“The trail system is fantastic. There aren’t many places you can experience a trail system like Iowa has where you can ride hundreds of miles, hit restaurants along the trails, and see amazing scenery like the High Trestle trail.”
Tim Lund, Moved from Illinois in 2018
“Whether it’ s walking around the neighborhood after dinner or cheering on the Hawkeyes on a Saturday afternoon, we’re building memories that feel uniquely ours and unmistakably Iowa.”
Matthew Elsbernd, Moved from Minnesota in 2022
“I’ve taken up beekeeping, whitewater kayaking, and even mountain biking…On top of that, Iowa gave me some truly unforgettable experiences: I’ve held baby goats, met my best friend, and even saw and held my first praying mantis.”
Cara McCutchin, Moved from Wisconsin in 2020
“I’ve been to 18 countries and most of the states and in all the places that I’ve been and seen, nowhere looked like the scenic bluffs of Northeast Iowa.”
Elizabeth Mahr, Moved from Illinois in 2023
“I love all the trails, the driftless area, the lack of traffic, and the affordability of it all. I can go out to eat, and it doesn’t feel like it’s going to break the bank.”
Nicholas Bouwman, Moved from Georgia in 2019
