This fall, the hosts of the Discovery Channel’s show, “RV There Yet?” visited our region to record an episode for season four of their popular show. It’s a project that we had been working on for months, and it was an exciting week for our team when they were in town.
When we were presented with this opportunity earlier in the year, we quickly knew that the amenities of Boone County were essential based on the premise of the show. From Ledges State Park to the High Trestle Trail, and the truly unique Rail Explorers experience, the show’s schedule was feeling like a home run before production even began. When we added a top tourist location in Reiman Gardens, shopping in Downtown Ames, and the Cyclone tailgate experience at Jack Trice Stadium, even the hosts commented that it one of their more unique shows.
Working with the show’s team was an absolute delight. I encourage you to watch previous episodes of the show that are available on YouTube in preparation for our episode that will air next spring. The hosts are as genuine as they appear in the show, and it was a joy to welcome them to our region.
Over the past several years, we have placed an emphasis on being a regional organization. Without that emphasis, this show does not take place and highlight our region on national television. Nor does this show happen without partner organizational support from Discover Ames and Visit Boone County. They both played an active role in helping organize this show and they utilized their connections across the region to help make compelling television.
I am incredibly excited for the episode to air next spring. The production value of a show on the Discovery Channel is top notch, and I know that our area will play well on television.
