All Events

Make plans to attend one of the many environmental events and activities in the Quad City area throughout the year. Check here regularly for the most up-to-date information.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Iowa's Owls
Wednesday, February 22, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Iowa's Owls
Description: Owls are known for their ability to be excellent hunters. This program will explore the tools that make this nocturnal creature a fierce predator. Participants will also learn how to identify the owls that live and visit Iowa. This program is great for families and nature-lovers alike.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Nahant Marsh Education Center
4220 Wapello Ave
Davenport, IA 52802

Fee: $5 adults, $3 children
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.nahantmarsh.org
Event Contact: Amy Loving
nahantmarsh@eicc.edu
563-323-5196

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Thursday, February 23, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Methods for Extending the Growing Season
Thursday, February 23, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Methods for Extending the Growing Season
Description: There are a variety of methods growers can utilize to extend the lengths of the growing season, to take advantage of an earlier market and/or a late market for their produce. The ability to market produce earlier or later than your competition has economic advantages. Learn about season extensions, in a variety of designs, from simple to complex.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Saturday, February 25, 2012:   11:00 A.M.
Event: Natural Charcoal Art
Saturday, February 25, 2012:   11:00 A.M.
Event: Natural Charcoal Art
Description: Have you ever wanted to make your own drawing charcoal? Well, now you can! Join Aaron Askelson to learn how to create our own charcoal and put it to the test by drawing your own winter outdoor scene. Please bring paper and BYOM – Bring Your Own Mug. Please call (563) 328-3286 to register.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Avenue
Dixon, IA 52745

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Aaron Askelson
aaron.askelson@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3286

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Saturday, February 25, 2012:   8:00 am-4:00 pm
Event: Nursery School 2012- Lessons in Gardening
Saturday, February 25, 2012:   8:00 am-4:00 pm
Event: Nursery School 2012- Lessons in Gardening
Description: Now in its 16th year, Nursery School is recognized as one of the Quad Cities premiere gardening symposiums! Rock Island County Master Gardeners bring together renowned local and regional horticulture experts to provide 16 different workshops on diverse topics. The $45 fee includes continental breakfast,sit-down luncheon, afternoon snacks, handouts and outstanding lessons.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: iWireless Center
1202 River Drive
Moline, IL 61265

Fee: $45
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Thursday, March 1, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Are you Farm to School Ready??
Thursday, March 1, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Are you Farm to School Ready??
Description: This session will answer the Frequently Asked Questions for Illinois farmers who have not set up a direct-to-consumer farm business. This session will take participants through the "Checklist for Starting Direct Farm Sales" discussing issues such as, general business considerations, liability, taxes, labor and employment, food safety, land use and zoning as well as the Farm-to-School Readiness Checklist discussing some frequently asked questions.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Saturday, March 3, 2012:   10:00 A.M.
Event: Blue Bird House Workshop
Saturday, March 3, 2012:   10:00 A.M.
Event: Blue Bird House Workshop
Description: Join Aaron Askelson to learn about bluebirds and build a bluebird house. Participants will also learn about the correct placement and maintenance of the boxes. Kits will be available for $5.00 each. Please call (563) 328-3286 by Thursday, March 1 to register, and state the number of kits you would like to reserve.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Avenue
Dixon, IA 52745

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Aaron Askelson
aaron.askelson@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-2386

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Saturday, March 3, 2012:   1:00 P.M.
Event: Maple Syruping Demonstration
Saturday, March 3, 2012:   1:00 P.M.
Event: Maple Syruping Demonstration
Description: Join Tom Greene as he discusses the history and procedure of tapping trees for syrup. Handouts and where to find tapping equipment will be provided to participants. Please call (563) 328-3286, if you are interested in attending.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Avenue
Dixon , IA 52745

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Michael J. Granger
mgranger@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3286

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Wednesday, March 7, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Flower Preservation
Wednesday, March 7, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Flower Preservation
Description: Flower preservation is an old art and was very popular in the middle ages and in the pioneer days. This art is now gaining popularity as more and more people are going back to basics. In this program, we will cover the various methods of preserving flowers; as well as, ways to use your flora in crafts and other project ideas. The program is great for families and nature-lovers alike. Registration is required.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Nahant Marsh Education Center
4220 Wapello Ave
Davenport, IA 52802

Fee: $5 adults, $3 children
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.nahantmarsh.org
Event Contact: Amy Loving
nahantmarsh@eicc.edu
563-323-5196

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Thursday, March 8, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Managing your woodland for profitability and sustainability
Thursday, March 8, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Managing your woodland for profitability and sustainability
Description: Just like any production enterprise on your farm, woodland planning and management is necessary to maximize growth and profitability. Are you actively managing the wooded acreage on your property? If not, learn how to get started. If you already have a forest management plan, techniques and practices will be presented that could be incorporated into your plan to increase profitability.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Saturday, March 10, 2012:   9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Event: Hunter Education Class
Saturday, March 10, 2012:   9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Event: Hunter Education Class
Description: Scott County Park Rangers will be teaching a Hunter Education Online Field Day at the old nature center. Participants must be 16 years old or older and have completed the online hunter safety training at www.HunterExam.com or www.hunter-ed.com/Iowa; participants must bring voucher to class. This is a review class with no firing. Participants will need to bring a sack lunch and beverage. Please call (563) 328-3282 to register.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Scott County Park Nature Center
18850 270th Street
Eldridge , IA 52745

Fee: Must Register Online
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://https://www.iowadnr.gov/training/index.php/ClassDe
Event Contact: Josh Nelson
JNelson@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3282

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Thursday, March 15, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Common Garden Pests
Thursday, March 15, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Common Garden Pests
Description: This session will cover the most common insect pests that damage vegetable crops. We'll cover identification, life cycles, monitoring methods, and control for common pests such as cabbage worms, flea beetles, cucumber beetles, corn earworm, squash bug, cutworms, Colorado potato beetle, aphids, and more.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Thursday, March 15, 2012:   7:00 P.M.
Event: Friends o fThe Wapsi Center Meeting
Thursday, March 15, 2012:   7:00 P.M.
Event: Friends o fThe Wapsi Center Meeting
Description: Join us at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center to learn about current events, happenings and volunteer opportunities at the Wapsi River Center.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd
Dixon, IA 52745

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Wapsi River Center
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Michael J. Granger
mgranger@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3286

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Saturday, March 17, 2012:   1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
Event: A Tisket, A Tasket, A Recycled Trinket Basket
Saturday, March 17, 2012:   1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
Event: A Tisket, A Tasket, A Recycled Trinket Basket
Description: This hands-on, recycling project utilizes a plastic pop bottle bottom as the base for the basket. Then uses “plarn” (plastic yarn) and pop can tabs to create a decorative edge around the top. Basic sewing skills are needed to complete project. A great project for scout groups! Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-registration by Thursday, March 15, is appreciated by calling (563) 328-3286.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Avenue
Dixon, IA 52745

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Lisa Gerwulf
lgerwulf@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3286

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Trendy Terrariums
Wednesday, March 21, 2012:   3-4:30pm
Event: Trendy Terrariums
Description: Terrariums are a beautiful addition to any home. Have ever wondered how a terrarium works? or what plants are best? Then this program is for you. Participants will build their own terrarium to take home. The program is great for families (8+up) and nature-lovers alike. Registration is required.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Nahant Marsh Education Center
4220 Wapello Ave
Davenport, IA 52808

Fee: $5 adults, $3 children
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.nahantmarsh.edu
Event Contact: Amy Loving
nahantmarsh@eicc.edu
563-323-5156

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Thursday, March 22, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Companion Planting
Thursday, March 22, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Companion Planting
Description: Companion planting is the establishment of two or more planting species in close proximity. The plant species can benefit each other by factors that increase crop productivity such as pest control, pollination, and soil fertility.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Friday, March 23, 2012:   8:00 am-3:00 pm
Event: Women in Agriculture
Friday, March 23, 2012:   8:00 am-3:00 pm
Event: Women in Agriculture
Description: The 2012 Women in Agriculture Conference provides workshops designed to educate, enlighten, and motivate women so they are prepared to be leaders in agriculture and agri-business. A block of rooms have been reserved at the Stoney Creek in Moline – call 309-743-0101 and ask for the women in Agriculture conference The block goes off on February 22nd. (Address: 101 18th St Moline, IL 61265)
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: iWireless Center
1202 River Drive
Moline, IL 61265

Fee: Early Bird Registration-$50 by February 29, 2012
Sponsor: Rock Island County Farm Bureau
Event Website: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/scott/news/womeninagricu
Event Contact: DeAnne Bloomberg
info@ricofarmbureau.org
(309) 736-7432

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Friday, March 23, 2012:   10:00
Event: Trout Release (Changed from 3-24-2012)
Friday, March 23, 2012:   10:00
Event: Trout Release (Changed from 3-24-2012)
Description: Trout Release Trout Release ~ 10:30 A.M. ~ West Lake Park ~ Trout will be released by representatives from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources at West Lake Park. This year there will be 1,800 rainbow trout released at Lake of the Hills. Come join us for this spectacular event!
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: West Lake Park
14910th 110th Avenue
Davenport , IA 52804

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Marc Miller
mmiller@scottcountyiowa.com
563-328-3280

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Saturday, March 24, 2012:   10:30 A.M.
Event: Trout Release
Saturday, March 24, 2012:   10:30 A.M.
Event: Trout Release
Description: 24th ~ Trout Release ~ 10:30 A.M. ~ West Lake Park ~ Trout will be released by representatives from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources at West Lake Park. This year there will be 1,800 rainbow trout released at Lake of the Hills. Come join us for this spectacular event!
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: West Lake park
14919 110 Avenue
Davenport , IA 52804

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Marc Miller
mmiller@scottcountyiowa.com
563-328-3280

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Thursday, March 29, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Pasture Management
Thursday, March 29, 2012:   1:00 pm
Event: Small farms/Local Foods Webinar Series-Pasture Management
Description: Improve, manage and efficiently utilize your pastures through some simple principles of pasture management that will be presented in this webinar.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: University of Illinois Extension Office-Rock Island County
321 W. 2nd Ave
Milan, IL 61264

Fee: $5.00
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/hort.html
Event Contact: Tracy Jo Mulliken
tmully@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Wednesday, April 4, 2012:   3-4:40pm
Event: Native American Games
Wednesday, April 4, 2012:   3-4:40pm
Event: Native American Games
Description: The Native Americans called game playing “the little brother of war”. The materials Native Americans used were all made from natural materials. In this session, we will make toys from cattails, grapevine and willow. Participants will also be able to play games with their newly constructed toys.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Nahant Marsh Education Center
4220 Wapello Ave
Davenport, IA 52802

Fee: $5 adults, $3 children
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.nahantmarsh.edu
Event Contact: Amy Loving
nahantmarsh@eicc.edu
563-323-5196

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Saturday, April 14, 2012:   9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Event: Hunter Safety Class
Saturday, April 14, 2012:   9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Event: Hunter Safety Class
Description: 14th ~ Hunter Education Class ~ 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. ~ Scott County Park (Old Nature Center) ~ Scott County Park Rangers will be teaching a Hunter Education Online Field Day at the old nature center. Participants must be 16 years old or older and have completed the online hunter safety training at www.HunterExam.com or www.hunter-ed.com/Iowa; participants must bring voucher to class. This is a review class with no firing. Participants will need to bring a sack lunch and beverage. Please call (563) 328-3282 to register.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Scott County Park Nature Center
19251 290th Street
Long Grove, IA 52756

Fee: Must Register Online
Sponsor: Scott County Conservation Board
Event Website: http://https://www.iowadnr.gov/training/index.php/ClassDe
Event Contact: Josh Nelson
jnelson@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3282

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012:   3-4:30
Event: Fantastic Frogs & Rad Reptiles
Wednesday, April 18, 2012:   3-4:30
Event: Fantastic Frogs & Rad Reptiles
Description: There are many cold-vlooded critters to been seen at Nahant MarshIn this session, we will search for basking turtles and also use nets to catch frogs around the marsh. Participants will get the opportunity to make observations and learn about frog and reptile adaptations. Participants will be able to hold and/or touch a live snake, if they wish.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Nahant Marsh Education Center
4220 Wapello Ave
Davenport, IA 52082

Fee: $5 adults, $3 children
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.nahantmarsh.edu
Event Contact: Amy Loving
nahantmarsh@eicc.edu
563-323-5196

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Thursday, April 19, 2012:   7:00 P.M.
Event: Friends of the Wapsi Center Meeting
Thursday, April 19, 2012:   7:00 P.M.
Event: Friends of the Wapsi Center Meeting
Description: Join us at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center to learn about current events, happenings and volunteer opportunities at the Center.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Wapsi River Center
31555 52nd Avenue
Dixon , IA 52745

Fee: Free
Sponsor: Wapsi River Center
Event Website: http://www.scottcountyiowa.com
Event Contact: Michael J. Granger
mgranger@SCOTTCOUNTYIOWA.com
563-328-3286

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Saturday, May 5, 2012:   9:00 A.M. - noon
Event: Garlic Mustard Pull
Saturday, May 5, 2012:   9:00 A.M. - noon
Event: Garlic Mustard Pull
Description: Garlic Mustard is an invasive, noxious plant that threatens our native woodlands, natural areas & wildlife habitat. Help us control it in our community by participating. Locations will be announced at a later date.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Various areas in the Quad Cities
Quad City Area, IA

Fee: Free
Sponsor:
Event Website: N/A
Event Contact: Paula Webinger
pwebinger@wastecom.com
563-386-9575

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Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - Thursday, August 2, 2012:   8:30 am- 4:00 pm
Event: Monarch Workshop
Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - Thursday, August 2, 2012:   8:30 am- 4:00 pm
Event: Monarch Workshop
Description: 'Teaching and Learning With Monarch Butterflies' is a two-day teacher workshop combining classroom and field experiences. It enables pre-K through 12th grade educators to teach essential skills in literacy, math, science, geography, technology, Spanish, the arts and social studies… through the captivating story of monarchs. Teachers complete the workshop with all the materials they need to bring this exciting and dynamic subject into their classrooms.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: TBD
TBD

Fee: TBD
Sponsor: University of Illinois Extension
Event Website: N/A
Event Contact: Martha Smith
smithma@illinois.edu
309-756-9978

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Saturday, August 11, 2012:   8:30 a.m. to Noon
Event: Xstream Cleanup 2012
Saturday, August 11, 2012:   8:30 a.m. to Noon
Event: Xstream Cleanup 2012
Description: Xstream Cleanup is a Quad City-wide cleanup of creeks, drainage ways, and sections of the Mississippi and Rock Rivers.
Category: Upcoming Events
Location: Cleanup Sites
Quad Cities Area

Fee:
Sponsor:
Event Website: http://www.xstreamcleanup.org
Event Contact: Paula Webinger
pwebinger@wastecom.com
563-468-4218

   
   
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