Hamilton County Conservation Board

Hamilton County Conservation Board Hamilton County Conservation is located in north central Iowa and 3 campgrounds, 6 cabins open year-

Hamilton County Conservation is located in central Iowa and manages 16 individual parks, wildlife areas, and river accesses-collectively encompassing over 1,700 acres. In addition several major creeks and the Boone River flow through the county providing numerous water recreation opportunities.

Great day for a great event! Thanks to all that help make this possible
06/06/2026

Great day for a great event!

Thanks to all that help make this possible

Grasslands & Prairies~ Bobolink: Distinctive black-and-white "backwards" colored birds, common in Central Iowa hayfields...
06/06/2026

Grasslands & Prairies

~ Bobolink: Distinctive black-and-white "backwards" colored birds, common in Central Iowa hayfields and prairies.

~ Dickcissel: A classic Midwestern summer bird, whose repetitive, metallic song can be heard throughout the prairies.

~ Sparrows: Look for Grasshopper Sparrows and the more secretive, threatened Henslow's Sparrow.

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06/05/2026

Come check out all the fun campers! šŸ•ļøšŸŖµšŸš

Backyard & Woodland~ American Goldfinch: Iowa's state bird, which nests much later than most songbirds, usually beginnin...
06/05/2026

Backyard & Woodland
~ American Goldfinch: Iowa's state bird, which nests much later than most songbirds, usually beginning in late June or early July.

~ Baltimore Oriole & Orchard Oriole: Bright neotropical migrants that raise their young in deciduous trees.

~ Northern Cardinal & American Robin: Very common, often seen with their speckled fledglings during early summer.

~ Woodpeckers: Look for the Red-headed, Red-bellied, Downy, Hairy, and Northern Flicker.

~ Other common residents: Blue Jays, Black-capped Chickadees, Tufted Titmice, and Mourning Doves.

To get the most out of your birdwatching, check the sightings logs maintained by the Iowa Ornithologists' Union to see what birders are recording in your specific county. https://iowabirds.org/birds/

06/04/2026

If you have wondered why there have been so many out-of-state cars around Webster City this spring, the answer might surprise you. Itā€™s the weather. And itā€™s golf. And itā€™s touristsā€¦.and this is what sports tourism can look like. For Hamilton County and Webster City, the Briggs Woods propert...

Late spring and June remain incredibly noisy times in the prairies and savannas as birds hunt for insects to feed their ...
06/04/2026

Late spring and June remain incredibly noisy times in the prairies and savannas as birds hunt for insects to feed their young.

Excellent birdwatching spots exist across the state. In Hamilton County we recommend:

~ BAUER SLOUGH - southeast of Briggs Woods Park
~ BJORKBODA MARSH - southeast of Stratford
~ BRANDRUP'S TIMBER - north of Webster City
~ BUTLER WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA - northeast of Webster City
~ KAMRAR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA - northwest of Kamrar
~ MASTERSON WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA - southeast of Stratford
~ MARK & SADIE BISHOP CONSERVATION AREA - northeast of Webster City
~ RICHARDS'S MARSH - northeast of Jewell

To learn more about our public Conservation areas, please visit our website and open the tab "Parks"
https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Hamilton

06/03/2026

The Hamilton County Board of Supervisors will be holding a special meeting to discuss the decisions they have made regarding the changes they will be making at Briggs Woods Conference Center. The meeting will be Wednesday, June 3, 10:00am at the courthouse.

Any questions you may have, please direct them to the supervisors. 515-832-9530

A follow up to our previous postā€¦. Here are a couple young Red Foxes, species name Vulpes vulpes, one of our many native...
06/02/2026

A follow up to our previous postā€¦.

Here are a couple young Red Foxes, species name Vulpes vulpes, one of our many native mammal species.

These two were found by Ranger Thompson, and youā€™ll note that he kept a good distance when taking these photosā€”you should do the same!

Observing wildlife is one of the great opportunities provided in all of our natural areas, but keeping a reasonable distance to not disturb wild animals is essentialā€¦and the law!

Itā€™s a great time of year to see these cute creatures, so get out and explore!

JUNE IN IOWA IS THE PEAK SEASON FOR WILDLIFE BREEDING AND NESTINGAcross the state, you can spot fawns with their camoufl...
06/01/2026

JUNE IN IOWA IS THE PEAK SEASON FOR WILDLIFE BREEDING AND NESTING

Across the state, you can spot fawns with their camouflage spots, fluffy ducklings, and hear highly active, nesting grassland birds.

It is also a critical time for insect activity and emerging summer pests.

Fawning season hits its peak in early June. You may see solitary fawns in open fields or backyards, but the Iowa DNR advises leaving them alone - their mother is usually nearby foraging and will return.

Litters of raccoons, foxes, and rabbits are highly active. Keep your pets leashed when exploring local woods and tall grass.

Address

2490 Briggs Woods Trl
Webster City, IA
50595

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+15158329570

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