Experience Cedar Falls - An American Discovery Trail Town <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-pickar-61b7956/">Jennifer Pickar</a>, Tourism and Cultural Programs Manager for Cedar Falls, Iowa, is today's guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series. Jennifer shares all that Cedar Falls offers, from extensive trail systems and state parks to unique cultural and recreational events. We discuss the city's outdoor beauty in all four seasons and how this community provides opportunities for everyone. DISCUSSION<ol><li>Location and Overview of Cedar Falls<ul><li>Proximity to Des Moines, historic Highway 20, and local universities.</li></ul></li><li>Four-season Outdoor Recreational Opportunities<ul><li><a href="https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/landing-pages/river-recreation.aspx">Cedar River and Gateway River Park</a></li><li><a href="https://www.iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Iowa-State-Parks/George-Wyth-State-Park">George Wyth State Park</a></li><li>Mountain biking, camping, fishing, bird watching, and disc golf</li><li>Ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing</li></ul></li><li>National Trail Systems<ul><li>Status as a designated trail town - <a href="https://discoverytrail.org/">American Discovery Trail</a></li><li>Inclusion in the <a href="https://www.railstotrails.org/greatamericanrailtrail/">Great American Rail Trail</a></li></ul></li><li>Annual Events and Festivals<ul><li><a href="https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/blog/things-to-do/dome-shows.aspx">Unidome events</a>: boat shows, sporting events, etc.</li><li><a href="https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/blog/things-to-do/ice-harvest-festival.aspx">Ice Harvest Festival</a> and its historical significance</li><li>The annual <a href="https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/blog/things-to-do/maple-syrup-and-flapjack-flippin-fun.aspx">Maple Syrup Festival</a> and live music events</li></ul></li><li>Website Tour and Navigation</li><li> Food and Drink Recommendations<ul><li><a href="http://cottonwoodcanyoncoffee.net/">Cottonwood Canyon</a> and Cup of Joe</li><li><a href="http://montage-cf.com/">Montage</a> and other fine dining spots for special occasions: </li></ul></li></ol>LEARN MORE To learn more about Cedar Falls and the surrounding communities, visit their website at https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/ or on these social sites: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CedarFallsIA">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/CedarFallsIowa/">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQoStozZSUbGe_GeaYgAVlA">YouTube</a> NEXT STEPS Find us online at <a href="https://outdooradventureseries.com/">https://outdooradventureseries.com</a>. We welcome likes, comments, and shares. KEYWORDS Jennifer Pickar, Cedar Falls Tourism, American Discovery Trail, Great American Rail Trail, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview, Destination Marketing Organization #CedarFallsTourism #AmericanDiscoveryTrail #GreatAmericanRailTrail #OutdoorAdventureSeries #PodcastInterview #DestinationMarketingOrganizationMy Favorite Podcast Tools: <ol> <li> Production by <a href="https://www.descript.com/?lmref=VgjX0A">Descript</a> </li> <li> Hosting <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=191396">Buzzsprout</a> </li> <li> Show Notes by <a href="https://www.castmagic.io/?via=howard">Castmagic</a> </li> <li> Website powered by <a href="https://www.podpage.com/?via=howard">Podpage</a> </li> <li> Be a Podcast Guest by <a href="https://www.joinpodmatch.com/outdoor_adventure_series">PodMatch</a> </li> </ol>

Experience Cedar Falls - An American Discovery Trail TownJennifer Pickar, Tourism and Cultural Programs Manager for Cedar Falls, Iowa, is today's guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series. Jennifer shares all that Cedar Falls offers, from extensive trail systems and state parks to unique cultural and recreational events. We discuss the city's outdoor beauty in all four seasons and how this community provides opportunities for everyone.DISCUSSIONLocation and Overview of Cedar FallsProximity to Des...