Iowa's Simple Pleasures with Dan Kaercher
Kaleidoscope Factory, Clarinda A's Baseball, Honey Creek State Park Resort, Matchstick Marvels (#107)
Travel to Southwest Iowa for a baseball game played by volunteers; see amazing sculptures made from matchsticks in Gladbrook; relax in luxury while being one with nature at Honey Creek Resort State Park; visit a factory that makes kaleidoscopes in Pomeroy. Hosted by Dan Kaercher. [25 minutes]
This episode has not aired in the past few months on Iowa Public Television.
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Iowa's Simple Pleasures - Episode 107 (#107)
Full Program: Travel to Southwest Iowa for a baseball game played by volunteers; see amazing sculptures made from matchsticks in... 25:39
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Hickory Park, Ames, Iowa (#404)
Host Dan Kaercher devours some delicious barbecue and ice cream at Hickory Park, a popular restaurant in Ames. 06:59
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Two-Wheel Touring, Davenport, Iowa (#404)
Explore the Davenport area on a bike or a Segway along with host Dan Kaercher. 05:34
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Raccoon Ridge Archery, Stuart, Iowa (#405)
Join host Dan Kaercher as he hits the great Iowa outdoors and some 3D targets on an archery range in Stuart. 03:54
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Galleria de Paco, Waterloo, Iowa (#401)
Host Dan Kaercher enjoys elegant and delicious menu items under a unique replica of the Sistine Chapel ceiling. 06:14
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Series Description: Iowa's Simple Pleasures compiles eight “theme” programs taken from its first two seasons of traveling the state. Dan Kaercher criss-crossed Iowa to find one-of-a-kind retreats and resorts and quaint and vibrant communities that are a must see. He visited some unusual museums and exhibits, and found spectacular spectator sports from baseball to racing to rodeos. He also took the time for active endeavors such as biking, canoeing and playing a round of disc golf. Of course, one of his favorite activities is finding the best dining experiences in every corner of the state. He visited so many restaurants and wineries the last few years, that we were able to create two episodes on just food and wine!
All Upcoming Episodes
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Delicious Destinations #2
Host Dan Kaercher learns how Iowa's smallest brew pub makes its specialty beers, how a Grinnell couple turned a dilapidated bank on old highway 6 in Ladora into a fine wine and food bistro, and what... [28 minutes]
- Thu, May 24, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, May 26, 8:30 AM on IPTV
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Downtown Des Moines, Glenn Miller Museum, Sioux City Musketeers Hockey, Galleria de Paco Restaurant (#401)
Join host Dan Kaercher in a fresh new season of fun Iowa adventures! In this episode, Kaercher checks out the Sioux City Musketeers hockey team, dines on unique food in Waterloo under an... [29 minutes]
- Thu, May 31, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, June 2, 8:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, June 2, 12:00 PM on IPTV
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Canoeing/Kayaking & Toolesboro Indian Mounds, Archie's Waeside Restaurant, Terrace Hill, Sutliff Cider (#402)
From savoring a meal at a famous northwest Iowa steakhouse to canoeing a peaceful wildlife area in southeast Iowa, host Dan Kaercher happily hits the road to seek out Iowa’s best simple... [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 7, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, June 9, 8:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, June 9, 12:00 PM on IPTV
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Keokuk, Rusty Duck Restaurant, Villisca Axe Murder House, Hotel Blackhawk (#403)
Tag along as host Dan Kaercher digs for Iowa’s state rock in southeast Iowa, bites into one of Iowa’s best burgers at the Rusty Duck in Dexter, explores the Villisca Ax Murder House and finds a... [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 14, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, June 16, 8:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, June 16, 12:00 PM on IPTV
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Biking and Segway Riding, Mormon Trail & Museum, Trou Fishing, Hickory Park Restaurant (#404)
Climb aboard and explore Iowa’s simple pleasures with host, Dan Kaercher. In this episode, he rides two different types of wheels while touring the Quad Cities. Other stops include the Mormon... [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 21, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, June 23, 8:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, June 23, 12:00 PM on IPTV
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Raccoon Ridge Archery, Dan Gable Wrestling Museum, Fossil Gorge & Museum, The Inn at Battle Creek (#405)
Archery in Stuart, wrestling in Waterloo, fossils near Coralville and gourmet food at a bed and breakfast in Battle Creek highlight this episode. Join host Dan Kaercher as he finds interesting and... [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 28, 6:30 PM on IPTV
- Sat, June 30, 8:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, June 30, 12:00 PM on IPTV
Past Episodes
These episodes of Iowa's Simple Pleasures with Dan Kaercher aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
- Excellent Exhibitions (#307)
- Town Tourism (#306)
- Delicious Destinations #1
- Sporting Fun (#304)
- Delicious Destinations #2
- Touring Treasures (#303)
- Resorts and Retreats (#302)
- Active Endeavors (#301)
- Bev's on the River, Ballroom Dancing, Birding on the Mississippi River, The Raj (#206)
- Season 4 Sneak Peek (#407)