Bob Hay Memorial Conservation Area

Discover Bob Hay Memorial Conservation Area in Fort Dodge

Named after an avid local conservationist, this 225-acre tract of land consists of different habitats such as steep wooded ravines, small tributaries, Lizard Creek, bottomland, woodland prairie and cropland. Although approximately 1/3 of this area had been farmed in previous years and marshes had been drained, two ponds, restored prairies, tree and shrub plantings, and food plots have since been established. Wildlife is abundant here because of the much-needed space that is available and the variety of habitats that exist. Migrating birds and waterfowl use the ponds as a resting place and nesting area.