Iowa Public Television

 

About the Series

Iowa Outdoors is a new series produced by Iowa Public Television in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources that highlights outdoor recreation, environmental issues, conservation initiatives, and Iowa's outdoor natural resources.

Hosts

  • Scott   Siepker (Host)

    Scott Siepker

    Scott is a native of Mount Carmel, Iowa and graduate of Carroll High School. He earned a... Read more

  • Kellie  Kramer (Host)

    Kellie Kramer

    Kellie is originally from southwestern Indiana, but has happily called Des Moines home since 2002.... Read more

  • Amanda   Mullen (Host)

    Amanda Mullen

    Amanda, host from Season One, is an Ankeny, Iowa native. Having earned a B.A. in Performing... Read more

Recent Stories

Iowa Outdoors | Episode #302 (#302)

posted on April 25, 2013

Full Program: From the lens of one wildlife photographer to the handlebar view from our state's biking enthusiasts, we explore springtime in Iowa. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Iceboating on Clear Lake (301)

posted on March 1, 2013

We fly across the ice at on Clear Lake with a group of sailors who embrace freezing temperatures and chilly winds. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Nature Photographer Kip Ladage...

posted on March 1, 2013

Nature photographer Kip Ladage has a passion for nature photography and for sharing his pictures with others. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Learning About Birds of Prey (301)

posted on March 1, 2013

We go on an couple of outings where young people are given the opportunity to get up close with birds of prey. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Urban Trout Fishing (301)

posted on March 1, 2013

Anglers across the state are getting hooked on a DNR program that is putting trout in urban lakes. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Episode #301 (#301)

posted on February 8, 2013

Full Program: We strap in for the fastest ice-bound experience you’ll have all year on the frozen tundra of Clear Lake. We descend below the lake's surface to discover how the Iowa DNR is building the backbone of our state’s rainbow trout. We join young... More »

Iowa Outdoors | Pikes Peak (206)

posted on November 29, 2012

With its breathtaking view of the Mississippi River Valley Pikes Peak State Park could be one of the most photographed places in Iowa. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Decorah Eagle Update (206)

posted on November 29, 2012

Iowa Outdoors has an update regarding the Decorah eagle known as D1 and her tremendous journey. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Carl Kurtz, Photographer (206)

posted on November 29, 2012

Every fall naturalist, farmer and wildlife photographer Carl Kurtz harvests a field of dreams. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Pheasants Forever (206)

posted on November 29, 2012

The Iowa DNR and Pheasants Forever are working together to make sure upland game birds have a place in the Iowa environment by increasing and improving habitat. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Young Birders (206)

posted on November 29, 2012

Iowa's Young Birders is one of nineteen bird watching clubs within Iowa but the only one specifically for young people. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Episode #206 (#206)

posted on November 28, 2012

Full Program: It could be said that this edition of Iowa Outdoors is for the birds. We spend some time with a club that is on the lookout for young people who have and interest in bird watching. We get a birds-eye view of the state thanks to an Iowan who... More »

Iowa Outdoors | Power Gliders (206)

posted on November 21, 2012

It's a bird… It's a plane… No, it's Jason Jasnos, who shares a birds eye view of the Iowa landscape. More »

Iowa Outdoors | The Last River Rat (205)

posted on September 26, 2012

Known as the "Last River Rat" Kenny Salwey spent a large part of his life on the backwaters of the Mississippi River. Today he shares life lessons with the rest of the world. More »

Iowa Outdoors | Okoboji Yacht Club (205)

posted on September 26, 2012

Over the past three decades, sailing participation has decreased dramatically. But a youth program on Lake Okoboji hopes to create a new generation of sailors. More »