2025 Izaak Walton League Conservation Policies
The Izaak Walton League of America (IWLA) 2025 Conservation Policy Book outlines the League’s comprehensive approach to conserving natural resources, including soil, water, air, forests, and wildlife.
Developed democratically by its members, the policies emphasize sustainable use, scientific stewardship, and ethical outdoor recreation. The book is organized into key areas such as water and air quality, land and wildlife management, public lands protection, energy, and environmental education. Across all sections, the League prioritizes long-term ecosystem health while balancing human use, advocating for strong public policies, and promoting citizen engagement through local chapter initiatives.
The policies also highlight current conservation priorities, including protecting drinking water, restoring clean water regulations, conserving wildlife habitats, promoting sustainable agriculture, defending public lands, and supporting natural climate solutions. By combining grassroots involvement with national advocacy, the IWLA’s policy framework provides both a philosophical foundation and practical guidance for protecting America’s natural heritage. It reflects the League’s enduring mission: to ensure that natural resources are responsibly managed and enjoyed by current and future generations.
Your kit will include a bottle containing 25 nitrate test strips which you can use to test your water source(s) throughout the year. You’ll also receive postcards explaining how to use your nitrate test strips and how to share your Nitrate Watch results on the Clean Water Hub.
Your kit will include four test strips so you can test your waterway throughout the season. You’ll also receive a chart to help you interpret your results and a postcard with instructions for completing a Salt Watch test and reporting your findings.