Cameron Timber Preserve
- Cameron Timber Preserve Located one mile west of Maysville on State Route 130.
- 33 acre State Forest Preserve represents a typical upland woodland containing primarily hardwoods such as Red Oak, White Oak and Hickory.
- Contains many varieties of spring floras and species of birds.
- No hunting allowed
- No development is planned.
Features
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 3:00pm
The Scott County Conservation Board meeting will be held by teleconference due to COVID-19. Find agendas and minutes when available.
To Join: Call (408) 418-9388
Access Code: 292 303 894
Saturday, April 18, 2020
POSTPONED -Until Further Notice.
9:00am - Noon
Join the Friends of the Wapsi Center and Staff for a celebration of Earth Day. Our workday will focus on habitat clean-up and sprucing up the facilities for upcoming events. There will be fun for all ages and abilities, bring the whole family and a friend! Please bring appropriate clothing, work gloves and a water bottle. Afterwards, enjoy a light lunch provided by the Friends of the Wapsi Center.
Please call to REGISTER - 563-328-3286
Sunday, April 5, 2020 - 4:30pm
Watch Environmental Education Programs for FREE, at the “wild” of the Wapsi
We greatly appreciate your support and trust, and we want the public to be able to continue to enjoy the outdoors as an opportunity to enhance wellness. We are creating videos, in support of alternative on-site visits by schools and the public, as a relevant service to our community. We are bringing the “outdoors” to you, so “travel” to our Scott County Conservation's Facebook page for environmental education programs! These free E-programs are being offered in support of social distancing guidelines related to COVID-19.
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Saturday, April 25, 2020 - 3:00pm
POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBA
Come join Wapsi River Center staff and Iowa 4-H AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, and learn to become more sustainable by creating your own health and home products made with natural ingredients. The program costs $15/person (payable at the program). Please bring two spray bottles, a small squeeze bottle, and a reusable container. See attached flyer for details.
Please call to register.
UPDATED 4/3/2020:
We greatly appreciate your support and trust, and we want the public to be able to continue to enjoy the outdoors as an opportunity to enhance both your physical and mental health, especially during this period that can create increased anxieties.
In accordance with CDC guidelines and state recommendations pertaining to COVID-19, we want to share with you important information about our parks and facilities.
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Series #1
Tuesday: April 21st & 28th May 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
Thursday: April 23rd & 30th May 7th, 9th, 14th, 21st, & 28th
Series #2
Tuesday: June 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th July 7th & 14th
Thursday: June 11th, 18th, & 25th July 2nd, 9th & 16th
Series #3
Thursday: July 30th August 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th September 3rd
- all lessons are 6:00 - 7:00pm
Please call to reserve your spot! (563) 328-3284
Thursday, March 12, 2020 - 8:00am
Glynns Creek Golf Course is now open for the season (weather permitting). For more information and Tee times, please call.
Scott County Conservation parks continue to look at ways to help protect the health of visitors and staff during the COVID-19 health emergency. Our parks are still open. However, in accordance to CDC guidelines and in response to the Iowa state parks decision to reduce certain park amenities as part of the COVID-19 response, we are announcing the following operational changes, effectively immediately:
- All bathrooms, including pit latrines and shower-houses, are closed until further notice. Visitors should bring their own hand sanitizer, as no soap or sanitizer will be available in the park.
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Saturday, May 2, 2020
Come join in the fun, this event features an 8" cup! Four person teams are flighted by number of teams signed up for the event. Men will play from the blue tees and women play from green tees. Cost (subject to change) is $55.00 per person and includes green fee, cart fee, and prizes. This is the last four person best shots of the season so hurry and sign up so you don't miss out on the fun!
http://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/glynns-creek-golf-course/special-events
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Teams consist of four players, 2 men and 2 women PLUS an 8" cup! Play is a scramble, all players tee shots must be used at least twice in the 18 holes. The tournament is flighted by the number of teams signed up for the event. Men play from white tees, women play from red tees. Cost (subject to change) is $55.00 per person, includes green fee, cart fee, and prizes! Click the link below to see more opportunities to participate in special events!
We have openings for children 6 - 12 yrs old who love to explore, learn about nature, and make lots of new friends! Day camps are available starting in June at Pioneer Village. Register now for one or all of the eight, 1 week adventures!
- Camp Information
- Online Registration - Now available!
Questions: Call the Pioneer Village at (563) 328-3283
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $18.00 to $20.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2020, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.50 to $14.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2020, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $10.50 to $12.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2020, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $13.32 to $13.32 per hour
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2020, 4:30pm Central Time.