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Local Projects Awarded Destination Iowa Grants

March 13, 2023 Steve Schwaller

(Des Moines)– Three entities in the region have been awarded grants through the Destination Iowa program.

The Dickinson County Conservation Board was awarded $3,500,000 to develop the new Sherwood Forest Park on the former site of the golf course at The Inn at Okoboji resort. The award represents 35% of the total project investment of a little more than $10 million.

The Pearson Lakes Art Center in Okoboji was awarded $185,000 for the Art Smart Children’s Interactive Gallery project. The award represents 25% of the total project investment of slightly more than $749,000.

The Osceola County Conservation Board was awarded $200,000 to expand the Willow Creek Campground. The award represents 40% of the total project investment of $500,000.