Have some good, old-fashioned fall fun at Ushers Ferry! After you finish your fall chores, make and enjoy a refreshing treat and play some games before heading into the woods for an adventure!
For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Grab your friends and your NERF gear and head out to Ushers Ferry to blow off some steam over Thanksgiving break! Learn basic NERF safety and strategy, then break into teams to play "Capture the Flag" and other games to defend your fortress. Bring your own NERF gear, ammo, and eye protection. For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Interested in archery? Find out if it is for you in this fun, introductory class. Learn the range safety basics and try out a Genesis bow. See how good a shot you are! You may bring your own bow if you prefer. For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Save on your grocery bill and make the most out of your garden by learning how to can and preserve the way grandma used to do! Learn the basics of the waterbath canning process to preserve your acidic fruits and vegetables with only a minimal investment in kitchen supplies and equipment as we can tomatoes, apple butter and maybe even some pickled beets! For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Grab your kids and all your NERF gear for a fun afternoon of NERFing for the whole family! Get outdoors and enjoy some unique opportunities for NERF combat amid the bunkers and hills of the old Jones Golf Course. Adults and older kids can play, too! For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Are you ready to finish those UFO's (unfinished objects) in your sewing room? Get help in this old-fashioned sew-along. Bring your project, sewing machine (if you have one), sewing kit, and any other sewing materials or notions that you might want to swap. Coffee and snacks will be provided, and we'll break for lunch. For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Travel back in time to join Laura Ingalls Wilder on the trail. Hear about Laura and her adventures while learning about and using basic cooking methods from the 1800's to create delicious food like cornbread, butter, a dessert, and a refreshing beverage. For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Does your little one turn into a pumpkin at sunset? This program is for families with young children (older children are welcome). Bring your dinner and come to the village for an early evening hay rack ride, bonfire, and simple craft before bedtime. Popcorn and sarsaparilla will be available for purchase in the saloon. Free admission for children ages 5 and under.
For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.

Enjoy an evening of old-fashioned fun! Take a hayrack ride through the valley, gather around the bonfire with hot cocoa to roast marshmallows, make a simple craft, and join us in the saloon for some card games. Popcorn and sarsaparilla will be available for purchase. Free admission for children ages 5 and under. For questions or comments please contact Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.