A House Bat and a Bat House
September 15, 2016
By Lon Drake More than a week ago, in late twilight, I stepped out into the yard to make sure... Read More →
Looking to Save Pawpaw Seed?
September 8, 2016
By Lon Drake Last fall and earlier this year, I shared information with you about my pawpaw tree projects, which... Read More →
In Habitat Conservation, Size Matters
September 1, 2016
By Lon Drake Iowa has been named one of the most disturbed states in the country because almost all of... Read More →
Guest post: Trust the Next Generation
August 30, 2016
The Land Trust Alliance has posted a great blog written by Elizabeth Brown about reaching out to younger generations, especially... Read More →
Using Herbicides? Try Precision Spraying!
August 25, 2016
by Lon Drake There’s been much debate – sometimes heated – over whether to use herbicides in weed control. What... Read More →
Guest post: Buzz Buzz Bees and Wasps
August 22, 2016
Have questions about bees and wasps? Here’s a guest post written by The Fix online newspaper to give you an... Read More →
Conversation Brings Back Nature Trail Memories
August 18, 2016
by Lon Drake This summer, while biking the Clear Creek Trail, I encountered long-time Bur Oak Land Trust supporter Alan... Read More →
Ask Me Anything! How Do You Handle Conservation Easements?
August 11, 2016
by Tammy Wright Conservation easements are a way to permanently protect land from development while keeping ownership of the land.... Read More →
Liatris Lesson: Carelessness Has Consequences
August 8, 2016
Some thirty-odd years ago, I took my geology field class on a walking tour along some railroad tracks in south-central... Read More →
Are You Ready for Pawpaw Season?
August 1, 2016
Are you ready for this year’s pawpaw season? It’s coming up in the next couple of weeks through early September.... Read More →
