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Meet Iowa's smallest owl

What has bright yellow eyes, weighs less than a lemon, and winters in Iowa? The northern saw-whet owl!

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January 24, 2020
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2019's 10 fall favorite trout fishing streams

From easily accessible streams in state or county parks, to streams in Iowa’s most wild and remote natural spaces – there's a perfect spot for everyone.

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November 12, 2019
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What makes an animal albino?

If you’ve ever spotted an abnormally white critter, or taken notice of its pink eyes, you may have seen an albino animal!

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October 29, 2019
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6 cool things you should know about snapping turtles

Snapping turtles are Iowa’s largest turtle species, but they’re so much more than their tough demeanor.

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August 8, 2019
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6 cool things you should know about dragonflies

Dragonflies are fascinating bugs you can spot right here in Iowa. Check out these cool things you might not know about these insects:

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August 8, 2019
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Discover Adventure Along Iowa’s Scenic Backpacking Trails

Iowa’s state forests offer ultra-quiet, serene and scenic backpacking campsites.

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July 16, 2019
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5 Hidden Surprises at Wapsipinicon State Park

Wapsipinicon State Park is a hole-in-one. With the help of Park Manager Dennis Murphy, here’s five hidden surprises waiting to be explored at Wapsipinicon.

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July 3, 2019
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How to choose the right life jacket

Life jackets are a must for water safety. Finding the right fit can be tricky. Here’s some helpful tips to find the right life jacket for you and your family.

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June 26, 2019
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6 cool things you should know about flying squirrels

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a… Southern flying squirrel? Rarely spotted, these critters are Iowa’s smallest squirrels.

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June 5, 2019
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5 hidden surprises at Stone State Park

Nestled in northern Loess Hills overlooking the South Dakota and Iowa border, Stone State Park is rich in local history, diverse plant life and rugged terrain.

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May 23, 2019
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Is it okay to look in a bird's nest?

This time of year is very busy outdoors. Birds are in the process of building and rebuilding nests, sitting on eggs or taking care of their young.

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May 8, 2019
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6 hidden surprises at Dolliver Memorial State Park

Located along the Des Moines River just south of Fort Dodge, Dolliver Memorial State Park is packed with hidden gems and unique natural history.

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May 8, 2019
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Cool things you should know about jackrabbits

Once a well-known resident of Iowa’s grasslands, the white-tailed jackrabbit (Lepus townsendii) calls Iowa home in lower numbers today due to loss of habitat.

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March 5, 2019
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How to identify Iowa's eagles

Eagles are essentially massive hawks that are often seen perched in the open or soaring on very long broad wings.

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March 5, 2019
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Create your own backyard habitat oasis for Iowa’s songbirds

We can make any season a bit more manageable for Iowa’s songbirds with a few simple projects in the yard or on your acreage.

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February 28, 2019

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