Welcome to the Story County Conservation Web Page!
SCC manages over 3,000 acres of parks and natural areas for outdoor recreation and takes an active role in developing and managing wildlife habitat throughout the county, including assistance to private landowners.
SCC's Environmental Education Program works with school districts to provide classroom programs and outdoor field trips that promote environmental awareness and enjoyment of our natural resources.
The mission of Story County Conservation (SCC) is to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Story County by wisely managing our natural resources, by providing recreational opportunities, and by educating citizens to be wise caretakers of our natural environment.
Community Grant Opportunities Story County Conservation doesn't offer grants, but we often provide advice and expertise to communities that are applying for grants to improve local parks and recreation or community beautification. Several grant programs are available to communities to help in these areas.
Employment RESIDENT RANGER STORY COUNTY CONSERVATION
Primary Function: Under indirect or occasional supervision, provides services to maintain county conservation lands and facilities; provides law enforcement and crime prevention; provides specific assistance to public as needed; inspects areas and recommends/performs major maintenance.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Share Your Adventure! Story County Conservation invites you to "Share Your Adventure" from now through September for a chance to win some really great prizes! Registration is $5.00 and begins now. Register by sending your address and contact information, with the sign-up fee, to Story County Conservation, 56461 180th Street, Ames IA 50010.
"Embracing Rivers," a photographic essay exhibit by Robin Fortney Story County Conservation invites the public to view "Embracing Rivers," a photographic essay exhibit by Robin Fortney. The exhibit is on display through September 8 at the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park (56461 180th St.) northeast of Ames. Displays in the center?s multipurpose room may be viewed from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Sunday 2:00-5:00 p.m. unless a nature camp or private meeting is in progress. Visitors traveling distances are asked to call ahead for viewing availability.
Conservation Center Open Sundays! The Story County Conservation Center will be open to visitors on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. These seasonal hours will begin April 11 and continue through October 31. Volunteers serve as center hosts, greeting and assisting visitors. The Story County Conservation Center is located at McFarland Park (56461 180th Street) northeast of Ames.
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