Executive Director Hello River Lovers, This month we are focusing on one of our main priorities that we advocate for – low head dam mitigation and water trails funding. This program is part of Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and is funded through the Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund (RIIF). The Legislative assembly first funded RIIF in 1995 by appropriating $50 million. Now RIIF receives over $100 million which helps fund everything from new buildings … Read more
Picture – Upper Iowa River from John Steven Kjome A new year brings exciting change. Iowa Rivers Revival is pleased to introduce two of our newest board members – Patrick Snell and Troy Green. Patrick works for The Nature Conservancy as the External Affairs Coordinator. He believes that rivers are a source of life and connect us to all of our neighbors, near and far. He “enjoys the … Read more
Hello River Lovers, Happy 2021! First let me say thank you all so much for your continued support in 2020. It was a very unique year with many challenges. We learned a lot and are now stronger and more resolute in making sure we are leading Iowans to protect, restore, and enjoy our rivers. January is not only the start of a new year, it is the start of the … Read more