Posts by Emily Martin

Soil is one of Iowa's most precious resources, making us an agricultural powerhouse. Take a look at the past, present and future of Iowa's soil. 

Growing up in Iowa is to be intertwined with nature. We are raised in tune with the seasons — hyper-aware...

In 1986, Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (INHF) hired its first intern. At a time when our staff was small but...

When most people think of climate change, images of melting ice and polar bears spring to mind. It makes the...

Photo by Mike Fetterer “We come and go, but the land is always here. And the people who love it...

For many people, getting outdoors can be meditative. Away from external pressures and expectations, it becomes easier to explore and...

Photo courtesy of David Thoreson People have long flocked to the Iowa Great Lakes to dive into the blue water...