April 2025 Events

Pasque Flower Walk Saturday

Join Golden Hills and Iowa Prairie Network this Saturday to see the earliest-blooming flowers on a remnant Loess Hills Prairie!

Saturday, April 5, 2025

10:00am-11:30am

Loess Hills State Forest

Free & Open to the Public.

Meet near the shelter at 1369 Geneva Pl. Pisgah, IA.

Land Stewardship Series continues through November

Classes started Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm and continue one Tuesday evening per month until November. The next session, Tree & Shrub removal, is April 8.

This hands-on series is designed for landowners, natural resource professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge of managing Iowa’s unique ecosystems. Participants will explore topics such as tree and plant identification, invasive species management, herbicide application, equipment operation, trail design, tree and shrub removal, wildfire planning, and ecosystem restoration. Some classes will include fieldwork at off-site locations, offering real-world application and insights.

Registration closes 3 days prior to each class.

For registration questions, contact Megan Blakely at Iowa Western.

Each class is $65, or register for all classes in the series for a total of $499. 

Detaills & registration.

Southwest Iowa Farmer Collaboration

Join Golden Hills and Center for Rural Affairs for a discussion about building collaboration and strengthening our local food system in southwest Iowa. Connect with fellow farmers, food businesses and local food advocates as we discuss challenges and opportunities in our regional food system.

Tuesday, April 8

6:30-8:00pm

Iowa Western Campus

Council Bluffs

Looft Hall room 006/008

The discussion will be facilitated by staff from the Center for Rural Affairs and Golden Hills. The discussion will be led by Jordan Scheibel, founder of Middle Way Farm near Grinnell where he grows chemical-free and Certified Naturally Grown vegetables and transplants on four acres of leased land for Community Supported Agriculture shares, online sales and home delivery, farmers markets, food hubs, food service and grocery stores. Jordan has also worked for food hubs, FarmTable Delivery and Grinnell Farm to Table, and has a background in community and farmer to farmer education.

Registration is encouraged but not required.

For more information and to register, visit cfra.org/events

Food Hub Perspective

Please join us in learning about southwest Iowa’s local food hub, FarmTable Delivery, and how best they can best serve you. This will be a great opportunity to discuss your needs as a farmer, aggregator, or processor. Come and share your insights and help shape the future of food distribution in our region

Tuesday, April 22

6:30-8pm

Iowa Western Community College

2700 College Road

Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Looft Hall Room 006/008

Registration is encouraged but not required.

For more information and to register, visit cfra.org/events

LoHi Trek

This year's LoHi Trek will take place primarily in Pottawattamie County April 23-27. Registration filled quickly, but a waitlist is available. Learn more at goldenhillsrcd.org/lohi

Visit us at Earth Day Omaha!

Golden Hills will have a table at this year's Earth Day Omaha event.

A celebration of our planet and a commitment to sustainability, Earth Day Omaha brings together community members, organizations, and businesses to showcase their dedication to the environment.

With a variety of educational exhibits, interactive activities, and informative presentations, attendees will learn about the importance of reducing waste, conserving energy, and preserving our natural resources. From local food trucks to environmental demos, Earth Day Omaha 2025 promises to be a fun-filled day for the whole family!

When & Where:

Elmwood Park in Omaha

Saturday, April 22

11am-4pm

Thank you for your support!

Learn about all our upcoming events, including volunteer opportunities, at goldenhillsrcd.org/events, and follow our blog for program updates at goldenhillsrcd.org/news.

As a small nonprofit, we rely on contributions from donors like you to fulfill our mission. You can donate to Golden Hills at any time at goldenhillsrcd.org/donate

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