Local Recreation News Today

The nature-themed park is Windsor’s newest addition to the town, offering opportunities for all ages to enjoy.

For Windsor, the motto “Recreation Lives Here” isn’t just a swanky tagline the town uses to lure people into the community. Providing fun in the form of different events, activities and programs that brings all ages of community members together has been a top priority for the Parks, Recreation and Culture Department.

When meeting Michelle Vance, the first thought that popped into my mind was Newton’s Laws of Motion, “an object in motion will stay in motion.” Vance is definitely an object in motion and as the new executive director of the Windsor Downtown Development Authority, she is prepared to pump some inspiration and excitement into downtown and its businesses.

Bipartisan Legislation Allows National Forests to Retain Fees Generated by Ski Areas, Representing Financial Support for Local Recreation Needs On

A day of outdoor winter fun for the whole family is returning to Clear Lake this weekend. The Midwest Sled Fest, formerly known as The Jack Helgren Memorial Race, will take place on Saturday at Clear Lake State Park, 6490 S. Shore Drive. A file photo from The Jack Helgren Memorial Race in Clear Lake in 2019. The event was taken over by the North Iowa Snow Seekers and Hancock County Snowmobile Association and renamed Midwest Sled Fest in 2020.  LISA GROUETTE, The Globe Gazette ...