(Des Moines, IA) -- Iowa state parks are hosting a summer kick-off event this weekend.
The parks will be hosting a wide range of activities.
According to Sherry Arntzen, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, "We have a number of parks that will have activities the entire family can enjoy, and we have also created a website for families to visit."
Planned events include nature hikes and programs, fireside chats, kayaking clinics and more.
Details can be found on the Department of Natural Resources website.
The DNR's website also offers a downloadable State Park Passport, for a chance to earn prizes.
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