outdoor recreation

The Des Moines Register documentary Shift: The RAGBRAI Documentary premieres this weekend, sharing the stories of riders ahead of the ride's 50th anniversary.

The spring bird migration is well underway. Expert birders return to the show to discuss the species that are returning to Iowa and others that are passing through.

Kentucky Bluegrass is a popular choice for homeowners wanting a traditional green lawn, but it doesn't offer a habitat and requires more water than other lawn alternatives.

A book by a former solicitor under President Bill Clinton tells the story of how the U.S. government came to own a third of the nation's land — areas like Yosemite and Yellowstone that are maintained for recreation, education and conservation.

Retirement can seem like an indefinite vacation to some and a dreaded end to a decades-long career to others. On this Talk of Iowa, experts share what goes into the decision to retire and how to do it well.

The winter of 1918 was brutal, not for the weather, but because the world was in the grips of an influenza pandemic that took at least 50 million lives worldwide.

In her new book, an Iowa mother shares a story of her son's survival in the San Bernardino Mountains and the days of waiting and worry as the search was underway.

The winter may send humans indoors and many birds down south, but the season still has many birding opportunities to offer.

The Eurasian watermilfoil was detected in the Iowa Great Lakes last month. Now, the DNR is getting started on a plan to eradicate the rapidly growing invasive species before it spreads.

Award-winning author Alexander Maksik discusses his latest novel, and guests from Good Neighbor Iowa discuss the pros of chemical-free lawn care.