“I attended the Master Conservationist class put on by ISU Extension and Outreach. We learned about the geological formations and the productive soils here in Iowa. It gave me a greater appreciation of the natural beauty of our state.” – Ralph Krogmeir, Lee County Extension Council member
Linked video highlights various programs offered by ISU Extension and Outreach, including the Master Conservationist Program.
Ames, IA - One evening last April, 24 participants in the Land Stewardship Leadership Academy (LSLA) faced a massive tractor and sprayer, admiring its complexity.
Natural Resource Ecology and Management Ph.D. student Michael Rohde was among four ISU students recently recognized with the Brown Graduate Fellowship. Read more about the award and Rohde's research at this page.
When the weather warms up this spring and migrating waterfowl return, Jayden Jech will be busy traversing the state monitoring how they are using wetlands constructed on the edges of farm fields.
Offering college students opportunities to enhance their skills in lesson planning and teaching while engaging elementary students in scientific exploration are two goals Tim Stewart has for the new Field Ecology Teaching course.
The decisions Iowans make about their watersheds affect the people and the communities downstream. That’s why Sara O’Connell enrolled in the Master Conservationist Program delivered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
The Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame was established in 1982 to encourage the growth and practice of a conservation ethic. The 2023 Hall of Fame induction will be held virtually April 25 afternoon.