The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America

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Izaak Walton League – Over a Century of Conservation Leadership

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! 

Get your tickets today for our end-of-year Raffle Fundraiser to support the work of your Des Moines Izaak Walton League! Winners will have their choice of: A St. Croix Eyecon Walleye Series 7’1″ Rod with a Diawa FREAMS LT300-C Open Face Spinning Reel; OR a PSE Stinger Bow with adjustable draw weight, including a punch card for 7 FREE range shoots at Archery Field & Sports; OR the equivalent Cash Value! We’ll be selling 100 tickets at $20 each, so you’ve got a 1/100 chance to WIN! Purchase tickets from Ikes Board members, or at the Ticket Counter on Tuesday nights. We’ll be drawing at our Members Christmas Party on Tuesday, December 15…you need not be present to win, BUT you can’t win if you don’t play!

The Des Moines Izaak Walton League will honor our Members who are Veterans Tuesday evening, November 10, with a Color Guard presented by Carlisle Scout Troop 133 prior to our recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. In thanks that evening all Izaak Walton League Members who are Veterans are invited to join us for a FREE Lasagna dinner with Cake at 6. We offer our sincere gratitude to all who have served!

Meet ISU’s Dr. Adam Janke and learn about his research to improve the prospects for sustainable wildlife populations and clean water in working agricultural landscapes in Iowa and throughout the Midwest! Tuesday, November 17 at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flagg Pkwy (Flagg & Park). Small group chat at 5, with a Beef & Noodle dinner at 6 available for purchase, and Adam’s presentation at 6:45. Admission is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Adam Janke is an Associate professor, the associate director of the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, and the state Wildlife Extension Specialist at Iowa State University. He’s a trained wildlife biologist, having received a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in wildlife conservation and ecology from three land-grant schools in the Midwest. Adam is the president of Iowa Chapter of The Wildlife Society and is active in regional and national efforts for wildlife conservation and education. Adam conducts research and education on finding opportunities for strengthening wildlife habitat conservation in working landscapes in Iowa and throughout the Midwest. Dr. Janke also coordinates and leads the Iowa Master Conservationist Program that partners with county extension offices and other regional educators to train local conservation leaders and champions throughout Iowa.

Upcoming Events

December 15, 2026: Des Moines Izaak Walton League Members Christmas Party! Fundraiser Drawing for the Bow, Walleye Rod or Cash…tickets $20 (see below). The Big Raffle: Get 5 free tickets when you join or renew by the party! Plus, the White Elephant gift exchange!

December 22, 2026: Holiday, no Tuesday meeting. Merry Christmas

December 29, 2026: Holiday, no Tuesday meeting. Happy New Year!

January 5, 2027: Tuesday meetings resume

Officers 2026/2027
President: Doug Pooch
1st VP: Mark Pranger
2nd VP: Bud Hartley
Secretary: David Wright
Treasurer: Richard “Bo” Galloway
Honorary President: Joe Gavin

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