During the summer recreation season, Polk County Conservation staff are regularly monitoring the water in Easter Lake, taking samples weekly for testing. Every week on Thursday or Friday, weekly results will be posted here.
Under the light of the setting sun, join staff on select evenings this fall as we gather native prairie seed ready to harvest at Chichaqua.
Join us for a rewarding day in the great outdoors as we work together to protect one of the most endangered ecosystems on planet Earth – Iowa’s tallgrass prairies.
Hiking trail improvements are in motion at Easter Lake Park thanks to Polk County Water & Land Legacy Bond (PCWLL) funding and successful efforts of timber stand improvement.
Let’s explore Iowa’s trees! Trees are incredibly fascinating organisms that provide us with many benefits. In Iowa, we are not known for our forested areas but we will dive deeper into what types of forest landscapes we find in Iowa.
Prescribed burn season is upon us! Our Natural Resource Crews will be conducting prescribed burning in our parks and trails as weather allows for the next month.
Join volunteer storyteller, Carmen Epstein, for a fun, interactive tale tailored toward children ages 2 to 6 that explores the wonders of the outdoors. During each program, participants enjoy interactive stories and an activity.
Watching the Olympics can inspire you to start a new hobby or adventure. And Polk County Conservation can start you off in just the right location.
Join us for a morning of teamwork, conservation, and community as we continue building a new and improved trail at Easter Lake Park.
Recent heavy rain has caused flooding at various sites across Polk County Parks.
Join us for this full moon hike and explore the night with your senses to learn what it takes for the creatures of the night to survive.
