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OLLI Takes a Hike: McFarland Park on Foot

Time

Friday, May 08 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:30pm

Location

56461 180th St, Ames, IA

Free

Come hike the trails of McFarland Park with Nancy Franz past Story County Conservation Board member and other OLLI at Iowa State members. This gem of a county park has 5.5 miles of concrete and dirt trails through prairies and woods and along waterbodies. Participants should come prepared to hike three miles on a variety of terrain including hills. The hike will include observing wildflowers and spring bird migration, at their peak during this time. Come dressed for the weather and trail conditions. Participants are invited to explore the Conservation Center exhibits before or after the hike, the center is open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The hike will be postponed if weather makes the hike unsafe.