Conservation - Polk County Iowa

Polk County Conservation

Spring is a great time to look for woodland wildflowers

Campgrounds open April 1st

Many birds migrate through Iowa in the spring

The Polk County Conservation Board’s mission is to provide the citizens of Polk County with quality outdoor recreation, conservation education, and long term protection of Polk County’s natural heritage.

Leading You Outdoors

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News & Announcements

Construction Begins on Jester Park Cabins

Polk County Conservation will break ground the week of May 13th on four rental cabins at Jester Park. These modern cabins will be available to rent year-round b…

Leopold Hired as New PCC Deputy Director

At their monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 10, the Polk County Conservation Board selected Richard Leopold as the new Deputy Director. Mr. Leopold is currentl…

May - August Nature News Now Available

The May-August 2013 Nature News is hot off the press. In this issue you’ll find: Polk County’s Water and Land Legacy Bond (pages 1-2) Exposed: The Real Valu…

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, May 21, 2013Nature Friends - Fossil Dig

Join a naturalist in a nature adventure for 3-5 year olds with an adult! We will explore a different nature topic each evening through stories, sharing time, guided exploration, and art activities. Snacks will be provided. Fee: $7 per program. Participate in a Park Passport Program...

Thursday, May 23, 2013Patriotic Salute Bus Trip

Patriotic tribute to the newly renovated Veterans Home, as we tour the beautifully landscaped grounds and facilities. We will then step into nature at the Grimes Farm, take a tour of the renovated 1940’s Orpheum Theatre, tour the newly renovated Meskwaki Museum. Lunch will be at the 1902 Tremo...

Saturday, May 25, 2013Music in the Park

Join us for Music in the Park with C.W. Hobbs. Their music continues the tradition of old time fiddle music & dance tunes, adding in a few old folk songs, and a lot of good old time Country. Click here to learn more about C.W. Hobbs.

Monday, June 03, 2013Nature Friends - Fishing

Tuesday, June 04, 2013OWLS - Musings of a Wildlife and Nature Photographer

Looking for an excuse to get out of the 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 nature program will start at 11:00 a.m. at the Jester Park Lodge. An optional luncheon foll...

Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - Sunday, June 09, 2013Southern Missouri Canoe/Kayak Adventure & Park Tour - FULL

Join us for a five day paddling adventure down the spring fed crystal clear Current River in the beautiful Ozark region. We will spend three nights camping at Montauk State Park and two days paddling past scenic rock bluffs and incredible natural springs. We will depart from our campsit...

For more information about upcoming events, see our calendar.