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Conservation Board Meeting

The Des Moines County Conservation Board generally meets the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30PM at the Conservation Office in West Burlington. 

For more information on the conservation department, visit the department's website.

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Monthly Outdoor Warning Siren Test

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5th Annual DMCC Summer Celebration

Join us for our 5th Annual DMCC Summer Celebration!

This free, family friendly event will feature activities throughout the day the entire family can enjoy.

Come check out Starr's Cave Nature Center. Hike the Starr's Cave portion of the Flint River Trail. Wade in Flint Creek during a Critter Catch. Enjoy one of our yard games or make a s'more!

This will also serve as the "Rock & Roll Ranger's" final HOORAH as 33 year veteran of DMCC, Pat Rogge, retires!

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Pat Rogge, the "Rock-N-Roll Ranger" Retirement Party

After 33 years, Pat Rogge, the "Rock-N-Roll Ranger" is retiring from Des Moines County Conservation. Join us as we bid him farewell, tell embarrasing stories, and celebrate a career that has impacted countless people in Des Moines County. 

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Paddle In The Park

Experience the joy of exploring nature from the water's perspective, for only $5! Whether you're a seasoned paddler or a beginner, this event is open to all skill levels and ages. DMCC Environmental Education staff will be at Big Hollow on Saturday August 26th starting at 9 AM. The meeting point will be at the canoe launch. To secure your spot and reserve one of the limited number of canoes or kayaks available, simply call the Starr’s Cave Nature Center at 319-753-5808 and register. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy a refreshing adventure on the water!

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Conservation Board Work Session

WORK SESSION TENTATIVE AGENDA
DES MOINES COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD
Tuesday, August 29, 2023

1. Call to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. Tour of Ranger house and discuss logistics of renovating it into a cabin.
3. Adjourn.

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