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DNR @ the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug 13-23, 2026

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Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Iowa State Fair? Don't forget to stop by our DNR building located near the west entrance of the fairground, 9am-8pm.

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This is What the Fox Says (and Other Cool Things About Foxes)

Foxes live all over the world, and Iowa is home to two of those species. How well do you know them?

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October 9, 2015
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Iowa's Sought-after Mystery Fruit: The Pawpaw

Called the “Indiana banana,” “custard apple” and other handles, the pawpaw (Asimina triloba) tree grows through the southeast and lower Midwest.

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September 22, 2015
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6 Cool Things You Might Not Know About Raccoons

Whether you call them trash bandits or just ‘coons, most everyone in Iowa has met this prominent Midwest mammal. See how well you know your local masked bandit.

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September 22, 2015
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How to Identify Iowa’s Poisonous Plants

“Leaves of three, let it be.” Many of us had this mantra drilled into us as children, and we continue to repeat it when we venture into the woods today.

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September 21, 2015
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Iowa's Best Hikes for Fall

Iowa – offers some incredible hikes in our state parks and forests, especially in fall.

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September 10, 2015
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5 Cool Things You Might Not Know About Otters

While assorted species of otters live on all but two continents, the only species we have in Iowa today is the North American river otter.

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September 9, 2015
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11 Extinct Animals You Didn’t Know Were Iowan

As the eons have seen many species come and go across the globe, you may be surprised by some of the species that once called what we now know as Iowa home.

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September 9, 2015
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Monarchs Embark on Nature’s Most Incredible Migration

As the days grow shorter and fall approaches, newly emerged monarch butterflies become restless.

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September 9, 2015
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Helpful Identification Guides for Iowa Plants, Wildlife

If you like to know the name of the spider on your porch or what that prairie-looking flower is in your garden, you’ll appreciate these identification resources

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September 9, 2015
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6 Things You Might not Know About Iowa's Turtles

Whether they walk on land or paddle in the river, the 13 species of turtles in Iowa are more complex than meets the eye. See how much turtle trivia you know.

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September 8, 2015
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What's The Best Time of Day to Catch Fish?

Anglers may argue about the best bait to catch our finned friends. Not unlike most humans, weather conditions affect the behavior of our aquatic acquaintances.

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September 2, 2015
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7 Ways to Attract Songbirds to Your Yard

Creating a songbird habitat in your yard is a great way to get nature to come to you. Check out these tips and tricks for making your yard as homey as possible.

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September 2, 2015
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4 Hidden Surprises at Ledges State Park

Ledges State Park may be one of the most popular parks in the state. How well do you know it? Check out this list of lesser- known park perks and attractions.

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September 1, 2015
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Why Do Snakes Shed Their Skin?

While humans “shed” millions of skin cells every day, snakes and other animals shed a layer of skin in one continuous piece, a process called ecdysis.

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August 25, 2015
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9 Hidden Surprises at Backbone State Park

Backbone is one of Iowa’s largest state parks with more than 2,000 acres. Do you know all the surprises it has to offer? Check out the these attractions.

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August 20, 2015

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