RRWA News –Iowa State vs. Iowa
Edition-- Sept. 13, 2014
RRWA Website (just Google Raccoon River Watershed Association)
Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/107052089361843/
News:
Phenological News from Doctor Searles’ 2014 Calendar (2015 available
soon—Great Christmas Present for birders and other nature lovers! A
portion of proceeds goes to our Research and Education Fund. Currently
Drake Students are studying Benthic Macroinvertebrate Health in the
Raccoon River.
Sept. 16 Yellow Bellied Sapsuckers arrive
Sept . 20 Black Birds congregate, Rough-legged Hawks arrive
Sept. 22 Equinox—
Sept 23 Indian Grass Flowering
Sept 27 Average first light frost in the watershed (Storm Lake)
Sept 30 Migrant butterflies depart. http://www.nj.com/cape-maycounty/index.ssf/2014/09/declining_monarch_butterflies_beginning_3000mile_trek_to_mexico_nj_legislator_plans_bills_to_welcom.html
You can see great photos of Raccoon River Wildlife on our Facebook Page
and on our website including pictures of fungi, insects and flowers by
Eileen Miller—Lake City.
Please report your observations on our facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/107052089361843/
or to searleslr@msn.com or me Mikedelaney1@mac.com
Please put your pictures on the RRWA Facebook
Page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/107052089361843/
It is good for us to pay attention to the Life in the Raccoon Watershed.
People need to know we care. We can celebrate what is left or sadly
document what is being lost.
Calendar of RRWA and related activities:
Sept. 16 –Jim Gillespie, Director IDLAS Soils Division to speak at the
DM Ikes at 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 16--Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Program
Tuesday, September 16
Dick and Sharon Stilwell are winter residents of Bonita Springs, Florida
where they volunteer at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary as well as Ding
Darling National Wildlife Refuge and the Lee County Florida Conservation
20/20 program. Their program will cover the location of Corkscrew Swamp
Sanctuary, why and how it became a sanctuary and many photos taken in
the sanctuary showing what can possibly be seen there. Meetings of Des
Moines Audubon Society begin at 7 p.m. and are held in the lower level of
Westminster Presbyterian Church, which is located at the corner of Beaver
and Franklin Avenues in Des Moines. Parking is available on the north and
west sides of the church and an elevator can be accessed at the west door.
For information about this program, please contact Jane Clark
at jrclark@radiks.net or 515-223-5047.
Sept.17, 7:00 PM
Program: Wild Places in Polk County
September 2014 is the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Loren
Lown, an ecologist with Polk County Conservation, will present a program
about “wildness” and wild places in our own backyard, especially in Polk
County Conservation properties. According to Loren, he’ll share a bit
of nature near the metro—about 1,300 acres in Polk County—some very
nice natural areas. Central Iowa Sierra public programs are held at
Northwest Community Center, 51st Street and Franklin Avenue in Des
Moines. Contact Jane at jrclark@radiks.net or 223-5047 or Karen
at kktigges@live.com or 865-8773 for more information about this
program.
----Sept.18, 9:00 a.m. --Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey’s Water Quality
Committee (WRCC) will meet at the capitol in Supreme Court Room
Sept. 23, 7 p.m.
“Ecological Insights into Iowa’s Flora, Prairies, and Agriculture”
Thomas R. Rosburg, professor of biology
Jordan Stage, Sheslow Auditorium, Old Main, Drake University
Reception to follow in the Madelyn M. Levitt Hall of Honor
Research in biology and the natural sciences may be either theoretical or
application-based. Theoretical approaches strive to forge new and deeper
knowledge of processes and mechanisms, whereas applied research is
focused on investigations that have the potential to improve people’s lives
or assist them in doing their work. Although Professor Rosburg’s research
combines elements of both, his work has gravitated more strongly toward
application-based science. After separating and distinguishing his activities
as a scientist, naturalist, and activist, Professor Rosburg will summarize
some of the significant contributions his work has produced in prairie,
wetland, and forest ecosystems. While Professor Rosburg has expertise in
all Midwest ecosystems, his true love lies with the prairie. His presentation
will examine how nature, and particularly prairie, can serve as a model for
sustainable agriculture.
Thomas R. Rosburg, professor of biology and department chair, teaches
courses in ecology, botany, limnology, biological research and statistics,
Iowa natural history, and nature photography. His research investigates
topics in plant ecology to better understand the factors affecting the species
composition and structure of plant communities in prairie, forest, and
wetland ecosystems. Rosburg has mentored more than 50 students
completing undergraduate research or independent studies. His research
projects have merited $1.1 million-plus in grant awards and produced more
than 100 scientific papers, reports, and books. He has given more than 350
invited lectures, conference presentations, and public presentations.
Hundreds of his photographs have appeared in books, magazines,
calendars, and reports.
In 2003, Rosburg established the Drake Prairie Rescue and Restoration
Program, which receives external funding to conduct prairie management
using Drake students as interns.
Rosburg received a B.S. in Fish and Wildlife Biology, M.S. in Plant Ecology,
and Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Iowa State University.
He lives on a small farm where he and his wife practice self-sufficient
living—raising livestock and growing fruits and vegetables. He has three
children and one grandchild. His hobbies include camping, backpacking,
climbing, running, nature photography, reading, and watching the Packers
Sept.25, 9:00 a.m.—Steve Roe to meet with Chuck Gipp, DNR director
concerning water quality testing in the Raccoon.
Sept. 29, 4:30 p.m.
Professor Rosburg is planning to lead a prairie walk at Tipton Prairie. The
high quality 4 acre remnant is between Rippey and Cooper on E57. The
entrance is on the south side of the road, west of the river marked by a
pioneer cemetery sign. Hopefully the Downy Gentians will still be in bloom!
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Oct 2-23
“What’s the DAM Solution? An inside look at the danger, history, and
alternative visions for low-head dams in Central Iowa” a four-session
class to be offered in Des Moines .
If you like rivers, nature, or just support active recreation and
economic opportunities in your community, this course will open your
eyes to previously unrecognized problems with Iowa dams.
Led by Nate Hoogeveen, DNR River Programs Director, and Jon
Garton, DNR Senior Environmental Engineer, this 4-session class will
be offered from 10–11:30 a.m. on Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, and 23
through the RaySociety, Drake University’s lifelong learning program,
on the Drake campus.
The class will be highly visual, with imagery and videos that help explain
both serious and fun topics. Then, the focus shifts to examples of safer,
innovative solutions communities are embracing across Iowa. Three lowhead dams in Des Moines – Center Street, Scott Street, and Fleur Drive
dams – will serve as case studies where 19 deaths have occurred over the
years and fisheries productivity is reduced. The technology and know-how
is now available to fix these dams to reduce deaths. The same solutions
can often reconnect fish movement while reducing navigation barriers.
Learn about the latest research and exciting solutions to dam problems in
central Iowa and beyond.
Thursday, October 2 - What’s the DAM Problem?
Nate Hoogeveen’s overview explores the hidden mysteries of Iowa’s dams
on major waterways, their general purpose, and problems with dams as
they are today. For example, did you know catfish cannot thrive in many
miles of Iowa’s rivers due to dams? Did you know that one to two people
die at dams each year? Did you know that many dams are damaged? Did
you know most dams do not protect from flooding, and that many actually
make flooding worse? You’ll have the chance to splash around with a
hands-on model of a low-head dam to understand why they are hazardous
– even though they may look harmless! The ways communities like Des
Moines think about these problems can have major effects on how regular
people use rivers and riverfronts in
Iowa communities.
Thursday, October 9 - Dams 101: Construction, Permitting, and
Failure Risks
Learn from presenter, Jon Garton, how dams are designed, constructed,
and function. Hear about the Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s
role in dam permitting, inspection and compliance. We will discuss how
dams can fail and how the public should be aware of the risks of dams
including how can dam owners, regulators, officials, and the general public
work together to ensure dams are safe. An overview of the 2010 Lake Delhi
dam failure in northeast Iowa will be presented.
Thursday, October 16 - Fish, Mussels, and River Recreation
Go beneath the surface with Nate Hoogeveen’s underwater videos
and photographs. Take away information from the latest studies on
how dams impact Iowa’s fish and mussel species. We’ll explore how
mussels (which look like clams) use ingenious methods to lure fish
into carrying their young up rivers. You will gain an understanding of
how some species of fish have disappeared from some Iowa river
segments and how fragmentation can be disruptive for overall
numbers and sizes of numerous species of game fish. Also, begin to
understand how recreation (boating, fishing, relaxing) opportunities
may be limited by dams around the state, reducing quality of life and
economic development opportunities.
Thursday, October 23 - What’s the DAM Solution?
Nate Hoogeveen will show solutions from Iowa and beyond. These
can range from replacing a dam with a rapids, removing a dam, or
more fully restoring a river. A downtown can be enhanced by creating
whitewater features. Downtown rivers can become more usable,
accessible, and several kinds of barriers can be removed at
the same time. Usually, the actual infrastructure purposes of standard
dams can be accommodated by using these innovative methods.
The class cost is $30 plus membership in the RaySociety. Membership
entitles you to an array of classes and events through the fall and spring
including free parking. To join the society and register for classes,
visit www.drake.edu/raysociety or call Rena Wilson at 515/271-2120.
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Delaney Editorial
Guess who wishes to restrict the Clean Water Act?
This legislation passed the House! Ugh! (Sept 10)
http://www.mercurynews.com/politics-government/ci_26499500/housemoves-block-epa-water-rules
Guess who wishes to restrict the Clean Water Act? Answer: Pork Corn and
Bean Producers! Our governor’s new friends who promise recently on TV
with Sean McMahon to clean up Iowa waters.
Here is the letter urging the restriction of the Clean
Water Act (headwaters should not be protected from
pollution) sent by: Pork, Soy Bean, and Corn
Producer’s Associations (and others). I requested this
from the National Izaak Walton League Director:
Mike - Thank you for reaching out. I have copied below a letter supporting
the bill. You will see which groups support it, including Farm Bureau and
Pork Producers. I hope this is helpful, Scott
Letter supporting HR 5078:
September 8, 2014
Representative Morgan Murphy
United States House of Representatives
1517 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC
20515
Dear Rep. Murphy:
The Waters Advocacy Coalition (WAC) supports H.R. 5078, the Waters of
the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act, and urges a yes
vote on the bill. WAC is an industry coalition representing the
nation’s construction, real estate, mining, agriculture,
transportation, forestry, manufacturing, and energy sectors, as well as
wildlife conservation and recreation interests.
As evidenced at the June 11, 2014, Subcommittee on Water Resources
and
Environment hearing, there is substantial and significant disagreement
between the federal agencies, the states, local governments, and the
regulated community about the scope and effect of the Waters of the
United States (WOTUS) proposed rule jointly published by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Corps of Engineers
(Corps). The disagreements encompass all aspects of the proposed rule,
including whether the proposal is consistent with recent Supreme Court
decisions regarding limits to federal jurisdiction, whether the rule
reduces or expands federal jurisdiction beyond those waters currently
regulated, and the implications of the new definitions that the
agencies have incorporated into the proposed rule.
H.R. 5078 would lead to a better rule by requiring the agencies to
conduct a transparent, representative, and open consultation with state
and local officials to develop a consensus about which waters should be
under federal jurisdiction. Consistent with the Clean Water Act, all
other waters would remain under the jurisdiction of the various states,
which are in the best position to address and decide how to protect the
diversity and variability of their waters and land features.
We believe the course of action set forth in the bill will lay a
foundation for the resolution of this controversial and divisive issue
in a way that achieves environmental benefits and ensures our
nation’s ability to engage in the robust economic activity
that sustains and supports Americans working in all sectors of the
American economy.
Accordingly, we urge a yes vote on H.R. 5078.
Sincerely,
Agricultural Retailers Association
American Exploration & Mining Association
American Farm Bureau Federation
American Forest & Paper Association
American Iron and Steel Institute
American Petroleum Institute
American Public Power Association
American Road & Transportation Builders Association
American Society of Golf Course Architects
Associated Builders and Contractors
The Associated General Contractors of America
Association of American Railroads
Club Managers Association of America
CropLife America
Edison Electric Institute
Federal Forest Resources Coalition
The Fertilizer Institute
Foundation for Environmental and Economic Progress (FEEP)
Golf Course Builders Association of America
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA)
Industrial Minerals Association – North America
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Irrigation Association
Leading Builders of America
NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association
National Association of Home Builders
National Association of Manufacturers
National Association of REALTORS®
National Cattlemen's Beef Association
National Club Association
National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
National Industrial Sand Association
National Mining Association
National Multifamily Housing Council
National Oilseed Processors Association
National Pork Producers Council (NPPC)
National Rural Electric Cooperative Association
National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Portland Cement Association
Professional Golfers Association of America
Public Lands Council
Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE)
Southern Crop Production Association
Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association
Treated Wood Council
United Egg Producers
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The New Ag Water Alliance (Branstad, McMahon,
Pork, Corn and Beans will clean up our water  Yeah!
Here is there pitch. (This follows Branstad’s veto of
$11 million for Northey’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance?
The Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance (www.iowaagwateralliance.com) is a
nonprofit organization committed to advancing the success of the Iowa
Nutrient Reduction Strategy by increasing farmer awareness of the initiative
and their adoption of science-based practices proven to have quantifiable
environmental benefits. It was created and is funded by the Iowa Corn
Growers Association, Iowa Soybean Association and Iowa Pork Producers
Association.
Where is the alliance headquartered and how is it structured?
The alliance is headquartered at the Iowa Soybean Association in Ankeny.
It’s governed by a board of directors:
  Chair – Kirk Leeds, CEO, Iowa Soybean Association
  Vice chair – Craig Floss, CEO, Iowa Corn Growers Association
  Secretary-Treasurer: Rich Degner, CEO, Iowa Pork Producers
Association
How is the IAWA staffed?
Sean McMahon will serve as IAWA executive director effective Sept. 15,
2014. He lives in Cumming, Iowa and presently directs The Nature
Conservancy’s (TNC) North America Agriculture Program. He also served
as state director of the Iowa Chapter of TNC and prior to that, directed
national land stewardship campaigns with the National Wildlife Federation.
As executive director, McMahon will work with partners to champion farmer
adoption and engagement in conservation and production practices for
continuous improvement of nutrient management and water quality.
Additional staff will be hired to assist with program and project facilitation
and communications outreach.
What other activities will the IAWA implement?
  Enhance understanding by the public and key decision makers about
the needed flexibility in addressing nonpoint nutrient sources impacting
water quality;
 Support Iowa State University and other committed partners in
developing environmental performance metrics and measurements
supported by credible data; and
  Secure significant funding from public and private sources to
accomplish the IAWA’s mission and goals.
Will the organization duplicate or replace other efforts or initiatives?
The IAWA is not a replacement for any existing program. It will serve as a
coordinating entity with dedicated professionals focused on communication
and outreach to advance the success of the Iowa Nutrient Reduction
Strategy. This entity will only enhance, complement, understand and
communicate the work of environmental and agricultural stakeholders that
are serious about implementing workable and effective strategies that
provide farmers flexibility to adopt practices that work best on their farms.
The organization will fill a leadership role in developing professional
relationships and applications to secure additional resources for these
efforts from state and federal programs and from other stakeholders that
share common goals and objectives. It will be a facilitator of efforts, not an
implementer.
Why now?
The Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy is in its early implementation and
private support is critical to boost long-term investments and progress.
Farmers are committed to achieving quantifiable results in terms of
environmental performance. The IAWA is an example of the agricultural
community investing private resources to make a real and meaningful
impact on water quality to the benefit of all Iowans.
What is the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy?
The strategy is a science-based initiative to reduce nitrate and
phosphorous loads in Iowa waterways by 45 percent from point and
nonpoint sources. The coordinated, bi-partisan approach to reduce nutrient
loads is the most significant catalyst for improving environmental
performance in Iowa in a generation. State lawmakers overwhelmingly
approved $22.4 million to support the strategy in the spring of 2013.
Effective practices farmers are or can implement as part of the strategy are:
  Planting cover crops (31 percent nitrate reduction using rye)
  Installing bioreactors (43 percent nitrate reduction)
  Using nitrogen inhibitors (9 percent nitrate reduction)
  Using conservation tillage and no-till (33 percent and 90 percent
phosphorous reduction,
respectively)

 Restoring wetlands (52 percent nitrate reduction)
About the Iowa Corn Promotion Board:
About the Iowa Pork Producers Association: The IPPA serves as the trade
association for all Iowa pork producers. Its mission is to “promote and
educate for a sustainable, socially responsible, profitable and globally
competitive pork industry.” IPPA administers pork checkoff programs such
as promotion, research, education, consumer information, environmental
initiatives, market development and public relations/communications, and
serves as the public policy voice for Iowa hog farmers at the state and
national levels.
About the Iowa Soybean Association: The ISA develops policies and
programs that help Iowa’s more than 40,000 soybean farmers expand profit
opportunities while promoting environmentally sensitive production using
the soybean checkoff and other resources. The association was founded in
1964 and is governed by an elected volunteer board of 21 farmers. It
strives to be honest and transparent, fact- based and data driven and
committed to environmental stewardship, collaborations and partnerships.
For media inquiries:
Aaron Putze, APR
Communications Director, Iowa Soybean
Association aputze@iasoybeans.com | Cell: 515-975-4168 | Office: 515334-1099
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Here is what this is about!
The US EPA wrote to Iowa leadership requesting a
45% reduction of N an P export from Iowa
IDALS, DNR and ISU with help from the FB wrote the
Nutrient Reduction Strategy
Critics said it would not work
The RRWA board agreed to support the effort as long
as accountability was built in to insure that taxpayer
subsidies of farmers were having some effect on
water quality.
The legislature put millions in last year and $11 million
this year. Branstad vetoed the $11 million and then
producer groups headed by TNC’s Sean McMahon
said they would head up an effort to clean up Iowa’s
rivers.
Accountability is lacking regarding the NRS.
The Ag Alliance said this above “Farmers are committed to
achieving quantifiable results in terms of environmental performance.”
Sean McMahon while at the TNC was involved in extensive work in the
Boone River Watershed. TNC (The Nature Consevancy) paid some of the
cost of the Boone River United States Geological Survey monitor at
Webster City. It has been giving the public real time Nitrate measurements.
The TNC has pulled the funding for the monitor. TNC told me that the DNR
would pick it up since it was such an important instrument for collecting
credible data on water quality in the Boone. The DNR has said they will not
pick up the costs. The monitor is going down. So accountability, even
though Dr. John Lawrence (ISU) has received $3 million in state money for
assessment of the NRS, is still lacking.
Some History
The EPA wrote the following in a letter to Bill Northey and Chuck Gipp
regarding Iowa’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy:
“The strategy should explicitly establish how progress will be
monitored/measured. For example, will measurements be applied to the
quality of water leaving Iowa? We recommend evaluating existing data and
measures from state and federal agencies to develop indicators of success.
For example, since the NPSMP and nutrient reduction strategy goals are
the same-improving water quality-there are opportunities for similar/same
measures and joint reporting.
•
The draft strategy is unclear where nutrient reductions will be measured and/or
modeled as there are references to "edge of state" and "edge of watershed." Please
provide clarification about how and where nutrient reductions will be measured or
quantified. (Is there an inventory of nutrients entering/leaving Iowa?) “
The following excerpts are from the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy
http://www.nutrientstrategy.iastate.edu/sites/default/files/documents/NRSful
l-130529.pdf
“EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy is a science and technology-‐based
framework to assess and reduce nutrients to Iowa waters and the Gulf of
Mexico. It is designed to direct efforts to reduce nutrients in surface water
from both point and nonpoint sources in a scientific, reasonable and cost-‐
effective manner. “
“Accounting for the potential reduction from point sources, the target load
reductions for nonpoint sources is 41% of the statewide total nitrogen and
29% of the total phosphorus to meet the Gulf Hypoxia Action Plan goal.
Iowa has nutrient-‐rich landscapes and significant progress towards these
large nutrient reduction targets will take considerable time, effort and
funding sources.”
“Nonpoint sources account for 92% of the total nitrogen (TN) and 80% of
the total phosphorus (TP) entering Iowa streams annually. (Libra et al.,
2004). “ (p. 8)
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DVD available for teachers and libraries in the Watershed—free
What is a watershed? How does it work? How should we care for the
waterways? The answers pitched to 6th, 7th and 9th graders is available in a
DVD the RRWA is making from a VCR tape that was funded by a REAP
grant and prepared by the Walnut Creek Watershed Association. Free
copies are available for public and school libraries in the watershed.
Contact Mikedelaney1@mac.com
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Interesting Links:
Neonicitinoids:
From Mother Jones—Neonics in Iowa
http://m.motherjones.com/tom-philpott/2014/07/federal-agency-findsneonic-pesticides-midwestern-water
http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-27980344
Neonicitinoids in our rivers:
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/268650562.html
----Member’s Services
(Members: Send your business info: Mikedelaney1@mac.com --There is
no charge for this service to members.)
Antiques
Margaret Harden--Stitches in Time Antiques, 1201 2nd Street, Perry
Iowa 515-465-5504. Kitchen ware, ceramics, glass, books etc. “Dell and I
always end up buying something from this store.” Mike Delaney
Accommodations
Hotel Pattee, Perry, IowaMusic, Menus and Cookies
New and Updates from the Hotel Pattee
We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer. At the Hotel Pattee we
have been busy with music, cyclists, weddings and more. There is much
more on the horizon and we can't wait to share all news and events with
you.
THE MUSIC: This year we have had the pleasure of hosting talented
musicians, locally and nationally touring. John Craigie (Oct 19), you can get
tickets on the website. As well as the concert series, there is live music
scheduled most Friday and Saturday evenings, schedule is on our website.
Great weekend getaway for date night, girls weekend and vacation with
friends and family.
THE MENU:Chef Chris Case has updated our David
Milwaukee's Diner Menu with some fantastic new items including Jumbo
Crab Cakes, Asian Chicken Salad, Strawberry-Mango Salad, Lobster Roll,
Great Lakes Walleye, Irish Salmon, Penne Pasta Prima Vera and Lemon
Blueberry Pudding Cake to name a few.. If you are looking for a unique
dining experience book the Chef's Table. Seating for 10 with a custom 5
course dinner that you will be talking about for weeks. THE COOKIES:
The Iowa State Fair is having a special cookie contest with us, Jay and
Denise Hartz as the judges on August 7th. The cookie selected will become
the "Hotel Pattee's Cookie of the Year" and served to our guests as our
nightly treat. Good luck to all the contestants and may the best cookie win.
Look forward to seeing you soon at the Hotel Pattee,
Jay and Denise Hartz
and the Hotel Pattee team
Calendars
Raccoon River Phenology Calendars for 2015 and ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSULTING—Lee Searles, Leeward Solutions, LLC. Professional
photographer,www.leewardsolutionsllc.com, searleslr@msn.com, 515-9796457 “Lee is a generalist who is very knowledgeable about the central Iowa
ecosystem.
Books
Ty Smedes:
www.smedesphoto.com “Capturing Iowa’s Seasons” and “The Return
of Iowa’s Bald Eagles – 2nd Edition
FOOD
Inthebag-lunches
Corporate catering at it's finest! Breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers,
snacks and desserts are all on our menu at www.inthebaglunches.com You will see that our menu includes bag lunches as well as
hot and cold buffets. We pride ourselves on our customer service, quality
product and "on-time" delivery. INtheBAG has two other divisions - Eagles'
Wings River Retreat and INtheBAGexpressions.
History
Established in 1994.
In the fall of 1994, Mike Taylor started a small business of providing bag
lunches for corporate meetings. Since then, his company has grown into
providing hot and cold buffets, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Giving back to
the community was important to Mike. Every month a local charity is
highlighted in the INtheBAG newsletter. Every bag lunch has information
about that charity and 25% of their month's gratuity is donated to them.
Mike has added two divisions, INtheBAGexpressions and Eagles' Wings
River Retreat to serve his customers needs.
Meet the Business Owner
Mike T.Business Owner
Mike has enjoyed catering to the greater Des Moines area since 1994.
Prior to that he worked for Hallmark Cards. He and his wife Linda have one
daughter and live in Clive. Mike is very active in many philanthropies and
looks for ways to always serve his customers better. His passion is to help
the INtheBAG customers create their workplace into one that shows
gratitude to all it's employees.
HONEY—
Mary Hays—515-278-4541
-----Delaney’s Prairie Pure Honey
Seasonal honeys available:
Willow (spring), Clover (summer), Goldenrod (fall—not yet available—they
are working on it)
Mike Delaney 515-339-0438
Mikedelaney1@mac.com
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Jim Pease
We still have room on the January, 2015 trip to Costa Rica. Spread the
word. Thanks! Pease, James [NREM] jlpease@iastate.edu
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Delaney Travel Ireland Trip March 13 to 23, 2015
Travel Ireland Trip March 13 to 23, 2015
Mike Delaney and Dell Radcliffe of Delaney Travel LLC will
be leading their ninth trip to Ireland during spring break from
March 13 to 23. Galway City, the Aran Islands (optional), Cliffs of Moher,
St. Patrick’s Day in a small town in Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, Bunratty Castle
(optional), Blarney Castle, Drombeg Stone Circle, Cork City, the medieval
city of Kilkenny, Dublin with the Book of Kells and National Museum are
included in the tour guided by Mike Delaney (DMACC Emeritus Professor
of Sociology) who has studied Irish culture for 40 years and his wife, Dell
Radcliffe. The price of $2750 includes air fare and all transportation
including Irish luxury coach and guide, 9 nights double occupancy, 6
breakfasts and one three course Irish dinner with traditional music. College
credit in Global Studies will be available for those travelers who are
interested. For full itinerary please contact Mike or Dell at 515 277-3279 or
at Delaneytravel@aol.com The full itinerary is also available
at www.Delaneytravel.com We hope you will decide to join us!
Dell Radcliffe and Mike Delaney Delaneytravel@aol.com
Visit out webpage for photos of our trips.
515 277-3279
http://www.delaneytravel.com
Delaney Travel LLC, 1112 45th St.
Des Moines, IA. 50311
----------Whiterock Conservancy: a 5,000 acre non-profit nature area offering hiking,
camping, cottages, canoeing, fishing, event hosting and more along the
Middle Raccoon River near Coon Rapids (712) 6842964. http://www.whiterockconservancy.org
(Send in your promotional material to Mikedelaney1@mac.com. It’s all
good. We are creating a social and economic capital!)
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