Iowa Outdoors
Episode #206
[28 minutes]
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Iowa Outdoors | Pikes Peak (206) (#206)
With its breathtaking view of the Mississippi River Valley Pikes Peak State Park could be one of the most photographed... 02:37
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Iowa Outdoors | Decorah Eagle Update (206) (#206)
Iowa Outdoors has an update regarding the Decorah eagle known as D1 and her tremendous journey. 04:44
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Iowa Outdoors | Carl Kurtz, Photographer (206) (#206)
Every fall naturalist, farmer and wildlife photographer Carl Kurtz harvests a field of dreams. 05:15
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Iowa Outdoors | Pheasants Forever (206) (#206)
The Iowa DNR and Pheasants Forever are working together to make sure upland game birds have a place in the Iowa... 03:15
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Iowa Outdoors | Young Birders (206) (#206)
Iowa's Young Birders is one of nineteen bird watching clubs within Iowa but the only one specifically for young people. 02:45
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Series Description: Iowa Outdoors is a series focusing on outdoor recreation, environmental issues, conservation initiatives, and Iowa’s outdoor natural resources.
Iowa Outdoors is a partnership between Iowa Public Television and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The six half-hour programs will be broadcast in high-definition on Iowa Public Television. The Iowa DNR annually publishes six issues of Iowa Outdoors magazine. Please visit www.iowadnr.gov for subscription information and visit www.iptv.org to find streaming video of Iowa Outdoors.
All Episodes
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Episode #101
The premiere episode of Iowa Outdoors brings viewers to frozen farm silos in northeast Iowa for a one-of-a-kind ice climbing experience, record-breaking ice fishing on Spirit Lake, pheasant restoration efforts across Iowa, and the beauty of fall migration at DeSoto Bend National Wildlife Refuge. Every edition of Iowa Outdoors will also offer how-to outdoor cooking recipes and nature photography tips from Iowa’s top wildlife shutterbugs. [28 minutes]
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Episode #102
Go cold water kayaking, study Iowa's deer population, and spend time with wildlife photographer Neil Rettig. [27 minutes]
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Episode #103
On our spring episode, we descend 100 feet underground into Cold Water Cave and witness the population rebound of prairie chickens in southern Iowa. [28 minutes]
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Episode #104
Pedal across the High Trestle trail in central Iowa, help the Iowa DNR spawn the next generation of fish on Spirit Lake, and go behind-the-scenes of the world famous Decorah eagle nest. [26 minutes]
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Episode #105
Iowa Outdoors takes viewers from the depths of Lake Okoboji with underwater photographer Lloyd Cunningham, to the skies above Northeast Iowa for the latest news regarding the Decorah eagles that have now left the nest. We also explore the beauty of Honey Creek Resort, paddle through Charles City on our state's brand new whitewater kayaking adventure and get some tips on how to cook pizza on the grill. [28 minutes]
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Episode #106
On the next episode of Iowa Outdoors, we enjoy the thrill of thermal flight on board a hot air balloon and explore the streams and scenic beauty of Decorah on the Trout Run Bike Trail. We find out how one photographer is using high dynamic range to share a panoramic view of the Iowa landscape. And Chef Jon Benedict shares the perfect meal for fall campers. [27 minutes]
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Episode #107
From floating high above Iowa to exploring caves deep below the surface, this episode of Iowa Outdoors takes a look back at its first season. [36 minutes]
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Episode #201
Brave the cold to cycle an icy Iowa tradition; visit Northeast Iowa's trout streams; journey back in time with a state park gateway; and gaze through the lens of a Iowa adventurer. [25 minutes]
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Episode #202
Fly through the treetops of Dubuque on Iowa's first zipline course, explore the aquatic life of the Mississippi River at an aquarium, and dig for morel mushroom tips from experts. [25 minutes]
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Episode #203
On the next episode of Iowa Outdoors we explore newly re-opened Maquoketa Caves State Park, kiteboard Rathbun Lake, paddle the environmental expedition PROJECT AWARE, and examine the macro photography of Cindy Skeie. [27 minutes]
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Episode #204
This episode examines an invasive species that could have a serious impact on Iowa's waterways, shares a view of the state's landscape as seen by photographer and author Larry Stone and tours Wildcat Den State Park where volunteers have worked for over 15 years to preserve and 1850s mill. We'll find out about an Outdoor Journey just for girls where everything from baiting a hook to firing a shotgun is learned [28 minutes]
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Episode #205
Meet the "Last River Rat," travel to the Lake Okoboji Yacht Club and Big Creek State Park, and discover how the 2012 drought has affected the state's water quality. [28 minutes]
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Episode #206
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Episode #301
[27 minutes]
- Mon, June 3, 8:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, June 3, 2:00 PM on IPTV Learns
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Episode #302
From the lens of one wildlife photographer to the handlebar view from our state's biking enthusiasts, we explore springtime in Iowa. [27 minutes]
- Mon, June 3, 8:30 AM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, June 3, 2:30 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, June 15, 8:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sun, June 23, 1:30 PM on IPTV
- Fri, June 28, 8:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, June 28, 2:00 PM on IPTV Learns
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Episode #303
[28 minutes]
- Sat, June 22, 7:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sun, June 23, 1:00 PM on IPTV
- Mon, June 24, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Fri, June 28, 8:30 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, June 28, 2:30 PM on IPTV Learns
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Episode #308
The best of three seasons showcasing Iowa's outdoor recreation, wildlife, and natural environments [38 minutes]