Polk County Conservation

Polk County Conservation View our Parks and Trails: https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/parks-trails/
Things to Do: https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/things-to-do/
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Our mission is to provide the citizens of Polk County with quality outdoor recreation, conservation education, and long-term protection of Polk County's natural heritage.

Gather your friends and family together for a low-cost night of fun at Jester Park’s Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Cen...
06/19/2026

Gather your friends and family together for a low-cost night of fun at Jester Park’s Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center.

Opportunities will be available for bouldering (ages 4+) and archery (ages 10+), playing a variety of family games and puzzles, and enjoying time outdoors, or in, by the fire making s’mores.

$5 per person; children under 4 are free, no registration required.

When: June 26, 6-8pm

Hit the trail and leave the world behind. At Fourmile Mountain Bike Trail, every turn is your chance to feel free, chall...
06/18/2026

Hit the trail and leave the world behind. At Fourmile Mountain Bike Trail, every turn is your chance to feel free, challenge yourself, and soak in the wild beauty of Polk County.

Common Buckthorn. Once planted as a hardy landscaping shrub, it now spreads aggressively through woodlands, creating den...
06/14/2026

Common Buckthorn. Once planted as a hardy landscaping shrub, it now spreads aggressively through woodlands, creating dense shade that blocks native plants from growing.

Be a scientist for a day in a local Bioblitz! Discover, identify, and catalog as many species as you can. Partnering wi...
06/10/2026

Be a scientist for a day in a local Bioblitz!

Discover, identify, and catalog as many species as you can. Partnering with the Science Center of Iowa , the information collected will allow researchers to monitor the biodiversity in the area.

June 20 | Jester Park Nature Center | 9am - 12pm | FREE

06/09/2026

📢 Splash Pad Closed 📢

Unfortunately, due to a water line leak, the splash pad at Athene North Shore Recreation Area is closed until further notice.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and assure you that our team is actively working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

In the meantime, feel free to cool off by taking a swim in the lake!

Polk County Conservation

If you are looking for native Iowa plants to add to your garden this summer, this event is for you! 🌱Polk County Conserv...
06/07/2026

If you are looking for native Iowa plants to add to your garden this summer, this event is for you! 🌱

Polk County Conservation is partnering with Prairie Landscape of Iowa to host a native plant sale on June 13 from 9am - 12pm. Stop at the Jester Park Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center to browse from over 50 types of native plants, each requiring minimal care with maximum benefit to local wildlife and landscape.

The Jester Park Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center will also be selling rain barrels for $50. Perfect for your garden, these barrels promote water conservation and offer a recycled water source. Stock is limited, so be sure to get yours at the plant sale!

YOU can help Polk County Conservation fight invasive species. Every hour spent restoring native habitats makes a real i...
06/07/2026

YOU can help Polk County Conservation fight invasive species. Every hour spent restoring native habitats makes a real impact.

If you're eager to embrace the outdoors, contribute to environmental sustainability, and forge new friendships, you've c...
06/05/2026

If you're eager to embrace the outdoors, contribute to environmental sustainability, and forge new friendships, you've come to the right place! Polk County Conservation's volunteer team is seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist with planting prairie plants.

🗓️ When: June 11 & 12 from 8am-12pm
📍 Where: Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt - 11204 NE 118th Ave, Maxwell, Iowa 50161

Don’t forget to register using the link in the comments!

By participating in prairie production plot planting, you'll help enhance biodiversity, expand wildlife habitats, improve water quality, mitigate flood risks, and store carbon dioxide. Join Polk County Conservation in making a positive change at the Dig Your Natives event! 🌱

Tonight's kickoff of the first Prairie Stomp Summer Music session at Sleepy Hollow has been canceled due to rain and flo...
06/04/2026

Tonight's kickoff of the first Prairie Stomp Summer Music session at Sleepy Hollow has been canceled due to rain and floor warnings.

We apologize for any inconvenience, but we hope to see you at one of the other nine events coming to Sleepy Hollow, Athene North Shore Recreation Area, and Jester Park. The next in the series is set to take place at Athene North Shore Recreation Area on June 11 at 5pm.

Sleepy Hollow
Athene North Shore Recreation Area

There are numerous ways to enjoy the great outdoors 🥾Hiking offers a fantastic opportunity to breathe in fresh air, disc...
06/03/2026

There are numerous ways to enjoy the great outdoors 🥾

Hiking offers a fantastic opportunity to breathe in fresh air, discover new trails, and nourish both your body and mind. From full moon insect hunts to calming evening walks, Polk County Conservation has curated a list of free, guided hikes, making it easy for everyone to find their perfect outdoor adventure.

Click the link in the comments to discover the hike that suits you best!

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12130 NW 128th Street
Granger, IA
50109

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15153235300

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