Looking for a fun and memorable outdoor activity for you and your kids? Join us for a morning of shed hunting around Brooklyn, Iowa! This is the perfect opportunity to get outside, explore nature, and enjoy a relaxing adventure with your little ones. No hunting experience or license is required to participate—just bring your enthusiasm and love for the outdoors!

Our group will meet at 8:30 AM in Brooklyn, IA, where we’ll gather and head out on a guided shed hunting expedition. After a quick introduction, we’ll walk through timbered areas, exploring the woods as we search for shed antlers dropped by whitetail deer. The hunt will continue until 11:00 AM, or until the kids are ready for a break. It’s the perfect way to get outside and enjoy the fresh air while teaching kids about the wonders of nature.

What You Can Expect:

• Shed Hunting Fun: Learn how to spot shed antlers in the wild as you walk through timbered areas with your kids. It’s an exciting and educational experience that can be enjoyed by all ages.
• Take Home What You Find: Any sheds you find during the hunt are yours to keep! This is a fun opportunity to collect unique treasures while spending quality time in nature.
• Kid-Friendly: This event is designed for families, so feel free to bring along your kids of all ages. The more, the merrier! It’s a wonderful chance to share an outdoor adventure with your children while teaching them about wildlife.
• Relaxing & Low-Key: Shed hunting is a relaxed and peaceful activity, ideal for families who want to explore the outdoors without the pressure of a strenuous hike or rigorous schedule.

After our morning hunt, we’ll wrap up the event with a lunch at a local restaurant in Brooklyn, giving everyone the chance to relax, share their finds, and chat about the day’s adventures.

What to Wear:

• Dress for the Weather: The weather can change quickly, so make sure to wear layers and be prepared for cooler or warmer conditions.
• Footwear: Boots are recommended for comfortable walking through the woods, as some areas may be muddy or uneven.
• Clothing: Wear long pants to protect yourself from brush, twigs, and underbrush.

Event Pricing and Registration:

• Cost for Moms: $10 (this covers a non-refundable deposit for the event).
• Kids: Free! We want to encourage families to join and share in this adventure together.
• To secure your spot, please register in advance by paying the $10 deposit. Registration is required as space is limited, and we want to ensure that everyone has a fun and comfortable experience.

This event is all about enjoying quality time in the outdoors, bonding with your kids, and having a fun and educational experience. No hunting license is required—just bring your curiosity, your kids, and your sense of adventure! We can’t wait to see you in Brooklyn for this fun, family-friendly shed hunting adventure. Let’s explore the woods, find some antlers, and make some memories!

Every year mid January to mid March, whitetail bucks will shed their antlers before new ones start to grow back in late spring. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy wandering the woods in March looking for those antlers laying on the timber floor. You can find them laying where they feed, along a trail, or where they bed. Sometimes those antlers will be chewed down, sometimes to nubs, by squirrels, mice, possums, fox and coyote. Antlers are a good source of nutrients. It is legal in Iowa to keep any antlers you find. 

This is a 1 day event, no lodging is provided! 

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