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Clayton County Conservation

29862 Osborne Road

Elkader, IA 52043

PH: (563) 245-1516

SPECIAL THANKS To The (EITA) Eastern Iowa Tourism Association For All Of Their Support!

www.easterniowatourism.org

Welcome!

The Clayton County Conservation Board invites you to visit and enjoy the natural resources and recreational opportunities in Clayton County.

Iowa's County Conservation Board System started in 1955. Clayton County's Conservation Board continues to strive to meet the goals outlined in the Iowa Code (acquire, develop, maintain, and make available to the citizens of the county forests, wildlife and other conservation areas. To promote and preserve the general welfare of the people).

The Clayton County Conservation Board manages some 1000 acres.

CAMPGROUNDS STATUS

Due to flooding, Osborne Campground is closed for the season. The center and back of  Bloody Run Campground is open; the front is closed until further notice.

UPCOMING PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Mother's Day Wildflower Walk
Sunday, May 11th 2-4pm
Osborne Nature Center

Discover a world of color as you walk through the Osborne Forest.  Hidden among the decaying leaves is a carpet of spring wildflowers.  Hepatica, Spring Beauties, and Dutchman’s Breeches are just waiting to be discovered by the curious eye.

A perfect way to spend the afternoon with your mother. 

Motor Mill Civil War Living History Camp
"Keeping History Alive"
Saturday & Sunday, May 17 & 18
Motor Mill Park

Visit the camp of the Third Regiment of Volunteer Infantry as they prepare for battle during the year of 1863. This historical reenactment is free for the public and open throughout both days.

Wild Edibles 101 with Sam Thayer
Saturday, May 24th from 9-3
Echo Valley State Park 

Learn from a wild food expert what is edible on the forest floor and along rivers in Iowa. This six hour class is a great introduction into wild cuisine and is sure to send your taste buds into delight.  Particpants will meet at the small shelter at Echo Valley.  Remember to bring water and a sack lunch.  Appetizers provided along the trail.  This program is sponsored by Fayette and Clayton County Conservation Boards .  Cost is $5.00 and registration is due by May 19th.  

        

                      

Hours

Summer schedule April to October

Visitor/Nature Center

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday

12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday

Winter schedule October to April

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday

Closed on Sundays

All parks close at 10:30 p.m.

 

Mission of Clayton County Conservation Board

The mission of the Clayton County Conservation Board is to promote the health and general welfare of the people; and to encourage preservation, conservation, education and recreation through responsible use and appreciation of our natural resources and cultural heritage.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Clayton County Conservation Board does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, national origin, age or disability. If anyone believes he or she may have been subjected to such discrimination, he or she may file a complaint with either the Clayton County Conservation Board or the Office of Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.

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