What do you get when you combine the two best things in the world, pies and hikes? Pikes! Join Wander Women and Pie Bird Pies on the tastiest collaboration nature’s ever seen as we wander through our favorite parks in Central Iowa and enjoy Des Moines’ best pies!

In this workshop, you'll learn to knit your first scarf or cowl, perfect for cooler days and outdoor hikes! You'll walk away with a beautiful scarf or cowl (or at least the knowledge of how to finish your project, if you need more time!) and the confidence to try your own projects! This class if perfect for folks brand new to knitting and those with basic knitting experience.

Grab your hiking shoes and your yoga mat! Join us for a monthly partnered hike and yoga flow from Wander Women and our pals, Rooted Yoga and Fitness!

Just in time for fall's peak beauty, join us for this workshop where you'll learn the basics of painting while enjoying the weather! Participants will explore Hartman Reserve Nature area in Cedar Falls while capturing the beauty of the season in a dynamic way: through plein air painting (or outdoor painting). Take a moment to unwind and mindfully study the beauty of our environment in this beginner level class!

Join us for a moonlit hike and gathering to celebrate the full moon and connect to each other and ourselves as we dive deep into the topic of menstruation and cycles! For so long, the topic of menstruation and the role it plays in our lives has been shamed or overlooked, and we're thrilled to partner with Amber Francis of Planned Parenthood to spend time outdoors, talk some real talk about our cycles, and build community!

Join Wander Women for a tree-mendous and interactive Sprouts hike at Jester Park! Enjoy a delightful and kid-forward Sprouts "All About Trees" Hike during early October, peak leaf peeping time! This event is designed for nature-loving mom/female caregivers and their adventurous sprouts of any gender aged 6-10 to enjoy a memorable outdoor experience together.

Come see the fall color from a new vantage point: on the water! We’ll gather at the newly renovated Easter Lake Park on Des Moines's south side for a beautiful evening paddle on the lake — one of the best areas for fall color in the metro — and then gather for fall-themed desserts to cap the evening.