Iowisota
Iowisota
A nature-themed retreat and education center located in the Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa
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.
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.
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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- Sat, Jun 01Iowisota Retreat and Education CenterJun 01, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMIowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USAWe are excited to announce that author and educator Samuel Thayer will be the guest expert for an early Summer Foraging event at Iowisota on June 1, 2024. The Saturday program will run 9:00-4:30 and includes lunch. An overnight option is available.
- Multiple DatesThu, Jun 20Iowisota Retreat and Education CenterJun 20, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PMIowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USAThis is a free once-per-month guided hike for women. Topic will be dependent on what is currently happening in the forest. The format will be informal, so that we can all learn from each other and enjoy a chance to be out together in nature.
- Sat, Jul 27Iowisota Retreat and Education CenterJul 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMIowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USAJoin guest expert Chris Gavin as we explore the wild foods of the Driftless region on July 27th. The Saturday program will run 10:00 am -7:00 pm, culminating in a wild meal that we will prepare together. An overnight option is available.
- Sat, Aug 10Iowisota Retreat and Education CenterAug 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMIowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USATHIS CLASS IS FULL. Renowned foraging author and educator Sam Thayer will be the guest expert for this late summer foraging event at Iowisota on August 10, 2024. The Saturday program will run 9:00 to 4:30 and includes lunch. An on-site overnight option is available.
- Sat, Oct 12Iowisota Retreat and Education CenterOct 12, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMIowisota Retreat and Education Center, 2472 IA-26, Lansing, IA 52151, USAMycologist Andi Reisdorf (née Bruce) will be our guest expert for this exploration of wild mushrooms on October 12th. The Saturday program will run 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. An overnight option is available.