A group of Iowa birding enthusiasts have spent much of the past decade fighting to preserve a piece of Althea Sherman's conservation legacy. Tucked into a corner of the Cedar River valler in eastern Iowa, this chimney swift tower is bringing back the birds and interest in one of Iowa's premiere ornithalogists.
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EP 804 | Iowa Outdoors
May 23, 2018 | 27 min
Race through the trails near Elkader in northeast Iowa, follow the efforts of birders to rebuild a lasting conservation legacy and examine the impact of chronic wasting disease on the Iowa deer population.
Julian Dubuque Monument | Iowa by Air
May 23, 2018 | https://youtu.be/bwrMEvdqzuY
Take a sweeping view of Dubuque's Julian Dubuque Monument in the Mines of Spain.
Motor Motor 5k Run
May 23, 2018 | 8 min
The Turkey River Valley provides a perfect vistas for experiencing the outdoors and learning all it has to offer. But it also a great backdrop for a competitive five kilometer race.
Chronic Wasting Disease
May 23, 2018 | 6 min
Deer are among the most abundant wildlife in Iowa, and one of the major game species targeted by hunters. That makes them a valuable part of the Iowa economy, too. But a fatal disease called chronic wasting disease has been found in Iowa's wild deer population and could threaten it. The Iowa DNR is asking the public to help keep the disease from spreading.
Preperation Canyon State Park | Trail-in-a-Minute
May 23, 2018 | https://youtu.be/mnyAQwYDG3o
Take a virtual hike up through the challenging hills of Preparation Canyon State Park.