Fed up with nitrate pollution, local group puts up billboards in Iowa

The problem of nitrate pollution in drinking water has swelled to a crisis in parts of the Midwest, California, the Gulf of Mexico and other places where agricultural runoff or…
‘EPA’s stream decision is a step backward’

In this letter to the editor, Terence Turnovsky, President of the Linn County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America, expresses concern about the removal of seven stream segments…
Meet a Monitor: Caroline van Schaik

Caroline van Schaik is a Save Our Streams volunteer and a force for clean water in southeast Minnesota. For over 5 years, Caroline has organized a group of fellow water…
Preserve Conservation as a Priority in USDA Reorganization, Urges Izaak Walton League

On August 29, the Izaak Walton League of America sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins with five recommendations regarding the proposed restructuring of the Department.…
Meet a Monitor: Lauren Eaton

The health of our local waterways relies on dedicated individuals who turn their passion into action. Today, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Lauren Eaton, Monitoring Manager at Friends…
‘Wings2Water recognizes Nitrate Watch initiative for public water testing effort’

Wings2Water has honored the Izaak Walton League’s Nitrate Watch Program with a “Water Warrior” recognition for its public engagement in testing nitrate levels in drinking water and waterways. Learn more…
Grid-lock: Growing Demand Strains Our Power System and Climate Goals

As demand for electricity soars and suppliers of renewable sources seek connections to consumers, the transmission system—the grid—is in trouble. It’s old and hasn’t kept up with new technologies. Its…
University Students Create Clean Water Awareness Campaign for the League

The Izaak Walton League is known for its environmental mission. However, it has been difficult to expand their audience among members of Generation Z (born between 1996 and 2010). For…
Why we fight to protect America’s public lands and what’s at stake

By Michael Reinemer, Editor, Outdoor America: The envy of the world. Our scenic, iconic public lands have attracted and inspired generations of Americans and visitors from abroad as well. The…