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Indiangrass Hills Celebrates 20 Years

Named for the abundant Indian grass covering the 750-acre property, Indiangrass Hills is a prairie marvel. The first piece of...
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Why the acorn?

The story behind the INHF logo A light snap, and it hits the ground. If it’s lucky, it’ll land just...
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Winneshiek County acquires first public site in 25 years

Winneshiek County acquires first public site in 25 years Searching for a way to protect their jointly-owned farm, the Neste...
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Erin Van Waus and Tylar Samuels make up INHF’s new Conservation Easement department.

Conservation easements bring permanent peace of mind to Iowa landowners

Iowa’s landscape is constantly changing. Though it may not be visible with each passing day, natural forces shape the ground,...
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INHF helps protect statewide Monarch habitat with pollinator partnership

The North American monarch is the only butterfly known to make a two-way migration as birds do. Harnessing air currents,...
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Helping Green Pastures flourish in Okoboji

On the northeastern side of West Lake Okoboji, tucked behind the tree line, lies Green Pastures. Ann & Sig Anderson...
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Living Lands Fellowship

Update: Jon Steege passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Read his obituary here. Jon and Kathy Steege wanted to...
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Looking out for Okoboji

A family's protection around West Lake Okoboji is one of INHF's most significant projects yet — and an amazing treasure...
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Introducing: Heritage Valley

Protecting a wild and magnificent property in northeast Iowa is pushing INHF into new territory. Oak-hickory woodlands cloak secluded hills...
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Earth, Wind and Fire: INHF's spring burn season

Photo: Matt Dollison Spring burn season in Iowa is all about three things: earth, wind and fire. When the three...
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A Toast to Trails

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (INHF), Peace Tree Brewing CompanyPolk County Conservation and REI West Des Moines have partnered together to celebrate and support Iowa trails in conjunction with National Trails Day.

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Legislature must make conservation a priority

PHOTO BY PHIL ROEDER The 2017 Iowa legislative session ended a week ago. It has been called a historic session,...
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