We are starting to apply herbicide in various parks to slow the spread of the invasive species, Garlic Mustard.
UPDATE: 2/28/2022 | As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and adapt, Polk County Conservation continues to prioritize our employee’s health and public health...
We are excited to announce that construction for the Trestle to Trestle Bridge replacement has begun. This bridge is the connector between the cities of Johnston and Des Moines and a key element of the very popular urban Trestle to Trestle Trail.
Step back in time as we visit the Amish and Mennonite community of Kalona.
Volunteer with Polk County Conservation to continue efforts to restore native habitat & woodlands through invasive species removal.
Volunteer with Polk County Conservation to continue efforts to restore native habitat & woodlands through invasive species removal.
Prescribed burn has begun in Polk County Conservation’s parks and trails. Natural resource crews will be conducting prescribed burning as weather allows from March 28 – May 15.
Join us to remove garlic mustard and turn this invasive plant into a delicious sauce for your culinary creations!
Polk County Conservation now offers 126 campsites for advanced reservations via MyCountyParks.com.
Come lend a hand and learn tricks of the trade for spring garden maintenance to set our native plant gardens up for success!
Polk County Conservation was approached by the City of West Des Moines with plans to realign SE County Line Rd. The plans provide a tunnel for the Great Western Trail under the proposed new SE County Line Rd. alignment.
Come lend a hand and learn tricks of the trade for spring garden maintenance to set our native plant gardens up for success!
