Truth about the health of the North Raccoon River—
How data gathered from the Raccoon River matters!
Mike Delaney— Iowa Conservation Director of the Izaak Walton League
Learn more about the latest water quality results. Iowa Izaak Walton League’s Conservation Director Mike Delaney will share his insights and updates on water quality data collected from the North Raccoon River watershed tributaries.
Mike will also discuss his personal observations of his river front property, as well as the history and challenges that the Raccoon River Watershed now faces with increased agriculture pollution. Possible solutions to protect the health of our soil and water will be explored. See how you can get involved in protecting our communities to improve water quality for both public health and recreation.
Mike has been a part of the Greene County’s Save Squirrel Hollow team. During the past three years, they have been collecting water samples throughout the watershed and recording data into the IWL’s national clean water hub. Discussions will include how the Save Our Streams program offers great options for citizens to engage through stream monitoring and receive FREE test kits through nitratewatch.org
Mike Delaney is an environmental sociologist, Raccoon River Watershed landowner, founder of the Raccoon River Watershed Association and the Panora Conservation Chapter of the Izaak Walton League, and serves as the Iowa Conservation Director of the Izaak Walton League.