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ou will find an entirely different experience in Allamakee County, the Northeast corner of Iowa! Deeply carved river valleys, upward reaching bluffs and outdoor activities for all seasons, Yare just a few things that make our county one of a kind! We have spectacular views of bluffs, the longest trout stream in the state, and the only National Monument in Iowa. Allamakee is the place for adventure, family friendly experiences & unrivaled natural beauty. Besides our natural surroundings, Allamakee County offers quaint downtowns, one of a kind shops and history that may surprise you. Did you know that Jefferson Davis spent time in Allamakee County? Davis was sent to Allamakee County to open the first saw mill west of the Mississippi River because he was courting President Zachary Tyler’s daughter. Despite Tyler’s effort, they did end up getting married on June 17, 1835.

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We hope you find this brochure a useful and educational resource that will entice you to visit Allamakee County. We, Allamakee County Economic Development & Tourism (ACED), are proud to promote our wonderful county and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. We are able to provide this brochure and other resources because of our business members. Without their support we would not be able to achieve the goals we have reached, provide the services we offer and create the marketing materials to help promote our county. ACED members are denoted in this brochure by the “ M ” symbol and bold. Please thank the ACED members when you have the opportunity to do business with them. We are unique and can provide you a vacation, weekend getaway, hunting exploration or family adventure that you will never forget.

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M Allamakee County Historical Society Museum & Genealogy Research 121 Allamakee St., Waukon (563) 568-2954 • www.allamakeehistory.org The interior and exterior of this 1863 building has been preserved to reflect the time of its construction, including the bell tower, which houses the original bell. The whole family will enjoy a step back in time as you visit displays of period clothing and furnishings, including the piano and organ from the historic Wexford Church (located in the rural Lafayette Township area). A medical exhibit includes an operating table and instruments used by physicians during the early years of the county’s settlement. The original second floor courtroom is intact and includes a display of law books, judge’s chair and bench, witness Black Hawk Bridge chair, and the jury box. IA-9/WI-82 Mississippi River Crossing, Lansing Completed in 1931 at the cost of nearly $750,000. The Black Hawk Bridge crosses the Mississippi River with a design that has attracted not only local, but national attention for its beauty. The cantilever structure spans the Mississippi, joining the states of Iowa and Wisconsin. The bridge was named in honor of the great Sauk leader, Chief Black Hawk and is popularly referred to as the “Lansing Bridge”. The bridge roadway is 21 feet wide with a minimum vertical clearance of 18.5 feet and has a total length, including the main channel crossing and approach spans, of 1,623 feet. Effigy Mounds National Ion Exchange Monument 1878 Old Mission Dr., Harpers Ferry 151 Hwy. 76, Harpers Ferry (800) 291-2143 • www.ionexchange.com. (563) 873-3491 • www.nps.gov/efmo/index.htm Growing wildflowers, native plants, No visit to Allamakee County would be native grasses and Gardening plants. Ion complete without stopping at Iowa’s only Exchange, Inc. is a Native Wildflower and national monument, Effigy Mounds National Prairie Grass Nursery established in 1988. Monument. There are 206 known prehistoric Tours are available by appointment. Native American Indian mounds within the borders of the park, 31 of which are MUSEUMS & HISTORIC shaped in the likeness (effigy) of bears or birds. The 2,526-acre park is divided into ATTRACTIONS two units (North and South) by the Yellow by hours of operation or appointment. River. Although most Indian mound groups See listings for details. involve hiking along relatively long and steep trails, three burial mounds are accessible directly behind the visitor center. Hiking trails M Old Courthouse Museum offer modest to extended routes, allowing 107 Allamakee St., Waukon you to select your route and view a variety (563) 568-2954 • www.allamakeehistory.org of mounds. An accessible boardwalk trail Within the 1861 structure, one will discover into the wetlands near the Visitor Center is rooms furnished to reflect the 19th and available for disabled visitors and persons of early 20th century, displays of farm tools, all walking abilities. Open year-round. military items, medical room, and the court 4 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS room-complete with the judge’s bench, chair and gavel. The courthouse was the center of a great controversy between the cities of Waukon and Lansing. Both cities claimed to be the County seat; each raised funds and built courthouses with Lansing completing theirs first. In June of 1866, after ten county seat contests, a posse of 30 men on horseback seized all the county records and took them to this Waukon courthouse. The Iowa Supreme Court later intervened in the dispute, making Waukon the official and 30 minutes north latitude. To solidify his county seat. Locals today will still speak of mark, Lee purchased a cast-iron monument the brazen action! on October 19, 1849 and had it installed on the border. This 600-pound cast-iron post Fish Farm Mounds marks “Minnesota” on the north, “Iowa” on State Preserve the south and “1849” & “43-30” (latitude) Hwy 26, 3 miles S. of New Albin on the sides. This is the only original marker A 3-acre prehistoric cemetery (mound group) remaining on the northern boundary line of located in the southern portion of the 576- the State of Iowa. acre Fish Farm Mounds Wildlife Area. The Preserve contains a cluster of 30 conical MUSEUM OF RIVER HISTORY mounds of various sizes, which were built AND COMMERCIAL FISHING by Native Americans from 100 B.C. to 650 MUSEUM A.D. The Wildlife Area is mostly wooded and 60 S. Front St., Lansing, is abundant with wildlife, making it a popular (563) 538-4641 or (563) 538-3943 hunting area. Site includes picnic shelters Lansing’s unique history as a river town and limited hiking and walking trails. comes to life in this specialized museum, featuring a collection of memorabilia IRON POST from the early development of the town. Hwy 26, 1/4 mile N. of New Albin Authentic wooden boats and artifacts offer For many years, the border between Iowa visitors a glimpse at the early clamming and Minnesota was hotly disputed. Iowans and clamshell button industries, as well as urged the government to use the Minnesota commercial fishing and ice harvesting. An River as the dividing line, giving Iowa a extensive photograph collection documents good portion of what is now southern the growth of this river town, which was an Minnesota. Minnesotans wanted to use the important ferry point for immigrants crossing 42nd parallel as the border, giving them the the Mississippi River in the early days of city of Dubuque & Northern Iowa. In 1849, westward expansion. Open by appointment. 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Gjefle Log Cabin legally purchase the building for town hall 121 Allamakee St., Waukon purposes alone. Thus, the building served two (with the Courthouse Museum) purposes, town hall and as a memorial for the community’s veterans, hence the name This two-story cabin was originally built by “Memorial Hall.” The property was added to Norwegian immigrants. It housed as many National Register of Historic Places in 2000. as 15 people at a single time between 1870 and 1886. Cabin was moved to its present site in 1990. Sandy Point Cemetery (Historically known as Harpers Ferry Cemetery) Southern end of Sandy Point Rd, Harpers Ferry Surrounded by a modest, black iron fence and shaded by tall oak trees, two very different histories are juxtaposed at this point. Buried in this small cemetery is David Harper, an influential businessman known for his large merchandising business of produce. The town was named after Mr. Harper in 1860 and he is still regarded as a leading spirit in the development of Harpers Ferry and his gravestone still stands in dignified grandeur. But it is what surrounds Mr. Harper’s gravesite that makes this cemetery so unusual: seven ceremonial Native American mounds. As many as 2500 years before the settlement of Wexford Immaculate Harpers Ferry, this land along the Conception Church 1416 Co. Hwy. X52, Harpers Ferry great river was occupied by Native This Immaculate Conception Church located Americans. From in an area called Wexford is reportedly the the Woodland oldest Catholic Church between Dubuque, Period, the people Iowa and St. Paul, Minnesota. Located nine are known for miles south of Lansing just off the Great River their subsistence Road, this little stone church is perfectly horticulture, ceramics production, diversified perched above a charismatic Allamakee hunting/gathering and their extensive trade County valley. A creek runs along nearby, the networks. Midwest archaeological evidence sun cascades over the woodland, the road has revealed materials and artifacts from hugs the landscape and it isn’t hard to see as far west as the area now known as why Irish settlers chose this special site to Yellowstone National Park. These people start their community. The church’s simple, also built earthen structures called “mounds.” elegant interior is full of calm, especially when Archaeologists speculate that the mounds the late afternoon beams of sunlight stream found at Sandy Point Cemetery, like many through the intricate stained glass. Make other area mounds, were constructed not sure to notice the framed port record on only as refuges for the dead, but as territorial the back wall which lists all the Ticonderoga boundaries between groups. ship passengers who sailed from Liverpool, England to New Orleans in the winter of 1850. Turner Memorial Hall It is many of these listed individuals who 119 E. Greene St., Postville deemed this valley their final destination. They Built in 1913, the building shows the constructed a small log church in 1851 under predominance of the German-American the direction of their pastor Father Thomas culture. In 1940 the hall was offered to Hore. The church you see standing today, the town for a reasonable sum. Under the completed in 1870, was the third church built Iowa Code of laws, the town could not at this location.

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The following historical sites are located on private property. Please the Mississippi River, was constructed of lo- obtain permission from property owners before going on the property cally quarried limestone and of oak and white pine materials. It opened in 1864 and was Arthur Wendel Residence used continuously as a school for 108 years, 611 Dodge St., Lansing closing in 1973. Greek Revival Style; listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Constructed in 1870 in Second Empire Style, this home presently a private, multiple-family dwelling. Alberta House Country RD. A-26 (intersection of A-26 & Center Baptist Church Lycurgus Rd.), rural New Albin 1555 Trout Rd, Lansing This originally intended wayside hotel served Established in 1853 - the second oldest as a refuge for frightened settlers during the Swedish Baptist Church in America. This New Ulm Massacre (Sioux) on September church building was dedicated in 1912. 1, 1862. Built by E.T. Albert four years prior Daniel Brennan Residence to the massacre, it features three-foot-thick 491 N. Front St., Lansing stone walls. Constructed in 1870 as a single family resi- Colsch Log House dence, this Italianate Style mansion continues 2774 Hwy. 26 (east side of rd.), rural New Albin to serve as a private single-family dwelling. Constructed in 1858 Elijah Fish (originally G. Kerndt & Brothers called Elijah Fish Log Cabin), the 1 ½ log house sits on land surveyed by Nathaniel General Store Boone, son of Daniel Boone. 391 Main St., Lansing Constructed in 1861 as a general store, New Albin Town Hall this Vernacular style building is listed on the NW corner of Main St. & Ross Ave., New Albin National Register of Historic Places. With its Used until 1969, this 1895 structure attractive exterior and open interior, the space features a bell tower in the Vernacular Style is often used as a community center. with elements of Greek Revival Influence. Building contains just three rooms: the jail, a G. Kerndt & Brothers marshal’s office and council room. Grain Elevator 60-90 Front St., Lansing This Vernacular Style stone and brick structure originally weighed and loaded steamboats and late rail traffic. The structure was constructed in 1868 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Landmark Inn & Gun House 1172 Hwy 9, rural Lansing Township A Federal Style structure built in 1851. The front section was built as the private resi- dence by Col. John Wakefield. Historians say Wakefiled was a childhood friend of Abraham Lincoln and commissioned by the President during the Civil War. The rear section was added in 1854 and has been a brewery, hotel, store and post office. The house is now a single family residence. The stone structure directly behind the Land- mark Inn is the Gun House, constructed in 1851. Supposedly built by Col. Wakefield to defend against Native American uprisings fol- lowing his participation in the Blackhawk Wars. Lansing Stone School 509 Center St., Lansing The Stone school was built in 1863, by Thom- as Gotlieb Engelhorn for a cost of $5,000. The two-story building, three blocks west of 7 HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS

The historical sites listed on this page are located on private property. Please respect their privacy and obtain permission from property owners before going on the property

Barnes Octagon House 22 E. Main St., Waukon This Stone Italianate house was constructed in 1865. The house was built with local limestone and the foundation is 20-foot bedrock while the walls were quarried from the basement site. The house was built for Thomas H. Barnes, an early settler of Reburn 12-Sided Barn 1641 Pool Hill Dr., rural New Albin This unique 12-sided, beef cattle barn was built by Tom Reburn in 1941. Some of the timber and sheeting lumber was taken from Reburn’s father’s barn. With a 46 foot diam- eter, the barn is capable of feeding 50 cattle at one time. Interior of the barn has a circular feed aisle and hay mound with a circular track for the hay fork. This structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. John R Mott House 265 W. Williams St., Postville This Victorian Style two-story frame house was constructed in 1867 and was the boyhood home of former Postville resident, Dr. John Raleigh Mott (1865-1955). Dr. Mott received the1946 Nobel Peace Prize for founding the World Council of Churches. Hailed as an inter- national religious leader, Dr. Mott was recog- nized for his service in church and missionary movements. Identified with a bronze plaque and is now a private apartment building known as Mott Manor. The building also once served as a hospital. Visitors are allowed only to look at the exterior from the sidewalk or road. Roger Kolarich Home 111 E. Tilden St., Postville Constructed in 1872 by Fodfrey Stadt, this two story frame home in Victorian Gothic Style includes a stage. Stadt’s son enjoyed Waukon and local physician. Barnes served performing one-person shows, so Stadt in the Civil War and built the house upon had the stage built for his son. The building returning to Waukon. Today the house presently serves as a dental office. serves as a dental office. Old East Paint Creek Otto J. Hager House Lutheran Church 402 Allamakee St., Waukon 1799 Elon Dr., County Rd. A-52, Waterville Constructed in 1908 the brick Prairie School- Constructed in 1869, structure is considered Style home was designed by prominent Gothic Style and listed on the National architect Robert C. Spenser of Chicago. Register of Historic Places. This was the first Property is listed on the National Register church constructed for Norwegian settlers in of Historic Places and presently a private Allamakee County. single-family residence. 8 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member RECREATION & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

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M Green Valley Getaway Apple Orchards: 78 16th Ave NW, Waukon • (563) 568-4866 Countryside Orchard An exciting nine-hole golf course. From the 1803 Whitetail Dr., Lansing • (563) 538-4546 longest tees it presents 1,434 yards of golf for a par of 30. Green Valley Getaway is a Organic and natural production of apples, daily fee golf course with an ‘open to the cherries, raspberries, blueberries, squash & public’ guest policy. Enjoy fresh air and the sheep. scenery while golfing, sitting in the outdoor Peake’s Orchards beer garden with a fire pit, or relax inside in 319 N. Line Dr., Waukon • (563) 419-0449 their lounge area while enjoying something from their full menu entrees. This is a great Pick your own or purchase on site. Hayrides place for graduations, reunions and parties, are available by reservation. with plenty of outdoor seating and parking.

Family & Friends M Main Feature Theatre Adventures: & Pizza Pub 38 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-6134, M Movie line: (563) 568-4900 Effigy Mounds National www.mainfeaturetheater.com Monument “The eat while watching a movie place!” Main 151 Hwy. 76, Harpers Ferry • (563) 873-3491 Feature Theater and Pizza Pub is a movie www.nps.gov/efmo/index.htm theater with tables and chairs on a tiered No visit to Allamakee County would be com- declining floor. Whole families can enjoy not plete without stopping at Iowa’s only national only watching a movie but ordering pizzas, monument. There are 206 known prehistoric pastas, appetizers, etc. They also have a few American Indian mounds in the park, 31 are rows of regular theater seats at the front for shaped in the likeness (effigy) of bears or guests wanting to just enjoy the movie but birds. The 2,526-acre park is divided into two units by the Yellow River. Walking trails pro- not eat. Main Feature is also a wonderful vide modest to extended routes, allowing you place to hold business meetings, birthday to view a variety of mounds. An accessible parties, graduation parties, community boardwalk into the wetlands near the Visitor meetings and any other social events. Open Center is available for disabled and persons of seven days a week! all walking abilities.

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M Mississippi Explorer cruises Riverfront on Main St., Lansing (877) 647-7397 ext. 1 or (563) 586-4444 www.mississippiexplorer.com Discover the beautiful scenery and grandiose eco-system that encompasses the Mississippi River, where alluring backwaters are aching for exploration. Bring your family, friends and camera for a uniquely tailored riverboat excursion on America’s grandest river. Enjoy freshwater swimming pool/beach, modern the splendor of the mighty Mississippi River shower facilities, cabin rental, volleyball, ecosystems as you are navigated through horseshoes, basketball court, game room and the meandering channels and endless refreshments. Wonderful fishing on the Upper backwaters. Magnificent scenery, abundant Iowa River as well as numerous trout streams wildlife, waterfowl and bald eagles welcome within a 10-mile radius encompasses this you around every bend. Call ahead to set up resort. Camping season: April 15- Oct. 15. a tour! M Village Creek Bible Camp 1588 Drake Rd., Lansing • (563) 535-7320 www.villagecreek.net At VCBC, every day is filled with “funtastic” things to do - The Blob (you just have to see it!), kayaking, fishing, the 100’ waterslide, and the beach are some of the highlights at the lake. Village Creek also has laser tag, horsemanship/trail-riding, archery, and a ropes challenge course with one of the longest zip-lines in the Midwest. They offer a variety of camping experiences for both youth and families in either summer or winter M S & S Houseboat months. Whether participating in one of their Rentals programs or planning your own customized 990 S. Front St., Lansing • (800) 728-0131 retreat or event, Village Creek would love www.ssboatrentals.com. to have you as their guest. Give them the They are located in the heart of the Upper opportunity to serve you or your group, and Mississippi River Wildlife and Fish Refuge, we believe you will be blessed. one of the most beautiful refuges in the Bigfoot Canoe Rental United States. You can watch bald eagles 419 Big Foot Rd, Volney • (563) 539-4272 soar, fish and enjoy this natural beauty all while being on a fully furnished, luxury Explore the beauty houseboat. S&S has several packages to and wonder of the accommodate all your needs. S&S also Yellow River valley. rents fishing and pontoon boats. Bigfoot Canoe Rental rents canoes, M Upper Iowa Resort kayaks and tubes. and Rental Shuttle service is 578 Lonnings Dr., Dorchester also available. They (563) 568-3263 • www.upperiowaresort.com are located in the Nestled in a quiet valley right along the Village of Volney, Upper Iowa River, enjoy camping (primitive or seven miles north of electric/water sites), canoeing, kayaking, and Monona off County inner-tubing. The resort includes sand-bottom Highway X26.

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Bird Watching With multiple lodging options, this spacious lodge is not only a vactation getaway, but a Allamakee County has several prime locations great place to host family reunions, meetings, to just sit and watch the birds! Whether it be weddings and other events. (Commercial eagles or hawks, or any other familiar birds, kitchen on site for catering needs) you can sit by the Mississippi River and take it all in! Effigy Mounds National Monument Waukon Bowling and offers an annual “Hawk Watch” weekend Sports Center and they also have a bird conservation area. 601 Rossville Rd., Waukon • (563) 568-2310 The US Fish and Wildlife Refuge, along the Offering eight lanes of bowling, pool and Mississippi River, is home to hundreds of darts, a full food menu and drinks. species. The City of Lansing also hosts an annual “Rivers & Bluffs Birding Festival” each Waukon Country Club November. 308 1st St. SE., Waukon • (563) 568-9939 Driftaway This nine-hole course features 3,017 yards of Hot Air golf along with a full service bar. (Available for Balloon parties and receptions.) Rides 204 E. Main St., Hunting & Fishing: Waukon (800) 643-9229 Iowa Fishing and Hunting Regulations can be Experience the found at www.iowadnr.gov and information about beauty of Allamakee US Fish and Wildlife Service lands can be found County from a hot air at www.fws.gov. balloon. This lifetime Deer experience ends Allamakee County wiht a traditional is a top county for Champagne toast Boone and Crockett upon landing. trophy quality deer Geocaching and ranked 8th Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure among all North hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. American counties. Visit www.geocaching.com to learn more With over 10,000 about Geocaching! acres of state DNR hunting land, Hi-way Lanes finding your perfect 144 E. Military Rd., Postville • (563) 864-9515 spot for that “big There are eight lanes of bowling with, a full buck” shouldn’t be bar and lounge, pizza and sandwich menu. a problem. Make sure you have your Iowa hunting license and Lady Luck Casino permission to hunt on any private land. 100 Anti Monopoly, Marquette • (800) 496-8238 With three floors of gambling, this river boat offers lots of fun, entertainment and eating options. Maiden Voyage Tours McGregor • (563) 586-2123 or (563) 880-8970 Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Mighty Mississippi. Tours run late May through mid October. Pikes Peak 15316 Great River Rd., McGregor • (563) 873-2341 This state park features a 500-foot bluff overlooking the Upper Mississippi River. The Natural Gait 1878 Old Mission Dr., Harpers Ferry • (877) 776-2208

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Fishing Allamakee County boasts some of the most beautiful and plentiful trout streams in the Upper Midwest. Named the second most visited county by Trout Anglers in the State of Iowa, it’s a true angler’s paradise, dotted with miles and miles of trout streams. Some are easily accessible in state or county parks, and others are located wild and remote natural spaces. Iowa trout streams offer rainbow, brown and brook trout, both naturally reproducing and stocked. For the non trout angler, Pool 9 of the Mississippi River offers major species of bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, freshwater drum, largemouth bass, northern pike, sauger, smallmouth bass and walleye. Minor species of flathead catfish, rock bass, white bass, yellow perch can also be caught. Free fishing weekend is the first full weekend in June for Iowa residents. Morel MushroomS Morels are edible mushrooms that grow in the spring. The cap of morels is holey or spongy looking, and they have hollow stems. The mushrooms are typically found in moist areas, around dying or dead elm trees, sycamore and ash trees, old apple orchards and maybe even in backyards. Highly sought mushrooms, morels once destination for wild game. picked keep When hunting, follow all for two to three laws, regulations and days, according landowner directives. to Iowa State Hunting licenses can be University. purchased at numerous Some Iowa outlets. residents plan Peck’s Pool 9 their springtime around hunting Guide Service for morels. 2709 High View Ln. New Albin However, (563) 544-4611 poisonous false www.lake-like.com/ morels also grow fishing/guide.cfm/128/ in the same Pecks-Pool-9-Guide- areas during Service the same time They offer six hour and of year. Obtain eight hour day trips out on permission prior the Mississippi River Pool to entering any 9. specializing in bass, walleye, northern privately owned land. pike, catfish, and pan fish fishing. Wild Game Up North Adventure Allamakee County boasts a large population 1431 Bakkum Rd., Waukon • (563) 535-7296 of wild turkeys, pheasants, duck, geese and www.upnorthadventures.weebly.com other small game. With the vast amount of offering fishing to dog sledding adventures. public land, support from land owners and Call to book an exciting and educational hunting aficionados, Allamakee is a prime experience in the outdoors. 13 RECREATION & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Lull’s Park Parks & Picnic spots: SE side of Postville (563) 864-7454 M Waukon Park & This city park contains Recreation playground equipment, Hwy. 9, Waukon basketball court, frisbee (563) 568-6420 golf, shelters with or (563) 568-7131 electricity, grills and www.waukonparkandrec.com tables, restrooms. The Forty-six acres of open park newly remodeled city make this a great meeting swimming pool is place for families and friends. located within the park. There are Picnic shelters, hiking An extension of Lull’s trails, aquatic center, disc golf, Park includes a nature/ fishing pond and camping facilities walking trail. and several playground structures located in this park.

Mount Hosmer City Park Lansing • (563) 538-4757 A spectacular panoramic view of 50 miles of the beautiful Mississippi River valley rewards visitors who take the side trip up to the 104- acre Mount Hosmer City Park, situated on a bluff 450 feet above the town of Lansing. The park is named for Harriet Hosmer, a sculptress, who won a footrace to the summit of the hill during a steamboat layover during the 1850s. Savor the natural beauty of the Mississippi and watch the river boats go by from this scenic overlook. Amenities include restrooms, shelter, telescopes and Bluffview Park veteran memorials. A large lighted American 942 Hwy. 364, Harpers Ferry • (563) 568-2996 Flag flies high above the bluff and can be Roadside rest area featuring an open stone seen from the Wisconsin side of the River. shelter, restrooms, grills and picnic tables. Park is managed and maintained by the City of Lansing. Clinton F. Meyer Park Murdock St., Postville Nobles Island Public Boat Landing Playground equipment, a basketball court, 645 Hwy. 364, Harpers Ferry • (563) 568-2996 shelter and portable restrooms are available on site. A public boat landing on the Mississippi River located five miles South of Harpers Ferry. In Harpers Slough addition to two boat launching ramps, the 759 Hwy. 364, Harpers Ferry • (563) 568-2996 area also offers shoreline fishing access, Day use area that offers picnicking spots and picnicking spots, and restrooms (pit latrines) handicapped shoreline fishing access along for public use. Managed and maintained by the Mississippi River. Allamakee Co. Conservation.

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Stonebrook Park Swimming & Fitness: 589 Yellow River Dr., Postville • (563) 568-2996 Newly developed along the Yellow River, this M Waukon Family small quiet park has picnicking, a shelter house and fishing! Enjoy listening to the water Aquatic Center Waukon City Park, Waukon • (563) 568-2514 rolling over the rocks or dipping your toes in www.waukonparkandrec.com the the Yellow River. Managed and maintained The entire family will enjoy the twisting water by Allamakee Co. Conservation. slide, diving board and special children’s Yellow River State Forest area, which includes geysers and a raindrop 729 St. Forest Rd., Harpers Ferry • (563) 586-2254 structure. www.iowadnr.gov/forestry/yellowriver.html Lansing Community Pool First acquired as a state forest in 1935, the 490 Bench St., Lansing • (563) 538-4343 Yellow River Forest has grown to encompass Outdoor pool with sloping area and diving boards. nearly 8,500 acres of natural beauty. Some of Iowa’s most unique forest features and terrain Postville Community Pool are found in the forest, and a wide variety of 402 Wilson St., Postville • (563) 864-7690 plant and animal life (including more than 65 Newly renovated outdoor public swimming species of birds) make this carefully managed pool with a diving board, mushroom water timberland a lovely place to visit. Year-round structure, slide and lanes for lap swimming. camping is available, and hikers, equestrians, snowmobilers and cross-country skiers are Northeast Iowa YMCA sure to appreciate the extensive trail system. 313 W Post St., Postville • (563) 864-9622 Hunting and fishing are also popular activities Features an indoor pool,exercise room, basket- in the forest. ball court and community room for meetings. M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member 15 RECREATION & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Swimming & Fitness Continued Waukon Recreational Trail Lansing Fitness Center 2 miles 51 N. 5th St., Lansing • (563) 538-4471 Over two miles of trail within the Waukon City Park. Future plans are being made to extend They have a large selection of cardio equip- this trail so it creates at least a three mile loop. ment, weight machines, dumbbells and offer View a map: www.allamakeecounty.com. group fitness classes. Waukon Wellness Center 1220 Third Ave. NW., Waukon • (563) 568-0074 www.waukonwellness.com Offers an indoor walking/ running track, racquetball courts, basketball/volley- ball/ tennis courts, batting cages, rock climbing wall, exercise equipment, free weights, personal training as well as group exercise classes.

Trails: Army Road 2 miles West of New Albin • (563) 873-3423 This two mile gravel trail takes you out into the Mississippi River floodplains and backwaters. Water Trails: It is just one small portion of the 660 acre Pool Slough Wildlife Management Area. The trail crosses wetlands, sloughs (areas of soft Friends of Pool 9 muddy ground), then winds its way through A community based, grassroots, non-profit a floodplain forest. The end of the trail will organization, who share a common mission provide a parking lot, boat ramp and fishing to conserve the natural and cultural resources platform. Bring your boat and this landing within Pool 9 of the Upper Mississippi River will be the start of your adventure into Reno Mississippi River - Bottoms’ backwaters. Reno Bottom’s Mississippi River Trail Reno, MN to New Albin, IA (MRT) 280 miles (Bike) (563) 873-3423 • www.fws.gov The MRT provides an opportunity for you This 14 mile trail has three take-out points to safely bike one of the Nation’s most along the trail. From April to early June, spectacular roadways, the Great River Road. Millstone and New Albin Army Road Landings Although this bike trail does not yet stretch are frequently under water. You should take the length of Iowa, you can access the MRT out at Visger’s Landing during high water. Pick in New Albin and bike all the way to Lansing, up a map before your adventure so you can then ride into Harpers Ferry and south. Hop find your way through the maze of islands and on again just south of McGregor and ride to Guttenberg. It provides opportunities for you to enjoy bluff top views of the Mississippi River or get up close and personal with the river. Snow Mobile trails The Allamakee Sno-Blazers maintain approximately two hundred miles of groomed snowmobile trails, including the Yellow River State Forest in Allamakee County. Scenic Trails connect with Winneshiek County, Clayton County and Minnesota trails. View map at: www. snoblazers.lrtwebservice.com.

16 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member RECREATION & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES backwaters. Plans are to extend the canoe trail to Harpers Ferry Effigy Mounds National Monument. Refer to the Reno Bottoms Canoe map at www.fws.gov. Mississippi River Lansing to Harpers (563) 873- 3423 Paddlers can put in at Lansing and work their way 17 miles downstream on the Mississippi or put in at Heytman’s Landing and go nine miles downstream to Harpers Ferry. The trail portages over the spillway at Lock and Dam No. 9. Future plans will connect to the Reno Bottom’s water trail. Trail is managed and maintained by US Fish and Wildlife

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Upper Iowa River You will discover Allamakee County has what you are looking for. From a casual scenic walk Water Trail to a sweat worthy trek, there’s a trail for you. Canoeing the Upper Iowa River was rec- Effigy Mounds National Monument has over ognized by National Geographic Adventure 2,526 acres to explore with trails for various magazine as one of the top 100 adventures skill levels. You will be rewarded at the top in North America. Canoeist should expect of Fire Point with the to share the river with kayakers, tubers, and amazing view of the anglers. Spending time on the water and Mississippi River Valley. camping on the river is a regular family affair More great places to for some, a weekend adventure with friends visit: Yellow River State for others. Local youth spend endless hours Park (Harpers Ferry), on the most popular stretches. The towns on Spillway (North of Harp- the river welcome visitors, and many provide ers Ferry), Fish Farm camping and lodging opportunities. The Al- Mounds (New Albin), lamakee section of the Upper Iowa is where Mount Hosmer (Lan- the valley widens and the bluffs rise further sing) and Army Road away from the river. Take a canoe trail in the trail (New Albin). fall to view the fall foliage. For a detailed map, please contact the Allamakee Co. Economic Dev. Office at (563) 568-2624. Cross Country Skiing & Yellow River Water Trail Snow Shoeing: The longest cold water trout stream in Iowa, During the winter months dig out your skis the Yellow River also has the highest gradient and snow shoes and enjoy the scenery of any canoeable stream in Iowa. The lower of Allamakee County. Allamakee County 35 miles offer challenging rapids, limestone Conservation rents snowshoes if you’re cliffs, towering bluffs, mature hardwood forests, a first timer! Similar to hiking, Allamakee combined with high clarity water make this a County has numerous public areas for superior experience. The history of this river is this adventure. The 14 miles of trails at rich with prehistoric Indian Mounds, French fur Effigy Mounds National Monument are not Traders and the first sawmill in Iowa. For a map groomed, but open year round. A popular and information, contact the Allamakee Co. and scenic area is within the Yellow River Economic Dev. Office at (563) 568-2624. State Forest. 17 SHOPPING

Antiques: Teslow’s Formal Wear 16 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-2660 Allamakee Antique Shop A variety of men’s dress shirts, ties, pants, 615 Rossville Rd., Waukon, • (563) 568-6486 and related accessories along with prom and Explore 15 rooms of color coordinated wedding tuxedo rentals. antiques. Tindell Shoe & Repair Archive on Main Hwy. 18, 230 E. Military Rd., Postville 231 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-9217 (563) 864-3062 Offers a variety of merchandise including Offers a variety of name brand footwear such antiques and collectibles. as Dansko, Nike, SAS, Red Wing and more.

Clothing: Trendy Vintage & More 120 W. Greene St., Postville • (563) 864-3062 M Riverland Expressions Choose from a large variety of new name 317 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-4751 brand clothing, fabulous jewelry, and current www.xpressionsinc.espwebsite.com styles of gently used clothing. Offering screen printing, embroidery, advertising specialties and graphic design. Quilt Shops: Check out their in-stock items available. Epic Wear County Stitchin’ 915 Hwy. 76, Waukon • (563) 535-7376 11 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-2301 Features a variety of fabrics, patterns and a Specializing in embroidering & screen printing. knowledgeable staff to assist you.

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Forest Mills Quilt Shop M Waterloo Workshop 650 Forest Mills Rd., Postville • (563) 568-3807 369 Waterloo Creek Dr., Dorchester Located in the countryside along the Yellow Owners and residents Jill and Michael Ste- River, this quaint quilt shop is bursting with a phenson live much as people used to 100 large variety of fabrics. years ago: in a log cabin with no electricity or telephone. The Stephenson’s display and sell Queen Jean Quilting their arts of wood-working, basket-weaving 5 E. Main St., Waukon • (563) 217-0393 and preserving wild or home-grown fruits and Features a broad selection of quilting fabrics, vegetables. Visitors welcomed and will get to notions and sewing accessories. sample fresh, made-from-scratch rolls baked in the wood stove, try country jams and sip Specialty Gifts: tea or fresh well water. Located in a lovely val- ley four miles Northwest of Dorchester, Iowa. M Horsfall’s Lansing M Variety Store Waukon Greenhouse 300 Main St., Lansing • 563-538-4966 Flowers & Gifts www.lansingvariety.com 27 Spring Ave., Waukon • (563) 568-3711 www.waukongreenhouse.com This has become a popular Lansing attraction due to its colossal and unconventional inven- This full service florist tory. If you can’t find what you need, ask Paul. offers garden-fresh If he has it, he will find it for you! He also has flowers, robust greens fun sports items for all of your favorite teams. and colorful blooming You will find a large variety of crafts, knitting plants for all occa- and embroidery supplies. There are over one sions. Delivery service million items available between the two stores. is available. Find the perfect plants for your flower beds in the attached greenhouse, offering bedding plants in the spring. Stepping stones, soy candles, silk flowers, Felicity Arts “Happy Glass Balls” and other unique gifts are avail- able. Offering custom design to fit any décor and friendly service is always provided. Allamakee Wood Fire Pottery & Red Hawk

Glassworks 2856 Blair Rd., New Albin • (563) 544-4378 M Kitchen Krafts 1478 Elon Dr., Waterville • (563) 535-8000 Nate & Hallie Evans produce functional, www.kitchenkrafts.com wood-fired pots for every day use. In this age Located outside of Waterville you will find of technology it has become even more im- this “direct merchant” of hard-to-find cook- portant for people ing tools, ingredients & supplies for creative to experience cooks. Products range from cake decorating, something that home baking, candy making and home can- has been created ning supplies. Also offer a full range of tools, by the hand. Red supplies, ingredients, books, how-to videos Hawk glassware is and packaging products. The warehouse is decorative fused open to the public for shopping Monday- Fri- and slumped glass day. Visit their website or call for a mail order vessels with a catalog for all of your baking needs. sandblasted surface.

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Eagle’s Nest Gallery & Lucky Finds 3 W. Main St., Waukon Frame Shop Offers used clothing, shoes, jewelry, and a 249 Main St., Lansing wide variety of dishware, used furniture and (563) 538-3879 • Cell (563) 419-5063 just about anything you would need! The Gallery offers the largest selection of prints and original paintings in the area. They New Albin Gift Center feature artwork from both local and nationally 163A Railroad Ave. SW., New Albin • (563) 544-4703 known artists and many sports photos. A “Little” Store with “Big” Choices. Enjoy a wide variety of hand-made items, handbags, Elliot Jewelers, Inc. scarves, accessories, jewelry, gifts and wines. 31 W. Main St., Waukon (563) 568-3661 or (800) 932-7028 Offer in-store service and repair, honest pric- ing, a huge selection to choose from and a knowledgeable sales staff to serve you. Empty Nest Winery 1352 Apple Rd., Waukon • (563) 568-2758 Handcrafted wines made from grapes and several varieties of berries handpicked pre- dominantly on their family farm and from the surrounding area. Tasting room is open on Saturdays and Sundays. Call ahead for hours.

Paint Creek Soaps 98 Main St., Waterville • (888) 446-8299 Offering handmade moisturizing soaps, lotions, shower gels, lip balms and sugar scrubs that will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth. Call for hours of operation. Red Geranium Floral & Gifts 60 S. Front St., Lansing • (563) 538-3943 This shop offers a wide variety of fresh floral, plants, gifts, home decor, jewelry, purses and scarves. They also offer local delivery service. Steel Cow, LLC 15 Allamakee St., Waukon Hartig Drug (866) 670-2477 • (563) 568-2477 21 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-6315 Steel Cow offers everything from original See Hartig for all of your prescription/ paintings, ornaments to necklaces. medical needs and gifts. They also offer photo printing. Stranded Lansing Soap Company Memories 99 N. 4th St., Lansing • (608) 386-0730 3 E. Main St., Experience their homemade sulfate free line of Waukon Vegan soaps. Best to call ahead for hours. (563) 568-8130 Lansing Tea Company This shop has 10 S. Second St. Lansing • (563) 538-9212 jewelry, shabby Coffee’s and teas are available for sale. The shop chic furniture, includes gift ideas from antique kitchen items, to antiques, and purses, jewelry and some hand made items. collectibles. 20 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member SHOPPING

Sycamore Floral 116 Rossville Rd., Waukon (563) 568-3676 This shop provides flowers, gifts and decorative items, including scarves, purses, candles and jewelry. The Driftless Painted Lady 90 S. Front St., Lansing (319) 594-6795 Located in a historic building on the Mississippi River. This unique shop sells everything from an eclectic assortment of antiques, “re- purposed” items, and many distinctive gifts. Wall to Wall Cabela’s 902 Rossville Rd, Waukon 33901 Wisconsin Hwy. 35, (563) 568-6170 or (563) 568-1775 Prairie du Chien, WI (608) 326-5600 This business offers all things custom, from picture framing, to handcrafted furniture. In addition to offering quality footwear, clothing, and gear for fishing, hunting, Sporting camping, and other outdoor activities, the 40,000 sq. ft. showroom is an educational M and entertainment attraction, of museum- WAUKON HARLEY-DAVIDSON quality animal displays, huge aquariums 208 Hwy. 9 SW., Waukon • (563) 568-3471 and trophy animals interacting in realistic www.waukonharley.com re-creations of their natural habitats. Is motorcycling in your blood? If so Waukon Harley-Davidson is the place for you! They Waukon understand what it takes to keep your bike on Power Sports the road. Their staff is genuinely concerned 208 Hwy. 9 SW., with making your Harley-Davidson experience Waukon (877) 568-4025 something you treasure and have certified technicians on hand to provide excellent repair This showroom and service center offers service. They have everything from great deals on vehicles for Polaris, Honda, new or used bikes to clothing and Ski-Doo, Victory and Yamaha. accessory needs. Sportsman’s Allamakee Unlimited Power sports 866 Allamakee St., 1062 Hwy. 9, Waukon Waukon (563) 568-4955 (563) 568-6908 Hunting and fishing equipment, elite archery, Arctic Cat dealership and they diamond archery, muzzleloaders and live bait carry a full line of parts, accessories can be purchased here. They offer fishing and and genuine Arctic Cat clothing. hunting licenses also. Open seven days a week.

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Spring Farmers Markets: Waukon: Located at The Waukon City Bluff Country Park. Stop by and check out the selection of Studio Art Tour organic food, crafts, vegetables, fruits and lo- Art enthusiasts can find exciting treasures cal specialties. Hours are every Monday from during this annual studio art tour taking place 4pm-6pm (June 6-October 3). in April. For more information visit www.bluff- countrystudioarttour.com Harpers Ferry: Held every Friday from 5pm-7pm (June 3-October 7) at the Harpers Allamakee County Ferry City Park, 2nd Street, Harpers Ferry. Driftless Safari They offer fresh grown fruits, vegetables and Join us for a summer adventure exploring the homemade baked goods. historical, cultural, and natural treasures of Al- lamakee County! The Driftless Safari program Lansing: Usually held every Saturday morn- runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. They ing June-October. Features include home- have 20 exciting places for you to visit! For in- grown fruits, vegetables, hand crafted quilts, formation, contact: Allamakee Co. Economic and homemade baked goods. Located at Dev. Office at (563) 568-2624 or visit the web the Main Street Plaza (corner of 3rd & Main.) site at www.safari.allamakeecounty.com. Contact Lansing Main St: (563) 538-9229. New Albin: Scheduled each Friday start- Summer ing at 4pm in the City Park, June-October. Check out what they have to offer for fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods. New Music on Main vendors are always welcome to set up! Waukon: Bring the whole family out to enjoy a free evening of entertainment and fun downtown Waukon. The Waukon Chamber of Thunder in the Park Commerce hosts this bi-weekly music experi- Demonstrations of camp life and Military ence free of charge with all performances drills, two battle reenactments, and the Sat- at the Visitor Center and Area Development urday Night Cannon fire. Usually the second Office Courtyard at 101 W. Main Street, weekend in June, at the Waukon City Park. Waukon. Seating is limited, so participants Big 4 Fair are encouraged to bring their own lawn chair. An annual fair held the 3rd weekend in June in For more information, contact the Waukon Postville. Every exhibitor the privilege of com- Chamber of Commerce at (563) 568-4110, or petes with entries from the four county area. visit their web site at www.waukon.org/. New Albin Days Music in the Plaza Scheduled to be in full swing the second Lansing: For a relaxing time, why not weekend of June. The annual celebration sit and enjoy live music in the plaza. The will include live music, kid’s games and the schedule is listed their facebook page. Chicken BBQ, just to name a few!

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Allamakee County Fair Northeast Iowa Artists’ The four day July event is a traditional county Studio Tour fair with livestock judging, art and crafts, en- October offers a special opportunity to visit tertainment and lots of good food. Free admis- artists’ homes and studios for an intimate look sion For more information call (563) 568-2667 at their work and their creative space. Watch or visit www.allamakeecountyfair.com. demonstrations and shop for unique and per- sonal gifts. This is a “do-it-yourself” schedule, Lansing Fish Days Call (800) 463-4692 for a map or visit www. Fish Days are celebrated the second week- iowaarttour.com. end in August. Events include: a parade, children’s carnival, fishing tournaments, co-ed Softball tournament, Granny Basketball, and Winter: food stands. For more information and sched- ule of events: www.lansingfishdays.com. Veterans Memorial Hospital Christmas Tree Harpers Ferry Days Fantasy On the third weekend of August plan to Area businesses attend the annual Harpers Ferry Days. This elaborately deco- three day event includes: concessions, rate Christmas baseball games, volleyball games, a beer tent, Trees. This four and a fish fry. day event fea- Waukon Corn Days tures a silent auc- This annual celebration takes place in August. tion, a “Tingle and Festivities include: Parade, entertainment, and Mingle” evening, Veterans Memorial Hospital 5K Run/Walk. a wine, cheese For more information contact the Waukon and dessert gala, Chamber of Commerce at (563) 568-4110 or and a Monday visit: www.waukon.org noon luncheon that are popular each year. There is an oppor- tunity to have pictures taken with Santa. All funds raised go to the Veteran’s Memorial Hospital Foundation. Admission is charged at the door. Contact the hospital public relations office at (563) 568-3411 for more information. Holy Walk Take a journey back to Bethlehem, to the FalL very first Christmas. Each year Postville is the site for the annual Holy Walk, an ecumeni- Trunk or cal event hosted by eight area churches and Treat more than 75 volunteers. The event is held the Held on Hal- first Sunday evening in December. For more loween, there will information on exact date and times, call (563) be games, hot 864-6001 or visi: www.postvillecumencialholy- chocolate, s’mores, and candy! This commu- walk.com. nity event is sponsored by Iron Ridge Church. Christmas Magic Visit www.Convergeworldwide.org in the Park Big Pumpkin The annual Christmas Magic in the Park is Held each September at the Allamakee held on the third Saturday of December in County Fairgrounds bring your family for the Harpers Ferry. You will enjoy seeing Santa, pumpkin weigh-ins and stay for the pumpkin eating cookies, sipping hot chocolate and lots bake-off. Contact Adam: (563) 568-7230 or of festive lights. Contact the Harpers Ferry Gary:(563) 379-3767 for details. Booster Club for more information, Betty Steege (563) 586-2046. M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member 23 The Driftless Area Scenic Byway is recognized as the most scenic byway in Iowa!

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25 area began thousands of years ago. Driftless Area Just outside of Harpers Ferry, Effigy Mounds National Monument features Scenic Byway a collection of animal-shaped mounds www.iowabyways.org built by prehistoric Native Americans. The Driftless Area Scenic The landscape is also dotted

BY WAYS with evidence of all those who Byway is a 100-mile zigzag have settled in the area since route known for its natural that time. You will find historic and scenic attractions. The stone churches, pioneer cem- byway curves, twists and eteries and unique bridges, as meanders through the most well as museums interpreting Northeast corner of Iowa in the heritage of the area. The Allamakee County, the heart of Driftless Area Scenic Byway a region know as the “Driftless is a place where the region’s Area”. The term Driftless was scenic beauty and recreational developed to describe this opportunities merge, resulting distinct region of gashed and furrowed in a distinctive experience of Allamakee terrain that was by-passed by the last County in Northeast Iowa. continental glacier that passed over the state of Iowa, centuries ago. The byway stretches out across bluffs, hills, rivers, and valleys. The streams and river valleys have carved down into the land encompassing the byway, giving travelers an opportunity to view some of the most esthetically appealing high relief landscape found anywhere within the state. These geographic features reward byway travelers with countless panoramic vistas and expansive views of hillside The Great River pastures, hardwood forests, majes- Road tic limestone bluffs, outcroppings Allamakee County and scenic river valleys. As might Begin near New Albin and drive south be expected, these natural wonders through forests and farmland to Lan- also provide many outdoor recreation sing. This old river town gives access opportunities. You can hike miles of to Mt. Hosmer Park, a panoramic state forest trails, fish for trout in cold view of the Mississippi Valley and the water stream, explore the Mississippi, tri-state area. Next, Yellow and Upper Iowa Rivers by explore Yellow River boat or simply relax and enjoy the State Forest- 9,000 peaceful natural scenery. Fall is acres of public an especially scenic time on hunting, hiking the byway as the hardwood and fishing. timbers blaze with color. Visitors also have access While driving this roller-coaster to 3,000 acres road, you will discover historic of Mississippi gems nestled within the rugged River backwater ar- land. The byway embraces five quaint, eas. This area is truly historic communities that provide a sports enthusiast’s opportunities to experience shop- paradise. Check out ping, entertainment, local foods, town the rest of the Great events, festivals and reenactments. River Road byway by Such events provide an insight to the visiting the web site region’s heritage, as do the dozens www.experiencemis- of unique mom-and-pop shops and sissippiriver.com. diners. Human settlement of the 26 27 MEETING ROOMS & RECEPTION HALLS

M Farmers & Merchants Bank The Natural Gait Community Room 1878 Old Mission Dr., Harpers Ferry • (877) 776-2208 201 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-3417 New Albin Town House M Green Valley Getaway 136 Elm St., New Albin 78 16th Ave. NW, Waukon • (563) 568-4866 Northeast Iowa YMCA M Kerndt Brothers Bank 313 W. Post St., Postville • (563) 864-9622 Community Center 370 Main St. Lansing • (563) 538-4231 TJ Hunter’s Banquet Hall 367 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-4544 M New Albin Savings Bank Stone Quarry Hall Turner Hall 136 Main St. NE., New Albin • (563) 544-4214 19 E. Greene St., Postville • (563) 864-7454 M Village Creek Bible Camp & Waukon Banquet Center 612 Rossville Rd., Waukon • (563) 568-4855 or Conference Center (563) 568-3779 • www.waukonbanquetcenter.com 1588 Drake RD., Lansing • (563) 535-7320 Waukon Golf & Country Club Allamakee County 308 1st Street SE., Waukon • (563) 568-9939 Fairgrounds 705 Allamakee St., Waukon • (563) 568-4729 Allamakee County Farm Restaurants Bureau with Meeting Rooms 14 1st Ave. NE., Waukon • (563) 568-2527 M Gus & Tony’s Pizza and American Legion Steakhouse 118 N. 4th St., Harpers Ferry • (563) 586-2708 508 W. Main Street, Waukon • (563) 568-6015 Community Center M Main Feature Theatre & 234 Fourth St., Harpers Ferry • (563) 586-2524 Pizza Pub 38 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-6134 Dreamland Pavilion & Exhibit Hall Milty’s 325 N. Maple St., Postville • (563) 864-3316 200 Main Street, Lansing • (563) 538-4585 Knights of Columbus Hall TJ Hunters 1st Ave. NE., Waukon • (563) 568-2893 367 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-4544

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Dorchester: New Albin: Wings Freds East Side Tap 606 Waterloo Creek Dr. • (563) 497-3353 182 Main St. • (563) 544-4995 Stop in on Sunday for brunch:10:30am-1:30pm A local bar with made to order pizzas. Eat in or enjoy one of their weekly specials. or take out. Harpers Ferry: Harmon’s High Chaparall Harbor House Supper Club Tavern & Restaurant 626 N. First St.,• (563) 586-2403 247 Ross Ave. • (563) 544-4272 Serving lunch, dinner, cocktails, daily specials Enjoy this small town pub and eatery, from and special events such as bingo, super bowl homemade soups to quarter pound burgers. specials, and euchre tournaments. Iron Post Grill Missfitz Bar & Grill 182 Main St. • (563) 544-4848 402 Chestnut St. • (563) 586-2117 A small family run restaurant offering daily Come for breakfast, lunch and dinner . Enjoy homemade noon specials Tuesday - Friday. the outdoor beer garden during the summer. Breakfast is served all day on Sunday. Spillway Supper Club Postville: 113 N. 3rd St. • (563) 586-2181 Brick Oven Pizza & Eatery Offers daily lunch specials served with dessert 144 W. Greene St. • (563) 864-7150 along with dinner specials every evening. A great place to enjoy homemade pizzas, sandwiches and salads. Tuesday evenings are Lansing: Taco Night. Open for lunch and dinner. Grand Central Station Restaurant & Lounge Club 51 274 Main St. • (563) 538-3333 102 S. Lawler St. • (563) 864-7864 Mexican and Italian dishes, seafood, chicken, You can find this place packed at lunch gourmet burgers, specialty sandwiches, for one of their delicious “open” grilled desserts, a kids menu and a large breakfast sandwiches. Along with fries or homemade menu which is served all day. potato salad and your favorite beverage. Milty’s 200 Main St. • (563) 538-4585 Taste of Mexico Homemade soup and salad bar every day. 142 Lawler St. • (563) 864-3810 Appetizers, sandwich’s, pizza’s, buckets of Full menu of Mexican favorites including chicken or fish, salads, seafoods, steak. Wide fajitas, burritos, tacos, enchiladas and more. variety of beer, wine, and liquors. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Safe House Saloon Waterville: 359 Main St. • (563) 538-4228 Waterville Bar & Grill Delicious pizzas, and large selection of tap 55 Main St. • (563) 535-8540 beers and drinks. Eat some peanuts, play Known for their homemade pizzas, but also some pool, or come in for some live music. serve a variety of short orders. Sweeney’s on the River Bar Waukon: & Restaurant 10 S. Front St. • (563) 538-4497 M Gus & Tony’s Pizza & Dock at the landing and come in for breakfast, Steakhouse lunch and dinner. 508 W. Main St. • (563) 568-6015 A relaxed family atmosphere. Whether you are TJ Hunters hungry for steak, seafood, sandwich, salad or 367 Main St. • (563) 538-4544 This family eatery concentrates on homemade homemade pizza, you will find a full menu for Mexican food, monster burgers, broasted both lunch and dinner. A chicken, fish, breakfast menu and noon special hit is always their specials. BBQ ribs or prime rib. Meeting and gathering Tiki Bar space is available for 590 N Front St. • (563) 538-4474 special parties and Walk over from shore or dock your boat and events. Open seven get a refreshing beverage. Open seasonal. days a week. M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member 29 DINING

M Main Feature Theatre Old Rossville Store & Pizza Pub 851 Volney Rd. • (563) 535-7272 38 W. St. • (563) 568-6134 Word of mouth has earned this popular www.mainfeaturetheater.com supper club a reputation next to none. They Where else could you enjoy the experience of have large capacity seating with a full dinner watching a first run movie while enjoying your and sandwich menu. Open evenings Tuesday favorite pizza or pasta dish? This is a great through Saturday. place to enjoy a family outing with seating for 120+. Reservations encouraged but not S & D Café required. Call for carryout or delivery service 13 W Main St. • (563) 568-9944 or for information on birthday gatherings and They have enjoyed a long-standing reputation special events. Facility space and catering of good home-cooked food and casual family are available for business meetings and atmosphere. No evening hours. events. Open evenings seven days a week, Subway (no movie shown on Wednesdays). 202 Rossville Rd. • (563) 568-0012 Everyone loves a sub sandwich, wrap or M WW Homestead Dairy 850 Rossville Rd. • (563) 568-4950 salad made your way. www.wwhomesteaddairy.com Vet’s Club Canteen Have a craving for ice cream? Enjoy a unique 105 Allamakee St. • (563) 568-2530 visit to this ice cream parlor. A retail business Discover a great family atmosphere. Dinner as well, you will find bottled milk, ice cream, menu includes steak, chops, ribs, chicken, butter, cheese and their ever famous fresh shrimp or fish. Wraps, soup and salad also cheese available. They are open for lunch Tuesday- curds for Friday. Open evenings Tuesday -Saturday. sale. Locally owned, all Vlora Family Restaurant dairy products 32 W. Main St. • (563) 568-2445 are produced Waukon’s newest restaurant boasts a flair in Allamakee for all tastes including American, Italian County and or Greek. Open seven days a week with processed breakfast, lunch or dinner, no evening hours on site. You on Sundays. might even want to consider a tour of their facility. Open Waukon City Club 39 W Main St. • (563) 568-2656 seven days a week, visitors should check their A most popular spot for lunch or casual website for a listing of summer and winter dinner. Menu includes appetizers, soup, hours. salad, burgers ,sandwiches, wings, malts, Cynda’s West Side Café shakes, smoothies as well as your favorite bar 917 W. Main St. • (563) 568-2017 beverage. You can also enjoy “Build Your Own This café offers a large breakfast menu, Pizza” or be tempted by one of their specialty served all day long, sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, calzones or breadsticks. Breakfast homemade soups, salads, broasted chicken served daily. Open seven days a week. and more. Open daily with no evening hours. Waukon Inn Hardee’s Family Restaurant 606 Rossville Rd. • (563) 568-2383 Bring your morning appetite and start your 503 Rossville RD. • (563) 568-4438 day with a hearty breakfast.Stay and enjoy a Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and noon lunch. Open six days a week. feature made from scratch biscuits and fresh baked buns. Wonderful House Mulligan’s Irish Grill Pub Chinese Restaurant 9 Spring Ave. • (563) 568-2154 610 Rossville Rd. • (563) 568-5400 Authentic Chinese dish you would expect with A family restaurant featuring a full lunch appetizers, soup and healthy choices. They and dinner menu, with a bar and lounge for are open seven days a week and offer lunch enjoying your favorite beverage. specials daily along with a daily buffet. 30 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member Allamakee County - the place for adventure, family friendly experiences & unrivaled natural beauty.

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Bed & Baths Little House Bed & Breakfasts: on the Farm 892 Pole Line Rd., Postville • (563) 864-7304 M Blue Heron Inn Enjoy the peacefulness of the country with 20 N. Front St., Lansing • (563) 568-7686 a stay at the Little House on the Farm and www.blueheroniowa.com Guest Barn Bed and Breakfast. The Blue Heron Inn (known locally as the “Ice House”) is a beautifully updated and restored Kester House 1850’s historic riverfront building located New Albin • (563) 544-4358 in Lansing Iowa, right on the Mississippi A furnished house, available to rent daily, River. Available for rental to individuals, weekend or weekly. families or small groups, the Blue Heron is a comfortable, spacious single unit Bed & Bath. McGarrity’s Inn on Main With a large living and dining area overlooking 203 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-9262 the Mississippi, it features two bedrooms, a The Inn features four smoke-free luxurious cozy den with air bed and three bathrooms to suites which may be rented separately or as a sleep up to eleven guests comfortably. This whole for larger gatherings. would be the perfect place for family reunions and groups of friends to gather. Milty’s Lodging 200 Main St., Lansing • (563) 568-4585 M Kelly’s Place Bed & Bath Milty’s has a three bedroom two bath furnished 209 W. St. SW, Waukon • (563) 568-6448 apartment for rent by the night or week. www.allamakeecounty.com/kellysplace This is a newly remodeled 100 year old Old Bakery & house with all the comforts of a modern day Guest House home. It has had all the hard wood floors, (Teslows Formalwear & Guesthouse) oak woodwork, and the stain glass windows 16 W. Main St., Waukon • (563) 568-2660 restored back to their original beauty. Kelly’s Upstairs of a historic building with original Place has one bedroom and bathroom on exposed brick, four bedrooms accommodates the main floor and three bedrooms and a up to five people and full kitchen bathroom on the second level. There is a large, fully equipped kitchen with microwave Our Tara Inn and dishwasher and large dining and living 1231 Hwy. 9, Lansing • (563) 568-2665 room. There are three porches at Kelly’s Place A country bed & breakfast, away from and a deck. Kelly’s Place is rented as one modern stresses. complete unit with all the linens, bedding and cookware provided. You may rent by the day, M Point of View weekend or week and is open year round. 416 Luster Heights Rd, Harpers Ferry Reservations preferred but not required. (563) 586-2061 Just 15 minutes from Prairie du Chien, WI, M Murphy’s Cove the Point of View Bed & Breakfast is an ideal Bed & Bath combination of quiet country life and easy 51 N. Front St. Lansing • (563) 568-6448 access to great shopping and restaurants. www.allamakeecounty.com/murphyscove Dianne and Andrew invite you to share their Looking for a beautiful space that can hold love of the Upper Mississippi River Valley’s your entire group that offers spectacular views? natural charm and history. Come and see Come to Murphy’s Cove, it is a completely what a lovely point of view this is! furnished rental home including full kitchen, three bedrooms, two baths and much more. Thornton House A highlight is the two decks where you can sit Bed & Breakfast and admire the river and watch the barges float 371 Diagonal St., Lansing • (563) 538-3373 by. Murphy’s is rented by the day, weekend or The layout of the B&B was designed with week and is open year round. Make this your guest privacy in mind as the innkeepers “Home away from home”. quarters are on site but on a separate level Devitt House from the guest rooms and common spaces. (Teslows Formalwear & Guesthouse) 103 1st Ave. SW., Waukon • (563) 568-2660 Winneshiek Developments This two story offers a full kitchen and four New Albin • (608) 317-8880 bedrooms,available to rent by day, weekend, Two bedroom fully furnished apartment close or weekly. Call to reserve today! to Fish Farm Mounds state park. M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member 33 Lodging

Campgrounds & Cabins Big Joes Little Campground 351 Willow Dr., Dorchester (563) 497-3500 M Upper Iowa Resort & Rental This property has two cabin rentals and a RV 578 Lonnings Dr., Dorchester • (563) 586-3263 park located on the banks of Bear Creek. www.upperiowaresort.com Capoli Cabin Nestled in a quiet valley between Waukon and 1698 Capoli Rd., Lansing • (563) 586-2590 Dorchester, Owners Bob and Kristi Hager invite you to visit their 29-acre private campground This charming retreat is seven miles south and recreational facility, with cabins, RV and of Lansing in the bluff lands of the Upper tent camping. On the banks of the Upper Mississippi River. Iowa River they offer swimming, a manmade Custer Cabins beach and swimming pool, canoeing, inner 1610 Lansing Harpers Rd., Lansing tubing and fishing. The scenic area is ideal (563) 586-2483 for families, anglers, and outdoorsmen. Fish Attractive to fishermen, hunters and the Upper Iowa for walleye and small mouth weekenders, this two bedroom cottage can bass. Or, within five miles of the campground, be rented by the day or by the week. you’ll find five of Iowa’s best trout streams, and over 1,000 acres of public state owned land. Lansing Loft Amenities include showers, playground, game 61 N. 3rd St., Lansing • (563) 382-8546 room, volleyball and much more. Camping This open loft space is beautifully decorated season is generally April 15-October 15. and immaculate. With a spacious open area for entertaining and socializing. M Waukon City Park Campground Pine Bluff Campground 1013 Rossville Rd., Waukon 75 E. Main St., Waterville • (563) 535-7256 (563) 568-6420 or (563) 568-7131 This small camping area is located in Waterville www.waukonparkandrec.com on the scenic Big Paint Trout Stream. Secluded within the 46 acre Waukon City Park. The campground has sites ranging from Red Barn Resort & tent camping to RV’s, with water and electric Campground hookups at each site. The campground has 2609 Main St. Hwy. 9, Lansing • (563) 538-4956 a shower house and restroom facilities, along This family friendly business has state-stocked with a dump station. A fire pit and picnic tables trout stream within the property. Camping are at each site; firewood is also available free sites range from full hookups to primitive to campers. A playground is located within facilities. Activities to keep everyone busy! the campground, along with walking trails that take you to park amenities such as the aquatic Scenic View center, pond, volleyball courts, horseshoe Campground pits, and shelters. Two shelters are located 420 Old 16 Rd., Waterville • (563) 535-7347 within the campground. Reservations are not Opened May of 2005, they have a newly required, but to guarantee a particular spot or constructed shower house and access to the shelter, please call in advance. Yellow River. Andy Mountain Cabins Yellow River State Forest 2335 Andy Mountain Lane, Harpers Ferry Campground (563) 586-2123 729 State Forest Rd., Harpers Ferry Log cabins with all the modern amenities. (563) 586-2254 Located next to the Yellow River State Park. Camping available all year and an extensive trail system. Trout fishing in two coldwater Bear Creek Cabin streams, flow through the campgrounds. Over 702 Volney Rd Monona • (563) 539-2194 176 primitive sites, 34 are equestrian sites. This uniquely built log cabin features two levels of living, that can be rented separately Yellow River or as whole unit (kitchenettes on both levels). Valley Cabins 413 Deer Rd., Monona, (563) 539-2358 Big Four Fair Campground Located six miles North of Monona. Cabins 327 N. Maple St., Postville sleep four comfortably. Five miles of trails, Offers water and electrical hook-up (no tubing, hunting and canoeing available. sewer); fire pit and picnic tables at each site. 34 M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member Lodging

Hotel/Motel Harpers Ferry Motel 415 W Chestnut • (563) 586-2403 M Stoney Creek Inn This six room motel is clean and comfortable 407 Rossville Rd., Waukon with modest accommodations. They also (800) 659-2220 or (563) 568-2220 have a furnished cabin next to motel. www.stoneycreekinn.com Scenic View Motel Stoney Creek Inn offers 39 beautiful and 1608 Main St., Lansing • (563) 538-4245 recently updated guest rooms & suites. With unique hotel amenities and décor they help A quaint motel with a scenic view nestled you break free from the standard run-of-the- into the hillside. Also has boat parking with mill hotel accommodations you may be used electrical hook-up. to – giving you a hotel experience that will Spillway Supper Club leave you refreshed and relaxed! Business and 113 N. 3rd St., Harpers Ferry • (563) 586-2181 leisure travelers alike enjoy our stone fireplace Located next to the Spillway Supper Club themed suites, whirlpool suite; free WI-FI and in Harpers Ferry, this two room, small lodge free continental breakfast. offers a clean, comfortable place to stay. Harbor House Pines Motel 626 N. First St., Harpers Ferry (563) 586-2403 12458 U.S. Hwy. 18, Postville • (563) 864-7531 Four rooms for rent above the restaurant and Enjoy a night’s stay at this friendly home-town close to the Mississippi River, where you can Motel. There are 22 rooms. Free continental fish or just enjoy the scenery. breakfast included with your stay. M = Allamakee Economic Dev. Member

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Automotive M NEW ALBIN SAVINGS SINCLAIR OIL/EXPRESSO 748 Main St., Lansing M BANK Clark Tire 118 Main St., New Albin 878 Allamakee St., Waukon THE PIT STOP (563) 544-4214 620 W. Tilden, Postville (563) 568-2707•(866) 900-2707 www.newalbinsavingsbank.com www.clarktirecenter.com M Higher Education M WAUKON STATE BANK Decorah Chevrolet- 22 W. Main St., Waukon Cadillac (563) 568-3451 NORTHEAST IOWA 1815 State Hwy. 9 E., Decorah www.waukonstatebank.com COMM. COLLEGE (563) 382-3619 1220 3rd Ave. NW, Waukon www.decorahchev.com 1625 Hwy. 150 S., Calmar Building Products (800) 728-2256 M Torkelson Motors & Services www.nicc.edu of Waukon LUTHER COLLEGE 818 9th St. NW, Waukon M BRUENING ROCK 700 College Dr., Decorah (563) 568-4587 PRODUCTS www.torkelsonmotors.com 900 Montgomery St., Decorah UPPER IOWA (563) 382-2933 UNIVERSITY Car Quest www.brueningrock.com 605 Washington St., Fayette 401 Main St., Lansing 805 W. Main St., Waukon M RUSTY BERGER Electronics, Danny Mac Towing & MASONRY Design & Graphics 406 Allamakee St., Waukon Auto Parts M 402 9th St., Waukon (563) 568-2713 HOWE PRINTING COMPANY Darling’s Repair ASHBACHER’S BUILDING 223 E. Blackhawk Ave, 172 Railroad Ave. SW, New Albin SUPPLIES Prairie du Chien, WI 1256 Peterson Hollow Dr., (608) 326-7194 Napa Auto Parts Waukon www.howeprinting.com 341 1st Ave. SW, Waukon PRO-BUILD 215 S Lawler St., Postville M IROC WEBDESIGN 219 Hwy. 9 SW, Waukon 107 N. Maryville St., Calmar RW Pladsen, Inc. (563) 379-3444 201 Rossville Rd., Waukon RETHWISCH LUMBER 220 S 3rd, Lansing www.irocwebs.com West Side Auto Sales M 1350 9th St. SW, Waukon T J’S FENCING JA DECC’S COMPANY 17 1st St. NW., Waukon 461 St. Hwy. 76, Harpers Ferry (563) 568-6378 Banks www.jadeccs.com M WEST SIDE LUMBER Farmers & 1105 W. Main St., Waukon M NORTHEAST IOWA Merchants Savings PRINTERS Bank Convenience 26 Spring Ave., Waukon 201 W. Main St., Waukon (563) 568-3049 (563) 568-3417 Stores M www.fmsb4me.com BARRY’S MINI MART SIEBRING ENTERPRISE – 403 W. Chestnut, Harpers Ferry COMPUTER SOLUTIONS M Fidelity Bank & Trust 1616 Arrowhead Ln., New Albin 820 11th Ave. SW, Waukon CASEY’S GENERAL (563) 544-1113 100 N Lawler St., Postville STORE www.siebring.cc (563) 568- 5234•(563) 864-7615 516 Rossville Rd., Waukon www.bankfidelity.com DONAHUE’S ONE STOP Food, Beverage M FREEDOM BANK SHOP & Grocery 135 W. Tilden St., Postville 125 W. Jefferson Ave., M PEPSI-COLA OF (563) 864-7441 Harpers Ferry www.onlinebanking. DECORAH myfreedomaccount.com GUPPY’S ON THE GO 1303 Short St., Decorah 164 W. Tilden, Postville (563) 382-8433 M KERNDT BROTHERS www.pepsidecorah.com SAVINGS BANK KWIK STAR 370 Main St., Lansing 301 Main St., Lansing AMISH HILL & 315 W. Chestnut St., Harpers 101 Rossville Rd., Waukon COUNTRY CANDIES Ferry 1190 Sherman Ridge Rd., L&M GAS & GO Waukon (563) 538-4231•(563) 586-2166 226 Railroad Ave. NW, New Albin www.kerndtbrothers.com For a complete Business Directory Listing, please visit our website: www.allamakee.com 36 community services

COUNTRY SIDE BAKERY M WAUKON DENTAL J.L. MILLER CABINET & AMISH BULK FOODS 18 1st Ave. NW, Waukon MAKERS & CRAFTS (563) 568-4528 15 Allamakee St., Waukon 1338 Paint Creek Dr., Waukon www.waukondental.com JIM’S APPLIANCE/JW FAREWAY M WAUKON GOOD KITCHEN th 777 11 Ave. SW, Waukon SAMARITAN CENTER 402 Rossville Rd., Waukon 21 E. Main St. Waukon JET’S MEAT (563) 568-3447 VILLAGE FARM & HOME 1718 Rossville Rd., Waukon PROCESSING www.good-sam.com 10 9th St. NW., Waukon GREGG JONES LIBRARIES: KOSHERLAND 28 Spring Ave., Waukon 102 S. Lawler St., Postville MEMORIAL LIBRARY Mayo Clinc 234 N. 4th St., Harpers Ferry LA CANASTA 105 E. Main, Waukon (563) 586-2524 SUPERMARKET 112 W. Greene St., Postville POSTVILLE GOOD MEEHAN MEMORIAL SAMARITAN CENTER LANSING PUBLIC MOHN FISH MARKET 400 Hardin Dr., Postville 1140 Great River Rd., LIBRARY 515 Main St., Lansing Harpers Ferry POSTVILLE MEDICAL (563) 538-4693 CLINIC www.lansing.lib.ia.us POPS PRODUCE 124 W. Greene St., Postville 540 Rossville Rd., Waukon NEW ALBIN LIBRARY QUILLIN’S THORNTON MANOR 176 Elm St, New Albin 9 & Main St., Waukon NURSING HOME (563) 544-4747 124 W. Tilden, Postville 1329 Main St., Lansing 314 Main St., Lansing POSTVILLE LIBRARY Home 235 W Tilden St, Postville TIENDA TONITAS Furnishings: (563) 864-7600 RESTAURANT www.postville.lib.ia.us 105 W. Greene St., Postville M CULLIGAN WATER ROBEY MEMORIAL 19 E. Main St., Waukon WUENNECKE’S CITY (563) 568-2759 LIBRARY 401 1st Ave NW, Waukon MEAT MARKET www.culliganwaukon.com 199 Railroad Ave., New Albin (563) 568-4424 M LANSING HOUSING www.waukon.lib.ia.us Healthcare: PRODUCTS WATERVILLE LIBRARY 331 Platt St., Lansing 82 Main St., Waterville M CAMERON OCHSNER, (563) 538-4224 (563) 535-7295 DDS www.lansinghousingproducts. www.waterville.lib.ia.us 22 E. Main St., Waukon com (563) 568-3641 ANIMAL M JOHN’S APPLIANCE & M GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN FUN SPAS CARE: 50 N 4th St., Lansing 118 S Lawler St., Postville M (563) 538-4874 (563) 864-7523 POSTVILLE 111 S Reynolds St., Postville www.johns.doitbest.com VETERINARY CLINIC (563) 864-7512 110 Hyman Dr., Postville 120 2nd Ave. SE, Waukon CUNNINGHAM (563) 864-3631 (563) 568-3000 (Eye Clinic also) HARDWARE calmarveterinary.qwestoffice.net www.gundersenhealth.org 43 W. Main, Waukon BRODAHL VETERINARY M MOSAIC CLINIC 12 E. Main St., Waukon Lansing Hardware 808 5th Ave., SW, Waukon 238 Main St., Lansing (563) 568-3992 www.mosaicinfo.org IDEAL DOG HOWARDS HOME GROOMING M FURNISHINGS 30 Spring Ave., Waukon TASC 40 W. Main St., Waukon 2213 Mt. Olivet Rd. NW, Waukon WAUKON (563) 568-4060 LANSING FURNITURE 1818 W. Main St., Lansing VETERINARY CLINIC M VETERANS MEMORIAL 605 Rossville Rd., Waukon HOSPITAL ROCKWEILER 40 First St. SE, Waukon APPLIANCE & TV (563) 568-3411 17 W. Main St., Waukon www.veteransmemorialhospital.com

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PROFESSIONAL GERIEKE LAW OFFICE TRAVEL: SERVICES: 104 W. Green St., Postville M HAWKEYE STAGES & JACOBSON BRISTOL M DRAHOS & SENFT, LEGACY TOURS GARRETT & SCHWARTZ 703 Dudley St., Decorah CPA’S PC 25 1st Ave. NW, Waukon 142 N. Lawler St., Postville (563) 382-3639 (563) 864-7104 JAMES MELLICK, www.hawkeyestages.com/ or www.legacytours.travel/@ M ATTORNEY AT LAW Utility Providers EDWARD JONES 18 1st Ave. NW, Waukon INVESTMENTS M 14 Spring Ave., Waukon MORROW & WHITE LAW ALLAMAKEE CLAYTON (563) 568-4836 OFFICE ELECTRIC 18 3rd Ave. SW, Waukon 229 Hwy. 51, Postville M ERICKSON LAW OFFICE (563) 864-7611 127 S. Lawler St., Postville MUELLER LAW OFFICES M (563) 864-7219 443 N. Lawler St. Postville ALLIANT ENERGY 219 W. Water St., Decorah, IA M HACKER, NELSON REAL ESTATE: (563) 382-1611 & CO., P.C. www.alliantenergy.com 19 First Ave. NW, Waukon M EWING REAL ESTATE M MEDIACOM (563) 568-4567 & AUCTIONS www.hackernelson.com 7 West Main St., Waukon COMMUNICATIONS (563) 568-4371 CORP. M LESCHENSKY www.ewingreal-estate.com 207 W. Pearl St., Decorah, IA INSURANCE AGENCY (563) 663-0673 www. 19 Allamakee St., Waukon M SMED & ASSOCIATES mediacomcable.com (563) 568-6347 REALTY M www.leschenskyins.com 605 Rossville Rd., Waukon BLACK HILLS (563) 568-0011 ENERGY M NEW ALBIN INSURANCE www.smedrealty.com 110 N. 4th Ave., Newton, IA AGENCY 50208 118 Main St., New Albin ALLAMAKEE (641) 792-1548 (563) 544-4214 REALTY, LLC www.blackhillsenergy.com 108 Rossville Rd., Waukon M M SHAFER & SHAFER CENTURY LINK LAW OFFICE BIEBER INSURANCE & 925 High St., Des Moines, IA 23 Allamakee St., Waukon REAL ESTATE (515) 286-8121 (563) 568-3786 104 Rossville Rd., Waukon www.qwest.com ALLAMAKEE COUNTY KEYSTONE REAL ESTATE M ACE COMMUNICATIONS FARM BUREAU 20 Spring Ave., Waukon GROUP 14 1st Ave. NE, Waukon 207 E. Cedar St., Houston, MN SWEENEY REAL ESTATE (507) 896-3192 or (888) 404- CHARLES KELLY LAW & DEV. CO. 4940 www.acegroup.cc OFFICE PC 600 Rossville Rd., Waukon 136 N Lawler St., Postville

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