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EOH Explorer Series | Center Grove Orchard

Sometimes all it takes is an old photo to bring back a season of life. When Guest Explorer Lindsey came across pictures from visits to Center Grove Orchard near Cambridge,
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Explorer Series | Paddle Iowa: Why My Favorite View of the State Is From the Water

Paddle Iowa: Why My Favorite View of the State Is From the Water I LOVE WATER. I LOVE KAYAKING. Put the two together, add an Iowa river, a few friends,
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Beyond Kinnick: Make the Most of Your Hawkeye Football Weekend in Johnson County

There’s nothing quite like a Hawkeye football weekend. By Friday afternoon, Iowa City is buzzing. Fans dressed in black and gold fill the streets, restaurants are packed, and everyone is
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EOH Explorer Series | A Different View of the North Raccoon River

If signs that say River Access, One Lane Bridge, Gravel Ends or Level B Road make you want to turn instead of keep driving, I have an area of rural Iowa for
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From Barn to B&B: The Iowa Farm Story Behind Taylor Hill Lodge

Some places are more than a destination. They just feel like coming home. Long before Taylor Hill Lodge welcomed weekend retreats, weddings, and family reunions to Audubon County, the land
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EOH Explorer Series | Following Memories Through Northeast Iowa

Sometimes the best road trips aren’t about discovering somewhere new. They’re about returning to places that have been part of your story for years. Guest Explorer Lindsey recently spent the
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Evolution of the Heartland Newsletter

At Evolution of the Heartland, storytelling is at the center of everything we do. Our newsletters are an extension of that mission, bringing together authentic rural experiences, curated travel ideas, and community-driven stories from across Iowa. Take a look through past and current editions to get inspired and discover where your next journey might take you.

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