Pollinator Conservation
Iowa has roughly 2,500 native pollinators! That is a great reason to get connected to nature and become more sustainable.
Check out what we are doing to help these amazing creatures:
Pollinator Friendly Ames
The city of Ames has a 10 pollinator friendly community plan. See what we are up to and find great resources!
Native Seed bank
Habitat loss is one of the leading causes of pollinator decline. That’s why we created a native seed bank to make it more accessible.
FAQ
Curious about pollinators and native plants? Check out some of the most frequently asked questions.
Environmental Education and Community Events
Monarch Magic is an annual pollinator educational event in Ames aimed at families. We also participate in tabling events and regularly give talks about water quality, pollinators, and conservation to community groups around the state.
Conservation Connection Blog
A big part of our work is telling engaging stories to help explain the science and policy behind the environmental issues we work on. Here are three of our latest posts from the Conservation Connect Blog. We’ve also compiled some of our most accessible content related to soil and water (which can get complicated) as an FAQ.
Can Things That Don’t Matter Make a Difference?
The “Skunk River Navy” removed 80 tons of trash from rivers in central Iowa from 1998-2017. Trash isn’t the main problem affecting streams, so these kinds of efforts may not “matter” in the big picture but they can inspire us to work together to make a difference.
A Good Day for Volunteerism, A Bad Day For Water Quality
On May 20, volunteers tested water quality at 162 sites in central Iowa! We backed that up with lab testing and measured the highest nitrate levels that have been seen in Skunk River for at least a decade.
Thirsty Wings: How to Add a Pollinator Oasis to Your Garden
Pollinators and wildlife get thirsty too! Find out how to help them during these hot, dry months.
Get In Touch
3116 S. Duff Suite 201
Ames IA 50010
(515) 232-0048
Email our Pollinator Conservation Specialist,