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West Lake Park Fishing Clinic
Kids' fishing education event.
Anglers are reminded to have a valid 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Lake of the Hills, Gate 1, Rolling Hills Shelter, West Lake Park, Davenport
Scott County Conservation Board, Roger Larson, 563-328-3280, conservation@scottcountyiowa.com
Kids Fish Day
Come catch the lunkers of Lester Pond.
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Annett Nature Center Pond, 1629 118th Avenue, Indianola
Warren County Conservation Board, Missy Smith, 515-961-6169, missysmith@warrenccb.org
14th Annual Cops N' Bobbers Fishing Clinic
Youth Fishing Clinic
Anglers are reminded to have a valid 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 and older.
Blue Heron Lake (Raccoon River Park), Walnut Woods State Park, West Des Moines
West Des Moines Police Department, Brent Kock, 515-222-3320, brent.kock@wdm.iowa.gov
2nd Annual Clarksville Lions Fish Clinic
Fishing for anyone up to age 18 with prizes for all.
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Sportsman's Pond, 18169 CIR C33, Clarksville
Clarksville Lions Club, William Tjaden, 319-464-2047, wtjaden@ilyec.com
Louisa County Youth Jamboree
Joins us for a fun day of outdoor entertainment.
Anglers are reminded to have a valid 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Langwood Education Center Pond, 14001 H Avenue, Wapello
Louisa County Conservation, Brittney Tiller, 319-523-8381, btiller@lccb.org
Lake Anita Kids' Fishing Day
Fishing event for kids 0-15 years old.
Lake Anita, Anita
Lake Anita State Park, Joshua Peach, 712-762-3564, joshua.peach@dnr.iowa.gov
Fishing Clinic & Derby
Chance to get education while learning to fish - for ages 0-15
Pollimer Park Lake, 2462 STHY 103, West Point
Izaak Walton - Green Bay Chapter, Sherri Hartson, 319-372-7561, sherri_hart@hotmail.com
Sprint triathlon - swim, bike, run
7:00 am to noon
Drop In Archery
Instruction on archery safety and basic shooting techniques, equipment will be provided.
All ages welcome.
Lindsay Park 2200 East 1th Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Hooked on Fishing Basics for Beginners
Fishing clinic for beginners ages 3rd grade and older
Don Williams Lake, 670 Hawkeye Lane, Ogden
Boone County Conservation Board, Emily Klein, 515-353-4237, eklein@boonecounty.iowa.gov
Fishing at Discovery Pond
Basic fishing instruction, letting them fish. All ages.
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
Drop In Fishing
Learn basic fishing skills, for all ages
Mississippi River Pool 15, 399 S Bellingham Street, Riverdale
City of Davenport, Parks and Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Hooked on Fishing Intermediate Anglers
Fishing clinic for intermediates ages 3rd grade and older
Don Williams Lake, 670 Hawkeye Lane, Ogden
Boone County Conservation Board, Emily Klein, 515-353-4237, eklein@boonecounty.iowa.gov
Archery Club
Basic instruction about archery and shooting relays. Ages 8-18.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
June 7 - June 9
Lewis and Clark State Park, Onawa, IA. See how pioneers lived when Iowa was a land of exploration. The Festival includes food, fun and demonstrations for all ages.
Contact: Lewis and Clark state park at 712-423-2829 or John Wilcox at 402-321-7471.
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
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Family Friday Night Fishing
Learn basic fishing safety, fishing techniques, and equipment maintenance; This a good way to spend time with the family whil learning a new skill. All ages welcome
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing line, if they are age 16 or older.
Vander Veer Lagoon, 215 W Central Park Avenue, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Lake Wapello Shore to Shore
Lake Wapello State Park
June 8th, 2013
Fun Run starts at 9am
Sponsored by the Friends of Lake Wapello; all money raised stays at the park for park improvements. To register go to the following website:http://www.mpacomputers.com/sign-up-for-shore-to-shore.html
Pleasant Hill Youth Fishing Derby
Fishing event for youth ages 4 - 13.
Copper Creek, 4198 Mahaska Ave, Des Moines
City of Pleasant Hill & Pleasant Hill Lions Club, Rick Courcier, 515-262-9368, rcourcier@ci.pleasant-hill.ia.us
NWIowaOutdoors.com Youth Fishing Tournament
Free, open to all youth. Over 100 prizes to be given out!
Little Sioux Lake, 1870 OBrien Avenue, Correctionville
NorthWest Iowa Outdoors, Drew Hackett, 712-898-8987, drew@dirtroaddesign.com
Go FISH - "Fishing Instruction Starts Here"
Fishing Clinic
Hickory Grove Lake, 67521 255th Street, Nevada
Story County Conservation Board, Jerry Keys, 515-232-2516, conservation@storycounty.com
Go Fish! Young Person
Learn basics of fishing for young children
Marr Park, 2943 Hwy 92, Ainsworth
Washington County Conservation Board, Pam Holz, 319-657-2400, wccbnaturalist@iowatelecom.net
Fishing Clinic
Fishing clinic for kids ages 6-16
Clear Lake, McIntosh Woods State Park, 1200 East Lake Street, Ventura
Iowa DNR, Scott Grummer, scott.grummer@dnr.iowa.gov, 641-357-3517
Kids Fishing Day
Bring your fishing pole and worms and have some fishing fun.
Willow Lake, 2705 Easton Trail, Woodbine
Harrison County Conservation Board, Connie Betts, 712-647-2785, cbetts@harrisoncountyparks.org
Hook, Line, and Sinker Fishing Derby
6th Annual Free Fishing Family Fishing Derby
Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve Lake (west), 14830 Jacob Avenue, Grinnell
Jasper County Conservation Board, Katie Cantu, 641-792-9780, kcantu@co.jasper.ia.us
Free Fishing Clinic
Free fishing clinic for all ages.
Hurtsville Fishing Pond, 7190 US HWY 61, Maquoketa
Jackson County Conservation Board, Jessica Wagner, 563-652-3783, jess@jacksonccb.com
Kids' Fishing Day
Fishing opportunities for kids and their families
Russell WA Pond, 2262 200th Street, New Sharon
Mahaska County Conservation Board, Laura DeCook, 641-673-9327, decook@mahaskacounty.org
2nd Annual Clarksville Lions' Fish Clinic
Fishing for anyone up to age 18; with prizes for all
Sportsmans' Pond, 18169 CIR 33, Clarksville
Clarksville Lions Club, William Tjaden, wtjaden@ilyec.com, 319-464-2047
Fishing Seminar
Elementary fishing at Discovery Pond, learning how to put hooks, sinkers, bobbers on line, learning the basics of casting, identifying fish, and getting the scoop on rules and regulations. All Ages.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
DMCC Kids Fishing Derby
Des Moines County Conservation Free Kids Fishing Derby; A limited number of fishing rods will be available for loan to those who do not own poles. Bait will be provided.
Big Hollow Lake, 18501 152nd Avenue, Sperry
Des Moines County Conservation Board, Kent Rector, 319-753-8260, rectork@dmcounty.com
33rd Annual Youth Fishing Seminar
Four education stations followed by fishing derby until noon
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Environmental Discovery Park, Discovery Pond, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine, IA
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Jill Zeigenhorn, 563-264-5922, conservation@co.muscatine.ia.us
Free Family Fishing Event
Come learn about fish and try your hand at fishing!
Liberty Centre Pond, 600 West Cherry Street, North Liberty
Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Holly Schulte, 319-530-9318, holly.schulte@dnr.iowa.gov
Youth Fishing Derby
This fishing derby is for those who would like to learn how to fish.
Brushy Creek Lake, Cir D46, Duncombe
IA DNR/Webster County Conservation Board, Erin Ford, 515-576-4258, emeehan@webstercountyia.org
Optimist Club/Page County Conservation Fishing Derby
Fishing Derby for ages 5 to 15
Pioneer Park Pond, 1849 Highway 2, Shenandoah
Page Co. Conservation Board, pagecocons@iowatelecom.net, 712-542-3864
Brushy Creek Fishing Derby
Saturday June 8th
10 am – 12 pm.
This fishing derby is for those who would like to learn how to fish. It’s a great way for parents to learn how to make their children’s fishing trip successful.You’ll learn about fish species, how to tie on a slip bobber and hook, and what to take along to make your child’s fishing trip a success. Fishing rods will be available first come first serve and bait will be provided. All ages welcome, cookout...
Scranton's Kid's Fishing Day
Scranton area kids will be taught basic fishing
Lost Lagoon, 1108 E Avenue, Scranton
Scranton Betterment, Leesa Squibb, 712-652-3250, brandys@netins.net
Seth Thompson Memorial Kids Fishing Day
A free day of fun for all kids ages 16 and under.
Wilson Park Lake, Park Rd, Lenox
Evan Thompson, 641-413-0035, fishingforseth@hotmail.com
Backbone Lake Kids Fishing Clinic and Derby
Fishing event for youth age 15 and under
Backbone Lake, Backbone State Park, Dundee
Backbone State Park Friends Group & Clayton County Conservation Board, Abbey Harkrader, abbey_claytonccb@yahoo.com, 563-245-1516
Kids Fishing Derby at Backbone State Park
June 8from 1 – 5 pm: registration at 1 pm and the contest starts at 2 pm
Location:Beach area at Backbone State Park
Casting Contest
Live Fish & Amphibian Exhibit
Fishing Safety & Regulation Presentation
Fishing Contest starts at 2:00 p.m.
Bring your fishing poles, bait, lawn chair, sunscreen, bug repellent.
Refreshments and cookies will be served.
Children ages 5 -15 are welcome when accompanied by an adult
Bring your ...
Family Fishing Fun
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fishing fun!
Glissman Pond, 1901 325th Lane, Adel
Dallas County Conservation Board, Cindy Blobaum, 515-465-3577, cindy.blobaum@co.dallas.ia.us
Free Fishing Weekend Clinic
Beginners fishing clinic
Kent Park Lake, 2012 US Hwy 6, Oxford
Johnson County Conservation Board, Brad Freidhof, 319-645-1011, bfreidhof@co.johnson.ia.us
Teaching Outdoor Skills: Basic Fishing and Archery
June 10 & 11, 2013 (100% attendance is required for credit.)
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (June 10); 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.(June 11)
Russell Wildlife Area & County Conservation Center (2254, 200th St., New Sharon)
Hands-on session will acquaint participants with methodologies and curricular resources to teaching archery and fishing. Participants will receive a basic archery packet and the Fish Iowa! basic spincasting module.
You must ...
Archery Try-It
Basic archery instruction and letting them shoot relays. Ages 8 to 18.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
Drop In Archery
Instruction on archery safety and basic shoot techniques, equipment wil be provided. All ages
Lindsay Park 2200 East 11th Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
From 1989 – 1991, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources released 50 falcons at locations in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines and Muscatine through its Wildlife Diversity program.
Young, 38 day-old falcon eyases that could feed themselves but not yet fly were placed in release structures or hack boxes.They were fed so not to imprint upon people and released at 42 – 44 days old when their flight feathers were ready.
In 1993, the American Enterprise building at 601 Sixth Ave., in Des Moine...
Drop In Fishing
Learn basic fishing skill, all ages
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are 16 or older
Mississippi River Pool 15, 399 S Bellingham Street, Riverdale
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Annual Youth Fishing Seminar
All day fishing seminar for youth, ages 10-13
This seminar will benefit the beginning angler and also the child who has already begun fishing. Useful and interesting instruction will be provided during the event including Fishing Safety & Ethics, Fish Biology and Behavior, Locating Fish and Pointers to Improve Success, Different Lures and Baits and Their Use, General Knot Tying, and Casting Techniques.
Pre-registration is required. Call (641)484-2703 after ...
Natural Resource Commission Meeting
Upcoming meetings, locations, and documents are posted at
http://www.iowadnr.gov/InsideDNR/BoardsCommissions/NaturalResourceCommission.aspx
The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) consists of seven citizens who provide oversight to Iowa’s natural resources, set policy, adopt administrative rules, and review contested cases.NRC members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate to staggered six-year terms.
Client Contact Group, 1-3 p.m. Wallace
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources recognizes the need to provide the public with a way to learn about new programs and requirements related to Environmental Services programs.
The Client Contact Group is an open forum to discuss new rules or program developments on the state and federal level. These meetings are a good source of information for anyone who works with or has an interest in activities related to environmental management.
Iowa Trails Summit and Family Fun Day to Be Held in Cedar Falls/Waterloo
June 14-15
AMES, Iowa – May 22, 2013 – The Iowa Department of Transportation is joining a host of statewide organizations including the Iowa Department of Natural Resources,in support of the state’s fourth Iowa Trails Summit and Family Fun Day Friday and Saturday, June 14 and 15, in Cedar Falls/Waterloo.
The summit, to be held Friday, June 14, at the University of Northern Iowa Schindler Edu...
Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate freedom at this community event, with amusement rides and family entertainment. Basic fishing instruction and equipment will be provided for a fishing experience on the Mississippi. Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
LeClaire Park, 400 West Beiderbecke Drive, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
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
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Annual Kids Fishing Clinic
Youth Fishing Clinic; The clinic is open to all youth under 18. All participants will receive a prize provided by North Linn Fish and Game.Other fishing informational items will be provided by Linn CCB and the Iowa DNR.Fishing rods can be provided for those who do not have them. Come out and enjoy the event - we usually provide a light lunch after all the fun. Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
The fishing will be do...
Aquatic Field Day
Live animals, fishing, water testing, dissecting scopes, preserved insects. All ages.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
Family Fishing Clinic
Fun free family fishing event
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Sandy Hollow Park Lake, 4078 Ibex Avenue, Sioux Center
Sioux County Conservation Board, Sunday Ford, 712-552-3057, sfnaturalist@siouxcounty.org
Sponsored by the Iowa DNR and Webster County Conservation
This is a one day event where you will be able to try different outdoor skills in the company of like minded women. Classes to choose from include: handgun (permit to carry), canoeing, geocaching, dutch oven cooking, trailer backing & load securing, clay shooting, wild edibles, self defense, 3D archery, photography, firearm skill builder & natural soap making.
For more information please contact Erin Ford with Webster County Co...
Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate freedom at this community event, with amusement rides and family entertainment. Basic fishing instruction and equipment will be provided for a fishing experience on the Mississippi. Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
LeClaire Park, 400 West Beiderbecke Drive, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Kids Fishing Clinic
Fishing clinic for kids under 16
LIttlefield Lake, 2688 CIR F58, Exira
Audubon Co. Conservation Board, Christina Groen, cgroen@fmctc.com, 712-268-2762
June 17 & 18, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (June 17); 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.(June 18)
Springbrook Conservation Education Center (2473 160th Road, Guthrie Center)
This class was designed to show elementary teachers that science can be fun and practical. You will be introduced to simple hands on science lessons that will make learning more enjoyable for your students. These lessons will not only be practical and fun to use, but will also help you and your students better understand ba...
Adult Archery Class
Basic archery safety and instruction for any level shooter. Equipment will be provided. Adults ages 18 and older.
Duck Creek Park 3000 East Locust Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Environmental Protection Commission, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
7900 Hickman Road, Windsor Heights, IA
The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) is a panel of nine citizens who provide policy oversight over Iowa's environmental protection efforts. EPC members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by vote of the Senate for four year terms.
Old Time Fishing
Fishing a Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area (Chicken Creek) with cane poles, All ages.
Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
Drop In Fishing
Learn the basics of fishing, all ages
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Centennial Park, 315 S Marquette Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Take a Shot at Bowfishing
Learn the basics of bow fishing, all ages
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Credit Island Park, 2200 West River Drive, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Archery Club
Competitive relays, different distances. Ages 8 to 18.
Discovery Park, 3300 Cedar Street, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
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
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Family Learn How to Fish
Event will teach how to hook fish, take off the hook, casting; Rod fishing, fly fishing, cane pole fishing, and bow fishing will be demostrated and participants wil get a chance to try themselves. Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Vander Veer Botanical Park, 215 W Central Park Avenue, Davenport
Davenport Parks and Recreation, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Basic Fishing
We'll bring the rod and reels- you plan on having fun. Pre-registration is appreciated by calling 712-258-0838. You are welcome to bring your own bait and fishing tackle. Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Snyder Bent Park, 3 miles southwest of Salix
Woodbury County Conservation Board, kls010@morningside.edu, 712-258-0838
Fishing Clinic
Learn fishing techniques and fish ID. Then go fishing!
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Arrowhead Lake, CIR M54, Lake View
Sac County Conservation Board, Rene Stroud, 712-662-4530, sccbnat@frontiernet.net
Antler Hunting/Deer Education
Discuss antler/deer hunting, the whitetail deers' habitat, letting kids hunt for (planted) antlers. All ages.
Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area, Muscatine
Muscatine County Conservation Board, Melissa Lemkau, 563-264-5922, melissa.lemkau@co.muscatine.ia.us
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.
Teaching Outdoor Skills: An Introduction to Basic Outdoor Skills
June 24: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
June 25: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(100% attendance is required for credit.)
Benton County Conservation Center (5718 20th Avenue Drive, Vinton)
Hands-on sessions will acquaint participants with a variety of basic outdoor skills and teaching resources/methodologies. Participants will receive introductory instruction and lesson plans for planning outings, map reading, hiking, fishing, archery, camp...
Louisa County Fishing Camp
Join us for a fun, FREE day of outdoor entertainment! Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Langwood Education Center Pond, 14001 H Avenue, Wapello
Louisa County Conservation Board, Brittney Tiller, 319-523-8381, btiller@lccb.org
Drop In Archery
Instruction on archery safety and basic shoot techniques, equipment wil be provided. All ages
Lindsay Park 2200 East 11th Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-320-0384, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Drop In Fishing
Learn the basics of fishing, all ages
Anglers are reminded to have a 2013 fishing license, if they are age 16 or older.
Centennial Park, 315 S Marquette Street, Davenport
City of Davenport, Parks & Recreation Department, Greg Wolf, 563-328-7275, gwolf@ci.davenport.ia.us
Water Safety
Kids ages 4-12 can learn about casting and fishing basics during this Kids Klub event.
Woodbury County Conservation Board & Scheels, 4400 Seargeant Road #54, Sioux City
Scheels, Penni McIntosh, eventssm@scheelssports.com, 712-252-1551 
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