Things to do in Storm Lake, Iowa
Come for the lake – and be surprised by the parks and the diverse dining. I was ready for swimming, biking, and putting my feet…
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Why you should stay at King’s Pointe Resort in Storm Lake, Iowa
If you’re looking for a lakefront getaway where you can park your car and have everything you need in one space, check out King’s Pointe…
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Get your NASCAR racing experience at the Iowa Speedway
“There’s really no way to prepare you for what happens on the first corner.” That was the most frequent response when I interviewed family members…
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What to expect at Tivoli Fest in Elk Horn, Iowa (2026)
Tivoli Fest is a Danish-American celebration held every year in Elk Horn, Iowa. The town of approximately 650 is known for being the largest rural…
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Live like a Viking in Elk Horn, Iowa.
The VikingHjem in Elk Horn, Iowa demonstrates a typical structure used throughout Scandinavia and Northern Europe during the later Dark Ages to the early Middle…
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It’s Danish, damn it: Danish Windmill in Elk Horn, Iowa
I don’t think the folks at the Danish Windmill in Elk Horn, Iowa would approve of this title. They are too kind. But I think…
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Discover your Danish heritage at the Museum of Danish America
The Museum of Danish America is three floors of exhibits showcasing Danish American history. Two floors are permanent exhibits and the upper floor is dedicated…
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Penny’s Diner in Missouri Valley, Iowa
I’ve driven along Interstate 29 in Western Iowa numerous times, but just noticed Penny’s Diner in Missouri Valley. It’s not far from the Interstate, so…
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Wolf Creek Swing Bridge
Swing bridges are an item of personal interest for me – I’ve been working on a list of swing bridges around the state, hoping to…
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You must see Matchstick Marvels in Gladbrook, Iowa.
Patrick Acton likes to glue wooden matchsticks together, one at a time. But it’s not just a few matchsticks – it’s more like thousands of…
