About Us

The Cerro Gordo County Conservation Board offers a multitude of opportunities to enjoy and explore the outdoors. Established in 1958, we now manage 37 natural areas that provide a wide variety of exciting recreational opportunities for citizens of North Iowa. In addition, the Lime Creek Nature Center offers quality conservation education and outdoor learning programming for all ages. Whatever your favorite pursuit, we are here to help you discover and enjoy our amazing natural resources in Cerro Gordo County!

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board consists of five county residents, from different regions of the county, appointed by the County Supervisors. Board members serve five-year terms. These appointed members donate their time and work with the CGCCB staff to further conservation within Cerro Gordo County.

Current Agenda

Conservation Staff

Josh Brandt
Executive Director

Mary Ermer
Office Manager

Heather Hucka
Conservation Education Manager

Kari Jeffrey
Naturalist

Todd Hansen
Operations Supervisor

Derrick Barnes
Natural Resource Specialist

Kolton Byrne
Natural Resource Specialist

Grady Kragenbring
Natural Resource Specialist

Ryan Wilcke
Roadside Vegetation Manager

Lakota Kirst
Roadside Vegetation Specialist

Ryan Theel
Roadside Vegetation Specialist