IWLA Strategic Plan 2019-2023
The Izaak Walton League engaged members across the country in creating a five-year strategic plan for the organization, which was approved by delegates to our national convention in 2013. The League's Executive Board approved updates to that strategic planning document in 2018. Read the full text (PDF).
Conservation Policies
Developed by League members in a democratic process, our Conservation Policies guide the League's work at the local, state, and national levels. These policies reflect our many years of conservation work and the conservation concerns of today. Read the full list of IWLA Conservation Policies (PDF). League members interested in submitting a resolution should read our overview of the resolutions process.
Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
The Izaak Walton League's national bylaws govern the structure and mission of the organization. Amendments to the bylaws are made through a democratic voting process at the organization's annual Board of Director meeting and National Convention. Read the League's Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws (PDF).
Chapter Manual
This manual offers an overview of running an Izaak Walton League chapter, including governance, financial management, legal issues, and fundraising strategies. It also provides a wealth of ideas on membership recruitment, conservation projects, outdoor activities, and public relations opportunities.
If you are a chapter leader or want to become one, this is a must-read manual!
NOTE: This is a member-only resource for current members of the Izaak Walton League of America. You must be logged in to this website (and a current League member) to access these sections of the publication. If you are not logged in when you click the link for one of these PDFs, you will be redirected to a login page.
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Most of the content of this manual is "evergreen," meaning that it will be relevant to League members and chapters far into the future. However, content specific to IRS regulations should be checked against information on the IRS site today.
Youth Manual
This manual offers an overview of running an Izaak Walton League youth program, including legal issues and activity ideas. If your chapter wants to create a youth program, this is a great place to start!
NOTE: This is a member-only resource for current members of the Izaak Walton League of America. You must be logged in to this website (and a current League member) to access these sections of the publication. If you are not logged in when you click the link for one of these PDFs, you will be redirected to a login page.
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