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Osborne DAYS

1st Annual Osborne
Days
October 10-11, 2026
10am-4pm

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BIG NEWS! Something exciting is coming this fall—and you won’t want to miss it.

Clayton County Conservation is excited to announce the launch of Osborne Days, a newly reimagined fall festival set to take place October 10–11, 2026, at Osborne Park.

Formerly known as Heritage Days, the redesigned event uses input from past participants and staff to better reflect the interests and spirit of the community. Osborne Days will celebrate conservation, creativity, and the fall season through a vibrant mix of local vendors, hands-on activities, and interactive demonstrations.

The two-day festival will feature a wide range of engaging activities and demonstrations for all ages. Planned experiences include outdoor recreation demonstrations such as geocaching, hiking, trapping, as well as conservation education, environmental awareness activities, hands-on workshops, and family-friendly interactive booths. These elements are designed to encourage participation, learning, and a deeper appreciation for local natural resources.

In addition, this event includes a curated marketplace showcasing high-quality, locally made and handmade goods. Attendees can expect a variety of artisanal foods, crafts, artwork, home décor, and other unique items created by talented regional makers. The Osborne Days marketplace will support small businesses while creating a dynamic shopping experience centered on originality and craftsmanship.

Osborne Days will run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Clayton County Conservation is currently seeking vendors, demonstrators, and activity hosts to participate in the festival. Space is limited, and applicants will be selected to ensure a diverse and engaging experience for attendees. Vendor applications are due by September 11, 2026.

If you are interested in being a volunteer, vendor, or demonstrator please reach out to our CCCB staff 563-245-1516 or cccb@claytoncountyia.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The listening sessions we have had over that past couple months have concluded. Here is the recorded zoom that summarized what those that attended felt should happen for a future event at Osborne. 

Summary Zoom

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Photos from past events

The Welcome Center/Osborne Nature Center summer hours April - October
Open Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM & Sunday 12:00-4:00PM

WHEN NATURE CALLS

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29862 Osborne Road
Elkader, Iowa 52043

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Equal Opportunity
The Clayton County Conservation Board does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, national origin, age or disability. If anyone believes he or she may have been subjected to such discrimination, he or she may file a complaint with either the Clayton County Conservation Board or the Office of Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.

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