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.
Calling All Volunteers!
We are looking for volunteers for 2 events:
- Water Quality Monitoring Snapshot
- July 15th, 9 am-11:30 am
- You will be on a team that goes around and tests different sites across Story County
- Email Casey Greufe to RSVP and learn more
- Monarch Magic
- Aug 29th, 10 am-1 pm, Ada Hayden Heritage Park
- Many opportunities! Help with the BioBlitz, sign-in table, tattoo station, and more!
- Email Katelyn Rinicker to sign up and learn more
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
America 250 Stops in 250 Days along the Iowa Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway
I have been asked to share the America 250 Stops in 250 Days along the Iowa Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway posts for those without Facebook. Here you go….
It’s All in the Numbers…
On June 14, 2026, the Jefferson and Lincoln Highway Heritage Byways hosted, “A Celebration of the Reed-Niland Corner.”