This winter when the snow flies and those fluffy flakes are calling, take the opportunity to try something new.
Join Polk County Conservation (PCC) staff as they dedicate a new outdoor exhibit. The Yellow Banks Outdoor Interpretive Exhibit features a beautiful 100 foot long stone wall adorned with large interpretive panels and tactile art tiles.
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the woods as we discuss one of the most dazzling and diverse displays of native wildflowers in the county. Learn how to identify these woodland beauties and how they were used by early people.
In its fourth year, the overwhelming popular music series is adding a new location and three more shows! Relax to the rhythm of incredible, local music and nature's own melody in the middle of two beautiful Polk County Parks.
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.
Polk County Conservation is implementing a Callery (Bradford) Pear and Burning Bush “buy-back” program for residents of Polk County, Iowa.
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.
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.
Celebrate amphibian week by discovering the secret world of salamanders and learn about their unique characteristics, habitats, and behaviors.
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.
Explore the natural healing path of Shinrin Yoku or Japanese forest bathing with Brandy Case Haub, a certified forest guide. This mindful nature exploration will invite you to use your senses to enhance your well-being. Enjoy a 2-hour nature retreat and reconnect with nature.
