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Izaak Walton League of America Founded in 1922, the Izaak Walton League conserves and restores America's natural resources.

🎣 A Reel-y Great Day at the Junior Fishing Derby! 🐟More than 60 young anglers and their families gathered at Izaak Walto...
10/29/2026

🎣 A Reel-y Great Day at the Junior Fishing Derby! 🐟

More than 60 young anglers and their families gathered at Izaak Walton League’s Loudoun County Chapter on Sunday, October 25, for the 12th Annual Junior Fishing Derby! 🎉

Open to the public, this annual event brought a pond full of eager anglers ready to cast a line and reel in a catch. While anglers 15 and younger competed for prizes, older siblings were encouraged to join in the fun, too!

🐟 The results are in!
- 🎣 38 fish caught — 11 bass and 27 bluegills!
- 🏆 The top three winners were determined by the combined weight of their five heaviest fish.
- 🎁 Each winner received a certificate and a rod and reel, with the first-place winner also taking home a trophy.

One of the day's highlights? Our youngest successful angler was just 5 years old and reeled in a 13.9-ounce bass alongside his father. What a catch! 👏

A big thank-you to everyone who came out to make this year's derby a success. We love seeing young anglers and their families enjoying the outdoors and making memories together! 💚

🐾 The Endangered Species Act Is in Danger. What Does That Mean for Wildlife?From bald eagles to gray wolves, the Endange...
10/28/2026

🐾 The Endangered Species Act Is in Danger. What Does That Mean for Wildlife?

From bald eagles to gray wolves, the Endangered Species Act has helped protect vulnerable species and support their recovery. But recent changes to the law could weaken protections for the habitats threatened and endangered species depend on to survive. 🌿

In this article, Lisa Ballard explores why the Endangered Species Act matters, how habitat loss affects wildlife, and why protecting biodiversity is essential to healthy ecosystems and our future.

https://iwla.org/the-endangered-species-is-in-danger/

Author: Lisa Ballard One word can make a big difference. In July 2026, the federal government finalized a major change to the Endangered Species Act, removing the regulatory definition of…

🌿 Welcome to the League, Kate Miller!We’re excited to welcome Kate Miller as the Izaak Walton League of America’s new Co...
10/27/2026

🌿 Welcome to the League, Kate Miller!

We’re excited to welcome Kate Miller as the Izaak Walton League of America’s new Conservation Director! 👏

With 20 years of experience advancing conservation policy and grassroots engagement at Trout Unlimited, Kate brings valuable expertise to the League. She will lead our work on policy, government relations, and conservation priorities, including clean water, agriculture, wildlife, and public lands.

Join us in welcoming Kate as we continue working together to protect our nation’s woods, waters, and wildlife for future generations! 💚

https://iwla.org/kate-miller-hired-by-izaak-walton-league-as-conservation-director/

The Izaak Walton League of America has hired Kate Miller as Conservation Director. Miller will direct the League’s broad portfolio of policy, government relations and conservation topics, which includes clean…

🌊 When a Legislative Loss Becomes a Conservation WinNot every bill becomes law, but that doesn’t mean progress stops! 💧I...
10/26/2026

🌊 When a Legislative Loss Becomes a Conservation Win

Not every bill becomes law, but that doesn’t mean progress stops! 💧

In Maryland, years of advocacy around road salt pollution have helped drive changes in training, reporting requirements, and salt management practices—even when proposed legislation didn’t pass.

This blog posts shares how grassroots advocacy, community connections, and persistence can lead to meaningful conservation progress.

https://iwla.org/when-legislative-losses-can-be-wins/

Whether a bill succeeds or fails to pass, it often isn’t the final chapter. Grassroots energy can reshape agency actions and public awareness

🚜👻 Visit the Bill Cook Chapter in Stevens Point, WI, on Friday, October 30, for a family-friendly Halloween adventure fe...
10/23/2026

🚜👻 Visit the Bill Cook Chapter in Stevens Point, WI, on Friday, October 30, for a family-friendly Halloween adventure featuring a tractor-pulled wagon ride through the spooky woods!

Warm up by the campfire, enjoy refreshments, and kick off Halloween weekend with autumn fun for all ages.

Looking for the perfect Friday night plan next week? 🚜👻
​Take a ride through the woods aboard our tractor-pulled wagon for Halloween Happenings! It’s designed specifically with families in mind—spooky autumn atmosphere without the intense scares, making it a great fit for younger kids and adults alike.
​Warm up by the campfire, grab some refreshments, and kick off Halloween weekend outdoors right here in Stevens Point.
​📍 Bill Cook Chapter – Izaak Walton League (5341 State Hwy 66, Stevens Point)
📅 Friday, October 30th
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
🎟️ $5 per person | Kids under 5 FREE
​Mark your calendars and bring the whole crew out! 🍂🎃

Sometimes, all you need is a morning cup of coffee and a beautiful landscape to start your day! Enjoy these wonderful ph...
10/23/2026

Sometimes, all you need is a morning cup of coffee and a beautiful landscape to start your day!

Enjoy these wonderful photos captured by the Bush Lake Chapter, showcasing the beauty of nature and the peaceful moments that make time outdoors so special.

If you live in Loudoun County, Virginia, stop by the League’s Open House, this Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m.! Try archer...
10/23/2026

If you live in Loudoun County, Virginia, stop by the League’s Open House, this Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m.!

Try archery, enjoy fishing, and explore the shooting facilities. While you’re there, purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win exciting sporting, hunting and fishing gear!

Jay N. “Ding” Darling, the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and influential conservationist, helped shape America’s ear...
10/20/2026

Jay N. “Ding” Darling, the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and influential conservationist, helped shape America’s early wildlife and environmental conservation movement through his work and leadership.

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of his birth, the University of Iowa exhibition It’s Been Wonderful Knowing You explores Darling’s conservation legacy, the changing Iowa landscape, and the contributions of other Iowans to conservation.

Exhibit Website: https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/ding-darling/

His legacy also connects to the Izaak Walton League’s history and ongoing conservation work, as highlighted in the League's blog: https://iwla.org/a-shared-conservation-legacy-izaak-walton-league-and-outdoor-writers-association-of-america/

Last month, Jess Gordon, Grassroots Advocacy Manager, presented to the Illinois Division on effective advocacy strategie...
10/16/2026

Last month, Jess Gordon, Grassroots Advocacy Manager, presented to the Illinois Division on effective advocacy strategies, including meeting with legislators, participating in community events and keeping the Izaak Walton League at the forefront of conversations.

She also demonstrated how to measure nitrates in lake water using a Nitrate Watch kit and thanked the Illinois Division for their ongoing support of the program.

Nitrate Watch - https://iwla.org/nitrate-watch/

Illinois Division - https://sites.google.com/site/illinoisdivision/

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Gaithersburg, MD
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