Bur Oak names 2021 Conservation Heroes
November 1, 2021
Each year, Bur Oak Land Trust recognizes an individual in the community who exemplifies our conservation mission. This year, we... Read More →
Future-Proofing Conservation
October 21, 2021
In engineering circles, the concept of safety factors has been evolving for a couple millennia. A rock pyramid, whether in... Read More →
Be a Force for Nature campaign begins
October 15, 2021
We’re just starting our brief, but critical campaign to protect wildlife and wild places for all eastern Iowans. For the... Read More →
Tree of Disappointment: Colorado Blue Spruce
October 14, 2021
In pots or balled and burlapped in an Iowa nursery, Colorado blue spruce is an exquisite color. Depending upon the... Read More →
Pawpaw Roundup announced
September 17, 2021
Are you fostering Bur Oak pawpaws? Listen up! We are hosting a Pawpaw Roundup Oct. 4-8 to collect all pawpaw plants for... Read More →
Virtual Campaign Kickoff Oct. 15
September 17, 2021
Fall campaign countdown After making the decision to cancel our in-person fall fundraiser, Brunch with Bur Oak, we’ve got something... Read More →
Contemplative Peregrination as Nature Walk
September 12, 2020
There are many ways to take a hike, especially with camera in hand. A time-honored way of experiencing a foray... Read More →
Is Nature Relevant in Your Life
September 2, 2019
It’s hot, and my clothing armor against the sun just makes it worse. I take a slow, deep breath through... Read More →
Land Trust Alliance Blog: No Child Left Inside
March 26, 2018
The Land Trust Alliance is a great resource in keeping up to date on land trust initiatives throughout the country.... Read More →
Why Do We Care?
August 31, 2017
Barb and I recently sat out in the driveway, and watched last week’s cloudy eclipse come and go. And to... Read More →
