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Fowlers’ rural home features comfort and wide-open spaces

By Roz Weis

A slice of rural life was the dream for Ryan and Sarah (Wicks) Fowler in the construction of their new custom-built home outside Decorah.

Looking at the surroundings, one can see the beauty of the Driftless region.

After nearly 20 years living in the Cedar Rapids area, the Fowlers were drawn to all the attractions northeast Iowa has to offer.

The couple and their two small children, Ahnika (6) and Anderson (4), were former Fairfax residents. They were called to the Decorah area for the good schools, the trout fish-

The local ISU Extension Office brings together people of all ages: from teaching gardening skills, exploring the area’s natural resources and unique topography/geology, to supporting local 4-H programs and hosting adult educational courses/workshops. During Extension and Outreach week April 17-22, be sure to check out some of the vast resources the local extension office offers. Pictured is a specialized learning opportunity – harvesting honey from local hives. (submitted photos)

Celebrate ISU Extension and Outreach Week in Winneshiek County

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week is April 17-22.

Iowa’s 100-county extension offices will host activities throughout the week to thank Iowans for their support of extension education efforts throughout the state.

“This celebration is one way we show our appreciation for the people who participate in our educational programs, as well as the many volunteers, community

ing and more.

Construction of their 4,400-square-foot home began in October 2021, and they moved into their finished home late last fall.

Situated atop a hill on an acreage north of Decorah near the Seed Savers Exchange, the Fowlers’ two-story home was designed by Shawn Saltou of Cresco.

When it came to designing the Fowler home, Saltou incorporated plans from their previous home in Fairfax in the new design.

Ryan and Sarah Fowler and their children, Ahnika (6) and Anderson (4), have settled in to their new home in rural Decorah. The 4,400-square-foot, custom-built home personifies the idea of a house on a hill. Completed in 2022, their home features an open floor plan, plenty of natural light and two prominent deck areas for taking in the morning sunrises and evening sunsets. continued on B-1 (Driftless Multimedia photos by Roz Weis)

Fowler home

Decorah Schools, DEA continue negotiations In an ongoing effort to retain veteran teachers and attract new teachers to the Decorah Community School District (DCSD), representatives from the District continued salary negotiations for the 2023-24 contracts with members of the Decorah Education association (DEA) Thursday afternoon.

The District has proposed a $775 increase in generator base, higher than the DEA’s proposal presented earlier this month. The District also proposed a $40,000 recruitment/shadow base, higher than the $38,500 proposed by the DEA. The base salary at Decorah Schools is

currently $36,500.

The increases proposed by the District amount to an approximate 4.11 percent increase for the 2023-24 master contracts.

In the District’s presentation to the DEA members Thursday afternoon, DCSD Superintendent Tim Cronin said the Board wants to remain competitive in teacher salary negotiations.

“I want to make sure we are valuing our teachers,” Cronin stated at Thursday’s meeting.

Cronin has presented many salary proposals to teachers during his years as an administrator, and he was enthusiastic about the District’s latest proposal.

“This is the best offer I’ve ever made,”

Cronin stated.

The DEA had proposed a $600 increase in TSS (supplemental salary) compensation base and the District countered with a $50 increase.

The District also agreed to the DEA’s proposal for development of a recruitment/retention task force, which would be made up of representatives from the DEA and DCSD Administration.

Negotiations between the two entities continued at press time. Updates from the negotiations, and other DCSD Board meeting coverage will be published in the Decorah Public Opinion, and on the newspaper website at www.decorahnewspapers.com.

The arraignment of Mindy Jones on the Allamakee County felony charges of Arson, First Degree and Animal Abuse was held last week. Jones’ Attorney, Nathaniel Moonen, filed the receipt of the written arraignment of charges and submitted Jones’ plea of Not Guilty as of Friday, April 7.

Jones is being charged as a result of the

investigation into the Feb. 13, 2022, fire that destroyed both the newly-opened Tin, Rust & Harmony store, owned by Jones, and the Paws Up retail store which has since relocated and reopened.

Jones’ pre-trial conference for these charges has been set for Sept. 11, 2023, with a jury trial to begin Oct. 4, 2023.

Moonen later filed a motion to with-

draw counsel in this case, which was approved Monday, April 10. Attorney Dan Key was appointed as counsel in this case as of the same date.

Moonen’s withdrawal was due to a conflict of interest found during

By Roz Weis

leaders, organizations, agencies and other partners who support our work in Winneshiek County,” said Alexandria McIntyre, Office Manager and Program Developer of the Winneshiek County ISU Extension Office.

Winneshiek County has four dedicated staff: Bruce Arendt,

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Open burning prohibited

Laura’s Sack Lunch Drive-Thru May 7 Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum will host “Laura’s Sack Lunch Drive-Thru Meal” Sunday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Burr Oak Lutheran Church parking lot in Burr Oak. The menu includes a Win-

neshiek County Cattlemen’s ribeye steak sandwich meal and a 1/3-pound cheeseburger meal. Proceeds will go towards the continued restoration work for the one-room schoolhouse which was recently relocated to the museum grounds.

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On April 13, the fire marshal found that conditions in Winneshiek County are such that open burning constitutes a danger to life or property.

It is therefore ordered that no person shall engage in open burning in Winneshiek County, effective April 13, at 10 a.m. except as specifically permitted by Iowa code 100.40(3) until such time as Sean Snyder, representing each fire department having all or part of their fire district within Winneshiek County, notified the state fire marshal that such conditions dangerous to life or property no longer exists.

Clayton County is also under an Open Burn Ban as of April 12.

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Iowa code 100.40(2) any violation of this proclamation order is a simple misdemeanor.

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section 100.40, the state fire marshal, during periods of extremely dry conditions or under other conditions when the state fire marshal finds open burning constitutes a danger to life or property, may prohibit open burning in an area of the state at the request of the chief of a local fire department, a city council or a board of supervisors and when an investigation supports the need for the prohibition.

The state fire marshal shall implement the prohibition by issuing a proclamation to persons in the affected area.

Also noted: A proclamation issued by the state fire marshal pursuant to this section shall not prohibit a supervised, controlled burn for which a permit has been issued by the fire chief of the fire district where the burn will take place, the use of outdoor fireplaces, barbecue grills, properly supervised

Several local fire departments have been posting warnings regarding burning in these dry conditions. Protivin Fire Department shared, “Many local fire departments in our area have been busy putting out fires last week, and this week.

Some fire departments have been called out multiple times a day. Please use caution and stay safe.” The Decorah Fire Department also reported they had “responded to several grass fires the last few days. Dry conditions, higher temps, and high winds can make things quickly get out of hand.” (submitted photo) landfills or the burning of trash in incinerators or trash burners made of metal, concrete, ma-

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Archaeo-Blitz to feature Native American song, dance, crafts and food

By Mike Van Sickle The pulsating sound of drums and Native American songs will soon echo across the Turkey River valley as they once did centuries ago. Those attending the Turkey River Archaeo-Blitz at the North Fayette Valley Elementary/Middle School near Elgin Saturday, April 22, will have the opportunity to witness the traditional dance, arts, craftsmanship and food of the Indigenous people who once roamed the area.

In partnership with the Elgin Historical Society (EHS), the University of Iowa Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA) returns to Elgin to host the second Turkey River Archaeo-Blitz.

“The April 22 event represents the culmination of a nearly 18-month-long collaboration between the Office of the State Archaeologist and the Elgin Historical Society,” said John Doershuk, OSA director and state archaeologist. “It has been a mutually beneficial effort to further the interests of

Larry Yazzie (pictured) and Native Pride Dancers will be the featured entertainment at Turkey River Archaeo-Blitz at the North Fayette Valley Elementary/Middle School near Elgin Saturday, April 22. (submitted photo) the EHS Tribes of the Turkey River project and OSA’s ongoing responsibility to identify, document, and preserve significant data about Iowa’s past.”

The OSA has partnered with the EHS to assist them in learning more about the area’s Indigenous history and how to best document, interpret and communicate the knowledge they already have based on family collections of artifacts and ethnographic objects and the locations of where these artifacts were found. To fulfill this effort, the EHS launched the Tribes of the Turkey River Project, a multi-year effort.

During the April 22 family-friendly event, Native American arts and crafts demonstrations will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, the OSA welcomes the public to bring artifacts for identification and to further document the presence of these early people.

At the same time, they can learn amore bout the Tribes of the Turkey River Interpretive Center project, planned for the second level of the EHS museum.

Featured entertainment The day’s featured entertainment will be Larry Yazzie and Native Pride Dancers, who will

perform from 2 to 3 p.m. Yazzie of the Meskwaki Nation has created a platform for Indigenous Performing Artists to share their talent with the world. He leads a dynamic talented roster of cultural educators, musicians, dancers and singers who are members of numerous tribal nations including Meskwaki, Navajo, Dakota, Lakota, Ojibwe, Lumbee, Cree, Pueblo, Choctaw and Chickasaw, to name a few. Native Pride also collaborates with many established and up and coming artists throughout Indian country and from the mainstream stage.

The Native Pride Dancers’ mission is to educate, inspire, motivate, and empower diverse communities to bridge cultural gaps through Indigenous traditions. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to feel the excitement and experience the artistry of The Native Pride Dancers as they perform flamboyant movements passed down by their ancestors thru song and dance.

Complete with colorful regalia, the group strives to educate and entertain audiences about the beauty, skill and majesty

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Earth Day Festival brings community together for free open house this Saturday On Saturday, April 22, folks from all over northeast Iowa will gather to celebrate Earth Day in the Community Building at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to noon.

The 2023 Earth Day Festival, “Invest in our Planet,” is hosted

by Winneshiek County Conservation in partnership with several community organizations including Iowa State University Extension, Luther College Center for Sustainable Communities, Winneshiek Energy District, Oneota Community Coop, ArtHaus and more. These organizations are eager to share how to make a difference with earth-friendly activities and educational exhibits for people of all ages.

With a filled exhibit hall of vendors, the Earth Day Festival will help attendees learn to become more involved at home. Featuring kids’ crafts, seed planting, event giveaways, electric vehicles and solar presentations, people of all ages and experiences can find ways to be involved.

Winneshiek County Conservation is partnering with Luther College and the City of Decorah to distribute home composters to Winneshiek County residents. The first home composter distribution project began a year ago in an effort to reduce the amount of food waste going

Luther College Environmental Education students welcome attendees to “Compostapalooza” at the 2022 Earth Day event hosted by Winneshiek County Conservation. The 2023 Earth Day event is slated for April 22. (submitted photo) to the Winneshiek County Sanitary Landfill. The bins were a huge hit, with over 260 making their way to Winneshiek County residents’ homes.

Landfill Manager TJ Schissel noted, “Composting keeps food waste out of the landfill that would otherwise take up space and create methane. Cutting down on trash that comes into the landfill, especially waste that can be reused elsewhere, helps to increase the life of the current landfill and defer the need for a new one.”

This year, the City of Decorah received a $106,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help fund a community

composting pilot program to encourage home composting by purchasing additional backyard composters for Winneshiek County residents. By taking this action, the city is confident that additional food waste can be diverted from the landfill and used for a better purpose – returning valuable nutrients to the soil. A good balance of food scraps and yard waste can create the ideal compost pile, which can be applied to gardens and lawns as fertilizer.

City of Decorah Engineer Jeremy Bril said, “Winneshiek County residents are invited to engage with the home composter program as we work

Celebrate Earth Day all week long with these events from Winneshiek County Conservation and community partners: • “Climate Justice and the Politics of Emotions” with Guest Speaker Sarah Jaquette Ray at Luther College at 5:30 p.m. April 18. https://www.luther.edu/event/sarah-jaquetteray-climate-justice-and-thepolitics-of-emotions • Go Wild Foraging at Lake Meyer Park at 5:30 p.m. April 20. https://www.winneshiekwild.com/events/wild-foraging-lake-meyer • Earth Trivia at Impact Coffee at 7:30 p.m. April 20.

• Earth Week Art Gallery in the Gregerson Gallery of Luther’s Center for the Arts April 20-27.

• “Eco-folk-n-rock” supporting local birds with a Big Blue Sky Concert at Convergence CiderWorks at 3 p.m.

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toward sustainable solutions.

We have the opportunity, with strong community support, to cycle nutrients from our food waste back into the soil for gardening and agriculture.”

Find more details about event partners and festivities at www. winneshiekwild.com/events/ earth-day-festival-2023.

For more information about composting in Winneshiek County visit www.winneshiekwaste. com/compost.

Luther College Woman’s Fayette TAKO antler shed and nature hunt April 29 Club meets April 18

Last January, hundreds of Luther College students studied abroad through classes on a variety of subjects offered around the globe. Learn more about one of those classes at the next meeting of the Luther College Woman’s Club, Tuesday, April 18, at 1:30 p.m., in Peace Dining Room, Dahl Centennial Union, on the Luther campus.

Scott Carlson, Luther professor of biology, will present “Roatan: Ethical Engagement in a Changing World,” a look at a J-term class in which students worked closely with a lo-

cal health care clinic, bilingual school and a marine conservation center in Roatan, Honduras, to directly observe factors of change and explore the systemic forces that are helping shape the island.

The growing success of the island has led to an influx of migration from the mainland, creating divisions among ethnic groups and advancing environmental degradation that threatens the reef.

To join the LCWC or learn more, visit luther.edu/alumni-friends/engage/stay-connected/womans-club.

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of Native American music and dance while creating a moving artistic experience that engages the audience.

As part of the event, Indigenous foods will be served in the school cafeteria from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (or until they run out of food). A freewill donation will go toward the Elgin Historical Society’s Tribes of the Turkey River Interpretive Center.

“The public will want to join us for a wonderful and unique opportunity — to experience a small bit of what tribal life in northeast Iowa might have been,” said Marilyn Schaer, EHS president. “The NFV Middle School, as it overlooks the Turkey River bottom, is the perfect setting to stretch a person’s imagination, while experiencing the food, crafts and dancing that may have been a part of the lives of some of the earliest people to our beautiful valley.”

“The Iowa State Archaeologist, John Doershuk and his staff, specifically Elizabeth Reetz, have arranged for this special event in partnership with the Elgin Historical Society,” she added. “We very much appreciate their efforts to provide the activities that focus local attention on the Winnebago, Sac and Fox tribes who canoed our river, and hunted and lived here. These early tribes will be represented by their descendants, the Meskwaki and HoChunk Nations.”

John Doershuk, OSA director and state archaeologist, emphasized both the Meskwaki Nation and Ho-Chunk Nation strongly identify with the Turkey River valley as an important part of their traditional homelands. He explained both nations have

The Fayette Take A Kid Outdoors (TAKO) chapter is hosting their annual antler shed hunt event Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Echo Valley Park east of West Union.

Additionally there will be crafts and guided educational tours discussing the colorful spring flowers found along the trail.

There will be directional signs for those new to the park.

The event is free and open to the public and a light meal will be provided. Parents and guardians will need to sign a release and remain with their children

during the event.

The Fayette TAKO chapter started in 2006 and hosts a number of educational and fun outdoor events during the year to help families and children understand and appreciate our natural world.

For more information about the event or TAKO, contact President Leif White at 319939-1567.

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207 W. Water, Decorah (563) 382-6262 Open Mon. - Sat for Lunch 11-2 p.m. and Dinner from 4:30-9 p.m. Sunday 4:308:30p.m. for dine-in or carry-outs. Appetizers, large variety of entrees, Koreana Rolls, Sushi and Sashimi.

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Scan the Don Jose Mexican Family QR codes Restaurant 120 Washington, Decorah to view 201 E. Water St., Decorah (563) 382-3067 menus (563) 382-6052

The Landing Market

211 College Dr., Decorah (563) 277-1893 Open Daily 8 a.m.

- 9 p.m. Check out our website, www. thelandingmarket.com, for online ordering, individual vendor hours and menus. The Landing Market is a modern food hall. We are home to local vendors such as The Buzz Cafe, Justin’s, Root 43, assorted craft beverages, grab-and-go options and so much more!

Dine-In or Carryout!

207 West Water Street • Downtown Decorah • 563-382-6262

La Rana Bistro

Now open for dine-in.

Tuesday-Saturday.

Lunch 11:30-2.

Dinner 5-close. Scratch kitchen and craft cocktails featuring local producers in a classic and cozy setting. Seasonal menu available at laranadecorah.com.

Advance reservations strongly recommended.

Traditional Japanese dishes and original menu items created by our chef

Open for indoor dining: Tues, Wed, Thur, Sun 11-9; Fri & Sat 11-9:30; Closed Mondays. Still encouraging take out orders.

Homemade, fresh Mexican food.

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The Old Rossville Store

851 Volney Rd., Rossville, between Waukon & Marquette (563) 535-7272 Closed Sunday & Monday. Open Tuesday - Thursday 11-1 & 4-7, Friday 11-1 & 4-8, Saturday 4-8. Nightly Specials: Tuesday - Jumbo Shrimp or Ham Steak; Wednesday - 1/2 Broasted Chicken; Thursday - Baby Back BBQ Pork Ribs; Friday Beer Battered or Broiled Cod; Saturday - Prime Rib.

T-Bock’s Sports Bar & Grill

206 West Water St., Decorah (563) 382-5970 Kitchen hours: Sun– Wed 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thurs–Sat 11 a.m -10 p.m.; Closed Tues.

Bar may stay open later if there’s a game or crowd.

Daily lunch specials. Large variety of tap and local beers!

Great Bloody Marys! Best wings around! Great place to bring the family! Lots of TVs! View menus at www.tbocks.com.

CALMAR U-2 BBQ & Catering

1676 Hwy. 52, Calmar Doug (563) 419-3997 Full-line catering & custom meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner; traditional meals; BBQ; available for graduation parties, weddings, reunions, company picnics.

Succulent salads, wholesome veggies & potatoes, delicious desserts, deluxe catering, party planners and trays.

Veterans gifted quilts of valor

Six Veterans were honored and presented with Quilts of Valor at the All Vets Club in Decorah Saturday, March 5. Veterans presented with quilts include front row (l-r): Jason Kotek, Chad Heying, Merlin Faldet and Shaun C. Dehning. Back row: Walter “Butch” Wood and Donald F. Brincks. Quilts of Valor works to cover service members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. To nominate a Veteran, contact Lynn Lysne at 563-382-4060. (submitted photo)

New Minowa Players announces auditions for summer musical Auditions for New Minowa Players’ summer production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” will be held Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, at the New Minowa Players Theatre located at 906 South Mill Street in Decorah. There are five principal acting roles plus an acting ensemble of an additional 20-25 individuals. The acting ensemble will play supporting and cameo roles including Romani, gargoyles, soldiers and citizens of Paris.

There is also a cathedral choir of 24-32 singers, situated within the set for the entirety of the show, which provides accompanying vocals as well as having their own featured numbers.

The audition process is as follows: Everyone auditioning must fill out an audition form available at newminowaplayers.org

before the audition date. Those auditioning only to be in the Cathedral Choir should come either Saturday, April 22, at 10 a.m., or Sunday, April 23, at 1 p.m. The audition will consist of sight-reading and a test of vocal range. No additional preparation is required.

Those auditioning for principals and/or the acting ensemble should prepare a 16-32 bar vocal selection and a 60-second monologue to be performed individually. Please do not sing a song from Hunchback. Following the individual audition, there will be a brief group choreography session. Those auditioning should dress in comfort-

The Decorah Chamber of Commerce excitedly announced its annual Chamber Gala Friday, April 21, at Impact Coffee from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The party’s theme features all things related to the moon and outer space to celebrate the Chamber’s “Over the Moon” gratefulness for Decorah businesses and communities.

This event is the chamber’s annual fundraiser and will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres by La Rana Bistro, themed cocktails and mocktails, music by Chris Koza, a live auction, raffle and space-themed games. Attendees should don their finest semi-for-

mal moon glamour apparel or may choose to sport an astronaut suit.

“We really look forward to this event each year and try to create an atmosphere that is fun for our guests,” shared Chamber Executive Director Jessica Rilling. “The event format is casual. Members and non-members are welcome to attend. This is really just an event to celebrate the Chamber’s good work over the years and to spend time together.”

For gala attendees with small children, the Northeast Iowa Montessori is offering a concurrent Camp Luna! – a childcare

able clothing and footwear that allows for safe movement.

Callbacks, if necessary, will be Tuesday, April 25, at 6 p.m.

Auditions are open to individuals 14 years and older. While adapted from the beloved Disney film, be aware the show is a darker and more mature version, closer to Victor Hugo’s novel.

Take note that being invited to audition for this production, either directly or indirectly, does not guarantee a role.

Actors of any ethnicity or gender identity are encouraged to audition. Full character descriptions and a link to the audition form can be found at newminowaplayers.org.

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Raffle tickets for three separate prizes may be purchased ahead of the event and winners do not need to be present to win.

For the link to childcare reservations, event tickets and raffle tickets visit the chamber website. For more information about the event visit decorahareachamber.com/events/ chamber-gala/.

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Answer: Maple syrup, spinach from the greenhouses, and… storage crops from last fall like potatoes, beets, garlic, carrots and onions.

For the most part, April can be a tough month to find fresh food in the Midwest, as it’s the month that many plants are seeded. Even native plants aren’t quite ready to peek above the ground, just in case a fated late blizzard comes their way.

So we are patient for the greens, peas and radishes to arrive at the farmers markets in May (Decorah Farmers Market opens Wednesday, May 3), and in the meantime, we get creative with what we have and try to reinvent the foods we’ve been eating for many months.

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Many farmers still have potatoes, garlic and meat from last year’s abundance.

Let’s help them by incorporating it into our spring menus!

To brighten up roasted-anything (pork, potatoes, onions or chicken) try one of my favorite easy homemade condiments: zesty cilantro sauce. It’s also delicious on brats, used as a salsa or shaken up with vinegar for a quick salad dressing (I know, again with the salads!).

This sauce is a breeze, uses inexpensive, easy-to-find ingredients and stays in the fridge for up to two weeks!

Josh’s Cilantro sauce

2 bunches of cilantro 2 cloves of garlic, minced ½ to 1-1/2 cups vegetable oil (depending on how large the cilantro bunches are) Salt to taste Red pepper flakes (optional) Directions Rough chop cilantro—stems and all!

Add cilantro and garlic to a blender or food processor. Pulse.

With the machine on low, pour vegetable oil in until the oil starts to pool and it reaches a pourable consistency. Start light — you can always add more.

Add salt and/or red pepper flakes.

Pulse.

Taste test, adjusting salt/oil/garlic as needed

Classic maple mustard vinaigrette 2 parts olive oil 1 part apple cider vinegar 1-2 t. brown or Dijon mustard 3 t. real maple syrup 1 clove garlic, halved

Local maple syrup is now season. (photo courtesy Jessica Rilling)

Directions In a mason jar pour 1/2 cup olive oil and 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar Add garlic halves, mustard and maple syrup to taste Shake vigorously, and enjoy!

continued from front Manager Alexandria (Allie) McIntyre, programming developer; Delaney Clark, Office/ Program Assistant; and Ashley Horgen, youth coordinator serving 4-H. Staff strive to be a valuable resource for all residents of Winneshiek County, regardless of age or interests.

Upcoming events or opportunities available to the public include a Master Conservationist course, Agronomy in the Field for Women, Master Gardener Plant Sale in May, the Spilde Community Garden volunteer opportunities, and several webinar series such as “Preserve the Taste of Summer 101” and a Dairy Goat Series.

Those interested can call the Winneshiek County Extension office at 563382-2949.

“We provide education for all ages,” said Clark.

“There are numerous K-12 educational resources available as well. We have curriculum focused on STEM, communication skills, the arts, healthy living, leadership and civic engagement. These resources are available to all area youth.”

“Extension truly has something available to all,” said McIntyre. “I am happy to explore programming of interest to residents of Winneshiek County.” She added that the ISU Extension website provides free materials on various topics such as families and health,

ISU Extension and Outreach engages Iowans of all ages with educational and supportive opportunities. (submitted photos)

community economic development, agriculture, the environment, and home and garden.

Iowa State Extension Horticulture and Home Pest is a popular search engine this time of year.

Winneshiek County residents may participate in the search for painted rocks hidden within the county during the week-long celebration. The challenge began Monday, April 17, and will showcase yet more hidden gems right here in the local communities. Rocks can be turned in for a prize at the Winneshiek County Extension Office.

Enchanted Evening scheduled in Spillville The Civic Improvement Association in Spillville is currently accepting RSVPs to its

Enchanted Evening, the 13th Annual Prom Night for persons with disabilities. Held Satur-

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Pictured (front l-r): Carson Brown, Rohen Jewell, Drew Peterson, Ellie Theismann, Merrick Panos. Back (l-r): Maisie Steven, Cora Giddings, Jaclyn Holthaus, Izzy Michels, Ada Lyon. Not Pictured: Kayla Giese

Thanks to all of the children who participated!

ISU Extension and Outreach is part of the federal Cooperative Extension Service, a network of more than 100 land-grant institutions, including Iowa State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across the United States. Every county in Iowa has an elected extension council that decides how to support ISU Extension and Outreach educational programs at the county level.

The Winneshiek County Extension Council members are Stacy Bushman, Blake Courtney, Shana Hilgerson, Norbert Lovstuen, Sara Neuzil, Lexi Schmitt, Caleb Schnitzler, Dave Wise and Judy Mowry.

“ISU Extension and Outreach engages Iowans in solving today’s problems and planning for tomorrow. With the support of our elected council, our educational opportunities for the people of Winneshiek County continue to grow” McIntyre said.

For more information about ISU Extension and Outreach, visit www.extension.iastate. edu or contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Winneshiek County office.

FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

April 28–30, 2023

10 AM to 5 PM DAILY

Visit more than 30 area artists at work in their studios or galleries.

Tour the countryside and shop for unique art.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Additional support provided by the River Arts Alliance.

Download our mobile app! Find out more at:

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day, May 6, from 4 to 8:30 p.m., the event features games, dance, dinner and fun. Support staff and family welcome to attend as well. RSVPs can email info@inwoodballroom.com or call 563-419-1905 by Sunday, April 30.

Donations of door prizes and funds for the event are gratefully accepted from area businesses and individuals. Volunteers are appreciated for set up May 6, at 10 a.m. The Inwood Ballroom is located at 116 Bridge Street in Spillville.

Give blood, save lives

An American Red Cross blood donation event will be held Friday, April 21, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Stone Ridge Community Church located at 1111 Montgomery Street in Decorah.

For an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org with sponsor code: Decorah. Rapidpass appointments can streamline your blood donation. In April, an exclusive Snoopy t-shirt will be given to donors as supplies last.

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McGREGOR + MARQUETTE These nice smallmouth bass were released after a quick photo. LEFT- The classic Mepps spinner is still a killer smallmouth lure. (submitted photos) past 5 5 degrees in both Mississippi River backwaters and in streams like the Upper Iowa.

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Studies completed by the Iowa DNR a few years ago indicate smallmouth bass migrate up to 12 miles when water temperature hovers near 55. Right now, these fish are moving back up into tributaries like the Upper Iowa to spend the summer.

In October they will slide back down into the big river – often cruising right past suitable

over-winter habitat in their “home” water.

Right now, these fish are staged in relatively small areas in tremendous numbers.

These areas are on the quiet side of current seams at barriers like bridge pilings or large fallen trees. Find such a place and “fish on every cast” action is not out of the question. Soft plastics like the B-Fish-N Tackle Pulse-R in sassafras pattern and Z-Man Ned rig with a TRD plastic in colors “U” might expect are deadly on smallmouth bass when cruising in a staging area.

It makes little sense to leave fish once you’ve located fish.

Switching to a slightly different presentation or color and targeting the same small area which already gave up a dozen or more fish can keep your rod bent for hours.

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Keep an eye out at a library or a local nature center near for a display of winners’ artworks.

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Smallmouth bass are vulnerable because they sometimes lack discretion, attacking anything which looks like food both now and again in October.

They are honestly too valuable as a resource to be caught just once.

If you “free the fighter,” there is a good chance she will dance with you again later this year. If these fish are not released, you won’t have the opportunity to fish for her progeny in years to come.

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Walleyes and perch usually spawn when water temperatures reach 45 to 48 degrees in the spring. Spawning activity for these fish can last just a couple of days within three days of a full moon if the water has warmed into this range.

Over the past 20 years walleyes in pools 9 and 10 typically spawn between April 15-22.

Two years ago those fat, green egg-cannons fired on April 1.

This year the process has strung out over a week, just finishing now on the main river and over Easter weekend in tributaries like the Upper Iowa River.

Smallmouth bass are moving towards spawning areas today in a considerable hurry, as water temperatures are moving

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Full coverage at driftlessjournal.com & in the Decorah Public Opinion | Sports Editor: Becky Walz, becky.walz@driftlessjournal.com

Vikings get on home course

Trojans sweep WC on links

Decorah Invite varsity team scores 1. Holmen 311; 2. Holy Family Catholic 313; 3. Rochester Mayo 314; 4. Owatonna 330; 5. Clear Lake 333; 6. Onalaska 334; 7.

Crestwood 347; 8. Decorah 351; 9.

Winona 376

The Turkey Valley golf teams notched a pair of UIC wins with a sweep over a much-improved West Central squad at Jackson Heights Golf Course Thursday.

“We had another beautiful night for golf with the exception of some strong SW winds, but the kids really seemed to enjoy themselves out there on the course,” said Coach John Reicks. “We are still working on some things including course management and proper golf etiquette, but I really like what I see at this early stage of the season.”

It was a near perfect day for golf Thursday as the Decorah boys golf team hosted eight other squads in the Decorah Invite, held at Oneota Golf and Country Club.

It was the first home meet of the season for the Vikes and just the second overall.

Decorah fired a 351, taking eighth in varsity team scores.

Holmen (Wis.) finished first with 311 while Holy Family Catholic came in second with 313.

Ben Bockman led the Vikings on the 18-hole tournament with an 83, with sophomore Jackson Pipho one-stroke back with 84.

Firing a 90 was Lane Rolfs, as Hunter Quandahl fashioned a 93. Others on the course for Decorah were Jackson Knoke (95), Kollin Henry (96) and Bradan Darling (111).

Decorah is at South Winn Golf and Country Club near Calmar Tuesday, April 18, at 4 p.m., against South Winn and Turkey Valley. Thursday, April 21, the Vikes will host Winona Senior at Oneota Golf and Country Club at 2 p.m., then finish the week at the West Delaware tournament Friday, April 21, at noon.

Lane Rolfs watches his putt roll during Thursday’s invite.

(Photo courtesy of Tami Bohr)

South Winn freshman Maddy Jansen (far left) leads a heat of 400-meter dash runners down the frontstretch Thursday for the win. Along with Jansen is South Winn’s (l-r) Megan Hageman, Decorah’s McKenzie Riley, Waverly-Shell Rock’s Lilly Betts and Decorah’s Danielle Losen. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Becky Walz)

Blazing down the track in the 100-meter dash are (l-r) South Winn’s Josie Tollefsrud with Decorah’s Hayley Stowe and Lani Hubka. Hubka and Stowe finished 1-2 in the event.

Decorah girls shine at Relays; SW ties for fourth Decorah Relays team scores 1. Decorah 159; 2. West Delaware 76; 3. Osage 68; 4. Charles City 57; 4. Mason City 57; 4. South Winn 57; 7. Waverly-Shell Rock 54; 8. Central Elkader 47

The Decorah girls track team sent its seniors out in style Thursday night, hosting the Decorah Relays under picture-perfect conditions.

The Vikes won the team title with 159 points in the final home meet of the year. South Winn finished in a three-way tie with 57 points with Charles City and Mason City.

Seven golds The Vikes produced seven gold-medal performances Thursday night.

The first came from the sprint medley quartet. Lani Hubka, Kailyn O’Gara, Brinley Krivachek and McKenzie Riley dug down to place first in 1:55.77. Hubka went on to claim the 100-meter dash title in 12.67 seconds, as well as the 400-meter hurdle crown in 1:08.55. Grace Blikre was the only other individual running champion, winning the 3000-meter run in 13:56.70.

The 4x100 relay also won.

Ava Holthaus, Dahlyn Headington, Krivachek and Sami Mount crossed the finish line in 50.99 seconds.

In the field events, Chloe Reiser and Julia Alberts were both victorious. Reiser was the shot put champion with a throw of 41 feet 1 inch, while Alberts

sailed the discus 119 feet even.

“We continue to put athletes in different races looking for what is best for individuals, the team and use meets for training.

Our athletes continue to rise to the challenges. We are very proud of the team for great focus and superior senior leadership during the meet. Thanks to the volunteers who help make our meets go so smoothly, we are grateful for the support we receive from the community,” said co-head coaches Cristy Nimrod and Brad Johansen.

South Winn’s best Abby Wagner and Maddy Jansen were the stars for South Winn. A. Wagner was the longjump champion at 16 feet 5.5 inches and went on to finish second in the high jump, clearing 5 feet even.

Jansen, a freshman, broke the tape in the 400-meter dash in 1:03.81 with teammate Megan Hageman finishing third in 1:05.85.

The distance medley relay of Katie Shimek, Cloey Zweibohmer, Josie Tieskoetter and Billie Wagner won silver in 4:31.13.

Next up The Vikings are at Charles City Tuesday, April 18, at 5 p.m., then travel to Waterloo West Thursday, April 20, for an invite that begins at 3:30 p.m.

South Winn was at Hudson Monday and are at North Fayette Valley for a co-ed meet Fri-

day, April 21, at 4:30 p.m.

Varsity results High jump – 2. Abby Wagner, SW, 5’0”; 4. Alyssa Holthaus, SW, 4’8”; Ava Steine, Dec, 4’4” Long jump – 1. A. Wagner, SW, 16’5.5”; 5. Hayley Stowe, Dec, 15’8”; 7. Holthaus, SW, 14’7”; 13. Jerikah Dodd, Dec, 13’0.5” Shot put – 1. Chloe Reiser, Dec, 41’1”; 4. Sally Laybourn, Dec, 31’4”; 11. Kalissa Schmelzer, SW, 26’3” Discus – 1. Julia Alberts, Dec, 119’0”; 5. Laybourn, Dec, 95’6”; 15. Kelsey Timp, SW, 61’10”; 16.

Schmelzer, SW, 59’7” 100m – 1. Lani Hubka, Dec, 12.67; 2. Stowe, Dec, 12.91; 8.

Allison Hageman, SW, 14.28; 10.

Josie Tollefsrud, SW, 14.57 200m – 2. Stowe, Dec, 26.87; 3.

Kailyn O’Gara, Dec, 28.64; 6. Cloey Zweibohmer, SW, 29.03 400m – 1. Maddy Jansen, SW, 1:03.81; 3. Megan Hageman, SW, 1:05.85; 4. Danielle Losen, Dec, 1:06.03; 5. McKenzie Riley, Dec, 1:06.49 800m – 27. Grace Brynsaas, Dec, 2:48.94 1500m – 4. Natalie Stevens, Dec, 5:52.27; 7. Deborah Hougen, Dec, 6:04.87; 10. Tessa Phillips, SW, 6:29.07 3000m – 1. Grace Blikre, Dec, 13:56.70 100m hurdles – 2. Renae Wilson, Dec, 16.78; 4. Sydney Kipp, Dec,

16.99; 12. Josie Hageman, SW, 19.63 400m hurdles – 1. Hubka, Dec, 1:08.55; 2. Lillian Olson, Dec, 1:12.35; 5. Izzy Kuboushek, SW, 1:18.49 Shuttle hurdle – 2. Kipp, Wilson, Kelby Kerndt, Autumn Schaller, Dec, 1:10.29; 7. J. Hageman, Kuboushek, K. Timp, Aubrey Willey, SW, 1:22.83 4x100 – 1. Ava Holthaus, Dahlyn Headington, Brinley Krivachek, Sami Mount, Dec, 50.99; 4. Morgan Kriener, Tollefsrud, A. Wagner, Holthaus, SW, 55.47 4x200 – 2. Holthaus, Headington, O’Gara, Mount, Dec, 1:49.83; 7.

Kriener, Tollefsrud, A. Hageman, Britney Hageman, SW, 1:59.15 4x400 – 4. Jansen, Josie Tieskoetter, M. Hageman, Katie Shimek, SW, 4:24.55; 6. Lily Sandhorst, Riley, Losen, Dodd, Dec, 4:28.53 4x800 – 3. Sandhorst, Olson, Losen, Kamryn Steines, Dec, 10:53.43; 7. Karissa Wenthold, Anna Dietzenbach, Ella Willey, Ivey Franzen, SW, 11:56.83 Sprint medley – 1. Hubka, O’Gara, Krivachek, Riley, Dec, 1:55.77; 7. Kriener, Tollefsrud, J. Hageman, Kuboushek, SW, 2:12.45 Distance medley – 2. Katie Shimek, Zweibohmer, Tieskoetter, Billie Wagner, SW, 4:31.13; 4. Greta Jones, Bridget Bentley, Sandhorst, Brynn Storhoff, Dec, 4:47.94

Redenius saves four from goal in shootout

middle fielder Gabrielle Dixon (center) passes the Decorah captures eight golds at WD Decorah ball as Grace Neal (left) and Ella Grouws (right) race down

West Delaware team scores 1. Waverly-Shell Rock 212; 2. Decorah 154; 3. Maquoketa Valley 75; 4. West Delaware 56; 4.

Maquoketa 56; 6. Central Elkader 17; 7. Wapsie Valley 4

The Decorah boys track team got a chance to see some new competition Thursday, competing at the West Delaware Invite.

The Vikes picked up 154 points, taking second at the seven-team invite. Waverly-Shell Rock was the team champion with 212 points.

Decorah had three individuals and five relays bring home titles. In the long jump, Kaiden Quandahl topped the field with a leap of 20 feet 6 inches. William Hahn was crowned the discus champion with a best throw of 138 feet 4 inches and breaking the tape in the 1600-meter run in 4:59.22 was Garrett See. The sprint medley relay claimed the title in 1:40.03 with Gavin Groux, K. Quandahl, Cade Olson and Trevor Kuennen combining their talents. In 9:22.10, See, Carter Dlhy, Mason Avila and Max Grimstand won the 4x800 relay. Also in first was the shuttle hurdle relay. Team members Joshua Adam, Tommy Sexton, Groux and Dakota Johnson clocked in at 1:05.62. In the 4x100 Weight Man relay, Cash Riehle, Hahn, Henry Brynsaas and Fisher Tweten blazed around the track in 47.04 seconds.

The Vikings had six other events with runner-up finishes including Hahn in the shot put (42’7.5”), Ben Wymer in the 100-meter dash (11.35), Gates in the 200-meter dash (22.74), Kuennen in the 400-meter dash (54.58), the 4x100 relay of Adam, Kuennen, Peyton Webb and Landon Quandahl (47.04)

and the 4x400 relay of Johnson, Gate, Brayden Hartl and Olson.

The Vikes hosted the final home regular season meet Monday, April 17, and finish the week at Waukon Friday, April 21, at 4:30 p.m.

Varsity results High jump – 3. Brayden Hartl 5’4” Long jump – 1. Kaiden Quandahl 20’6”; 5. Kelley Gates 18’7.5”; 12.

Ashton Saltou 17’4.5”; 13. Montana Jump-Gerleman 17’3.5” Shot put – 2. William Hahn 42’7.5”; 7. Fisher Tweten 39’1”; 12.

Luke Franzen 36’0”; 16. Cash Riehle 33’10.5” Discus – 1. Hahn 138’4”; 5. Tweten 126’0”; 10. Henry Brynsaas 104’1” 100m – 2. Ben Wymer 11.35; 7. Peyton Webb 12.15; 8. Kaiden Youngblood 12.20; 10. Garrett Waskow 12.26 200m – 2. Gates 22.74; 6. Webb 24.19; 12. Justin Fortman 25.47 400m – 2. Trevor Kuennen 54.58; 12. Caleb Johnson 1:04.22; 13. Brody Hanson 1:04.92 800m – 5. Thomas Hammel 2:19.36; 8. D’Mitrey Lesser 2:25.89; 10. Douglas Bentley 2:27.35; 11.

Brock Taylor 2:30.44 1600m – 1. Garrett See 4:59.22; 4.

Grant Zilka 5:19.52; 6. Carson Bohner 5:21.55; 7. Max Grimstad 5:27.58 3200m – 4. Lesser 11:05.68; 6. Zilka 11:39.21; 7. Phuong Doan 12:55.76; 8.

Ezra Vorvick 13:11.50 110m hurdles – 7. Joshua Adam 17.35; 10. Tommy Sexton 19.64; 11.

Franzen 19.76 400m hurdles – 4. Gavin Groux 59.87; 5. Saltou 1:01.44; 10. Caden Malanaphy 1:07.27 Shuttle hurdle – 1. Adam, Sexton, Groux, Dakota Johnson, 1:05.62 4x100 – 2. Adam, Kuennen, Webb, L. Quandahl, 47.04; 7. Fortman, Louis Bucksa, Alexander McGrath, JumpGerleman, 50.36 4x100 weighmen – 1. Riehle, Hahn, Brynsaas, Tweten, 50.64 4x200 – 4. Jace Buddenberg, Will Teslow, Youngblood, Jump-Gerleman, 1:42.30 4x400 – 2. Johnson, Gates, Hartl, Cade Olson, 3:34.19; 7. Kyle Pattison, Mason Avila, Teslow, Buddenberg, 4:09.39 4x800 – 1. See, Carter Dlhy, Avila, Grimstad, 9:22.10; 4. Pattison, Bohner, Taylor, Malanaphy, 9:58.65 Sprint medley – 1. Groux, K. Quandahl, Olson, Kuennen, 1:40.03; 5. Waskow, L. Quandahl, Bentley, Buddenberg, 1:50.97 Distance medley – 1. Saltou, Hartl, L. Quandahl, Thomas Hammel, 3:53.41

the field with her ahead of the Rebel defense Thursday night.

(Driftless Multimedia photo by Becky Walz) It was a big day on the green for the Decorah girls soccer team (1-3) as the Vikes defeated Grundy Center-Gladbrook-Reinbeck (3-1) in a shootout, 3-2.

“This game may have been exciting for the fans to watch but was nerve-wracking for the coaches,” admitted Coach Loren Hendrickson.

The game started very well for Decorah, with the Vikes getting some early opportunities to score, and also getting control of possession for much of the first half. The game went to half time scoreless.

“If we had converted one of those early scoring chances, maybe the rest of the game would have been easier to manage,” said Coach Hendrickson.

“I told our girls at half time we’d win the game — I felt that confident. All we had to do was have some composure when we had another scoring opportunity.

Nearly twelve minutes into the second half, GC-GR sent a ball right through the middle of Decorah’s defense just past the halfway line. The Viking defense wasn’t prepared, and the Rebel forward had a clean breakaway all the way to goal and didn’t miss, giving the Reb-

els a 1-0 lead.

“I give our girls credit for not folding after that happened.

We continually put pressure on their back line from then on, but still couldn’t find the finishing touch,” said Coach Hendrickson.

With less than a minute to go in the game, Decorah strung three good passes together that allowed forward Grace Neal to get the ball all the way to the penalty area where she scored the equalizer with only two seconds left on the clock.

Overtime was pretty even, both sides getting a few chances to score, but neither side could manage a winner. Viking goalkeeper, Mya Redenius, had to make some very good saves in OT to keep Decorah in it.

In the PK shootout, Ellen Rooney and Grace Neal scored from the spot, and Mya Redenius saved four of the five shots from GC-GR to secure the victory.

Decorah had 14 shots on goal with Redenius coming up with 15 saves.

The Vikings were at Clayton Ridge Monday in a make-up game, then are at Clear Lake Friday, April 21, at 5:30 p.m.

Girls’ action The Trojan girls out-shot the visitors 249 to 264 for their first victory of the season with five of their six varsity golfers scoring in the 60’s.

Freshman Annika Bodensteiner led the way with an even 60 to earn runner-up medalist honors, seven strokes behind Blue Devil standout Abby Squires. Mariah Throndson and Morgan Vsetecka both carded 61’s, while Abby Schmitt and Halle Weber each shot a 67.

Brooklyn Kuennen fired a 75 to round out the varsity scorecard.

Sofia Rivera (69) and Emma Brincks (79) also competed on the TV undercard.

“I really liked the way the girls battled the elements with the hot, windy conditions. I am anxious to see how we play when the grass gets a little longer. Overall, it was a good win for us. Abby is our only senior this year, so we have a good contingent of young golfers that should only get better,” noted Coach Reicks.

Sweeping the medals On the boys’ side, TV came out on top 187 to 216, with three of its golfers in the 40s.

“I hope to see our entire varsity group all shoot in the 40’s in the same meet before the season is over,” said Coach Reicks.

Juniors Oliver Schmitt (42) and Caleb Kurtenbach (44) swept medalist honors with some stellar play around and on the greens. Calvin Bodensteiner (46) and Garrett Dietzenbach (55) also counted for the Trojans. Calen Franzen chipped in with a 57, while Carson Busta fought his way back from a disastrous 12 on Hole 6 to fashion an even 60. Colton Kurtenbach (51) and Wyatt Maklenburg (62) are both vying for a spot on the varsity scorecard, as are Bode Balk (63) and Braylen Byrne (54).

“With a few kids still waiting to play their first rounds of the year, we still need someone to step up and claim the No. 4-6 spots on the varsity scorecard as the season gets into full swing,” concluded Coach Reicks.

Next on the docket The Trojans will be on the course Tuesday, April 18, against South Winn and Decorah in a triangular at South Winn Golf Course near Calmar at 4 p.m. Turkey Valley will see the Warriors a second time next week in a UIC dual Thursday, April 20, at Silver Springs Golf Club in Ossian.

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Brayden Hartl (left) takes the baton from Peyton Webb in a race earlier in the week hosted by Decorah. (Driftless Multimedia photo by Becky Walz)

April 18 – SW g/b golf hosts Dec/TV (Calmar), 4 p.m.; TV g tr at Crestwood, 4:30 p.m.; Dec b ten vs. Winona Senior, 4:30 p.m.; Dec g ten at Osage, 4:30 p.m.; Dec b soc vs. New Hampton, 5 p.m.; Dec g tr at Charles City, 5 p.m.

April 20 – Dec b golf vs. Winona Senior (Oneota), 2 p.m.; Dec g golf at Winona Senior, 2 p.m.; Dec b ten at Waverly-Shell Rock, 2 p.m.; Dec g tr at Waterloo West, 3:30 p.m.; SW g/b golf vs. Turkey Valley (Ossian), 4 p.m.; Dec g ten vs. Union, 4:30 p.m.; TV g/b tr at Kee High, 4:30 p.m.; Dec b soc at Waverly-Shell Rock, 5 p.m.

Senior Abby Schmitt follows the track of her ball in Turkey Valley’s first home meet of the season Thursday. (Driftless Multimedia photo by Becky Walz)

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SW gets UIC win over Eagles It was a busy end of the week for the South Winn golf teams with a conference meet with Clayton Ridge and the girls’ team finally competing in Waukon after the initial triangular with the Indians and Decorah was rained out.

Firing out of the blocks at a meet at Nashua-Plainfield last week are Trojans Olivia Snyder (far left) and Morgan Wenthold (far right). (Driftless Multimedia photos by Becky Walz)

Trojans bring home two golds

New Hampton girls team scores 1. New Hampton 145.5; 2.

Waukon 134.5; 3. Sumner-Fred 104; 4. Nashua-Plainfield 58; 5.

Tripoli 54; 6. North Fayette Valley 53; 7. Turkey Valley 36

Getting on the track at New Hampton, the Turkey Valley girls and boys track teams posted another day of solid gains Thursday.

The girls finished with 36 points, garnering one gold. The boys’ team standings were unavailable at press time, but the Trojans also collected one title.

In girls’ action, Turkey Valley’s 4x200 took the top spot in 1:55.13. Members of the winning relay included Clare Courtney, Olivia Snyder, Jenna Throndson and Morgan Wenthold. It was that same quartet taking bronze in the 4x100 and sprint medley relays.

In the 4x100, the foursome posted a time of 54.28 seconds and opened the meet in the sprint medley in 2:05.01.

The Trojan boys did even

better, winning one event, taking home three silvers and two bronze. Burke Busta, Ryan Franzen, Chase Hayek and Noah Hanson broke the tape in 1:34.72, winning the 4x200 relay. In the 4x400, those four were second in 3:37.37. In the 4x800 relay it was Franzen, B. Busta, Hayek combining with Russell Nieman for a time of 9:18.78, to take silver. Hanson was an individual runner-up in the 200-meter dash, posting a time of 22.87 seconds, in addition to a third-place finish in the 100-meter dash in 11.40 seconds. Franzen’s time of 2:11.15 in the 800-meter run earned him a third-place finish as well.

Complete results will be available online at www.driftlessjournal.com.

Monday’s girls’ meet at New Hampton was cancelled due to impending weather so the Trojans won’t be on the track again until Thursday, April 20, when they travel to Kee for a 4:30 p.m. start.

Decorah wins big over Comets

Closing out a three-game week, the Decorah boys’ soccer team (3-1) picked up a convincing 7-0 win on the road over Charles City (1-7) Friday night.

The Vikings score two goals in the first half and padded its lead with five more in the second. In all, Decorah had 14 shots on goal with Aiden Burroughs putting two balls in goal for Decorah with Jake Magner, Lincoln Bishop, Benson Newhouse, Isaac Knaack and Franklin Lesmeister each contributing one apiece.

Standing in the goal for Decorah were Caleb Meyer and Garrison Grinna.

Decorah was at North Fayette Valley Monday, April 17, and will host New Hampton tonight (Tuesday, April 18) at 5 p.m. The Vikes have two more games this week as they are at

Waverly-Shell Rock Thursday, April 20, at 5 p.m., and host Clayton Ridge Friday, April 21, at 5 p.m.

Battling for control in a home match last week is Decorah’s Creed Monroe. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Becky Walz)

UIC dual Both South Winn squads came out on top of Clayton Ridge Thursday at Silver Springs Golf & Country Club on Thursday.

The boys tallied a 165 over the Eagles’ 185 and swept the medalist honors with 38s carded by freshman Braiden Todd and runner-up Carson Wenthold.

Jordan Baumler toured the course with a 43 while Carver Wenthold carded a 46. Also on the varsity scorecard for the Warriors were Matson Winings with a 47 and Jackson Goltz with a 54.

“This was an outstanding performance on a very tough day.

The wind was whipping pretty good, and the boys were able to come out and shoot a very low score. Braiden Todd has been playing well to start the season, but this was a truly incredible round considering the conditions. Of course, he was matched by Carson Wenthold,

who continues to lead the team with his play. We put a couple of new freshmen into the lineup today (Carver Wenthold and Matson Winings), and they both played well. Our depth is going to be strength all season long,” said SW boys’ coach Mike Wenthold.

In girls’ action, the Warriors won 215 to 247 over Clayton Ridge Thursday with Katrina Hageman taking home the top medalist honors with a 44.

Paige Jaster came through with a 52 while Julia Carnesi fired a 59. With identical 60s were Annie Ondrashek and Brooke Steffens with Aubrey Hageman rounding out the SW varsity line-sup with a 70.

Next up The Warrior golf teams played Monday, April 17 in a 9-hole event against MFL MarMac at Tri-City Golf Club in Luana. Tonight (Tuesday, April 18), South Winn will host the Winneshiek County Triangular with Decorah and Turkey Valley at South Winn Golf Course near Calmar at 4 p.m. Thursday, the Warriors will once again compete against the Trojans in a UIC dual meet at Silver Springs Golf Club in Ossian at 4 p.m.

SW sweeps medals in triangular with Vikes, Indians Following a week delay, the Decorah girls’ golf team finally got on the course Friday, while it was the Warriors’ third time touring a course in 2023. The two squads competed at Waukon with South Winn having the top team score with 240, followed by the Vikes’ 250 and Waukon 272.

South Winn also swept the medals with Katrina Hageman as the top golfer of the meet with a 52 on the par-38 course, followed by teammate Paige Jaster who carded a 58. Other Warriors counting included Julia Carnesi who fashioned a 64 and Aubrey Hageman with a 66. Also, on the course for the Red and White were Bailee Frana (68) and Avery Luzum (71).

For Decorah it was Hope Stahl, Elora Schnitzler and Sophia Fahey leading the way all with 61s on the course. Coming through with a 67 to complete the Viking scorecard was Olivia Brynsaas. Touring the course with a 74 on the varsity score-

Katrina Hageman (left) and Paige Jaster went 1-2 for medalist honors at Waukon Friday in a triangular with Decorah. (Photo courtesy of Karla Hageman) card was Drew Zwart, while Ella Carlson tallied an 82.

Decorah will be on the greens at South Winn Golf and Country Club near Calmar Tuesday, April 18, for the Winneshiek County showdown with the Warriors and Turkey Valley at 4 p.m., and Thursday, April 20, the Vikes are at Winona Senior at 2 p.m.

Experience leading the way for Viking netters With the season already under way, it is clear that the experience of the Decorah girls tennis team will be the key to successful run in the 2023 postseason with the Vikes already 4-2 in duals.

Taking the reins for her inaugural season is Amanda Huinker, who is just the second coach in the program’s history, with assistants Reg Laursen, Phil Yee, Kristy Schilling and Annika Krieg.

Talent on the court In many ways this is a rebuilding year for Decorah girls tennis with a combination of new, young players and returning varsity/letter winners.

Huinker has four athletes back with a letter who are leading the way. Returners include senior Annalise Skrade (9-5 singles mark, 17-4 in doubles) who teamed up with Mara Holland last season to finish third in Class 1A doubles action. Also returning are Haley Gossman (8-0 singles, 11-1 doubles), Evon Leitz (13-4 singles, 12-4 doubles) and Jenna Hartz (9-9 singles, 5-2 doubles).

They are joined by juniors Annika Grinna and Corina Timm; sophomores Camryn Holland, Klaara Short and Jaidyn Duvel; and freshmen Olivia Huinker, Mara Branum, Kaitlyn Bjork and Addison Maki.

“The girls have been working hard in practice; they have committed to conditioning and practicing with a variety

Members of the 2023 Decorah girls’ tennis team includes (front, l-r) Coach Phil Yee, Coach Kristy Schilling, Kaitlyn Bjork, Klaara Short, Jenna Hartz, Evon Leitz, Annalise Skrade, Alynne Brandel, Gwen Thompson, Corina Timm, Alina Tallier, Coach Annika Krieg, Coach Reg Laursen; (middle row) Camryn Holland, Liz Pritchard, Lizzy Andrusishin, Addison Maki, Dylin Thompson, Olivia Huinker, Jaidyn Duvel, Lexy Walker, Bethany Hanson, Grace Huinker, Head Coach Amanda Huinker; (back row) Grace Stockman, Myla Leitz, Hazel Quam, Emma Cline, Willow Shroyer, McKinley Massman, Braunwyn Darrington, Rylee Averhoff, Anika Grinna, Addison Wicklund, Brenna Parker, Mara Branum and Isis Timm. Not pictured is Haley Gossman. (Photo courtesy of Tami Bohr)

of teammates at their hitting level in the understanding that we must work together to be successful. Our seniors and returning varsity/upper JV players have shown great leadership in practice by modeling a solid work ethic, support and encouragement of teammates and positivity. Our experienced varsity players have been emotionally and verbally supportive of and encouraging to their new varsity teammates. Our younger players have an incredible amount of athleticism, and this combined with their competitiveness and growing love for the sport of tennis is awesome to see — we

have so much potential, and I am so excited to work with these girls and watch them grow!” said the first-year coach.

“We are a young team. While we do have returning letter winners/varsity players, our line-up does include many new faces and girls who haven’t had the same on-court experiences that their opponents will have,” noted Coach Huinker. “It goes without saying that the girls are adjusting to me and my leadership and coaching style, but they also have the consistency of returning assistant coaches Reg Laursen, Kristy Shilling and Phil Yee and benefit from the positive energy

of our newest assistant coach (and former Decorah player) Annika Krieg. I am so thankful I have such an amazing group of coaches surrounding me and the girls.”

Decorah girls’ tennis schedule April 20 vs. Union, 4:30 p.m.

April 22 at Clinton tnmt., 9 a.m.

April 25 vs. AplingtonParkersburg (in Denver), 4:30 p.m.

April 29 at Conference tnmt. (in Waverly), 9 a.m.

May 2 vs. Waverly-Shell Rock, 4:30 p.m.

May 8 vs. Independence, 4:30 p.m.

May 10 at Regional (TBA), 9 a.m.

Decorah senior Daniel Skrade went 3-0 to conclude last week in singles matches for the Vikings. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Becky Walz)

Busy end to week for netters

Three meets in two days led to some tired legs for the Decorah boys tennis team who competed against Clear Lake Thursday morning, Mason City Thursday afternoon and Aplington-Parkersburg Friday afternoon.

The Vikes prevailed 9-0 against an experienced Clear Lake squad that played numerous very tough sets before Decorah adjusted to the very windy conditions and turned up the pressure.

In the afternoon Decorah to back to Class 2A No.7 Mason City who played Waverly-Shell Rock in the morning. Again, the wind was very tough, but Daniel Skrade led the charge coming out focused and aggressive against an opponent and team that has given him fits in the past, prevailing 6-2 and 6-3. Caden Branum followed his lead winning 6-3, 6-2. Liam Chamberlain and Michael Njus both lost close ones. Doubles was an up and down affair with close matches all around and two three-setters. In the end the team of Branum and Aidan Nalean-Carlson prevailed leaving Decorah with a very close 3-6 team defeat.

“A few points here and there affected these matches and caused momentum swings, but I’m confident this is the type of action that will make us stronger. I told Liam he won’t lose that third set next time after this experience,” said Coach Anderson.

Friday Decorah was back on the court with very short rest, tired legs, sun burnt faces and frankly a bit tired of the wind, traveled to Aplington-Parkersburg for an important meet against a quality Class 1A team which will certainly have effects on future state events. Again, it was windy and hot, but the Vikings fought through it all and prevailed 9-0. Many of the matches were hard fought, close and some went the distance.

No. three Landon Baker injured his right arm, but got it taped and fought out a hard three-setter and then teamed up with Daniel Skrade for an impressive doubles match.

Coach Anderson was impressed with the aggressive play style and willingness to adapt as their opponents tried everything they could to gain control.

“I don’t normally award a

player of the day, but in this case, the team and I give kudos to Landon for fighting through an injury, staying positive and leading by example,” said Coach Anderson.

Decorah hosted Onalaska (Wis.) Monday and will be at home again today (Tuesday, April 18) versus Winona Senior (Minn.) at 4:30 p.m. The Vikes will play Waverly-Shell Rock and Boone Thursday, April 20, in Waverly at 2 p.m., then go to Winona Senior Friday, April 21, for a 4:30 p.m. meet.

Decorah 9, Clear Lake 0 Singles: No. 1 Caden Branum (Dec) defeated Ben Loge (CL) 6-2, 6-2; No. 2 Daniel Skrade (Dec) defeated Cabot Neuberger (CL) 6-4, 6-1; No. 3 Landon Baker (Dec) defeated Justin Kerr (CL) 6-0, 6-1; No. 4 Liam Chamberlain (Dec) defeated Branden Kuhlmeier (CL) 6-0, 6-0; No. 5 Aidan NaleanCarlson (Dec) defeated Nick Brcka (CL) 6-3, 6-2; No. 6 Michael Njus (Dec) defeated Levi Reynolds (CL) 6-1, 6-1 Doubles: No. 1 Skrade/Baker (Dec) defeated Loge/Neuberger (CL) 6-2, 6-2; No. 2 Branum/ Nalean-Carlson (Dec) defeated Kerr/Kuhlmeier (CL) 6-0, 6-2; No. 3 Chamberlain/Gabriel Hiner (Dec) defeated Brcka/Leif Ludberg (CL) 6-0, 6-0 Decorah 3, Mason City 6 Singles: No. 1 Caden Branum (Dec) defeated Reed Kruger, 6-4, 6-2; No. 3 Landon Baker (Dec) lost to Sander Tompkins (MC) 6-0, 6-1; No. 4 Liam Chamberlain (Dec) lost to Seth VandenBerg (MC) 7-5, 3-6, 1-0 (10-5); No. 5 Aidan NaleanCarlson (Dec) lost to Rylan Kuhn (MC) 6-2, 6-1; Michael Njus (Dec) lost to Trenton Kruger (MC) 6-3, 7-5 Doubles: No. 2 Branum/NaleanCarlson (Dec) defeated Tompkins/ VandenBerg (MC) 4-6, 6-3, 1-0 (104); No. 3 Chamberlain/Gabriel Hiner (Dec) lost to Kuhn/Zander Dickinson (MC) 4-6, 6-4, 1-0 (10-5) Decorah 9, AplingtonParkersburg 0 Singles: No. 1 Caden Branum (Dec) defeated Tate Neymeyer (AP) 6-2, 6-2; No. 2 Daniel Skrade (Dec) defeated Adam Maske (AP) 6-1, 6-1; No. 3 Landon Baker (Dec) defeated Grant Wedeking (A-P) 7-5, 3-6, 1-0 (10-8); No. 4 Liam Chamberlain (Dec) defeated Keegan Bolhuis (A-P) 6-4, 4-6, 1-0 (10-7); No. 5 Aidan Nalean-Carlson (Dec) defeated Gabe Jacobson (A-P) 6-2, 6-1; No. 6 Michael Njus (Dec) defeated Tommy Janssen (AP) 6-4, 6-1 Doubles: No. 1 Skrade/Baker (Dec) defeated Maske/Wedeking (A-P) 6-4, 6-3; No. 2 Branum/ Nalean-Carlson (Dec) defeated Neymeyer/Jacobson (A-P) 6-2, 6-2; No. 3 Chamberlain/Gabriel Hiner (Dec) defeated Bolhuis/Janssen (AP) 6-1, 6-0

Viking netters top Oelwein

A small group of the Decorah girls’ tennis team traveled to Oelwein for a dual meet Friday and with Oelwein’s small team meant the Vikes were already ahead 5-0 going into the match.

Victories by Evon Leitz at No. 1 singles, Mara Branum at No. 2 singles and Corina Timm at No. 3 singles put the Vikes up 8-0 going into doubles. Anika Grinna and Kaitlyn Bjork partnered at No. 1 doubles and battled to a 9-7 victory after getting down 7-5. Their victory secured a 9-0 win for the team.

Kaitlyn Bjork, Anika Grina, and Addie Maki were able to play exhibition matches against the three available Oelwein players; each came away victorious.

Decorah is at Osage Tuesday, April 18, then hosts Union

Thursday, April 20. Both matches are set to begin at 4:30 p.m.

Decorah 9, Oelwein 0 Singles: No. 1 Evon Leitz (Dec) defeated Kendra Rechkemmer (Oel) 8-1; No. 2 Mara Branum (Dec) defeated Mackenzie Palmer (Oel) 8-0; No. 3 Corina Timm (Dec) defeated Rylee Lamphier (Oel) 8-0; No. 4 Kaitlyn Bjork (Dec) won by forfeit over Cheyenne Cook (Oel); No. 4 Anika Grina (Dec) won by forfeit over Emma Schulmeister (Oel); No. 6 Addison Maki (Dec) won by forfeit Doubles: No. 1 Grinna/Bjork (Dec) defeated Rechkemmer/ Palmer (Oel) 9-7; No. 2 Maki/Dylin Thompson (Dec) won by forfeit over Cook/Lamphier (Oel); No. 3 Timm/ Mara Branum won by forfeit.

Exhibition matches: Kaitlyn Bjork (Dec) defeated Kendra Rechkemmer (Oel) 8-2; Anika Grina (Dec) defeated Mackenzie Palmer (Oel) 8-3; Addie Maki (Dec) defeated Rylee Lamphier (Oel) 8-0

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The new home of Ryan and Sarah Fowler of rural Decorah features an open-concept living space for casual family living and easy entertaining. The main level of the home features a modern, stacked stone statement fireplace, plenty of windows, striking beach-inspired tile accents and a large sunroom boasting plenty of natural light and cozy furnishings. The Fowlers are pictured behind the vintage bar in the lower-level family room. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Roz Weis)

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The Fowlers’ love for the tropics is expressed in the tile work in the open-concept kitchen.

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a massive, statement fireplace.

The stacked stone, floor-toceiling, double-sided fireplace is the centerpiece of the home.

The fire can be viewed from the living room on one side, and from the dining room on the other.

The Fowlers’ home also features a spacious, open-air kitchen, five bedrooms, 3-½ bathrooms and an inviting lower-level bar area. The lower level’s electric stacked stone fireplace in another inviting feature. An area in the lower level was cut out to make room for the vintage bar from Ryan’s childhood home.

The home’s site has a natural slope, and the lower level was designed as above-grade on the side.

Another highlight feature of the home are the two prominent deck areas on the main level, boasting two distinctive features. An east-facing door off their spacious sunroom opens to a deck for enjoying the morning sunlight; and the other door of the sunroom leads to the west-facing deck for embracing the evening sunsets.

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Inspiration for the color palette of the home were Driftless-inspired prints the couple purchased at Decorah Hatchery and had framed at Perfect Edge in Decorah. Subtle hints of blue and coastal tones are prominent throughout the home.

The couple’s love for the tropics also is expressed through the tile work above the kitchen stove and the tile flooring in the sunroom.

The home has a cohesive look and easily flows from one space to the next.

The Fowlers said they couldn’t be happier with the local contractors involved in the construction and decorating phase of the project. Their vendors were dedicated to attention-to-detail and fine craftsmanship.

“We were lucky to have such good help,” they agreed.

The couple credits the following Driftless area suppliers: Shawn Saltou for the home design; Duwayne Whalen who rebuilt the old cornfield driveway; Shawver Well for the new 308-foot well; Dan O’Brien, the builder; Ridgeway Lumber for the smart siding, Trex decks, verticle cable deck railings with LED lighting and the Malarkey roof shingles; Bruening Rock; Hubka Construction for the basement, garage floor with drains, stamped concrete entry sidewalk, stamped concrete patios and firepit and the retaining walls; Christopher Construction for the driveway, water drainage/grading, septic system and driveway; Casper Heating and Plumbing for the heater and air conditioning, heated garage, plumbing fixtures, steam shower, tub, shower and installation of oven vent; Dan Polashek for the installation of the Acacia hardwood flooring, porcelain tile flooring, basement luxury vinyl plank flooring, porcelain tile in steam shower, quartz shower bench and quartz shower trim and window trim; K& M Glass for steam shower glass/door/transom; Decorah

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Background A native of the area, Sarah is the daughter of Wayne and Pam

Wicks of rural Decorah. Returning close to her roots was important for Sarah, who is a registered nurse with Howard County Regional Health Services of Cresco. Ryan, a Cedar Rapids area native, has an insurance agency in Cedar Rapids.

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His love of the outdoors made the move to Decorah an easy choice.

Their new home fits the family’s desire for wide-open spaces for family gatherings and relaxed time at home.

Peruvian Daffodils

By Marlene Fenstermann Winneshiek County Master Gardener Perhaps it was a warm summer evening in July 1999 when this writer attended a Saturday night Foot Notes folk dance at the Highlandville two-room schoolhouse, where my older friend Mrs. K. from Decorah taught school years ago. She was busy with those early rooming chores of getting the furnace going so the school chil-

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The guest bath at the Fowler residence features plenty of good vanity lighting, granite countertops and porcelain tile flooring. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Roz Weis)

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by Marlene Fenstermann) man, whose dancing would be briefly stopped so he could dutifully sprinkle sawdust on the floor to make dancing more desirable, approached me and asked for me to go outside with him. Not knowing him well, but I had observed him as an admirable dancer and caretaker of the dance floor, I proceeded down the school steps and into the rather dark evening. He showed me his old ‘59 Ford, opened the trunk and proceeded to give me a small brown paper bag! Yes, he told me it held a bulb and I was to plant it. After blooming, it would have to be dug up, dried and saved from the winter freezing by storing it inside. It was a Peruvian Daffodil (Hymenocullis festalis).

That spring I planted it along with the Calla Lily bulbs that I had inherited from my mother when she was admitted to the Mabel Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in 1999 until she passed away in 2009. Since then I have planted the Peruvian bulbs for 21 years, which have gradually increased in number along with mother’s Calla Lilies, allowing me to share bulbs with friends.

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Chris Grindland smiles as the Peterson, Minn., Barefoot Park and Trail take shape.

Frugal and fun, the features of the trail include many found and repurposed items, including wilderness-themed pavers, the winding tree trail and much more. Easily accessible off the bike trail, Chris notes it will be very beneficial for the feet of bikers who need a break from their hard biking shoes. Various textures await the feet and toes for a European-inspired outdoor experience. Grindland hopes the park will inspire more throughout the Driftless Region. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Kate Klimesh)

By Kate Klimesh As spring slowly creeps north, the grass gets greener and the outdoors beckons the winter-weary Driftless Region resident, the town of Peterson, Minn., has been busy preparing a unique and tangible outdoor experience unlike any other.

Peterson City Clerk Chris Grindland has utilized his spare time last fall and this spring to create a public park space that hearkens to a beloved family-friendly experience when he was stationed overseas.

“I was in the Air Force for 20 years and lived in Germany for many years. The kids loved to go to these barefoot trails – you’d put your shoes in a locker when you arrived and you have this park and trails,” Grindland reported.

“There were several all across Germany and Europe and you’d have to pay – they were like an amusement park in the states.

There’d be families and people of all ages waiting in line for certain features, and just enjoying being outside. And each one was a bit different, with different features, terrain or materials, but they were all a neat experience.”

So, when the City of Peterson bought back the old Rushford-Peterson Middle School football field, discussion began on how to develop that into a community feature. Grindland spoke up. “The council was talking about putting in more playground equipment – but that always costs so much to purchase, so I just suggested putting in a Barefoot Park like we [Grindlands] had been missing.

Because I knew there was nothing like this around here. And, this area is a bit like Europe, with all the tiny little villages just so far from each other.”

Located just off the bike trail in Peterson, the Barefoot Park trail begins and runs adjacent to the bike trail before descending into the field, where various features have already been put into place, and following the perimeter of the ball field. Cubbies for shoe storage will be built off a nearby picnic shelter.

In the best possible sense of reduce, reuse and recycle, the Barefoot Park and trail does not need a lot of high cost equipment or specialty installation.

“It’s a blast putting it together too,” noted Grindland, “We started simple with one part next to the bike trail. I’m doing most of this myself and do it as much as time permits and for free as much as possible.”

He was driving through town and saw discarded pavers he could use (now installed beside the bike trail with different animal tracks painted on each paver). In fall 2022, a large white oak tree was cut down nearby, so Grindland asked for the tree, cut it into stumps and lined them up in a fun multi-height pathway to tickle the barefoot trail-

ers. There are even nine spots in the campground nearby to take time and make a weekend of the park and trail.

The old concrete culvert that was replaced in town will be a future obstacle and feature of the trail, along with old rocks from a foundation replaced on

a nearby Peterson barn owned by council person Gail Barnard-Boyum. The options for various textures are almost limitless, and with Grindland’s keen eye for free materials and a passion for designing the trail, the project has a great start, but will continue to be a work in

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Look around to find ideas to build your own version of a Barefoot Park in your space. Grindland reported there are distinct health benefits to utilizing a barefoot park or trail, including using different muscles than when shoed.

According to Footfiles.com website, “Walking barefoot, sometimes called earthing, is the process of walking on natural substances like grass, sand and mud. Not only does walking and engaging in light athletic activities with bare soles increase circulation and help strengthen foot and leg muscles, it is said that when the feet come into direct contact with the electrons present on the Earth’s surface, the electrons can influence the body’s bioelectrical process, thereby decreasing stress and increasing overall wellness.

Additionally, many podiatrists and foot experts agree that wearing shoes can actually be detrimental to foot health and cause foot problems and deformities like Achilles tendonitis, bunions, calluses, corns, gait problems, hammertoes and flat feet. The reason is because shoes interfere with a person’s natural way of walking, running and jumping, and the muscles in the feet and legs actually weaken and begin depending on shoes for strength and support.

Going barefoot helps train the muscles in the legs and feet to work as they were naturally intended to work rather than being dependent on shoes for support. And believe it or not, this can actually dramatically reduce back, knee and hip pain. walking barefoot on various types of surfaces can provide a (free!) stimulating massage for your feet.”

Other benefits listed include treatment of Sensory Processing Disorder, and the general beneficial mental and physical health effects of being in a natural, green space; lower risk of depression, faster psychological stress recovery, improved sleep quality, lower blood pressure, reduced cortisol levels and less muscle tension.

Author Christine Sine also offers encouragement for children going barefoot when possible, “The feet are the most nerve-rich parts of the human body, which means they contribute to the building of neurological pathways in the brain. Covering them in shoes, therefore, means we’re eliminating all kinds of opportunities for children’s brains to grow new neural connections.”

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The new concrete steps leading down to the field were installed last fall, and the alternating 40-foot compartments of pea gravel, alternated with compartments of dresser fine rock for a different feel, were also professionally installed.

They did order a balance beam and playground mushrooms to sit on to compliment the trail’s features, which will be installed after the site is prepped for their installation.

“This area was a bit overgrown with weeds, we cleaned it up last fall and ordered some trees, and hope to do some native planting and landscaping to add to the park and trail. There’s no master plan but having had the experience with so many in Europe definitely helps.

We just make it out of natural materials and run with other materials as they are available. I’m a DIY type of person and got a good taste remodeling my childhood home I bought from my parents. Now, we’re raising our family there.”

Grindland moved back to his hometown of Peterson in 2016. He retired from the Air Force in 2014 and tried living in Denver, Colo., but it just wasn’t home. He took the Peterson City Clerk position in 2018.

“I do hope it catches on and people use it, and I hope other towns look to putting their own Barefoot Parks and trails in and we can tour the various layouts and plans across the Driftless and enjoy being outside. I know I’m looking forward to the weather warming up so we can get more done here so there’s more to experience too.”

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