The 200-mile-long land formation known as the Loess Hills which comprises much of Iowa’s western border is subject of a new collaborative book. “On Common Ground: Learning and Living in the Loess ...

The Hitchcock Nature Center is in the heart of the Loess Hills of western Iowa. A major plan is in the works to enhance a recreational area in the Loess Hills of western Iowa. Crescent Hill at ...

Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Road Trip Iowa is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on ...

Stay local this summer by taking a day trip to one of the charming towns in Iowa. The Amana Colonies offer a glimpse of German heritage that makes up the seven scenic villages. Winterset brings charm, ...

See photos how Creighton studing how invasive plants are altering aquatic ecosystems in Iowa’s Loess Hills Creighton biology professor Joseph Phillips poses for a portrait next to an experiment he is ...

MILLS COUNTY, Iowa - The Loess Hills form a narrow band that borders the length of the Missouri River valley in western Iowa. They’re also home to Keith Callaway and others who are concerned about ...

Given the spread of autumn olive and Amur honeysuckle throughout the country, Phillips says the hope is that the research ...

Discover Iowa’s unique and natural landmarks on the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway. Journey along the rolling bluffs of Loess soil on the northern portion of the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway.

Nearly all along the western edge of Iowa are a unique rolling, rugged series of hills and bluffs known as the Loess Hills. They consist of finely ground silt windblown from deposits left by ...

Two Iowa state parks were recently noted for their beautiful views, joining a list that includes Cape Cod, Manhattan’s skyline, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. Pikes Peak State Park and the Loess ...