other invertebrates live in the water through games, hiking, dip netting, and other fun activities!
2026 Operation Satellite Down Camp - June 18 & 19 (1-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Thursday, June 18, 2026 to Friday, June 19, 2026
1:00pm to 3:00pm
25.00
9-11 year old
This two-day camp is for 9-11 year olds. Campers will have a mission that they will have to work together to complete. They will have to use GPS, compasses, and other materials to find where a "satellite" went down in the park.
2026 Water Warrior Camp - June 23 & 24 (9-11:30am)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 23, 2026 to Wednesday, June 24, 2026
9:00am to 11:30am
25.00
7-8 year old
This two-day camp is for 7-8 years olds. Campers enjoy learning about water bugs and other invertebrates live in the water through games, hiking, dip netting, and other fun activities!
2026 Water Warrior Camp - June 23 & 24 (12:30-3pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 23, 2026 to Wednesday, June 24, 2026
12:30pm to 3:00pm
25.00
7-8 year old
This two-day camp is for 7-8 years olds. Campers enjoy learning about water bugs and other invertebrates live in the water through games, hiking, dip netting, and other fun activities!
2026 Operation Satellite Down Camp - June 25 & 26 (1-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Thursday, June 25, 2026 to Friday, June 26, 2026
1:00pm to 3:00pm
25.00
9-11 year old
This two-day camp is for 9-11 year olds. Campers will have a mission that they will have to work together to complete. They will have to use GPS, compasses, and other materials to find where a "satellite" went down in the park.
2026 Operation Satellite Down Camp - June 30 & July 1 (1-3 pm)
Lyon County Nature Center Tuesday, June 30, 2026 to Wednesday, July 1, 2026
1:00pm to 3:00pm
25.00
9-11 year old
This two-day camp is for 9-11 year olds. Campers will have a mission that they will have to work together to complete. They will have to use GPS, compasses, and other materials to find where a "satellite" went down in the park.
