The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America

Amy will lead a discussion about DMWW and Central Iowa Water Works, The Smart Water Monitor Program, Lead Service Lines and more! Tuesday, February 17, 6:45pm, at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 Geo. Flagg Pkwy (Geo. Flagg & Park), Des Moines 50321. Amy serves as Chief Executive Officer and General Manager following the retirement of Ted Corrigan. She has more than 25 years of experience leading the financial, customer and business operations for Des Moines Water Works. “I’m honored and excited to lead the utility in writing our next chapter,” Kahler said. “As an anchor institution in central Iowa, Des Moines Water Works plays a vital role in our community. Admission to Amy’s talk at 6:45 is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, with doors opening at 5 and a Breaded Tenderloin dinner at 6 available for purchase.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Todd Gosselink will host a town hall-style meeting Tuesday, March 3, 6:45 pm at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flagg Pkwy (Geo. Flagg & Park), Des Moines, 50321. Local IDNR staff will provide updates on recently completed hunting and trapping seasons, population and habitat trends, discuss possible changes to hunting and trapping rules and regulations, and address other topics as requested. The meetings are open to the public. Comments collected from these public meetings will be considered along with other related comments received by the Iowa DNR prior to proposing changes to hunting rules and regulations. Proposed rules will be presented to the Natural Resource Commission during a regular public meeting for consideration and additional public comment. Admission to the meeting is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, with doors opening at 5 and a WALLEYE dinner at 6 available for purchase.

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, Trout 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!

Officers 2025/2026
President: Doug Pooch
1st VP: Mark Pranger
2nd VP: Bud Hartley
Secretary: Curtis Cokeley
Treasurer: Richard “Bo” Galloway
Honorary President: Joe Gavin

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