Join us for a free movie in the park, Saturday October 17th at Pulpit Rock Campground.
As voted, and by popular demand, Hocus Pocus will begin at dusk. Bring a lawn chair, a blanket and snacks to enjoy!
Popcorn will be available too!
Join us Saturday, October 17th for trick or treating at designated campsites within Pulpit Rock Campground. Campers will be identified by using caution tape!
This is a free, open house event runs 3:00pm – 5:00pm, and will also include yard games and popcorn.
Parking is limited at the Campground, additional parking is available at Will Baker Park.
Come back at dusk for a free showing of Hocus Pocus!
Free sand is available for pick at the Decorah Municipal Pool, 701 College Drive.
Appointments are available Monday thru Friday, 8AM – 3PM
Reserve a time by calling the Decorah Park Rec office at #563-382-4158.
Updated 9/9/26
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Decorah Parks and Recreation
Press Contact: Marc Holtey, Parks and Recreation Director, 563-382-4158
Community Prairie (Southwest Quadrant) Woody Plants Spot Spraying
Decorah, IA (September 9, 2026) – Update
Spot spraying for woody plants including buckthorn scheduled for Thursday, September 10 has been postponed due to Monarch butterflies roosting in proximity to the treatment area.
Decorah, IA (September 4, 2026) – Update
Due to forecasted rain this afternoon and following the application guidelines for Garlon, the spot spraying scheduled today for the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie is re-scheduled to Thursday, September 10.
Decorah, IA (September 1, 2026)
On Friday, September 4 (if conditions permit), the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie will be spot sprayed for woody plants with a mixture of Milestone and Garlon to reduce the proliferation of woody plant species including buckthorn.
The area will be closed until the re-entry period of 24 hours, and signage will remain up for 96 hours with additional information regarding the application.
This is an official city press release. Modifications of any kind are prohibited without express written consent of the author. Any reprint or broadcast of this information must include this entire communication.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Decorah Parks and Recreation
Press Contact: Marc Holtey, Parks and Recreation Director, 563-382-4158
Community Prairie (Southwest Quadrant) Woody Plants Spot Spraying
Decorah, IA (September 4, 2026) – Update
Due to forecasted rain this afternoon and following the application guidelines for Garlon, the spot spraying scheduled today for the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie is re-scheduled to Thursday, September 10.
Decorah, IA (September 1, 2026)
On Friday, September 4 (if conditions permit), the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie will be spot sprayed for woody plants with a mixture of Milestone and Garlon to reduce the proliferation of woody plant species including buckthorn.
The area will be closed until the re-entry period of 24 hours, and signage will remain up for 96 hours with additional information regarding the application.
This is an official city press release. Modifications of any kind are prohibited without express written consent of the author. Any reprint or broadcast of this information must include this entire communication.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Decorah Parks and Recreation
Press Contact: Marc Holtey, Parks and Recreation Director, 563-382-4158
Community Prairie (Southwest Quadrant) Woody Plants Spot Spraying
Decorah, IA (September 1, 2026)
On Friday, September 4 (if conditions permit), the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie will be spot sprayed for woody plants with a mixture of Milestone and Garlon to reduce the proliferation of woody plant species including buckthorn.
The area will be closed until the re-entry period of 24 hours, and signage will remain up for 96 hours with additional information regarding the application.
This is an official city press release. Modifications of any kind are prohibited without express written consent of the author. Any reprint or broadcast of this information must include this entire communication.
Decorah’s Get-2-Gether Committee and Decorah Parks and Recreation are hosting a free Summer Celebration for adults with special needs from 5:45 p.m. to 7:45p.m, Thursday, August 27th at Whalen Cabin near Phelps Park.
Adults with special needs are invited for an evening of music, games, Culver’s Custard and Mabes Pizza. Volunteers will be provided by the Luther College Soccer Teams.
Sponsors and community donations allow G2G volunteers to offer these events at no cost to participants.
Participants should register for this event by 5:00pm Monday, August 24th, to allow volunteers to plan accordingly. Registration can be completed online at www.get2g.com or by contacting the Decorah’s Parks and Recreation office, (563) 382-4158 or parkrec@decorah.iowa.gov