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Sioux County Conservation Board/Oak Grove Park Protecting natural resources in Sioux County, Iowa and providing recreation, environmental education, and appreciation for our natural environment.

Master Conservation Program Week Two: PrairieThe prairie (and the sky) did not disappoint for our lesson at Dordt's prai...
09/20/2026

Master Conservation Program Week Two: Prairie

The prairie (and the sky) did not disappoint for our lesson at Dordt's prairie. Professor Dr. Robert De Haan provided wonderful insight into all the planning and management that goes into creating and maintaining a beautiful prairie.

What is next? Bus tour with the Natural Resource Conservation Service- stay tuned!

Another successful Dutch Oven Gathering happened today at Oak Grove Park. This was the 17th year of food and fellowship....
09/20/2026

Another successful Dutch Oven Gathering happened today at Oak Grove Park. This was the 17th year of food and fellowship. Thank you to our cookers, our judges, and our guests for making this an enjoyable event.

What a day at Oak Grove! Live eagle program in the morning and Dutch Oven Gathering in the afternoon and evening. Thank ...
09/20/2026

What a day at Oak Grove! Live eagle program in the morning and Dutch Oven Gathering in the afternoon and evening. Thank you to Christina Roelofs of Shelby County Conservation and Iowa DNR for bringing her education ambassador eagle, Callie, to the Prairie Woods Nature Center. This program was made possible by the Sioux County Conservation Foundation.

When two separate requests came in this September, the Sioux County Conservation Board (SCCB) saw a perfect opportunity ...
09/18/2026

When two separate requests came in this September, the Sioux County Conservation Board (SCCB) saw a perfect opportunity to connect the community. It all started when Boy Scout Troop 211 of Sioux Center reached out to our Environmental Education Team looking for a three-hour conservation volunteer project. At the same time, SCCB naturalists were planning their annual outdoor programming with Sherri Bootsma from the Unity Christian High School Ag Department in Orange City. This year, the high schoolers wanted to try a brand-new activity: orienteering.However, we hit a snag—Oak Grove didn't have an orienteering trail. By bringing these two groups together, we solved the problem beautifully. The Boy Scouts planted the seeds of service, and the students gained a brand-new forest experience.[Photo 1 & 2]: A look at the evening orienteering training session.[Photo 3]: Troop 211 scouts alongside leader Trent Jongetjes after successfully completing the trail on Saturday. (A special thanks to Ben Langstraat, who also co-led this troop project!)[Photos 4–6]: The Unity Christian Ag class putting the temporary trail to good use in the forest.Thank you to everyone who made this wonderful partnership happen!

Join us for a fun evening of Trick or Treating at Sandy Hollow!Ages 12 and under are invited to trick or treat in costum...
09/18/2026

Join us for a fun evening of Trick or Treating at Sandy Hollow!

Ages 12 and under are invited to trick or treat in costume.

The campgrounds are full of campers with friendly faces at each campsite and of course candy/goodies too. If you would like to be a camper, see below for details. Parking is provided. Trick or treating is from 5:30-7:30 pm. No pre-registration needed. Food trucks available!

CAMPERS: First come First Serve for camping spots. Decorating encouraged, not required. Free camping Friday and Saturday night only, in exchange for handing out 700 pieces of purchased candy/goodies. NEW!!!! Prize awarded for “Best Decorated Campsite”. Will be voted on by visitors.

Campground gates close at 5:00 for event, no traffic in campground during.
Listen to KSOU 93.9 FM for weather cancellations.

📅October 3
📍Sandy Hollow Campground
⏰5:30-7:30pm

This weekend: Dutch Oven GatheringDutch Oven Cookers:Dishes will include the following: breads, appetizers, main dishes ...
09/18/2026

This weekend: Dutch Oven Gathering

Dutch Oven Cookers:
Dishes will include the following: breads, appetizers, main dishes and desserts. Dishes will be judged with first place awarded in each category, potluck meal afterwards. You must preregister by calling 712/552-3057 to sign up as a cooker. First 10 cookers will receive a free campsite for Saturday night.

Public:
Anyone is welcome to come and observe and ask questions starting at 3:30pm at the campsites with a Dutch Oven sign. Join us for meal at 6pm, bring a dish along to share (doesn’t have to be a Dutch Oven for potluck).

📅 September 19
📍Oak Grove Turkey Ridge Campground
⏰ 6:00PM meals

Our guest speaker Christina will be here this weekend!Christina Roelofs of Shelby County and IADNR will bring Callie, wh...
09/17/2026

Our guest speaker Christina will be here this weekend!

Christina Roelofs of Shelby County and IADNR will bring Callie, who is a non-releasable adult female bald eagle. Christina has been a Naturalist with the Shelby County Conservation Board for 24 years, shared position with the Iowa DNR for the past 10 years. She began working with raptors about 21 years ago, and with eagles in 2008. “I love using these birds to educate people about raptors”, Roelofs says.

Program is free thanks to the sponsorship by the Sioux County Conservation Foundation. Online pre-registration appreciated but not mandatory.

Program outside, please bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
📅 September 19
📍Outdoor Amphitheater Prairie Woods Nature Center
⏰10:00-11:00am

🎄100 Days until Christmas! Preparations are already underway for our Christmas Break Event! This event has grown into on...
09/16/2026

🎄100 Days until Christmas!

Preparations are already underway for our Christmas Break Event! This event has grown into one of our largest events of the year! We love seeing so many families come out to celebrate the holiday season with us! From the candy cane hike and fun activities to voting for your favorite Christmas tree, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Speaking of trees... the Sioux County Conservation Foundation has a few Tree Sponsorships up for grabs!

Contest is open to ALL Sioux County 3rd-5th Grade classrooms, Libraries and non-profits groups. Trees need to be set up between December 1 and December 15. There are two prize categories to compete for!

More information can be found on our website!
https://siouxcountyparks.org/support/christmas-tree-contest/

Call main office to sign up 712-552-1047

Thank you to our guide, Tucker Lutter, and to the participants in our bird watching event at Big Sioux Rec Area near Haw...
09/15/2026

Thank you to our guide, Tucker Lutter, and to the participants in our bird watching event at Big Sioux Rec Area near Hawarden this morning! Many wetland species including an Osprey, 3 bald eagles, over a dozen herons, egret, pintail, 2 otters, and even a broadwinged hawk in the woodland. That's a partial list. It was a fun morning! Full list in comments

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4051 Cherry Avenue
Hawarden, IA
51023

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(712) 552-1047

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