Fire Tower Moonlight Hike Yellow River State Forest

oin the Allamakee County Conservation Board and the Friends of Yellow River State Forest for a Moonlight Snowshoe Hike on Wednesday, February 12th, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Yellow River State Forest Headquarters and hike or snowshoe to the only fire tower in the state of Iowa. If snowshoes are needed the ACCB will provide them and trekking poles free of charge. For more information call the Driftless Center at (563)538-0403. The Moonlight Snowshoe will be a guided trail hike taking place after dark to enable the participants to see the stars and moon like they have never seen before. The event requires preregistration for those wishing to use snowshoes provided by the ACCB and is open to all ages. However, anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. In the case of inclement weather or poor snow conditions the Moonlight Snowshoe may be postponed or cancelled and will be announced via the ACCB’s Facebook page. Appropriate sized snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided to individuals who do not have their own equipment with preregistration. Preregistration is only needed if participants require equipment. Participants should dress for the weather with appropriate layers including outerwear, winter hats, gloves, and waterproof boots. A headlamp or small flashlight is also recommended, but not required. Any dogs must be on leash at all times.