The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America

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About the Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America
Founded in 1922, the Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League is one of the four oldest chapters still active in the nation. We’re part of one of America’s oldest and most respected conservation organizations. With a powerful grassroots network of more than 250 local chapters nationwide, the League takes a common-sense approach toward protecting our country’s natural heritage and improving outdoor recreation opportunities for all Americans. We invite you to learn about our work and to join us in supporting important conservation initiatives in your community.

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Des Moines Chapter House
4343 George Flagg Parkway
Des Moines, Iowa, 50321
(515) 244-3773

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Meetings are held every Tuesday beginning at 6 p.m. Dinner is served until 6:30 p.m., with programs starting at 6:45 p.m. There are lots of great programs and delicious meals coming up on Tuesdays at the Chapter House! Check out our Menus and Programs page to find out more!

Learn the basics of Pheasant Hunting with Pheasants Forever’s (PF) Amy Buckendahl, Tuesday, November 19, 6:45 pm at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League 4343 George Flagg Parkway (Geo. Flagg & Park). Des Moines 50321. Amy will talk about how you can get started hunting this classic Iowa game bird! She’ll also fill you in on PF’s Upland Workshops. The workshops include Hunter Safety, Upland Basics, Bird Cleaning & Prep, Bird Biology, Shooting and more! The Next event is at the Dragoon Trail Ikes in Ankeny Friday the 22nd, with a Mentored Hunt Saturday the 23rd. Amy is a passionate conservation educator and hunter. She is an active volunteer with the Iowa Hunter Education Instructor Association, Northern Polk PF and the Iowa Heartland Chapter of Women on the Wing. Admission to Amy’s talk at 6:45 is FREE and Open to the Public, with a Beef and Noodle dinner available for purchase, serving at 6.

Come on out and PLAY at the Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flagg Pkwy (Geo. Flagg & Park), Des Moines 50321 EVERY Wednesday for a night of CASH PRIZE BINGO! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Doors open at 5pm and play begins at 5:45. Cards begin at $10; Early and Late Bird Cards $3, Jackpot Blackout Cards $1. Doors open at 5 and play begins at 5:45. LOTS of Games, including Double or Twin Bingo, Crazy L, Four Corners, plus the Jackpot Black Out Special and more! Beverages and Snacks will be available too! Bring your friends and join us! The more players the bigger the jackpot!

Join us Sunday, December 1, 2024 for the Des Moines Izaak Walton League Indoor Christmas Flea Market, 9am – 4pm! Featuring Holiday Goods, Gift Items and More! 4343 George Flagg Pkwy (Park Avenue and George Flagg). FREE Admission! Pancakes and Biscuits for Breakfast, then Burgers, Dogs and Pizza for lunch. If you have questions or would like to reserve a space please contact Tawnya McCourtney at [email protected].

New 2024 Rules and a Herd Health Update with IDNR’s Jace Elliott 

Learn about new 2024 Deer Hunting Rules & Regulations, along with a Herd Health Update with the Iowa DNR’s Jace Elliott! Tuesday, December 3, 6:45 pm, at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flagg Parkway (intersection Geo. Flagg & Park), Des Moines 50321. With shotgun season beginning December 7, this is a timely update! Jace will not only fill us in on New Rules, he’ll give us an update on Herd Health too. With another drought, Iowa is experiencing one of the worst EHD outbreaks in history. Learn more about diseases and report suspected cases here: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Hunting/Deer-Hunting/Deer-Health#. Jace Elliott is the State Deer Biologist with IDNR. Jace’s talk is FREE and Open to the Public, with doors opening at 5:30 and dinner available for purchase, with service at 6.

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