This winter when the snow flies and those fluffy flakes are calling, take the opportunity to try something new.
Holi is a popular ancient Hindu festival celebrated all over the world. Join us for a morning of new beginnings. During this program we will learn all about the history of the Holi, take part in hands-on activities and engage in some colorful cultural festivities
Holi is a popular ancient Hindu festival celebrated all over the world. Join us for a morning of new beginnings. During this program we will learn all about the history of the Holi, take part in hands-on activities and engage in some colorful cultural festivities
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.
Join a Polk County Conservation Naturalist on St. Patty’s Day to discover what makes a reptile a reptile. Find out how reptiles use their senses and adaptations to survive. We’ll also learn their connection to the legend of Saint Patrick in Ireland.
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.
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of horse camp at Jester Park Equestrian Center over Spring Break! Learn about horses, spend plenty of time riding, and participate in fun camp activities like games and crafts.
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 us for a campfire program about the wild night life in Jester Park. A short hike will follow as we search for some of these nocturnal animals. Stay for s’mores!
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 fun-filled afternoon of horse camp at Jester Park Equestrian Center over Spring Break! Learn about horses, spend plenty of time riding, and participate in fun camp activities like games and crafts.
