Monarch Tagging

Join us for an exciting Monarch Tagging Event where you'll have the chance to catch, tag, and release these iconic butterflies! Learn the science behind monarch migration and why tagging is so important in understanding their journeys. Using insect nets, we'll safely capture these beautiful creatures, attach tiny tags, and send them on their way.

If you have an insect net you are welcome to bring it along. There will be a limited number of nets available for use. MCCD recommends close toed shoes, long pants, sunscreen, and a water bottle. Staff will provide brief instructions at 9AM in the classroom. We will then head outside and be available until 11AM for tagging. This is a free event. Please register so we can gauge interest.

Registration and more information can be found at
www.marioncountyiowa.gov/conservation
www.mycountyparks.com

You may also like the following events from Marion County Conservation:

• Next Saturday, 2nd August, 06:30 pm, Geology of the Cliffs of Cordova in Otley
• Next month, 14th August, 09:00 am, Monarch Tagging in Otley
• This September, 5th September, 05:00 pm, Dutch Oven Cooking in Otley