The purpose of the Delaware County Conservation Board is to acquire, develop, maintain and make available to the public; parks, museums, preserves, county forests, playground, wildlife and other conservation areas. To encourage the orderly development of parks and improve conservation of our natural resources and promote programs for public recreation.
The five-member board is appointed by the County Board of Supervisors and serves without pay. Conservation Board meetings are held monthly and are open
to the public. Contact the office for date and time of meetings. County conservation boards have been created in all of Iowa's 99 counties and are governed by Chapter 350 of the Code of Iowa. Delaware County Conservation manages over 2,265 acres with 28 areas.
Included are 12 parks; 5 with campgrounds, 3 with trout streams, 4 preserves, 10 wildlife areas, several river accesses, 1 historic site and a nature center. Office and shop are located at Baileys Ford Park.
The Conservation Department’s goal is to improve park operations, continue with park development and to provide good land management, encourage public recreation and enhance wildlife habitat. When traveling, look for the "Arrowhead" transportation directional sign which will direct you to one of these many fine parks and wildlife areas.
