Posts in tag Acorn crew

As the days grow shorter and time spent indoors increases, many INHF staff members turn to the cozy comfort of a good book. Whether you're hunting for a captivating read for your own free time or need a great story to share with the kids in your life, we've gathered a list of our all-time favorites—perfect for fall, winter, or any season!

This fall, INHF predicts many happy squirrels, turkeys, deer… and KIDS! This is because many nut-bearing trees across the state are experiencing a mast crop of nuts.With the abundance of nuts, what better time to collect and explore them! With your family or on your own, try these activities the next time you find yourself in proximity to nuts.

Summer may be ending, but there are still many ways to discover Iowa’s outdoors after the temperature turns cool. Geocaching is a family-friendly activity that can be enjoyed wherever you are, regardless of season.

Iowa has its own native rockstars that make a summer appearance! Learn more about the sounds of crickets, katydids and cicadas before you head outdoors to hear them. 

You wake up on a chilly winter morning and look out the window to find the ground, your car and...

Orb-weaver spiders build wheel shaped webs that are excellent at catching prey. Photo by Larry Reis As households around the...

Do you enjoy splashing in creeks, floating in the river, or going to the beach? You’re not the only one!...

Rusty patch bumblebee, photo by Larry Reis For a month or so following spring’s arrival, every bumble bee buzzing by...

Periodical cicadas They’re here! If you haven’t heard already, parts of the U.S. will see an aligned emergence of the...

Common Redpoll (Acanthis flammea), a scarce winter visitor to Iowa, rests during a snow storm in northeastern Iowa. Photo by...

Explore leaves with INHF's Acorn Crew The Acorn Crew is INHF's initiative to get children and families outdoors! Find more...

As fall approaches, monarchs are gearing up for their long flight south to avoid the cold winter temperatures. Beginning in...