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National Geographic celebrates 125 years of exploration

1964 | TANZANIA A touching moment between primatologist and National Geographic grantee Jane Goodall and young chimpanzee Flint at Tanzania's...
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Nature Walk: House Finch

Birds often remain motionless in heavy cover for protection. In this case, one wonders if this house finch realized just...
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Exploring Iowa: Wickiup Hill

Photo by Gary Hamer With 700-plus acres and 1,000 more of adjoining conservation land along the Cedar River Greenbelt in...
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Around Iowa: Snowshoe Hiking & KinderNature

Snowshoe Hiking - Saturday, January 19 Take the day off and enjoy a beautiful snowshoeing adventure through the gorgeous Loess...
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Five Facts About Bald Eagles

Photo by Ty Smedes The bald eagle has become an iconic symbol of all things American. Though the eagles’ populations...
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Nature Walk: Rime Ice

Rime ice or rime frost is a common winter event. Its formation occurs when water droplets from ground fog make...
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DIY: Hanging K-Cup Planters

In the last few years, single cup coffeemakers like the Keurig have become increasingly popular, but throwing away a plastic...
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Around Iowa: Breakfast with the Birds & Basket Making

To keep all of our dedicated nature lovers better informed about the events occurring in their communities each weekend, we’ve...
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IPR: When Conservation Pays

Lindsey Price and her father Bob Price in Burwell, Nebraska. Photo from Iowa Public Radio At the Iowa Natural Heritage...
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Cedar River Watershed Project: Innovative Farmer

Written by Larry Stone ROWLEY, IA – Dick Sloan loves to ask questions: Where did that pair of killdeers nest?...
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Study: Nature improves brain health

We all know that staying active is good for your body – but a new study proves that outdoor physical...
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Nature Walk: Frosty Autumn Leaves

Despite frosty temperatures autumn leaves may regain their rich vibrant colors when covered by wet melting snow. As habitat they...
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