Nelson Park

08/19/2026

Trick or treating in the campground will be held October 10th at Nelson Park

08/05/2026

Caught in one of our Crawford County public fishing areas!!

08/03/2026

Tonight at Yellow Smoke's Lookout Shelter from 6-8 p.m.

07/28/2026

06/12/2026

🎟️ WIN A ONE-OF-A-KIND FIREARM & HELP PRESERVE LOCAL HISTORY! 🎟️
The Friends of the Dow House in collaboration with The Crawford County Historic Preservation Commission are excited to announce the Bell Cabin Restoration Project Raffle!
One lucky winner will take home a 50th Anniversary Savage Model 10 Bolt Action Rifle featuring a custom engraved Crawford County, Iowa 175th Anniversary logo.
A very special THANK YOU goes to Steve and Lisa Ulmer for their generous donation of this unique rifle. Their support is helping us raise funds to preserve one of Crawford County's treasured historic landmarks.
💲 Ticket Prices:
• 1 Ticket for $10
• 6 Tickets for $50
• 13 Tickets for $100
📅 Drawing Date: December 12, 2026
📍 Need not be present to win.
All proceeds benefit the Bell Cabin Restoration Project.
🎯 Get your tickets this Saturday at the Pioneer Rendezvous from Noon to 4:00 PM!
Can't make it to the Rendezvous? No problem! After the event, tickets can be purchased from any member of the Friends of the Dow House Board or the Crawford County Historic Preservation Commission.
Maybe just one ticket... or maybe 10! 😉
Help us preserve local history while taking a chance on an incredible prize.

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04/24/2026

Just a reminder to get Nature Camp forms/fees in as we do have a waiting list.

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04/01/2026

Weather pending, we will
open Friday, April 10