Johnson County Conservation

Johnson County Conservation Quality natural resource management, environmental education and outdoor recreation opportunities in Johnson County Iowa.
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Johnson County Conservation Board Vision:

The Vision of the Johnson County Conservation Board and Staff is a county where all citizens have access to natural areas, conservation/environmental education, and recreation opportunities; where the natural resources of the county are enhanced and protected; where conservation areas are restored and maintained at the highest standard, are safe, and sust

ain our mission of land conservation; and where this vision is accomplished through partnerships with various entities, interest groups, and individuals. Johnson County Conservation Board Mission:

The Mission of the Johnson County Conservation Board is to improve the quality of natural resources and native species for Johnson County residents through programs emphasizing conservation of natural resources, conservation education, and natural resource based recreation.

Wondering what’s blooming at F.W. Kent Park? Head over to the Conservation Education Center, where flowers are popping u...
05/27/2026

Wondering what’s blooming at F.W. Kent Park? Head over to the Conservation Education Center, where flowers are popping up left and right!

While at the CEC you can admire both the wildflowers and the refreshed bird strike prevention artwork on the front windows. This artwork helps prevent bird mortalities by making the glass visible to our avian friends.

Special thanks to the volunteer who shared her time and skills to create these eye-popping pictures as part of our bird-friendly window display!

05/26/2026

How cool is this pale purple coneflower made out of paper?!? We will be making these during a class coming up on June 11th!

These flowers are made using specialty crepe paper which creates beautiful texture within the flower. Participants will create their own coneflower to take home, and learn many paper flower techniques along the way.

Sign up for this class here: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Park/JOHNSON-COUNTY-EDUCATION-PROGRAMS/Events/28660/Paper-Coneflower-Workshop

We have a small number of cecropia AND promethea moth eggs currently available for adoption. Adopters will get a detaile...
05/26/2026

We have a small number of cecropia AND promethea moth eggs currently available for adoption. Adopters will get a detailed care sheet when they pick up their eggs, but should be prepared to provide the correct food for them. They will do best when raised outdoors, directly on their host plant and are prone to getting sick if raised indoors or on cut food. You can do this by pulling a mesh bag over the branch and securing both ends closed.

You can make your own mesh bags if you are handy, or purchase bags like the ones here: https://store.raisingbutterflies.org/.../sleeveblack10w20...

We've also seen some people experimenting with bug head nets which have an elastic cord around one end to fasten them.

Sign up for eggs here at the links below:

Cecropia (host plants are cherry, apple, crabapple, wild plum and lilac.) https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Park/JOHNSON-COUNTY-EDUCATION-PROGRAMS/Events/29238/Cecropia-Moth-Adoptions

Promethea (host plants are cherry, tuliptree, magnolia)
https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Park/JOHNSON-COUNTY-EDUCATION-PROGRAMS/Events/29240/Promethea-Moth-Adoptions

Adoptions will close at 12pm tomorrow (Wednesday) and all eggs will need to be picked up on Wednesday or Thursday during the pick-up times listed on the event page.

Today Johnson County Conservation staff spent the day absorbing all the information they could from the Johnson County A...
05/20/2026

Today Johnson County Conservation staff spent the day absorbing all the information they could from the Johnson County Ambulance Service. CPR, AED, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed. Thank you for the top-tier training! We hope we never need to use it, but it is reassuring knowing we've received training from the best! Thanks for sharing your expertise with our team!

We have a small number of cecropia moth eggs currently available for adoption. Cecropia moth caterpillars will eat the l...
05/19/2026

We have a small number of cecropia moth eggs currently available for adoption. Cecropia moth caterpillars will eat the leaves of wild cherry, apple, crabapple, wild plum and lilac. Adopters will get a detailed care sheet when they pick up their eggs, but should be prepared to provide the above food for them. They will do best when raised outdoors, directly on their host plant. You can do this by pulling a mesh bag over the branch and securing both ends closed.

You can make your own mesh bags if you are handy, or purchase bags like the ones here: https://store.raisingbutterflies.org/product-p/sleeveblack10w20l.htm

Sign up for eggs here: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Park/JOHNSON-COUNTY-EDUCATION-PROGRAMS/Events/29211/Cecropia-Moth-Adoptions

We will likely have more eggs available as the season goes on, so if you don't get any from this first batch, keep checking our page. Anyone on the waitlist will be notified first when eggs are available again.

Spring has arrived in Iowa and so have the birds!Thousands of migratory birds are making their way across Iowa in the ni...
05/18/2026

Spring has arrived in Iowa and so have the birds!

Thousands of migratory birds are making their way across Iowa in the night skies. You can find some birds wandering the trees as they make their journey north. Over 100 species will be staying in Iowa for nesting season.

Give your child the chance to become a young bird scientist and discover why migration matters in this exciting hands-on workshop, Migrating Against the Wind, for 4th–6th graders!

This interactive program combines science, nature, art, creativity, and outdoor exploration in a way kids will truly remember. Perfect for curious minds, animal lovers, and future conservationists!
Sign up today and let your child experience the wonder of Iowa’s migrating birds up close!

** To learn more and register here: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Park/JOHNSON-COUNTY-EDUCATION-PROGRAMS/Events/29025/Migrating-Against-the-Wind

05/15/2026

🌿🥾 Let’s Take a Hike at Coralville’s Newest Park! 🥾🌿

Join us for the Ribbon Cutting & Open House at Colony Natural Recreation Area and be among the first to explore this beautiful new outdoor space!

📍 3224 S. Jones Boulevard
📅 Thursday, May 14

Event Schedule:
🕔 5:00 p.m. – Gather at the park
✂️ 5:15 p.m. – Remarks & Ribbon Cutting
🌲 5:30–7:00 p.m. – Guided hikes & hayrack tours

Before You Go:
🥾 A quarter-mile hike is required to access the park area
👖 Closed-toed sturdy shoes, socks, and pants are recommended
🚜 ATV transportation available beginning at 4:50 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis
🚗 Overflow parking available on neighboring streets

Come celebrate, explore the trails, and experience the newest natural recreation area in Coralville! 🌿

Registration is open for our Teen Adventure Camp (or, really, our tween adventure camp). Kids going into 6th through 8th...
05/12/2026

Registration is open for our Teen Adventure Camp (or, really, our tween adventure camp). Kids going into 6th through 8th grades are eligible for this 4-day camp experience at Kent Park, where we'll kayak, paddleboard, hike, shoot bows, and more.

To learn more and register, visit: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Johnson/Events

*We anticipate spots to go fast! Please join the waitlist if registration is no longer available for your chosen week.

Our Second Saturday Open House is tomorrow! Stop by the Conservation Education Center anytime between 12:00-3:00 PM to e...
05/08/2026

Our Second Saturday Open House is tomorrow! Stop by the Conservation Education Center anytime between 12:00-3:00 PM to explore inside the Discovery Room, say hi to the education animals, and check out some self guided nature journaling activities in the classroom - perfect for the artists, writers, and little (or big!) naturalists in your life.

The Storybook Trail is up for the season too! First book is Mama Built a Little Nest, a perfect read for Mother’s Day.

It's silk moth season again! We have a small number of luna moth eggs currently available for adoption. Luna moth caterp...
05/07/2026

It's silk moth season again! We have a small number of luna moth eggs currently available for adoption. Luna moth caterpillars will eat the leaves of walnut, hickory, or willow species. Adopters will get a detailed care sheet when they pick up their eggs, but should be prepared to provide the above food for them.

Sign up for eggs here: https://www.mycountyparks.com/.../29125/Luna-Moth-Adoptions

We will likely have more eggs available as the season goes on, so if you don't get any from this first batch, keep checking our page. Anyone on the waitlist will be notified first when eggs are available again.

We had a great time hosting our first Intro to Printmaking class last night! Check out these fantastic prints the studen...
05/07/2026

We had a great time hosting our first Intro to Printmaking class last night! Check out these fantastic prints the students made!

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2048 Highway 6 NW
Oxford, IA
52322

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