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2019 Camping Coupons’ Expiration Date Pushed to October, 2021
Did you purchase camping coupons last year that are marked with an expiration date of October, 2020? If so, please note that those coupons will now be honored through October of 2021. We understand that some may not be able to make it this season due to COVID-19, so please stay home and take care…
Temporary Closing
For the safety of the public, we are continuing to keep our doors closed to visitors until May 15, 2020. Staff will still be working on site and remotely and can be contacted by phone or email at (712) 295-7200 or occb@obriencounty.org. Public programs will be cancelled during this time. Camping as well as cabin…
Douma Park Campground Renovations Complete
The long-awaited opening of Douma Park has finally arrived! The park rangers and contractors have done an amazing job on the upgrade. Visitors will hardly believe that it is the same park! The shower facility is an outstanding addition to the park. This amenity alone will transform the park into a modern, attractive location. Be…
O’Brien County Beaver Tail Bounty
O’Brien County is offering a beaver tail bounty for beavers taken in O’Brien County between the dates of December 10, 2019 and April 15, 2020. The beavers will be accepted at the Mill Creek Park Conservation Board Shop, 5560 460th Street, Paullina on Mondays from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. The trapper must have a valid…
Valero Renewable Fuels of Hartley Donates Refrigerator for the Crosbie Wildlife & Nature Youth Center
We would like to thank VALERO RENEWABLE FUELS of Hartley, Iowa for their very generous donation of a full-size refrigerator! This donation will be used at the Crosbie Wildlife & Nature Youth Center and will greatly improve our ability to provide snacks, meals and drinks for youth camps and programs. Thank you for your help,…
We have a NEW email address!
The O’Brien County Conservation Board is migrating to a new email address! Please take a moment to update your records to the following: occb@obriencounty.org
Nature’s Art Series 2019
The natural world is filled with color, shape and design. In 2019, the O’Brien County Conservation Board will be hosting a monthly Nature’s Art Series to engage people of all ages in looking at nature through an artistic lens. Check our calendar for monthly events.
Winter Library Series
Check our calendar for conservation programs at your local library in January, February and March 2019.
Winter Hours
Winter hours begin this weekend November 3. Visit us on Wednesdays through Fridays, 9:00 am-4:00 pm and on Saturdays, 1:00-4:00 p.m. during the months of November through April. Stop out when you are able. There is always something fun to do!
Thrivent Financial
We are pleased to announce that the Little Sioux Valley Conservation Association is part of Thrivent Financial’s Thrivent Choice program. By directing Choice Dollars, eligible Thrivent members can recommend which nonprofit organizations they feel should receive charitable funding through Thrivent. If you have Choice Dollars available to direct, please consider directing to the Little Sioux…
Campgrounds Closed October 1, 2018
Our campgrounds closed for the season on Monday, October 1, 2018. We are grateful to all of the patrons who visited our parks this summer! We had a great season! We hope that all of you had such a good time this summer that you are looking forward to next year already…we will open for…
