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SUMMARY:City of Windsor Heights Sidewalk Ordinance Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Windsor Heights residents who support sidewalks and walkability efforts in the city are invited to submit comments via email and/or attend the final two readings of the revised sidewalks ordinance language at regularly scheduled council meetings on Tuesday\, Sept. 6 and Monday\, Sept. 19. \nTo contact the Windsor Heights Mayor and City Council and voice your support for sidewalks in Windsor Heights\, visit http://www.windsorheights.org/city-government/mayor-city-council.aspx \nFor updates on meeting and events\, go to http://www.windsorheights.org/whats-new/city-calendar.aspx
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/windsor-heights-sidewalk-ordinance-readings/
LOCATION:Windsor Heights City Council Chambers\, 1133 66th St.  \, Windsor Heights\, IA\, 50324\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160905
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
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SUMMARY:FAIRfest: Roots Music Festival & Food Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Come together Labor Day Weekend\, September 2-4\, 2016 in this open-source\, open-hearted festival and community for unforgettable music\, friends\, and transformation. For three days you’ll experience the best in music\, art\, and community. Special guests include Buddy Guy\, Donovan\, Marty Stuart\, and many more! \nPlus enjoy a Food Symposium featuring Raj Patel\, who will discuss food rights\, sustainable living\, production and equitable distribution\, organic food\, and more. \nFor the festival’s full lineup and more information\, go to http://fairfestiowa.com/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/fairfest-roots-music-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Fairfield\, Farfield\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160829
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
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SUMMARY:Decatur County Mushroom Forays
DESCRIPTION:Learn about ectomycorrhizal fungi and how they are important habitat indicators. \nTimberhill Oak Savanna\, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. \nLunch will be provided\, but we need to know how many plan to attend. Sign up as soon as possible: email Sibylla Brown\, timberhll@grm.net\, if you plan to attend or call at 641-446-7358. \nDirections: (From Des Moines) Take I-35 south to Highway 2\, exit 12. Follow Hwy. 2 east through Leon to Pony Farm Road (after mile marker 128\, almost to mile marker 129.) \n(From the east) Take Hwy 2 west of Hwy 65 to Pony Farm Road\, just past mile marker 129\, Turn south on Pony Farm Road. Proceed south\, keeping left at the Y intersection. The Brown farm\, 21675 Pony Farm Road\, is on the south side of the road after you pass the red barn\, 2 miles from Hwy. 2. A green metal mailbox (no name or address) marks the driveway.  There is also a blue “911” sign with our number\, 21675. \nNine Eagles State Park\, Aug. 28 at 10 a.m. \nMeet at the beach \nRugged wooded hills and valleys abundant with oak trees make this one of southern Iowa’s most scenic parks.  The timber consists primarily of oak trees some of which are 300 years old.  There is also a well established pine plantation in the northeast corner.  Ten miles of trails wind through the 1\,100 acre park. \nDirections: From I-35 south take exit #4 (Lamoni)\, Hwy. 69.  Proceed north 9.6 miles to J66.  East on J66 for 5.6 miles to the park entrance.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/decatur-county-mushroom-forays/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
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SUMMARY:Myer's Prairie Tour
DESCRIPTION:See a small acreage-sized prairie restoration project up close. Residential landscaping with native plants will be one area that is discussed. Bob and Heidi are enthusiastic\, engaging\, and quite knowledgeable. There has been talk about a campfire conversation after the tour.  Dress for the weather\, bring water\, and questions!\n\nLocation:  1525 Old Portland Road in Van Meter at 7 p.m..  Off 169 north of Winterset\, turn east on 148th Street.  It will tee into Old Portland after about 2 miles.  Turn right to 1525.  Parking along the driveway edge.\n\nMobility needs?  Let Nancy (515) 462-1142 know and a four-wheeler will be on site.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/myers-prairie-tour/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160818T175446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160818T175446Z
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SUMMARY:Food for a Changing Planet
DESCRIPTION:Clarke University presents Fred Kirschenmann\, a longtime national and international leader in sustainable agriculture\, farmer\, and author of Cultivating an Ecological Conscience: Essays from a Farmer Philosopher (2010)\, for a timely and crucial conversation about the future of food in a changing climate. Kirschenman is a Distinguished Fellow for the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture and professor in the Department of Philosophy & Religious studies at Iowa State University and has received international recognition for his writing on land ethics. \nThe lecture is free and will be held in the Jansen Music Hall on the Clarke University Campus in Dubuque.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/food-for-a-changing-planet/
LOCATION:Clarke University\, 1550 Clarke Dr.\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160820T170000
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CREATED:20160818T185620Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Pollinator Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Practical Farmers of Iowa will host “Enhancing Pollinator Habitat” at the Bremer County Extension Building in Tripoli with hosts Rob and Tammy Faux and Steve Schmidt. The workshop is for farmers and landowners who want to better understand links between their farm landscape and pollinators. In the morning\, Xerces Society pollinator expert Sarah Foltz Jordan will lead the classroom portion at the Extension office. After lunch\, the group will caravan to two area farms for “eyes-on” work. \nFor more information contact leocenter@iastate.edu
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/enhancing-pollinator-habitat/
LOCATION:Bremer County Extension Building\, 720 7th Ave SW\, Tripoli\, IA\, 50676\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160818T191429Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield Solar Fair
DESCRIPTION:Farmers\, business owners\, and homeowners interested in going solar will hear answers to common questions and see solar technology in action at this Solar Energy Fair/Mini conference. \nThe event is designed to be a “one-stop-shop” for those considering solar PV for electricity production at their farm\, home\, or business. \nSchedule of Events\n9:00 a.m. – Noon — Vendor Expo \n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. — Solar Energy Technology 101\, Scott Timm\, ISU Extension and Outreach \n11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. — Solar Finance Presentation\, Aurelian Windenberger\, Financial Consultant\, A Squared Consulting \n1 p.m . — 3 p.m. — Solar Crawl\nVisit homes\, businesses\, and farms utilizing solar energy and see the technology in action and to ask questions. \nFor more information\, contact the Iowa Renewable Energy Association (I-Renew) at https://irenew.org/contact
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/fairfield-solar-fair/
LOCATION:Fairfield Iowa Convention and Visitors Bureau\, 200 North Main St.\, Fairfield\, IA\, 52556\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160811T110000
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CREATED:20160726T015258Z
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SUMMARY:Waterloo Transportation Policy Board and Technical
DESCRIPTION:WaterlooTransportation Policy Board and Technical Committee Meeting August 11\, 2016 10 a.m. INRCOG Board Room\, 229 East Park Ave Waterloo\, IA \nFor more information visit\, http://www.inrcog.org/august.htm
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/waterloo-transportation-policy-board-and-technical/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160813
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
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UID:2661-1470873600-1471046399@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Lakes Conference
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Iowa Environmental Council\, the Prairie Lakes Conference is a vibrant example of the connectivity where prairie and lakes meet. That is why conservation professionals from throughout the region have banded together to create the Prairie Lakes Conference Thursday-Friday\, Aug. 11-12\, at the Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center in Okoboji. \nProfessionals\, students and interested members of the public are invited to attend to learn about soil health\, water quality\, and the connections between the two. \nIn addition to the conference\, Clean Water Week will feature a variety of other environmental events. Check out the agricultural field day Wednesday\, Aug. 10\, the We Pedal Clean Water conservation bike ride and the Clean Water Concert Saturday\, Aug. 13. \nFor more information and to register visit\, http://www.iaenvironment.org/events/eid/ED52136294B9183A/partner-events/prairie-lakes-conference/ \nA full schedule of speakers will be available at www.plciowa.com as they are confirmed.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/prairie-lakes-conference/
LOCATION:Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center\, 1405 US-71\, Okoboji\, IA\, 51355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160806T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160727T185744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160727T190900Z
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SUMMARY:IPN Annual Meeting and Prairie Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa Prairie Network for their Annual Membership Meeting hosted by Region 2 on Saturday\, August 6 at the Floyd County Conservation Fossil and Prairie Park Preserve near Rockford! The event is free and open to the public. \nCome for the day or camp over the weekend. Camping accommodations are included below. \nRSVP for meals by July 30 (more details below) \nWEEKEND EVENT SCHEDULE:\nFRIDAY — tour local prairies and attractions on your own \nSATURDAY\n8:30-10:00: Pancake Breakfast *\n10:00: IPN Annual Meeting\n11:00: IPN Board Meeting \n(10:00-11:30: For those not involved in meetings: hunt fossils or tour former Brick and Tile Facility)\n11:30: Lunch *\n12:30: Presentation/Walking Tour of the prairie at Fossil & Prairie Park\n3:00: Presentation/Tour: Local prairie reconstructions (recently planted and several years old)\, a remnant\, and conservation work\n6:30: Banquet *\n7:30: Speaker: Bob Jackson of Tall Grass Bison\n8:30: Evening on your own (there may be some gatherings at a local\ncampground) \nSUNDAY – tour local prairies and attractions on your own \nRSVP DETAILS:\n* Reservations are requested for breakfast (free will donation) and lunch ($6). Reservations are *required* for the evening banquet ($12.50). To register for meals\, please email Dianne Blankenship: bennaid@hotmail.com \nInclude who/how many plan on attending\, and which meals they would like to register for (and if there are any dietary restrictions) by SATURDAY\, JULY 30. \nFor ore information about IPN visit\,  http://www.iowaprairienetwork.org/ \nFor more information about the park visit\,\nhttp://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Floyd/Park/Fossil-Prairie-Park-Preserve-and-Center.aspx \nCamping is available in Rockford and at two campgrounds near Marble Rock. \nWyatt Park in Rockford\n641-756-3718\nAllows RVs and other camping \nTosanak Recreation Area near Marble Rock\nhttp://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Floyd/Park/Tosanak-Recreation-Area.aspx\nHas cabins and areas for tent camping.  RVs are not allowed \nAckley Creek Park near Marble Rock\nhttp://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Floyd/Park/Ackley-Creek-Park.aspx\nAllows RVs and other camping.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/ipn-annual-meeting-and-prairie-event/
LOCATION:Floyd County Fossil and Prairie Park\, 1227 215th St.  \, Rockford\, IA\,  50468\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160804T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160804T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160726T014902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160726T014902Z
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SUMMARY:Des Moines Area: MPO Transportation Technical Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:August 4\, 2016 at 9:30 am – 10:30 am Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)\, 420 Watson Powell Jr Way #200\, Des Moines\, IA 50309 \nFor more information visit\, https://dmampo.org
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/des-moines-area-mpo-transportation-technical-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160801T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160801T170437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T170715Z
UID:2747-1470065400-1470330000@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Governor Branstad's Water Quality Tour
DESCRIPTION:Governor Branstad is holding meetings this week – and Citizens for a Healthy Iowa invite YOU to take a message to the Governor … that YOU support funding the Natural Resources & Outdoor Recreation Trust for important water quality\, habitat\, outdoor recreation and soil conservation programs. \nFor more information visit\, www.citizensforahealthyiowa.org \nMeeting Locations & Times: \nMonday\, August 1 \n• Gov. Branstad attends Harrison County Water Quality Discussion and Watershed Tour; 3:30 p.m. \nFarm of Bill Hammitt\, Harrison County\, IA; East of Hwy 30 on Hwy 44 (6.5 miles) to Toledo Ave. Turn north on Toledo Ave and go 0.5 miles to meeting site. \nTuesday\, August 2 \n• Gov. Branstad attends Buena Vista County Water Quality Roundtable Discussion and Watershed Tour; 8 a.m. \nKings Point Resort – Conference Room\, 1520 Lakeshore Dr.\, Storm Lake\, IA \nWednesday\, August 3 \n• Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds attend Bremer County Water Quality Discussion and Watershed Tour; 12:30 p.m. \nJuchems’ Farm\, 33635 110th St.\, Plainfield\, IA \n• Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds attend Jones County Water Quality Discussion and Watershed Tour;  3:45 p.m. \nDoug Fairbanks Farm\, Jones County\, IA; From Anamosa go southwest on Hwy 151 for about 2 ½ miles\, turn south onto Forest Chapel Road\, go about ¾ mile to 90th street.  The farm is on the south side of 90th street.  The new manure storage facility and dairy operation\, where we will meet\, is on the West side of Forest Chapel road. \nThursday\, August 4 \n• Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds attend Washington County Water Quality Discussion and Watershed Tour; 8:30 a.m. \nWest Fork Crooked Creek WQI Bioreactor Installation \nWashington\, IA; Drive east on Hwy 92 from Des Moines. You will want to take the Keokuk/Washington Road north through Keota and keep north until you’re a mile out of town until the blacktop road curves east. Continue to drive east for 5 miles on county highway G26 (190th St). At Fir Ave (gravel)\, turn right (south) on for ¼ mile. The location will be on the right (west) and pull into the farm driveway. \n• Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds attend Marion County Water Quality Discussion and Watershed Tour; 11 a.m. \nRoger Van Vark Farmstead\, 320 180th St.\, Otley\, IA
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/governor-branstads-water-quality-tour/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160531T154122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T154122Z
UID:2634-1469883600-1469898000@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Close Look at Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Blank Park Zoo’s new conservation program\, Plant.Grow.Fly\,  participants will learn how to provide habitats for pollinators and how they impact the environment and food sources. \nTo learn more about the Blank Park Zoo’s Plant.Grow.Fly program\, visit http://www.blankparkzoo.com/conservation/plantgrowfly/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/lets-take-a-close-look-at-pollinators/
LOCATION:Central Park Nature Center\, 12515 Central Park Rd.\, Center Junction\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160628T171840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T171929Z
UID:2663-1469876400-1469890800@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Summer Sustainability Fair
DESCRIPTION:FREE Event!  Join Green Iowa AmeriCorps in their 2nd Annual Summer Sustainability Fair in Dubuque. There will be lots of interactive booths from local businesses and organizations along with crafts and games for the kids\, raffle drawings\, keynote speakers\, garden tours\, fresh on-site made pizza with ingredients from the garden and more!  You won’t want to miss this exciting event! \nIf you’re interested in attending or volunteering visit\,  http://www.sustainabledubuque.org/index.cfm/51784/77946/2nd_annual_summer_sustainability_fair
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/2nd-annual-summer-sustainability-fair/
LOCATION:Dubuque Rescue Mission Garden\, 398 Main Street\, Dubuque\, IA\,  52001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160628T170028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T170330Z
UID:2657-1469266200-1469271600@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Smoothie & Harvest Party
DESCRIPTION:Backyard Abundance in Iowa City presents its Smoothie and Harvest Party at Wetherby Park Edible Forest where smoothies will be made using a bike-powered smoothie maker borrowed from World of Bikes. \nEdible Forest Tours: Tours of the Wetherby Edible Forest will be given where you will see elegant\, nature-inspired design firsthand. You will come away with an understanding of how to arrange plants in a landscape of any size to maximize yields and space. \nOther activities include: \nRegenerative Landscapes: This event helps people learn how to create low-maintenance landscapes that contribute to our quality of life while enhancing our local ecosystems. \nFree Cherries and Aronia Berries: Bring bowls to harvest loads of aronia berries and bush cherries. Donate them to the smoothie-making cause or take them home for future munching. Walking onions\, chives\, oregano\, thyme\, loveage\, sorrel and other herbs are also ready for harvest. \nSplash Pad! Bring the kids and enjoy the nearby Splash Pad of 15 crazy-fun water sprays. \nLight Weeding: After the event\, spend 15-30 minutes weeding a few patches. Weeding assistance makes the free-food forest thrive. This event and future events are offered free-of-charge to demonstrate how these outdoor spaces can be managed through the power of community skill-sharing. \nWhat to Bring Optional items to bring… \n\nReusable cup for sampling smoothies.\nBuckets\, bowls\, or bags for harvested berries and herbs.\nFriends and family.\nGloves for weeding.\n\nFor more information about this family-friendly event visit\,  http://www.backyardabundance.org/ClassesEvents/Events/Classes.aspx
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/smoothie-and-harvest-party/
LOCATION:Wetherby Park Edible Forest\, 2400 Taylor Dr.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160606T155608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T155608Z
UID:2642-1468929600-1468933200@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Central Iowa Bicycle – Pedestrian Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) hosts this recurring event. \nFor more information\, visit: http://iowabicyclecoalition.org/event/central-iowa-bicycle-pedestrian-roundtable/2016-07-19/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/central-iowa-bicycle-pedestrian-roundtable/
LOCATION:Burnham Room\, MPO Office\, 420 Watson Powell Jr. Way\, Des Moines\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160628T163244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T175319Z
UID:2655-1468663200-1468672200@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Bike Tour of Des Moines Green Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Join the US Green Building Council’s Iowa chapter for a 6-mile bike tour of seven LEED certified buildings in Des Moines. \nHear from USGBC Iowa members and design professionals about the LEED rating system as they relate to the specific buildings and their features. Pending 2.0 GBCI CE and AIA LU continuing education approval. \nFrom this tour\, you will: \n\nBecome more familiar with the city of Des Moines\, while experiencing the benefits of sustainable design.\nLearn how to tune up your bike/riding safety.\nExplore the LEED accreditation application process and levels of accreditation.\nDistinguish the seven impact categories which are the guiding principles to the accreditation system.\nView local green buildings.\n\nBicycle Route: Bicyclists will start at the Des Moines Bike Collective at 506 E. 6th St. and end at Fleet Feet Sports at 521 E. Locust. \n$10 for USGBC members; $20 for nonmembers. \nFor more information and to register visit\, http://www.usgbc.org/event/bike-tour-des-moines-green-buildings 
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/bike-tour-of-des-moines-green-buildings/
LOCATION:Des Moines Bike Collective\,  506 E. 6th St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160531T153517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T153552Z
UID:2632-1468659600-1468670400@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Puccoon Prairie Seed Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Help restore a unique prairie remnant in Polk County by clearing invasive species and collecting seeds that are ready for harvest at the Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt Park in Maxwell\, Iowa. No experience necessary and equipment is provided. \nDirections: After crossing the South Skunk River coming from Hwy 330\, take NE 102nd St. east then turn south on NE 112th St. We will meet at the entrance gate south of 102nd about a half-mile down the road on 112th St. on the east side. Look for waysigns along the road. \nThis event is hosted by the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation. Questions? Contact INHF Volunteer Coordinator Mary Runkel at mrunkel@inhf.org or 515-288-1846\, ext. 17. RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1163798806967123/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/puccoon-prairie-seed-harvest/
LOCATION:Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt\, 8700 NE 126 Ave.\, Maxwell\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160606T155136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T155209Z
UID:2640-1468058400-1468065600@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Bike Ride and Boone River Geology Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ride along the 5.5 mile scenic Boone River Recreational Trail from Briggs Woods Park to Webster City. We will be stopping at geological sites along the way to discuss the features. The return back to Briggs Woods Park will be at your own pace. Parents must accompany children. Bring your bike\, helmet\, water and join the geology bike tour. Free geological handouts on this area of the Boone River will be available from the county naturalist. \nFor more information or to register\, visit: http://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Hamilton/Park/Briggs-Woods-Park-and-Golf-Course/Events/5564/Bike-Ride-and-Boone-River-Geology-Tour.aspx
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/bike-ride-and-boone-river-geology-tour/
LOCATION:Briggs Woods Park Amphitheater\, 2490 Briggs Woods Trl.\, Webster City\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160628T161500
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160531T152457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T152457Z
UID:2630-1467118800-1467130500@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Iowa State University Annual Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Experts will address legal aspects of water quality as well as provide updates and research information on soil quality and farming practices\, including cover crops. This event is free and open to the public. For details on the day’s schedule of events and speakers\, click here. \nField days give farmers and the public a chance to see research projects in progress and talk with the researchers involved in the experiments. But they also provide the opportunity to view the latest in modern agriculture.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/iowa-state-university-annual-field-day/
LOCATION:Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm\, 3327 290th Street\, Nashua\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160716
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160628T170614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T170614Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation Opens 2016 Hagie Heritage Award Nominations
DESCRIPTION:The annual Hagie Award recognizes Iowans “who have demonstrated an extraordinary personal service and commitment to improving the quality of Iowa’s natural environment and who encourage others to do the same.” The award generally goes to volunteers\, but professional nominees are eligible if their efforts clearly go well beyond their job duties. \nFor more information on the Hagie Heritage Award and nomination process\, visit the INHF website at www.inhf.org/hagie.cfm or call 515-288-1846 for a printed copy. Please send all correspondence and questions to Katie Bandurski\, INHF communications intern\, via e-mail at comminternkatie@inhf.org or by mail to: \nIowa Natural Heritage Foundation\nAttn: Katie Bandurski\n505 Fifth Ave\, Suite 444\nDes Moines\, IA 50309-2321 \nAll nominations must be received by July 15\, 2016.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/iowa-natural-heritage-foundation-opens-2016-hagie-heritage-award-nominations/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160606T160444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160606T160722Z
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SUMMARY:Protect Our Rivers Flotilla & Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join the Bakken Pipeline Resistance coalition for all or part of the day as they continue to work together to stop the Bakken Pipeline. Bring your kayak or canoe if you can. We will have canoes for those without boats. If you prefer not to paddle\,  volunteers are needed to help with organization for the flotilla and picture-taking in the morning. Camping will be available for out-of-town people. More information to be posted to nobakken.com. \nSchedule for June 25\n10-11 a.m. shuttle cars/people/boats at put-in site Norton’s Ford Access NE of PIlot Mound\n11 a.m.-12 p.m. Press conference at Norton’s Ford Access\n12 noon Enter water and stay together to Bridge on E18\n1 p.m. Collect upstream before bridge for press pictures\n2-3 p.m. Unload boats at North Fraser Ramp; total trip 4.4 miles \n3-7 p.m. meet at Pilot Mound Community Center for press conference\, food\, fun\, and sharing stories \n\n\n\n\nTo RSVP and for more information\, visit:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1029310210485204/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/protect-our-rivers-flotilla-community-gathering/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Norton's Ford Access\, Pilot Mound\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160508T001145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160508T001419Z
UID:2623-1466150400-1466182800@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Iowa Trails Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual Iowa Trails Summit brings together a diverse group of people – from great thinkers and experts at connecting people and ideas\, to people that share a passion for outdoor recreation\, the natural environment\, and community development. \nThis award-winning event\, recognized by the National Park Service’s Mid America Trails & Greenways for its unique approach\, features a power-packed group of experts sharing their experiences\, innovations and ideas for connecting people and enriching lives. \nThere will be special presentations on new trails attractions from all corners of Iowa\, trail groups and trail supporters sharing information\, and plenty of opportunities for networking\, meeting new people\, and sharing ideas. \nThe master of ceremonies is Iowa’s own master raconteur and trails enthusiast Chuck Offenburger. \nFor more information and to register\, visit\, http://iowatrailssummit.org/2016-summit/ \nDownload the event’s program with agenda and timeline\,  http://iowatrailssummit.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2016-Iowa-Trails-Summit.pdf
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/7th-annual-iowa-trails-summit/
LOCATION:University of Northern Iowa’s (UNI) Center For Energy & Environmental Education\, 8106 Jennings Drive Cedar Falls\, IA\, Cedar Falls\, IA\, 50614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160507T225438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160507T225740Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa's Drinking Water: Could Flint Happen Here?
DESCRIPTION:This symposium will explore the current state of Iowa’s drinking water and the future challenges confronting water providers in the state to reliably deliver safe drinking water to Iowans.  Co-organized by the University of Iowa Public Policy Center and the Center for Health Effects of Environmental Contamination (CHEEC)\, this all day event will include panels of water experts from academia\, industry\, and the public sector including the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). \nIn light of recent\, high profile incidents of public health crises arising from drinking water contamination around the United States\, a special focus will be placed on whether drinking water supplies in Iowa are susceptible to similar vulnerabilities experienced elsewhere.  This includes a presentation by members of the Flint Water Study\, who will share first-hand experiences and lessons learned from the public health crisis in Flint\, Michigan. Beyond Flint\, panel topics will address other potential threats to the sustainability of Iowa’s drinking water supplies. \nFor updated information on speakers and to register\, visit\, http://ppc.uiowa.edu/forkenbrock/iowa-h2o
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/iowas-drinking-water-could-flint-happen-here/
LOCATION:Iowa Events Center – HyVee Hall\,  730 3rd St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160507T231302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160507T231737Z
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Pro H2O: Thirsty for Change
DESCRIPTION:Join the Iowa Environmental Council for an evening with like-minded friends to celebrate and support a shared vision for clean water\, healthy land\, and continued advocacy for Iowa’s environment. \nSpecial Guest Speaker is Chris Kolb\, co-chair of the Flint Water Crisis Task Force. \nHonorees to be recognized at this year’s event include Tom Hadden\, Susan Heathcote\, and Paul Johnson. \nPro H2O is the Iowa Environmental Council’s annual event. For three years\, Pro H2O has provided an opportunity for our members\, supporters\, staff\, allies and advocates to come together to honor local leaders\, draw inspiration and strength from one another\, and raise funds for the Iowa Environmental Council. \nSee more information and to RSVP\, visit\,  http://www.iaenvironment.org/get-involved/council-events/pro-h2o#sthash.qiqvS7p1.dpuf
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/pro-h2o/
LOCATION:Noce\, 1326 Walnut St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160614T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160531T183746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T183842Z
UID:2637-1465903800-1465909200@1000friendsofiowa.org
SUMMARY:Stormwater Design Series: Runoff reduction modeling of GSI
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is one in a series of six webinars hosted by the Iowa Storm Water Education Program that begins June 14 and runs through November 2016. \nJune 14: Runoff reduction modeling of GSI \nWhat would it look like if you could locate and preliminarily investigate green infrastructure sites in a matter of minutes?  Using a Chicagoland area community you experience the whole process from start to finish as Innovyze demonstrates the newly released InfoSWMM Sustain\, a powerful hydraulic modeling platform.  Speaker(s):  Brett Singley\, P.E.\, Innovyze \nFind webinar series registration information at: http://www.iowastormwater.org/index.cfm/74331/77981/stormwater_design_series_webinar__runoff_reduction_modeling_of_gsi or download the series flyer: http://www.iowastormwater.org/documents/filelibrary/files/training/stormwater_design_series_webinars_2016/SWDesignWebinarFlyer2016_846EAB020D9A0.pdf
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/stormwater-design-series-runoff-reduction-modeling-of-gsi/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160607T135209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T140543Z
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SUMMARY:“River Stories: Views from an Iowa Watershed"
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit was created by a group of six area women landowners this spring. Local landowners Courtney Tournis\, Chris Henning\, Jan Kaiser\, Danielle Wirth\, Patti Edwardson\, and Colleen Radebaugh took part in a participatory project documenting their experiences in the watershed through photographs and short narratives\, or “photostories.” They will share these photostories at the event. \nThe event is free. Public and press are invited to attend\, and may come and go between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Participants will present a short presentation at 5:15 pm. Light refreshments will be served. \nThe event follows a reading of Jen Wilson’s Water at the Perry Public Library at 3 p.m. \nFor more information visit\, https://www.facebook.com/events/1112751582131357/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/river-stories-views-from-an-iowa-watershed/
LOCATION:Town/Craft Center\, 1122 Willis Ave.\, Perry\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160531T155221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T155314Z
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SUMMARY:Windsor Heights Garden Tour 2016
DESCRIPTION:Featuring seven unique garden places and spaces\, this year’s garden tour is free. There will be free will donation containers at each of the gardens on the tour. Donations will be used to support and develop a butterfly garden at Colby Park .  All of the gardens provide ideas for your own yard and demonstrate that beauty can be found in places and spaces large and small. \nSpecial Presentation: At Garden #6\, there will be a 30 minute presentation at 2:00 pm and repeated at 4:00 pm. The title is “Gardening with Purpose – Heirloom Vegetables and Butterfly Gardens.” The speaker is Lorin Knapp\, member of Keep Windsor Heights Beautiful and author of “A Garden on the Edge: Creating a Heritage Habitat Garden.” \nGardens include Cowles Montessori’s school garden\, where students\, teacher\, and volunteers plant and maintain several garden spaces to provide creative and innovative outdoor learning opportunities. See a list of gardens and their locations here.
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/windsor-heights-garden-tour-2016/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160606T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160606T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160603T145555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160603T150702Z
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SUMMARY:Broken Heartland Bakken Rally at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Think the Bakken Pipeline is a bad deal for Iowa? Join the Broken Heartland rally! We know it is not a “done deal” and will continue our Summer of Resistance against the Bakken Pipeline\, Monday\, June 6\, at 1:30-2:30 pm\, at the Granite Map of Iowa on the State Capitol grounds*. \nSeven Iowans will speak about their ecosystems/communities at each of the seven main river crossings that the pipeline imperils\, against the backdrop of a huge patchwork heart. \nLearn what else you can do to keep the tide turning to stop the pipeline\, including pressuring the Army Corps of Engineers to deny the pipeline’s permit. \n*This is on the far west end of the Capitol grounds\, across E. 7th Street\, east of the Historical Building. Parking right there is limited\, but there is free parking up the hill closer to the west side of the Capitol. \nLearn more about the Bakken Pipeline Resistance event here:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1711235795797217/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/broken-heartland-rally/
LOCATION:Iowa State Capitol\, 1007 East Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50319\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083118
CREATED:20160507T233529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160531T155803Z
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SUMMARY:The 2016 Loess Hills Prairie Seminar
DESCRIPTION:“Fascinations of the Loess Hills” is the 40th annual Loess Hills Prairie Seminar where families and people of all ages can enjoy sessions about birds\, plants\, insects\, photography\, history\, soil\, ecology\, prairie management\, writing\, Native American heritage\, farming\, storytelling\, and more. \nDon’t miss the campfires both Friday and Saturday night from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Friday’s musical performance by Chad Elliot\, and Saturday’s music by Douglas Wood and Steve Borgstrom. Plus 6 a.m. birding walks will be offered both Saturday and Sunday morning. \nThe weekend’s events will be held at West Monona High School and the Loess Hills Wildlife Area in rural Castana\, Iowa. \nFor the timeline of events and more information\, visit\, http://www.nwaea.k12.ia.us/en/educators/loess_hills_prairie_seminar/
URL:https://1000friendsofiowa.org/event/the-2016-loess-hills-prairie-seminar/
LOCATION:Loess Hills Wildlife Area\, 178th St. & Oak Ave.\, Castana\, IA\, 51010\, United States
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