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The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America

The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America

Events Calendar

2026

For Tuesday night programs admission is FREE and open to the public with programs beginning at 6:45 p.m., and dinner available with service beginning at 6. 

Join the Des Moines Izaak Walton League for our Fifth Annual Wild Game Feed Tuesday, March 10, featuring Samples Crappie (Thanks Iowa Crappie League). Walleye (Thanks Denny Orfield) Ostrich (Thanks Striegels!), Elk, Frog Legs, Venison and More! We’ll also have sides provided by the Des Moines Ikes, Games and a Raffle! Admission is a suggested Donation of $20 for Adults, and $10 for Kids 10-. Doors open at 5 pm, and the Feed begins at 6. Your Donations will help the Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America fulfill our Pledge as Defenders of Soil, Air, Woods, Waters and Wildlife! Yes, game and raffle prize donations are still needed! Donors will be responsible for food preparation. Contact Mark Pranger if you’d like to share your harvest at mark.a.pranger@gmail.com or 515-710-6033. Thanks to our wild game donors and cooking crews! Join us as we celebrate nature’s bounty with some seriously good eats!

Join us Saturday, March 21st, 2026, for a day of hunting outdoor treasures, great food, and community fun! Whether you’re looking to re-home extra gear or find something new and interesting, this is the place to be. You’ll find all kinds of outdoor equipment and supplies—perfect for hunters, anglers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The Des Moines Izaak Walton League,4343 Geo. Flagg Pkwy (Geo. Flagg & Park), Des Moines, IA 50321. Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Vendor Setup Begins at 7:00 AM. Breakfast served: 9:00 – 11:00 AM, Lunch available during the event. Open to the Public with FREE Admission & Parking. Want to sell? Anyone can rent 1–2 spots to sell their items: Email: ikes.dsm@gmail.com, or Call: 515-244-3773. Rental fees are a donation toward the Greg Lewis Memorial Bench along Copper Creek. ALL PROCEEDS FROM SALES GO DIRECTLY TO THE SELLERS! Come out, support a great cause, and enjoy a day celebrating the outdoors and community. We hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events
  • March 24, 2026: Des Moines Ikes Farmer’s Night! Dinner sponsored by Wyffels Hybrids in celebration of National Ag. Day. Our annual dinner to thank our friends in Agriculture! Each Des Moines Izaak Walton League member can bring up to two guests in Agriculture, who will then be treated to a FREE Dinner! Speaker TBD.
  • April 15-19, 2026: Trout Fishing in Branson! Contact Doug Pooch for details at 1richmanbo@gmail.com or 515-779-6516.
  • April 24-25, 2026: Izaak Walton League 103rd State Convention. Emerson Hough Chapter, 889 Highway F 36 W, Newton 50208. Info. and Registration at https://iowaikes.com/
  • April 28, 2026: Kathy Coady, Hope Ministries Chief Development Officer, on their mission to rescue those who are homeless, hungry, abused or addicted, providing opportunities for hope, recovery and restoration through the love of Jesus Christ.
     
     

 

 

 

 

 

Contact Us

4343 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines, Iowa 50321   ·   Phone 515-244-3773   ·   Email info@desmoines-ikes.com