Izaak Walton League of America

Halloween is over. The candy traded or eaten, costumes and decorations packed up, and you're looking forward to turkey at Thanksgiving. But what do you do with those carved orange vegetables on your front porch? Re-use and recycle them! Full story

Sometimes, nature needs to be restored before it can be protected. But how do we know whether our restoration efforts have brought back something worth protecting? Full story

Funding for natural resources and the environment now represents less than 1% of the federal budget, and that share has been falling for more than 40 years. The 2020 budget isn't likely to reverse the decline. Full story

The Army Corps of Engineers is re-committing to smarter management of the river. Solutions that work with nature will reduce flood risk and increase habitat for fish and wildlife. Read more about the new plans. Full story

What's that green stuff floating in the lake? Is it safe for your dog – or for you? Full story

What we do on the land affects our ability to engage in and enjoy the outdoor recreation that we love. Learn what you can do to make sure your favorite lake or river is safe to swim in this season. Full story

Water, air, and yard waste are all you need to create a rich source of nutrients for your plants. Full story

Farmers and soil health experts asked Congress to implement strategies very similar to what the League has been working towards at the federal and state level. Full story

When heavy rainfalls cause flooding in agricultural fields, farmers install drainage systems that contribute to flooding in more urbanized areas. The League is working towards alternative solutions that build soil, boost the economy, protect wildlife habitat, and keep water where it belongs. Full story

Natural strategies are a more environmentally-friendly way of fighting disease and pests in the garden – and they often work better too. Full story