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Bison Fest at Botna Bend

November 5 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bonta Bend Park

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In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out at Botna Bend Park and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them. Swing by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fun, family-friendly activities, including:

- Say hello to Botna Bend’s live bison herd
- Atlatl and bison chip throwing
- Bison wool spinning
- Hay rack rides
- Bison artifacts
- Storytelling
- Crafts
- Fossil finding demonstration: Learn how to search for and find fossils
- Prairie hike: Learn how bison support vital prairie ecosystems

This event is free with a $3/vehicle park entry fee or membership. We'll see you there!

Contact: Kylie Gumpert
Phone: (712) 828-2140
Email: kylie.gumpert@pottcounty-ia.gov

Categories: Educational, Family Friendly, Outdoors

Bonta Bend Park
42926 Mahogany Road
Hancock, IA
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