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The Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji FoundationWhat do bike trails, an art center, and (several!) clean water projects have in common? A group of locals who rolled up their sleeves four decades ago.Explore some of our favorite community projects supported by the Foundation on our blog.Follow The Okoboji Project on Instagram and FacebookSign up for our weekly newsletter and never miss an episode of The Okoboji Project!Love Okoboji? So do we. Visit The Okoboji Foundation’s website and follow them on Facebook to see how locals and lake lovers are making a difference—toge...2025-04-3033 minThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji StoreFor over a century, one lakeside store has stood at the crossroads of East and West Lake Okoboji. In this episode, we trace the history of The Okoboji Store, the families whose stories are built into its walls, and what it reveals about how this place has changed—and what’s stayed the same.Explore photos from every era of The Okoboji Store on our blog.Sign up for our weekly newsletter and never miss an episode of The Okoboji Project!Visit The Okoboji Store this summer! And follow them on Instagram and Face...2025-04-1642 minJulie Gammack\'s Iowa PotluckJulie Gammack's Iowa PotluckToday's Zoom Link (Open Show), a video featuring Rep. Helen Miller, and Peter Hedges will come to OkobojiNew Subscribers: On Mondays, we hold a Zoom call from noon to 1 p.m. Central Time. Sometimes, we have an interesting person to interview, and today YOU are that featured guest. What’s it like to be YOU these days? Event Summary: Honoring Helen Miller and Her Memoir, I Don’t SwimFormer Iowa Representative Helen Miller was celebrated in a warm, packed-room gathering, co-hosted by me, with Rekha Basu, who encouraged (I nagged) Miller to write her memoir. The event was filled with humor, candor, and powerful reflections on race, resilience, and publ...2025-04-1453 minJulie Gammack\'s Iowa PotluckJulie Gammack's Iowa PotluckLive with Julie Gammack and the University of Okoboji founderToday, I entered the Three Sons Clothing Store in Milford, Iowa, to meet the creators and founders of the University of Okoboji. We were lucky to nab Herman Richter, one of the original ‘three sons’, and his son, Matt, in this surprise LIVE visit. Herman is an original fixture in this store as much as the floor boards and rickety steps. Defying all retail convention, the store remains unchanged since long before Vineyard Vines, a preppy brand they carry, was established in 1998."And, it hasn’t changed in the decades since my dad first...2025-03-0831 minTuesdays with Tim’s PodcastTuesdays with Tim’s PodcastCarrie Talking About The Okoboji Wellness Center🎙️ New Episode Alert! Tuesdays w/Tim Podcast - Serving Health   https://bit.ly/TwT_Carrie_Meyer    Join Executive Director Tim Siegel as he talks with Carrie Meyer: Carrie and her husband, Dr. Bradley Meyer, founded the Okoboji Wellness Center in Okoboji, Iowa.   🔦Highlights:   About The Clinic: Learn about the clinic and its mission. Treatment: Learn more about what treatments Okoboji Wellness Center provides.   Where The Idea Came From: Learn more about why Carrie and Dr. Meyer decided to open a clini...2025-02-1113 minThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji ProjectYour Questions, Answered + MAJOR Okoboji Project Updates!The biggest question... WHEN IS SEASON 2 COMING? We got answers to that and plenty more!+ Support us on Patreon to hear bonus Okoboji Project stories.+ Explore our website.+ Sign up for our weekly newsletter and never miss an episode of The Okoboji Project!Guests: Co-Creators Ryan Maris + Emma Myhre2024-09-1322 minPaddle N\' FinPaddle N' FinS4Ep035 - TPO Dock Talk - LIVE with the AAKS Okoboji Top FinishersJoin us live as we catch up with the top placing anglers of this last weekends, All American Kayak Series event. Powered by ZPRO Lithium, the AAKS went to Lake Okoboji, IA! Hosted by Lake Okoboji Resort, this event and the anglers showed out with some amazing stringers. Join us as we catch up with them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-05-2750 minThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji ProjectThe University of OkobojiHow a mythical university brought a community together… and funded essential services for The Iowa Great Lakes.Explore more photos and stories from The University of Okoboji on our website.Supporting us on Patreon to hear bonus Okoboji Project stories.Sign up for our weekly newsletter and never miss an episode of The Okoboji Project! Guests: Emil Richter and Matt Richter from The Three Sons.Follow updates from the store that started it all on Facebook and Instagram.2024-05-0125 minThe Okoboji ProjectThe Okoboji ProjectWelcome to The Okoboji Project!Why do hundreds of thousands of people flock to a little town in northwest Iowa every summer? The Okoboji Project sits down with historians, story-ellers, and local legends to uncover the rich history of The Iowa Great Lakes.Subscribe to The Okoboji Project newsletter to see bonus content from Okoboji's storied history.2024-04-1801 minJulie Gammack\'s Iowa PotluckJulie Gammack's Iowa PotluckShhh...the best kept secret on Lake OkobojiAUGUST 18: OKOBOJI, IAOne month from today, over 250 writers will converge on a part of the Iowa Great Lakes area few know exists. The Lakeside Labs consists of 147 acres of natural land developers would love to get their hands upon, but thanks to the foresight of the original benefactors and contemporary community leaders, the property owned by the Iowa Board of Regents remains in the public domain.This is a very good thing, as you will come to understand and appreciate when you listen to this hour-long conversation with the director, Dr. Mary Skopec. 2023-08-1856 minA Good Miss - Beyond the GreenA Good Miss - Beyond the GreenLOST - The Story of the Iowa Great Lakes Oldest Golf Course, The West Okoboji Golf & Country ClubSend us a textJoin Nick at Charlie as they welcome Derek from Sioux Links Golfers Guide. Derek drove down to Okoboji to explore the Lost Links of the West Okoboji Golf and Country Club. Founded in 1917 the West Okoboji Golf and Country Club was one of the most prestigious clubs in Northwest Iowa in the early 1900's cut short by fire, financial troubles, and a brewing World War.The guys talk about the founding of the course, events played, and the eventual downfall of the golf course.Please bear with u...2023-08-0153 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiWhen Will The Car Drop?Rebecca visits with Kathy & Melanie from the Iowa Great Lakes Rotary Club to learn more about their annual car drop that raises money for the community & predicts when spring will REALLY arrive in Okoboji! You can get in on the fun by visiting www.iowagreatlakesrotary.org2023-02-0820 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiChatting with the Winter Games Co-Chairs!Rebecca visits with Winter Games Chair, Michael Meyers & Co-Chair, Rachel Fandel, to get an inside scoop on the 43rd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games taking place January 26-29. Learn more about this community event at uofowintergames.com.2023-01-2523 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiWinter Games Preview!Rebecca & Stacy preview the events & activities of the 43rd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games taking place January 26-29, 20232023-01-1327 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiHoliday Happenings in OkobojiRebecca & Laurie preview the holiday events coming up this season in Okoboji!2022-11-1727 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiAutumn in Okoboji!Rebecca & Laurie share their recent autumn Okoboji adventures!2022-10-0428 minFish n Tips with BetsyFish n Tips with BetsySpring fishing bluegill on West Lake Okoboji w/ long time fishing guide John Grosvenor, Lake Okoboji FishingLong time guide John Grosvenor shares his knowledge of West Lake Okoboji bluegill fishing and a few other species.  John dials in on some tips to catch fish.  John knows people want to catch fish when they come on the boat that’s why he targets bluegill in the spring.  These bluegill start to become active in May after the ice goes out and the water starts to warm up.   John targets this sometimes finicky bluegill by never going over top of them and fishing them with casting bobbers.  John touches on how clear the water is on West...2022-09-0141 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiApples & Flowers - A Dream Afternoon!Rebecca & Laurie visit Little Sioux Orchard & Little Sioux Stems to learn more about the great farm-to-home experiences you can have in Okoboji!2022-08-3027 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiFamily Reunions in Okoboji!Rebecca & Laurie share helpful tips on planning & family reunion in Okoboji based on their own recent family get-togethers!2022-07-2725 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiSummer So Far!Rebecca & Laurie share their highlights so far of summer 2022 in Okoboji, Iowa & what they’re looking forward to most for the 2nd half of summer.2022-07-1819 minNew Books in AnthropologyNew Books in AnthropologyEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town.The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, is a native of Ok...2022-06-2433 minNew Books in Public PolicyNew Books in Public PolicyEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town.The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, is a...2022-06-2433 minNew Books in American PoliticsNew Books in American PoliticsEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town.The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, is a...2022-06-2433 minNew Books In Public HealthNew Books In Public HealthEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: Covid, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town.The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, is a...2022-06-2433 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiKayaking the Canals!Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure kayaking through the Wahpeton canals on the west side of West Lake Okoboji between Emerson Bay and Miller’s Bay.2022-06-2118 minNew Books In Public HealthNew Books In Public HealthEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: COVID, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: COVID, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town. The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, grew up in O...2022-05-2331 minNew Books in MedicineNew Books in MedicineEmily Mendenhall, "Unmasked: COVID, Community, and the Case of Okoboji" (Vanderbilt UP, 2022)Unmasked: COVID, Community, and the Case of Okoboji (Vanderbilt UP, 2022) is the story of what happened in Okoboji, a small Iowan tourist town, when a collective turn from the coronavirus to the economy occurred in the COVID summer of 2020. State political failures, local negotiations among political and public health leaders, and community (dis)belief about the virus resulted in Okoboji being declared a hotspot just before the Independence Day weekend, when an influx of half a million people visit the town. The story is both personal and political. Author Emily Mendenhall, an anthropologist at Georgetown University, grew up in O...2022-05-2331 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiSunday Brunch!Rebecca, Sara & Mary tell you about their recent Sunday Brunch experience at Minerva’s in Okoboji!2022-05-1709 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #511 Okoboji Sports and Collectibles - Ryan SchmidtIt doesn’t matter what team you prefer Vikings vs Packers, Iowa or Iowa State or if you’re just a diehard collectible fan – Ryan Schmidt has Okoboji Sports and CollectiblesAt Kemna Okoboji Motorcars/AutoSmart and is ready to TRADE! Sports Cards, Autographs and anything tradable will be on the table for the 1st Trade Night on Sat. March 26th. Ryan also is ready to go with a monthly event with new inventory on a large selection of teams arriving daily. He also reveals the Card he would never part with?YouTube video at https...2022-03-1507 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiOkoboji 100 snowmobile Race!Rebecca & guest co-host Diane tell about their Okoboji 100 snowmobile race experience.2022-01-2515 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #479 Women of Action - Steph Parks- Okoboji 100Snow's coming!! Better have a snowmobile event! Stephanie Parks, our Woman of Action this week, along with the Dickinson County Snowhawks is busy organizing the "Okoboji 100". Steph has the details on the race that begins at it's host - Parks Marina and promises a great spectacal around East Lake Okoboji.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/0HXZoz8b1XY2022-01-1314 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiA Year of Adventures in Okoboji!Rebecca & Laurie reminisce about a fun year of adventures!2021-12-2931 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiOkoboji Shopping!Rebecca and Laurie tell you about their latest adventure, shopping in Okoboji!2021-11-1736 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiInspired by Antiques!Rebecca & Laurie talk about their latest adventure, antiquing in Okoboji! There are so many shops to visit that they needed more time to see it all!2021-10-2732 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #426 Okoboji History with Jonathan Reed -Early Okoboji Photography of LF WilliamzLF Williamz was a photographic pioneer in the early days of Okoboji tourism. Not only he capture the moments of history around 100 years ago, he used his craft to create postcards for early lake visitors to take home and share on a place called Okoboji. Historian/Author Jonathan Reed also points out LF Williams was a first to use a wide angle lens to show vivid views of landmarks we still know and incorporated the earliest shots of Okoboji from the air...in what's known as an AEROPLANE.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/6J2OYAfWzoo2021-10-2013 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiArtists in Training!Rebecca & guest co-host Danielle talk about an oil painting class the recently took at the Pearson Lakes Art Center. They also discuss the local Okoboji art scene. Learn more about Danielle’s artwork at https://danielleclousegast.com2021-10-2034 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #410 University of Okoboji OktoberfestPROST! The University of Okoboji Oktoberfest and Bike Ride begin tomorrow! Kiley Zankowski of the Okoboji Chamber has details on all your fave's like hammerschlagen, keg toss, stein holding, bean bag toss and all day music to keep the family entertained after the Bike Ride. Ich bin ein Okobojian!YouTube video at https://youtu.be/9INtIv5Q3vA2021-09-2408 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiBurning So Many Calories!Rebecca & Laurie talk about their recent e-bike tour around West Lake Okoboji and upcoming events!2021-08-1832 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #381 John Barrow of the Okoboji Summer Theatre AssociationSupporting the students of the Okoboji Summer Theatre for 63 years goes much deeper than you know. John Barrow, President of the Okoboji Summer Theatre Association tells us how they host social events for the students & staff, provide gift bags & Boji information from our area businesses, maintain the grounds and much much more. Listen to John's intriguing history (Grinnell College performed here before Stephens...I had no idea) And how you can make a huge difference by supporting the OSTA.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/bM4zcYgjG282021-08-0516 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #382 First weekend in August in Okoboji with Kiley Zankowski of the Okoboji ChamberThe first weekend in August has beautiful weather but scorched with hot entertainment and events. Kiley Zankowski of the Iowa Great Lakes Chamber of Commerce has each one listed by days to keep it easy for you. Music, theatre, events and just good ol Okoboji casual fun!YouTube video at https://youtu.be/DWCxZEABgG42021-08-0411 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #377 The last weekend in July in Okoboji from the Iowa Great Lakes ChamberBlain Andera of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce has the complete story on all things Okoboji this last weekend in July. Including the Quasquicentennial celebration in Terril. It's Wooden Boat Shows, Vettes in the Park, Golf, Okoboji Summer Theatre and Live Music across the board. Plus an introduction to the newest member of staff at the Chamber.  If you need to know where and when it is.. The Chamber has your info!!!YouTube video at https://youtu.be/5S_t1sh0whg2021-07-3010 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiA Zen Way To Start The Day!Rebecca & Laure take an outdoor yoga class overlooking West Lake Okoboji!2021-07-2927 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #374 Ride to Sturgis Okoboji MotorsportsIf you can't get to Sturgis...Sturgis is coming to Okoboji next week. Okoboji Motorsports has set up a full day for biking enthusiasts or on their way to the biggest rally around. Tony Petersen and Ashley Werringa have been putting the tread to the pavement to make a full day from start to finish with visits from Jack Daniels and music just up the hill by Farm Rock at The Okoboji Barn.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/kgydt4s_j9M2021-07-2708 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiSide-Splitting TheatreRebecca & guest host, Laura visit the Okoboji Summer Theatre & review upcoming events!2021-07-2135 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #366 Mindy Gress of the Okoboji Foundation2020 was a tough year for area Non-Profits and the Okoboji Foundation currently has their "July Non Profit Challenge" on right now to lend a hand. It's your chance to help a cause near and dear to your heart, Foundation President Mindy Gress has ways you can donate and help. This Saturday they and Jensen Real Estate will be sponsoring Farmers Market in the Park and you can donate and find out more of the wonderful work the Okoboji Foundation has done over the years.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/Wxk113a_eeU2021-07-1908 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiBouncing Our Day Away!Rebecca & Laurie visit Bouncelandia, the world’s largest bounce house! They’ll also tell you about upcoming Okoboji area events.2021-07-1431 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #360 Okoboji Junior Tour and Okoboji Open at Brooks Golf ClubThe very name of Brooks Golf Club conjures up memories made on a premiere golf course. Paul Halpine joins us to chat about their "Okoboji Junior Tour" providing the nurturing future generations of golf with fundamentals and enthusiasm of young people just learning their game. And the upcoming Okoboji Open on August 8th with Dakota Tour players and proceeds to go towards our own Dickinson County Nature Center.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/mwPGb6y9hY82021-07-1210 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #357 What up in Okoboji July 9 - 11 Okoboji ChamberA weekend in July complete with BRASL, entertainment at Captain's, the Okoboji Store, the Barefoot and all around the Lakes. Kiley Zankowski of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce has the details on what's happening in Okoboji this weekend of July 9 - 11. YouTube video at https://youtu.be/7g7kZ6hmAU02021-07-0909 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiWe’re Basically Wind Experts Now!Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their sailing adventure through the Okoboji Sailing Center. You’ll also learn about upcoming Okoboji events!2021-06-3026 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #346 What's happening in Okoboji the last weekend of JuneFrom the return of the University of Okoboji Campus Cycling Classic, to Classic Cars in Spirit Lake and Disco Night at Arnolds Park Amusement Park, the last weekend of June is going to be a blowout according to Okoboji Chamber President/CEO Blain Andera. Live music from the Barefoot to Captains and everywhere in between. Start prepping for the 4th of July everyone!YouTube video at https://youtu.be/MwxnzJNk9Po2021-06-2509 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiIowa Palm TreesRebecca, Laurie & Riley tell you about their visit to the world famous Barefoot Bar in Okoboji & what upcoming events should be on your calendar!2021-06-2333 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #340 Preview to weekend in OkobojiComing to Okoboji this weekend for Father's Day and wondering how to make it memorable? Kiley Zankowski of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce has all the details for music, concerts, cruises and anything else that will make special memories in the Okoboji.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/wO-CLbMXvV42021-06-1807 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiPark Day: It’s So Pretty!Rebecca, Laurie, & Riley tell about their day at Arnold’s Park Amusement Park, and upcoming Okoboji events!2021-06-1633 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiWe Caught So Many Fish!Rebecca & Laurie went fishing & have quite a few tales to tell! You’ll also learn about upcoming events & fun in Okoboji this week!2021-06-0932 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #321 Youth in Philanthropy - Mindy Gress of the Okoboji FoundationThe future of Okoboji is secure through our phenomenal area youth!. 25 students from Okoboji, Spirit Lake & Lake Park schools were accepted into the Youth In Philanthropy program with the Okoboji Foundation. Working hard in monthly meetings...learning the needs of non profits & organizations in the Iowa Great Lakes and raising $48,000 to address the needs of our region. Foundation President, Mindy Gress is very proud of the work and dedication of these students and the impact they will have on Okoboji. YouTube video available at https://youtu.be/SUsSGuUNQTk2021-05-2011 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiLove-Love: Tennis & Okoboji!Rebecca & guest co-host Angelia play tennis at Speier Park in Okoboji!2021-05-1925 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiAn Extra Spring In Our Step!Rebecca & Laurie visit area parks including East Lake Park in Okoboji!2021-05-1229 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiKeep The Disc Level!Rebecca & Laurie learn to play disc golf at the Okoboji Gold Disc Golf Course. They also share a few tips they learned to help improve your game!2021-05-0527 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #293 Mission 22 from CrossFit Okoboji with Sasha GrahmShow some love to our Veterans.  CrossFit Okoboji is going that extra mile to  raise funds to raise awareness on the terrible surge in Veteran Suicides with Mission 22. Sasha Grahm joined me to encourage you to support CrossFit Okoboji as they are committed to doing 2,200 push ups in the month of April (that's 73 a day folks). Sasha explains how Mission 22 is aiding Veterans in a number of other ways.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/Vv24vLqvQ5c2021-04-0612 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiAx-cellent Adventure!Rebecca & Laurie learn ax throwing at The Throwing Post in Arnolds Park!2021-03-3125 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #287 Okoboji High School Principal Brian DowningWhat an amazing achievement for Okoboji High School Principal Brian Downing to be named 2021 Secondary Principal of the Year. But Mr. Downing is the first to recognize that this honor also is an accolade for the entire Okoboji High School staff, faculty, students and parents as part of a team effort as well as a wonderful representation of the Okoboji School District as a whole. It was an honor to speak with him on this award.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/gS2XI_bcOQ02021-03-2915 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #286 Dave Vonk Okoboji Elementary School PrincipalGreat educators ready for a whole new class of great students. Okoboji Elementary School Principal Dave Vonk is ready for two nights of introducing Kindergarten students and parents for next fall to the Okoboji School System. Plus the Okoboji School Board has committed to 5 Kindergarten Classes for next fall keeping the number of students in each classroom around 18.YouTube video available at https://youtu.be/2_WEsYmltOo2021-03-2511 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiHolding On For Dear LifeThis week Rebecca & Laurie tell you about their adventure trying aerial yoga!2021-03-2531 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #282 Okoboji Girls Basketball Coach John Adams Jr.Great people coaching great kids! Okoboji High School Girls Basketball Coach John Adams Jr. has been honored by being asked to coach in the Iowa Basketball Coaches Association Pizza Ranch All Stars game on Saturday, March 27th. John tells of the long route he's taken to return to his roots and coach a game he loves so much and the life lessons that have enhanced the lives of his players over the years.YouTube video available at https://youtu.be/oWlJTsiliLs2021-03-1915 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiSometimes The Simple Stuff Is So Hard For Me!This week Rebecca & Laurie visited Riddle Me That escape room!2021-03-1727 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiShe Was A Cuter Bee Than MeThis week Rebecca & Laurie visited the Dickinson County Nature Center to learn about pollinators!2021-03-1132 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiThis Is Like A Hug In A Glass!This week Rebecca & Laurie go on a craft brewery tour, and visit two local breweries in the Okoboji area!2021-03-0325 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiWe Wanted To Create Art!This week Rebecca & Laurie visited the Kurio Kastle Pottery Painting Palace to get creative!2021-02-2523 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #263 Paula Randen of the Okoboji BarnA century old barn you pass on Hiway 71 is quickly becoming a must visit. The Okoboji Barn's manager Paula Randen has revitalized and made this local treasure a great stop for an appetizer, burger and a bucket of beers, a perfect setting to watch your favorite sports team and is one of the top venues for weddings and receptions in the lakes region. Paula has bigger plans for the country feel planted right in the middle of the Iowa Great Lakes.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/FA8DZUZKUD02021-02-1914 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #260 Jon Pausley Okoboji Bible MinistriesGood people spreading great leadership. Okoboji Bible Conference Ministries began a monthly of "Lunch and Learns" in January. Executive Director Jon Pausley is excited about this Thursday's offering of "Empathy and Leadership" with speaker Simon Sinek. Jon has the details and a sneak peak to upcoming month's topics in the series. Additionally they are full steam ahead with planning of August's Okoboji Bible Conference and some extra concert news.YouTube video available at https://youtu.be/lzFAaJxJUcc2021-02-1610 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiIs That The First Mary Kay Car?Hear about Rebecca & Laurie's latest adventure exploring Okoboji Classic Cars in West Okoboji!2021-02-1028 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #256 Okoboji High School Girls Wrestling Coach Nate DauGreat schools encouraging new skills. Okoboji High School is a leader in Girls High School Wrestling...and growing. Coach Nate Dau takes us back to one girl asking about it, leading to an informational meeting and the rest is making High School sports history. What is the future? Will the program ever be sanctioned in the State of Iowa? Coach Dau takes a close look with us.Video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/U9Dfd2911VY2021-02-1022 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #253 Michael Meyers City of Okoboji Administrator on Lakeshore DriveLakeshore Drive in the city of Okoboji has long been a major thoroughfare along the lake as far back as our history goes. The city of Okoboji is making changes in an effort to keep the street as safe as possible for home owners, bikers, walkers and visitor. City Administrator Michael Meyers explains what will be happening and some upgrading to the street in the near future.video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/r75MCQPjF7s2021-02-0611 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #252 Okoboji Vintage Snowmobile Races with Chris DuncanThe Okoboji Vintage Snowmobile Racers are this weekend. Chris Duncan has all the details on vintage and classic sleds plus the purses for the winners. And a special Memorial Race for the very special Jerry Danbom will be the highlight of the day.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/98Ij3HH4eJI2021-02-0415 minVacation OkobojiVacation OkobojiThe Lake Was Filled With Winter Boats!Hear about Rebecca & guest co-host, Ali's adventures during the 41st Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games!2021-02-0428 minOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeOkoboji Broadcast with Jeff TheeEpisode #250 James Kunz and Linnea Lambert Okoboji Fine ArtsGreat schools raising dollars for our kids! James Kunz (Okoboji High School Instrumental Director) and Linnea Lambert from Okoboji Fine Arts joined me to talk about the 28 DAY CHALLENGE!! New uniforms are desperately needed for the Okoboji Music Programs and here is how you can help meet the challenge.YouTube video at https://youtu.be/bLq6kbaX55Y2021-02-0213 min