
Vacation Okoboji
By Okoboji Tourism
Explore the fun you’ll find in the Iowa Great Lakes Area all year long.

Chatting with the Winter Games Co-Chairs!
Rebecca visits with Winter Games Chair, Michael Meyers & Co-Chair, Rachel Fandel, to get an inside scoop on the 43rd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games taking place January 26-29. Learn more about this community event at uofowintergames.com.
23:49
January 25, 2023

Winter Games Preview!
Rebecca & Stacy preview the events & activities of the 43rd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games taking place January 26-29, 2023
27:06
January 13, 2023

Holiday Happenings in Okoboji
Rebecca & Laurie preview the holiday events coming up this season in Okoboji!
27:54
November 17, 2022

Autumn in Okoboji!
Rebecca & Laurie share their recent autumn Okoboji adventures!
28:49
October 04, 2022

Apples & Flowers - A Dream Afternoon!
Rebecca & Laurie visit Little Sioux Orchard & Little Sioux Stems to learn more about the great farm-to-home experiences you can have in Okoboji!
27:50
August 30, 2022

Family Reunions in Okoboji!
Rebecca & Laurie share helpful tips on planning & family reunion in Okoboji based on their own recent family get-togethers!
25:03
July 27, 2022

Summer So Far!
Rebecca & Laurie share their highlights so far of summer 2022 in Okoboji, Iowa & what they’re looking forward to most for the 2nd half of summer.
19:35
July 18, 2022

Kayaking the Canals!
Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure kayaking through the Wahpeton canals on the west side of West Lake Okoboji between Emerson Bay and Miller’s Bay.
18:06
June 21, 2022

Sunday Brunch!
Rebecca, Sara & Mary tell you about their recent Sunday Brunch experience at Minerva’s in Okoboji!
09:09
May 17, 2022

Fish Hatchery Visit!
Rebecca & Laurie visit the Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery during Spring gill netting to learn more about how they keep fish populations healthy in the Iowa Great Lakes Area!
23:38
April 19, 2022

Okoboji 100 snowmobile Race!
Rebecca & guest co-host Diane tell about their Okoboji 100 snowmobile race experience.
15:28
January 25, 2022

Ladies Night!
Rebecca & Laurie visit Oak Hill Outdoor for one of their monthly Ladies Night events! This month was a good & wine pairing with around Lake Vineyards!
19:28
January 19, 2022

Golf Simulator Fun!
Rebecca & Laurie visit The Venue in Spirit Lake to play golf & other games on their simulator!
16:29
January 12, 2022

A Year of Adventures in Okoboji!
Rebecca & Laurie reminisce about a fun year of adventures!
31:11
December 29, 2021

Cooking Up A Storm!
Rebecca & Laurie take a cooking class! Learn more about the culinary arts program at Pearson Lakes Art Center at lakesart.org
28:02
December 22, 2021

Getting in the Holiday Spirit!
Rebecca & guest co-host Sara tell about a few Christmas events they recently attended to put them in the holiday spirit!
33:02
December 08, 2021

Stepping back in history!
Rebecca & Laurie visit the Dickinson County Museum to learn more about local history.
29:18
November 24, 2021

Okoboji Shopping!
Rebecca and Laurie tell you about their latest adventure, shopping in Okoboji!
36:19
November 17, 2021

Spruce Tip Planters!
This week Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure marking spruce tip planters at Ferguson’s in Spirit Lake!
33:01
November 10, 2021

Music Bingo!
Rebecca & Laurie talk about their latest adventure playing music bingo at West O Beer!
27:29
November 03, 2021

Inspired by Antiques!
Rebecca & Laurie talk about their latest adventure, antiquing in Okoboji! There are so many shops to visit that they needed more time to see it all!
32:04
October 27, 2021

Artists in Training!
Rebecca & guest co-host Danielle talk about an oil painting class the recently took at the Pearson Lakes Art Center. They also discuss the local Okoboji art scene. Learn more about Danielle’s artwork at https://danielleclousegast.com
34:55
October 20, 2021

The Sound of Fall!
Rebecca & Laurie talk about their recent hike on the Barney Peterson Memorial Trail at Gull Point State Park.
27:06
October 13, 2021

Boji Scare!
Rebecca & guest co-host Diane telll you about their Boji Scare experience through the “haunted” amusement park at Arnold’s Park!
27:14
October 06, 2021

Pumpkin Season!
Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure to The Grove pumpkin patch! The Grove offers much more than just pumpkins - prepare for a full afternoon of fun!
21:54
September 29, 2021

Jiggling Competition
Rebecca & Laure talk about their latest adventure, entering into the Jell-O salad contest at the Clay County Fair!
29:11
September 23, 2021

Apple Picking!
Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure at the Little Sioux Orchard!
24:46
September 08, 2021

Fast Greens!
Rebecca & Laurie talk about their latest adventure, golfing at Emerald Hills Golf Club! You’ll also learn about upcoming events this weekend & throughout September!
25:36
September 01, 2021

Competitive Spirits
Rebecca & Laurie check out the local pickle ball courts & challenge each other to a friend match!
29:16
August 25, 2021

Burning So Many Calories!
Rebecca & Laurie talk about their recent e-bike tour around West Lake Okoboji and upcoming events!
32:26
August 18, 2021

Hole-In-One!
Rebecca & Laurie check out a couple of area mini golf courses & tell you about upcoming events!
32:59
August 11, 2021

Little Standing. Lots of Laughter.
Rebecca & guest co-host Alison tell about their stand up paddle boarding adventure!
29:39
August 06, 2021

A Zen Way To Start The Day!
Rebecca & Laure take an outdoor yoga class overlooking West Lake Okoboji!
27:25
July 28, 2021

Side-Splitting Theatre
Rebecca & guest host, Laura visit the Okoboji Summer Theatre & review upcoming events!
35:14
July 21, 2021

Bouncing Our Day Away!
Rebecca & Laurie visit Bouncelandia, the world’s largest bounce house! They’ll also tell you about upcoming Okoboji area events.
31:01
July 14, 2021

Living Their Best Life!
Rebecca & Riley visit a amp Foster YMCA to learn about what makes a week at camp so special!
33:57
July 08, 2021

We’re Basically Wind Experts Now!
Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their sailing adventure through the Okoboji Sailing Center. You’ll also learn about upcoming Okoboji events!
26:50
June 30, 2021

Iowa Palm Trees
Rebecca, Laurie & Riley tell you about their visit to the world famous Barefoot Bar in Okoboji & what upcoming events should be on your calendar!
33:19
June 23, 2021

Park Day: It’s So Pretty!
Rebecca, Laurie, & Riley tell about their day at Arnold’s Park Amusement Park, and upcoming Okoboji events!
33:06
June 16, 2021

We Caught So Many Fish!
Rebecca & Laurie went fishing & have quite a few tales to tell! You’ll also learn about upcoming events & fun in Okoboji this week!
32:18
June 09, 2021

Special Episode: Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Museum Guided Tour
Join Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association co-founder, Tom Tourville for a tour of the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association’s Hall of Fame Museum in Arnolds Park, Iowa.
32:30
May 28, 2021

Every Costume Should Have Feathers!
Rebecca & Intern Riley visit the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Museum to learn more about the rich history of music in Iowa!
30:39
May 26, 2021

Love-Love: Tennis & Okoboji!
Rebecca & guest co-host Angelia play tennis at Speier Park in Okoboji!
25:23
May 19, 2021

An Extra Spring In Our Step!
Rebecca & Laurie visit area parks including East Lake Park in Okoboji!
29:51
May 12, 2021

Keep The Disc Level!
Rebecca & Laurie learn to play disc golf at the Okoboji Gold Disc Golf Course. They also share a few tips they learned to help improve your game!
27:58
May 05, 2021

We Took A “Neature” Walk
Rebecca & Laurie visit the Kettleson Hogsback Wildlife Management area to explore the trails!
29:48
April 29, 2021

Who Knows More About The Maritime Museum?
This week Rebecca & Laurie visit the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum to learn more about lake history!
34:31
April 21, 2021

Shake Until Your Fingers Freeze
This week Rebecca was joined by special guest Hannah at The Beach Club Lounge for cocktail tasting & making!
26:22
April 08, 2021

Ax-cellent Adventure!
Rebecca & Laurie learn ax throwing at The Throwing Post in Arnolds Park!
25:46
March 31, 2021

Holding On For Dear Life
This week Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure trying aerial yoga!
31:52
March 25, 2021

Sometimes The Simple Stuff Is So Hard For Me!
This week Rebecca & Laurie visited Riddle Me That escape room!
27:55
March 17, 2021

She Was A Cuter Bee Than Me
This week Rebecca & Laurie visited the Dickinson County Nature Center to learn about pollinators!
32:54
March 11, 2021

This Is Like A Hug In A Glass!
This week Rebecca & Laurie go on a craft brewery tour, and visit two local breweries in the Okoboji area!
25:55
March 03, 2021

We Wanted To Create Art!
This week Rebecca & Laurie visited the Kurio Kastle Pottery Painting Palace to get creative!
23:19
February 25, 2021

We Imitated Art, Just For Some Pictures!
This week Rebecca & Laurie visited the Pearson Lakes Art Center. Rebecca was in her element. Laurie not as much, but the recap of the visit is fun!
28:47
February 18, 2021

Is That The First Mary Kay Car?
Hear about Rebecca & Laurie's latest adventure exploring Okoboji Classic Cars in West Okoboji!
28:27
February 10, 2021

The Lake Was Filled With Winter Boats!
Hear about Rebecca & guest co-host, Ali's adventures during the 41st Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games!
28:14
February 04, 2021

Pinball Wizards in Training
Rebecca & Laurie compete in a mini pinball tournament & look ahead to the University of Okoboji Winter Games!
27:33
January 28, 2021

Siesta or Savasana?
Join Rebecca & Laurie as they tell you about their latest Okoboji adventure - Hot Power Yoga!
31:33
January 20, 2021

Here Fishy, Fishy!
Hear about Rebecca & Laurie’s latest adventure in Okoboji, Iowa - ice fishing!
18:07
January 13, 2021

Is there ice under that snow?
Rebecca & Laurie go ice skating at the Fish Shack in Okoboji.
18:55
January 06, 2021