Trout Run Watershed Project
ICC both participated in and provided a sponsor grant for the public outreach day of the Trout Run Watershed Project. The Public Outreach Day was hosted on July 23, 2025 …
Two New Angler Access Easements on Otter Creek in Fayette County
In August of 2023, Iowa’s Coldwater Conservancy (ICC) contributed $500 to the IADNR to help fund the acquisition of two Angler Access Easements on Otter Creek in Fayette County. This well …
Spring Branch Creek Habitat Work
Spring Branch Creek – Completed Fall 2025 Located downstream of the Manchester Fish Hatchery in Delaware County, this section of stream has become filled with deposition material such as sand …
North Bear Creek & Patterson Creek Habitat Improvement Projects-2024/2025
These recent habitat improvement projects on North Bear Creek and Patterson Creek would not have been possible without the support of landowners and the following public agencies and non-profit partners: …
Historic Oaks Wildlife Area-Burr Oak Creek in Mitchell County
In 2024, the Mitchell County Conservation Board (MCCB) began fundraising to acquire a unique parcel of privately owned land a few miles northeast of Osage. This 63 acre property includes …
Sunrise Over Bear: Protecting a Rare Iowa Stream
Bear Creek Project History and ICC Grant Support Imagine a deep and verdant valley where a beautiful coldwater stream flows within the hills of northeast Iowa and is surrounded by …
A Little Help for a Busy Spot
Iowa Coldwater Conservancy helps fund porta potties at the confluence of North and South Bear. This helps to reduce human impact and protect water quality. Simple improvements like this support …
Supporting Shared Goals: Partnering for Clean Water and Conservation
Iowa Coldwater Conservancy is committed to helping support the work of these additional organizations making a difference for Iowa’s land and water: the Iowa Water Conference, the Iowa Environmental Council, …
Iowa Nature Summit: Growing Conservation Through Collaboration
As a supporter of collaborative conservation, Iowa Coldwater Conservancy is pleased to take part in the Iowa Nature Summit, a statewide gathering held at Drake University that brings together conservationists, …
Dreaming of Fields Events at Pulpit Rock Brewery. ICC Proud Sponsor since 2023.
Iowa Coldwater Conservancy is proud to sponsor Dreaming of Fields Day, an annual celebration at Pulpit Rock Brewing Co. that highlights the connection between sustainable agriculture and craft brewing. Total, …