Events

Even after reading books and attending talks, many still have pressing questions about ecological landscaping. In this talk, Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces. 

Join us to clean-up a section of Lincoln Way along Sioux City's South Ravine Park.  We'll meet at the gravel parking lot at S. Ravine Park which is just East of the intersection of Lincoln Way and S.  Lewis Boulevard in Sioux City, IA.  

Hi-visibility vests and large orange plastic bags for collecting trash will be provided.  Bring your own drinking water, trash picker, garden gloves, and wear sturdy walking shoes.   

And then afterwards, join us for refreshments at the Stewart's Hilltop Gardens. 

This is always a very worthwhile event.  We hope you will join us for a little productive outdoor recreation and refreshment rewards afterwards.

The O'Connor House, a historic 1865 mansion, glows with holiday spirit! 

Come see Loess Hills Wild Ones's hand-crafted Christmas decorations with a natural theme in the Impact Room (the first room when you enter) while touring the entire mansion.

Through the creative efforts of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and volunteers, each room is decorated for the holidays, spreading the season's cheer.

1-4 PM, Saturday & Sunday
November 1st & 2nd
November 8th & 9th

Experience the Christmas spirit and discover local history at the O'Connor House!

Free and Open to the Public.  Donations are greatly appreciated.  

The O'Connor House, a historic 1865 mansion, glows with holiday spirit! 

Come see Loess Hills Wild Ones's hand-crafted Christmas decorations with a natural theme in the Impact Room (the first room when you enter) while touring the entire mansion.

Through the creative efforts of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and volunteers, each room is decorated for the holidays, spreading the season's cheer.

1-4 PM, Saturday & Sunday
November 1st & 2nd
November 8th & 9th

Experience the Christmas spirit and discover local history at the O'Connor House!

Free and Open to the Public.  Donations are greatly appreciated.  

Join us for our Annual Meeting with a recap of our 2025 Events, 2026 Elections, and a Potluck.   We'll also talk about our wildly successful Seed Share Library.

 LHWO will provide Sneaky's Chicken, beverages, and table service! 

Bring a side dish to share!

Discover the power of ecological garden design in this free national webinar, Living in the Liberated Landscape: My Yard, with award-winning landscape designer Larry Weaner. Join us for a personal look at how dynamic, self-sustaining landscapes can emerge when we partner with nature instead of controlling it. Drawing on more than 35 years of experience, Larry will share practical strategies for designing dynamic gardens that evolve naturally, support biodiversity, and bring lasting beauty to your yard.

Designing with native plants isn’t just about what you grow, it’s about how you shape your space. In this hands-on workshop, Zoe Evans (Plan it Wild) and Heather Evans (Design Your Wild) guide you through the process of creating a cohesive yard plan that supports both your lifestyle and biodiversity.

Hands-On workshop to learn how to sow native seeds in mini containers that can be grown outside this Winter season.  In the Spring, you'll have native seedlings ready to plant! 

Bring 1 - 2 empty, clean milk/water jugs.  Soil and Native Seeds will be provided.

Inclement Weather Alternate Date: January 17th** (Same Time & Location)

    ** Check out the LHWO Facebook page if the weather is questionable.

Co-sponsored with the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! This will be a paid webinar with all proceeds supporting the Seeds for Education Program. 

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Details coming soon! 

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