This past month has been one of remembering the stunning events that led up to the incredible floods we had in Iowa June 2009. So, now, the rain is falling…again…we are no where close to any flooding, but just the sound, while lovely because the rain is soft and soaking in, un-nerves us.
Archive for the ‘Floods of 2008’ Category
The Rain in Spain…rather Iowa…falls mainly….
Posted in Floods of 2008 on June 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Remember Iowa’s Deep Waters – The Need Continues
Posted in Flood 2008 Recovery, Floods of 2008 on January 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
People from across the country have asked recently how we are doing since the flood. The most usual question runs something like this: “How are things, there? You about all back in place?” This question while well meant, demonstrates a profound lack of understanding of what floods do. This particular series of rains that created [...]
Flood Recovery II
Posted in Flood 2008 Recovery, Floods of 2008 on June 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“Any river is really the summation of the whole valley. To think of it as nothing but water is to ignore the greater part.” Hal Borland, This Hill, This Valley Naturalist, Margaret Wolter, wrote this prophetic quote on the white board at the Nature Center to thank volunteers for their help with programs this spring [...]
Now the Work Begins
Posted in Cedar Rapids, Floods of 2008 on June 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
As flood waters recede, crews are going in to inspect areas and home and business owners are impatiently waiting on the sidelines. The early stages of the grief process are in full force – anger. Yet, if people can step back, take a breath and realize we are all working together for resolution, perhaps we [...]
The Year of the River
Posted in Floods of 2008, ICNC on June 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
What irony! 2008 was declared “The Year of the River” and all sorts of plans to feature and highlight the Cedar River were planned. The Paddle Club even set up meetings at the Nature Center to help connect folks who like to canoe or kayak but who may not have partners to do this muscle [...]
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