Report fish and wildlife violations to the Turn in Poachers (TIP) Program by calling 1-800-532-2020. Provide as much information as possible while remaining annonymous. A conservation officer will be dispatched to investigate.
There are three active geocaches hidden on WCCB areas! Check out these geocaches by clicking on the links on our Environmental Education page!
UPCOMING EVENTS
National Mississippi River Museum Bus Trip to Dubuque-- Saturday, October 17th View all Events >
Welcome to the Winnebago County Conservation Board, one of 99 county conservation boards in Iowa.
We are located in the rolling hills of north-central Iowa's prairie pothole region. Our
purpose is to provide outdoor recreational opportunities for
everyone and to protect and conserve our natural resources. Scroll
down for the latest news and browse through our web site often
to see what we have to offer!
Be sure to contact us if you have any comments or questions!
The
IACCB Outdoor Adventure Guide has a complete listing of all the areas
in the state of Iowa owned by county conservation boards! To purchase a
copy for $6.50, contact us
or visit the County Recorder's office.
Cabin Renovation Complete!
The
renovation of the cabin at Thorpe Park (formerly known as the Lake
Catherine Learning Center) is now complete! We have been working for
several months to convert the building into a rental cabin so
that you have one more way in which to enjoy the many offerings of
Thorpe Park. And, we are happy to
announce that it is now ready to rent out!
The WCCB has set the cabin rates at $50/night during the week, and $65/night on
weekends. A two-night minimum stay will be required on weekends, as
well as a three-night minimum stay on holiday weekends.
No smoking or pets are allowed in the cabin, and a $100 refundable
damage deposit is required. A complete list of our rental regulations
is available here.
The cabin has a kitchen area, complete with a refrigerator, a
stove, and a
microwave. It also has bunk beds, a futon, a dining table and chairs,
and a shower, along with heat and air conditioning. People will also be
able to relax on the spacious
deck (overlooking Lake Catherine), walk down to the lake, cook out, and
have a campfire.
There will be no TV or phone, but aren't you trying to get away from
those things, anyway? (And, who needs those things when you have a
wonderful view of the lake right outside your door?!)
If you would like to rent our Thorpe Park cabin, you can download a rental agreement here. If you have questions about the new cabin, or would just like more information, contact Robert Schwartz or call us here at the WCCB.
20 Ways You Can Celebrate Earth Day All Year!
--Plant a tree, a shrub, or some flowers. --Feed a bird. --Pick up some litter. --Recycle something. --Reuse something that you would have thrown out. --Turn off a light or a TV that isn't being used. --Ride a bike or walk somewhere instead of taking a car. --Take a reusable shopping bag on your next shopping trip. --Replace an incandescent light bulb with a fluorescent one. --Next time you buy something, make sure it's made from recyclable products. --Give your old clothes and household items away instead of throwing them out. --Take a hike and think about how beautiful the Earth is. --If you go camping, take care of your campsite. --Don't buy over packaged products. --Hang your clothes outside to dry, instead of using a clothes dryer. --Compost. --Build a bird or bat house and put it up in a good location. --Create a brush pile for animals. --Make sure your car is tuned up and your tires properly inflated to save gas. --Only run full loads of clothes or dishes so that you don't waste water.
Welcome to the Winnebago County Conservation Board, 
The
renovation of the cabin at Thorpe Park (formerly known as the Lake
Catherine Learning Center) is now complete! We have been working for
several months to convert the building into a rental cabin so
that you have one more way in which to enjoy the many offerings of
Thorpe Park. And, we are happy to
announce that 
imum stay will be required on weekends, as
well as a three-night minimum stay on holiday weekends.
No smoking or pets are allowed in the cabin, and a $100 refundable
damage deposit is required. A complete list of our rental regulations
is available
phone, but aren't you trying to get away from
those things, anyway? (And, who needs those things when you have a
wonderful view of the lake right outside your door?!)