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Community Events
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Music Under the Watertower Great music and food at the Donnellson Legion Hall.
Starts at 8 p.m. October thru April. Cost? Freewill donation. Snacks appreciated. Coffee provided, but if you desire something tastier, bring it yourself! the second set. The best of both worlds! Check the "Calendar" for dates and acts scheduled. |
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Craft Show at Central Lee School At Central Lee High School, six miles south of Donnellson on Highway 218. SATURDAY, October 29th, 2011. 8 am to 3:30 p.m.
Please note that the show is now in October. |
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Spring Clean Up scheduled for WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25th, 2012. This year's Spring Clean Up Day is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25th, 2012.
Donnellson residential customers ONLY. No businesses. No items brought in from out of town. Items for pick up include items too bulky for weekly garbage pickup. No white goods, no yard waste, no hazardous chemicals, no e-waste. Yard waste will now be picked up twice a month. Beginning Monday, April 11th, yard waste will be picked up the second Monday and the last Wednesday of each month, April thru November. A complete listing of accepted items can be found at "What's New". |
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Donnellson City-Wide Garage Sales on SATURDAY, JUNE 16th, 2012. Scheduled for June 16th, 2012 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A one-day popular event conducted annually. For additional information or to be put on the map, call Donnellson City Hall at 319-835-5714. Maps available that day at the Railroad Park shelter house. NOTE: Spots can be reserved to set up in Railroad Park with yard sale items only. Set up east of shelter house. Call City Hall at 835-5714 to reserve a spot. |
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Donnellson 4th of July Parade 2011 First parade held in 1881. Parade starts at 6:00 p.m. on July 4th on Main Street.
Features a patriotic theme, community floats, antique tractors, etc. Sandwiches, ice cream and desserts served at the Pilot Grove Savings Bank Community Room immediately following parade by the Lions Club and Chapter CK of TTT. The theme is: Sponsored in 2011 by: The Donnellson Lions Club See "What's New" for more information. |
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Lee County Fair in Donnellson, IA The "Oldest County Fair in Iowa". This year's Lee Co. Fair is set for July 11th- 15th, 2012. The Fair includes county 4-H displays, a carnival, queen contest and grandstand events such as demo derby, truck pulls and car racing. www.leecountyfairiowa.com
The Rotter Barn contains historical items for viewing each year. This year's GRANDSTAND LINEUP: Wed, July 11th: Budweiser Sprint Car Races; Crowning of Queen; Fireworks Thurs, July 12th: Hell Drivers Stunt Show & Local Truck Pulls Fri, July 13th: Country Music Show David Nail with Casey James Sat, July 14th: DEMO DERBY Sun, July 15th: Co-Ed Volleyball KIDS DAY is THURSDAY and packed with loads of fun! Another addition this year will be buildings from the Miner Railroad Village -- the one-room schoolhouse and the music house/general store/print house. These buildings were donated by the Dave Miner Family. Visit www.leecountyfairiowa.com for a complete schedule at more info. |
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Lee County Speedway "Friday Night Thunder in the Heartland" features stock car racing at the Lee County Speedway at the fairgrounds on the north edge of Donnellson.
Race information can be found at 319-835-5523 or check the "Calendar" for specific dates and racing schedule. Most races start at 7:30 p.m. www.leecountyspeedway.com |
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Kathy's Pumpkin Patch Come visit and see Kathy's roadside stand featuring her huge selection of pumpkins, winter squash, gourds, fall decorations and ornamental corn. Located just east of Donnellson on Highway 2, the stand is open 7 days a week, September until Halloween.
New this year is Farmer's Market items. www.kathyspumpkinpatch.com |
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Earth Day Roadside Clean Up Saturday, April 28th is scheduled for the annual Earth Day Roadside Clean Up for Donnellson.
Volunteers are needed! If you don't want to work along the roadsides, volunteers are needed to help serve pizza afterwards or to help with cookies, pop, etc. Volunteers can also help clean the flowerbeds at Railroad Park. Meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Fire Station. Work lasts until almost 11:30 with pizza served afterwards at the Fire Station. |
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EASTER EGG HUNT Easter Egg Hunt for children up to 10 years old will be on SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. sharp at the Donnellson Health Center.
Sponsored by: Everlasting Circle of Kings Daughters Pilot Grove Savings Bank Donnellson Health Center Donnellson Lions City of Donnellson Come Rain or Shine! |
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Home & Garden Tour Home & Garden Tour Saturday, June 16th from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Tickets in advance: $12 Proceeds to benefit the new Library project. Homes/Gardens on Tour: Steve & Kim Armstrong Terry & Linda Perrenoud Kevin and Shannon Schneider Marty & Melissa Jacobs Ernie & Cheryl Schiller Mike & Lori Jarvis Plus, a raffle for gift baskets at the end of the tour. |
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Area Festivals and Attractions
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Donnellson Fall Festival Scheduled for SEPTEMBER 15th, 2012 in Donnellson.
UPDATE: One day event this year A wonderful, family-oriented festival. Starts off Saturday morning with the pancake breakfast. Enjoy a pork loin luncheon at noon. Fun in Railroad Park for all ages. Free of charge. City-wide scarecrow contest. Come out and enjoy a beautiful Saturday in September! Complete Schedule will be under the "Calendar". Or call City Hall at 319-835-5714 and we will mail you a flyer. |
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Rollin' on the River Blues Fest Rollin' on the River Blues Fest in Keokuk Victory Park on August 13 & 14, 2011.
For more information, visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. |
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Fall Festival -- Sept. 15th, 2012. Fall Festival (formerly Apple Daze) is now a one day event on Saturday, September 15, 2012.
Located in Donnellson the 3rd Sataurday in September. Good food, entertainment and wholesome family fun. A listing of events will be posted under "What's New" and the "Calendar". Call 319-835-5714 for more information. |
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Bald Eagle Appreciation Days Located in Keokuk during January. January 21st & 22nd, 2012.
Call 800-383-1219 for more information. Visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. |
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Battle of Pea Ridge Civil War Re-Enactment Takes place in Keokuk during April.
Call 800-383-1219 for more information or visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. Award-winning Civil War re-enactment. Battle takes place on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Period vendors, musical entertainment, military ball, Sunday morning memorial service to honor Civil War veterans, at Rand Park. |
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Strawberry Festival Located in Farmington in June. This year it is June 9th & 10th, 2012. Free strawberries.
Call 319-878-3711 for more information. |
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Steamboat Days In Burlington June 12th - 17th, 2012.
Call 319-754-4334 for more information. Ticket information and ordering available online at www.steamboatdays.com. www.steamboatdays.com |
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Sweet Corn Festival Located in West Point on August 9th, 10th, & 11th, 2012.
Call 319-837-6313 for more information. Visit www.westpointiowa.com or www.westpointiowa.org |
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Montrose Watermelon Festival Located in Montrose on August 23-25th, 2012.
The event features FREE watermelon, crafts, a flea market, great food, a parade and entertainment. Call 319-463-5533 for more information. |
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Grape Festival Located in Nauvoo, IL on Sept 2nd, 3rd & 4th, 2011.
Call 217-453-2587 for more information. |
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Midwest Old Threshers Reunion Located in Mount Pleasant August 30 thru Sept 3rd, 2012.
Call 319-385-8937 or visit www.oldthreshers.org for more information. |
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Ft. Madison Tri-State Rodeo September 5, 6, 7, & 8, 2012 in Fort Madison.
Call 1-800-369-3211 for more information. Rodeo Performance starts at 7:00 pm on Wed & Thursday Rodeo Performance starts at 7:30 on Friday and Saturday Rodeo Parade down Avenue G in Ft Madison Saturday morn. |
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Scenic Craft Festival Located in Van Buren County during October. visit www.villagesofvanburen.com for schedule of events.
www.800-tourvbc.com |
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"Rocktober" Geode Festival in Hamilton IL Located in Hamilton IL on Sept 21-23, 2012. Rock displays, geode hunts, food vendors.
Call 800-383-1219 for more information or visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. |
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Parks
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Donnellson Railroad Park and Museum Located on Main/Mill Street in Donnellson.
Shelter house with picnic tables, grills, playground equipment, restrooms, and the Depot Museum. Museum open during Apple Daze or arranged through City Hall. Shelter house reserved on a first come/first serve basis only. |
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Donnellson Westview Park Highway 2 West, Donnellson - 319-835-5714
Donnellson's new 30-acre family-oriented park features ball diamonds, soccer fields, a 9 hole disc golf course, a pond and a walking trail. An enclosed sandbox allows the youngsters a safe play area during ball games. The concession stand has a shaded eating area with picnic tables, a full kitchen and restrooms. To reserve for your event, phone Michelle Bryant at 835-9007. |
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Shimek State Forest Highway 2 - West of Donnellson - 319-878-3811
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Wilson Lake Park Franklin - 319-463-7673
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Indian Lake Farmington - 319-878-3706
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Geode State Park Danville - 319-392-4601
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Lake Wilderness West Point - 319-837-6288
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Pollmiller Park West Point - 319-463-7673 OR 319-837-6811
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Rodeo Park Fort Madison - 319-372-7700
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Riverview Park Fort Madison - 319-372-7700
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Conservation
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Shimek State Forest Located west of Donnellson on Highway 2, it is the largest single tract of forest in Iowa - 8,901 acres of woods, recreation and wildlife. More information is available at 319-878-3811.
Hunting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, camping. Horse rentals available at 319-878-3596. www.iowadnr.com/forestry/shimek |
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Wilson Lake Located east of Donnellson at 2195 220th Street, off Highway 2. Beautiful 116 acre conservation area with a 6 acre lake for fishing and canoeing. Camping, picnic shelters, toilet facilities, hiking trails and children's playground. Cabins are also available to rent.
319-463-7673 |
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Lee County Conservation Board |
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Heron Bend 2652 Highway 61, north of Montrose.
319-463-7673 Borders the Mississippi River, 322-acre conservation area that includes picnic shelter and hiking trails. You are welcome to boat, canoe or kayak on the Mississippi River. |
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Bald Eagle Appreciation Days Third weekend in January, Keokuk, IA. 800-383-1219
(JANUARY 21st & 22nd, 2012) www.keokukiowatourism.org. The largest national concentration of bald eagles. In winter, drive the Great River Road from Montrose to Keokuk for a breathtaking, up-close view of the bald eagles! E-mail: keokukia@interl.net |
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Cabins available at Wilson Lake Cabins are available at Wilson Lake (2195 220th Street, Donnellson)
$65.00 per night; $200.00 credit card deposit; and minimum 2 nights stay on weekend. Prairie View Cabin - handicapped accessible, 1 bedroom, private bath, sleeps 6 Timber View Cabin - 2 bedrooms, private bath, sleeps 8 Both cabins equipped with: central air and heat - available for rent 12 months a year. Modern kitchen with refrigerator, stove and microwave, table and chairs. One full size bed and 1 or 2 sets of twin bunk beds. Living room has a conversion sofa bed that sleeps 2. |
Museums
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Donnellson Depot Museum The old depot in Donnellson is open during Apple Daze or by special arrangements with City Hall at 319-835-5714. Contains Donnellson historical items. Donnellson historical or genealogical information can be found at the Library, at 319-835-5545.
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Christian Herschler Winery & Stagecoach Stop Mailing address: 6th & Franklin Green Street, Donnellson, IA 52625
Phone: Contact Mike or Lori Jarvis at 319/835-9432. Located in FRANKLIN, IA. Featured in "This Old House" Magazine, "Iowa Historian", and HGTV's "If Walls Could Talk". Tour the pre-Civil War stone home & stagecoach stop, winery and flower gardens. Wines available for sale. Open year round, except major holidays. Guest House available. |
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Appleberry Orchard 2469 Highway 2, East of Donnellson - 319-372-1307
New store addition with items for sale. View the apple juice pressroom. Petting Zoo!! Tours and hayrides available for large groups. www.faethorchards.com |
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West Point Library/Museum West Point - 319-837-6315
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Llewelling House Underground Railroad/Quaker Museum
Salem - 319-385-2460 |
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Old Fort Madison 716 Riverview Dr., Ft. Madison
319-372-6318 |
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North Lee County Historical Center 814 10th St., Ft. Madison
319-372-6318 |
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Lee County Pioneer Cemetery Association 319-524-5185
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Joseph Smith Historic Center Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2246 |
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Keokuk River Museum Keokuk
319-524-4765 |
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Golf Courses
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Green Acres Country Club 925 Fruit Street, Donnellson
319-835-5011 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, clubhouse & restaurant. Cart rentals available. Open to non-members. One of the nicest, most picturesque golf courses you'll ever play! |
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Sheaffer Memorial Golf Park Ft. Madison
319-528-6214 |
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Spring Lake Golf Club Ft. Madison
319-372-9937 |
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Great River Road Golf Club Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2417 |
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Deer Run Golf Course Hamilton, IL
217-847-3623 |
Vineyards/Wineries
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Christian Herschler Winery & Stagecoach Stop Franklin, IA
319-835-9432 (see museums for more information) |
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Baxter Vineyards/Winery Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2528 |
Recreation/Tourism Links
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Iowa Department of Economic Development |
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Lee County, Iowa |
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Fort Madison, Iowa |
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Keokuk, Iowa |
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Burlington, Iowa |
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
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Van Buren County |
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Nauvoo, Illinois |
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Travel
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Historic Hills Scenic Byway Beginning in Donnellson, head west on Highway 2 and follow the State of Iowa road signs with the 'redbud tree' logo and the winding roads of the Historic Hills Scenic Byway that introduces you to the people and scenery of southeastern Iowa. From forests to farmhouses, this leisurely drive invites mushroom hunting, bass fishing and more. Just follow signs from Donnellson west to and through Bonaparte, Bentonsport, Keosauqua, Troy, Bloomfield, Drakesville and Blakesburg.
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Mormon Trail Donnellson is located along the first 265-mile segment of the 1846 en masse movement of the Mormons from Nauvoo, IL to the Valley of the Great Salt Lake. Visit www.mormontrails.com
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Avenue of the Saints The Avenue of the Saints is the name given to the 4-lane highway from St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN. Highway 218/27 is the portion of the Avenue of the Saints at Donnellson.
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Waubonsie Trail The Waubonsie Trail was the first hard road crossing the state of Iowa. It was built in 1911. It began by heading off from the Plank Road in Keokuk and went toward Donnellson. It continued north to Primrose, west to Farmington, then all the way across Iowa to Nebraska City. Waubonsie, for whom the trail was named, was the last chief of the Pottowattamie tribe. The trail passed where he was buried in Fremont County. There once was a restaurant in Donnellson known as the Waubonsie Inn.
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Red Ball Route The Red Ball Route was an unpaved road that went all the way from Keokuk, Iowa to St. Paul, MN. It was used in the late 1800's and was out of existence by 1925. It's route passed through Donnellson and to the villages of Houghton, Hillsboro, Salem and Oakland Mills.
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Underground Railroad The Donnellson Genealogical Department has documented evidence of the underground railroad passing near Donnellson. Contact the Donnellson Library at 319-835-5545 for several interesting stories.
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River Travel
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Lee County Conservation Board |
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River Tours Contact Mark Coppler
319-524-0901 (flat boat) |
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Mississippi River Tours Contact John Mason
309-221-6693 (pontoon) |
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River Stage |
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
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Van Buren County |
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Misc.
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University Athletic Center Located in the old Donnellson school building at the corner of University and Orchard Streets. Weight gym, women's only gym, exercise equipment, basketball, racquetball, sauna & showers available. Phone Willis Krehbiel at 319-835-9054.
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Music Under the Water Tower Music in the Donnellson Legion Hall. First Saturday of the month at 8:00 p.m., November-April. Bring a snack and enjoy the music! Music includes such bands as Stacey Earle, Sally Weisenberg & The Famous Sidemen, William Elliott Whitmore, and Steppin' In It.
Contact: email Doug Seyb at dseyb@iowatelecom.net or 319-835-5887. |
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Lee County Fair 901 Main Street, Donnellson
319-835-5523 Features 4-H projects, grandstand events, petting zoo in July, demo derby. www.leecounty.org |
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Lee County Speedway 901 Main Street, Donnellson
Races held Friday nights during the race season. Phone 319-835-5523 for a schedule. www.leecountyspeedway.com |
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FTA Speedway East of Wilson Lake, on 220th Street
Outdoor go-cart track. Fun, safe facility. Family-oriented activity. No alcohol. Races every Sunday, May through October. Contact Randy Van Niewaal at 319-837-6022 or 319-290-0390. www.ftaspeedway.homestead.com |
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Argyle Arena Horse shows, barrel racing, team roping, cattle roping. The 280' x 180'outdoor dirt arena is suitable for almost any equine event. Coming to watch the events at the Argyle Arena is completely FREE. Contact Bill White at 319/795-3163.
Located at 2971 - 170th Ave. just west of Argyle, Iowa. Visit www.argylearena.com for a complete schedule of events and a map to the grounds. |
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Lake View Cabins $45/night cabin rentals on a small lake in wooded area. Cabins have kitchen and shower. Boating, fishing, horseshoes, tetherball, swimming and trails.
Open year round. Located approximately 10 miles south of Donnellson at 2800 Hwy 218. Phone 319/463-7109 or cell # 319/470-7699 for reservations. |
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Horse'N'Around Farms Horses, trailrides, wagon rides and fun for the whole family.
Patsy Smith 1593 - 300th St. Montrose, IA 52639 319-838-2242 www.horsenaroundfarm.net |
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Wilson Lake Cabins Cabins are available to rent at Wilson Lake (2195-200th St, Donnellson)
$65.00 per night, $200.00 credit card deposit and minimum 2 nights stay on weekend. Prairie View Cabin - handicapped accessible, 1 bedroom, private bath, sleeps 6 Timber VIew Cabin - 2 bedrooms, private bath, sleeps 8 Both cabins equipped with: central air and heat - available for rent 12 months a year. Modern kitchen with refrigerator, stove and microwave, table and chairs. One full size bed and 1 or 2 sets of twin bunk beds. Living room has a conversion sofa bed that sleeps 2. |
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