Heartland Greyhound Adoption, a central Iowa group dedicated to the adoption of retired racing Greyhounds, is again hosting Prairie Beach: A Gathering of Champions as a three-day reunion for Greyhounds and their families. We've got an exciting weekend planned in Altoona, Iowa, a community in the Des Moines metro area. Guests at the reunions have come from 13 states and a Canadian province. Join us as we build on that trend this year!

Our 2008 reunion will be headquartered at Haines Park in Altoonat. We'll have fun activities for everyone in the greyhound adoption movement. Don't forget: Vendors will be on site with Greyhound products galore and there will be treats and prizes for both humans and hounds!

Some of the highlights in our 2008 schedule include: a doggie baths, a raffle and auction of a galore of greyhound related items, a group walk, plus lots more.

The Des Moines area offers plenty for you to do and see if you want to go exploring outside of Prairie Beach! Iowa's capital city got its start in the mid-1880s as a military outpost, and today, the city and its surrounding suburbs have a population of about 500,000. The city is recognized as a center for government, education, business, culture and the arts. Check out the Iowa Attractions page here on the Prairie Beach site for a list of some of the places you may want to visit while you're in Iowa!

And for those who are still wondering, the name "Prairie Beach" is a Midwestern take on Dewey Beach, the name and site of a popular Greyhound reunion each year in Delaware. Iowa obviously is on the plains, so we decided to combine the two ideas for a name that really stands out!

A note about the weather: Fall officially arrives in Iowa in September, so the leaves will be turning and the temperatures will be getting a little cooler. We'll still enjoy comfortable temperatures during the day, but bring a jacket for any evening or nighttime activities. Be prepared to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage in our state!

Make plans to join us when it all begins on Saturday, September 6 for a fund filled day!

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