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Upcoming Events

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Iowa Flood Center & Iowa Geological Survey Legislative Breakfast

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 7:00am to 9:00am
Iowa State Capitol

Thanks to the leadership and foresight of the Iowa Legislature, Iowans have access to reliable tools and resources through the collaborative efforts of the Iowa Flood Center (IFC) and Iowa Geological Survey (IGS) to enhance decision-making for floods, droughts, and groundwater challenges that impact our state.

IFC and IGS students, staff, and researchers will host their annual legislative breakfast reception on Tuesday, March 10 from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Iowa State Capitol Building in the first...

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West Liberty Science Night

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
West Liberty Elementary School

K-4 children and parents are invited to the West Liberty Science Night on Thursday, April 2nd!

Join us for a fun-filled night of interactive science demonstrations and activities provided by various organizations, including IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center.

We hope to see you there!

Past Events

Growing Sustainable Communities Conference

Tuesday, April 1 to Wednesday, April 2, 2025 (all day)
Grand River Convention Center
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3rd Annual Earth Day Celebration at Fairport Fish Hatchery

Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00am to 3:00pm
Fairport Fish Hatchery
Join us at the Fairport Fish Hatchery on April 26th for the 3rd annual Earth Day Celebration! Explore the historic interpretive trails, check out the new education pavilion, and enjoy talks from notable speakers.

Bur Oak Land Trust Prairie Preview

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

We invite you to join us as an exhibitor at the 40th Annual Prairie Preview on Wednesday, May 14 from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Iowa Memorial Union International Ballroom. Last year, nearly 300 people attended, making it a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community! This year, we are once again dedicating the entire event to community building and networking, without a keynote speaker, to foster meaningful conversations and engagement.

Stop by the IIHR and Iowa Flood Center exhibit for...

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Meandering River

Sunday, May 18, 2025 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Lagoon Shelter House

A place-based, meandering journey with the Iowa River.

https://clas.uiowa.edu/news/2025/04/clas-faculty-members-receive-grant-interdisciplinary-project-focused-iowa-river

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Discover Your University

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Hydraulics Wind Tunnel Annex

Participants will learn about the research activities at IIHR, including the statewide hydraulic monitoring network maintained by the Iowa Flood Center. The tour will include a visit to research labs housed in the Hydraulics Wind Tunnel Annex and discussions with IIHR research staff and faculty.

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5th Annual BioBlitz at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory

Saturday, July 12, 2025 9:00am to 11:00am
Ashton Cross Country Course

What types of plants, animals, and fungal life might you find at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory? Let's find out! 

Join researchers in collecting, observing, and recording biodiversity at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory in our 5th Annual BioBlitz. Your findings will inform a major research project and will contribute to the fifth data point in a multi-year documentation of how diversity changes at this site over time. Collections will be housed with the UI Museum of Natural History...

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Applied Hydraulics at IIHR: Stormwater Diversion and Drop Structure Design for Ellicott City

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
This webinar will provide a brief overview of IIHR’s research mission, technical capabilities, and areas of collaboration, followed by a focused look at our work on the Ellicott City flood mitigation project. Dr. Troy Lyons, Associate Director of IIHR, led the hydraulic modeling efforts for the project. His expertise spans hydraulic structures, urban stormwater systems, drop shafts, and deep tunnels—critical elements in complex flood resilience and conveyance design.
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Okoboji Blue Water Festival

Saturday, August 9, 2025 (all day)
Arnolds Park
The Okoboji Blue Water Festival supports the stewardship of clean water and other natural resources through participation, education and celebration. Come and share the experience that is designed for all ages!
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ISAC Annual Conference

Wednesday, August 20 to Friday, August 22, 2025 (all day)
Veterans Memorial Community Choice Convention Center
Join us on August 20-22 for the ISAC Annual Conference taking place in person at the Veteran’s Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Each August, ISAC brings together county officials and employees from across the state for this educational conference.
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ISAC Annual Conference

Thursday, August 21 to Friday, August 22, 2025 (all day)
Veterans Memorial Community Choice Convention Center
Join us on August 20-22 for the ISAC Annual Conference taking place in person at the Veteran’s Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Each August, ISAC brings together county officials and employees from across the state for this educational conference.