Birds and bees alike depend on native prairie plants to survive. The University of Iowa has helped increase the amount of native habitat for Iowa City’s flying friends by planting pollinator gardens throughout the downtown campus. In 2022, UI was recognized for their work when they received an esteemed Bee Campus designation. In a parallel effort, the Iowa City Bird Club provides recreation and education opportunities to teach about the many bird species that call Iowa City home. The club also...

Birds and bees alike depend on native prairie plants to survive. The University of Iowa has helped increase the amount of native habitat for Iowa City’s flying friends by planting pollinator gardens throughout the downtown campus. In 2022, UI was recognized for their work when they received an esteemed Bee Campus designation. In a parallel effort, the Iowa City Bird Club provides recreation and education opportunities to teach about the many bird species that call Iowa City home. The club also...