Consider extending your stay by one day to join a local event planned by other organizations, which will likely interest PPA attendees. Note: separate registration required through the links provided in the descriptions below.
Prairie x Design: a field experienceAugust 1, 2025 | 8:00a.m. - 6:45p.m.
Buses depart from and return to Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A one-day, immersive field experience in central Iowa including prairie tours, expert guides, networking and happy hour. Separate registration required.
CLICK HERE for details. Site visits include Marietta Sand Prairie, Doolittle Prairie State Preserve, Don Williams Recreation Area (lunch at picnic shelters) and Iowa Arboretum and Gardens.
Plantpeddler Trial Gardens & Variety DayAugust 1, 2025 | 9:00a.m.- 4:00p.m.
Self-drive to Cresco, Iowa (about 3 hours North from Des Moines)
Evaluate the Trial Gardens, tour and interact with professionals, enjoy seminars, food and networking. This is a full day for horticulture professionals in production, distribution, wholesale and retail. RSVP is required and full details are available
HERE.
