Conservation & Parks

Connecting people with nature and improving natural resources -- making Story County a great place to live, work, and recreate.

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Story County Conservation manages more than 3,100 acres of parks and natural areas, including lakes, campgrounds, and trails, and an additional 5,500 acres of roadside habitat through our Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management program. The environmental education staff serves Story County schools and the public with interpretive and informational programs for all ages. Story County Conservation's volunteer program provides volunteer opportunities to individuals and groups interested in making a difference in local natural resources.  

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  1. Mon, Jul 16 - Fri, Jul 20

    Frogs Nature Camp B (for kids completing kindergarten spring 2018)

  2. Mon, Jul 16 - Fri, Jul 20

    Waterbugs Nature Camp B (for kids completing grades 1 or 2 this spring)

  3. Sat, Jul 21

    Ames Area Amateur Astronomers - Dobsonian scope
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Agendas and Minutes

Story County Conservation Board

The Story County Conservation Board meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park (56461 180th St.), northeast of Ames. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Agendas are available prior to the meetings.

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Minutes are also available following approval.

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Partners Membership Program

Partners are people who care about nature and want to see SCC achieve its mission. Partners are people who want to make a difference. 

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Agendas are available the Monday prior to each meeting.

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