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The Lake Association Needs YOU!

To all active members of the Red Rock Lake Association: there are two board seats open.  If you have a love of the lake and would like to get involved, please let us know of your intention to run for … Continue reading

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Independent review panel studies and approves construction thus far at Red Rock Hydroelectric Project

  SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – A four-member panel of experts in dam and hydroelectric project design and construction has given its approval to construction work thus far at the Red Rock Hydroelectric Project, located on the Des Moines River near … Continue reading

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PAST LAKE RED ROCK BALLOON FEST PHOTOS

photos by Jeff Saltzman Red Rock Balloon Fest is growing to be one of the areas most exciting summer happenings. For a complete listing of events please visit:  redrocklakeballoonfest.com                                                                                               

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Iowa’s “Black Gold”

This is the first of a series of articles written by the Red Rock Lake Association’s “Save the Lake Committee”, by Mark Thompson When European settlers first arrived in what is now Iowa, they encountered a vast sea of grasses … Continue reading

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“National Water Trail” Designation for Lake Red Rock

The Red Rock Trail at Lake Red Rock, Knoxville, Iowa, has officially been designated as a National Water Trail by the National Park Service. Joining the Red Rock Trail is The Island Loop Route Water Trail in Michigan and The … Continue reading

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Reminder for Boaters to ‘Wear It!’

As the weather starts to warm up, we’re all anxious to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Families and friends gather together to enjoy the outdoors, travel on vacation and spend time on the water – boating, fishing, sailing, and … Continue reading

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3M Volunteers Expand Playscape

                                                                photo; Volunteers mulch the “Sounds Pod” On Saturday, September 27, staff from 3M in Knoxville and their families donated many hours of “sweat equity” to add new features to Lake Red Rock’s “Playscape,” a natural play area located along the … Continue reading

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ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS MASTER PLAN FOCUS AREAS

The Army Corp of Engineers would like your input concerning ideas and future plans for the Red Rock Lake area. Please view the Focus Areas below and visit www.lakeredrock.org for more information and to send your input. Due to image … Continue reading

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HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT                                                                                              Healthy Environment Overview                                                                                                    What is an ESA                                                                                                                                    MP ESA Red Rock 11×17 Map 1 of 2 11-2012 MP ESA Red Rock 11×17 Map 2 of 2 11-20-12 Healthy Environment Eliminate Invasive Species map Healthy Environment Main Invaders Healthy Environment … Continue reading

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THERE’S STILL TIME TO JOIN THE LAKE ASSOCIATION OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

Be “in the know” on lake events Improve Red Rock’s recreation Promote Red Rock’s natural resources

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NEW HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MODEL ON DISPLAY

Greetings! As a special perk of your support, we’re providing you this sneak peek at the next “Ask the Corps” article (to be published in the Pella Chronicle and Knoxville Journal-Express). The Corps just received a new three dimensional model … Continue reading

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We want to hear about your visit!

How was your visit to Lake Red Rock? Let us know! With your input, the Corps of Engineers will strive to improve the quality of information, facilities, and services at Lake Red Rock. To fill out the questionnaire please click … Continue reading

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HOW TO JOIN Red Rock Lake Association (click here)

- Photos by Jeff Saltzman Become a member and join the fun!

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Ask the Corps.

Get your questions answered! Submit your question under the “Ask the Corps” heading and the Army Corps. at Lake Red Rock may answer.  Your question could end up in the newspaper! How do droughts affect Lake Red Rock? With the flood … Continue reading

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