Sponsored by the ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and ISU Extension, the Soil Management and Land Valuation Conference is intended for farm managers, rural appraisers, real estate brokers and others interested in the land market in Iowa. This is the longest running conference at Iowa State in both research and extension, and 2021 […]
“Profiles in the Wonders of Iowa’s Wetlands” will feature 12 in-depth educational videos highlighting the diversity and benefits of wetland ecosystems throughout the state. The videos are being developed by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Nutrient Research Center. A webinar on Tuesday, May 25, at 7-8 p.m., kicks off the series during American Wetlands Month. […]
The 2021 UCOWR/NIWR Annual Water Resources Conference is a perfect opportunity for water resources professionals and students to network, present their work, and build knowledge - in a year like no other. Typically held in locations around the U.S., the 2021 conference will be virtual due to ongoing travel restrictions imposed by the pandemic. Our […]
Volunteer registration is currently available for the 18th Iowa Project AWARE river cleanup in Carroll, Guthrie and Dallas counties: https://www.iowaprojectaware.org/register/. The Middle and South Raccoon rivers in central Iowa will be a lot lighter, and arguably prettier, in just a few short months. This July, hundreds of volunteers will spend their vacations muscling trash from […]
The conference theme has convergence as an organizing framework that can amplify the most exciting current developments in environmental engineering. Convergence is fostered by the diverse education and research of the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Proofessors (AEESP) community. Members of the community are also engaged in research and education that address grand challenges […]
Midwest glacial lakes provide habitat for incredible biodiversity, offer recreational opportunities, and stimulate the economies of the communities surrounding them. However, these lakes face visible threats from land use change, aquatic invasive species, and shoreline development. Threats to fish habitat in glacial lakes operate at multiple spatial and temporal scales and involve complex interactions between […]
The Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) will be hosting the 76th SWCS International Annual Conference on July 26-28, 2021. The three-day event will provide the opportunity for attendees around the world to share their conservation stories and bring natural resource management solutions from far and wide into their homes and offices. The virtual event […]
The Iowa Conservation Education Coalition is excited to welcome educators from across the Midwest to beautiful Decorah, Iowa, for the 2021 Midwest Environmental Education Conference! This year’s theme centers around ideas of re-defining community to include all land, water, and people, and building healthy, resilient, vibrant communities for all, and we hope to spark conversations about what environmental […]
Hank Kohler's Minnesota to Gulf of Mexico canoe expedition where he paddled the length of the Mississippi River has concluded. This trip was intended to raise awareness and fundraise for the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium’s Take CAARE (Conservation Action through Advocacy Research and Engagement) initiative to give back to the water that gave so […]
How do we bring nature back to urban areas? What is the difference between restoration and reconstruction? Which techniques ensure a successful project? Where do you find project partners and funding? Get answers to these questions and more! Sign up for the Urban Ecosystem Restoration Webinar to find out more about evaluation methods, construction techniques, maintenance, and […]
Learn about streambank stabilization and restoration techniques from Iowa experts and how to use the new IDNR Toolbox to restore stream functions. This 4-day training is scheduled for September 7-10, 2021, and includes a combination of classroom learning and field exercises. Certificates of attendance provided for PDHs. ISWEP members can use a promotional code to receive a discounted […]
Level 2 training focuses on geomorphic design and utilizes the skills acquired in the Level 1 training to develop ecologically sound restoration techniques. The 4-day training is scheduled for October 4-7, 2021, and includes outdoor exercises as well as the development of conceptual designs for a restoration project in Clive. Certificates of attendance provided for PDHs. ISWEP members […]