Warren County Conservation Board

Warren County Conservation Board Providing you with parks, trails, outdoor education & recreation. Come explore with us!

WCCB parks and the Annett Nature Center are open to visitors at no charge. Many WCCB programs are free, some have nominal fees, and a few are used as fundraising tools

If you had to ask us how to be more chic, these would be a few of our recommendations 💅😉🌿 Leave No Trace - Take only mem...
08/22/2026

If you had to ask us how to be more chic, these would be a few of our recommendations 💅😉

🌿 Leave No Trace - Take only memories and leave only footprints. Pack out whatever you pack in!

🥾 Explore your local parks & trails - Get outside and discover all the natural spaces right in your community!

✨ Appreciate our natural world - Slow down when you’re in our parks and take a deep breath. Let your curiosity flow, soak in your surroundings, and give yourself a chance to leave your worries behind.

🦫 Respect Wildlife - Admire wildlife from a distance and never feed or approach wild animals.

🦋Support your local conservation board - Visit your local parks, participate in programs, and volunteer! (And like this post😉)

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 6th 2026. This year we will be hosting our annual Farm To Table Fundraiser as a...
08/20/2026

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 6th 2026. This year we will be hosting our annual Farm To Table Fundraiser as a winter meal!

Grab your family or friends - or both - and head out to this served meal overlooking the beautiful scenery. Enjoy live music, great conversation, a meal and non-alcoholic drinks in our Middleswart Lodge. Want to bring along your favorite wine or beer to compliment your meal? That's okay too!

Tickets go on sale on Monday, August 24th! Seating is limited and reservations are required, so do your planning now!

Plan accordingly! Due to the amount of rain we have received, many of our parks currently have standing water and muddy ...
08/14/2026

Plan accordingly! Due to the amount of rain we have received, many of our parks currently have standing water and muddy conditions. Some trails, parking lots, and low-lying areas may be difficult to navigate or temporarily closed.☔

If you’re planning to visit one of our parks, please use caution, stay out of flooded areas, and be prepared for changing conditions. Never attempt to drive or walk through water covering a parking lot or trail.

Thank you for helping us keep our parks safe and protecting the trails during these wet conditions! 🌧️🌲

08/13/2026

The 2026 summer camp session has come to an end, and we don’t mean to brag, BUT we think it was quite a success! From exciting adventures and new discoveries to plenty of fun and laughter, this summer was one to remember. Just look at these campers in action!

🌞The final story walk of the summer is here 🌻📖Before the summer sun sets on the season, take a relaxing stroll along the...
08/01/2026

🌞The final story walk of the summer is here 🌻📖

Before the summer sun sets on the season, take a relaxing stroll along the trail at the Annette Nature Center for our last story walk.

This month wander page by page along the trail through the beautiful book, My Peaceful Place by Natalie Nordlund. It's a beautiful book geared toward children that helps teach mindfulness and emotional regulation. 🧘🏼‍♀️

Bring your little readers, take a deep breath, and find your peaceful place with us before summer slips away. 🌳💚

📍Location: The trail near the Middleswart Lodge, 15876 118th Ave., Indianola, IA 50125

🥾: Trail Details: Easy, fairly flat, grass covered

🎟️Cost: Free!

When you walk into the prep room and see the 🐍 enclosure open......😭😬
07/31/2026

When you walk into the prep room and see the 🐍 enclosure open......😭😬

A hard day’s work calls for some well-earned fair food! 🌭🍔Our Conservation maintenance crew took a well-deserved break f...
07/24/2026

A hard day’s work calls for some well-earned fair food! 🌭🍔

Our Conservation maintenance crew took a well-deserved break from keeping our parks, trails, and public areas in tip-top shape to grab lunch at the Warren County Fair today.

A huge thank you to our crew for everything they do behind the scenes to keep our outdoor spaces safe, clean, and beautiful for everyone. 🌳🛠️

If you're at the fair swing by the Lester building to visit Mallory and check out the plans for the new Nature Playscape in the works!

Summer's not over yet! ☀️There's still plenty of time to get outside and enjoy everything the Annett Nature Center has t...
07/22/2026

Summer's not over yet! ☀️

There's still plenty of time to get outside and enjoy everything the Annett Nature Center has to offer. Join us for our three remaining Summer Saturdays:

🌿 July 25
🌿 August 15
🌿 August 29

🕐 1:00–4:00 PM

Address

15565 118th Avenue
Indianola, IA
50125

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15159616169

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