Bison Fest

In honor of National Bison Day, come visit our bison herd out and learn more about this magnificent species and the conservation efforts that help protect them.

Swing for fun, family-friendly activities, including:

Botna Bend’s live bison herd
Atlatl throwing
Bison wool spinning
Flint knapping
Hay rack rides
Bison artifacts
Food by the Feed Trough
Crafts
Fossils
Learn about the symbiotic relationship between bison and the prairie with the Nature Conservancy
Music by Ron Cisar
Video presentations on the Joy Creek Major archaeological site & Coralville Lake's Devonian Fossil Gorge
This event is free with a $3 park entry fee or an annual permit and will be held Rain or Shine. We'll see you there!