Spirit of Okoboji

03/31/2026

Join our enewsletter and read all about what's happening this spring and summer! 👇

Friends of Abbie Gardner: 2025 Recap

10/28/2025

As the temperatures start to drop, we're dreaming about winter fun!

What indoor activities would make the Iowa Great Lakes even better year-round? Pickleball? Basketball? Family entertainment?

We want to hear YOUR ideas! Drop them in the comments below. 👇

10/26/2025

🌳 We've already selected the trees for our 2026 OkoboTree sculptures, and we're now looking for matching sponsors.

Here's the unique part – you'll work directly with the chainsaw artist and Spirit of Okoboji to help design the sculpture!

10/23/2025

NEW on the OkoboTree website! 🎨 Check out all the tree sculptures we've brought to life in 2025. Each one tells a story and transforms what was once a dying tree into lasting art for our community.

10/20/2025

Peak fall colors + outdoor art = the perfect October adventure! 🍁 Take a walk or drive around the lakes to discover OkoboTree sculptures while enjoying the autumn beauty.

How many can you find? Tag OkoboTree in your photos!

10/18/2025

Fall is the PERFECT time to explore indoors! 🍂 Visit our museums in the Lakes Area Museum Alliance this October. From local history to art to natural wonders, there's something for everyone.

Grab your sweater and go on a museum adventure!

📍 Find all 13 museums at lakesmusums.org (Be sure to check business hours as many of the museums are volunteer-driven).

10/17/2025

Partnerships to create more in our community!!

10/16/2025

Something new this fall at the Abbie Gardner Cabin Historic Site – no tent covering! 🍂 That means you can enjoy the beautiful fall colors around the grounds and soon, snowshoe through history this winter.

Spirit of Okoboji is proud to support the Friends of Abbie Gardner Cabin in preserving this special piece of our Iowa story.

Visit before the snow flies!

Friends of The Abbie Gardner Cabin Historic Site

10/14/2025

Did you know apple bobbing dates back to ROMAN TIMES? 🍎 And the Red Delicious apple is an Iowa native!

As we head into fall festival season, the Lakes Area Museum Alliance and Spirit of Okoboji love sharing these fun historical traditions that connect us to our past. Learn more about this classic autumn activity!

10/14/2025

Lakes Area Museum Alliance Partner making great things happen!! Supporting all 13 museums in Dickinson County!!

Major Construction Project About To Get Underway At Lakeside Lab...
https://www.exploreokoboji.com/news/major-construction-project-about-to-get-underway-at-lakeside-lab/

09/24/2025

Art meets conservation.

The OkoboTree project continues transforming expired trees into lasting sculptures, extending their beauty and impact. Every project reflects our commitment to creative sustainability in the Iowa Great Lakes region.