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7 Best Iowa State Parks for Adventurers

Are you hearty, healthy and raring for some fun? Check out these state forests, recreation areas and parks for some challenging and rewarding adventure ideas.

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What To Do If You Have Poison Ivy

There can’t be a worse feeling. The itch. The burn, almost sizzling at times. The ugly blotches and blisters on your arms, your legs...anywhere you contacted it

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7 More of Iowa's Best Hikes

Iowa offers incredible hikes in our state parks and forests whether you are looking to get away for a weekend or take in beautiful scenery with your family.

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6 Reasons You’re Not Catching Fish

Are you struggling to catch fish this summer? Here are some common reasons why you aren’t catching fish and tips for being more successful.

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Must-Have Summer Fishing Tips

Making plans for summer outings with family and friends this summer? Add fishing to your list. Try these simple tips to get you started.

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7 Tips to Prevent Drowning

Drownings affect a wide swath of outdoor users. As hotter summers push more Iowans toward water, drownings can increase. Many of these deaths are preventable.

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Wildlife Rehabbers: What it Takes

A summer storm. A crack of lightning. A thick tree limb crashes to the ground. From a cavity, once 20 feet above ground, high pitched “chirring” can be heard.

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Eight Historical CCC Parks in Iowa

Celebrate the CCC’s anniversary, March 31, by learning about these stand-out examples of CCC projects in Iowa.

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How to Build a Campfire [Tutorial]

If building a solid campfire has always eluded you, here are some simple tips to make sure your next campfire keeps blazing bright.