DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 22, 2026) — Nahant Marsh Education Center will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 28, 2PM, in celebration of its induction as a designated site within the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area.

The designation recognizes Nahant Marsh's role in preserving the region's natural heritage and connecting environmental education and conservation with Iowa's agricultural history.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 19, 2026) — The annual Upper Mississippi River Conference is fifteen days away! You won’t want to miss this year’s lineup of speakers, ready to answer all your most pressing questions about water quality, AI, and the future of our river.

DIXON, IOWA (October 14, 2026) — On Saturday, October 17, 6:30PM, there will be a Halloween Hike held at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center in Dixon, Iowa.

Join Naturalist Mike for an educational adventure to learn about mysterious and misunderstood animals.

At 5PM, there will be an open fire for grilling.

Please bring your own food items and we will provide the fire and roasting sticks.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 12, 2026) — The annual Upper Mississippi River Conference is less than a month away! We have extended early bird pricing for just one week, so register by October 16 to save.

You won’t want to miss this year’s lineup of speakers, ready to answer all your most pressing questions about water quality, AI, and the future of our river!