Turkey Creek Nature Preserve was protected in 1980 as the first parcel of land acquired by Johnson County Heritage Trust, now Bur Oak Land Trust. …
A Force of Nature: How one woman’s mission to save land led to 45 years of conservation Read More »
Just as spring arrives, a beloved and deeply-rooted environmental learning and networking event will bloom again in downtown Iowa City. Bur Oak Land Trust will …
A tradition returns to Iowa City: Prairie Preview back for 38th year Read More »
It has been a year of advancement and growth for Bur Oak Land Trust. Throughout 2022, Bur Oak has expanded land protection efforts and restoration …
Bat Swarm by Jazle from Getty Images When biologists, community scientists, Bur Oak staff and AmeriCorps members set out to discover what creatures were living …
Bur Oak Land Trust will host a fall fundraiser that highlights the natural beauty of Iowa as 2022 draws to a close. The Golden Hour: …
A picture is worth a thousand words: Photo exhibit to benefit Eastern Iowa outdoors Read More »
Passion for Pollinators Why are you passionate about pollinators? David Maier: Growing up in Chicago with limited exposure to prairies, I never understood the importance …
Pollinator Week Donor Spotlight: David Maier and Matt McGrane Read More »
Are you ready to make a difference for Iowa’s outdoors? We’re looking for an Annual Campaign and Stewardship Manager to join our team. Position description …
Many years ago, I think it was 1972, I visited a unique place in central Illinois called Dickson Mounds. The story promoted at that time was …
We’re celebrating AmeriCorps Week by highlighting the significant impact our members have on local conservation. In 2021, our AmeriCorps members logged more than 1,500 hours …
AmeriCorps Week: Recognizing those dedicated to restoring Iowa’s outdoors Read More »
A large wetland system encircles Corriell Nature Preserve, Bur Oak Land Trust’s newest and largest acquisition. In its largest acquisition to date, Bur Oak Land …
