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MILES PROTECTED
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FRIENDS OF THE NISHNABOTNA WATERSHED
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COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS
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NITRATE
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Working together as citizens to protect, defend, and restore the Nishnabotna watershed and our state’s waters.
The Nishnabotna Water Defenders are dedicated to defending the health and sustainability of our watershed through education, advocacy, and community action.
Water Defenders in the News
Latest News
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Iowa groundwater monitoring expands to all 3rd District counties with federal funds
August 7, 2026
ALLEMAN – Hydrologic monitoring stations that help researchers compile flood and drought information useful for farmers and communities will soon be deployed across all of southwestern Iowa, following funding announced Friday by U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn.
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Protect Water Prevent Cancer is a non-partisan partnership project with the Iowa Environmental Council.
Our partners at the Iowa Environmental Council have created a series of training sessions that are useful tools to help us. As you know, election season is off and running and one of the most impactful things we can do is to let these candidates know how important these issues are to us by showing up to their events and town halls to find out what they propose to do to clean up our Waters. We want to help support you.
We want to hear from you! Share your story.
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What brings you to care about this issue?
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Do you or someone you know have a battle with cancer? Are you concerned about what you've learned this year about Iowa's trends?
Write a letter to the editor!
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Do you have a platform on social media that you use? You can share your story there.
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Do you have a big or small local network? Speak to those around you about your story and about this issue.
Find more resources below.
Protect Water Prevent Cancer
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Upcoming Events
NWD at Produce in the Park16 days to the eventSep 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PMAtlantic City Park, 10 W 7th St, Atlantic, IA 50022, USA
East Nishnabotna River Clean Up & Kayaking33 days to the eventSep 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDTStennett - Bonds Boat Landing, Stennett, IA 51566, USA
Volunteer Opportunities
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Nitrate Surveyor
Help monitor water quality by collecting simple nitrate readings that support river health and conservation efforts.
Outdoor Field Event
Join hands-on restoration projects, cleanups, and community events that make a direct impact on the Nishnabotna River.
Network Table
Represent our mission at local events by engaging with the community, sharing resources, and recruiting new supporters.
