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2023 Land Stewardship Interns

Meet the Summer 2023 Land Stewardship Interns! (Posted June 21, 2023)

Please join INHF in giving a warm welcome to our 16 land stewardship interns for the summer! Loess Hills Land...
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The Narrows Preserve

Habitat restoration taking place on The Narrows Preserve on East Okoboji Lake (Posted June 21, 2023)

You may notice some changes happening at The Narrows Preserve on the shore of East Okoboji Lake, and they are...
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A Sandhill Crane and two colts. Photo by Ty Smedes

Preserving the Slough (Posted June 19, 2023)

Birding enthusiasts and nature lovers often flock to see this view from the gravel road that intersects the Brenton Slough....
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2023 INHF Office Interns

Meet INHF's Summer 2023 Office Interns (Posted June 12, 2023)

Please join INHF in welcoming the newest additions to the office!

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Acorn Crew (Posted May 26, 2023)

The Acorn Crew is INHF's initiative to get children and families outdoors. Through the Acorn Crew you can find self-guided activities for you and your family, tips for exploring nature and other resources to enjoy while outdoors together. 

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INHF Board Spotlight May 25, 2023

INHF Board Spotlight (Posted May 25, 2023)

INHF Board Spotlight This blog series highlights and acknowledges our dedicated board members. Lending their time and talents on a...
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Prairie Perspectives (Posted May 22, 2023)

Photo by Omar de Kok Mercado/Iowa State University STRIPS Project When you hear the words “old-growth forest,” an image likely...
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Iowa Legislative Session

2023 Iowa Legislative Session (Posted May 4, 2023)

On May 4th, the Iowa legislature concluded the 2023 session, and your voice made a difference for conservation! In addition...
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North American Prairie Conference returns to Iowa (Posted April 25, 2023)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Joe Jayjack, jjayjack@inhf.org, 515-288-1846, ext. 19 The North American Prairie Conference (NAPC) is returning after a four-year hiatus, highlighting...
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Sky's the limit (Posted April 24, 2023)

On September 25, 1881, Louis Fischer purchased 160 acres of land in the Grant township of Page County just east...
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Spring Peeping (Posted April 20, 2023)

Each spring, amphibians head to shallow water bodies to mate. Some years when conditions are just right, American toads will...
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A Spirit of Service (Posted April 17, 2023)

Editor's note: May 1 marks the ten-year anniversary of Joe McGovern becoming President of Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation. INHF's staff and...
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