Iowa Association of Naturalists

The Iowa Association of Naturalists (IAN) is a professional organization that promotes the development of skills and education within the art of interpreting the natural and cultural environments. This non-profit group was founded in 1978 and now sustains nearly 150 members across the state.

Most IAN members are actively involved as professionals and volunteers in interpreting the natural and cultural resources of Iowa.

IAN strives to:

• Establish lines of communication among interpreters for the stimulation of thought, exchange of ideas, and mutual assistance;
• Maintain communications with related organizations and the public to promote interest in and understanding of the objectives of interpretive programs; and
• Support the preservation and interpretation of areas that have significant natural and cultural values.

IAN meets formally three times a year during training workshops (spring, summer, and fall) and supports non-formal regional meetings and other events throughout the year.

IAN is a supportive network of people who share their ideas, enthusiasm, and solutions to problems. Join us!

Fall 2007 IAN Group Photo, Muscatine County ~ To download a higher quality (1781 kb) version of this Picture or the Spring 2005 Group Photo Click Here

Naturalists - planting the seed of environmental stewardship by communicating the meanings and relationships in natural, cultural, and historical resources.

HOT NEWS !

• IAN Iowa Natural Resources Booklet Series (.pdf)

• Winter 2008 Edition of "The Web"

• Fall 2007 Workshop Pictures ~ Muscatine County

• Fall 2007 Edition of "The Web"

• How to Raise a Naturalist Read Chapter 15 from the new book, THE CREATION: AN APPEAL TO SAVE LIFE ON EARTH.

• T-shirts: “You Might Be A Naturalist…” t-shirts are
  available in both long and short sleeve. Long sleeve shirts
  sell for $15 and short sleeve shirts are $10. Shirts are
  available at IAN workshops. You can also purchase one
  by contacting Jenny Ammon at dccblawler@mwci.net.
  
• Canvas Bags: Coming Soon!! Ian is in the process of
  having canvas grocery bags printed. They will be
  available at the Spring IAN Workshop for $10.00. These
  bags are a great way to show your support for IAN.
  Proceeds will be going to the Joe Halbur Scholarship.

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