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10/06/2026

NOPE, not snow!! The last few days of dry sunny weather has let Common Milkweed pods burst open and release their silky seeds. These flossy seeds will hitch rides on the wind and hopefully germinate next spring!!

10/04/2026

It’s happening! Right now! What the heck are you doing if you’re not coming to Fall Fest at Otter Creek Lake today? Come hang out! Try a canoe! See some animals! Eat some food! Buy some stuff!

10/03/2026

TOMORROW’S THE DAY! FALL FEST!!!!

The forecast is calling for sunny skies, and TCCB is adding in
ALL THE FEELS to make your FALL FEST absolutely AWESOME!

Grab your fam & friends and come spend the afternoon with us at Fall Fest at Otter Creek Lake & Park!

There’s a little bit of everything waiting for you—food, goodies, vendors, animals, outdoor activities, games, demonstrations, kids fishing event and plenty of FALL FUN!

🎉 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park | Toledo, Iowa

Come soak up the sunshine and FALL INTO FUN with TCCB!

We’ll see you TOMORROW! 👋🧡

10/02/2026

The forecast is looking AWESOME for Sunday—and so are all the vendors who will be joining us and helping make Fall Fest one FESTIVE day!

Today’s FEATURE SPOTLIGHT is all about the GOODIES!

From fresh-baked treats and homemade goodies to fresh produce, drinks, jams, eggs, and more, there will be plenty of delicious things waiting for you at Fall Fest!

Come hungry, browse the booths, support our local vendors, and find something GOOD to take home!

And this is just one more reason to join us on Sunday…

FALL FEST 2026
📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park | Toledo, Iowa

FOOD • GOODS • GOODIES • COMMUNITY FUN • OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

We’ll see you Sunday!

10/02/2026

OooOOOooo Look at that pretty venue!

(This post and the use of our facility is Not an Endorsement. TCCB rents the Nature Center to any person/group without discrimination)

TOLEDO – Roughly five weeks out from Election Day, with polling increasingly turning in his favor, State Auditor Rob Sand, the Democratic nominee for governor, likes the view. “Pretty good view to sing that song to, isn’t it? Look out the windows here. Hats off to Tama County. You guys have go...

10/01/2026

VENDOR FEATURE SPOTLIGHT: GOODS

Our Fall Fest vendors are bringing a fantastic variety of handmade crafts, art, jewelry and unique creations to Otter Creek Lake & Park! From one-of-a-kind finds to beautiful handmade pieces, there will be plenty to see as you stroll through Fall Fest on what is shaping up to be a beautiful day!

Whether you’re looking for something special, a gift for someone, or just love supporting local makers, be sure to visit with our vendors!!!

Stay tuned as we continue introducing the folks who will be spending FALL FEST with us!

📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park

FOOD • GOODS • GOODIES • COMMUNITY FUN

GET OUTDOORS with Tama County Conservation

BeadIt by Beckham Vickie Beaver Beaver's Clay Candles Midwest Luxe Crafts Aura Glow Plaques Stitches by Snapdragon The Crafty Mama Candles & Scents 's Creations

09/30/2026

DRUMMMMMROOOOOLLLLL, PLEASE!!!

We are excited to give you a SNEAK PEAK at the vendors AND community partners who will be spending FALL FEST with us at Otter Creek Lake & Park!

Over the next few days, we’ll be shining the spotlight on the folks who are bringing FOOD, GOODS, GOODIES & COMMUNITY FUN to Fall Fest!

Get ready to snack, browse, discover, explore, and meet some of the awesome people and organizations helping make FALL FEST happen!🎉

Stay tuned for our next Fall Fest Feature Spotlight!

📅 Sunday, October 4 | 1–5 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park
🍂 GET OUTDOORS with Tama County Conservation Fall Fest

FOOD • GOODS • GOODIES • COMMUNITY FUN

Back Roads Eats & Sweets Clare’s Tenderloins By Mya Clare’s Tenderloins Fried Sweets & Treats Tropical Sno Events of Central Iowa Tacos La Cruz

09/29/2026

Get ready to REEL IN THE FUN AT FALL FEST!

Join us for FREE KIDS FISHING FUN EVENT as part of Tama County Conservation’s FALL FEST!

The first 30 participants will land a special gift bag!

Register with staff at the KIDS FISHING EVENT station when you arrive for Fall Fest.

*Fishing fun for ages 15 & younger
*Bring your own fishing gear or use one of our simple setups
*A limited amount of bait will be provided
*Catch-and-release fishing
*Awesome prizes to be reeled in.

FREE KIDS FISHING FUN EVENT
📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ FALL FEST is from 1:00-5::00pm
KIDS FISHING FUN EVENT FROM 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park, just outside Toledo

A whole afternoon of FAMILY FUN awaits while you GET OUTDOORS with TAMA COUNTY CONSEVATION

09/25/2026

FALL FEST FEATURE SPOTLIGHT #3:
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Get ready to meet some amazing animal ambassadors at Fall Fest!
From feathered friends to fascinating creatures, our ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS will give you an up-close look at some incredible wildlife—and maybe teach you a thing or two along the way!
*Falconry Demonstration
*Live Animal Encounters
*Up-close wildlife experiences
*Learn something new about the animals that share our world
Whether you're an animal lover, wildlife enthusiast, or just curious about what might show up at FALL FEST, you won't want to miss this!
📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 1–5 PM
📍 Otter Creek Lake & Park
FREE family fun • Everyone welcome!
Come for the animals. Stay for the festival!

09/22/2026

ATTENTION: We’ve received some reports that individuals are trying to contact our local vendors, falsely representing us, to try and collect vendor fees and mislead our community members. Example in the included picture (Mr Bailey does not work for us and may not even be a real person)

If interested in being a vendor with us, you should only ever be exchanging messages with our .org staff email and you should only be talking to Curtis or Angela. We do not charge vendors or the public anything for our Fall Fest event.

If something looks fishy, like the screenshot we’re including here, let us know.