McFarlane Park

06/11/2026

McFarlane Park camp hosts Greg and Denise did some landscaping around the new park sign this spring! They added some donated landscape block, river rock, and moved some plants to the area. Thank you for your work on this project!

06/08/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐏 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐋𝐘 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓
Are you interested in improving natural and cultural resources for the direct benefit of our community?

Please join us on Wednesday, June 17 to share ideas for how Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation, and historic preservation can assist your county and communities.
𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: REAP Assembly - Region 7
𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍: June 17 from 3-5 p.m.
𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: UNI’s CEEE Building, 8106 Jennings Drive

See you there!

06/04/2026

June 5-7 is Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. It's a great opportunity to help you and your family get started fishing.

Learn more at: https://loom.ly/gErw4Yw

05/20/2026

Rain or shine, adventure is ON! ⛺
All Black Hawk County campgrounds are OPEN and ready for you.
Campsites are first‑come, first‑serve. Who's ready for a campfire night?

05/13/2026

There are still several good sites available to reserve for the upcoming Holiday weekend! Reserve at blackhawkcountyparks.com at least five days in advance.

MyCountyParks serves the Iowa area with outdoor recreation, environmental education, and natural resource protection.

05/09/2026

EVENT REMINDER! 🎉
Does the beautiful weather this weekend have you thinking about getting outdoors? Us too! Especially at Hickory Hills Park!

Join our BHC Conservation Team on Tuesday as we officially celebrate the completion of the Casey Lake:
May 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Lakeview Lodge at Hickory Hills Park
3338 Hickory Hills Road, LaPorte City

This project represents a major milestone for our community with enhancements to recreation, conservation, and the overall visitor experience for years to come. We hope to see you there!

In case of inclement weather, the event will be held inside Lakeview Lodge.

04/16/2026

The Shower Building is now open for the season!

04/16/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀! 🎉
We’re excited to celebrate the completion of the Casey Lake restoration at Hickory Hills Park! Join our Black Hawk County Conservation team for the official ribbon-cutting event.

JOIN US:
May 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Casey Lake, 3338 Hickory Hills Road, LaPorte City, IA

This project represents a major milestone for our community with enhancements to recreation, conservation, and the overall visitor experience for years to come. We hope to see you there!

04/07/2026

Pelicans