Posts by Erica Place

Learn how a gap in a protected river corridor was filled — despite a gap in funding. 

Here’s a look back at just a few of the protection projects INHF supporters made possible, how the health of those lands and waters have improved since protection, and a snapshot of the species who have benefited from your generosity.

In 2025, INHF was fortunate enough to work with 22 individuals, families and organizations who chose to permanently protect the land they cherish by donating land, land value or conservation easements.

Learn how excess light is affecting our world. 

Now accepting photo submissions for the 2027 INHF calendar

INHF works with landowners across the state using a variety of methods to permanently protect their land's special natural features. 

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation is pleased to introduce Sam Bryson, who starts this month on a temporary basis to support INHF’s development and legal needs in a fellowship role new to the organization.

Heated gloves, snow tires, cold-weather clothes and groceries purchased in bulk or delivered to your door… come December, our lives are supplemented with gadgets and remedies so that even in the biting cold of deep winter, life can continue uninterrupted by weather. But for other animals, there is no retreat to cozy fireplaces and piping hot soup. How do wildlife cope so well with the shift of seasons? Physiological and behavioral adaptations are the secret to their success — here are just a few of the strategies that help Iowa wildlife survive the winter. 

INHF welcomed three individuals to our team this fall! Get to know them in their bios below.

Help permanently protect open space in Iowa's Great Lakes. 

Algific talus slopes are unique and fragile microsystems that are worth seeking out and protecting. 

INHF is pleased to have Jessica Paul join the central Iowa stewardship crew to help boost restoration efforts as we move into fall.