Iowa has stories to tell: hard lessons learned from soil loss, compromised water quality, and fragmented natural systems, but also proven solutions built on knowing and doing better that are ready to scale up.

In Tending Iowa's Land, local researcher and writer Cornelia Mutel offers a collection of essays and personal stories from experts and everyday people that prove the challenges and explore the pathways to a regenerative future for our natural environment.

Help give voice to these stories on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., at the Lagoon Shelter House alongside the Iowa River, by signing up for a 20-minute shift to read a section of the book out load. Or come to be recharged by hearing others amplify these essays vocally and stick around to meet individuals and organizations helping put these principles into practice.

Sign up to read aloud at this Sign Up Genius page.