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Ledges State Park, Christmas in July

Our state parks are consistently adding new programs and events. Check this schedule regularly to catch the activities that interest you. Contact the park directly for more information.
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak.Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try.Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10.Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. June June 7: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm June 14: Beginner Kayak, 5pm to 7pm ...
Join the Friends of Cedar Rock as they present a Strawberry Moon Evening tour at the Cedar Rock Walter House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. June 22, 2013 8 pm – 10 pm Free will donations will be accepted to the non-profit group to maintain the home. 2611 Quasqueton Diagonal Blvd. Independence, IA50644 Stroll though a home on a moonlit night designed by Frank Lloyd Wright perched on a limestone bluff overlooking the Wapsipinicon River.
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. July July 12: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm July 19: Beginner Kayak, 5pm to 7...
Christmas in July at Backbone State Park Saturday, July 13 – all day events Join the Friends of Backbone State Park for an all-day event including: 9:30 am paddle boat races at the beach house 3 pm water slide at the campground host site 5 pm Christmas cookies and Kool-aid at the campground host site 6 pm Santa arrives at the campground host site 9:30 pm judging of decorated campers and prizes are awarded
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. July July 12: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm July 19: Beginner Kayak, 5pm to 7...
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. July July 12: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm July 19: Beginner Kayak, 5pm to 7...
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. August August 9: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm. August 16: Beginner Kayak, 5p...
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. August August 9: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm. August 16: Beginner Kayak, 5p...
Half triathlon and Olympic distance triathlon simultaneously - swim, bike, run
7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Come experience Big Creek Lake on Paddle Board, Canoe, or Kayak. Staff and volunteers are offering 2 hour beginner classes for those who have always wanted to try. Classes are limited to groups of fewer than 10. Equipment will be supplied, just bring a great attitude and the expectation to get wet! To register please contact Big Creek State Park at 515-984-6473. Registrations will be taken until one week prior to event. August August 9: Canoe Basics, 5pm to 7pm. August 16: Beginner Kayak, 5p...
An Afternoon with Frank Lloyd Wright
Cedar Rock, Independence, IA
October 19, 2013 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Featuring speakers on Wright and his work.

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