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Monday, April 01, 2013
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Monday, March 25, 2013
Kayak fishing growing in popularity Article from The Palm Beach Post
Here's an Article from The Palm Beach Post "Kayak Fishing Growing In Popularity"
We too, are experiencing growth in Kayak fishing on the Yellow River which runs through our log cabin resort and campground, The Natural Gait, located in NE Iowa.
The Yellow River, which empties into the Mississippi River above Marquette, IA, has long been a favorite kayaking spot for families, often stopping along beaches and shoreline to fish.
Join The Natural Gait for our 4th Annual Kayak Event on July 20, 2013 for Kayaking, Music, Food and good old fashioned fun or try Kayak Fishing! The Natural Gait 4th Annual Kayak Event
Tuesday, March 05, 2013
The Natural Gait will be at CANOECOPIA The world's largest paddlesport exposition! March 8 - 10, 2013
The Natural Gait will be at CANOECOPIA The world's largest paddlesport exposition! March 8 - 10, 2013
March 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2013
TNG - Booth F1
The Natural Gait at
CANOECOPIA
119 Alliant Energy Way
Madison, WI
Show Hours
Friday, March 8th 4-9pm
Saturday, March 9th 9-6pm
Sunday, March 10th 10-5pm
See us at booth F1 for your discount!
Can't make it to Canoecopia?
Make sure to join us for the
4th Annual
July 20th (at the Lower Gait)
Music, Food, Fun, Surprises
Keep an Eye on the Events Page
on our website for updated info
on all of our events!
Start Planning Your Spring or Summer Vacation Now!
Make memories with a trip to The Natural Gait.
Call NOW and make your reservations!
Howard and Donna Bright
1878 Old Mission Drive
Harpers Ferry, IA 52146
877-776-2208 or email us at ntrlgait@acegroup.cc
Friday, March 01, 2013
The Natural Gait Campground Hosts Wanted
The Natural Gait Campground Hosts Wanted
May - October
Two week minimum commitment
As a campground host, you serve as a "live-in" ambassador for The Natural Gait facility.
* Set an example by being model campers
* Practice good housekeeping
* Obey all campground rules and regulations
* Greet visitors and hand out information
* Clean campsites & pick up litter
* Replace restroom supplies
* Let park staff know about potential problems
* Have your own RV or trailer
* Like people and be courteous, outgoing and helpful to people of all ages
* Physically capable of completing duties
* willing to volunteer varied days and hours
Horses are Welcome!
For more information call 563.535.7314 or email: ntrlgait@acegroup.cc
The Natural Gait, LLC
The Natural Gait Website
1878 Old Mission Drive
Harpers Ferry, Iowa 52146
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
News Release Global Great Backyard Bird Count Shatters Records
February 21, 2013--From Antarctica to Afghanistan, bird watchers from 103 countries made history in the first global Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), February 15–18, 2013. In the largest worldwide bird count ever, bird watchers set new records, counting more than 25.5 million birds on 120,000+ checklists in four days—and recording 3,144 species, nearly one-third of the world’s total bird species. The data will continue to flow in until March 1.
Building on the success of the GBBC in the United States and Canada for the past 15 years, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Audubon, and Bird Studies Canada opened the count to the rest of the world for the first time this year, powered by eBird, a system that enables people to report birds globally in real-time and explore the results online. Bird watchers are invited to keep counting every day of the year at www.eBird.org.
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| Common Redpoll by Missy Mandel, Ontario, 2013 GBBC |
“This is a milestone for citizen science in so many respects—number of species, diversity of countries involved, total participants, and number of individual birds recorded. We hope this is just the start of something far larger, engaging the whole world in creating a detailed annual snapshot of how all our planet’s birds are faring as the years go by.”
Audubon Chief Scientist Gary Langham:
“People who care about birds can change the world,” said Audubon chief scientist Gary Langham. “That’s why this year’s record-setting global participation is so exciting. Technology has made it possible for people everywhere to unite around a shared love of birds and a commitment to protecting them.”
Other Key Preliminary Findings:
Top 5 Most Reported Species (reported on highest number of checklists): Northern Cardinal; Dark-eyed Junco; Mourning Dove; Downy Woodpecker; House Finch
Top 5 Most Common Birds (most individuals reported): Snow Goose; Canada Goose; Red-winged Blackbird; European Starling; American Coot
Finch Invasion: A massive number of northern finch species moved into the U.S. including the Common Redpoll, reported in a record 36 states. Scientists believe these periodic movements are related to natural fluctuations in crops of conifer cones and other seeds in Canada.
Hurricane Sandy: The weather system that caused Sandy's landfall also blew some European birds to North America and evidence of this is still showing up in GBBC results. The colorful, crested Northern Lapwing was reported in Georgia, New Jersey, and Massachusetts during the GBBC.
GBBC First: A Red-flanked Bluetail has wintered at Queens Park, Vancouver, and was also reported for the GBBC’s first record ever. This British Columbia bird has been drawing bird watchers from all over the U.S. and Canada hoping to see this rarity. This little thrush is one of the only birds in the world with a striking blue tail and is native to Asia; the other GBBC report of this species this year was from Japan.
For more information, visit www.birdcount.org.
The Great Backyard Bird Count is made possible in part thanks to founding sponsor Wild Birds Unlimited.
Contacts:
Pat Leonard, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, 607-254-2137, pel27@cornell.edu
David J. Ringer, Director, Media Relations, National Audubon Society, Office 212-979-3062 / Mobile 601-642-7058, dringer@audubon.org
Dick Cannings, Bird Studies Canada, 250-493-3393 (Pacific Coast time), dcannings@birdscanada.org
Article From Great Backyard Bird Count Website
Bird Watching You can watch the birds at The Natural Gait from where ever you might be setting or standing! The birds know they are welcome and safe at The Natural Gait. You can find Bald Eagles soaring above and Mourning Doves walking under the feeders! Many species of birds call The Natural Gait home. Visit Our Website The Natural Gait Birding for More info on Bird Watching
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
[Wren Song] 90 Article The Travelling Wildflife Gardener
What a week! I think I had a very successful talk at the Longwood Gardens Today’s Horticulture Symposium on Friday. I got a lot of positive feedback from both the conference organizers as well as many audience members.
I also got to meet for the first time in person my team member Suzanne Dingwell. I’ve known her for years “online” but it was so exciting to get to spend some time with her during this conference.
And I shared a wonderful lunch with one of my biggest fans, Damon Morris and other members of the Mount Cuba Center staff. All in all a wonderful day!
I’m getting ready for my grand birding adventure in Trinidad and Tobago, such an exciting way to spend my 20th anniversary, but this week I also got invited to participate in a FAM tour to Guatemala, another wonderful birding adventure in such a beautiful place! (A FAM tour is when the tourist bureau or other organizations bring you to their country to familiarize you with the many wonderful things to see so that you’ll help to promote them).
This particular tour will be led by some of the best birders in Guatemala where I’ll get to see many of “our” birds in their winter habitats, as well as get to know many of the gorgeous birds who reside in Guatemala year round. I am so excited! Two tropical birding vacations in less than a month. Yippee!!!
And many, many thanks to the nature angels who have donated so many wonderful books and other supplies to the classroom I’ve adopted to teach them about birds, nature, and other wildlife. You have truly blessed my life as well as enriched the lives of the students in my class (an inner city 4th through 6th grade special assistance classroom who have very few resources for learning. Thank You!!!
By Carole Sevilla Brown
From the Ecosystem Gardening Website
Many People come to The Natural Gait to Enjoy Bird Watching If You Would Like to Be 1 Please Click on Our Website Bird Watching at The Natural Gait
Many people come to The Natural Gait to enjoy bird watching
Tuesday, February 05, 2013
Quick Tips to Attract Winter Birds
While offering food, water and shelter and taking steps to make your backyard safe for birds will attract a good winter flock, there are other quick steps you can take to ensure you have a steady stream of winter visitors.
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| Goldfinch |
Leave leaf litter in place in your yard for the food, water and shelter it can provide overwintering birds.
Choose bird-friendly landscaping that includes a selection of sheltering evergreen plants as well as plants that will provide fruit for a natural winter food source.
Offer a variety of foods at your backyard feeders to attract the greatest number of bird species to your buffet. By providing for birds' basic needs as seasons change, it can be easy to attract birds to your yard in winter so you can enjoy their company even when the weather is at its worst.
For More Information on Bird Watching Visit Our Website At The Natural Gait Where Nature Plays & Your Heart Sings!
Thursday, December 06, 2012
Happy Holidays from The Natural Gait in Beautiful Northeast Iowa
Check out our Cabins or Bunkhouses at The Natural Gait
All the best to you and your family this holiday season,
Howard and Donna Bright
The Natural Gait, LLC
563-535-7314
The Natural Gait Website
TNG Happenings Website
TNG Horse Happenings
TNG Mercantile Website
Tuesday, December 04, 2012
The Natural Gait Trout Fishing on the Yellow River in Iowa On Thanksgiving Day Video
20 + Inch Nice Brown Trout caught at The Natural Gait on the Yellow River in Northeast Iowa on Thanksgiving Day.
Come visit us and we'll Show You the Hottest Fishing Spots!
The perfect place for a nature getaway!
Log Cabin Lodging and Camping in Northeast Iowa
Enhance your vacation adventure: fishing, bird watching,
hammock time, hiking, canoeing,
boating, horse trail riding, snowmobiling or
just plain exploring.
We're here for you.
It’s Your Time.
Call NOW 877-776-2208
Monday, November 12, 2012
The Natural Gait Last Minute Getaway! Nov. 1st - Nov, 20th, 2012 on Cabins Stays
Howard & Donna Say "We Have Cabins Open!" Call Today to Reserve Your Getaway 563-535-7314 or email: Ntrlgait@acegroup.cc
Last Minute Deals
Getaway Before Winter Sets In
Offers Good Nov. 1st - 20th, 2012
Cabin Stays Only
Offer 1-50% Off Sunday - Thursday Night Stays 2 night minimum
Offer 2-Stay Friday & Saturday night Receive a Coupon for 50% off a Future Sunday - Thursday Cabin Stay. Use yourself or give to a friend. Must be used by 09/01/2013
Enjoy the trails, fishing, or a warm fire at night!
Call 563-535-7314 for details
The Natural Gait The Natural Gait Website
Gift Certificates Available
Certificates Good For Lodging or Merchandise
877-776-2208
Email: ntrlgait@acegroup.cc
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
The Birth of a Butterfly Youtube Video by jamesmenful
Background music by longzijun
The Birth of a Butterfly You Tube Video
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Don't Miss The Natural Gait's MOONLIGHT Ride Oct. 26, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Don't Miss The Natural Gait's MOONLIGHT Ride Oct. 26, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Nothing better than a peaceful ride through the night with a full moon shining above.
Call Linda at 877-776-2208 for further information, pricing and to Register. Stalls, Cabins, Bunkrooms & Camping also available for Rent.
Training on the Trail with Terri Jordan Oct. 23-24, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Training on the Trail with Terri Jordan Oct. 23-24, 2012 at The Natural Gait in Beautiful NE Iowa
Get ready to learn - moving and controlling the 5 body parts of the horse, gaining respect, applying these principals to trail riding, controlled catastrophe strategies, building confidence and more....
Versatility Clinic with Terri Jordan Oct. 20-21, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Versatility Clinic with Terri Jordan Oct. 20-21, 2012 at The Natural Gait in Beautiful NE Iowa
Call Linda at 877-776-2208 for further information, pricing and to Register. Stalls, Cabins, Bunkrooms & Camping also available for Rent.
Horsemanship Fall Tune Up with Terri Jordan - Oct. 5, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Horsemanship Fall Tune Up with Terri Jordan - Oct. 5, 2012 at The Natural Gait in Beautiful Northeast Iowa
Working on Respect, Fear, Desensitizing, Control and Individual Issues.
Call Linda at 877-776-2208 for further information, pricing and to Register. Stalls, Cabins, Bunkrooms & Camping also available for Rent.
The Natural Gait
TNG Horse Happenings
TNG Happenings
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Weekend Special At The Natural Gait Now Through Sept. 27th, 2012
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Camping Special
Reserve 2 nights - Pay for 1
Offer good until September 27th
Call now to reserve your spots - we have space at the Upper or Lower Campgrounds!
Have a private lesson on your horse or one of ours.
Lesson Packages also available.
Don't Miss...
Cave Concert Featuring Switchback
Saturday September 22nd
The Natural Gait
Howard and Donna Bright
1878 Old Mission Drive
Harpers Ferry, IA 52146
Call NOW and make your reservations!
877-776-2208 · 563-535-7314
or email us at
ntrlgait@acegroup.cc
Friday, September 07, 2012
Kayaking on The Yellow River in Beautiful NE Iowa
Whoever thought that people would be attracted to Northeast Iowa just to go kayaking. Every year a group of people, sometimes up to 20 of them flock to Northeast Iowa’s Yellow River. Iowa, known for cornfields is seldom thought of as a great place to kayak. Low and behold in a remote region of Iowa that is full of limestone bluffs, valleys, trees and scenery beyond belief with eagles and vultures flying overhead, there is a clear stream with rainbow and brown trout and smallmouth bass. The Yellow River has the steepest vertical elevation fall of any river in Iowa.
Your launch may be at a bridge called 16, a name that was given to a small community that existed there in the late 1800’s. Spend four hours on the Yellow River, stopping to fish or have a shore lunch with friends on a hot July day and you would swear that you were in Colorado or somewhere out west having the time of your life. There are beautiful vertical walls lush with liverworts and often the more observing kayakers will stop by the walls and pet the Lichens or Liverworts as they are known because they have a feel that is so special and unforgettable. Takeout may be at Ion, a ghost town now with nothing left. A huge flood destroyed the whole town of 149 people back in 1916. There was a hotel, a hardware store, a sawmill and a gristmill. An old timer, Bill Aard, saw his best friend cut in half at the sawmill. Bill never traveled more than 20 miles out of the valley during his whole life. He died at 103 years of age.
There now exists just downstream from Ion a well known native seed and plant nursery and The Natural Gait. Many people stay at The Natural Gait in one of their exquisite log cabins for their venture down the Yellow River.
Whether you go to kayak or scenery or just to relax, the Yellow River is a place to remember.
By Howard Bright
Tuesday, September 04, 2012
Concert in the Cave with Switchback Sept. 22, 2012 at The Natural Gait
September 22
Dinner and Music.
Switchback - seen around the country on PBS.
Their albums are produced by well known producers.
Named top Celtic duo in the United States, Ireland and the European Union by the Irish Music Association.
Hurry Call Linda at 877-776-2208 for further information, pricing and to Register. Stalls, Cabins, Bunkrooms & Camping also available for Rent.
Versatility Clinic with Terri Jordan Sept. 15-16, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Versatility Clinic with Terri Jordan Sept. 15-16, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Obstacle training on the ground and in the saddle. You will come away with new confidence in yourself and your horse.
The Natural Gait
TNG horse Happenings
TNG Happenings
Training on the Trail with Terri Jordan Sept. 12-13, 2012 at The Natural Gait
Get ready to learn - moving and controlling the 5 body parts of the horse, gaining respect, applying these principals to trail riding, controlled catastrophe strategies, building confidence and more....
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