Cedar Bend Shelter with new roof - Copy - Copy

The Bremer County Conservation Board (BCCB) invites you to explore the nearly 4,300 acres of unique conservation areas that are managed by the board. You will find a large variety of nature activities and outdoor recreation to immerse yourself in. From fishing and canoeing, to snowshoeing and camping, to the cemetery prairie, there is sure to be a nature area to fit everyone's interests.

The Bremer County Conservation Board welcomes you to our parks and wildlife areas and encourages your interest in conservation. Your input can be directed to the Conservation Board's office located at the main headquarters in Tripoli at 1104 S. Main St., P.O. Box 412, 50676, or by calling (319) 882-4742. The 5 member Conservation Board meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at the headquarters building.

Current Board Members: 

Chair - Patricia Spowart (Rural Tripoli)
Vice Chair - Amanda Sanderman (Rural Waverly)
Member - Kevin Korman (Sumner)
Member - Stacey Snyder (Rural Tripoli)
Member - Scott Whitcome (Waverly)

We can also be reached via E-mail at [email protected]. For the naturalist, email  [email protected] or [email protected]

Click on the links to the left to learn more about our county parks, conservation areas, and education programs!



PUBLIC NOTICE BID OPPORTUNITY:

The Bremer County Conservation is accepting sealed bids for general contractor to construct a 2-bedroom 1-bathroom full service cabin at Cedar Bend Park 1267 205th St. Waverly IA 50677.  Plans and specifications are available at the Bremer County Conservation Board Headquarters 1104 South Main St. Tripoli, IA 50676 or may be downloaded CABIN PLANS
Sealed bids are due no later than 4:00PM July 1, 2026 to PO Box 412 Tripoli, IA or can be dropped off in person at 1104 S. Main St. Tripoli, IA.  Bids to be opened at 7:15PM July 1 during regular meeting.  Please contact Andy Hockenson 319-882-4742 for specifications and more information.  Work could start immediately but must be completed by April 1, 2027.  Bremer County shall have the right to reject any or all bids.  E.O.E.