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Serving a diverse Central Iowa community, Polk County is among the nation’s most innovative public institutions. We bring together creative leaders, collaborative organizations and key resources to empower our communities and make life better for all people in Polk County.
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.
Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!
Appointments save time and are given priority.
Join us for a season of learning at the Jester Park Nature Center. This program series will be delivered in a flexible format that is designed for homeschool students. Each month we will explore a new theme related to the natural world.
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 us for a season of learning at the Jester Park Nature Center. This program series will be delivered in a flexible format that is designed for homeschool students. Each month we will explore a new theme related to the natural world.
The Office will be closed on the following days: Veterans Day - Nov 11th | Thanksgiving Nov 28th & 29th | Christmas Dec 24th & 25th
Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!
Past Election Results and Data Research
Join us for a fun filled morning learning all about vultures! We’ll have a scavenger hunt, vulture vomit toss, stomach juice station, wingspan comparison, nest building, and craft table.
James Mikale Wiggins, 35, argued that he was acting in self-defense when he was entering Rico’s and Tyrone Hutchins, who was also armed, was running out of the bar at 2314 University Ave.
Come learn about one of the world’s most talked about butterflies and what makes them so unique! We will also try our hand at catching and tagging monarchs as they migrate to their winter home in Mexico. Come prepared to move around and have some fun!