OSKALOOSA — Mahaska County Conservation’s new BARK Ranger program is having a special FREE October event at Eveland Access Campground on Saturday, October 26th! There will be a BARK Ranger Costume Party and Talent Show from 2:00-3:00 pm.

Bring your dog, dress them up for a costume parade through the campground, and then show off their talents in a talent show. You can sign up your dog for the talent show at the event. There will also be a bob for hotdogs pool and make and crafts to create with your dog!

Participants at this event can earn a BARK Ranger certificate simply by participating with their dog! Our BARK Ranger dog tags will also be available to purchase for $10 each (cash or check to Friends of Mahaska County Conservation).

This BARK Ranger program is related to the National Park System’s BARK Ranger program that creates outdoor opportunities for dogs and their owners. Check out the US Bark Rangers on Facebook and the fun, year-long activities you can do with your dog in Mahaska County on our website www.mahaskaconservation.com.

Please, all dogs must be on a leash.

The Eveland Access Campground is locate at 2890 Galeston Ave., Oskaloosa IA 52577.  If you have questions, contact our office at (641)673-9327 or email [email protected].