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The park’s only enclosed shelter with electricity and modern restroom facilities. Hiking trails, athletic field, playground and volleyball court are nearby and foldable tables and chairs are provided. Two picnic tables and grills located on back deck. A wood burning stove provides warmth during cooler months. Ox Bow Haus is open to the public as a warming house December thru February.

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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/
Dogapalooza is this Saturday! 10am-2pm at Ox Bow C Dogapalooza is this Saturday!
10am-2pm
at Ox Bow County Park

- Humane Society of Elkhart County fundraiser run/walk
- Doggy vendors
- Food trucks
- Free face painting with Creative Face Painting by Diana
- Dog demos (tricks, dancing, K9)
- Live music by The Dawg Band
- Make-n-take dog toys & bandanas

https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/dogapalooza-5-9-26/
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Hidden in the newsletter was the leaf from our logo, and everyone who spotted it and sent in their entry was entered into a prize draw. 
๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to our lucky winner, Jody Miller! ๐ŸŽ‰
Jody will receive a beautiful WPA-style poster of the Elkhart County Park of her choiceโ€”perfect for bringing a little outdoor inspiration home.
Thank you to everyone who joined the hunt and shared your sightings with us. Stay tuned for the next Find the Leaf challenge coming this fall!
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So excited to announce that Jelly Bean, the origin So excited to announce that Jelly Bean, the original Canine Hooligan and 2025 International Trick Dog Champion will be joining us at Dogapalooza on May 9. 

Jelly Bean will present a demo at 12:30pm.  You won't want to miss it!

https://elkhartcountyparks.org/events/dogapalooza-5-9-26/
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Books & Boots
5.08.2026 @ 1:00 PM Ox Bow
Art In The Park
5.08.2026 @ 6:00 PM River Preserve
Feature Grain Day - Einkorn
5.09.2026 @ 11:00 AM Bonneyville Mill
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