Black Hawk County Conservation

Black Hawk County Conservation Conservation The Black Hawk County Conservation Board maintains 37 areas totaling approximately 8,200 acres.

These include river accesses, wetlands, wildlife areas, campgrounds, bike trails, geologic sites, lodges, and nature center.

Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake was a great success! 🎣A total of 92 kids attended the event with most of them catchin...
06/11/2026

Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake was a great success! 🎣
A total of 92 kids attended the event with most of them catching a fish! For some of them, it was their FIRST fishing experience. We had great weather, fun prizes and lots of big smiles.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a success. We hope to see many of you out fishing later this summer!

Black Hawk County

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐏 π€π’π’π„πŒππ‹π˜ 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓Are you interested in improving natural and cultural resources for the direct benefit of our communit...
06/08/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐏 π€π’π’π„πŒππ‹π˜ 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓
Are you interested in improving natural and cultural resources for the direct benefit of our community?

Please join us on Wednesday, June 17 to share ideas for how Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation, and historic preservation can assist your county and communities.
𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: REAP Assembly - Region 7
𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍: June 17 from 3-5 p.m.
𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: UNI’s CEEE Building, 8106 Jennings Drive

See you there!

Black Hawk County Conservation is hosting the Regional REAP Assembly on Wednesday, June 17. REAP Assemblies are held eve...
06/08/2026

Black Hawk County Conservation is hosting the Regional REAP Assembly on Wednesday, June 17.

REAP Assemblies are held every two years to highlight projects and gather feedback from the community. The event is on Wednesday, June 17, from 3-5 p.m. at the UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE), 8106 Jennings Drive, Cedar Falls. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas and explore how Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation, and historic preservation can support projects in your county and communities.

Learn more about the Assembly on our website: https://blackhawkcounty.iowa.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/708

UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education

Reel in the fun at Kids Fishing Day- tomorrow at Big Woods Lake 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.No experience needed β€” we’ll teach par...
06/05/2026

Reel in the fun at Kids Fishing Day- tomorrow at Big Woods Lake 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

No experience needed β€” we’ll teach participants how to fish and explore the outdoors. Perfect for young anglers!
βœ” Free event – worms provided!
βœ” Fishing gear available if you don’t have your own
βœ” Learn about local wildlife
βœ” Prizes and activities!

Parking Info:
See map in post. Park in the large lot at the NW corner of Big Woods Lake, or use accessible parking available near the campground area.

Black Hawk County

June 5-7 is Iowa’s Free Fishing WeekendIowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as par...
06/03/2026

June 5-7 is Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place.

Find a Free Fishing Weekend Event Near You
To attend a fun hands-on fishing event to help you and your family get started fishing, go to: https://loom.ly/4zpN1Ik

Speaking of local events:
Black Hawk County Conservation is hosting a Kids Fishing Day on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
FREE- Bring your own rod and reel β€” or borrow one of ours! Worms provided!
πŸ“ Big Woods Lake – Northwest parking lot (corner of Big Woods Road & E. Lake Street)

SAVE THE DATE - Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake!Join us June 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for this FREE family-friendly ...
05/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE - Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake!
Join us June 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for this FREE family-friendly event where kids can learn how to fish and discover more about our local lakes, rivers, and wildlife.
Bring your own rod and reel β€” or borrow one of ours! Worms provided!

OUTDOOR PRIZES and FUN for all ages!

πŸ“ Big Woods Lake – Northwest parking lot (corner of Big Woods Road & E. Lake Street)
Follow the trail east to the event site. (see map below.)

Black Hawk County offices are closed today in observance of Memorial Day, but our parks and campgrounds are open! Regul...
05/25/2026

Black Hawk County offices are closed today in observance of Memorial Day, but our parks and campgrounds are open! Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

Rain or shine, adventure is ON! β›ΊAll Black Hawk County campgrounds are OPEN and ready for you.Campsites are first‑come, ...
05/20/2026

Rain or shine, adventure is ON! β›Ί
All Black Hawk County campgrounds are OPEN and ready for you.
Campsites are first‑come, first‑serve. Who's ready for a campfire night?

05/15/2026

Casey Lake at Hickory Hills Park is officially OPEN!
This week, our Conservation team invited project funders, contractors, and the public to a Ribbon Cutting Celebration to recognize the completion of the Casey Lake Restoration Project! It was a great day!

See the full Ribbon Cutting program and watch a drone video highlighting the project improvements on our YouTube Playlist: https://loom.ly/iM3V1wY

If you are out enjoying Hickory Hills Park, tag us in your photo! We would love to see the parts of the park you enjoy the most!

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Tomorrow!Join us as we celebrate the completion of the Casey Lake restoration:May 12, 2026 at 2:...
05/11/2026

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Tomorrow!
Join us as we celebrate the completion of the Casey Lake restoration:
May 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Lakeview Lodge at Hickory Hills Park
3338 Hickory Hills Road, LaPorte City

In case of inclement weather, the event will be held inside Lakeview Lodge.

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1346 W Airline Highway
Waterloo, IA
50703

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+13194337275

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