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    Cedar County Naturalist Sarah Subbert, facing the camera in black shorts, shares her extra prairie seed with visitors who were welcome to take them home and plant them. It IS possible to farm and rebuild natural habitat in the same place at the same time in Iowa. Visit Draco Hill and experience positive change on…

  • A forgettable fire

    Well, we tried. It was a BIG stack of old wood, but the rain and fog, the ice and snow, just did us in. There was enough to keep the surrounding prairie from burning…and there was enough to keep our bonfire from taking off too. We still had a great time getting that sucker started!…

  • November Newcomers!

    November Newcomers!

    First, we want to officially welcome Dog #3 – Gunnar! He’s a Red Heeler/Border Collie mix we picked up on Craig’s list just days before they were going to put him down. He’s a sweetheart, though a little damaged. He’ll heal here and find his confidence with Chilly and Lil’ Bit showing him the way.…

  • October Surprises

    October Surprises

    This year we were very busy in September and October with major events – our first bout with COVID and the elections. Suzan recovered relatively quickly and was very involved helping a candidate in a local race. It took Paul, who has COPD, longer than most to recover but we’re all better now. Unfortunately, COVID…

  • September News

    September News

    Two prairie walks brought small groups to get expert advice and free prairie seeds from our Cedar County Naturalist Sarah Subbert! Interested in collecting prairie seed next year? Let us know and we’ll keep it on the list of free events at Draco Hill Nature Farm!

  • The Latest Pretty Pics

    The Latest Pretty Pics

    Summer has been busy as always, but here are some fun photos to see what’s been happening. Hope to see you here soon! Check out the calendar for upcoming tours and events!  

  • Bug Night 7/12

    Bug Night 7/12

    Learn about Iowa insects at Bug Night at Draco Hill

  • ARC of Southeast Iowa visits

    ARC of Southeast Iowa visits

    ARC clients had a wonderful time hiking Draco Hill.

  • Babies springing up!

    Babies springing up!

    Babies are bursting across Draco Hill. Join us for free events and enjoy the season.

  • Watching the Babies Grow Up

    Watching the Babies Grow Up

    Mamas are watching over their broods this spring.