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Hanson Nature Center

An Environmental Education Center in the Heart of Winnebago County

what our center has to offer...

The site of Winnebago County Conservation's new environmental education center.Nature centers get people outdoors and promote an increased quality of life. Our Hanson Nature Center offers environmental programming for school and civic groups, as well as the general public. It is also a tourist destination that helps visitors learn about the valuable natural resources of the area, in addition to serving as a meeting location for local civic groups and other organizations. Finally, it also houses the offices of the Winnebago County Conservation Board. 

  • The center contains exhibits and interactive displays to help increase people's awareness and knowledge of their natural resources, as well as how to conserve those resources.
  • It is centrally-located in the county, just south of the north junction of Highways 9 and 69.
  • The building is 40' x 96', or 7,680 square feet over two levels.
  • It is eye-catching, with 28'-high vaulted ceilings.
  • The building meets ADA specifications for accessibility.
  • Rooms include offices, a large program/meeting room (that seats 85-100 people), an exhibit area, a workshop/activity area, a staff meeting room, and a kitchenette.

Hanson Nature Center
41600 Highway 69
Leland, IA   50453
641-567-3390

Center Details and Map

 

Groundbreaking Photos

If you would like to help us with future exhibits, you can fill out and send us this Donation Form, along with your donation, to:

The Friends of Winnebago County Conservation Foundation, Inc.
41600 Highway 69
Leland, IA   50453

You can also donate via credit card, debit card, or Pay Pal. 

The following donor recognition levels have been established...

  • Chickadee Level: < $250
  • Bluebird Level: $250-$499
  • Goldfinch Level: $500-$999
  • Cardinal Level: $1,000-$2,499
  • Sandhill Crane Level: $2,500-$4,999
  • Trumpeter Swan Level: $5,000-$9,999
  • Bald Eagle Level: $10,000 and higher.

All donations  will be recognized in "The Prairie Country Quarterly," our quarterly newsletter.

Our Friends of Winnebago County Conservation Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, so your contributions are tax-deductible. If you have questions about this project, or if you would like to make an especially large donation, please feel free to call and talk to us at 641-567-3390.

Thank you!

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