Izaak Walton League of America

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Who We Are


Over the past 100 years, the Izaak Walton League of America has been an extraordinary champion and defender of the nation’s soil, air, woods, waters and wildlife. Through member-driven bottom-up governance, we're protecting outdoor America in communities across the country, while working strategically at the national level to win critical conservation battles.

What We Stand For


Clean Water

Healthy Soil

Climate Solutions

Community Science

Outdoor Recreation

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Why We Fight for America's Public Lands


The United States was the first nation to establish national parks, creating a template for saving wild places. And the Izaak Walton League has played a key role in shaping the laws and policies that have preserved these diverse landscapes for future generations. But now, our public lands are facing serious threats.

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When Salt of the Earth Becomes Salt in the Wound


Excessive use of salt does more harm than good, damaging and corroding our infrastructure, polluting streams and lakes, hurting or killing wildlife, sickening pets and can even release lead and other dangerous metals into our drinking water. Why do we use so much salt - and how can we do better?

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Agriculture Resilience Act

Save Our Streams Annual Report


In 2024, our volunteers faced pervasive nitrate pollution, egregious oversalting practices, and the slow degradation of waterways thanks to suburban sprawl in many metropolitan areas. But through it all, they committed to the long haul, strove for slow yet steady change, and persisted in the face of challenges.

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National Convention


Plan to join us for the 2025 national convention, July 18-19 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We'll hear from conservation leaders, vote on League policy, and enjoy time with our fellow Ikes.

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Agriculture Resilience Act

Iowa Swampbuster Lawsuit Threatens Wetlands Nationwide


For decades, Swampbuster provisions in the Farm Bill have protected wetlands on agricultural land, representing an important pact between taxpayers and farmers that receive government benefits. An ongoing federal lawsuit threatens to abolish these provisions and put wetlands in jeopardy nationwide. In this webinar, attendees will hear from attorney Katie Garvey of the Environmental Law and Policy Center and Aaron Lehman, President of the Iowa Farmers Union about the status of the case, what is at stake, and opportunities to get involved.

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Speak up for habitat and public access!


Improving habitat available to wildlife, and expanding public access to hunt, fish, and wildlife-watch are worthwhile investments. The Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) is the only initiative within the federal government designed to do both. The Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act of 2025 (S. 704 and H.R. 1565) would reauthorize the program and increase its funding to $150 million over five years. Urge your members of Congress to support this important proposal!

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Support Our Work

Donate Now to Secure the Future of Conservation!


Stand with us to defend outdoor America's future. Together, we can protect healthy natural resources, pristine landscapes and our outdoor traditions. Your gift will be put to work immediately to continue building on the Izaak Walton League's legacy of conservation leadership.

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Join the League


For more than 100 years, the Izaak Walton League has worked very effectively to achieve practical policies that balance conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. Please help us find common-sense solutions to today's serious environmental problems.

Join the League as a national member to support our conservation and advocacy work.

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League shirts, hats, pins and more are perfect for showing your commitment to conservation while you enjoy outdoor recreation.

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