Meeting scheduled for March 7 at 5:30 pm.
Polk County Conservation announces phased approach to re-launching the winter sports destination.
Polk County Conservation is working to provide a safe and affirming space in the Des Moines metro for the LGBTQ+ families (includes guardians or youth.) Each month we’ll focus on a different nature topic as we explore the outdoors together.
Join our book club with Naturalist Heidi Anderson to discuss a nature or science themed book once a month.
View virtual presentation on the project.
Join a naturalist on hike without flashlights as we search for nocturnal creatures that call the park home.
A major artery between the cities of Johnston and Des Moines is once again flowing with cyclists and walkers.
Learn how to use a GPS and go search the park to find nests of hidden eggs, collecting prizes and candy along the way. Keep an eye out for the “golden egg” worth a special prize!
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.
Learn the story of Blank Park Zoo, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and how we collectively save species from extinction. Learn about coral saving projects in Florida, Blanding’s turtle reintroductions in our own backyard, and the creation of pollinator habitat.
Prescribed burn has begun in Polk County Conservation’s parks and trails. Natural resource crews will be conducting prescribed burning as weather allows from starting the third week of August.
Let your imagination run wild with this nature-themed story time! Hear a story followed by the naturalist’s choice of an activity such as an animal encounter, puppets or a craft.
