Iowa Wildlife Federation

It’s that time of year again.  Iowa’s Baby Bird & Bunny season is officially underway.  For me, each new sighting …

Hunting wild turkeys with primitive [handmade] archery equipment is one of my favorite outdoor pastimes.  It is also the most …

The latter half of May is a time that no Iowa birding enthusiast would willingly choose to miss.  The annual …

Blue-winged Teal Steal the Show During Spring Migration For Iowa wildlife enthusiasts, the spring waterfowl migration represents a major highlight of …

       Youth Turkey Hunt Provides Lifetime Memories The first of Iowa’s five-part spring turkey seasons opened Friday, April 7, with the …

Luring flocks of wild ducks and geese into a well-placed spread of decoys – or at least making the attempt …

With its four-foot height, six-foot wingspan, ear piercing call, and penetrating stare; the crimson-capped sandhill crane is about as charismatic …

The first of Iowa’s five-part 2023 Spring Turkey hunting seasons begins with a special three-day mentored youth hunt running April …

In case you haven’t heard, we’re sitting smack in the path of a fast moving, widespread spring blizzard.  Scheduled to …

The first of the 2023 Iowa deer seasons is up and running.  Differing from all other deer seasons, the current …

This year’s pheasant season closed on January 10.  Although gone, the past season is certainly not forgotten.  For many -- …

For many Iowans, late season snowfalls and frigid winds make it seem as if winter will never end.  But in …

While most Iowa hunting seasons are now closed, cottontail rabbits provide an exception.  They remain legal game until the end …

With its prominent crest, crimson plumage, and cheery song, the cardinal is one of Iowa’s most beloved songbirds.  Considering the …

Pursuing late season cottontails is one of my favorite forms of winter recreation.  It’s a team effort, and I never …