Prairie Preview and Pawpaws
January 27, 2024
Meaningful environmental work is happening in Iowa and we want to share the good news with you! Get ready to... Read More →
Saving the home of a native bee
June 20, 2023
A rusty patched bumble bee on Culver’s root at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve. The bee was federally protected in 2017,... Read More →
We’re hiring!
April 15, 2022
Are you ready to make a difference for Iowa’s outdoors? We’re looking for an Annual Campaign and Stewardship Manager to... Read More →
Bur Oak Land Trust sawyers are packing up to help storm ravaged Kentucky
December 21, 2021
Hannah Davey, Bur Oak Land Trust AmeriCorps member, clears branches in Cedar Rapids last fall after the derecho. Photo by... Read More →
Pawpaw proud: Local land trust bringing fruit back to Iowa
April 16, 2021
IOWA CITY – Appalachian banana, custard apple, banango; The pawpaw has many names, but whatever you call it, Bur Oak... Read More →
Sister Land Trusts? A Proposal
April 9, 2020
Considered by most as a successful local conservation organization, Bur Oak Land Trust currently owns 11 properties and holds conservation... Read More →
