Connecting people with nature and improving natural resources –

making Story County a great place to live, work, and recreate

Story County Conservation works to provide central Iowa with a variety of outdoor leisure opportunities and quality recreational facilities.  Story County Conservation maintains over 3,500 acres of parks and natural areas within the county.

The Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management department assists private landowners in developing and managing wildlife and habitat plantings and maintains vegetation along Story County roads.

The Environmental Education Program works with school districts and day cares to provide classroom programs and outdoor field trips that promote environmental awareness and enjoyment of our natural resources.

Only non-toxic ammunition is allowed on Story County owned public hunting land.  Public Hunting Brochure

For additional information about the services, programs and facilities offered by Story County Conservation, please utilize the following contact information:

STORY COUNTY CONSERVATION
56461 180th Street
Ames, IA 50010-9451 
PHONE: (515) 232-2516
FAX: (515)-232-6989

EMAIL: conservation@storycountyiowa.gov
WEBSITE: www.storycountyconservation.org
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/storycountyconservation

 

Nature Connect is SCC's new Service Assistance Program

Qualifying households can now receive 50% off:

• Nature camps at McFarland Park
• Environmental education programs
• Camping at Hickory Grove Park, Dakins Lake, and Robison Wildlife Acres
• Shelter reservations

How do I get assistance? Call Mid-Iowa Community Action 515-956-3333 to verify need and receive your discount code. 

Can I donate to the program? Yes! Your donation provides people opportunities to connect with nature that they might not have otherwise. Any amount of support is welcome.

$20 supports a weekend camping
$40 sponsors a child at overnight camp
$100 sponsors five children at day camp

Your donation will be made available to those who service assistance eligibility has been verified by Mid-Iowa Community Action.

Activities in Story County

Enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences and recreational opportunities at our lakes and rivers, parks, trails, prairies, marshes, and woodlands including camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, bird watching, kayaking/canoeing, geocaching, bicycling, fishing, and hunting.

Parks in Story County

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