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CONSERVATION.  EDUCATION.  COMMUNITY.

Kent Lake then and now.

Ranger Charlie Bray took a video with his drone of what is happening at Kent L.  I thought it would be interesting to compare with aerials from the past from the Johnson County Property Information Viewer. Ranger Bray’s Drone footage Note — when this...

Bobolinks

Bobolinks are being seen where ever there is a large stretch of grassland or even alfalfa.   They are easily recognized by their loud bubbling song given during the shallow-wingbeat display flight.  I cannot help but smile when I hear them. Like all grassland species...

9th Annual Great Iowa River Race — June 9, 2018

Calling all river enthusiasts to paddle in the 9th Annual Great Iowa River Race! Recreational and competitive paddlers alike are invited to participate and may choose from numerous canoe, kayak, and paddleboard divisions. The event will be held on Saturday, June 9,...

Ranger Updates May 3, 2018    by Will Sauer

Ranger Updates May 3, 2018   by Will Sauer       Will Sauer  Phil and the Curious Case of the Unannounced Visitor I’m not sure about you but I was beginning to wonder if old Punxsutawney Phil was ever going to come back out of his hole.  On Friday, February 2nd Phil...