Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
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Keep up-to-date with the latest news and blog entries featuring our work and research from Pottawattamie Conservation! The mission of Pottawattamie Conservation is to provide meaningful experiences for people of all ages with the unique natural resources of Pottawattamie County through diverse and sustainable education, recreation and conservation opportunities.
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
1M ago
Following 31 years of service, Mark Shoemaker, Executive Director of Pottawattamie County Conservation has announced he will retire on August 30, 2024. Craig Carlsen, Pottawattamie County Public Relations Manager ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
1M ago
The Iowa Tourism Office honored Pottawattamie County and the Council Bluffs Convention & Visitors Bureau with three Iowa Tourism Awards on March 20 at the annual Iowa Tourism Conference held in Des Moines. Craig Carlsen, Pottawattamie County Public Relations Manager ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
1M ago
Join us as we shine a light on Pottawattamie County Conservation volunteers to thank them for their time and talents and recognize the difference they make in our community. Our volunteers ROCK! Dana Kruse, Volunteer & Facilities Coordinator ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
1M ago
Learn about parks’ powerful role in public health in our series, “Healing Home.” Kylie Jacott, Promotions & Outreach Coordinator ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
2M ago
Spring is in the air! One of the first signs that warmer weather and greener days are on the way? The return of the turkey vulture. Dorie Stone, Pottawattamie Conservation Volunteer & Nebraska Master Naturalist ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
3M ago
Mt. Crescent’s history is one of people and their relationship with the land. Humans have directly shaped the biological communities, their systemic ecological drivers, and even the physical topography of these hills themselves since their formation. Aric Ping, Natural Resource Technician ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
4M ago
We're looking to add some budding conservationists to our team this summer. Kylie Jacott, Promotions & Outreach Coordinator ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
4M ago
Running out of ideas for keeping the kids occupied during holiday break? The Pottawattamie Conservation Environmental Education team has you covered ..read more
Pottawattamie Conservation Blog
5M ago
I learned a valuable lesson about humanity, hope, and stewardship from a Red-tailed Hawk, and think you can, too. Join me this holiday season in pushing the pause button and take a moment to reflect on how you interact with and appreciate the natural world around you ..read more