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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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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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Know Your Catch: How to ID Northern Pike and Muskies

Pikes and muskellunge are predatory prize fish any angler would love to catch. Check out these tips to identify what’s on your line and what to do about it,

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May 25, 2016
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Here's Why Skunk Smell is So Hard to Get Rid Of

Everything about a skunk says, “don’t mess with me.” Their distinctive black and white stripes show they don’t need to hide for safety.

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May 15, 2016
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7 Cool Things You Should Know About Squirrels

This nimble and common wildlife family is known for acrobatic tendencies and potential as a garden or birdfeeder thief. Learn more about your fuzzy neighbors.

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May 6, 2016
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7 Tips to Keep you Safe Outdoors in a Storm

It’s one thing to be caught half a block from homw in a thunderstorm. What do you do if a storm comes up suddenly when you are camping, hiking or boating?

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March 23, 2016
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Catfish with a Cajun Kick [Recipe]

Atlas World Grill is a veteran of the Iowa City food and drink scene, having served the campus community for more than 15 years.

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March 11, 2016
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Prepping Your Tackle Box for Spring Fishing

If this stretch of warmer weather has you itching for spring fishing, now is a great time to dust off the tackle box and prepare for a great fishing season.

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March 4, 2016
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Cool Things You Should Know About Golden Eagles

Once thought as wanderers from the Rocky Mountains and western states, research shows Iowa’s wintering golden eagles travel thousands of miles from far north.

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February 18, 2016

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