OSKALOOSA — Bring the kids and family to the 20th Annual Youth Outdoor Field Day at the Russell Wildlife Area on Saturday, September 30th any time between 8:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Mahaska County Conservation Board and many other local conservation groups and businesses come together each year to put on the outdoor EVENT OF THE YEAR for your family! When you arrive at the event sign in at the registration table. Kids will receive a activity punch card to earn a prize! Once registered families can hike the trails and participate in activities of their choice.
Families can hike around the Russell Wildlife Area and experience many fun outdoor activities:
Fishing
Dutch oven cooking
.22 shooting
Bowfishing
Water safety
Fossil digging
Disc golf
Tree ID
Make and take seed balls
Mahaska County Sheriff K-9 dog “Rocco”
Nature Craft
Cost of the event is $10 per person (kids & adults) from now through the day of the event. Registration forms can be found at www.mahaskaconservation.com under the Events tab if you wish to register before the event.
The Russell Wildlife Area is located 5 miles north of Oskaloosa at 2254 – 200th St., New Sharon, IA, 50207. If you have questions, contact the Mahaska County Conservation Board at 641-673-9327 or email [email protected].
