Fall Frenzy

Posted: October 17, 2024 at 11:50 AM in News Recreation

Join us at Will Baker on Saturday, October 19th from 1:00pm-3:00pm for an afternoon of games, crafts and fun! We have partnered with Decorah Rocks who will provide supplies to craft your own unique rock, and then hide for other to find.

Come over to play a variety of yards games, freestyle color/drawing, hike Pulpit Rock, and you can craft your own Trick-or-Treat bag (while supplies last) for Pulpit Rock Campground’s Trick-or-Treat event (3:00pm-5:00pm) that same day!

Costumes are welcome and encouraged 🙂

Trick or Treat at Pulpit Rock Campground

Posted: October 16, 2024 at 11:06 PM in News

Join us Saturday, October 19th 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.

Adult Recess @ Impact Coffee

Posted: October 15, 2024 at 5:14 PM in News Recreation

Leave the gremlins at home and join us for an evening of pumpkin carving or painting, just in time for Halloween, all while enjoy Impact Coffee drinks specials!
Thursday, October 24th from 5:00-7:00pm at Impact Coffee, specials are $1 tap PBR and half-priced fall cocktails!

A variety of pumpkins will be available for participants to choose from to either carve or paint, then take home! You are welcome to bring your own pumpkin to Adult Recess as well.
-Must be 21+ or older

Prairie Seed Harvest 2024

Posted: October 14, 2024 at 8:54 AM in News

Fall is harvest season and Decorah Parks and Recreation is hosting a Prairie Seed Harvest on Wednesday, October 16, beginning at 4:30pm in the Decorah City Prairie.

The public is invited to help collect seed for establishing prairie on other city properties.

 

*Help Decorah City Parks

*Help Pollinators at home

Touch-A-Truck October 12th

Posted: October 11, 2024 at 3:00 AM in News Recreation
Join us for this fun, free open house event for the whole family Saturday, October 12th , 11am-1pm in the parking lot behind City Hall!
Come explore your favorite vehicles including police, fire and emergency vehicles, construction equipment, farm equipment, tow trucks, and city maintenance equipment. A free hot dog lunch will be provided by the Decorah Fire Department. This event is co-hosted with the Decorah Fire Department in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week and volunteers are provided by the Decorah Rotary Club.
No registration required, just show up!

Parent-Toddler Game Time

Posted: October 7, 2024 at 12:47 PM in News Recreation

Join us Saturdays, October 12th- November 2nd, 9:00am-9:50am, in the John Cline Gym for Parent-Toddler Game Time! In this program, parents partner with their child to practice skills and then play a number of sports such as soccer, basketball, football, and dance. If weather permits, students will be outdoors for this program.

Limited to 20 students
Fee: $20
Deadline: October 4th

Seal Coating at Pulpit Rock Campground

Posted: September 30, 2024 at 1:34 PM in News

Twin Springs Road by Pulpit Rock Campground is being seal coated. Please use the grass to access the trails until the road is re-opened on Thursday, October 3rd.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Adult Recess- October 3rd

Posted: September 26, 2024 at 2:57 PM in News

Join us Thursday, October 3rd for Yard Games Galore at Diamond #2 (right next to the tennis/pickleball courts).
We’ll have outdoor games such as, bowling, whiffle ball, badminton and more! Pick and choose from a variety of games to play before we head over to Dixie’s Biergarten for evening specials: $1 Off taps and cans!
Participants who provide a valid ID at activity will receive a wristband which will allow you to receive food or beverage promotions provided by the host.

Walleye Fishing Clinic – October 17th

Posted: September 25, 2024 at 8:41 AM in News Recreation

Sign up for this years Full Moon Walleye Fishing Clinic to learn about this enticing species, good knot tying techniques, tips on catching walleye, and much more!
This clinic takes place on October 17th at 4:00pm and meets at Whalen Cabin, then heads onto the Upper Iowa River. Clinic is open to anyone 18 years and older. Participants are required to have a valid fishing license, wear appropriate clothing, be able to drive to fishing sites, and bring your own rod. Lures to be provided. Clinic Capacity is 10 and carpooling is encouraged.
Classroom: 4:00pm—5:00pm
Field Experience: 5:00pm—7:00pm
*Fishing is encouraged afterwards for those interested*

FEE: $10 CAPACITY: 10
DEADLINE: October 11th
RAINDATE: TBD

ICE CAVE ROAD: RE-OPENED 9/24

Posted: September 24, 2024 at 9:48 AM in News

Ice Cave Road between Dunning Springs and Palisades Park is now RE-OPENED for use as of 1:00pm, Tuesday, September 24th.