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6 tips for cool-weather camping

Late-summer and fall camping can be some of the best times to go, with cooler temperatures and gorgeous fall colors at the campground.

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September 23, 2016
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11 tips and tricks to handle “nuisance” wildlife responsibly

Rather than exterminating these common “nuisance” critters, use the following tips to avoid problems while preserving wildlife in your area.

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September 23, 2016
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9 Cool Things You Should Know About Ducks

Ducks are one of the most recognizable bird families in the world thanks to their funky webbed feet, colorful plumage and big bills.

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September 7, 2016
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7 Cool Facts to Know About Iowa Pelicans

You read that right, there are pelicans in Iowa! Hundreds spend their summers on Iowa wetlands, and large number nest on islands within the Mississippi River.

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September 1, 2016
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4 Invasive Species You Can Eat in Iowa

Many invasive species are tasty - eating them helps reduce further proliferation in the environment. Learn to identify wild edibles from an experienced forager.

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August 26, 2016
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4 Cool Things You Should Know About Trumpeter Swans

Trumpeter swans are majestic birds native to Iowa, but overhunting and habitat loss led to the last nesting pair being documented here in the 1880s.

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August 26, 2016
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Outdoor First Aid Tips for Dog Owners

According to a leading national survey, more than 54 percent of American households have a dog, and nearly 78 million dogs are pets across the nation.

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August 24, 2016
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7 Cool Ways to Cut Your Summer Energy Use

As summer warms up, it’s easy to crank up the air conditioning to beat the heat. Check out these tipsto keep your home’s temperature low and your bills lower.

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August 16, 2016
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7 Tips for Starting a Backyard Pollinator Garden

Small animals, including insects and hummingbirds, are responsible for the processes that bring us cotton for clothes to the strawberries in the supermarket.

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August 11, 2016
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4 Lures That Walleye Can’t Resist

Elusive and defiant, walleye have duped even the most determined fanatics for decades. Struggle no more to wrangle in these clever beasts with these tips.

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August 10, 2016
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4 Cool Things You Should Know About Mussels

Most people have seen the empty shell of a clam or mussel, but significantly fewer have seen the actual animals that live in there.

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July 15, 2016
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6 best bass baits and lures for summer

Not many gamefish have captivated the gaze of avid anglers like the bass. No matter when, where, or what you’re fishing in, consider using these foolproof baits

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July 8, 2016
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A Day’s Worth of Dynamite Dutch Oven Dining

Enjoy a day’s menu of good food and camaraderie of the campfire ring with these meal-time suggestions.

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June 27, 2016
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4 Quick Ways to Tell A Wolf from a Coyote

Look for the tell-tale traits below to know just what canine you’ve spotted – it may be rarer than you think.

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June 8, 2016
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7 Cool Things You Should Know About Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds are some of the most distinctive birds to see in Iowa – if your eyes can keep up. Look for them over the summer; you might even see a rare species.

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June 2, 2016

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