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Diatom Exhibit – Pearson Lakes Art Center
Celebrating 60 Years of Diatoms at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory: In 1963, Lakeside Laboratory became a front-runner in diatom research. Microscopic algae made of glass, diatoms tell us the history of aquatic ecosystems while providing up to 30% of the air we breathe. As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of this world-renowned course, we invite you…
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Coffee & Grounds
Coffee & Grounds
Work hard and learn about native ecosystems while restoring prairie and oak savanna at Lakeside Lab. We wrap up our morning of hard work with snacks, coffee, and good conversation. Meet at the Waitt Lab at 8:30 am each Tuesday during snow-free months.
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Wild Wednesday – The Secret Life of Amphibians
Wild Wednesday – The Secret Life of Amphibians
A free, weekly summer learning series for families, children, and "kids at heart!"
2 events,
Coffee & Grounds
Coffee & Grounds
Work hard and learn about native ecosystems while restoring prairie and oak savanna at Lakeside Lab. We wrap up our morning of hard work with snacks, coffee, and good conversation. Meet at the Waitt Lab at 8:30 am each Tuesday during snow-free months.
2 events,
Wild Wednesday – Kayak Clean-Up
Wild Wednesday – Kayak Clean-Up
A free, weekly summer learning series for families, children, and "kids at heart!"
3 events,
Plant Preservation Workshop
You are invited to participate in a day-long plant preservation workshop. Dr. Brian Hazlett, botany professor from Briar Cliff College, and Dr. Tom Rosburg from Drake University will help you learn some basic prairie plant identification and how to prepare your own herbarium samples. Seating is limited for this event. Please RSVP to Rebecca-Kauten@uiowa.edu if you…
Farmer’s Market in the Park – Diatom Craft
Farmer’s Market in the Park – Diatom Craft
In 1963, Lakeside Laboratory became a front-runner in diatom research. Microscopic algae made of glass, diatoms tell us the history of aquatic ecosystems while providing up to 30% of the air we breathe. Join us for a craft that celebrates the anniversary of diatoms at Lakeside Lab!
2 events,
Coffee & Grounds
Coffee & Grounds
Work hard and learn about native ecosystems while restoring prairie and oak savanna at Lakeside Lab. We wrap up our morning of hard work with snacks, coffee, and good conversation. Meet at the Waitt Lab at 8:30 am each Tuesday during snow-free months.
2 events,
Wild Wednesday – Macroinvertebrates
Wild Wednesday – Macroinvertebrates
A free, weekly summer learning series for families, children, and "kids at heart!"
2 events,
Coffee & Grounds
Coffee & Grounds
Work hard and learn about native ecosystems while restoring prairie and oak savanna at Lakeside Lab. We wrap up our morning of hard work with snacks, coffee, and good conversation. Meet at the Waitt Lab at 8:30 am each Tuesday during snow-free months.
2 events,
Wild Wednesday – Wild Edibles
Wild Wednesday – Wild Edibles
A free, weekly summer learning series for families, children, and "kids at heart!"
2 events,
Coffee & Grounds
Coffee & Grounds
Work hard and learn about native ecosystems while restoring prairie and oak savanna at Lakeside Lab. We wrap up our morning of hard work with snacks, coffee, and good conversation. Meet at the Waitt Lab at 8:30 am each Tuesday during snow-free months.
2 events,
Wild Wednesday – The Rock Cycle
Wild Wednesday – The Rock Cycle
A free, weekly summer learning series for families, children, and "kids at heart!"