In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out at Botna Bend Park and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them.
Swing by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fun, family-friendly activities, including:
- Botna Bend’s live bison herd
- Atlatl throwing
- Bison wool spinning
- Flint knapping
- Hay rack rides
- Bison artifacts
- Food by The Feed Trough
- Crafts
- Fossils
- Union Pacific Railroad Museum: Learn about the history of bison and the railroad
- The Nature Conservancy: Learn about the symbiotic relationship between bison and the prairie
- Music by Ron Cisar
- Video presentations on the Joy Creek Major archaeological site & Coralville Lake's Devonian Fossil Gorge
This event is free with a $3 park entry fee or an annual permit and will be held RAIN or SHINE. We'll see you there!
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The Pottawattamie Conservation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in its employment, programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Human Resource Director 227 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501.
Saturday, November 2, 2024
11:00am to 2:00pm
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Botna Bend Park
42926 Mahogany Road
Hancock, Iowa 51536
Ages
All Ages
Cost
Free with $3/vehicle park entry or membership