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Bison Fest at Botna Bend

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Saturday, November 6, 2021
11:00am to 2:00pm Add to Calendar

Botna Bend Park
42926 Mahogany Road
Hancock, Iowa 51536

Ages
All Ages

Cost
Free with park admission or annual pass

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 preserve them.

Swing by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for fun, family-friendly activities, including:

  • Botna Bend’s live bison herd
  • Atlatl and bison chip throwing
  • Local food from Feed Trough
  • Bison wool spinning
  • Hay rack rides
  • Bison artifacts
  • Storytelling
  • Crafts
  • Fossil hunting - Learn how to search for and find fossils along the West Nishnabotna River
  • Bison's Role on the Prairie Presentation - Learn how bison support vital prairie ecosystems

This event is free with a $3 park entry fee or an annual permit. Please bring a few extra dollars (cash) for bison chili, chicken noodle soup, fries and funnel fries, all of which is being graciously provided by Feed Trough on a freewill donation basis. Thank you Feed Trough!

2021 programming is sponsored by the Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation.

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.

Map to Bison Fest at Botna Bend

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