Natural resources specialist highlights conservation diversity

Benjamin Herrold
Jun 28, 2025
Jun 28, 2025

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Gina Buelow is the natural resources field specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She works statewide to support counties in implementing the Master Conservationist program. She is the coordinator for the Safe Mushroom Foraging Program. Her areas of expertise include conservation and sustainability, as well as wildlife conservation.

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