Buena Vista Public Use Area

  • Located two miles east of Dixon along the Wapsipinicon River.
  • Fishing is allowed.
  • Buena Vista contains 165 acres of timber and open areas and has two ponds.
  • Walk-in access only along 82nd Ave.
  • Bow hunting only, no camping.
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Happy New Year
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 - 12:00am

Scott County offices will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observation of New Year's Day. Have a safe New Years.

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Saturday, January 25, 2025 - 1:30pm to 3:00pm

Come join Wapsi River Center staff and learn to create your own health and home products made with natural ingredients. Making your own natural products is more sustainable, customizable, and it's FUN! At this program we will make soap, lip balm, and hand sanitizer. We will also discuss recycling, upcycling, and reducing your footprint on the planet! Participants must be 5 years and older. The program costs $8/person for supplies

Online registration is required. Please click the link to register: Health & Home

 

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Saturday, February 15, 2025 - 10:00am

Learn how to identify and attract backyard birds! Plus learn about the Great Backyard Bird Count. At the end of the program, you will make take-home pine cone bird feeders to hang in your own backyard. Bird watchers of all ages can participate in this FREE program.

Register on line at Backyard Birds.

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Saturday, February 22, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

Come learn about the many wild edibles in your own neck of the woods. We will focus on foraging basics, foraging safety, identifying plants, and preparing wild edibles. We will take a hike outdoors to identify and forage some of the winter wild edibles available during this time. After the hike, put your cast iron cooking skills to the test and make pancakes served with hickory syrup and tea out of our foraged ingredients over a campfire!

Online registration is required: Wild Edibles