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Osborne Partners for Education Endowment
At a Glance
- Osborne delivered 689 environmental education presentations in 2025.
- 75% of Environmental Ed. participants were youth.
- 92 volunteers contributed over 592 hours of their time.
About Us
The Osborne Partners for Education Endowment Fund was started by Susi Nehls and Roy Blair in memory of Susis father, Dr. Joe Hickey. Dr. Hickeys research led to the legislation that protected birds of prey like the bald eagle. Dr. Hickeys passion for teaching others about the natural world was sparked early by adults who introduced him to the wonders of nature.
Mission
As part of its overall mission, the Clayton County Conservation Board encourages appreciation and responsible use of our natural resources and cultural heritage. The Board manages over 25 natural areas in Clayton County.
Basic Information
Phone
563.245.1516Address
29862 Osborne Road Elkader, IA 52043Director
Jenna K. Pollock
Director Email
jpollock@claytoncountyia.govSuccess Story
The educational programs that are hosted at Osborne Nature Center open doors to new learning opportunities that cannot be taught in a traditional classroom. Each year Osborne welcomes many field trips from area schools to the facility for a variety of programs including nature hikes, guided tours through the native animal exhibit, nature scavenger hunts, and many other hands-on learning opportunities. Clayton County Conservation Staff offered 410 events, consisting of 689 presentations
delivered to 9,843 participants (75% of participants were youth) for total program hours of
499.
Fund Details
Fund Name
Osborne Partners for Education Endowment
Year Founded
2011
Type of Fund
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