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.
FIREWOOD ALERT
Keep exotic insect pests away from Iowa trees.
Bringing firewood from the
states of MI (Lower Peninsula), OH, IL, and IN is a violation of federal law as
it may harbor Emerald Ash Borer, a major pest of Iowa's native trees.
Visit the Osborne Center to view our display for more information or click on the link below.
http://www.iowadnr.gov/forestry/shadetrees/eab.html
UPCOMING PUBLIC PROGRAMS
CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLINIC
Saturday, February 13th, 10 am-12 pm and 1-3 pm
Osborne Center
Cost: $1.00
Reservations Required
Learn
how to cross country ski with Fayette County Naturalist Dawn Amundson.
Learn about ski equipment, helpful recovery techniques and the kick
and glide method; then go for a glide along Osborne's groomed trails. A
great way to exercise this winter, get in touch with nature and a fun
way to spend Valentine's Day, too! Skis and boots are provided or bring
your own.
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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.
