Prairie Rivers of Iowa

 

Strengthening communities by conserving natural resources, promoting cultural heritage, and supporting economic development.
Fostering environmental stewardship and sustainable growth through collaboration and locally grounded solutions.

Our Programs

Through historical, water, and pollinator conservation, we show our love for the environment and Iowa. Look at our programs and what we are currently doing below.

Byways

We manage the Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway and the Iowa Valley Scenic Byway. Make sure to look at our Byway Buzz Blog to find out the best places to visit!

Clean WAter

With increased nitrate and E.coli in the water, it’s more important than ever to protect our waterways. From Water Quality Monitoring to Creek Cleanups, we do it all.

Pollinator Conservation

Insect populations have decreased by over 70% and more than 40% of species are threatened by extinction. Pollinators face habitat fragmentation and increased pesticide exposure; they need all the help they can get.

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Our recent blog posts

Frequent Fliers: Birds on the Move

Frequent Fliers: Birds on the Move

This is perhaps my favorite time of year! Flowers are blooming. Trees are getting their leaves back. The weather is getting nicer. Animals are emerging. And one of my favorite things…the birds are back! I absolutely love waking up in the morning to the birds chirping.

Get In Touch

 

3116 S. Duff Suite 201

Ames IA 50010

(515) 232-0048

Email prrcd@prrcd.org for general inquiries.

Staff contacts can be found here.

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