ISU Extension and Outreach Dickinson County

06/10/2026

Growing Clematis in the Home Garden

Clematis, often called the “queen of vines,” is a reliable choice for trellises, fences and perennial borders across the Midwest. With more than 250 species and hundreds of cultivars, gardeners can select types that bloom from May until frost in a wide range of forms and colors.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/growing-clematis-home-garden

06/09/2026

We had a wonderful time with The Good Egg Story Time! Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Lake Park Public Library and created their own self care kit to take home.

06/08/2026

Hey Families! Register today....Take a break from screens and schedules and come celebrate the Summer Solstice with your family. Join Rooted Life Lessons, Dickinson County 4H and ISU Extension Dickinson County & Forest Spirit LLC for a fun, guided nature walk at Horseshoe Bend North Shelter, where kids and adults can explore together, listen to the birds, feel the trees, and discover the little surprises of the forest. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, this walk helps everyone relax, sparks curiosity and creativity, and gives families a chance to connect with each other and with nature in a joyful, playful way.
Sit mats will be provided. You may want to bring a water bottle and small camp chair or blanket for your comfort. This event is geared towards families. Registration is required by June 18,2026 at 4PM. Participant investment is $30.75 per family

06/03/2026

What a great Parkinson's Support Group meeting this morning. Jim and Cyndy Powers shared their experiences at the World Parkinson's Disease Conference.
We meet the first Tuesday of every month 9:30-10:30am at Bedell Family YMCA . All are welcome!

06/02/2026

Registration is open! Ready to join us? Take a moment to unwind, disconnect, and nourish your soul as we gather for the Summer Solstice—the longest day of the year and a gentle reminder to pause and embrace the light. Join ISU Extension Dickinson County & Forest Spirit LLC for a peaceful guided walk designed to engage all your senses as you explore the serene beauty of Horseshoe Bend North Shelter. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, this experience promotes stress relief, sparks creativity, lowers blood pressure, fosters relaxation, strengthens your connection with nature, and offers many other health benefits.

Sit mats will be provided. You may want to bring a water bottle and small camp chair or blanket for your comfort. This event is geared toward those 16+ Registration is required by June 17, 2026 at 4PM. Participant investment is $20.50

Link below

06/01/2026

05/26/2026

Drainage contractors, watershed coordinators, landowners and more — here's your chance to learn about constructing and installing drainage water quality improvement practices. 💦

Two upcoming workshops will offer a detailed overview of bioreactors, saturated buffers, oxbows and wetlands.

Learn more and register 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/batch-and-build-workshops-focus-business-opportunities-drainage-contractors

05/19/2026

Cash Rental Rates for Iowa 2026 Survey is now available.

05/18/2026

The National Weather Service is forecasting severe weather for much of Iowa today (Monday, May 18). Residents should prepare for damaging winds, large hail, flash flooding, and the potential for tornadoes.

The storm system is developing in western Iowa and will move east throughout the day, with impacts expected in western Iowa by late afternoon and reaching central Iowa later this evening.

Learn about our severe weather resources here.
https://bit.ly/4dydVIz

Stay weather‑aware and monitor local alerts.