It starts when those temperatures hit a seasonal low and you cringe at the thought of leaving the house.
Fast forward 2 weeks later and you’ve likely developed a heavy dose of cabin fever. What’s worse? Your kids are experiencing cabin fever symptoms as well…
Well, we’re here to help you break away from that less-than-picturesque life this winter. Check out a few of our favorite winter activities and events coming up.
Waukee Family Fest
On January 21st, get the kids ready for a fun (and FREE) event at Waukee FamilyFest. This annual event features inflatables along with games and prizes supplied by local Waukee businesses.
Climb Iowa
Climb Iowa is a great option to get yourself and the kids out of the house and moving so you don’t miss a beat when the weather is a little more inviting to get outside.
Mystery at the Library
Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes and solve a Mystery at the Library! Learn how to gather clues, make deductions, and catch the crook at the Altoona Public Library. Registration is required for this FREE event on January 28th.
Trumpeter Swan Soiree in Polk County
The public is invited to a Trumpeter Swan Soiree, celebrating North America’s largest waterfowl species at the Blank Park Zoo Friday, Jan. 27 from 6-8 p.m., and at Walnut Woods State Park on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Saturday programs will be given both indoors and outdoors at the Walnut Woods State Park lodge with concurrent outdoor viewing and interpretive presentations of trumpeter swans and bald eagles given by Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Polk and Dallas County Conservation naturalist. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.
An estimated 220 trumpeter swans are wintering at the Dale Maffitt Reservoir and surrounding area southwest of Des Moines, providing a rare opportunity to view good numbers of free flying trumpeter swans.
Hot chocolate, hot cider, cookies, grilled hotdogs and other snacks will be provided free of charge. Donations will be accepted with proceeds going towards Iowa trumpeter swan restoration.
Warren County Conservation's Owl Prowl
Have a hooting good time at Warren County Conservation’s Owl Prowl on February 1st. Learn about the owls of Iowa, how to identify their calls, and head out for a hike down the trail to listen for owls living in the park.
Brenton Skating Plaza
Bundle up the kids and go ICE SKATING at Brenton Skating Plaza. Kids skate for just $3.50 Monday – Thursday and after a few loops around the rink, they’re sure to be tuckered out by the time you make it back home.
Beaverdale Books
If you didn’t already know, this neat little local bookstore hosts a weekly Storybook Time on Thursday mornings. They’ll read favorite selections from their children’s department, allow time for singing, and sharing.
Seven Oaks Recreation
Take a mini-vacation and hit the slopes at Seven Oaks Recreation Center in Boone for the day. While you’re there, make sure to take advantage of one of their FREE ski calsses.
