DES MOINES, Iowa – March 23 2020 — To protect the health and safety of Polk County employees and the general public the following closures and service modifications will be effective beginning 8:00 am on March 18, 2020 until further notice.
It is BEAUTIFUL today! Enjoy the outdoors and maintain #socialdistance.
Summer is about having fun and playing outside. Join PCC naturalists as they introduce your child to kayaking. Youth will learn about types of kayaks, equipment, techniques, and have a chance to practice skills on the water.
Active only - Democrats - 130,354 Republicans - 82,499 No Party - 82,589 Other - 2,679
Learn about what Iowa was like during the last "ice age" and how people adapted to the conditions. Cherie Haury-Artz Education Assistant with the Office of the State Archaeologist will share a display of a sample of real and replica artifacts from relevant time periods.
The Jester Park Nature Center will remain closed until further notice to align with Polk County’s COVID public facility operations plan. However, the Jester Park Outdoor Recreation & Wellness Center is open due to the open air nature of this facility.
August 1, 2020 Polk County Voter Registration (Active and Inactive) Democrats - 137,922 Republicans - 87,313 No Party - 89,461 Other - 3,013
Bring your lunch and fishing gear as we visit a different Polk County pond each month during the summer to see what is biting. Bait and poles will be provided but, feel free to bring your own as well. Fishing license is required for participants over 16 years of age.
This fall, special use permits allowing bowhunters to participate in a controlled bowhunt for antlerless deer will be issued by the organizations listed at the bottom of this information.
If you are out and about this weekend, #wearyourmask. And don't forget to #socialdistance!
Learn about what Iowa was like during the last "ice age" and how people adapted to the conditions. Cherie Haury-Artz Education Assistant with the Office of the State Archaeologist will share a display of a sample of real and replica artifacts from relevant time periods.
Monday, August 10th through Wednesday, August 12th. Click on "read more" to view the detour map route.
We ❤️ a sweet repeat...🎼Will #COVID19 ever stop? Yo, we don’t know...just keep washing your hands before you go...🎼
Explore the natural healing path of Shinrin Yoku or Japanese Forest bathing with Crystal Berkens, a certified forest guide. This mindful walk will invite you to use your senses to enhance your well-being.
Polk County is encouraging those in Central Iowa to show your colors, show you care and #MaskUpDSM https://t.co/WcXQ5usZAe
Special School Elections Tuesday, September 8th Bondurant-Farrar, Collins-Maxwell, Saydel, and SE Polk School Districts
Explore, discover and play in your local parks with a Polk County Naturalist. Meet families interested in getting their children outdoors for natural play and discovery. This is a morning of adventure and discovery with curiosity being the most important ingredient.