Rich and malty with strong flavors of rich, donut shop coffee.
Proceeds from this beer support organizations working to protect and restore freshwater ecosystems and promote environmental conservation across the Midwest.
How Wade Wisely Got It's Name
Every autumn across the Driftless Area, brook and brown trout work tirelessly to create and guard their spawning beds, called redds. It's important these areas not be disturbed, as wading through a single redd can crush hundreds of eggs. The next time you're on the stream please take your time to read the water, move slowly, and most importantly, Wade Wisely.
Artwork by Brian Ingram
How It All Started
The Driftless Flyathlon brings the epic combo of fly fishing, trail running, and craft beer to northeastern Iowa. The course consists of a 4.4 mile (mostly flat) trail run, with opportunities to catch rainbow trout, brown trout, and the Iowa native brook trout.
Over the years, Driftless Flyathlon has been instrumental in funding a range of projects across Iowa’s Driftless region. From water quality improvements at Paint Creek to habitat restoration at Casey Springs, efforts have been made to revitalize native Brook Trout and wild Brown Trout populations. Additionally, enhancements to facilities at Yellow River State Forest have benefited all who enjoy its recreational offerings. Thanks to the dedication of Driftless Flyathlon participants and supporters, these initiatives are preserving and revitalizing the local environment while promoting long-term conservation efforts.
2026 Grant Recipients
Table to Table
Table to Table bridges the gap between abundance and hunger. Our mission is to increase food equity and reduce environmental harm by collecting and redistributing surplus food through partners to people who can use it. We envision a more just and less wasteful food system where nutritious, desirable, and culturally meaningful food is accessible to all.
For more information, visit table2table.org
TRAIL of Johnson County
TRAIL of Johnson County is powered by volunteers to help older adults live and age with support, safety, and connection in the places they call home by providing tools and resources for active independent living.
For more information, visit trailofjohnsoncounty.org
Catherine McAuley Center
The Catherine McAuley Center, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a Place of Welcome where adult learners are welcomed to class, refugees and immigrants are welcomed to the community, and women experiencing homelessness and trauma are welcomed home. More than 500 individuals participate in education and support services at CMC each year.
For more information, visit cmc-cr.org
Matthew 25
Matthew 25, an independent, local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, began in 2006 to help strengthen and elevate neighborhoods on the west side of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Matthew 25 works to improve the health of people and neighborhoods by investing in quality affordable housing, healthy food, educational opportunities, and community building.
For more information, matthew-25.org
City Sprouts
Omaha City Sprouts is an urban farm, community garden and education center that teaches, practices, and grows sustainability. Through hands‐on learning, community gardens, and farm‐based programs, we equip people with the skills to grow food, steward the land, and build a more resilient Omaha.
For more information, visit omahasprouts.org
Youth Emergency Services
Youth Emergency Services (YES) is the only organization in Omaha with the sole missionof helping homeless and at-risk youth. YES provides critically needed resources and support to youth who are experiencing homelessness or near-homelessness. Through a variety of programs and services, YES empowers youth to become self-sufficient and confident, with the skills needed to transition successfully into adulthood.
For more information, visit yesomaha.org
Annie's Foundation
Annie’s Foundation began as a small group of moms responding to book removals in their kids’ schools. Our mission: To ensure that members of our community have unhindered access to books with characters and subjects that reflect the diversity and complexity of the world around them. Today, we are a nine-member board —including parents, community advocates, and a college student — working across Iowa to protect access to books and ideas. More than 22,000 free books have reached readers across Iowa — and we’re just getting started.
For more information, visit anniesfoundation.com
Holding Tiny Hands
Holding Tiny Hands Foundation supports NICU families by providing compassionate care, essential resources, and meaningful connections to community support. Through partnerships with local hospitals in Central Iowa, we empower parents tonavigate the NICU journey with strength, confidence, and hope.
For more information, visit holdingtinyhands.org