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Located next to the observation tower, this open air shelter features hiking trails, scenic views of the rolling countryside, and plenty of space for a medium-sized large gathering.

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🍎✨ Calling All Teachers! ✨🍎 School may be out, but 🍎✨ Calling All Teachers! ✨🍎
School may be out, but the fun is just beginning!

Join us for Elkhart County Parks' Second Annual Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, June 23, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM for a morning filled with nature, exploration, great food, and well-deserved appreciation.

🥞 Free Pancake Breakfast
🎁 Giveaways & Swag
🌳 Outdoor Adventures
🤝 Connect with Fellow Educators

Mark your calendars and get ready for a morning designed just for YOU!
📅 June 23, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Stay tuned for more exciting details!
#TeacherAppreciation #ElkhartCountyParks #TeachersRock #OutdoorLearning #ThankATeacher
Dogapalooza is tomorrow! Lots of doggy fun for yo Dogapalooza is tomorrow! 
Lots of doggy fun for you and your pup.

10am-2pm 
Ox Bow County Park
Free

Schedule of events here - https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/dogapalooza-5-9-26/
At Dogapalooza this Saturday, listen to the soulfu At Dogapalooza this Saturday, listen to the soulful tunes of acoustic, rockin' americana music by the Dawg Band.  They will be playing 12-2pm.

https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/dogapalooza-5-9-26/
This Saturday at Dogapalooza, join JellyBean & Fri This Saturday at Dogapalooza, join JellyBean & Friends with interactive games at 10:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.  Prizes will be awarded and you get to hang out with really cool pups!

https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/dogapalooza-5-9-26/
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Upcoming Events
The North American Beaver
6.05.2026 @ 8:00 PM Ox Bow
Streams of Power
6.05.2026 @ 10:00 AM Elkhart County Historical Museum
St. Joseph River Kayak Trip
6.06.2026 @ 9:00 AM Lookout Shelter
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