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Vacation Okoboji

Vacation Okoboji

By Okoboji Tourism

Explore the fun you’ll find in the Iowa Great Lakes Area all year long.
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Vacation OkobojiJan 28, 2021

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When Will The Car Drop?

When Will The Car Drop?

Rebecca visits with Kathy & Melanie from the Iowa Great Lakes Rotary Club to learn more about their annual car drop that raises money for the community & predicts when spring will REALLY arrive in Okoboji! You can get in on the fun by visiting www.iowagreatlakesrotary.org
Feb 08, 202320:31
Chatting with the Winter Games Co-Chairs!

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.
Jan 25, 202323:49
Winter Games Preview!

Winter Games Preview!

Rebecca & Stacy preview the events & activities of the 43rd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games taking place January 26-29, 2023
Jan 13, 202327:06
Holiday Happenings in Okoboji

Holiday Happenings in Okoboji

Rebecca & Laurie preview the holiday events coming up this season in Okoboji!
Nov 17, 202227:54
Autumn in Okoboji!

Autumn in Okoboji!

Rebecca & Laurie share their recent autumn Okoboji adventures!
Oct 04, 202228:49
Apples & Flowers - A Dream Afternoon!

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!
Aug 30, 202227:50
Family Reunions in Okoboji!

Family Reunions in Okoboji!

Rebecca & Laurie share helpful tips on planning & family reunion in Okoboji based on their own recent family get-togethers!
Jul 27, 202225:03
Summer So Far!

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.
Jul 18, 202219:35
Kayaking the Canals!

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.
Jun 21, 202218:06
Sunday Brunch!

Sunday Brunch!

Rebecca, Sara & Mary tell you about their recent Sunday Brunch experience at Minerva’s in Okoboji!
May 17, 202209:09
Fish Hatchery Visit!

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!
Apr 19, 202223:38
Okoboji 100 snowmobile Race!

Okoboji 100 snowmobile Race!

Rebecca & guest co-host Diane tell about their Okoboji 100 snowmobile race experience.
Jan 25, 202215:28
Ladies Night!

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!
Jan 19, 202219:28
Golf Simulator Fun!

Golf Simulator Fun!

Rebecca & Laurie visit The Venue in Spirit Lake to play golf & other games on their simulator!

Jan 12, 202216:29
A Year of Adventures in Okoboji!

A Year of Adventures in Okoboji!

Rebecca & Laurie reminisce about a fun year of adventures!
Dec 29, 202131:11
Cooking Up A Storm!

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
Dec 22, 202128:02
Getting in the Holiday Spirit!

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!
Dec 08, 202133:02
Stepping back in history!

Stepping back in history!

Rebecca & Laurie visit the Dickinson County Museum to learn more about local history.
Nov 24, 202129:18
Okoboji Shopping!

Okoboji Shopping!

Rebecca and Laurie tell you about their latest adventure, shopping in Okoboji!
Nov 17, 202136:19
Spruce Tip Planters!

Spruce Tip Planters!

This week Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure marking spruce tip planters at Ferguson’s in Spirit Lake!
Nov 10, 202133:01
Music Bingo!

Music Bingo!

Rebecca & Laurie talk about their latest adventure playing music bingo at West O Beer!
Nov 03, 202127:29
Inspired by Antiques!

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!
Oct 27, 202132:04
Artists in Training!

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
Oct 20, 202134:55
The Sound of Fall!

The Sound of Fall!

Rebecca & Laurie talk about their recent hike on the Barney Peterson Memorial Trail at Gull Point State Park.
Oct 13, 202127:06
Boji Scare!

Boji Scare!

Rebecca & guest co-host Diane telll you about their Boji Scare experience through the “haunted” amusement park at Arnold’s Park!
Oct 06, 202127:14
Pumpkin Season!

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!
Sep 29, 202121:54
Jiggling Competition

Jiggling Competition

Rebecca & Laure talk about their latest adventure, entering into the Jell-O salad contest at the Clay County Fair!
Sep 23, 202129:11
Apple Picking!

Apple Picking!

Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure at the Little Sioux Orchard!
Sep 08, 202124:46
Fast Greens!

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!
Sep 01, 202125:36
Competitive Spirits

Competitive Spirits

Rebecca & Laurie check out the local pickle ball courts & challenge each other to a friend match!
Aug 25, 202129:16
Burning So Many Calories!

Burning So Many Calories!

Rebecca & Laurie talk about their recent e-bike tour around West Lake Okoboji and upcoming events!
Aug 18, 202132:26
Hole-In-One!

Hole-In-One!

Rebecca & Laurie check out a couple of area mini golf courses & tell you about upcoming events!
Aug 11, 202132:59
Little Standing. Lots of Laughter.

Little Standing. Lots of Laughter.

Rebecca & guest co-host Alison tell about their stand up paddle boarding adventure!
Aug 06, 202129:39
A Zen Way To Start The Day!

A Zen Way To Start The Day!

Rebecca & Laure take an outdoor yoga class overlooking West Lake Okoboji!
Jul 28, 202127:25
Side-Splitting Theatre

Side-Splitting Theatre

Rebecca & guest host, Laura visit the Okoboji Summer Theatre & review upcoming events!
Jul 21, 202135:14
Bouncing Our Day Away!

Bouncing Our Day Away!

Rebecca & Laurie visit Bouncelandia, the world’s largest bounce house! They’ll also tell you about upcoming Okoboji area events.
Jul 14, 202131:01
Living Their Best Life!

Living Their Best Life!

Rebecca & Riley visit a amp Foster YMCA to learn about what makes a week at camp so special!
Jul 08, 202133:57
We’re Basically Wind Experts Now!

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!
Jun 30, 202126:50
Iowa Palm Trees

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!
Jun 23, 202133:19
Park Day: It’s So Pretty!

Park Day: It’s So Pretty!

Rebecca, Laurie, & Riley tell about their day at Arnold’s Park Amusement Park, and upcoming Okoboji events!
Jun 16, 202133:06
We Caught So Many Fish!

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!
Jun 09, 202132:18
Special Episode: Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Museum Guided Tour

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.
May 28, 202132:30
Every Costume Should Have Feathers!

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!
May 26, 202130:39
Love-Love: Tennis & Okoboji!

Love-Love: Tennis & Okoboji!

Rebecca & guest co-host Angelia play tennis at Speier Park in Okoboji!
May 19, 202125:23
An Extra Spring In Our Step!

An Extra Spring In Our Step!

Rebecca & Laurie visit area parks including East Lake Park in Okoboji!
May 12, 202129:51
Keep The Disc Level!

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!
May 05, 202127:58
We Took A “Neature” Walk

We Took A “Neature” Walk

Rebecca & Laurie visit the Kettleson Hogsback Wildlife Management area to explore the trails!
Apr 29, 202129:48
Who Knows More About The Maritime Museum?

Who Knows More About The Maritime Museum?

This week Rebecca & Laurie visit the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum to learn more about lake history!
Apr 21, 202134:31
Shake Until Your Fingers Freeze

Shake Until Your Fingers Freeze

This week Rebecca was joined by special guest Hannah at The Beach Club Lounge for cocktail tasting & making!
Apr 08, 202126:22
Ax-cellent Adventure!

Ax-cellent Adventure!

Rebecca & Laurie learn ax throwing at The Throwing Post in Arnolds Park!
Mar 31, 202125:46