Tracht Conservation Farm

Tracht Conservation Farm was donated to Pathfinders Resource Conservation and Development Area, Inc. by Clarence and Ruth Tracht of Fairfield in 1991.

Pathfinders RC&D Area maintains, improves, and operates this 130-acre property to conserve and enhance its soil, woodland and wildlife resources.

pond at Tracht farm

Wildlife Habitat

Tracht Farm has several demonstrations for conservation and resource management practices.

There have been tree plantings with over 60 different tree species to benefit wildlife.

The farm also has wildlife food plots and habitat improvements. The property contains four ponds, three of which have fish.

Dale Kraus Cabin

Named for Pathfinders first coordinator, this cozy cabin makes the perfect setting for a family outing, retreat, or business meeting.

Seating Capacity: Indoor tables and chairs to seat 20 people. Picnic tables outdoors for up to 48.

Sleeping: Two full-sized futons. Bedding is not provided.

outside view of Tracht farm cabin

Heated & Air Conditioned

Kitchen: Full size stove, refrigerator and microwave.

Restroom: Indoor restroom with shower

inside view of tracht farm cabin

Dale Kraus Cabin Rental Rates

Day use

$ 25

Overnight use

$ 45

Two day use

$ 75

Deposit*

$ 50

*Returned in full if cabin is left in satisfactory condition

tracht farm map

Dale Kraus Cabin

The perfect spot for:

  • Business meetings
  • Retreats
  • Family outings

Tracht Farm Brochure

Download a printer friendly version of the Tracht Farm information and map.

Tracht Farm Brochure & Map
(pdf format 515KB)
Tracht Farm Map only
(pdf format 118KB)
Reservation Form
(pdf format 757KB)

Contact Us

Pathfinders RC&D, Inc.
1805 West Jefferson
Fairfield, Iowa 52556

641-472-6177 phone
641-472-6211 fax

Email Pathfinders RC&D

www.PathfindersRCD.com

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