Mission & Vision

Founded in 1952, the Iowa Wildlife Federation brings together Iowans who care about wildlife, wild places, outdoor traditions, and conservation education. For more than 70 years, we have worked to protect Iowa’s natural resources and connect people to the outdoors.

As a statewide, membership-based nonprofit organization, we recognize that healthy grasslands, wetlands, woodlands, rivers, and prairies benefit all Iowans. Whether through hunting, fishing, birdwatching, paddling, hiking, gardening, or simply exploring the natural world, we believe time spent outdoors matters.

Iowa’s landscapes do more than provide recreation opportunities. They improve water quality, support wildlife habitat, strengthen communities, and contribute to the health and well-being of people across our state.

We also recognize the important role hunters, anglers, conservationists, farmers, educators, scientists, volunteers, and outdoor enthusiasts all play in protecting Iowa’s wildlife and natural resources for future generations.

We invite you to explore our programs, projects, and advocacy work and find a place to get involved. 

Iowa Wildlife Federation Mission Statement:
The mission of the Iowa Wildlife Federation is to inspire Iowans to protect our wildlife and habitat.

Iowa Wildlife Federation Vision Statement:
We envision an Iowa with abundant wildlife, well-managed public and private lands, clean water and healthy soils that can be enjoyed by current and future generations through a multitude of outdoor recreational pursuits, including hunting, fishing and wildlife watching.