Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village
Walnut Grove was a Scott County cross-roads settlement and stage coach stop of the 1860s. The Village includes 22 historic buildings, some relocated from rural Scott County. Pioneer Village has accessible and modern restroom facilities. Great for school groups, weddings and family picnics.
Open Daily
April 1 through October 31
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Suggested Donation/Admission
$2 adults, $1 kids, under 5 free. Fee charged for special events (see calendar) and guided tours, call for dates.
(563) 328-3283
Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village
18817 290th Street
Long Grove, Iowa 52756
Videos Available: Blacksmith Shop
Features
Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 8:00am to 10:00am
Come join a guided hike to learn about the diversity of birds native to Iowa! Limited quantities of ID Guides and binoculars can be provided if needed. This even will count for hours and several activities for the Iowa Young Birders Summer Birding Program. Youth who participate can earn prizes at the end of summer or have their name entered into a raffle for a brand new pair of binoculars!
For information regarding the Summer Birding Prgram and how to sign up visit iowayoungbirders.org.
Please call to register
Friday, July 30, 2021 - 10:00am
Join the Wapsi River Center staff for an adventure with canoes or kayaks. We will learn paddling basics, but experienced paddlers also welcome. Program covers safety, techniques, and a tour of Pride Lake. All equipment will be provided. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with IADNR regulations.
Reminder- this program is determined by weather and site conditions, weight capacity loads for kayaks are 250-300 lbs./solo and 425-475 lbs./tandem. Dress appropriately and bring water.
Seats are limited!! Please call to register.
The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2021 through January 10, 2022 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Friday, July 30th by 4:30pm. Please click the attachments below for additional application information.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $9.00 to $11.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $9.50 to $11.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $10.00 to $12.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $10.00 to $12.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $10.50 to $12.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.50 to $14.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.50 to $14.50 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $18.00 to $20.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
Saturday, September 11, 2021 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Join the Wapsi Staff for its 1st Annuall Monarch MIgration Fun Run benefiting the Friends of the Wapsi Center. It is a 3 mile self timed trail run, with two waves: 9:00 am and 10:30 am. Check in starts at 8:00am. Registration includes a t-shirt & refreshments.
Registration closes on September 10th. Must register by August 20th to be guaranteed a shirt.
go to : http://getmeregistered.com/MonarchMigrationFunRun to register!