Fort Des Moines Park Master Plan
On January 11th, 2012, the Fort Des Moines Park Master Plan was unveiled by the Polk County Conservation Board following a six-month public planning process. The plan provides a long-range vision (10-20 years) for future development and programming of Fort Des Moines Park.
Unsafe Ice Conditions
Ice conditions on County lakes and ponds are unsafe due to warm temperatures. Please stay off the ice!
Feb. 4 Ice Fishing Clinic CANCELLED
The Ice Fishing Clinic scheduled for Saturday, February 4th, from noon - 3 p.m., at Jester Park, Shelter #5 is cancelled due to unsafe ice conditions and impending weather.
Saturday, February 04, 2012Indoor Kayaking BasicsGot a case of cabin fever? Let’s go kayaking on a cold winter day! Learn the basics of recreational kayaking from a PCC naturalist in the comfort of an indoor pool. Participants will learn about types of kayaks, equipment, techniques, self rescues, and have a chance to practice skills on the w...
Saturday, February 04, 2012Ice Fishing Clinic - CANCELLED**CANCELLED - Inadequate ice conditions and impending weather will prevent participants from fishing on February 4 at the Jester Park Ice Fishing Clinic.
Tuesday, February 07, 2012OWLS - The Return of Iowa's Bald EaglesOlder, Wiser, Livelier, Seniors
Looking for an excuse to get out of house, make some new friends, enjoy a good meal and learn about the exciting world of nature? Then join us! These programs are held the first Tuesday of each month. The program starts at 11 a.m. An optional luncheon, catered by the...
Tuesday, February 07, 2012The Return of Iowa's Bald EaglesJoin local author/photographer Ty Smedes for a slide presentation which will reveal many incredibly interesting discoveries about the bald eagle and how they go about their every-day lives here in Iowa! See eagles eating fish while on the wing, photos which illustrate the age of younger eagles, an e...
Saturday, February 11, 2012Cross-Country Ski/Snowshoe Day Trip - CANCELLEDSpend a day cross-country skiing or snowshoeing at the Lime Creek Conservation area north of Mason City. There are over seven miles of groomed ski trails wind through the forest, restored prairie, and along the Winnebago River. Trails can accommodate all levels of skiers. Designated snowshoe trails ...
Sunday, February 12, 2012Cross-Country Ski BasicsLearn the basics of cross-country skiing and practice your skills on beautiful woodland trails. Proper clothing, equipment, and skiing techniques will be discussed before we practice our new skills on the trails. Class will be canceled without snow. Pre-registration required; deadline is February 9....