Gnomes in the Park

Starting Tuesday, July 21st, Gnomes in the Park returns for Nordic Fest 2026! Stop by the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce to pick up or download a Gnomes in the Park Scavenger Hunt Form and Map for a list of clues to find gnomes for your chance to win a drawing prize. Search the park for gnomes and fill out the Gnomes in the Park Scavenger Hunt form by writing down the secret word on the back of each gnome. Return your Gnomes in the Park Scavenger Hunt form to the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce for your chance to win a drawing prize. This activity is organized by Decorah Parks & Recreation and Winneshiek County Conservation. It is perfect for kids, adults or the whole family! Your completed Gnomes in the Park Scavenger Hunt form is your ticket for your chance to win a prize. Please do not remove gnomes from the parks!