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Published by:Table of ContentsArlington .............7Clermont .............9Elgin ..................15Fairbank ............19Fayette ..............20

Hawkeye ...........28Maynard ............36Oelwein .............38Randalia ............42St. Lucas ............46

Wadena .............50Waucoma ..........51Westgate ...........53West Union .......56

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� e Place to Live, Work & Play ................. 4Education .................................................. 5New Event Centers .................................... 8Heritage Farm Park ................................ 10Food for � ought .................................... 11Eagle Viewing ......................................... 12Barn Quilts .............................................. 13A� ordable Housing Funds ...................... 14Nothing Beats Good Ol’ NE Iowa ............ 17UIU Students Work in ‘Natural Lab’ ....... 22Volga River Rec Area .............................. 23Libraries .................................................. 24UIU: � e Answer for a College Degree ... 25Food & Fitness Initiative ......................... 27In the Spotlight ....................................... 30River Blu� s Scenic Byway ....................... 31

History of Lima Church .......................... 32Williams Center ...................................... 41Worship ................................................... 43TRRC ....................................................... 44Agate Hunting ......................................... 47Turkey River ............................................ 48Pioneer Cemeteries ................................. 52Iowa Food Hub ........................................ 54Archery ................................................... 59Fayette County Fair ................................. 62Attractions .............................................. 64Gol� ng .................................................... 65Camping .................................................. 66Entertainment ........................................ 69Emergency Services ................................ 70

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Work, Play’‘Live, Fayette County boasts approximately 720 square miles of stunning Iowa landscape, which varies from native prairies to rolling hills to rugged limestone bluff s. Scenic views can be found at a large variety of state, county, and city parks, including the Volga River Recreation Area, which remains one of the state’s largest parks of its kind. History pertaining not only to the county, but the entire state, can be found at a number of muse-ums in various Fayette County communities.

Other sites visitors will not want to miss include the many unique cemeteries, bridges, churches, statues, country schoolhouses, barns, and barn quilts. Farmers’ markets, nature centers, town celebrations, a corn maze, performing arts centers, stock car races and much, much, more draw local residents and visitors together. Fayette County boasts fi ve community school districts (North Fayette, Oelwein, Valley, Starmont, and West Central) and a private university (Upper Iowa University).

Fayette County Economic Development is part of the Northeast Iowa Business Network. Whether starting up a business and looking for a place for it to begin or a current northeast Iowa company seeking a partner that can facilitate growth, free help and services can be found with Fayette County Economic Development. Further information to “Live, Work, and Play” in Fayette County can be found throughout this publication.

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Traditionally, Fayette County’s fi ve school districts rank higher than the

state average in nearly every education sub-ject. A skilled and knowledgeable workforce deserves a great deal of the credit, as the aver-age teacher in Fayette County possesses over 15 years of educational experience. Th e fi ve renowned school districts are as follows:

North Fayette and Valley Community schools

North Fayette Community School Dis-trict (CSD) is in a whole-grade sharing agree-ment with Valley CSD. Th e sharing agreement sends grades 7-8 to Valley and 9-12 to North Fayette. As of 2015, the two school districts were in discussion to potentially consolidate. North Fayette CSD enrolls approximately 830 students with centers in West Union and Fayette. North Fayette also benefi ts from the

strong community support of residents from Hawk-eye, Eldorado, and Alpha. Th e district offi ces and North Fayette Valley (NFV) High School are located in West Union. Th e high school boasts excellent facilities, including a

Performing Arts Center and newly renovated athletic fi elds. NFV Middle School is located in rural Elgin and serves grades 7-8 with a full range of activities and academic opportunities.

NF Elementary schools are located in West Union and Fayette and include Pre-K program partnerships in all communities. Valley CSD’s offi ce and PK-6th grade are located in the rural community of Elgin. Valley students also largely come from the communi-ties of Clermont and Wadena. Both North Fayette and Valley are focusing on implementation of the Iowa Core Curricu-lum through Professional Learning Communi-ties and are advancing their infrastructure for integration of technology tools at all grade levels. Administrators and staff are active in examining ways to expand the schools’ involvement in the national Project Lead Th e Way engineering edu-cation programs.

Oelwein Community Schools

Th e Oelwein Community School District is “forming the future” by accepting, educating, guiding, inspiring, and caring about students in order that they may achieve their fullest poten-tial. Oelwein, Hazleton, Stanley, and the sur-rounding rural areas make up the local school district.

Fayette County Schools rank

above averageNorth Fayette Valley High School

Oelwein High School

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Over 92 percent of Oelwein students graduate and over 87 percent go on to postsecondary education. Over 80 percent of students participate in at least one sport or school extracurricular activity. Nearly 75 percent of high school graduates earn college credit by the time they graduate from high school. Over 40 college class-es are off ered at the Northeast Iowa Community College Regional Academy for Math and Sciences (RAMS) Center in Oelwein or at Oelwein High School. Th e RAMS Center off ers credit, recertifi cation and profes-sional development courses in both face-to-face and ICN formats. Th e facility includes three traditional classrooms, two science labs, one fully networked computer lab, one Project Lead Th e Way lab, an ICN Room, offi ce and conference space, and commons area.

Starmont Community School District Starmont Community School District has a vision to improve student achievement through high expectations, academic em-phasis, frequent monitoring of student progress, safe and orderly environment, instructional leadership and a home/school part-nership. Starmont largely includes community members from Straw-berry Point, Arlingtion, and Lamont. School district goals set in 2014-2015 included: Th e Starmont Community School District will seek ways to inform and involve the public and encourage collaboration with and feedback from stakeholders. Th e Starmont Community School District will align its cur-riculum with the Iowa Core (literacy, math, science, social studies and 21st-century skills); monitor and assess curriculum imple-mentation, including integration of technology, and make revi-sions to ensure increased student achievement. Th e Starmont Community School District will support the professional development and continuous learning of the board of education, administration, and staff through research-based learning strategies that incorporate 21st-century learning.

Th e Starmont Community School District will ensure fi nan-cial responsibility to its stakeholders through fi scally responsible measures and seek ways to promote fi nancial stability and growth.

West Central Community School District Th e mission of the West Central Community School District in Maynard is to work together with parents and community and to provide the highest quality education with which children and adults grow in knowledge, skills, and respect for the challenges of school and the life beyond. Th e school district’s goals are as follows: •Developskillsofcommunicationinreading,writing,speak-ing, listening, and calculations. •Learnhowtorespectandgetalongwithpeoplewithwhomwe work and live, who think and act diff erently, and who come from diff erent cultures. •Understandskillsneededtobesuccessfulinafamilysitua-tion, a job, and in the community. •Practiceandunderstandtheideasofahealthylifestyle. •Developskillsinusingtechnology. •Developskillstobealifelonglearner. • Continue preK-12 postsecondary Career Education pro-gram to gain information for making job and career choic-es. In partnership with Northeast Iowa Community College, West Central High School hosts the Northeast Iowa Charter High School. Th e charter schoolprovides students with a fast track to com-pletion of postsecondary training in either an associate’s degree or four-year course of study. Students have access to expanded pro-gramming specifi c to career-oriented areas. Moreover, the charter school is individualized for the stu-dents and gives all students access to college credit, includinglow SES students and those with IEPs. In addition, NICC provides ad-ditional programs and courses not available at West Central.

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Arlington Community Event Center

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Where the hills and prairie meet Once known as Brush

Creek, Arlington, a community of approximately 470, celebrated its sesquicen-tennial in 2006. Th e town en-compasses 1.05 square miles. Located 60 miles from Waterloo, Iowa; 158 miles from Madison, Wis.; 65 miles from Cedar Rap-ids, Iowa; and 281 miles from Chicago, Arlington has a post offi ce, locally owned bank, state-accredited library, volunteer fi re department, 24-hour paramedic services, and a medical clinic. In addition to Arlington’s local medical clinic, residents utilize services at nearby hospitals in Oelwein, West Union, and Man-chester. A pharmacy in Fayette makes deliveries to homes in Arlington. Businesses include a con-venience store; meat locker; in-surance agency; repair shops; a farmers’ cooperative; electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling businesses; a massage therapist; a landscaping business; an auc-tion house; creamery; photogra-phers; a beauty shop; a realtor; numerous seed corn dealers, and one bar. Townspeople may worship at any of three churches. Recreational opportunities are numerous. Arlington main-tains three parks, including a tennis court. Th e surrounding area is known for its trout fi sh-ing; turkey, deer, and pheasant hunting; camping and other outdoor activities. Also nearby are Brush Creek Reserve, Back-bone State Park, and Volga River

Recreation Area. Several golf courses and swimming pools are within 20 miles of Arlington. Th e Arlington Days annual summer celebration, sponsored by an active community club, at-tracts people from all over for a period of three days. Its parade is known as one of the fi nest in northeast Iowa. Other features appealing to a wide variety of ages are four day-care centers, senior citizens housing, the senior citizens meal site, and various social organiza-tions. A new 9,000 sq. ft . Commu-

nity Event Center will open its doors in the summer of 2015. It will be available for recreational activities along with rental space for events. Th e Community Center will also include an ex-ercise area, full kitchen, meeting room and beverage serving area. Th e American Legion is an active service organization. Activities available to Ar-

lington youth are summer Little League, 4-H, Scouts, and vari-ous church youth groups. Starmont, a pre-school through 12-grade consoli-

dated public school facility, is located fi ve miles from town. Th e school is known for its quality education, in-novative programs, and a ratio of one teacher for every 12 students. A wide variety of extracurricular opportuni-ties are off ered through Starmont. Residents who wish to further their education may choose from several nearby institutions. Th ree community colleges are within short driving distance. Th e closest four-

year colleges include Upper Iowa University in Fayette. Several airports are within a ra-dius of 18 to 72 miles. Th e town boasts one of its own, Brian Schoenjahn, as state senator. Arlington maintains a gentle, quiet-paced lifestyle refl ected in the many lifelong residents. Its friendly people take advantage of aff ordable living, cable television, and wireless Internet. Arlington is dedicated to com-munity and economic development. It encourages entrepreneurs, start-up businesses, and established business-es to investigate the opportunities the community has to off er. Come to Arlington, Iowa – the only town in the state where six cor-ners converge at its entrance.

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Located at opposite corners of Fayette County, the cities of Ar-lington and Waucoma have each garnered support for new commu-nity/event centers in their respective towns.


Th anks to local farmer Chris Soules’ appearance on “Th e Bach-elorette,” and his subsequent role as “Prince Farming” on ABC network’s hit “Th e Bachelor,” you’d have to live in a cave not to have heard of the community of Arlington. Capitalizing on Soules’ fame and the attention it gave to this town of 429 people, the fundraising commit-

tee for a new Arlington Community Event Center created a 2015 calendar featuring “Th e Other Bachelors of Arlington, IA.” Each month features a professional photograph of one of the area’s eligible bachelors, each of whom also has a farm background or is currently farming. Since the calendar was pub-lished, one of the bachelors has be-come engaged. Th e others, however, are enjoying their fame as they make appearances at autograph signings and appeared with Soules at a fun-draising event sponsored by Hy-Vee in Cedar Rapids dubbed “Cocktails with Chris.” Th e cost to construct the new

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community center is $1.1 million. A $200,000 USDA grant was awarded to assist with funding the project aft er supporters raised $750,000 on their own. With the “Cocktails’”event, about $50,000 of the remaining $200,000 has been raised, leaving just $150,000 in the capital campaign. Fundraising din-ners, calendar sales and other events, are ongoing. Th e new community center will feature a full kitchen and separate beverage serving area. A portable di-vider separates a meeting room for 75 people on one side and a banquet-type room seating 325 on the other. Th e partition can be removed to connect the two areas. Th e smaller area is ex-pected to be used as a senior meal site and for senior activities, as well as pos-sibly by Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Th e larger banquet-type area will be ideal for wedding receptions, grad-uation parties, anniversaries and other community events. Additionally, there will be a fi t-ness area with exercise equipment and a mini-gymnasium or recreation area for other activities. With construction well under-way, the tentative completion date of the community center is Aug. 1, 2015. Waucoma Event Center When a local 4-H group came to the Waucoma City Council in 2010 with a proposal to spruce up the old Legion Hall, it triggered an idea that began to take root in the minds of some of the residents of the commu-nity. What if, instead of putting money into an older building just to bring it up to code, they raised enough money

to build a new larger facility that could host a variety of gatherings? Th e brainstorming amongst sev-eral interested community members began, and the idea for the Waucoma Event Center was born. Once non-profi t status had been achieved, the group offi cially began fundraising for the project in October 2013. Fayette County Community Foundation, an affi liate of the Com-munity Foundation of Northeast Iowa, provided a charitable grant of $12,600. Th ings only seemed to accelerate aft er that, with numerous people showing interest in helping out by donating time, money, materials, and participat-ing in doing some of the work. Even the 4.78 acres west of town on which the facility now stands was donated to the cause by the family of Roberta and the late Leonard Brannon. On April 29, 2014, ground was broken on the project, which turned out to be none too soon. Th e fi rst event, a wed-ding, took place just fi ve months later on Sept. 27. Th e Waucoma Event Center in-cludes two main rooms, an 85-foot by 72-foot “Great Room” for larger gath-erings and a 20-foot by 35-foot room called the Brannon Room for smaller, more intimate events. Th ere is also a full kitchen and a full bar. Th e new structure has already hosted a Hunters’ Dinner, the annual Twisted 5K event, “Christmas in Wau-coma,” a New Year’s celebration, and other communitywide events. Th e success of these two projects are an example of the many invest-ments Fayette County has made in its communities and future generations.

Newest event centers are among latest community investments

Waucoma Event Center


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M-F, 5-10; Sat. & Sun., 6-10 with 24-Hour Pumps!

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• Hand-Dipped Ice Cream• Fresh Picadilly Pizza• Fresh hand-breaded

chicken dinners• Ice & LP Tanks• Coffee bar

Today Clermont is a place of history, which is of interest to many people.

Clermont is also a place of many diverse ac-tivities. Yes, it is a very historic community, but it is also interested in farming activities, canoe-ing, fishing, bicycling, the arts, music — vocal, instrumental, organ — parks, biking/walking trails, etc.

Organ concerts Organists come from across the United States to play the world’s largest extant tubular pneumatic Kimball pipe organ.

Concerts are held at 2:30 p.m. on the last Sunday of the month from May to November at Union Sunday School. For information, call 563-423-7173.

Montauk Iowa governor William Larrabee’s home, Montauk, is open to the public from noon to 4 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day and Friday-Sunday from Labor Day to October 31. For more information, call 563-423-7173.

Historical sites •ClermontStateMuseum:OpenFridayto

Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day. • Riegel Blacksmith Shop: Restoredbuilding; artifacts all catalogued. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Self-directed tour. For information, call 563-423-5561. • Lincoln statue in Lincoln Park;David B. Henderson statue; Church of Our Saviour Episcopal Church; Larrabee School with renowned painting, city park.

Recreational activities •TurkeyRiveractivities:Tubing,ca-noeing •Camping,fishing,swimming,pad-dle boats and many other activities avail-able at Quarry Lodge/Skip-a-Way. For more information, call 563-423-7338. • Snowmobile trails: See city map(www.clermontia.org.)

Heritage Farm Park • Small-animal exhibit, tractor pullsand craft shows in the spring and fall, 4th of July small-engine show and exhibits. •Historicalbuildings representingasmall community; tours upon request. •Bookings forweddingsand recep-tions, graduation parties, birthday par-ties, dances and showers. •Fishinginfreshwaterpond. •Biking,hiking,horsebackridingonspecific trails. •CampingsitesforRVandprimitive(tents) camping. Call 563-419-8534 for more informa-tion or check the website www.clermon-tia.org for a calendar of events.

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Heritage Farm Park near Cl-ermont is a recreational and edu-cational facility whose purpose is to celebrate and preserve the rural agricultural and cultural heritage of northeast Iowa. Every eff ort has been made to keep the buildings and grounds as historically accurate as possible. Th e park off ers the following: * Camping – Th ere are 60 RV campsites with electrical hookups. Primitive camping is available in the Outback Park and Shelter, and there is equestrian camping with approxi-mately 10 miles of trails. Water, fl ush toilets, wireless Internet access and showers are available. * Th e Appleman Barn, built in 1890 by Capt. Alias Appleman, father-in-law to Gov. William Lar-rabee, who settled Clermont in 1862. * Historic buildings includ-ing a silo, blacksmith shop, country schoolhouses (including Clermont

Riverside No. 2), covered bridges, a log cabin and a train caboose. * Antique farm equipment, plus a smokehouse, sawmill, corncrib and sorghum shed. * A 1940s Motor Lodge / Hon-eymoon Cottage available for rent. Recreational activities within the 105-acre Farm Park include fi shing, swimming, hiking, wildlife viewing, and the hillside waterslide. Groups work with the Farm Park to hold events such as wed-dings, reunions, meetings, auctions, daily retreats, school fi eld trips, trac-tor pulls, craft fairs, music events, and sledding parties.

Contact InformationHeritage Farm Park Hwy. 18, P.O. Box 142 Clermont, IA 52135Phone: (563) 423-5199E-mail: [email protected]

Fun on the farm –

Brick Manor610 State Street, Clermont

For reservations, please call 563-422-1712.

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Camping Available• 60 RV campsites with electrical• Primitive & equestrian camping• Hiking, fi shing & bird watching• Paddle boarding & swimming• Barn rental for special events

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FOOD fOR tHOUGHT

Clermont – Quarry Lodge 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays May through Sept.

Elgin – Elgin City Park5-7 p.m. ThursdayMay through Sept.

Fayette – Open-Air Market 305 W. Water St 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays May through Sept.

Oelwein – South City Parking Lot3-6 p.m. Mondays8-11 a.m. FridaysMay through Oct.

West Union – Redeemer Lutheran Church Parking Lot 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays3-5:30 p.m. FridaysMay through Oct.

Meat

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Tony’s Wadena Locker 230 S. Mill St., Wadena (563) 774-2725

Arlington Locker796 Main St., Arlington (563) 633-3145

Fairbank Locker104 Grove St., Fairbank (319) 635-2595

Schuchmann Farm 1659- 80th St., Arlington (563) 633-2685

FJM Produce Francis Martin 17542 Empire Rd., Wadena (563) 774-2023Turkey, Chicken, Vegetables

Fagle View Meats Dan and Melissa FagleWest Union(563) 380-1752Beef

Koehn Berries and Produce13814 220th St., West Union (563) 422-3716Strawberries, Raspberries, Vegetables

Roadside StandsDown’s Produce Charles and Brenda Downs 17443 Lincoln Rd., Fayette (563) 422-8209Local Produce, Homemade Jams, Local Wines

CSA

Grown Locally P.O. Box 293, Clermont (563) 380-9848

Iowa Food Hub124 East Elm St., West Union (563) 203-1856

Wholesale

Fairfi eld Farm Larry Reiling7336 Great River Rd., Clermont (563) 380-0742Sustainably Grown Potatoes (bulk), Produce, Grains, Beef, Pork, Legumes, Forage

Yost Farms, LLC Glen Yost16226 Nature Rd., West UnionTomatoes, Upper Iowa Organics

J&J ProduceJon Halverson21459 P Ave., Hawkeye(563) 380-2386Cherry Tomatoes, Grape Tomatoes

Rolling Hills 24803 Ironwood Rd., West Union (563) 422-9311Hydroponically Grown Salad Mixes and Living Lettuces, Basil Pots

Country View Dairy 15197 230th St., Hawkeye(563) 422-8633Yogurt

Farms

Fassbinder Apiaries1003 200th St., Elgin (563) 426-5462Honey

Kerns Sweet Corn 1308 2nd St. SE, Oelwein (319) 621-1361Sweet Corn

Gordon’s Garden Gordon Murray-John14009 120th St., Maynard (563) 637-2766Vegetables

Faith Acres Leanna Guyer17783 Palace Rd., Hawkeye (563) 428-4424Cage-Free Hens, Milking and Meat Goats, Meat Rabbits, Produce, Pork, Eggs

Cedar Ridge 24635 A Ave., Elgin (563) 423-5153Grains, Vegetables, Corn

Timber Ridge Gardens, Greenhouse & Bakery Sara and Randi Vagts 28011 Muskrat Rd., West Union (563) 422-5844Produce, Flowers, Herbs, Baked Goods

Bulk FoodShady Lane Bakery 25489 Alberta Rd., Clermont (563) 382-2949Bulk Food, Baked Goods

Greenhouses

Cannon’s Greenhouse345 Eastline, Westgate (563) 578-8669

Corner Market & Greenhouse 5851 Palace Rd., Oelwein (319) 283-1905Flowers, Plants, Trees, Bushes, Vegetables, Perennials, Annuals

K&K Gardens 108 E. Wilbur St., Hawkeye (563) 427-5373Perenials, Annuals, Ornamentals, Water Garden Plants, Accesso-ries, Local Food

Fox Produce & GreenhouseRueben and Lucy Fox17762 150th St., Randalia (563) 428-4638Vegetables, Produce, Flowers, Baked Goods

Farmers’ Markets

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Unionland Market108 S. Walnut St., West Union(563) 422-5022Bulk Food, Baked Goods

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A life-size metal eagle’s nest has been put into place in front of the Valley Elementary and North Fayette Valley Middle School, along the bike trail that runs from Clermont to El-gin. The struc-ture serves as a teaching tool for those who walk or bike the trail. The structure is made of steel pipe, used drill rod from oil wells, and old rebar. It also features a four-foot-tall eagle cut from sheet metal. The concept of an interactive ea-gle’s nest sculpture, along with a sta-tionary set of viewing binoculars to view a real eagle’s nest on the nearby Turkey River, was the dream of stu-dents involved with the project. An

Iowa Living Roadways Trail Vision-ing Project was awarded to the Valley Green Team from Valley Community School. With the help of Trees For-ever and Iowa Living Roadways, stu-

dents from the Green Team were a part of the design process for the nest. Through generous do-nations from the family of the late Don Fauser, the eagle’s nest has now become a reality. Fauser,

a longtime Elgin resident and outdoor enthusiast, was also a strong support-er of Valley Community School. The nest will have an educational impact on students as well as other nature lovers who use the trail.

Eagle viewingalong Fayette County trail

Dorothy Fauser, wife of the late Don Fauser


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Southwestern Loop1 Oelwein Historical Museum • Yankee

Puzzle Hwy. 150, Oelwein2 Joe & Cheryl Roth • Star & Pinwheels 2902 T Avenue, Oelwein 3 John & Barbara Puff • Sugar Bowl 3657 T Avenue, Oelwein 4 Chuck & Judy Smith • 5440 or Fight 6705 T Avenue, Oelwein 5 Justin & Amber Decker • Grandmother’s

Cross 21374 90th Street, Westgate 6 Rick & Theresa Pagel • Temple Court 1776 Y Avenue, Sumner 7 Tom & Beth Buhr • Pinwheel Variation 22061 100th Street, Westgate 8 Dean Rueber • Handy Andy 21015 100th Street, Westgate 9 James & Susan Buhr • Whirlwind 19948 100th Street, Westgate 10 Bill & Kari Bunn • Flying X 11547 T Avenue, Westgate11 Gayle & Deloris Tellin • Crown of Thorns 9276 T Avenue, Westgate 12 Shirley Fettkether • Contrary Wife 17079 100th Street, Maynard 13 Bill & Pat Albrecht • Starlight 800 Maynard Street, Maynard 14 Alan & Judy Albrecht • Lucky Clover 9831 P Avenue, Maynard 15 Robert Eldridge • Clay’s Choice 530 1st Street North, Maynard 16 Harold & Kay Gieselman • Goose in the

Pond 5862 Palace Road, Oelwein 17 Ann & David Schmidt • County Fair 5748 S Avenue, Oelwein

Northwestern Loop18 Gary & Laurie Stauffer • Yankee Puzzle 15582 X Avenue, Sumner 19 Bob & Trudy Campbell • Ohio Star 19535 R Avenue, Hawkeye 20 Daryl & Mary Pape • Sun Bonnet Sue 20613 210th Street, Hawkeye 21 Duane & Olivia Pleggenkuhle • Double

Windmill 21942 210th Street, Hawkeye 22 Daryl & Sanda Weidemann • Old Maid’s

Puzzle 22892 W Avenue, Hawkeye 23 Dennis & Cathy Dietzenbach • Whirlpool (2 barn quilts) 22385 275th Street, Wau-

coma24 Duane & Wilma Balk • Dresden Plate 20724 Scenic Road, Waucoma 25 Loretta Kleve • Sawtooth 20072 Scenic Rd., Waucoma26 Brian Stammeyer • Dogtooth Violet 29475 Rose Road, West Union 27 Bernice Hackman • Summer Winds 28383 Rose Road, West Union 28 Chris & Jennifer Stanbrough Square in a Square 24879 Lincoln Road, West Union

29 West Union Hardware • Flower Basket 301 Hwy. 150 N., West Union 30 Ron & Donna Bodensteiner • Double Star 14317 230th Street, West Union 31 Dennis & Judy Walvatne • John Deere

Tractor 17237 230th Street, Hawkeye 32 Gene & Jane Nuss • Star Shades 20798 Q Ave., Hawkeye33 Harold & Barbara Ungerer • Odd Fellows

Chain 17459 190th Street, Hawkeye 34 Rod & Kristy Morse • Peace & Plenty 19464 Neon Road, Fayette 35 Mark & Barb Lauer • Cornucopia 13967 190th Street, Fayette 36 Carol Wolfs • Hole in the Barn Door 11281 190th Street, West Union 37 Doug & Jan Kiel • Windmill 18214 Lincoln Road, West Union 38 Downs Produce • Corn & Beans 17443 Lincoln Road, Fayette

Northeastern Loop39 Don & Rita Anderson • Sawtooth 30391 Harding Road, Postville 40 Heritage Farm Park • Flying Geese North of Clermont on Hwy 18 41 Kim & Lois Dummermuth • Crossed Ca-

noes 23347 Canoe Road, Elgin 42 Brad & JoEllen MacKenzie • Rolling Star 6445 Harding Road, Elgin 43 Cliff & Ellie Medberry • Corn & Beans (The Schori Barn) across from 22893 Canoe Road, Elgin

44 Pat Hunsberger • Dutchman’s Puzzle 19945 Acorn Road, Elgin 45 Fred Schneider • Next-Door Neighbor 18625 Acorn Road, Elgin 46 Brian & Tammy Moser • North Star 2943 Filmore Road, Elgin 47 John & Marlene Grimm • Hen & Chicks 17884 Cedar Road, Elgin 48 Tim Streif & Amanda Lane • Rail Fence 15527 Cedar Road, Wadena 49 Gaylon & Peggy Jennings • Lucky Clover 15047 Cedar Road, Wadena 50 Kim Livingston • Jacob’s Ladder Grey building by Volga River (W51), Wadena51 James & Sue Updegraff • Gentleman’s

Fancy 20315 Lincoln Road, West Union 52 Don & Donna Baumler • Harvest Star 1305 Hwy 150 South, West Union 53 Fayette County Fairgrounds • West Union Loop through fairgrounds from Hwy 56 A. County Fair (Dairy Bldg) B. 4-Leaf Clover (4-H Exhibit Building)54 1800s Historic Gristmill 311 N. Pine Street, West Union 55 Bill & Ruby Miller • Father’s Choice 27652 Lincoln Road, West Union 56 Dale & Lynette Mork • Schoolhouse 8891 Great River Road, West Union 57 Joseph & Gayle Olson • Maple Leaf 5886 Great River Road, Clermont

Southeastern Loop58 Fayette County Tourism Center • Log

Cabin Junction of Hwys 150 & 93, Fayette 59 Irene Carey • Shoo Fly 9729 K Avenue, Fayette 60 Pete & Jeanie Kalb 4875 I Avenue, Stanley 61 TJ & Christi Stecklein • Prosperity 7442 40th Street, Aurora 62 Howard & Jane Weger • Square in a

Square 6760 40th Street, Aurora 63 Ervin & Jeannine Tucker • Goose Tracks 3036 50th Street, Arlington 64 Jeri & Debbie Watson • Bird’s Nest 6509 C Avenue, Arlington 65 Russ & Janice Breitsprecher • Bear’s

Paw 250 Main Street, Arlington 66 Randy & Joyce Knickerbocker Grandmother’s Fan 7508 Eisenhower Road, Arlington 67 Jim & Jean Turner • Card Trick 2281 Bell Road, Arlington 68 David & Leslie Wynthein • Broken Dishes 10425 D Avenue, Arlington 69 Randall Nus • Double Windmill 4358 90th Street, Arlington 70 Chris & Mary Boehm • Lemoyne Star 12802 D Avenue, Wadena

Eldorado is an unincorporated village of about 60 to 80 people in Dover Township in the northern part of Fayette County. Th e Turkey River winds along the northernmost part of the village. St. Peter Lutheran Church (ELCA), the two-spired church in the valley, is the center of a notable scenic view from the hill above the town.

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Elgin Community EventsFebruary: Annual Elgin Library Book Sale; Spring: Easter basket hunt; May: Spring townwide garage sales; June:

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The people of Elgin invite you to experience their vibrant com-munity. Today the town of Elgin is home to over 40 retail and

service businesses. Th e city is proud of its civic organizations that en-hance the quality of life for about 700 residents. A drive through the resi-dential area and the new Hidden Valley housing development will show the pride of ownership the citizens and business owners of this beautiful valley display. A new Emergency Services building houses the Volunteer Fire Department and ambulance equipment and all disaster coordination

groups. North Fayette Valley Middle School and Valley Elementary serve Elgin and the surrounding communities. An Early Childhood Educa-tion Center allows students to complete their entire education through middle school in one location. Lifelong learning is accomplished at Elgin’s beautiful library. It off ers various children’s activities such as an aft er-school and summer reading program. Many adult activities are also popular there, such as the Book Club, Writers Workshop, and Friends.

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Th e American Legion Veterans Memorial Com-munity Building is used for a senior citizen meal site, community activities, receptions and Legion-spon-sored summer steak fi res. Elgin is proud of the many public parks with plantings of fl owers, shrubs and trees, picnic and rest room facilities and playgrounds for everyone’s enjoy-ment. One has a lighted ballpark and is home to part of the Valley Summer Recreation Program. As you follow the “Fayette County Barn Quilt Trail” through Elgin, you will fi nd the Gilbertson Conservation Education Area at the east edge of town. Th is 345-acre recreational paradise and histori-cal/educational area is sure to be a visitor’s delight. A visit can be made to the petting zoo in season, and the Maize Maze across the road, where the mazemaster and his assistants will attempt to stump you in your attempt to navigate through the paths. Th e Gilbert-son campground on the bank of the Turkey River also off ers canoe access and equestrian and cross country skiing trails. Th e Turkey River meanders along the valley and Otter Creek, which borders Elgin on the south side, is stocked regularly and regarded as one of the best trout streams in Iowa. Th ey both off er a paradise for avid fi shermen with bass and trout in abundance. Canoeing and tubing in the summer are popular recreational water sports. In December, Elgin becomes “Th e Christmas Place” with a decorated city park, business holiday open houses, caroling, craft shows, and Santa visits. Th e children of the area enjoy the annual Easter egg hunt and also the Halloween party, sponsored by Elgin Community Betterment Club (ECBC). Serving the spiritual needs of the community are four churches lo-cated in town and several churches in the surrounding rural area. Th e Elgin Homecoming celebration is celebrated every fi ve years with a parade, an original musical featuring local talent, wonderful food, school reunions, children’s activities, street dance and entertainment in the city park, which translates into a good time for young and old alike and a time to renew old acquaintances and make new friends. A new initiative called Elgin 2023 began in Elgin in 2007. Th e pur-

pose is to create a preferred future for the Elgin community, which en-sures a good place to raise a family, recreate and play, with good jobs, and expanded retail opportunities. Th ere are educational opportunities for everyone within a culture that promotes our best values. Elgin extends an invitation to you to come to Fayette County’s beau-tiful valley and explore this exciting community. A bit of history: Th e fi rst house in Pleasant Valley Township was built in the area known as “Shin Bone Valley,” an Indian hunting and burial ground on the banks of the Turkey River. Th is area was opened for settlement when the Sac and Fox tribes ceded this land to the United States. In 1854 the settlement was named Elgin and thrived with Swiss and Norwegian settlers and other immigrants following. Lumber and feed mills, retail businesses, churches, a school, hotels, the railroad and post offi ce were established. Th e town fl ourished and grew. “Elgin, Th en and Now,” written by the local Elgin Historical Society, records the town’s his-tory and can be found in the Historical Center. Wellkommen!

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Many say that nothing rivals the beautiful scenery that

countries like France or Sweden have to off er. Some, however, would say that you couldn’t be more wrong. Danielle Dotzenrod of Elgin is one of those people. “Before I even moved away from Iowa, I knew that I would be back,” noted the Tennis Channel television show host. “Northeast Iowa just has so much to off er that you can’t get anywhere else.” Dotzenrod got her start at the age of 16. She won a national Elite Look modeling competition and represented the U.S. at an interna-tional competition in Korea. Aft er making her name in the modeling world, the young north-east Iowa country girl packed up her bags and moved to the big city. Aft er a brief stint in New York

City, she moved to the opposite side of the map, fi nding a home in Los Angeles. “One of the hardest things to deal with about the city was trying to fi nd a country station on the radio,” joked Dotzenrod. “Th ere was maybe one or two in L.A., and that was hard to adjust to.” From there, Dotzenrod landed a job with the Tennis Channel, where she hosted the show “Fit to Hit” for fi ve years. Aft er that show ended, she stayed with the network and became the host of “Tour Guide.” “Th e show follows some of the major tennis organizations around the world,” she stated. Th e former model has traveled to such countries as Singapore, Co-lumbia, France, and Sweden, as well as many locations around the U.S. “I truly enjoy getting to travel

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the world and see everything that oth-er countries have to off er,” said Dot-zenrod. “I always dreamed of having the benefi t of both living at home in northeast Iowa and getting to see the world.” In 2013, her dream came true when she decided that 13 years in the big city was enough. Dotzenrod pur-chased a property in downtown Elgin to turn into a restaurant and moved back to her hometown area. “When I moved back, we drove from California to Iowa straight through,” noted the country-style restaurant owner. “We arrived at 6 a.m. and were working on getting the building ready by 7 a.m.” Th e new restaurant, which is rec-ognized for its penny-covered fl oor and barn-board interior, opened in March 2013 under the name Dotzy’s Restaurant and Saloon. “Th e restaurant was the real driv-ing force that pushed me to come back home,” she added. “Deep down, I knew I would eventually fi nd my way back.” Th e 1997 graduate of South Win-neshiek High School keeps a full plate in front of her, managing the restau-rant and continuing to travel for her television career. Dotzenrod recently purchased land in the area as well. She eventually plans to build a home on the prop-erty, but will use it for camping in the meantime. “I love camping! And I don’t mean sitting in a big RV with air

conditioning and satellite TV,” she laughed. “I like to rough it in a tent. It’s not really camping any other way.” Another favorite way to spend her free time is horseback riding. “I have always had a passion for horses and riding,” she added. “When I was in Los Angeles, I had plenty of opportunities to ride, but never did because it made me miss home too much.” Last year, Danielle invited fi ve of her friends from Los Angeles to come visit her in Elgin. She had many fun activities planned that you can only do in a place like Iowa. Th e group of six went tubing down the Turkey River, which they all agreed was the best part of the trip. Th ey also went mudding on four-wheelers and spent time practicing their aim at the shooting range. “I think it was a bit of a culture shock,” stated Dotzenrod. “But they got to see some of the great things that I have the opportunity to do every single day here in Fayette County.” Overall, the traveling enthusiast and restaurant entrepreneur believes there are just too many reasons that she prefers small-town Iowa life to the hustle and bustle of the big city. “Of course, the traffi c is one of the most obvious,” she joked. “But in all seriousness, the sense of pride and the way that a community pulls together in times of need and in times of cele-bration in towns like Elgin, and across all of Iowa, are the things that really make me proud to live here.”

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es. Many of the town’s businesses are growing and expanding their facilities. Fairbank off ers an aquatic center, and golfi ng is available just west of town. During the out-door months several parks have picnic facilities and playground equipment available. Riverside Park Trail remains a popular place for young and old to go for a peaceful stroll. Th ere are many businesses and amenities for any visitor or sightseer right here in town. And don’t forget, Fairbank Days are held each summer. Come join the fun! Welcome to Fairbank!

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Th e Volga River winds its way through town, providing unlimited recreational opportunities, and the 5,700-acre Volga River Recreation Area, a state park, is only fi ve miles away. On the west edge of Fayette is Klock’s Island, a beautiful 10-acre park for overnight camping. Th e grounds off er shelters with electric-ity, picnic tables, and a new build-ing with modern showers and rest-rooms. A network of paved trails pro-vides recreation opportunities for many. Th e east/west trail reaches 2.7 miles across town from Klock’s Island Park to the 18-hole golf course at Big Rock Country Club. Th e north/south trail starts at Fayette’s sports complex, Cardinal Park, and goes 2.5 miles into the

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churches, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic, First United Methodist, Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Fayette Community, and Grace Lutheran, as well as an active American Legion group that holds an annual Memo-rial Day ceremony at the community’s Veterans Me-morial. Fayette’s annual Watermelon Days in September

is fun for the whole family with a pa-rade, games, raffles, silent auction, food vendors, fireworks, community dinner and, of course, free all-you-can-eat watermelon! The beautifully restored historical Opera House with full kitchen facili-ties can be rented for celebrations. The city hosts an Open-Air Mar-ket where vendors sell fresh produce, plants, and baked goods from June until the end of September. The many businesses along the refurbished Main street include restaurants/piz-za shops, sports bars, a flower shop, dental office, coffee shop, attorney’s office, convenience store, hardware store, plumbing shop, grocery store, several gas stations, two hair salons and a barber shop, and insurance of-fices. Fayette also has Rainbow Land Preschool/Day Care, a quality facility for children. Fayette welcomes visitors as well as potential new residents. The City offers incentive programs for new residential and business construction and for downtown façade improve-ments. Fayette is where the seasons change with the splash and splendor of color throughout our limestone hills. Fayette is the best of what nature and people have to offer!

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Upper Iowa University is proud of its “natural laboratory” that ben-

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the community – the same thing. Conser-vation is important for our future genera-tions.” Among the studies that benefit stu-dents and community alike have been the following: •Kneelinginthegrassanddirt,con-servation management, environmental sci-ence, agricultural business, and education students gather around a trench dug next to a field of soybeans on the Dick Jensen farm near Elgin. The soil pit reveals many secrets. The students marvel at the soil horizon, the layers of dirt influenced by management practices. For Jensen, who switched from c o n v e n t i o n a l farming to no-till over 20 years ago, what they see in the soil pit is a good thing. His conservation efforts include sediment-retention struc-tures, terraces, ponds, restored prairie, tree plantings, an apiary, cover crops and water-way management. • Upper Iowa University studentshave been putting into practice what they discuss in the classroom through such partnerships with farmers like Jensen and the local National Resources Conserva-tion Service office. During a recent field trip students looked at water infiltration in a no-till field and a re-established prairie. Employing a penetrometer, they looked for layers of soil compaction and learned how management practices directly influence soil structure. • Monitoring controlled burns onnative prairies is a regular part of class-work for UIU ecology students. A well-established native prairie can benefit from burning every three years or more for renovation and weed control. Many prai-rie plants react favorably to periodic burns as a means of stratification (placement of seeds to promote germination). A suc-

Upper Iowa Soil & Water Conservation students visit with Elgin farmer Dick Jensen. They worked hands-on with Jensen, the district conservationist, soil conservationist, soil scientists from the NRCS office to study the effects of conservation farming practices vs. conventional farming practices.

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Glacial remnants in area farm fields were studied by UIU stu-dents to determine which glaciers affected the region. This one is near Nashua.

cessful controlled burn needs just the right conditions. Most burns occur before new vegetation appears, when there is a moder-ate breeze without gusting. •UIUstudentsengageinavarietyofresearch projects that study wildlife area, which is aimed at improving and increas-ing habitat to sustain the species. Over the past few years, student-led research has included surveys of the declining wood-cock, ruffed grouse and pheasant popula-tions. Students also conduct research on the health of terrestrial and aquatic habi-tats. Landowners were also encouraged to manage their property to protect habitats

as well. “Research-based projects are exciting because, by doing research, students apply classroom ex-perience,” said Dr. Jennifer Stoffel. “Re-

search allows students additional opportu-nities to practice the skills they will need in their careers, and it fosters their curiosity.” Collecting the locations of these gla-cial erratics and combining that informa-tion with maps of topography and soils al-lows further study of the conditions under which these glacial materials were.

•Waterqualityisregularlymonitoredin several key northeast Iowa watersheds by UIU Delano Professor of Science Rick Klann and his students. “Most of our projects monitor streams that have been identified as impaired or as a valuable resource (such as trout habitat). The Environmental Protection Agency makes funds available to states (typically through Soil and Water Conservation Districts) to implement projects that work with landowners in a watershed in an effort to improve water quality. The EPA requires that each project must have a component that evaluates the effectiveness of the proj-ect. Throughout the life of the project, we will monitor water quality in order to pro-vide that evaluation. We also work with private landowner organizations that seek to improve water quality,” Klann said. “Projects such as these are active learning at its best,” Dr. Figdore added. “Our undergraduate students have the op-portunity to conduct hands-on research based on scientific principles and to pres-ent their findings at such conferences as the Iowa Academy of Science annual meeting. They apply their scientific knowledge while gaining relevant employment skills, and they address real problems with what they have learned in and out of the classroom.”

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The Volga River State Rec-reation Area is located in one of the most scenic parts of the state. High

limestone bluff s and deep valleys give visitors long panoramic views of the open landscape. Th e area provides excellent habitat for fi sh and wildlife. Th e Volga River, which meanders through the 5700-acre area, off ers smallmouth bass, rock bass, channel catfi sh, and white suckers. Its banks harbor nesting wood ducks and shorebirds. Songbirds, chickadees, fi nches, indigo buntings, scarlet tana-gers, bluebirds, and woodpeckers fre-quent the area. Wild turkeys are numer-ous, and ruff ed grouse and woodcock are occasionally seen. Th e timber and croplands in northeast Iowa provide ex-cellent habitat for white-tailed deer. Scenic features include the Volga River and the old steel bridges that cross it, striking rock formations, prai-rie areas, and natural woodlands with unusual strands of aspen and Canadian yew. Changes of season provide vivid contrasts in snowy winter, bright wild-fl owers and foliage in the spring, shady woodlands in the summer, and bold splashes of color in autumn. Th e Volga River Recreational Area has become a popular center for a num-ber of trail activities. Hiking, cross-country skiing, mountain biking and equestrian trails total 22 miles as they wind through the area. Trails include Frog Hollow Trail, Lake View Trail, Ridge Trail, Albany Trail, and the Lima Trail. Th e Lima Trail takes visitors past 20-foot-high limestone bluff s and a 15-acre white pine plantation. In winter, some trails are main-tained for snowmobiling. Th e rugged beauty of the Volga River Recreation Area provides a pictur-

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esque setting for a variety of camping opportunities. Th ere are 34 primitive equestri-an sites with tie posts (many of which are shaded) for the horses. Six water hydrants are available throughout the equestrian campground. Meanwhile, a new modern campground with 41 campsites, in-cluding concrete “pull-through” pads for RVs, fl ush toilets and a shower house opened in the fall of 2010. Lakeview Campground off ers a view overlooking Frog Hollow Lake and is accessed by turning right at the fi rst rest area before reaching the lake.

In addition to the Volga River, Frog Hollow Lake provides 138 acres of abundant fi shing opportunities: bluegill, largemouth bass, crappie, and channel catfi sh, among others. Any size boat motor may be operated at “no wake” speeds. Sailboating and canoeing have also become popular, but there is no swimming in this lake. For the hunting enthusiast, the area is also open to public hunting with white-tailed deer and wild tur-key as popular quarries. Th e Volga River Recreation Area is located in Fayette County. It lies just east of State Highway 150

and approximately fi ve miles south of U.S. Highway 18. Cedar Rapids is 80 miles south, Dubuque is 85 miles southeast, and Waterloo is 60 miles southwest of the area.

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Arlington Public Library711 Main St.Arlington, IA 50606Ph./Fax: (563) 633-3475www.arlington.lib.ia.us

Clermont Public Library503 Larrabee St.Clermont, IA 52135Ph./Fax: (563) 423-7286www.clermont.lib.ia.us

Elgin Public Library214 Main St.Elgin, IA 52141Ph.: (563) 426-5313Fax: (563) 426-5999www.elgin.lib.ia.us

Fayette Community Library104 W. State St.Fayette, IA 52142Ph./Fax: (563) 425-3344www.fayettelibrary.lib.ia.us

Hawkeye Public Library104 S. 2nd St.Hawkeye, IA 52147Ph.: (563) 427-5536www.hawkeye.lib.ia.us

Maynard Community Library225 Main St.Maynard, IA 50655Ph./Fax: (563) 637-2330www.maynard.lib.ia.us

Oelwein Public Library201 E. Charles St.Oelwein, IA 50662Ph.: (319) 283-1515Fax: (319) 283-6646www.oelwein.lib.ia.us

Wadena Public Library136 S. Mill St.Wadena, IA 52169Ph./Fax: (563) 774-2039www.wadena.lib.ia.us

Waucoma Public Library103 1st Ave.Waucoma, IA 52171Ph./Fax: (563) 776-4042www.waucoma.lib.ia.us

West Union Community Library210 N. Vine St.West Union, IA 52175Ph./Fax: (563) 422-3103www.westunion.lib.ia.us

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Thelman Wildlife AreaJust off Hwy. 18 on W Ave.

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Valley Canoe Access3306 Diamond Road

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Wildwood Nature Center18673 Lane Road

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If you come to the River Bluff s Scenic By-way for the view, you won’t be disappointed. Th is byway plays hide-and-seek with three rivers, crossing them at times, providing dis-tant views of river valleys. However, stops along this 109-mile route that runs through Fayette and Clayton coun-ties will prove that it is more than just a pretty road. Th e Turkey, Volga, and Mississippi riv-ers converge here, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Th e region is dotted with parks, caves, nature centers, fi shing hot spots, campgrounds, trails, and water access points. You’ll pass through 13 towns on your journey through what is sometimes called Iowa’s “Little Switzerland.” Experience the Gilbertson Nature Center in Elgin and cross the street to get lost in the Maize Maze. Th e Volga River Recreation Area is known for its

excellent fi shing and camping opportunities. Your journey on the byway won’t be complete without stopping at one of the many historic sites along the way. Plan a visit to Mo-tor Mill Historic Site or Montauk, home of Io-wa’s 12th governor, William Larrabee. Stop by Froelich’s 1890s village to see where the fi rst successful gasoline tractor was built. Travel the River Bluff s Scenic Byway and discover a road of majestic features, outdoor exploration, and small-town charm. To fi nd out more ways to experience the River Bluff s Scenic Byway, visit www.iow-abyways.org or contact the Northeast Iowa RC&D, 101 E. Greene St.PO Box 916Postville, IA 52162563-864-7112 or [email protected].

1. Heritage Farm Park2. Montauk Historic Mansion3. Skip-A-Way Resort4. Dotzy’s Restaurant & Saloon5. Gilbertson Nature Center6. The Irish Shanti7. One R’s St. Olaf Tap8. Froelich Tractor Museum9. Spook Cave10. Driftless Area Wetland Ctr.11. Eagles Landing Winery12. Lady Luck Casino13. Pikes Peak State Park14. Lockmaster’s Museum15. Promiseland Winery16. Cassville Ferry17. Motor Mill18. Historic Main Street19. White Water Park20. Osborne Nature Center21. Bixby State Preserve22. Cafe Rose Cantina/Winery23. Backbone State Park24. Volga City Campground25. Fayette Co. Tourism Ctr. 26. Volga River Rec. Area27. Fayette Co. Historical Ctr.28. Echo Valley State Park

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Rev. S.D. Helms organized the fi rst Lima Congregational Church in 1857 with his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Ebenezer Hyde and their daughter, Esther. As the community grew, the church membership grew to about 20 members. Th ey met in a small cabin. Later, the church was disband-

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Lima ChurchHistory of the church by Winslow Stearns.

It had originally been planned for the courthouse when it was thought Lima would be named the county seat. When the votes were counted, Lima fell short by 35 votes. Th e church was heated by wood stoves until 1910. Rev. Tom Jones held revival meetings, boosting the membership. In 1914, a 20 ft . by 24 ft . addition was added to the east side. Four stained-glass windows were in-stalled with the names of four early members, Hensley, Helms, Henry and Stearns. Th e belfry and bell were also installed in 1914, donated by church members. Pastors during that period in-cluded John Dawson, Rev. Her-rington and T.O. Kent. In the early 1940’s, Rev. G.W. Ukena, pastor of Bethel Presbyterian Church in West Union, conducted Sunday evening services at Lima, continuing until 1949. Since then there have been oc-casional Easter sunrise services and outdoor summer services. Memorial Day services, with Wadena American Legion Post 631 providing military color guard, are held every May. At some time, maybe the 1940s, the ladies began a tradition serving a creamed chicken and homemade baking powder biscuits dinner. All

the ladies butchered and cooked the homegrown chickens, taking the meat off the bones and making the gravy. Th e biscuits were made in homes close to the church, with a runner stationed at each place. Sometime in the 1970s, the din-ners were changed to fall to corre-spond to the pretty fall leaves in the Volga River Valley, and the menu changed to sandwiches, homemade pies and ice cream. Lima Leaf Day is still held the fi rst Sunday in October, serving over 600, with the proceeds used to pay for mowing of the Lima Cemetery. Th e Lima Ladies’ Aid has raffl ed a quilt, some made by them, and an afghan each year, sold cookbooks, postcards, poem books and note cards to pay for the upkeep of the Lima Church. Until 1986 this was done with no water at the church. Area farmers fi lled 10-gallon milk cans with water and hauled them to the church, fi rst with tractor and wagon, then pick-ups. By the 1980s the need to replace the outdoor toilets with indoor bath-rooms became imminent if the tradi-tion was to be continued. In 1986, a 10 ft . by 20 ft . addition was built on to the northeast corner of the church. A well was drilled and water was piped into the church.

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For a glimpse into the history of Maynard, visit the Old Town Hall and Jail or peruse the old newspapers at the library. The Little Volga River winds through the wooded Maynard City Park. The park features picnic shelters, playground areas, two ball diamonds, a canoe dock, basketball/tennis court, biking and walking trails, and camp-sites with electricity and water. Reser-vations can be made by calling (563) 637-2269. The annual “Maynard Days cele-bration” is the last full weekend in June every year. The Maynard Community

Club hosts a Variety Show, Miss May-nard is crowned, and fireworks are displayed. On Saturday morning, the fire department and first responders have a pancake breakfast. After a pa-rade through the downtown, residents enjoy lunch and games in the park. On Sunday there is a community church service at the park, and afterwards Lu-ther League serves dinner. In addition to Maynard Days, Maynard holds citywide garage sales in the spring and fall. It also celebrates Christmas with a visit from Santa and cookie decorating for kids with the help of the local 4-H clubs.

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201 S. FrederickOelwein, IA 50662

(319) 283-2524 800-403-8333

Oelwein strives to attract visitors, jobs and industry by collectively promoting the

community and its resources. Oelwein is the place we call home, and we are proud of our people, plac-es and progress. We have real successes, real oppor-tunities and real dreams for our future. Oelwein off ers residents and visitors endless opportunities for outdoor recreation with public

parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, canoeing, swim-ming, biking and hiking trails, tennis courts, golf courses and baseball/soft ball diamonds. An aquatic center and a soccer fi eld off er entertainment for all ages. In the winter, cross-county skiing, snowmo-biling, ice skating, ice fi shing and ice hockey are en-joyed. Indoor recreation includes a performing arts

center with a great lineup of entertain-ment, fi rst-run movie theater with two screens, a bowling alley, two museums, and a wide variety of dining and shopping opportunities. A nearby Amish commu-nity located just south of town adds to the rich culture of the area.

Oelwein History Oelwein was founded in 1872, laid out in a cornfi eld purchased from the Gustav Oelwein family in preparation of the coming of the railroad. A log cabin built by the fi rst settler still stands in a downtown park. Immigrants came to Oelwein from Italy, Germany, England and Ireland. Th e rich heritage and culture of our early ancestors is still evident in and around our community. Oelwein is a small melting pot, rich in diversity and culture. Th e dawn of the railroad brought an infl ux of people from various cultures and countries who followed the railroad to our community. Oelwein was nicknamed “Hub City” be-cause of the rail lines coming into town and the repair shops located there. Even though most of the railroad business was moved in the 1980s, the railroad made Oelwein and the surrounding area what it is today. Oelwein is a regional center of edu-cation, commerce, fi nance and medicine and is the largest community in Fayette County. Located on Highways 3 and 150, it is easy to access from all directions. It is


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a unique destination for visitors, and there is much to see and do!

To celebrate its rich heritage as a railroad hub, agricultural center and American city, Oel-wein holds many annual events within the community. Annual events include an Oelwein Cel-ebration in June, Party in the Park summer series from June to September, Heritage Days and Italian Heritage Days in August, Fall Fling in September, and Olde Tyme Christmas in December. Many other events are held throughout the year, in-cluding golf tournaments, soft-ball tournaments, street dances, an Easter Basket Hunt, Daddy-Daughter Dance, trivia events and more. Oelwein is proud of its wide variety of retail businesses, unique shops, restaurants, indus-tries, excellent hospital facility, and municipal airport. The com-munity has an excellent school system, including the Regional Academy for Math and Science (RAMS) Center and a Northeast Iowa Community College satel-lite center. In addition, Oelwein is fortunate to have published a daily newspaper since the 1800s and had a radio station for 50 years. Many opportunities exist

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for our residents and visitors, as well as for someone wanting to locate a business or industry in Oelwein. Whatever you are looking for, Oelwein has something for you! Shop our historic downtown, specialty shops and businesses

throughout the community. Enjoy our attractions, events and wide se-lection of ethnic dining and atmo-sphere. While in town, visit one of our parks. Visit for the day or stay as long as you desire. We hope you experience all that Oelwein has to

offer!Oelwein Chamber and Area

Development The Oelwein Chamber was established in 1934. In 2002, the Chamber and Oelwein Economic Development Foundation joined

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Oelwein is the place we love to call our home, proud of our people, places and progress. We have real successes, real

opportunity and real dreams for our future!

Oelwein Chamber &Area Development25 West Charles Street, Oelwein

319-283-1105www.oelwein.com

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forces to create Oelwein Cham-ber & Area Development, work-ing as one unified organization. The Oelwein Chamber & Area Development is a public and private partnership work-ing to advance a strong local economy and maintain a high quality of life. This partnership of individuals, organizations, businesses and the City targets its efforts on the retention and development of business and industry and city infrastructure. The Oelwein Chamber & Area Development, with cooperation from the City of Oelwein, is the leading force in the growth and development of business in the

community and an advocate for its members. We believe that to-gether we can accomplish what cannot be done alone. Our Organizational Values: • Working with existingbusinesses and industry •Attractingnewbusinessesand industry • Continuation of down-town revitalization •Improvinginfrastructure •Preservinghistory •Attractingvisitors • Enriching the life of ourcommunity • Accomplishing the great-est good for the greatest number

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WCMemberships include use of the Gym, Indoor Track, Cardio Room, Universal Weight Room,

Free Weight Room, Personal Training, Racquetball Court, Unlimited Fitness Classes, Mighty Milers

Afterschool Program, and much more!

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Williams Wellness Center317 8th Ave. SE Suite A, Oelwein, IA 50665

(319) 283-2312 • Fax: (319) 283-2314

Senior and Student Memberships

Also Available!

Ask about day passes & punch cards!


Th e Williams Center for the Arts is located in Oelwein, Iowa. Th is theater venue was opened in the fall of 2002 and was named aft er Churchill and Mar-vel Williams, long-time benefactors of the city of Oelwein. Th e facility seats 784 persons. It is handicapped-accessible and features state-of-the-art lighting, as well as a new state-of-the-art hearing assistance pro-gram. Th e new hearing assistance program, installed in the fall of 2014, is a digital setup allowing patrons wearing hearing aids to hear the programs more clearly. Th e Williams Center for the Arts provides services to the entire Oelwein community, including the Oelwein Community School District. Over the course of a calendar year, over 75,000 persons from through-out Fayette County and beyond are numbered in our audience. Th e Center is available for rental to the general public for a reasonable fee. For those interested in renting the facility, contact the Center manager, Doug McFarlane, at (319) 283-6616 to start the rental pro-cess. Th e Center sponsors 10 events in an Artists Series. Artists being pre-sented for 2015-16 include(d) Johnny “Jimmy” Fortune (“Hot Summer’s Night”), Tribute to Neil Diamond, and Tartan Terrors (Scottish music and dance). Tickets for any of the events may be purchased online at www.william-

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scenterforthearts.com or by calling the Oelwein Chamber and Area Development Offi ce, (319) 283-1105. Th ey also may be purchased at the Oelwein Williams Wellness Center Reception Desk, (319) 283-2342. For further information, call the Williams Center for the Arts at (319) 283-6616 and please leave a phone message.

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Fayette County. The city was founded in 1873 by Andrew F. Randall, a surveying engineer for the rail-road. The town grew around the railroad depot building and was eventually incorporated in 1896. Currently, 68 residents live in this quiet, peaceful commu-nity located near the center of the county. Randalia’s landscape in-cludes a lovely park and small stream that borders the com-munity on the east, eventually joining the Volga River to the south.

The community is sur-rounded by farmland and serves as the meeting place for Center Township business. The Community Hall is also home to the history of Ran-dalia, and many visitors enjoy viewing the class photos from the old Randalia School dis-played in the hall. United Methodist Church in Randalia is strongly support-ed by community members and the surrounding rural area. The church hosts several communi-ty dinners and provides fellow-ship opportunities for the com-munity and visitors throughout the year.

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Worshipin Fayette County

* Worship times subject to change.

St. Peter Lutheran Church - Eldorado

* Worship times subject to change.

ARLINGTON

Arlington United Methodist Church

590 Main Street, Arlington Sundays - Worship, 10:30 a.m.

Church of Christ Sundays - S.S., 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m.

St. John LutheranArlington

Sundays - Worship, 10:30 a.m.

CLERMONT

St. Peter’s CatholicSunday - Mass, 8:30 a.m.

East Clermont Lutheran Sundays - Sunday School, 9 am.; Worship, 10 a.m.

West Clermont Lutheran Sun. - Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Coffee & Fellowship, 10:30 a.m.; S.S., 10:30 a.m.

EpiscopalChurch of the Saviour

Sundays - Worship, 10:30 a.m. 2nd & 4th Sundays - Communion

ELDORADO

St. Peter Lutheran Communion on the 2nd & last Sundays Sundays - S.S., 9:15 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m.

ELGIN

First Baptist Sundays - Discipleship Hour, 9 a.m.; Worship, 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays - Awana, TREK and Journey, 6:30 p.m.

Apostolic ChurchSundays- 10:30 a.m. & 12:45

p.m.Wednesdays- 8 p.m. Jan.-Mar.

Every other Wed.- 8 p.m. Apr-Dec.

Elgin & Highland Lutheran Communion on 1st & 3rd Sundays Sundays - Highland service, 9 a.m.; S.S., 9:30 a.m.; Elgin service, 10:30 a.m.

St. Paul’sUnited Methodist Church

Wed. - Confirmation,

after school; Choir, 7 p.m. Sunday - Sunday School; Worship, 10:30 a.m.

Illyria Community Church Sunday - Worship, 10:45 a.m.

FAIRBANK

Fairbank First Baptist Sun. - Worship - 9 a.m.; S.S., 10 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Sun. - Mass, 8:30 a.m.

St. John’s LutheranMissouri Synod208 N. 4th St.

Sun. - S.S., 9 a.m.; Worship, 10 a.m.

United Methodist107 2nd St.

Sun. - Worship, 9:15 a.m.

Lord of the Harvest Lutheran Sun. - Worship, 9 a.m.; S.S., 10:15 a.m.

FAYETTE

Fayette Community Church207 W. State Street

Church Office, 425-3551 Sundays - S.S. (small groups for all ages), 9 a.m.; Worship, 10:20 a.m. (nursery provided during Sunday services); “Identify” (grades 6-12) 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays - Kidz’ Zone (K-5th grades), 6:30 p.m.

First United Methodist Sunday - Worship, 10:45 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ ofLatter-Day Saints

Fayette Branch509 W. Water St., Fayette

Sunday - 9 a.m.

Grace Lutheran ChurchMissouri Synod

Sundays - Divine Service

or Matins, 8 a.m.; Bible Class, 9 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Sun. - Mass, 10:30 a.m. Tues. & Thurs. - Mass, 8 a.m.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Sun. - Worship, 8 a.m.; S.S., 9 a.m.

HAWKEYE

HawkeyeSeventh-day Adventist Church

Service times: Saturday - Bible Study groups, all ages, 9:30 a.m.; Worship and singing, 10:55 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran116 W. Wilbur St.

Sunday - S.S., 8:45 a.m.; Worship, 10 a.m.

Hawkeye and Alpha UMC Alternating Sundays monthly - Alpha, 9 a.m.

MAYNARD

First Presbyterian Sun., - Worship, 10 a.m.

St. Paul Lutheran Sun. - Worship, 9 a.m. June through Labor Day and 10 a.m. Sept. through May; S.S., 9 a.m. (2nd S. in Sept. through last Sun. in May)

OELWEIN

Lighthouse Assembly of God2210 S. Frederick

Wed. - Bible Study, 7 p.m. Sun. - S.S. 9 a.m.; Worship, 10:15 a.m.

Harvest Baptist Church15 East Charles

Sun. - S.S., 9:30 a.m.; service, 5 p.m. Thurs. - Service, 7 p.m.

Sacred Heart628 South Frederick

Masses: Daily at 7:30 a.m. Sat. - Mass, 4:30 p.m. Sun. - Mass, 10:30 a.m.

Zion Lutheran402 E. Charles

Sat. - Worship, 5:30 p.m. Sun. - Worship, 9 a.m. Wed. - Worship, 6:30 p.m.

Evangelical Free Church225 20th St., S.E.

Prayer meeting, 8:30 a.m. Christian Ed. - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m.

New BeginningsMinistries

412 2nd Ave., NW Sun. - S.S., 10 a.m.; Service, 11 a.m. Wed. - Bible Study, 6:30 p.m.

Grace United Methodist9 First St., NE

Sun. - Adult church school, 9 a.m.; Children & youth S.S., 9:15 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m.

Peace LutheranMissouri Synod1308 E. Charles


Church of Christ, Eastside531 8th Ave., NE

Sun. - S.S., 9 a.m.; Worship, 10 a.m.

Christ United Presbyterian100 East Charles


Bahai Faith520 3 1/2 St. SW

For meeting dates call283-4050

West Side Church of Christ723 1st St. SW

Sun. - Bible classes, 9:15 a.m.; Worship, 10 a.m.

The Coliseum101 1st St. SW

Sun. - Serv., 10:15 a.m.

First Baptist Church31 1st Ave. NE

Sun., - S.S., 9 a.m.; Worship, 10:15 a.m.

RANDALIA

Randalia & UnionUnited Methodist churches

Sundays Randalia - Worship, 9 a.m. Union - Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Worship, 10 a.m.

ST. LUCAS

St. Luke’s Catholic ChurchEvery other Sunday 10:30 a.m. worship

STANLEY

Stanley Union ChurchSundays - Worship, 9:30 a.m.;

Sunday School, 10:40 a.m.

WADENA

Wadena Community Church Sunday - Bible Study, 10 a.m.; Worship, 11 a.m

WAUCOMA

St. Peter (Richfield)Rural Sumner

St. John (Stapleton)Rural Waucoma

St. Peter - Sundays - S.S., 9:15 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. St. John - Sundays - Worship, 9 a.m.; S.S., 10:15 a.m.

St. Mary’s Catholic Chuch Winter -Saturday 4 p.m. worship Summer - Sunday 8:30 a.m. worship

WESTGATE

St. Peter Lutheran ChurchMissouri Synod

Westgate Sundays - Bible Class and S.S., 9 a.m.; Divine Service or

Matins, 10 a.m.

WEST UNION

Redeemer Lutheran ChurchCorner of Hwy. 18 & 150,

Sundays - S.S., 8:30 a.m.; Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Zion Lutheran ChurchChurch Office, 422-3295

Sunday - Worship, 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Fellowship, 9 a.m.; S.S., 9:20 a.m.

Holy Name Church Monday - Mass, 9 a.m. Tuesday - Mass, 9 a.m. Wednesday - Mass, 9 a.m. Friday - Mass, 9 a.m. Saturday - Mass 5 p.m. Sunday - Mass, 10 a.m.

First BaptistChurch (563) 422-5663

Sundays - Worship, 9 a.m.; S.S., 10 a.m. First Wednesday of the month - Ladies’ Mission Society, 1:30 p.m.

Bethel Presbyterian Sundays - Worship, 10 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship, 11 a.m.

Valleyview Wesleyan Church Sundays - Sunday School for all ages, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Evening Service/Study, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays - KENPO Martial Arts in Church Community Center - kids, 5:45-6:45 p.m.; adults, 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays - Narcotics Anonymous meets in basement, 7 p.m. Thursdays - “Celebrate Recovery,” 7:30 p.m.

United Methodist Sundays - S.S., 9 a.m.; Worship, 10:15 am.

Bethany LutheranRural West Union

Wednesdays - Bible Study & Prayer, 7 p.m. Sundays - S.S. for all ages, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m.; FLIGHT youth group, 6 p.m.

Oratory ofOur Lady of Walsingham

(Anglican/Episcopal Rite)409 West Elm Street

Saturday Mass, 9:15 a.m. Holy Day Masses: Call for information (563) 422-3758

Faith Bible FellowshipEvangelical Free Church

(Meeting at NFV HScafeteria)

Sunday, Bible class, 9 a.m.; worship, 10 a.m.


NonresidentFishing License Fees *

License Type CostAnnual 16 years old and older .................. $41.007-Day ........................................................ $32.003-Day ........................................................ $17.501-Day ........................................................ $10.50Annual Third Line Fishing Permit .............. $12.00Trout Fee ................................................... $15.00Boundary Water Sport Trotline ................. $42.50Fishing Tournament Permit ...................... $25.00Special Paddlefi sh License ...................... $42.00

(2015 fees)(Fees subject to change)

Resident FishingLicense Fees *

License Type CostAnnual 16 years old and older ................$19.003-Year .....................................................$53.007-Day ......................................................$13.501-Day ........................................................$9.50Annual Third Line Fishing permit ............$12.00Trout Fee .................................................$12.50Lifetime (65 years old and older) ............$52.50Boundary Water Sport Trotline ...............$22.50Fishing Tournament Permit ....................$25.00Fishing, Hunting, Habitat Fee Combo ....$47.00Special Paddlefi sh License ....................$22.00

NonresidentHunting License Fees *

License Type CostHunting 18 years & older ........................ $112.00Habitat Fee ............................................... $13.00Hunting & Habitat Fee Combo 18 & older ............................................ $123.00Hunting Under 18 ..................................... $32.00


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Turkey River Recreational Corridor (TRRC), an “Iowa Great Place,” is working

to connect Clermont, Elgin and Elkader through the development and enhancement of the existing natural re-source base by the cre-ation of land and water trails to serve as the catalyst for e c o n o m i c growth and d e v e l o p -ment. T h e s e three com-m u n i t i e s within Clay-ton and Fay-ette coun-ties are tied t o g e t h e r historically, c u l t u r a l l y, geographically, and naturally by one common thread: the Turkey River. The corridor has worked together as a region to conceptualize and envision its economic growth potential based on recreation and the abundance

of beauty and natural resources found uniquely in Northeast Iowa. Northeast Iowa Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) is working with the TRRC

to develop, market, and enhance the natural re-sources and recreational opportunities throughout the corridor. Visitors and r e s i d e n t s alike are looking to be immersed in music, cul-ture, the en-v i ron m e nt , re c re at i on , history, and food. All of these experi-ences can be

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old baseball uniforms displayed behind glass; and numerous framed photographs of former priests of St. Luke Church. Th ere is also a directory of all St. Lucas’ native sons and daughters who served in the U.S. military, including the names, pho-tos and military histories of 273 servicemen and -women. St. Lucas is served by the Turkey Valley School District. Other points of interest are the well-known White House Supper Club and the Community Center (former Coast to Coast store). St. Lucas hosts an annual town celebra-tion, “Fun Days,” on the last weekend in June, and visitors are always welcome!

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Fayette County has many things to off er outdoor enthusiasts. From its meandering trout streams and rivers to its scenic hills and bluff s, there is much to see and do. It wouldn’t be unusual to hear someone say “the area rocks!” If you were talking to Greg Yoder, he would mean it literally. “I came here from the Kalona area about four years ago. Th e beauty of the area really appealed to me, and I enjoy spending time outdoors fi shing, hiking, golfi ng, and now looking for agates,” said the Wadena resident, who is relatively new to the hobby. For Yoder, the desire to search for the semi-precious gemstones that can be found throughout much of Iowa began approximately three years ago as he was helping a friend pick up rocks in a fi eld just outside of Wadena. He found a quartz stone with a white crystallized area in the middle that also contains a vein of red/brown coloring. Several bands of reddish-brown col-oring striate the border of the crystallized area. “When I reached down to pick it up and noticed what it looked like, I almost didn’t want to touch it because it looked so diff erent from a typical rock. It looks like some sort of holy or religious stone,” said Yoder when describing the experience of fi nding that fi rst unique-looking agate.

Most of what Yoder collects can be referred to as Lake Superior agates, so

named because the volcanic activity that formed them caused lava to well up in the area of what is now Lake Superior. Years of erosion or glaciers scoured the landscape and wore the volcanic rock away, leaving behind what we call ag-

ates. It takes approximately 1.2 billion years for an agate to form.

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more than 200 diff erent agates, many of which he fi nds while kayaking

on the Volga, Turkey, Upper Iowa, and Yel-

low rivers in north-east Iowa. As he makes his way downstream, he

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scans the sandbars and beaches for the telltale reddish coloring that typifi es where agates might be found. “Once I see some red coloring, then I begin looking at specifi c rocks for indentations on the surface. Th e indentations indicate the volcanic activity that was possibly part of the rock’s formation,” explained Yoder. Th e young rock hound also looks for the crystallized quartz that most peo-ple associate with rocks of this type. His methods have paid off in the form of a large agate found in the Volga River while he was kayaking in late June 2014 while looking for rocks. “I had stopped on a sand- and rock-covered beach where the river had shift -ed from one side to the other. Th e change in the river left a lot of aggregate rock exposed, and that’s usually a good environment for fi nding stuff . I was just about to go back to my kayak and move on when I spotted it,” recounted Yoder. What he spotted was a very large black agate weighing approximately 2.8 pounds. Yoder said that such agates could be valuable to those who buy and sell rocks of this sort. He has been told that black agates of this size are quite rare. However, money isn’t the motivation behind this rock collector’s passion. “I do it for the excitement of never knowing what you might fi nd next when you are out exploring the outdoors. Whatever I fi nd, I usually keep or give to my nieces or other relatives,” said Yoder with a smile. Th e Kalona native also has a rounded stone that he identifi es as an “Indian game ball.” He found the “ball” the same day he found his fi rst unique agate while picking up rocks that day in his friend’s fi eld. Yoder plans to hang on to most of what he fi nds, having no plans to sell anything in his collection at this point. “I think I am a little like my grandparents in that way. Th ey kept a lot of the antiques and other valuable possessions they had all their life, so I guess I am doing the same,” refl ected the agate hunter. Yoder has learned quite a bit about rocks and agates from local residents who also collect them. He is obviously a fast learner, as he has now pretty much staked out his own territory and has had a good deal of success fi nding agates

in the area. Don’t ask him where his favorite place to go looking is, though. Th at is a closely guarded secret. “Th ere are a few rock hunters in the area, and we kind of know where

each other’s territory is and usually respect those boundaries. I do have my favorite spots, though,” closed the outdoor enthusiast with just a hint of mystery in his voice.


Th e 98-mile Turkey River Wa-ter Trail begins on the Little Turkey River at Gouldsburg Park north of Hawkeye in Fayette County, merges with the Turkey River near Eldorado, and fl ows southeast through Fayette and Clayton counties toward the Mis-sissippi River. Th e water trail features breathtaking scenery and numerous historic landmarks. For generations the Turkey Riv-er, with its wooded bluff s, fertile low-lands and wild game populations, has served as a cultural melting pot. Prehistoric archeological sites of the Archaic and Woodland Indian Tribes exist in the Turkey River Val-ley, with the most notable being a group of woodland mounds at Tur-key River Mounds State Preserve above the confl uence of the Turkey and Mississippi rivers. In the 1700s, the French fur trade brought many of the fi rst Europeans to the area, including people of Span-ish and French descent. Th ese settlers traded with the historic Native Amer-ican tribes of the Ioway, Ho Chunk, Sauk and Meskwaki. Th e Turkey River Valley provides habitat for diverse wildlife species. Th e valley is home to several raptor species, including bald eagles and the less common red-shouldered hawks. During the summertime, be

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Th is fi ve-mile section of the Turkey River Water Trail meanders through one of the most popular segments of the river. Users will en-counter some whitewater, unequaled

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ley known as Shin Bone Valley, named as it is home to sacred burial grounds for many generations of Native Americans. From Valley Canoe Access, continue downstream to Elgin, a town known as the “Little Switzer-land of Iowa.” Th ere, you will fi nd Gilbertson Conservation Educa-tion Area (#59E & 59W), which off ers modern and primitive camp-ing facilities; a variety of trails (uni-versally accessible, equestrian, cross

country skiing, and bicycle), along with Gilbertson Nature Center, his-torical museums, a petting zoo, bird watching, and the internationally renowned Maize Maze. Th ose wishing for further ad-venture may follow the Turkey Riv-er and nine additional access points all the way to the end of the water trail at the Mississippi River. For additional information on the Turkey River Water Trail, visit www.turkeyriver.org.

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Even a small community like Wadena, population 262, can off er a wide range of

amenities to the person seeking small-town living at its best. Located in Illyria Township on the banks of the Volga River, Wadena is about 50 miles west of the lowa-Wisconsin border. It is in the heart of some of the most beautiful land in Iowa, featuring picturesque farms, winding creeks and rolling hills. Although Wadena is best remembered in Iowa for the Woodstock-like rock festival held on a near-by farm Aug. 1-3, 1970, today it’s more likely its locals would describe the town as peaceful, where everyone knows his or her neighbor.

Wadena City Park Th e Wadena Park has water and restrooms avail-able. It off ers volleyball courts, playground equipment and two park shelters, which are available on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served, basis.

Lighted cross Th e lighted cross was a bicentennial project of a group of Wadena citi-zens. Th is notable landmark is located on the high bluff overlooking Wadena and is illuminated every night.

Grannis Creek Grannis Creek is the largest and most popular

trout stream in Fayette County. It is located east of Fayette, north of Kornhill Road, in a beautiful wooded valley. Th e DNR Fisheries Dept. stocks the trout streams from April through September. Th ere is also a handicapped-accessible fi shing area at the Grannis Creek site. If you follow the creek further

east, you’re rewarded with a beautiful waterfall. In the spring the hillsides and creek banks are covered with clouds of wildfl owers, including anemones and Dutchman’s breeches. In the autumn, the oak, maple, poplar and ash trees put on a glorious show of brilliant yellows, oranges and reds.

Deer Ridge Campground Deer Ridge Campground, located just south of Wadena, features beautiful scenery looking down over the valley and playground equipment for young campers. Wadena has a locker, bar and restaurant, con-venience store/gas station, library and a bank to serve its residents and visitors. For more information, go to the city’s offi cial website at: www.wadenaiowa.com.

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visitors. When the railroad came in 1880, the town grew fast but lost steam when the rails were taken up in 1972. The city’s public li-brary is located at 103 First Ave. SW. There is one church, St. Mary Catholic. Waucoma has a popular park, camp-ing, and fishing spot on the Turkey River. Little Turkey Campground was built in

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1993. The area provides electric hookups, a dump station, as well as hot showers and restroom facilities for campers. Visitors enjoy picnicking in the nearby shelter at Waucoma Park and fishing above the dam on the river. In 2014, a group of concerned citizens of the Waucoma area came together to form the Waucoma Community Development Group. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organiza-tion built a new Event Center in Waucoma. The beautiful 8600-square-foot building has a large Great Room with a full bar, smaller Brannon Room and kitchen to rent out for weddings, receptions, family gatherings, parties and meet-ings of all sizes. The Waucoma Event Center is also being used for many nonprofit fundraising events for area groups and organizations. Other points of interest are the Waucoma Historical Society and Historical Building in the former Federated Church and the baseball diamond. Waucoma is served by the Turkey Valley School District. The village is far from the reaches of urban sprawl, be-ing about 53 miles from Waterloo to the south, and 90 miles to Rochester, Minn., to the north.

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Fayette County is home to over 20 Pioneer Cemeteries. Th e historic sites are inspected and maintained seasonally by Fayette County Pioneer Cemetery Com-mission board and advisory members. Hoyer, Lippincott, McAlvey, and St. Peter’s cemeteries are marked solely by signs. For additional information on the cemeteries, call the Fayette County His-torical Center in West Union at (563) 422-5797.

Fayette County Pioneer CemeteriesCemetery Township AddressBoale Windsor 24983 M Ave., West UnionBrooks Fair� eld 11384 G Ave., WadenaButler-Barnhouse Union 23901 H Ave., West UnionCenter Grove Center 14534 130th St., HawkeyeCorbin Ilyria 14821 Acorn Rd., WadenaDover Public Dover 30303 Lincoln Rd., West UnionEden Auburn 18950 275th St., St. LucasGeorge Dover 9759 Great River Rd., West UnionGroat Fair� eld 7499 E Ave., ArlingtonHoyer Union West UnionLippincott UnionMcAlvey IllyriaMount Pleasant Union 23970 I Ave., West UnionNutting Dover 7054 Eagle Rd., ClermontOld Pioneer Illyria 342 South Mill St., WadenaOtsego Je� erson 1230 Neon Rd., OelweinPeters Pleasant Valley 21090 F Ave., ElginPitt Bethel 19294 245th St., HawkeyePrairie View West� eld 18434 Lane Rd., FayetteSawyer Auburn 25500 Quarry Rd., HawkeyeSouth Windsor Windsor 20003 Neon Rd., West UnionSt. Peter’s Clermont

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West Union is the kind of town everyone would like to call home. Entering town from the west is a tree-lined

boulevard that connects to Vine Street, a wide, bricked street that serves as the main artery for business and fun. Th e courthouse square is considered the center of the city. People sit on its expan-sive green lawn to view parades, antique car displays, and listen to concerts on Civic Plaza. In winter, citizens and neighbors are invited to listen to holiday music and greet Santa. In July 2013, the community celebrated the completion of its $10 million Green Pilot Streetscape Project. As one of just two in the state, the downtown project was designed to serve as a model not only across the nation, but around the world. Th e construction of permeable pavement and sidewalks that also integrated original 100-year-old bricks, rain gardens, energy-effi cient lighting, and installation of a districtwide geothermal heating and cooling system was made possible through numerous grants. Th e project was developed aft er city leaders in 2008 commit-ted to not only replacing aging water, storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure, but were later convinced to do so with environ-mentally friendly initiatives. Since its completion, the project has served as a main focus of discussion on sustainability practices by both national and global leaders.

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At the state level, the City of West Union was honored to receive the Signa-ture Project of the Year Award at the 2014 Main Street Awards Banquet in Des Moines. In addition, the community was recognized for reaching the $2 million benchmark in private dollars invested in its redevelopment efforts within the downtown Main Street District. Also in 2014, the short film “West Union – Deeply Connected: Sustainability in a Small Rural Community” won the top honor, the Award of Excellence, in the Documentary Category at the Iowa Motion Picture Awards (IMPA) in Burling-ton. The accolades continued in 2015 when the city’s Green Pilot Streetscape

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ball diamonds and soccer fields are busy places in the summer. There are also new picnic shelters, and comfortable benches invite visitors to enjoy life in the slower lane. In addition to the recre-ation facility, West Union showcases three additional city parks. West Union is in the heart of scenic northeast Iowa at the crossroads of Highways 150 and U.S. 18. A modern airport with a refurbished, expanded runway provides easy access for local manufacturing plants as well as recreational flying. Fishermen frequent the area to fish well-stocked trout streams at Echo Valley State Park and Glover’s Creek, just two

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place to come home to retire. The local state-of-the-art hospital is as-sociated with Gundersen Health System and has a full complement of specialist services available for patients locally. There are three assisted-living housing facilties in town. Come visit West Union, a city that for over 150 years has been a great hometown and has so much to offer to its residents and visitors alike. Come home to West Union!

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the host to a long list of big-name entertainment. Among the many headliners have been Gene Autry, Johnny Cash, Minnie Pearl & the Grand Ole Opry, Brenda Lee, Hank Williams Jr., Barbara Mandrell, the Statler Brothers, Loretta Lynn, Brownsville Station, Oak Ridge Boys, Dr. Hook, Tommy Roe, Bobby Vee, Sawyer Brown, and McBride & Th e Ride. Th e 2015 featured concert entertainment was Eric Paslay, with special guests

Confederate Railroad and Matthew Kane. In addition to the popular carnival midway, visitors are always treated to a fun-fi lled schedule of shows and activities. People of all ages won’t want to miss the opportunity to stroll through the his-toric livestock and show barns, Floral Hall, 4-H Building, Exhibitors’ Hall, log cabin, or one-room schoolhouse. For additional information on the fair schedule and/or entertainment ticket prices, visit fayettecofair.com. General gate admission is free to the Fayette

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Fayette County offers something for everyone with four seasons of outdoor recreation at any of our beautiful parks and recreation areas. Find a community event nearly every weekend – music, parades, fireworks and family fun abound. Enjoy year round activities including performing arts, movies and shopping. Make a day of it – quilters and junking sisters will find studios, retreats, antiques and repurposed treasures in unique shops and boutiques throughout the county.

History buffs wishing to get a glimpse of the past won’t be disappointed. Visit Montauk, home of Iowa's 12th governor; the Union Sunday School which houses the country's largest Kimball pipe organ; along with many one-room school houses, magnificent churches, century-old buildings, fascinating cemeteries, unique barns, statues, bridges, opera houses and numerous museums. Convenient motels, bed and breakfasts, public and private campgrounds, and many fine restaurants and stores are ready to serve our visitors.

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Montauk - Clermont

Clermont Opera House

400 Mill St., Clermont(563) 423-7295 Available for rent seven days a week.

Elgin Historical Museum

601 Main, ElginKen and Harriet Blockhus:(563) 423-7126 The Elgin Historical Society manages the Elgin Historical Museum located in down-town Elgin. Call for regular hours; also open by ap-pointment. Visitors welcome!

Episcopal Church of the Saviour

Mill St. (Hwy. 18), ClermontSarah Lopez: (563) 427-3776 This Episcopal church is one of three churches in the U.S. commissioned to be built by Mrs. Frances Vinton of Providence, R.I. She gave the gift in 1867 in memory of her son and daughter, who died in their youth. The other two churches are in San Gabriel, Calif., and Providence, R.I. Vinton believed Clermont to be the geographical center of the U.S. and chose it in keeping with the Bible verse “Thy praise shall ring from shore to shore.”

Fayette County Historical Center

100 North Walnut St., West Union(563) 422-5797 This former hospital serves as a Fayette County historical and genealogical treasure. Hardworking local volunteers are constantly updating the exhibits and resources. Exhibits include Agriculture, Health, Donnan Room, Lima Room, Political Room, “1850s to 1900” Room, “1900s to Present” Room, Military Room, Housekeeping Room, along with general exhibits. Genealogical resources include 9000 surname fi les, family history fi les, indices of cemeteries, Census records 1850-1925, and newspapers from 1856. Library resources include Fayette County history books, atlases back to 1868, six rosters of Civil War veterans, a microfi lm reader, plus much more!

Fayette Opera House

Arlene Klatt (563) 425-4526Email: [email protected]

Heritage Farm Park

Northeast of Clermont on Hwy. 18Arnold Guyer:

(563) 419-8534www.heritagefarmpark.com Heritage Farm Park is a recreational and educational facility whose purpose is to celebrate and preserve the rural agricultural and cultural heritage of Northeast Iowa. Ev-ery effort has been made to keep the build-ings and grounds as historically accurate as possible.

Hub City Heritage Corp. –Railway Museum

26 2nd Ave. SW, OelweinEd Raye: (319) 240-3926www.CGWO.org The Hub City Heritage Corp. – Railway Museum was originally the home of Wells Fargo and Company Express (1912) and in 1918 was acquired by the American Railway Express Co. in a consolidation movement. In the 1930s it became the Railway Express. Much of the interior of this building is as it was when it was vacated in 1969. Inside is a photo display of historical and modern locomotives and rolling stock, track repair equipment, and railway express memorabilia. The yard tower offers a wonderful view of the former CGW switching yards and downtown Oelwein.

Hurd Museum/Hawkeye Historical Society

Main St., HawkeyeEvelyn Schultz: (563) 427-3458 The Hurd Museum is located on Main Street in Hawkeye and houses displays of days gone by in the Hawkeye area. Open by appointment.

Maynard Old Town Hall/Jail

Main St., MaynardJudy Hoeger: (563) 637-2399 Maynard’s Historical Museum is housed in the town’s 1893 Town Hall/Jail. It was later used as a public library. The Old Town Hall/Jail is open by ap-pointment.

Maize Maze

Across from the Gilbertson Nature Center, on County Rd. B64, east of ElginLaVerne Swenson: (563) 423-5927 or (563) 419-1133Email: [email protected]: www.silosandsmokestacks.org/chc/maize.htm This fun maze is not only an adventure, but a great opportunity to learn about corn and its uses, as well as the story of agricul-ture’s past. There are mailboxes along the 3.4-acre maze that include facts about the land, wildlife, and the history of northeast

Iowa. The Maze Master will make sure you don’t stay lost permanently!

Montauk

26223 Harding Rd. (Hwy. 18),ClermontWade Schott: (563) 423-7173Email: [email protected] Montauk, home of Iowa’s 12th governor, William Larrabee, was built in 1874. All of the furnishings are original to the house. Enjoy a guided tour through this beautiful limestone mansion!

Oelwein Area Historical Museum

900 2nd Ave. SE, OelweinGary Walrath: (319) 283-1436www.rootsweb.com/~iaoahs The museum displays include a quaint country school room with assorted desks from various community schools, complete with lunch boxes, slates, pencil boxes, books, and a teacher’s dress worn in 1881; a kitchen with a coal- or wood-burning cookstove, ice box, kerosene lamp, fl at irons and many an-tique cooking utensils; old clothing; quilts; a Civil War drum and items from more recent wars; old typewriters; a 100-year-old child’s casket; a scale model of a Chicago Great Western boxcar built by a group of employ-ees for a war bond drive in 1943; a wooden, 100-year-old corn planter, and much, much more.

St. Lucas Historical Society’s German-American Museum and

Heritage Center

St. LucasJeanette Dietzenbach: (563) 387-0364 The museum in this quaint commu-nity proudly displays many unique exhibits to honor its German heritage, which volunteers love to share with locals and visitors alike. The museum is located near the beau-tiful St. Luke Catholic Church, which on its hillside perch is visible to travelers for miles around.

Union Sunday School

ClermontWade Schott: (563) 423-7173Email: [email protected] In 1858, transplanted New England-ers built a Presbyterian Church out of local red brick. In 1873, it became Union Sunday School, an interdenominational meeting place. Services were held until 1966. In 1896, Iowa’s 12th governor, William Larrabee, in-stalled in the church what is today the largest Kimball pipe organ of its kind in the U.S. Concerts featuring accomplished guest performers and original plays re-enacting lo-cal historical events are popular events in this unique (and air-conditioned) venue through-out the year.

Waucoma Historical Society’s Historical Buildings

WaucomaNorma Hackman: Elaine Myers: (563) 776-6041 (563) 776-4331 Tours of the following historical build-ings are available by appointment: Waucoma Historical Society – Federated Church, Wau-coma Museum, and country schoolhouse.

Westgate Opera House

WestgateDeloris Tellin: (563) 578-8229 Open by appointment.


18673 Lane Rd., Fayette Rod Marlatt: (563) 425-3613 This 7-acre area is located 4 miles north of Fayette on Hwy. 150 and 1 mile west on Lane Rd. Visitors can see a live animal and rap-tor exhibit, housing Iowa mammals and birds of prey. The nature center contains a variety of displays and an extensive collection of mounted native animals and birds. A staff naturalist is on hand to welcome visitors and fi eld questions. Public restrooms and drinking water are available.


Big Rock Golf and Country Club

9684 146th St., Fayette (563) 425-3687E-mail: [email protected]: www.bigrockcountryclub.com Front 9 – 2720 yards, par 36 (men); 2446 yards, par 36 (women). Back 9 – 3132 yards, par 36 (men); 2754 yards, par 36 (women). Driving and practice ranges also available at this nice 18-hole course.

Edgewater Golf Course

1432 Q Ave., Oelwein(319) 283-3258Email: [email protected] This scenic 9-hole course, located on Lake Oelwein, is a great place to host golf outing lessons with PGA pro Chris Black. It offers a full-sized driving range, banquet facilities, daily lunch spe-cials (open to the public), and a wide variety of Pro Shop equipment.

Hickory Grove Golf Course

1509 Outer Rd., Oelwein(319) 283-2674 Hickory Grove was honored as the 1978 Iowa Golf Association’s 9-Hole Golf Course of the Year. Come check it out!

Pleasant Valley Sports Club

Club/Golf Course24749 Canoe Rd., Elgin(563) 423-7396 Nice nine-hole course with the Turkey River flowing behind it. Cart rental available. Let our driving range help you brush up on your shots!

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Deer Ridge Campground13762 D Ave./County Rd. W51, Wadena563-774-2067

Downing ParkNorthwest of Westgate Th is 40-acre park off ers a quiet picnic area with virgin burr oak timber, a shelter house, play-ground, pit toilets, and hiking trails. A bird watch-er’s paradise!

Dutton’s Cave Park2½ miles NE of West Union on Hwy. 18 and ½ mile north on Ironwood Rd., West UnionDawn Amundson: 563-426-5740Fax: 563-426-5741E-mail: [email protected] Picnicking, hiking, and camping are avail-able in this 46-acre park located northeast of West Union. It has a heavily timbered, deep ravine, end-ing in a 50-foot vertical limestone wall directly above the cave opening. Th e explorable portion of the cave has been reduced over the years due to the siltation of the cave fl oor; it is currently closed to public access to prevent the spread of white-nose bat syndrome. Electricity is available at two camping sites and there are several sites without electricity. Th ere is a shelter house, water and pit toilets. Bird watching and spring wildfl ower viewing are popular activi-ties.

Echo Valley State Park, Glover’s Creek Fishing & Wildlife Area, and EVENT

TrailEcho Valley Rd., SE of West UnionDawn Amundson (park and Glover’s): (563) 426-5740 Richard Jensen (trail): 563-380-9518 Th is 100-acre natural area is located 2 miles southeast of West Union on Echo Valley Road, or north off Hwy. 56. It off ers a keystone archway, dam, shelter house, lime kiln, hiking trails, pic-nicking, primitive camping, and two trout streams. Th e limestone bluff s along the streams are ruggedly beautiful. Th e EVENT Nature Trail is approximately two miles of fl at, nicely maintained trail through Echo

Valley Park and beyond. It was previously a railroad right-of-way that has been converted to a popular trail. Wildfl owers abound in the springtime on the hillsides and Otter Creek fl ows serenely along the trail. As you walk, you’ll notice wild donkeys and goats roaming contentedly on parts of the trail, and various other wildlife are always nearby. Glover’s Creek Fishing and Wildlife Area is a 187-acre parcel of land adjacent to Echo Valley State Park. It is accessible through the Glover’s Creek side of the park. Th e Glover’s side only is open to public hunting.

Gilbertson ConservationEducation Area

22580 A. Ave., - ElginDawn Amundson: 563-426-5740Email: [email protected] Th e Gilbertson Conservation Education Area is a 345-acre park that off ers a handicapped-ac-cessible trail, Turkey River canoe access, a camp-ground, historical buildings, a petting zoo in the summer, fi shing in the river and pond, educational programs, a nature center and more. Lots of hiking and equestrian trails. A modern campground provides a dump sta-tion, showers, fl ush toilets, and 28 electrical sites. Th e primitive campground has pit toilets, a shelter house and playground. A primitive equestrian campground is also available.

Goeken Park6 miles north of West Union on Hwy. 150

Dawn Amundson: 563-426-5740Fax: 563-422-5741Email: [email protected] Th is 6½-acre park, perched high on a lime-stone bluff , is located 6 miles north of West Union on Hwy. 150. It off ers a beautiful panoramic view of many miles of the Turkey River valley, numer-ous camping areas (one with electrical hookup and many without), two shelter houses, a playground, pit toilets, and water.

Gouldsburg Park5 miles north of Hawkeye or 3 miles north of the intersection of Hwys. 18 and W14. Th is park off ers 64 acres along the Turkey River/Crane Creek, which provides good fi shing, tubing, and canoeing; picnicking places along and overlooking the river; and a modern campground with dump stations, showers and fl ush toilets (also some primitive campsites and pit toilets); play-ground; shelter house and hiking trails. Fossil hunters and rock hunters may fi nd some treasures here.

Heritage Hill Campground26411 Harding Rd. (1 mile north of Clermont on Hwy. 18); just south of Heritage Farm Park.Arnold Guyer:(563) 419-8534 Th is 105-acre campground off ers horseback, biking and hiking trails, showers and restrooms, a petting zoo, 2-acre fi shing pond, 56 electrical sites, four full RV sites, and unlimited tent sites. Th ere is also a barn available for rental for weddings, recep-

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Klock’s Island ParkHwy. 93 West, FayetteChristie Dennis/City Hall: (563) 425-4316 Located along the Volga River in Fayette, this popular city park off ers shelter houses and camp-ing. Great for picnics!

Maynard City Park & CampgroundMaynard Community Hall/ City HallCity Clerk: (563) 637-2269 Th is attractive city park off ers shelter houses, a ball diamond, and camping.

Oelwein City Park CampgroundOelweinCity Hall: (319) 283-5440 Th is beautiful city park features boating, fi shing, trails, playground equipment, picnic and camping areas. Modern campsites (electricity, wa-ter and AC) as well as some primitive sites avail-able. Firewood can be purchased.

Skip-A-Way Park &Campground/Quarry Lodge

3825 Harding Rd. (Hwy. 18), ClermontSteve/Teri Baker: (563) 423-7338 or (800) 728-1167Fax: (563) 423-5239Website: www.skipawayresort.com Camping with or without modern hookups. Other amenities include pull-thru sites; sites for

double slideouts. Modern, friendly group facilities, miniature golf, swimming beach, paddle boating, canoe rental (shuttle service available), tubes for rent. Fishing in 18-acre Quarry Lake without fi sh-ing license (registration must be stamped at the Lodge). Electric, water, sewer, playground, dump-ing stations, modern restrooms. Entertainment abounds at Skip-A-Way Park and the Quarry Lodge! Weekend movies, walking trail, basketball, horseshoes, bean bag game, wag-on and tractor rides. An 1800s log cabin can be rented, camping and fi shing supplies purchased at the store, and ca-ble TV hookups, a game room, and laundry facili-ties are all available. Th e Quarry Lodge off ers a full-service restaurant and bar (registration area) with game room, Sunday buff et, and daily specials. Video games and a pool table are also available at the Lodge.

Th elman Wildlife AreaFrom Hwy. 18 west of Hawkeye to County Rd. V68; follow to north of Alpha Th is unique park off ers 310 acres of public hunting and features native grasses, a wetland, and a timber area. Crop ground is also provided for wildlife to help them grow and prosper.

Twin Bridges3 miles north of Maynard on County Rd. W25Dawn Amundson: (563) 426-5740 Th is 17½-acre park is located 3 miles north of Maynard on the Volga River. It has a shelter house,

playground and off ers primitive camping with pit toilets. Th e stream is shallow with a bedrock bot-tom, which is great for fi shing.

Volga River State Recreation Area10225 Ivy Rd., Fayette(563) 425-4161Jeff Hildebrand, Park Ranger: (563) 920-3944 Th is 5,700-acre park off ers something for ev-eryone! It provides excellent habitat for fi sh (small-mouth bass, rock bass, channel catfi sh and white suckers). Its banks harbor wood ducks and shore birds. Twenty-two miles of hiking, mountain bik-ing, cross-country skiing, and equestrian trails can be found in this beautiful setting. Forty-one modern sites are available with electricity and/or water. In addition, there are 34 primitive equestrian campsites, plus 10 more primitive sites that are not open to equestrians. Six water hydrants are available throughout the eques-trian campground.

Little Turkey CampgroundNorth side of the Turkey River in WaucomaRay and Kathy Hack: (319) 334-0135 Th is beautiful campground off ers campers modern restrooms, hot showers, a laundromat, playground, fi shing, electricity, and a dump sta-tion. Twenty-three RV sites with electricity are pro-vided, and 10 feature full hook-ups (water, sewer, and electricity).

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Front (l-r): Deb Merrill and Janet Stahr; Back: Lisa Wescott, Stacy Merrill and Marlys Anderson

If you can’t fi nd an existing home that fi ts your needs,

take a look at building a new home! We have

models on display.


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The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society provides housing and services to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, national origin or other protected statuses according to applicable federal, state or local laws. Some services may be provided by a third party. All faiths or beliefs are welcome. © 2015 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society. All rights reserved.

W hen someone you care about needs caring for.

They are our mothers. Our fathers. Ourselves. People who have come to see life for the remarkable journey it has been and that is still to come. People who — better than anyone — can help us all find meaning and purpose. At the Good Samaritan Society, we believe everyone deserves to feel loved, valued and at peace while being treated with dignity.

To learn more about Good Samaritan Society – West Union, visit www.good-sam.com.


Fayette County is

AWESOME!

Th e paws have it...

165 Franklin StreetWest Union

563-422-3300

North FayetteAnimal ClinicStop in and pick

up some treats for your travel

companion!

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Nothing

IOWA’S OLDEST JEWELRY STORE

Established 1854 • Downtown West UnionMon. - Fri.: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat.: 8 a.m. - noon • Ph. 563-422-5364

Saboe Jewelry

Lilac Lanes Bowling CenterHwy. 18 W., West Union(563) 422-3594 Please call for hours and open bowling times.

Grand Th eater26 South Frederick, Oelwein(319) 283-5511www.fridleytheatres.com Two screens – enjoy free popcorn on Wednesday evenings!

Viper Lanes100 W. Charles, Oelwein(319) 283-4357 Enjoy a striking good time at Viper Lanes! Call for open bowling times.

Williams Center for the Arts/Wellness Center315 8th Ave. SE, OelweinDoug McFarlane, director Arts Center: (319) 283-6616Wellness Center: (319) 283-2312

Fax: (319) 283-2314Website: www.williamscenterforthe arts.com Th is 800-seat performing arts center includes a wellness and recre-ation facility, the Little Husky Learn-ing Center, a Northeast Iowa Com-munity College satellite center, and Covenant Hospital Rehabilitation Center. Concerts and shows are held at the Williams Center throughout the year.

Fayette County SpeedwayFayette County Fairgrounds(319) 327-2733Website: www.fayettecountyspeed-way.net Fayette County Speedway is the home of $5 weekly admission. Racing every Friday night - May through Au-gust.

Entertainmentin Fayette County

Fayette

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, WORK & PLAY!

welcomes you!County

Citizens of 17 Communities in 20 Townships are proud to call Fayette County HOME!

Th e Fayette County Supervisors invite you to visit our beautiful courthouse square, which is a model Green

Pilot Streetscape Project (one of two in the state!), or visit us online at www.fayettecountyiowa.org.

Visitors and new residents are always welcome!

welcomes you!


WE’RE HERE TO HELP!

Rehab Services

We are your home for rehab services in Fayette County!Physical Th erapy

Athletic TrainingSpeech Th erapy

Occupational Th erapy

Mon.-Fri., 7:15 a.m. - 5 p.m.

112 Jeff erson Street, West Union(563) 422-9729

Front: (l-r) Jaimie Thorson, PTA; Dawn Daughton, PT; Steffany Sass, MOT, OTR/L; Back: (l-r) Jill Aylsworth, PTA; Tricia Whittle, Offi ce Manager; Alyce Hilgerson, tech;

Jennifer Fuentes, PT, Rehab Director; Renae Lembke, PT; Sarah Quadri, SLP; Carrie Tope, DPT; Emily Terry, COTA/L; Absent from photo: Melanie Martin, ATC/L

Emergency ServicesHOSPITALS AND CLINICS

Allen Physicians & Clinics124 First Ave. SEOelwein, IA 50662(319) 283-2651

Gundersen Clinic - Fayette 110 King St.Fayette, IA 52142(563) 425-3381

Gundersen Clinic – West Union110 Jeff erson St.West Union, IA 52175(563) 422-3817

Mercy Hospital201 8th Ave. SEOelwein, IA 50662(319) 283-6000

Palmer Lutheran Health Center & Urgent Care112 Jeff erson St.West Union, IA 52175(563) 422-3811(563) 422-9755 (Urgent Care)

West Union Dialysis Center (DaVita West Union Dialysis)405 Hwy. 150 NorthWest Union, IA 52175(563) 422-5734(800) 424-6589

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Fayette Police Dept.(563) 425-3500

Oelwein Police Dept.(319) 283-4311

West Union Police Dept.(563) 422-3535

Fayette County Sheriff ’s Offi ce220 N. Industrial Pkwy.West Union, IA 52175(563) 422-6067

Palmer Lutheran Health Center - Photo by Dreamcatcher Photography


“Helping your dreams come true”

FAYETTE OFFICE HOURS M-Thur.........9:00 am - 3:00 pm Fri .................9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Serving Fayette County for over 100 years

ATM ACCESS (in entryway) 24 hours/day 7 days/week

“Helping your financial dreams come true”

FAYETTE

SUMNER

Member FDIC www.fsbsumner.com

1150 W. 1st St.Sumner

(563) 578-3312 or 866-578-3314

FayetteFayette Office HoursMonday - Thursday:

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sumner Office HoursMonday - Thursday:

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

200 S. MainFayette

(563) 425-3395 or 866-578-0008

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Documents

Fayette County Tourism Guide