Backyard Conservation: Rain Gardens, Native Plants, and More!

Event Summary

Winneshiek County Conservation will be hosting “Backyard Conservation Basics” at 2:00 pm on Sunday, April 19 at the Lake Meyer Nature Center. The program is free, open to all, and does not require registration.

Pollinator populations in Iowa are dwindling as their habitat and food sources are becoming more and more scarce. Iowa’s soil is also rapidly being depleted and its water quality is being degraded. Strong pollinator populations, healthy soil, and clean water are all vital to Iowa’s agriculture, communities, and natural resources alike. Fortunately, there are ways that individuals can help protect and enhance our local wildlife habitat, soil, and water quality.

This program will cover some of the ways that all community members can help promote conservation and provide wildlife habitat in their own backyard, whether that backyard is forty acres, a standard town lot, or an apartment balcony.   Discussion will include incorporating native plants into landscaping and gardening, controlling backyard runoff and erosion, increasing pollinator habitat, and more. Information on local suppliers, assistance agencies, and other resources will be provided.

Lake Meyer Park is located off of Highway 24 between Calmar and Fort Atkinson. For additional information, please contact Winneshiek County Conservation at (563) 534-7145. ​

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