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Iowa urban tree identification guide

Learn more about urban tree identification from the Department of Natural Resources.

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April 25, 2024
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Iowa raptor identification guide

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s — well, in our case, it’s actually probably a bird. It could even be a raptor.

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March 1, 2023
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5 more of Iowa's best winter hikes

We couldn’t stop at just six awesome winter hikes - here are five more Iowa State Parks that offer awesome winter experiences from hikes and beyond.

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January 23, 2023
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6 of Iowa's best winter hikes

Here are a few Iowa state parks that make bundling up worth it for the memories made, whether it's in your hiking boots or snowshoes, or maybe on skis!

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January 19, 2023
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7 hidden surprises at Wildcat Den State Park

Packed with historical, geological and natural wonders, Wildcat Den State Park near Muscatine has surprises around every bend.

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October 13, 2021
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Make the most of your winter hike

Ready to get back on the trails once the cold snap lifts for some fresh air and excellent winter hiking in Iowa State Parks?

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February 16, 2021
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Reel in these new fish recipes

If you’re looking for a new way to eat those Iowa fish you've caught, here are some great ideas:

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September 16, 2020
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Best Iowa State Parks for hiking, adventuring and more

Are you looking for fun ways to spend time active outdoors? Here are some of our top picks for things to do in Iowa's state parks:

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August 20, 2020
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8 steps to building a better campfire

Camping isn’t complete without the fire, but getting it started doesn’t have to be a tricky process. Here are some tips to build a successful fire:

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July 15, 2020
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5 cool things you should know about walleye

With their slender bodies and sharp teeth, walleye are an angler’s favorite. Here are five cool facts about these gilled guys:

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June 23, 2020
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5 tips for picking the right tree for your yard

If you’re thinking of branching out and adding a new tree to your yard, here are five things to keep in mind:

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May 19, 2020
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6 tips for soaking up more stormwater in your yard

Ways to soak up more water in your yard to help prevent erosion and flooding in your lawn and home and keep polluted runoff from going down the storm drains.

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April 20, 2020
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8 cool things you should know about peregrine falcons

It’s spring, and one of Iowa’s most fascinating and rare birds of prey is currently getting down to the serious business of nesting!

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April 14, 2020
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7 Iowa Wildlife Comebacks

In the last few centuries, a number of Iowa wildlife species have been extirpated from the state - but some have seen successful comebacks, too.

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March 2, 2020
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8 cool things you should know about Canada geese

Canada geese can be seen all across Iowa. These big birds, who can be spotted flying in their well-known V formations, have some pretty interesting features.

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February 24, 2020

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