During the year, the department facilitates community fire prevention activities and provides fire prevention training in the schools. For more information, or to receive an application to join the department, contact any fire department member or write to PO Box 249, Lester Prairie, MN 55354. The festival includes truck and tractor pulls, a carnival, demolition derby, dancing, horseshoe tournament, crafts, outdoor community church service, food stands, and parades. For more information, contact Connie Gatz at PO Box 43, Lester Prairie, MN 55354. Organized in 1969, the group offers senior citizens of the community an opportunity for fellowship.
Lunch is served by members of the group and card games are played at the monthly meeting.
A catered meal is provided at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Group activities include bake sales, silent auctions, and participation in the McLeod County Fair, including the coronation of a McLeod County senior king and queen. In 1976, the group had a float in the Lester Prairie parade. The club currently has 42 members. There is a fee of 50 cents collected at each meeting and membership is open to anyone over the age of 60.