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Buffalo Bill Cody Homestead
The boyhood home of Buffalo Bill Cody, government Scout and Wild West Showman, is located in the broad valley of the Wapsipinicon River, a short 20 minute drive from I-80. The 1847 farmhouse, entered in the National Registry of Historic Places, was built by Isaac Cody, Buffalo Bill's father, of native limestone and contains walnut floors and trim.
The Homestead has been restored and furnished with items typical of the mid-19th century. Cody Homestead is nestled in scenic hillside overlooking the rich Iowa prairie where buffalo graze on the land surrounding the house. The Cody Homestead is air conditioned.
- Buffalo Bill History External Link
- Neighboring Related Sites External Link
- Cody Trail External Link
OPEN APRIL THRU OCTOBER:
SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS
9 AM - 5 PM
Adults $2, 16 and under free.
Located at 28050 230th Ave, at Bluff Road
Scott County, Iowa
Phone: (563) 328-3290
Features
Wapsi Center Caretaker- P/T External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Part-time) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time. (6 days remain)
External LinkGlynns Creek Golf Course Open for the Season External Link
Monday, March 17, 2025 - 12:00pm
Glynns Creek Golf Course is now open for the season (weather permitting). For more information and Tee times, please call.
External LinkFrog & Toad Chorus External Link
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 6:00pm
Come learn about the frogs and toads of Iowa and experience the sounds of the season in search of these amphibians which inhabit the Wapsi River Center
Online registration is required. Click link to go to our website to register: Frog & Toad Chorus External Link
Park Manager- West Lake Park External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Full-time) $78,561.60 to $108,284.80 per year plus benefits.
Application Deadline: Thursday, May 1, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time. (7 days remain)
External LinkSpring Wildflower Hike External Link
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - 3:00pm
Join Naturalist Mike for a lesson on spring woodland wildflowers at the Wapsi River Center. Mayapple, bloodroot, and hepatica are just some of the many wonderful wildflowers to discover. Please wear sturdy waterproof shoes for this woodland adventure.
Online registration is required. Click link to go to our website to register: Wildflower Hike External Link
External LinkForage to Fork External Link
Saturday, May 17, 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 spring wild edibles available during this time. After the hike, put your cast iron skills to the test and prepare a pizza topped with pesto and other foraged greens and mushrooms over a campfire!
Online registration is required: Wild Edibles External Link
External LinkArchery Basics External Link
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 10:00am
Learn how to use a bow and arrow in this fun, informative and free hands-on class! Children must be in the 4th grade or above to participate and accompanied by an adult. Adults are welcome to participate as well! Park in Parking Lot A and meet at the Observatory. This event is weather permitting.
Online registration is required: Archery Basics External Link
External LinkForaged Fine Arts External Link
Saturday, June 7, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Come join staff to learn how to turn forage items into paint! We will go over safe harvest techniques, how to make your own watercolor paint, and then create an art piece to take home!
Program fee of $ per person for supplies, payable at registration.
Online registration is required: Foraged Fine Arts External Link
External LinkSummer Shelter Program-Hickory Hills External Link
Saturday, June 14, 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Stop by and visit a Wapsi Naturalist to learn about Iowa mammals. There will be furs, skulls, and tracks for a hands-on experience for all ages!
Online registration is recommended: Summer Shelter Program External Link
External LinkSummer Shelter Program-Arrowhead Shelter External Link
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Stop by and visit a Wapsi Naturalist to learn about Iowa mammals. There will be furs, skulls, and tracks for a hands-on experience for all ages!
Online registration is recommended: Summer Shelter Program External Link
Seasonal Skilled Park Maintenance Worker External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:15pm Central Time.
Seasonal Concession Worker External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:15pm Central Time.
Seasonal Park/ Golf Maintenance Worker External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:15pm Central Time.
Seasonal Lifeguard External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time.
Assistant Beach/Pool Manager External Link
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position:
Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time.