Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks 8/27/2024 11:50:00 AM View Count 5073 DES MOINES – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans to their state parks and waterways.
Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks 8/29/2023 2:13:00 PM View Count 4023 DES MOINES – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans to their state parks and waterways.
Kick off summer in Iowa State Parks, June 9-11 5/9/2023 2:02:00 PM View Count 2337 DES MOINES ⎯ Several state parks and forests will be hosting family-friendly programming and activities as part of Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) new Summer Kick-Off event, June 9-11.
Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/30/2022 1:48:00 PM View Count 3395 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.
Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks 8/30/2022 1:25:00 PM View Count 2755 DES MOINES – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans to their state parks and waterways.
A busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and state parks 9/2/2021 4:08:00 PM View Count 1686 DES MOINES, Iowa – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans out to their state parks and waterways.
Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks 9/2/2020 12:37:00 PM View Count 4287 DES MOINES, Iowa – The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans out to their state parks and waterways.
Non-resident user fee pilot project underway at Lake Manawa, Waubonsie state parks 8/27/2019 11:53:00 AM View Count 2758 Council Bluffs, Iowa - With Labor Day Weekend just a few days away, nonresidents visiting Lake Manawa State Park or Waubonsie State Park are reminded of a new nonresident vehicle fee requirement that began on Aug. 15.
Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/27/2019 11:49:00 AM View Count 3058 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.
Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/14/2018 12:46:00 PM View Count 4028 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways and lower water levels.
A busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waterways 8/29/2017 1:17:00 PM View Count 4520 As the unofficial end to summer approaches, boaters will experience high volumes of traffic on the waterways and at the boat ramps this weekend.
Campers ready for Labor Day weekend 8/29/2017 1:15:00 PM View Count 3960 The unofficial end of the summer holiday remains one of the more popular weekends during the peak camping season. Most of the campsites with electricity in Iowa state parks have been snapped up for weeks ahead of the Labor Day weekend.
Summer tips to land Iowa’s big fish 8/29/2017 1:10:00 PM View Count 6364 Iowa anglers have lots of opportunities to earn a Master Angler award this Labor Day weekend. Finding places that have big fish is key to catching big fish.
Labor Day weekend campsite reservations open soon 5/30/2017 2:13:00 PM View Count 4072 Just as one holiday ends, it is time to think about another.
State Parks Ready for Labor Day Weekend 8/30/2016 1:56:00 PM View Count 4191 Recent rains leading up to the Labor Day weekend have had very little impact on the camping situation at Iowa’s state parks and recreation areas. Many campgrounds have sites available for walk-in campers and some still have sites to reserve.
Heavy Boat Traffic Expected for Labor Day Weekend 8/16/2016 1:44:00 PM View Count 5823 Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.
7 Things To Try Outdoors This Week: Labor Day Edition 8/28/2015 12:00:00 PM View Count 6043 Even with school back in session and Labor Day heralding in the unofficial end to summer, that doesn’t mean you need to hole up inside until next summer. Enjoy this holiday week with new ideas each day on how to get out and enjoy Iowa’s outdoors.
15 Ways to Enjoy Iowa’s Outdoors this Labor Day Weekend 8/26/2014 7:11:00 AM View Count 13341 If you’re looking for a way to mark the unofficial end to summer or just want to try something new instead of the old barbecue routine, try one of these 15 great Iowa outdoor activities this coming Labor Day weekend.