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Scenic picture of the Mississippi River from the top of a bluff

Iowisota

A nature-themed retreat and education center located in the Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa 

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About Iowisota

The name IOWISOTA is a combination of Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota. We are at the point where all three States meet, often called the “Driftless Area” due to its lack of glacial drift deposits. It is a special part of the Midwest… an area rich with water, forests, topography, and so much more. 

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Iowisota is nearly 200 acres of private forest that our family has stewarded for over 50 years. Our intent is to share this resource in a manner that enables visitors to develop a deeper understanding of the ecology of this landscape and a greater appreciation for the wonder of God’s creation.

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We host retreats and educational events, and welcome guests to stay in one of the four guest bedrooms or in the cabin. We (the Haugens) live on site year-round. 

Upcoming Events

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  • After the Hunt: Cooking with Venison
    After the Hunt: Cooking with Venison
    Sat, Jan 11
    Iowisota Retreat and Education Center
    After the Hunt: Cooking with Venison
    Jan 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
    Iowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USA
    We welcome guest expert Chris Gavin back to Iowisota on Saturday January 11th, 2025, to teach us how to prepare a variety of cuts of venison into tasty dishes, which we will taste-test at the end of the session. This hands-on Saturday program will run 10:00 am -1:30 pm. Cost per person is $50.
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