Conservation Station Trailers

Water Rocks! partners with Iowa Learning Farms to bring audiences the Conservation Station—a fleet of mobile learning centers that educate audiences of all ages on different conservation aspects. Each trailer houses a unique combination of highly visual and interactive Iowa-centric demonstrations that delve into the impacts of land management choices, both urban and agricultural, on water quality and the connections between our state’s water, soil, and wildlife.


Scheduling/Availability

The Conservation Station’s online request system opens March 1, 2025.
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The Conservation Station’s season opens June 2, 2025.
We do not have capacity to accommodate Conservation Station requests for the months of April and May. Thank you for your understanding!


 

The Conservation Station …

  • Provides visitors to fairs, festivals, farmers markets, and other public events with a range of demonstrations, games, learning opportunities and hands-on activities

  • Visitors of all ages will explore and learn about the impacts of land management choices, both urban and agricultural, on water quality and the connections between our state’s water, soil, and wildlife

  • Trailer will be onsite and ‘open for visitors' for a 3-4 hour block of time

  • Site requirements: Flat open space of at least 35’ x 60’, clear driving path in and out

  • Cost: Free of charge (Many thanks to our partners for making this possible!)

What is the Conservation Station all about?

Each trailer houses a unique combination of highly visual and interactive Iowa-centric demonstrations that delve into the impacts of land management choices, both urban and agricultural, on water quality and the connections between our state’s water, soil, and wildlife.



Conservation Station in Action

Conservation Station – Marsh Madness

Conservation Station – Rainfall Simulator