Todd Stephenson, a Certified NRA Instructor with over 35 years of firearms experience, will be holding a MINNESOTA AND IOWA Concealed Carry/Permit to Carry Certification class on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Cresco Wildlife Club on the Howard County Fairgrounds in Cresco. This class is one of the most complete Minnesota and Iowa concealed carry training programs offered.
Check in will begin at 8:30 AM (PLEASE be prompt!), and class will begin promptly at 9:00 AM. Class should conclude between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. You must be at least 18 years of age or older the day of the class to receive a certificate (certificates may only be redeemed on or after your 18th birthday and are only valid for one year). Students will be required to qualify using firearms and ammunition provided by the instructor. Eye and hearing protection will also be provided. There is NO written test.
The fee for this class is $125.00 – you may bring your driver's license and pre-register in person at Outdoors & More, Inc. in Cresco during normal business hours OR you may show up the day of class to register. Reservations are suggested as seats are limited. When your class fee is paid, you will be provided with a one-year SINGLE membership to the Cresco Wildlife Club. If you are already a member of the Cresco Wildlife Club, you will be provided with a one-year single membership extension. Upgrades to FAMILY memberships are available for an additional $5.00.
Please call Outdoors & More at (563) 547-5071 for more information or visit Outdoors & More at 220 North Elm Street in Cresco to reserve your seat. Walk-ins the day of class will be accepted if seats are available, but class size is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your seat(s) early. more info...
44th Annual Cresco Fly-In Breakfast Ellen Church Field – Cresco Airport Sunday, August 2 | 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Start your Sunday off right with ALL YOU CAN EAT made-to-order omelets and fluffy pancakes! $12 per ticket Kids 5 & under eat FREE Carry-outs available! Pilots & Passengers eat FREE
But the fun doesn't stop after breakfast... After your meal, head to Beadle Park for the 65th Annual Cresco Fine Arts Show from 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – featuring entertainment, food, and fun for kids!
Make it a day full of flavor, fun, and community – see you there! more info...
Family friendly, beginner friendly A-2 Rimfire matches at Gooder Field hosted by the Cresco Wildlife Club. Register by 12:30pm and matches start at 1pm.
Contact John Hill at 507.459.3690 for more information.
October 11th is the Awards night starting at 6pm. more info...
Join us Wednesday, August 5th, 9am-4pm at NICC Cresco for Kids in the Kitchen: Junior Chef Camp, #106311.
Designed for kids entering 2nd-7th grade, this camp experience places an emphasis on having fun in the kitchen. Kid-friendly tips, sanitation, safety and proper use of basic tools and equipment will be demonstrated. Your child will also learn measurements, how to read and follow recipes and to manage time. Working together, all participants will make simple, kid-approved recipes and, of course, sample the results. Be ready to cook with your kid, because he or she will come home with several recipes to help prepare, plus a whole lot of enthusiasm! Lunch will be provided. This camp is offered at a reduced rate thanks to the Mitchell and Howard County Community Opportunity Fund and Dollar Fresh. more info...
Join us Thursday, August 6th, 9am-4pm at NICC Cresco Center for Kids in the Kitchen: Junior Chef Camp, #106312.
Designed for kids entering grades 2-7, this camp experience places an emphasis on having fun in the kitchen. Kid-friendly tips, sanitation, safety and proper use of basic tools and equipment will be demonstrated. Your child will also learn measurements, how to read and follow recipes and to manage time. Working together, all participants will make simple, kid-approved recipes and, of course, sample the results.
Be ready to cook with your kid, because he or she will come home with several recipes to help prepare, plus a whole lot of enthusiasm! Lunch will be provided.
The Cresco Wildlife Club 16th Annual Gun and Sports Show will be held on Aug 7th & 8th, in Cresco, IA. This show is held at Howard County fairgrounds Expo Center and hosted by Cresco Wildlife Club. Yummy concession stands available.
All federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed.
Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Admission
General: $10.00
Kids 12 and under: FREE
Show is open to PUBLIC.
Contact: Jim Peters
Phone: (563) 380-6625
Email: wildlifeclubcresco@gmail.com
Contact: David E. Burns
Phone: (319) 240-6351
Location
Howard County Fairgrounds Expo Hall
Expo Building
220 W 7th St
Cresco, IA 52136
Vendor Fees, 8ft Tables $15.00/each, includes 2 vendor wristbands.
No subletting of tables. Overnight security. more info...
The Cresco Wildlife Club 16th Annual Gun and Sports Show will be held on Aug 7th & 8th, in Cresco, IA. This show is held at Howard County fairgrounds Expo Center and hosted by Cresco Wildlife Club. Yummy concession stands available.
All federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed.
Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Admission
General: $10.00
Kids 12 and under: FREE
Show is open to PUBLIC.
Contact: Jim Peters
Phone: (563) 380-6625
Email: wildlifeclubcresco@gmail.com
Contact: David E. Burns
Phone: (319) 240-6351
Location
Howard County Fairgrounds Expo Hall
Expo Building
220 W 7th St
Cresco, IA 52136
Vendor Fees, 8ft Tables $15.00/each, includes 2 vendor wristbands.
No subletting of tables. Overnight security. more info...
44th Annual Cresco Fly-In Breakfast 
Ellen Church Field – Cresco Airport
Sunday, August 2 | 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
$12 per ticket
Kids 5 & under eat FREE
Carry-outs available!
After your meal, head to Beadle Park for the 65th Annual Cresco Fine Arts Show from 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – featuring entertainment, food, and fun for kids!