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CONSERVATION SITES

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American Gothic House Center

Blue Wing Marsh

Cardinal Wildlife Area
DeVol Area
Eddyville Sand Prairie
Garrison Rock
Gray Eagle Wildlife
Johnson / Noel Buckeye Wildlife
Map
McNeese Wildlife Area
Pioneer Ridge Nature Area
Rock Bluff Park
Sycamore Natural Area

CARDINAL WILDLIFE AREA 

Cardinal Wildlife Area Sign
Cardinal Wildlife Area Map
Cardinal Wildlife Area
Cardinal Wildlife Area

General Description: Located in intensively farmed region in the southeast portion of Wapello County, Cardinal Wildlife Area is a refuge for grassland wildlife. The majority of this area has been restored to native prairie. An oak grove occurs on the east end of the property with Rock Creek flowing along most of the northern border.
Although small, this area can provide good upland game hunting.

Location: 2 miles north of Eldon, just off Hwy 16 on 35th Avenue, Section 15, Washington Township

Acres = 40

Site Amenities: None

Recreation Activities: Hunting, Wildlife Viewing

Classification: Natural Environment Area, Wildlife Area, Grassland

Acquired: 2000

 

Our mission: To create awareness of our natural environment
by providing quality outdoor experiences. (June 1995)