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While feeding ducks and other waterfowl may seem like a peaceful, harmless outing, there are hidden dangers that come with feeding these birds. Learn about why feeding could hurt these creatures, how they find their own food, and some healthier alternatives.

Shh… Have you ever spent time outdoors and wished you could see more wildlife? Think about the way you walk, talk and smell. Learn how to move through the nature unnoticed to increase your likelihood of spotting wildlife up close.

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation has selected Matt O’Connor of Hopkinton to receive the 2026 Lawrence and Eula Hagie Heritage Award. Endowed in 1989 by Jan Shindel and Ila Jeanne Logan in honor of their parents, Lawrence and Eula Hagie, the award is given annually to a person who has demonstrated extraordinary personal service and commitment to improving the quality of Iowa’s natural environment while encouraging others to do the same.

The gray fox is a unique, charismatic animal and they’re native to Iowa, so why have so few Iowans ever seen one?

One of the simplest ways to get outdoors is through a nature walk. While a stroll through nature is exciting enough, setting an intention for your jaunt can be even more satisfying and fun. These can be done on your own or with a friend, and you can keep track of your progress in your head, by drawing them on paper or by taking a picture. Whether your promenade is through your neighborhood or through a park or trail, here are some ideas to make each walk a unique adventure!

Andy and Debi Butler own 127 acres of land along Catfish Creek in Dubuque, known as Rabbit Hollow Nature Conservancy. While the land already had a conservation easement on it when the couple purchased it, they soon found a purpose in restoring the land as well. It now serves as a model for urban conservation — exemplifying how private landowners can inspire public good by integrating restoration, education and wellness. 

INHF pursues an opportunity to protect a coldwater trout stream adjacent to Manchester Fish Hatchery.

Have you ever wondered why some animals get more attention than others? Animals like lions and tigers often draw large crowds at the zoo, and pandas and rhinoceroses are often the face of wildlife protection campaigns. Learn what makes these animals so popular and a couple Iowa natives that are just as noteworthy.

As more Iowans look to us to steward their land, INHF focuses on strategic growth in our land stewardship program. 

Take a peek inside the journal notes from a conservation easement monitoring visit at Hunt Farm Prairie.

Looking for a new way to spend time outside? Grab some paper, markers or crayons and head outdoors! It’s time to become a nature poet!

Discovering the secrets of Iowa's Sandhill Cranes