(Okoboji)– This year’s Battle of the Bartenders during the 45th annual University of Okoboji Winter Games was another huge success. In fact, the event, held at Parks Marina, raised $15,571 in one hour alone.
Over it’s 11 year history, Battle of the Bartenders has raised more than $115,000 for various charities.
More than 20 lakes area bars and restaurants competed in this year’s event. The top five winners each received a portion of the proceeds, which went toward their favorite charities. This year’s winners included Puff’s Lounge in first place, Johnny’s Pub in second, Snappers in third, Indian Hills Golf Club in fourth and Mainstreet Bar & Grill in fifth. The proceeds were split 40-30-15-10-5 to BV County Public Health & Home Care, Margarett Travaille Cancer Fund, Matti Banks Trust, Upper Des Moines, and the Lakes Regional Healthcare Diabetes Fund, respectively. All other charities received a $250 donation.
