Clear Lake Tourism moves travel forward in Iowa CLEAR LAKE, IOWA (MAY 8, 2023) — In honor of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the Iowa Tourism Office recognized Clear Lake for moving Iowa’s economy forward by contributing to the state’s $9.4 billion tourism industry. Established in 1983, NTTW is an annual...
“This’ll be the day… you cache Clear Lake!” BY: RACHEL WUMKES Clear Lake Tourism is excited to announce our nomination of the People’s Choice Awards by the Iowa Geocachers Organization. They will host this fun awards ceremony at the Lakeview Room in Clear Lake on April 30, 2023. This event is a fun way to recognize the...
Catch Fish & Win Prize Money BY: RACHEL WUMKES Fishing is one of those fun, outdoor activities that anyone can enjoy. While serious anglers may disagree, even the most unskilled person can throw in a line and come away with a fish. Fishing in Clear Lake, however, offers an added element of excitement. This is...
Kiss me, I'm Iowish! Clear Lake has a ton of fun lined up for St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2023! Thursday through Sunday, celebrate with delicious food, fun activities, and 8 opportunities to enjoy live music at the lake. Talk about the luck of the Irish! Stop into the Clear Lake Arts Center for your final chance to enjoy...
Like and subscribe! BY: RACHEL WUMKES On February 14, 2005, three former employees of the PayPal corporation ventured out on their own and created a website for sharing videos called YouTube. The first uploaded video features one of the cofounders, Jawed Karim, in an 18-second video in front of the elephants at the zoo. A...
The Old Oaks Hotel BY: RACHEL WUMKES A common hobby amongst Americans today is taking the old and making it look new. Antiques are refurbished into modern pieces and placed inside sleek homes. Turning trash into treasure by upcycling used items has become like to game to the avid ‘do it yourself’ type. People obsess...
Rock ‘n’ Roll is here to stay! BY: RACHEL WUMKES The rock and roll era sent shockwaves across the country. It wasn’t just a musical revolution for the young teenagers, but a social and generational rebellion across all ages. A central and pioneering figure during the mid-fifties, Buddy Holly, set his sights on the big...
