Find Freshwater Friends
Sat, Apr 04
|Thornberry Dog Park
Explore the hidden world of freshwater wildlife and learn how to welcome frogs, reptiles, and more into your yard.
Time & Location
Apr 04, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thornberry Dog Park, 1867 Foster Rd, Iowa City, IA
About the Event
Join us for a hands-on adventure where you'll explore the vibrant world of freshwater wildlife! From darting dragonflies to slippery salamanders, croaking frogs to secretive turtles, we’ll uncover the many creatures that thrive in and around our local waterways—and discover how to create welcoming spaces for them in your own backyard.
You’ll gain fascinating insights into the behaviors and habitats of local reptiles, amphibians, and other freshwater species. Learn expert tips on where and how to spot them, uncover their vital roles in the ecosystem, and find out how simple changes in your landscaping can support their survival.
You'll also learn how to use identification apps and citizen science projects to document discoveries, contributing valuable data to conservation efforts. Pre-assembled exploration kits will be available to help you connect with your newfound freshwater friends.
No experience is needed—just curiosity and a love for nature! All are welcome.
We will be walking…
Tickets
Abundance of Resources
This fee is for people with expendable income. This option allows you to assist others in attending our classes by “paying it forward” for those who have less access to opportunities.
$30.00
Traditional Resources
This fee is for people who have the resources they need to make ends meet and can attend our classes at full cost.
$25.00
Reduced Access to Resources
This fee is for people who are working hard to make ends meet on low wages and have less access to resources and opportunities.
$15.00
Under Resourced
This option is for people who have low access to resources. Examples include those with income below the poverty line, people living with mental and physical health concerns, and people experiencing insecurity in basic needs attainment.
$5.00
Total
$0.00