Owned by the state of Iowa and operated through the Board of Regents, we seek to provide science classes and research opportunities for university students, and offer Outreach Programs and provide services through the state universities.
2026 INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Internship Applications are now being accepted until January 27, 2026
WINTER/SPRING YOUTH CAMPS!
Registration for our winter/spring youth camps opens January 20th at 12pm! We have No School camps for K-4th graders, Homeschool Explore camps for 5-9-year-olds and 10-14-year-olds, and a "Zombie Camp" for all middle-school aged students!
SUMMER YOUTH CAMPS
We offer many summer camps for students entering PreK (4-year-olds) through 9th grade. Registration opens Monday, February 2nd at 12pm. Please register early to ensure a spot in our camps!
Women in Nature Day
Join adult women 18 years+ for an opportunity to discover new outdoor recreation skills, build a nature-loving community, and experience the natural landscapes of NW Iowa! Winter WIND will be held Saturday, January 31st from 9am - 1pm at Lakeside Lab. Click here to register!
WIND is a collaborative program with ISU Extension & Outreach, Dickinson County Conservation Board and Clay County Conservation Board.
Soup n Slide
Lakeside Reads
Lakeside Reads is a book club focused on nature or science topics. We meet the 4th Thursday of the month at 11:00. Come for the conversation, beautiful view and snacks! Email Mary at mary-skopec@uiowa.edu for more information.
Sledding
The public is welcome to use our big hill by the dining hall to sled! Sledders are welcome during daylight hours. Please note there are not restrooms available. Sledding is at your own risk.
