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Story County, Iowa

Conservation

Story County, Iowa
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56461 180th Street Ames, IA 50010

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Conservation
Michael Cox
Director
Story County Conservation
56461 180th St. Ames, IA 50010-9451
Tel 515-232-2516
Fax 515-232-6989

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.

Story County Conservation  


February 22, 2012 02:26:05 PM
Fourth Annual Trek The Trails Results
It was a great day for our 4th Annual Trek the Trails Run!  72 people ran the 4 mile course (no snowshoes this year) on a beautiful day 30+ degree.  Sure, it was a little muddy but everyone seemed to have a great time.


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February 09, 2012 04:21:33 PM
Story County Conservation Partners' Annual Photo Contest

Story County Conservation Partners is announcing its 2012 photo contest.  The contest is open to all amateur photographers.  Images from the contest are used to enhance Story County Conservation's photo library and encourage people to visit and enjoy Story County Conservation's parks. 



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February 01, 2012 11:53:50 AM
Story County Conservation Staff Receive Environmental Education Awards
Story County Conservation's environmental education staff recently received two notable awards in recognition of outstanding service in the environmental education field.


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December 22, 2011 09:16:38 AM
"Mother Nature Can Be Fickle" Photos on Display at SCC
The public is invited to view "Mother Nature Can Be Fickle," an exhibit of winter photographs from past Story County Conservation Partners' photo contest participants.

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