Vacationer August/September 2012

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Your Free guide to the Alexandria Lakes Area
Grape Stomp • Festival of the Lakes • Quilts Along the Trail
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After 154 years, the wait is almost over.
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Publisher: Jody Hanson
Vacationer editor: Lori Mork
Graphic Designer: Karla Mikkelson
Echo Press • (320)763-3133 • www.echopress.com
A publication of the Echo Press
Arts & Entertainment
Quilts along the Trail .........................................................4
Osakis Area Events...........................................................5
Grape Stomp ....................................................................6
Applefest ..........................................................................7
Festival of the Lakes.........................................................8
Theatre L’Homme Dieu...................................................10
Dining Guide...................................................................22
Activities
Shop downtown Alexandria ...........................................11
Fall Classic racing ...........................................................12
Strike out Illiteracy Bowling Tournament........................14
Douglas County Fair .......................................................16
Church Directory.............................................................17
Area Events Calendar .....................................................18
Women’s Showcase.......................................................20
Resorters Golf Tournament ............................................21
Golf Directory .................................................................28
Fishing Contest...............................................................32
Lakes & Parks
Big Ole and the Runestone ............................................24
Spruce Hill Park...............................................................26
Central Lakes Trail...........................................................30
Parks ...............................................................................34
Lakes...............................................................................36
Beaches..........................................................................38
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ou’ve noticed it – the shadows lengthening and the days grow-
ing shorter. The days are still steamy, but there’s that little bit
of coolness to the evenings. There’s a little nostalgia as cooler
air brings back childhood memories – the excitement of return-
ing to school tinged with a little sadness at the end of summer fun.
Summer is coming to an end, and with that end
comes the final Vacationer issue for this year.
But the change in seasons doesn’t bring an end
to the fun here in the lakes are. Still ahead of us is
fair time – 4-H exhibits, carnival rides and cotton
candy – an event that has always, to me, been the
kickoff to autumn.
Autumn. I love when fall brings crisp leaves
that crunch under my shoes as I walk along the
trail at a state park or listen to the sound of geese
as they gather for their southbound journey.
Autumn also brings apple picking – crisp, juicy apples that make
your mouth water – and the bounty of
wonderfully fresh produce that can be
found at local farmers’ markets.
Maybe one of my favorite things about autumn are the bazaars and
church suppers at this time of year. Great crafts, great food, great peo-
ple – what’s not to love?
So browse through our final Vacationer and see what’s waiting for
you. It’s a great time to be here and you won’t be disappointed that
you’ve decided to spend these days with us.
“By all these lovely tokens
September days are here.
With summer’s best of weather
And autumn’s best of cheer.”
Helen Hunt Jackson
POET AND AUTHOR
Lori Mork
VACATIONER EDITOR
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hey’re colorful, intricate and
exquisite – a kaleidoscope of
designs and patterns all care-
fully stitched together into
one-of-a-kind heirlooms. And
they’ll be on display September 8 from 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. as the 8th annual Quilts
Along the Trail show in Osakis opens.
Quilts of all styles
and sizes will be dis-
played for public view-
ing along a two-block
area of the Central
Lakes Trail in down-
town Osakis as the
exhibit showcases
the talents and skills
of central Min-
nesota quilters in many varieties and
time periods from antique and vintage to
traditional and contemporary.
This event also includes vendor
booths featuring arts and crafts, enter-
tainment, food and beverages, “Make
and Take” workshops and quilts and
quilted items for sale.
Each year there is a special show-
case that focuses on a specific theme in
addition to the annual “Bed Turning” and
“Challenge Quilt Show.” Free to the pub-
lic, the event allows visitors to enjoy the
art and beauty of quilts.
In case of rain, visitors are invited to
see the displays and challenge quilts at
the Quilts Along the Trail Museum at 2nd
Avenue and Main Street in Osakis.
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Colorful cloth stitched with love
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Quilts Along the Trail
WHEN
Saturday, September 8
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE
Central Lakes Trail, downtown Osakis
APPROXIMATELY 250 QUILTS
were on display last year in five categories:
Antique, Contemporary, Challenge, Quilts of Valor
and the special section “Star Patterns”
NEARLY 500 PEOPLE
attended last year’s Quilts Along the Trail
THE “BED-TURNING”
will have several individuals bedside featuring 10
quilts. The presenters will turn through each
quilt, giving a brief narrative on each
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Events
July
4th of July Fireworks
Roddin’ Round the Lake Car Show
Celebrity Auction
Osakis City-Wide Garage Sales
Flower Pots & Garden Stops
Parish Festival
August
Douglas County Fair, Alexandria
Osakis Silverstreak Golf Classic
September
Sportsmen’s Club Corn Feed
Quilts Along the Trail
October
Christmas Boutique
Community Halloween Party
November
Holiday Bazaar
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
December
Santa Day
January
VOLS Twin 100/50 Mile Snowmobile Race
February
Old-Fashioned Sunday Afternoon Musicale
March
Ice Golf Tournament
May
Memorial Day Parade & Service
June
Osakis 5K Run
Lions’ Walleye Fishing Tournament
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Wine time
THE GRAPE STOMP AND FALL FESTIVAL
is in its 12th year at Carlos Creek Winery
MORE THAN 150
artisans, comedians and magicians, as well as
seven live bands will entertain you
THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE EVENT
is the stomping of the grapes
competition and the “I Love Lucy”look-alike
competition
THE EVENT RUNS
Noon-7 p.m., Friday, September 14
10 a.m.-7 p.m. , Saturday, September 15
Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, September 16
ADMISSION IS
$3 per person Friday and Saturday, with free ad-
mission on Sunday. Ages 12-younger, free.
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t’s fun. It’s messy. It’s a stompin’
good time. Whether you’re a stom-
per or just cheering the teams on,
there’s a weekend of fun waiting
for you at Carlos Creek Winery in
Alexandria when its
annual Grape Stomp
and Fall Festival gets
going.
Held September
14-16, the festival
attracts more than
14,000 visitors
from all over the
country during the
three-day celebra-
tion.
And it’s not
just the stomp
you can enjoy.
The festivities include wine tast-
ing, seven live bands, and more than
150 artisans, comedians and magicians.
Then round out the experience with a
huge variety of food booths.
The highlight of the event is the
Grape Stomp each day, with the “Trash
the Dress” bridal grape stomp on Friday
and “The Grapes of Laugh - I Love Lucy”
look-alike competition on Saturday.
The festival is handicap accessible,
and is held rain or shine. There is plenty
of free parking for passenger vehicles
and buses on site.
For more information about the
event, including how to participate in
the grape stomping fun, visit the Grape
Stomping and Fall Festival website at
www.ccwgrapestomp.com. You can
also get a more detailed events calendar
online closer to the event, or check out
the Echo Press website at www.echo-
press.com as the event draws near.
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Carlos Creek Winery’s 5th annual Applefest
WHEN
Saturday, October 20
11 a.m.-6 p.m.
WHERE
6693 County Road 34 NW
Alexandria
Celebrate the closing of apple har-
vest at Carlos Creek Winery as the
winery hosts its fifth annual “Apple-
fest” Saturday, October 20, featuring
fun for the whole family.
Join in on the fun with the catapult
pumpkin tossing, horse drawn wagon
rides, pumpkin carving and winery
tours.
There will also be wonderful foods
for sale, including apple pie, panini and
pizza.
For information, visit the website
www.carloscreekwinery.com or you
can check out the Echo Press website
at www.echopress.com as the event
nears.
5th annual Applefest October 20
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eady for music that will make
your heart sing? Then take in
a performance during the
20th annual Festival of the
Lakes concert series.
The series will
open Friday, August 3
and on August 4 will
feature a guest
appearance by
Ensemble 61, a new
and exciting Twin
Cities-based con-
temporary music
group that brings
new and experi-
mental works
to the public.
The group is named after Highway
61 as tribute to Bob Dylan and the rich
cultural history of the road as the organi-
zation presents the music it performs to
communities along the highway.
Music by a wide variety of classical
composers will be performed by profes-
sional musicians from the St. Paul
Chamber Orchestra, the Minnesota Or-
chestra and other nationally renowned
groups during the following concerts.
Festival-goers will hear several differ-
ent instruments in various combinations,
including the violin, viola, cello, horn,
piano and clarinet, which will provide a
wonderful musical experience, and will
also be treated to the voice of Emily
Lodine, renowned mezzo soprano.
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Festival of the Lakes concert series
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The Festival runs August 3-12
WHERE
United Methodist Church
2210 6th Avenue East, Alexandria
CONCERT TIMES
Friday, August 3, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 4,
7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, August 8, 7:30 p.m.; Fri-
day, August 10, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 12, 7
p.m.
TICKETS
Tickets for this year’s Festival of the Lakes are
$10 for adults and free for students. Student
tickets, however, are only available at the door.
All seats are general admission. Tickets are
available at Cherry Street Books at 5th Avenue
and Broadway in downtown Alexandria or by
calling (320) 763-9400.
For more information, visit the Festival of the
Lakes website at www.alexfest.org or call
(320) 762-5666 (administrative) or (320) 763-
9400 (tickets). Please note that the main office
is not staffed full-time, but phone messages
and e-mails are checked every day.
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45 things to do in the Alexandria Area
1. Watch the sun rise.
2. Take a walking tour of historic
downtown Alexandria.
3. Have your picture taken with Big
Ole.
4. Fish off the pier at Alexandria City
Park.
5. Take a hike up Inspiration Peak to
enjoy the view.
6. Take a boat tour of Alexandria’s
chain of lakes.
7. Build a sand castle at a lake.
8. Attend a Beetles baseball game at
Knute Nelson Memorial Stadium.
9. Go horseback riding.
10. Take a tour of Senator Knute Nel-
son’s home.
11. Take an “antiquing” day trip.
12. Explore the trails at Lake Carlos
State Park.
13. Have lunch at a small town café.
14. Take in a matinee movie.
15. View the exhibits at the Rune-
stone Museum.
16. Rent a kayak and try a new sport.
17. Grab some new reading material
from a bookstore before heading to the
beach.
18. Check out the music and
nightlife at local clubs.
19. Step back in time at the histori-
cal society.
20. Watch the ducks at Noonan Park.
21. Go for a bike ride on the Central
Lakes Trail.
22. Visit the Lady of the Hills near
Millerville.
23. Take a scenic drive around Lake
Osakis.
24. Make a decision – is the Rune-
stone real or fake?
25. Fly a kite at Kensington Rune-
stone County Park.
26. Go bowling.
27. Go to the waterpark.
28. Tour a winery.
29. Examine the many plants at the
Terrace Learning Garden.
30. Go for a swim at Chippewa
County Park.
31. Play a round of golf.
32. Go shopping at the mall.
33. Watch the kids play at an area
park.
34. Photograph nature at a local
park.
35. Go to the stock car or go-kart
races.
36. Walk the historic Silk Stocking
district on Douglas and Cedar streets
in Alexandria.
37. View the Indian crafts at the
Pope County Museum.
38. Paddle a canoe along the shore-
line of an unpopulated lake.
39. Go water-skiing.
40. Take in a play at Theatre
L’Homme Dieu.
41. Have a pontoon picnic.
42. Go hiking at Spruce Hill County
Park.
43. Take a plane ride over the lakes
of Douglas County.
44. Attend an event at the Alexandria
Area Arts Association Theatre.
45. Race go-karts or bumper boats
at an amusement park.
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et ready, Alexandria – Gilligan's Island: The Musical is docking
at a desert island near you. The hilarity found in America's
cherished sitcom is in full effect in this larger-than-life musi-
cal! Bringing back all those well-known and beloved
characters, this fun-filled musical comedy is sure to
please audiences of all ages. You’ll be singing in the
aisles as you set off on a nostalgic less-than-three-
hour musical tour you’ll never forget!
For more than 50 years, Theatre L’Homme Dieu
(TLHD) has presented exceptional and entertaining
theater in the Alexandria lakes area. TLHD part-
ners with national and regional theaters to pres-
ent five comedies and musicals throughout the
summer.
Season ticket packages are now available for
the 2012 season and can be purchased online at www.tlhd.org.
The box office opens one hour before showtime.
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Gilligan’s Island: The Musical
Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m.
DIRECTIONS
1875 County Road 120 NE, Alexandria
I-94 to Alexandria, MN
Take the Alexandria exit (HWY 29) north to Co
Rd 42 (Holiday gas station intersection). Go
left, continue 4 miles to Co Rd 120, and turn
right. The theater is 0.1 mi. on the left.
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Produce can be purchased weekly by the box, ordered for pick up
and in some cases delivered throughout the summer and early fall.
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t’s big, it’s bold, it’s brash, it’s the
10th annual Viking Fall Classic, one of
the last WISSOTA National points
races of 2012 and it will be in Alexan-
dria Thursday-Saturday, October 4-6. If
you love dirt racing action, this is
for you.
The WISSOTA Late Models will lead
the chase for the big prize of $4,000,
while the Modifieds are looking at a
purse of $3,00 and the Super Stocks
have a $2,000 to-win prize. Street
Stocks and Midwest Modifieds can take
home $1,000 while the Mod Fours are
racing for $500 to win.
Practices will be held from 6-9 p.m.
on Thursday. The pits and grandstand
will open at 3 p.m. on Friday and noon
on Saturday, with racing to begin at 6
p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday. All
heat races will be run on Friday, with
all B-Main and Features on Saturday.
For more information, visit
www.vikingspeedway.net.
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Viking Speedway
Fall Classic
WHEN
Thursday-Saturday, October 4-6
Racing begins at 6 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday
Sunday, October 7 is the rain date
WHERE
Viking Speedway, Douglas County Fairgrounds, off
County Road 82, west of Alexandria
ADMISSION
Adults $16 on Friday, $20 on Saturday
Children 10-15 $6 each day
Children younger than 10 free
Pit passes $30 Friday, $35 Saturday,
2-day pit pass $55
Racing excitement at its finest
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Echo Press newspaper in
the 5th annual Strike Out Il-
literacy Bowling Tournament
on Tuesday, September 18 at 5 p.m.
at Garden
Center Lanes
in Alexandria
The tour-
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the procees
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newspapers
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classrooms and is part of the Echo
Press’s Newspapers in Education
program. The tournament is pre-
sented by the Echo Press with the
help of the community and area
businesses.
Teams are welcome. Cost is
$140 per team and includes three
games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza
and pop for the team and prizes.
So if you’re looking for a little fun
for a good cause,or would like more
information, contact Lynn or Elaine
at (320) 763-3133.
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THIS YEAR’S STRIKE OUT ILLITERACY
bowling tournament is Tuesday, September 18 at
the Garden Center Lanes.
MORE THAN 15,600
copies of the Echo Press were delivered to class-
rooms last year and papers are provided to schols
at no cost
ADMISSION
is $140 per team and includes three games of
bowling, shoe rental, prizes, as well as pizza and
pop for the team
PROCEEDS GO TO
The Echo Press newspaper’s Newspapers in Edu-
cation program, which provides newspapers and
educational activities to area teachers for use in
their classrooms
ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria United Methodist
2210 6th Ave. E, www.alexumc.org
Jefrey Hansen, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 8:00am & 9:30am
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
weekend). Cofee & Fellowship 9:00am.
Berea Lutheran Brethren Church
1605 E. 6th St., 762-1092
www.welcometoberea.org
Steve Walswick, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 9:30am
Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month
Calvary Lutheran (E.L.C.A.)
605 Douglas Street, 763-5178
Pastors: Hans Dahl & David Wangaard
Saturday:
Worship with Holy Communion 6 :00pm
Sunday:
Worship Services 8:30am & 10:00am
Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
Sunday Worship Radio Broadcast:
10:30am KXRZ-FM 99.3
Catalyst Covenant Church
1401 So. McKay, 759-1800
(Woodland School) www.catalystcov.org
Pastor: Steve Eng
Sunday Worship: 10:00am
Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month
Church for the Harvest
1910 Aga Dr., 759-1400
www.cfthonline.com
Sunday Worship: 10:00am
Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month
Youth: Wednesdays 6:30pm
Cornerstone Church
202 7th Ave. E, 762-1565
www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com
Darryl Knappen, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 10:00am
Holy Communion 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays
First Lutheran (E.L.C.A)
822 Douglas Street, 762-2196
Pastors: Marilee Bergerson & Greg Billberg
Saturday Worship: 5:30pm
Sunday Worship:
8:30am, 9:45am, 10:30am & 11:00am.
10:30am at Carlos State Park.
11:00am at City Park.
Holy Communion 1st & 3rd
Sundays & opposite Saturdays.
Radio Broadcast: 9:45am KXRA 1490AM
Good Shepherd Lutheran
2702 Hwy. 29 N, 762-5152
www.goodshepherd-LCMS.org
Eric Van Scharrel, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 8:00am & 9:45am
Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays
Lake Community Church
1751 Co Rd 44 NW, 762-5424
www.lakecommunity.org
Ron Berget, Senior Pastor
Melody Warren, Minister of Women
Jef Pankratz, Student Pastor
Sunday Worship: 9:00am
Weekdays:
Student Mentoring and Activity Groups
June Vacation Bible School
Living Waters Assembly of God
1310 N Nokomis NE, 763-5224
www.mylivingwaters.org
Sam McKay, Lead Pastor
Sunday Worship: 9:30am
Wednesdays: Family night for kids, youth and
adults at 6:30pm
New Testament Church
2505 Hwy 29 North, 762-2444
Peter Reishus, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 10:00am
Shalom Lutheran
800 Co Rd 44 NW, 762-8641
www.shalomlutheran.org
Grant Aaseng, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 8:30am (traditional blended)
10:45am (contemporary)
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
420 Irving Street, 763-5781
www.stmaryalexandria.org
Father Steven M. Binsfeld
Saturday Masses: 5:00 pm;
Sunday Masses: 8:00am & 10:00am
Weekday Masses: Contact church for times.
Sacrament of Penance: 4:00pm Saturday
Zion Lutheran (LC-MS)
3rd Ave. E. & Lake Street, 763-4842, zionluth@
zionalex.org, www.zionalex.org
David Hinz, Senior Pastor
Terry Finnern, Assistant Pastor
WM. Moeller, Visitation Pastor
Sunday Services: 8:00am & 10:00am.
Holy Communion: 8:00am 1st & 3rd Sundays,
10:30am 2nd & 4th Sundays
OTHER AREAS
Fahlun Lutheran
3550 Co Rd 74, Nelson, 763-9500
Barbara Lund Thompson, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 10:30am
Cofee Hour 9:45am
Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month
Our Saviour’s Lutheran
Nelson, 762-0140
Barbara Lund Thompson, Pastor
Sunday Worship: 9:00am
Please call 320-834-5095
for weekday Mass times:
St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Brandon
Saturday Worship: 4:00pm
Sunday Worship: 9:30am
Seven Dolors Catholic Church,
Millerville
Sunday Worship: 10:30am
Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
Urbank
Saturday Worship: 7:30pm
St. Williams, Parkers Prairie
Sunday Worship: 8:30am
Come Worship With Us!
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down in the Alexandria
lakes area, but not the fun
as one of the most memo-
rable events of the sum-
mer, the Douglas County Fair, gets
set to open August 16.
Family friendly, the fair is filled with
familiar attractions, entertainment,
competitions, rides and, of course,
food, and is truly the place to cele-
brate the kid in
everyone.
This year,
the fair will
offer some new entertainment at the
4-H stage as well as a new 40’x80’
children’s tent with many new activi-
ties for the younger fairgoers.
You can also visit the new log
cabin, filled with a display of Native
American culture and will feature
several speakers.
There’s also the Mutton Bustin’
rodeo, and, in the children’s tent,
piggy races, clowns and a visit from
Ronald McDonald.
For more information, visit the
Douglas County Fair website at
www.mndouglascofair.com.
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
Noon – The Wedinger Band
3 p.m. – The Wedinger Band
6:30 p.m. – Kentucky Thunder
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
Noon – Sax Appeal
3 p.m. – Kris Hanson
5 p.m. – Dancin’ Off Broadway
7 p.m. – Cassie and the Bobs
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18
11:30 a.m. – D.C. & Hawk
2 p.m. – Enterprise
3:30 p.m. – Doo Wop Divas
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19
10 a.m. – Church service
11:30 a.m. – Century Farm
Noon – Knudtson Family
2 p.m. – 4-H Presents (4-H
stage)
Entertainment at
Centennial Stage
WELCOME TO THE DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR
August 16 - 19, 2012
Douglas County Fairgrounds • Alexandria
ADMISSION PRICES
• Adults: $6.00* • Children 12 and Younger: Free • 4-H and FFA Exhibitors: Free • Season Ticket: $15.00*
Season Passes will be on sale at Pete’s County Market and Elden’s Fresh Foods for $13. *Sales Tax Included
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8 a.m. GATES OPEN. Senior Day
1 p.m. CARNIVAL OPEN, tickets
ath Midway Ticket Booth
4 p.m. BIKE DRAWING at RCC
East. Must be present to win; ages
4-12. Register at site.
6 p.m. DEMOLITION DERBY
Viking Speedway (grandstand)
Admission:
Ages 13 & older: $9.00
Ages 7-12: $5.00
Under 7: Free
8 a.m. GATES OPEN
1 - 5 p.m. KIDS DAY on the
Midway. Prices on most rides are
reduced for ages 12 & younger.
4 p.m. BIKE DRAWING at RCC East.
Must be present to win; ages 4-12.
Register at site.
6 p.m. DEMOLITION DERBY
Viking Speedway (grandstand)
Admission:
Ages 13 & older: $9.00
Ages 7-12: $5.00
Under 7: Free
8 a.m. GATES OPEN
11 a.m. PORK CHOP FEED west of
DNR building.
1 - 5 p.m. KIDS DAY on the
Midway. Prices on most rides are
reduced for ages 12 & younger.
2:30 p.m. TURTLE RACES in front
of 4-H Lunch Stand
5:30 p.m. WISSOTA RACING
Viking Speedway (grandstand)
Admission:
Ages 15 & older: $12.00
Ages 10-14: $6.00
Under 10: Free
10 a.m. CHURCH SERVICE
4-H Centennial Stage
1 - 5 p.m. & 6-10:30 p.m.
WRISTBAND DAY on Midway.
1 p.m. 4-H OLYMPICS at Erickson
Pavilion
2 p.m. TRACTOR & TRUCK PULL
Viking Speedway (grandstand)
Admission:
Ages 13 & older: $8.00
Ages 7-12: $5.00
Under 7: Free
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Resorters Golf Tournament, Alexandria Golf Club;
(320) 763-3605, www.alexandriagolfclub.com.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Crazy Days.
Resorters Golf Tournament, Alexandria Golf Club;
(320) 763-3605, www.alexandriagolfclub.com.
7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Coalition free Music on the
Courthouse Lawn at Douglas County Courthouse,
Alexandria; (320) 763-7161.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Enterprise at Sixth Av-
enue Wine and Ale, Alexandria.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Crazy Days.
Brandon Midsummer Fest,
www.brandonmn.com.
Forada Days; www.foradadays.com.
Resorters Golf Tournament, Alexandria Golf
Club; (320) 763-3605, www.alexandriagolf-
club.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Crazy
Days.
Brandon Midsummer Fest, www.bran-
donmn.com.
Forada Days; www.foradadays.com.
Resorters Golf Tournament, Alexandria
Golf Club; (320) 763-3605, www.alexan-
driagolfclub.com.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Crazy Days.
Brandon Midsummer Fest, www.brandonmn.com.
Forada Days; www.foradadays.com.
5 p.m. Vikingland Corvette Club “Sunday cruise.” Meet at Apol’s
Harley Davidson parking lot in Alexandria. Anyone with a corvette wel-
come.
MONDAY, AUGUST 6
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Crazy Days.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
7:30 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre L’Homme Dieu,
Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.org.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8
7:30 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre L’Homme Dieu,
Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Coalition free Music on the Courthouse Lawn
at Douglas County Courthouse, Alexandria; (320) 763-7161.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Finestra at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale,
Alexandria.
7:30 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre L’Homme Dieu,
Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.org.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by BZ Girls at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale,
Alexandria.
7:30 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre L’Homme Dieu,
Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.org.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
8 a.m. Holy Moly Ole Five Race Series – Go the Dis-
tance, 10K, 5K, 1K at Big Ole Park, Alexandria;
www.zapevent.com, search for Holy Moly Ole Five.
9 to 10 a.m. Free sausage/pancake breakfast,
United Methodist Church, 2210 6th Ave. E, Alexan-
dria; (320) 763-4624.
7:30 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre
L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150,
www.tlhd.org.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
2 p.m.: Gilligan’s Island: The Musical at Theatre
L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150,
www.tlhd.org.
4 to 8 p.m.: Lakeside Dance Club
dance at Lakeside Ballroom, Glen-
wood, featuring Sammy Jenson;
(320) 762-0441.
5 p.m. Vikingland Corvette Club
“Sunday cruise.” Meet at Apol’s
Harley Davidson parking lot in Alexan-
dria. Anyone with a Corvette welcome.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14
Noon to 3 p.m. Murder Mystery
Lunch Theater at Carlos Creek Winery,
Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.carlo-
screekwinery.com/events.
6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Murder Mystery
Dinner Theater at Carlos Creek Winery,
Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.carlo-
screekwinery.com/events.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
Douglas County Fair, Alexandria; www.mndouglascofair.com.
6 p.m. Demolition Derby, Viking Speedway, Alexandria;
www.vikingspeedway.net.
7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Coalition free Music on the Courthouse Lawn
at Douglas County Courthouse, Alexandria; (320) 763-7161.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Salty Dogs at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale,
Alexandria.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
Douglas County Fair, Alexandria; www.mndouglascofair.com.
6 p.m. Demolition Derby, Viking Speedway, Alexandria;
www.vikingspeedway.net.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18
Douglas County Fair, Alexandria; www.mndouglascofair.com.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Adam Hammer at Sixth Avenue Wine and
Ale, Alexandria.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19
Douglas County Fair, Alexandria; www.mndouglascofair.com.
5 p.m. Vikingland Corvette Club “Sunday cruise.” Meet at Apol’s
Harley Davidson parking lot in Alexandria. Anyone with a corvette wel-
come.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23
7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Coalition free Music on the Courthouse Lawn
at Douglas County Courthouse, Alexandria; (320) 763-7161.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Funky Gumbo at Sixth Avenue Wine and
Ale, Alexandria.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
Runestone Community Center Garage Sale, Alexandria.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Lisa Lynn at Sixth Avenue
Wine and Ale, Alexandria.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
4 to 8 p.m.: Lakeside Dance Club dance at Lakeside Ball-
room, Glenwood, featuring Myron Sommerfeld; (320) 762-
0441.
5 p.m. Vikingland Corvette Club “Sunday cruise.” Meet at
Apol’s Harley Davidson parking lot in Alexandria. Anyone
with a Corvette welcome.
5:30 p.m.: Mystery and Wine Book Club at Sixth Avenue
Wine and Ale, Alexandria.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30
7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Coalition free Music on the Courthouse Lawn
at Douglas County Courthouse, Alexandria; (320) 763-7161.
7 to 10 p.m.: Live music by Emergency Stop at Sixth Avenue Wine and
Ale, Alexandria.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
9 to 10 a.m. Free sausage/pancake breakfast, United Methodist
Church, 2210 6th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 763-4624.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Quilts Along the Trail on Central Lakes Trail, down-
town Osakis; 320-859-6777.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Noon to midnight Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery,
Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.ccwgrapestomp.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery,
Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.ccwgrapestomp.com.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Noon to 4 p.m. Grape Stomp Festival at Carlos Creek Winery, Alexan-
dria; (320) 846-5443, www.ccwgrapestomp.com.
4 to 8 p.m.: Lakeside Dance Club dance at Lakeside Ballroom, Glen-
wood, featuring Velvet Brass; (320) 762-0441.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
5 p.m. (Registration at 4 p.m.) Strike Out Illiteracy Bowling Tournament
presented by Echo Press at Garden Center Lanes, Alexandria; (320) 763-
3133, www.echopress.com.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Fall in Love Festival, www.down-
townalexandria.com.
4 to 7 p.m. Alexandria Downtown Merchants Girls Night Out.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Fall in Love Festival, www.down-
townalexandria.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Fall in Love Festival, www.down-
townalexandria.com.
11:30 a.m. Holy Moly Ole Five Race Series – Homecoming Sprint, 1
mile sprint or walk at 5th Avenue and Broadway, Alexandria; www.za-
pevent.com, search for Holy Moly Ole Five.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Fall in Love Festival, www.down-
townalexandria.com.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Fall in Love Festival,
www.downtownalexandria.com.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2
3 to 4:30 p.m. 10th annual Impact Alexandria featuring
speaker Brian Tracy, Lake Geneva Christian Center,
Alexandria; 1-888-759-2908; ww.impactalexandria.com.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4
3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Women’s Showcase presented by
Echo Press at Broadway Ballroom, Alexandria; (320)
763-3133, www.echopress.com.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5
6 p.m. Viking Fall Classic car race at Viking Speedway, Alexandria;
www.vikingspeedway.net.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
3 p.m. Viking Fall Classic car race at Viking Speedway, Alexandria;
www.vikingspeedway.net.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
4 to 8 p.m.: Lakeside Dance Club dance at Lakeside Ballroom, Glen-
wood, featuring Doc’s All Stars; (320) 762-0441.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13
9 to 10 a.m. Free sausage/pancake breakfast, United Methodist
Church, 2210 6th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 763-4624.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Carlos Creek Winery Apple Festival, Alexandria;
(320) 846-5443, www.carloscreekwinery.com.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Trick or Treat, www.downtow-
nalexandria.com.
Osakis Community Halloween Party for preschool thru 6th grade at Os-
akis School cafeteria.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Hunting Widows Weekend at Carlos Creek Winery,
Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.carloscreekwinery.com.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10
9 to 10 a.m. Free sausage/pancake breakfast, United Methodist
Church, 2210 6th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 763-4624.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Noon Osakis Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Osakis Presbyterian
Church; (320) 859-4550, www.osakispresbyterian.org.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
10 a.m. to noon Osakis Santa Day at Osakis School cafeteria.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Hometown Christmas Experience.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Hometown Christmas Experience.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Alexandria Downtown Merchants Hometown Christmas Experience.
9 to 10 a.m. Free sausage/pancake breakfast, United Methodist
Church, 2210 6th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 763-4624.
Sat., Dec. 8
9 a.m. to noon Santa Day at Echo Press, Alexandria; (320) 763-3133,
www.echopress.com.
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the Broadway Ballroom
Thursday, October 4 from
3:30-7:30 p.m.
An annual
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more, the Women’s Showcase is fun
for women of all ages.
Check out interesting exhibits, lis-
ten to some great music, learn about
all the latest fashions and pick up
some helpful cooking tips from an ex-
pert. Best of all, you can do all this for
free.
Whether you’re looking for infor-
mation or just an entertaining outing,
the Women’s Showcase is the place
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Broadway Ballroom, Alexandria
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL FIND
•More than 40 exhibitors with booths tailored to-
ward women’s interests, including jewelry, scarfs,
clothing, food, fitness, wealth management, weight
loss, technology and more
•Food, entertainment and information for women of
all ages
•Fitness trend such as Zumba, Pilates and more
•Karen Simmons from the Douglas County Library
•Food demonstrations from Elden’s Food Fair
•Fashion trends for fall and winter by Bon Jos
•Floral trends from Downtown Floral
•Recycle and decorating trends
•Rox Tarrant – it’s time to laugh
The 2011 Resorters Golf Tournament champions were (left to right) Jon Em-
panger, Senior Men’s Division; Emily Kvidera, Women’s Division; Pat Vincelli,
Masters’ Division; Nick Heinen, Junior 13-15 Division; Christopher Adams, Jun-
ior 10-12 Division; Tim Peterson, Executive Men’s Division; and Ben Vangsness,
Men’s Division.
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nament will be under way at the Alexandria
Golf Club and features many of the best am-
ateur golfers from several states. Past tour-
naments have even had players from out of
the country.
This year, the tournament celebrates its 91st an-
niversary, and again, many of the best golfers in the
state will be competing in the week-long event. The gal-
leries will be filled with family and golf enthusiasts, all
on hand to share the beautiful drives, the errant shots
and the game-winning putts on a course filled with his-
tory and signature holes.
The tournament, which runs July 29 through August
4, will include not only some very serious competition
that kicks off with the annual Pro-Am on opening Sun-
day, but some lively fun as well with a putting contest
and the ever-quirky derby, sure to coax a laugh from
even the most serious player.
The Alexandria Golf Club and the Resorters Golf Tour-
nament are nothing short of spectacular. Of the three
largest golf competitions in out-state Minnesota – the
Pine-to-Palm in Detroit Lakes and the Birchmont in Be-
midji – the Resorters is the longest-running tournament.
Resorters under way
at Alexandria Golf Club
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Alexandria, MN • Call 320-763-9983
Rudy’s Redeye Grill has
been noted as having the
best steak in town. We know
you will also enjoy our
Walleye, Pasta, and Sand-
wiches, or take a look at our
full menu. Also don’t forget
our famous pizzas & every
Wednesday Pasta Bar!
located at the
Restaurant Restaurant Saloon
320-763-7712 Downt own Al exandr i a
Renovated Old Burlington Train Depot
overlooking Lake Agnes.
•Large Menu •Salad Bar
• Pizza - The Best in the Area
•Dine In or On the Deck
• Full Loung, TV’s,
Pool Tables & Games
•DJ Thurs-Sat Nights
•Large Groups Welcome
• Full Catering Available
Reservations recommended, but not a must!
See you at the Depot!
…the art of wine
The Area’s premier wine bar and restaurant
• Over 70 wines by
the glass
• Specializing in
unique craft beers
• Eclectic gourmet food
all from scratch
• Live music every
Thurs. & Some Sat.
Tues-Wed 4-10 • Thurs-Sat 4-11:30
sixthavenuewineandale.com
Just a short drive— Near Miltona!
Just off Hwy. 29 on Co. Rd. 102,
W Side of Lake Irene
218-943-2471 • 320-760-5639
Our same Family serving the
“Best to the Best” Since 1953
• Famous Swedish Chicken • Prime Rib •Fresh
Walleye •Soup n’ Salad Bar • Cocktails
OPEN Monday & Wed-Sat at 5
Sundays at 11 • Closed Tues.
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3 miles East of Alexandria on Hwy. 27
to Liberty Road, North 3/4 mile
320-762-7092
ALWAYS
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• Full Service Bar
• Finest Quality &
Wide Variety of Menu Choices
• More than 50 Lunch Choices
• Dinner Specialties
Hand Cut Steak, BBQ Ribs, Pan Fried
Walleye, Prime Rib, Broasted Chicken
• Daily /Nightly Specials
• Most Items available for Take Out
Home of “Shoot The Minnow”
Fridays and Fishing Opener thru Labor Day
An 80 year tradition
of bringing you the BEST
Chicken and Fall-off-the-Bone Ribs
you will find anywhere!
Open 7 days a week!
11am - 10pm Dining Room • 11am - 1am Bar
• • •
Located downtown Nelson
On Central Lakes Bike Trail
320-762-2416
We offer our catering service for your special events.
www.corralsupperclub.com
110 30th Avenue West • 320.763.7763
[across from Cinema 9 & Viking Plaza Mall]
HAPPY HOUR S PE CI AL S
E v e r y day 3- 6 pm & 9pm- Cl os e .
L u n c h s pe c i al s Mon day - F r i day.
www. be n n i gan s . c om
Karoke Friday Nights
DJ Saturday Nights
115 6th Ave. E, Downtown Alexandria • 320-759-2277
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115 30th Ave E, Alexandria, MN
320-763-6565 • 1-800-657-3294
FULL MENU FROM A VARIETY OF
Appetizers to Salads, Sandwiches,
Prime Rib and Steaks

Fast Track Lunch Special
Mon-Fri 11am-1:30pm
Sunday Buffet starting at 9am
• Over 25 varieties of tap beer
• Nightly drink specials
(320)763-7128 | www.tennesseeroadhouse.com
4820 HIGHWAY 29 SOUTH
(320)763 7128 | www.tennesseeroadhouse.com
Great Food, Great Music,
& Great friends
Great Food, Great Music,
& Great friends
found here! found here!
(320)763-7128 | www.tennesseeroadhouse.com
482 4820 H 0 HIGH IGHWAY WAY 29 29 SO SOUTH UTH ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308
“PEOPLE’S CHOICE”
Douglas County Dining, 2010
“BEST DINNER RESTAURANT”
Readers Choice Award, Echo Press, 2009
320-759-0885
Full Menu 11 am - 11 pm daily
Hwy 94 & Hwy 29 S, Alexandria
www.doolittlesrestaurants.com
Full Menu including Ribs,
Broasted Chicken & Burgers!
Food Served Until 11 pm
Full Service Bar
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-1am
Fri.-Sun. 11am-1am
For more information call 320-834-2532
or 218-267-2726 during club hours.
OPEN DAILY • Serving lunch & dinner
• BURGERS • STEAKS • SEAFOOD • PASTAS
• ICE CREAM DRINKS • FULL BAR
4960 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria
1 Block N. of the Carlos / L’ Homme Dieu bridge
320-846-1051
www.interlacheninn.com
Since 1925, Alexandria’s Recommended Family Dining
Visit us at travelersinncafe.com
• Full Menu from Omlettes & Pancakes, to Walleye & Prime Rib
• Known for Great Breakfasts...
Egg Dishes, Omelettes, Pancakes, Waffl es and Biscuits & Gravy
• Breakfast Specials Mon - Sat until 10 AM
• Home-made Soups & Daily Specials
• Deli Sandwiches – Area’s Best Salad Bar
• Caramel Rolls & Home Made Pies
511 Broadway - Historic Downtown - 320-763-4000
Open
7 Days
a Week
Breakfast
served
All Day
HOURS:
Sun.-Thurs.
11am-1am
Fri. & Sat.
11am-2am
2 for 1 Happy Hour
Mon-Thurs 3-6 & 9-11 • Fri 9-11
320-834-3250 - Friend us on Facebook
OPEN DAILY FOR LUNCH
FULL MENU • FULL BAR
KITCHEN NOW OPEN UNTIL 10pm
LIVE MUSIC ON SAT.
MON. $5 Pizza Special
TUES. Burger & Beer Special
WED. Wing Special, 38 Flavors
FRI. Prime Rib
SAT. & SUN. Broasted Chicken & Ribs
Experience Classic Railcar Dining
STEAKS • CHOPS • SEAFOOD • PASTA
4417 St. Hwy. 27, Alexandria
3 miles east of downtown Alexandria
Reservations 320-763-6677
www.thewestonstation.com
Come home to Weston Station
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erhaps one of the most
eye-catching “landmarks”
in Alexandria is Big Ole –
a 28-foot tall Viking statue
that stands at the north
end of Broadway.
Born in 1965, the Viking has be-
come a much-respected resident in
the lakes area.
The idea for the
statue began in Janu-
ary of 1964 when
North Star World’s
Fair Corporation in
Osseo began work-
ing on an addition to
the Minnesota dis-
play for the New
York World’s Fair.
The display was to
feature the histori-
cal Kensington
Runestone in an
animated scene
titled “Minnesota, Birth-
place of America.” The new item to
coincide with this display was the
28-foot, four-ton Viking statue.
Big Ole was completed by Gorden
Displays of Minneapolis in April of
1965 and was transported to New
York just in time for the World’s Fair.
Big Ole arrived at his home in
Alexandria in front of the Runestone
Museum in December of 1965. Now,
almost 45 years later, he still stands
strong.
KENSINGTON RUNESTONE
It’s a controversy more than 100
years in the making: Did an immi-
grant Swedish farmer find a buried
rock in 1898 that contained an an-
cient runic message carved by
Viking explorers 100 years before
Columbus landed in America? Or is
the whole thing a hoax, perpetrated
by the farmer or some other
prankster?
A large replica of the Kensington
Runestone is located at a small,
wayside rest. Visitors can read the
inscription and take a photo by the
replica. The replica is located in a
small park at the east end of 6th Av-
enue in Alexandria.
Explore the controversy for your-
self at the Runestone Museum, lo-
cated at 206 Broadway in
Alexandria.
For more information call (320)
763-3160, or visit the museum’s
website at www.runestonemu-
seum.org.
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The 28-foot tall Viking statue is located at
the north end of Broadway in Big Ole Park,
across the street from the Runestone Mu-
seum at 206 Broadway.
KENSINGTON RUNESTONE
The world-famous Runestone is located at
the Runestone Museum, 206 Broadway in
Alexandria.
RUNESTONE MUSEUM
206 Broadway, Alexandria. Summer hours:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Along with the Runestone, the museum holds
exhibits on Native Americans, early immi-
grant history, the history of Alexandria, a
memorial/gun exhibit, a Minnesota wildlife
exhibit, and a hands-on children’s area.
FORT ALEXANDRIA
Houses the Runestone Museum and is a
nearly exact replica of the stockade built in
1862 and contains several original buildings,
including an 1889 church, a log cabin built in
the late 1860s and an 1885 schoolhouse.
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Open through Labor Day as weather permits | 2100 Arrowwood Ln., Alexandria, MN | On the shores of Lake Darling
HAPPY HOUR:
4–6pm Daily, well drinks & tap beer just $2.75/ea
LIVE MUSIC:
Wednesdays: Glen Everhart • Thursdays: Louie & Trevor from ‘57 Chevy
Traveling by boat or car, the Deck Bar
at Arrowwood is your best bet for an
amazing outdoor dining experience!
Hwy 27 E., Alexandria • 320-763-5555 • www.ronswarehouse.com
30,000 sq. ft. of Great Deals!
• insurance losses • factory direct merchandise • salesman samples
• truck upsets & container damage • unclaimed freight • furniture closeouts
• complete mattress center • clothing, groceries, hardware & so much more!
Everyday savings of
30-70% off
regular retail merchandise!
A M A Z I N G
Alexandria’s Liquidation Center!
Hwy 27 E., Alexandria • 320-763-5555 • www.ronswarehouse.co
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pend a day hiking the trails
and taking in all that nature
and Douglas County history
have to offer at historic
Spruce Hill Park in the north-
east corner of the county. This 97-acre
park is located at the site that was
once the village of Spruce Hill along the
old Otter Tail Trail – one of Minnesota’s
earliest highways.
The village was vacated in the early
20th century, but remnants of it are still
evident today through depressions in
the ground and old building foundation
pieces. The remains of an earthen dam
constructed to power a sawmill are
also still visible in the landscape.
Douglas County saw the value of the
area, rich with history, and purchased
nearly 100 acres in 1979 for use as a
county park for all residents and visitors
to enjoy.
Signs were created to mark focal
points of the old town to help visitors
relive the steps of settlers long past.
If you’re a history buff, or just a lover
of nature, don’t miss this wonderful
park!
Hike through history
SPRUCE HILL PARK
Once a vibrant and growing town, Spruce Hill did not
survive progress as it was bypassed by the railroad,
and could not combat a broken dam and the Panic of
1893. The settlement was vacated in the early
1900s.
THRIVING VILLAGE
The village quickly built up to include a hotel,
blacksmith shop, post office, store, school and a
sawmill, which operated from a dam built on
Spruce Creek.
NTEREST RENEWED
Anderson Dahl sparked an interest in the history of
old Spruce Hill as did rural artist, Ada A. Johnson be-
fore her, who penciled a sketch of the old town. The
sketch is prominently displayed at the historical so-
ciety.
HOW TO GET THERE
To reach the park, take Highway 29 N from Alexan-
dria to County Road 5. Travel east on County Road 5
for about five and one half miles. Turn left on
Spruce Hill Park Road (gravel) and travel another
half mile. The park is on the left side of the road.
Nature and history are waiting!
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How our lakes were named
One of the area’s most beautiful resources is its
lakes. The following is a historical account of
how area lakes were named:
AGNES - Named for early settler Will Kinkead’s
girlfriend who lived out East.
ANDREW- Named for the first physician in
Alexandria.
BURGEN - Named for William B. Burgen, who lived
on the southwest shore of the lake in 1869.
BROPHY - Named for the Brophy family, early resi-
dents.
CARLOS - (See explanation on Lake L’Homme
Dieu.)
CHARLIE - Named for a child of Charles Cook, an
early settler.
CHIPPEWA - Headwaters of Chippewa River,
named for Native Americans.
COWDRY - Named for Samuel B. Cowdry, an early
settler.
DARLING - Named in 1860 for early settler Andrew
Darling.
GENEVA - Named for Lake Geneva in Switzerland.
HENRY - Named for the son of Charles Cook, an
early settler.
IDA - Named by one of the first colonists on the
lake, Myron Colony, in honor of a girlfriend who
lived out East.
IRENE - (First known as Reservation Lake.)
Named for Irene Roadruck, the daughter of an
early settler.
L’HOMME DIEU - Accounts vary, but one is that
lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos were named by
an early settler in honor of two friends who at-
tended West Point Academy.
LATOKA - An Indian name.
LOBSTER- Named for its shape, which resembles
a lobster.
LOUISE - Named for a child of Charles Cook, an
early settler.
MAPLE – This name was chosen because of the
many maple trees that surrounded the lake.
MARY - Named for Mary Kinkead, a sister to some
of Alexandria’s original settlers.
MILTONA - Named for Florence Miltona Roadruck,
whose husband had a homestead in Leaf Valley.
MINA - Named by Fredric Von Baumback, a Pruss-
ian officer and a major in the Civil War, for his
mother.
MOSES - Probably named for the religious
prophet, but there was also a Moses family that
lived in the area.
OSAKIS - The lake’s name was most likely derived
from the Ojibwe Indian name for the lake. “Oh-za-
kees,” which means “place of the Sauk” and
refers to the Sauk Indians who roamed the area
for a short time.
OSCAR - Named for the King of Sweden.
Pocket - named for its contour, which resembles
a pocket.
SMITH - Named for a family that homesteaded
near the lake.
VICTORIA - Named for the English queen by Walter
S. Shotwell. His father, Daniel, homesteaded be-
tween lakes Victoria and Geneva in 1859.
WINONA - Probably named by Mary A. Kinkead,
sister of Alexander and William, the first settlers
in Alexandria for whom the city was named. The
first child born in Fort Alexandria was also named
“Winona.”
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Golf is a game that is played on a
fve-inch course,
the distance between your ears. - Bobby Jones
Joel Goldstrand Design
• 27 Hole Championship Golf Course
• Indoor Year Round Practice Facility • Best Golf Value in the Area
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Located 3 miles N on Hwy 29 to Co Rd 73,
then 1 mile E and then S on Liberty Rd
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• Relaxed & Friendly Atmosphere • Group Rates Available
• Monday & Wednesday Specials
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• 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Par 72 • 6,492 Yards
• Overlooking Beautiful Lake Minnewaska! • Full Service Bar
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Twilight, $29 - Unlimited holes! Call after 4 pm!
9 Holes, Weekdays $18; Weekends $21
18 Holes, Weekdays $30; Weekends $35
Great Membership Packages Available
FREE DRIVING RANGE WITH PAID GREEN FEES
15 miles S of Alexandria on Hwy 29 to Glenwood.
1.5 miles W of Glenwood on Hwy 28/29 W to Golf Course Rd
Call for Tee Times at 320-634-3680
2100 Arrowwood Lane NW • Alexandria
320-762-TEES (8337)
www.arrowwoodresort.com
• Pro-Shop • Snack Bar • Rentals • Open to the Public
Arrowwood is proud to announce Minnesota Golf at its fnest!
This newly renovated golf course was designed with wetland
preservation in mind and focuses on scenic lake views and
unique challenges. Experience the natural and undisturbed
beauty of Alexandria’s most scenic golf course.
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Your guide to area golf courses
Designed by Alexandria Native PGA Tour
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• 18 Hole Championship Layout • Located on Sauk Lake
• Golf Digest “Best Places to Play”2007-2011
• Golf Digest 4.5 Stars • Full Service Bar & Grill with Patio Seating
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
20 minutes east of Alexandria on Hwy 71 North of Sauk Centre
Call for Tee Time or Book Online
320-351-GOLF (4653) • www.greystonegc.net
• Scenic • Challenging • Par 35 • Food & Beverages Available
9 Holes of Golf $13 • 9 & Under FREE with Paid Adult
• Jr. & Sr. Rates • Cart Rental Available • Driving Range
SEASONAL OR WEEKLY PUNCH CARDS
5 miles west of Alexandria on Hwy 27 to CR 27, follow signs
Call for Tee Times or Book Online
320-886-1400 • www.hardwoodhillsgolf.com
• Public Golf Course • Driving Range • Club & Cart Rentals
• Homemade Food
GREEN FEES We accept Visa, Mastercard & Debit Cards
9 holes Mon.: $10.50 (Youths $6)
Tues.-Thurs.: $12.50 • Fri.-Sun. & Holidays: $14
Call for Youth & Senior Rates & Times
CART RENTAL - 9 holes: $12.50 • Additional 9 holes: $8
From I-94, Exit 90 at Brandon & fve miles N on Co. Rd. 16 NW
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Mon-Wed Specials: 2 golfers for 9 holes with cart $30
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Located 15 minutes west on State Hwy 27 N on
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Call for Tee Times 320-986-2342
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he Central Lakes Trail is a
paved, biking and walking
trail that spans Douglas
County from Osakis through
Evansville and on to Fergus
Falls in Otter Tail County.
The 55-mile-long trail, located on
the old Burlington Northern rail line
grade, connects the cities of Os-
akis, Nelson,
Alexandria,
Garfield, Brandon,
Evansville and
Melby in Douglas
County.
The trail head
and parking area in
Alexandria is lo-
cated at the north
end of Broadway in
Big Ole Central Park.
Other trail heads are
available in the cities
of Osakis, Garfield,
Brandon and Evansville. These trail
heads include a parking area,
portable restrooms and a trailside
shelter. A bike shelter is also avail-
able along the trail about one and
one-half miles east of Nelson.
The Central Lakes Trail also
connects to the Lake Wobegon trail,
which runs from Os-
akis through Sauk Cen-
tre to St. Joseph.
Together, they make
the longest paved
bike trail in the state.
The Central Lakes
Trail (www.central-
lakestrail.com) is
used as a snowmo-
bile trail in the win-
ter, however studs
are not allowed.
Share the Trail
BE COURTEOUS
All trail users should be respectful of each other, re-
gardless of mode of travel, speed or skill level.
RIGHT OF WAY
Know the specific rules of your trail, which may be local,
county, regional or state-controlled. In general, cyclists
should yield to all other users.
SIGNAL WHEN PASSING
Bells are great to use when farther back, especially
when followed by a greeting, “Good morning, I’ll be
passing on your left side” as you approach. Yelling “On
yer left” while passing at full speed is not courteous or
safe.
PASS ON THE LEFT
Just like a roadway, always pass trail users on the left
side and only when it is safe and clear to do so.
USE CAUTION AT CROSSINGS
There are many types of trail crossings in Minnesota,
and can be very dangerous when not paying full atten-
tion. Watch for signage and yield to cross traffic. If there
are multiple lanes or blind spots, use extra caution.
BE PREDICTABLE
Trails can be great for training, but trails are for every-
one. Never sacrifice your own or someone else’s safety
for convenience. On busy weekends and evenings, fast
training may be best left to the road. Signal your inten-
tions and be sensitive to others.
USE LIGHTS AT NIGHT
Some trails may be closed after dark. If open, a white
headlight is required along with a rear red reflector. Red
taillights are strongly recommended. Dark trails can re-
quire brighter lights to see hazards.
DO NOT BLOCK THE TRAIL
Group rides are fun, but don’t take up more than your
half of the trail. This often means riding single file on
the trails.
CLEAN UP LITTER
Don’t leave trash on the trail and pick up items (espe-
cially glass or other potentially hazardous debris) to
make the trail a better place for everyone.
From HaveFunBiking.com
The Central Lakes Trail has
something for everyone
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1705 Broadway, Alexandria, MN • 320-763-6557
• Quality Cenex Fuels
• Propane Filling Station
• Hunting & Fishing Licenses
• Bait & Tackle
• Hot Stuff Pizzas & Sandwiches
• Pop, Coffee, Snacks & More
• Auto & Tire Full Service Shop
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To be eligible
for the 2012
contest,
anglers must fill
out entry forms
completely or
they will not
qualify.
Fish must come
from lakes
inside Douglas
County or Pope
County.
Contest is winding down!
The Alexandria area fishing contest is winding down, but you still have
time if you enter your fish before the close of Labor Day weekend.
Entering our Alexandria area fishing contest is easy. You can enter your
fish at Christopherson’s Bait in Alexandria or Koep’s Bait and Tackle in Glen-
wood. Entry forms are available in both places and
must be filled out completely and clearly or it will
not qualify.
You can also e-mail us photos at
[email protected]. You must include their
name, address, phone number, division being en-
tered, date the fish was caught, species of fish,
weight of fish, type of bait used, depth of water
and name of the lake where the fish was caught.
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and minnow. His fish is the Junior Division
leader to date. He was fishing with his
grandfather.
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photo entries to
[email protected].
Include your name, address,
phone number, fish species,
date the fish was caught,
fish weight (pounds-ounces),
type of bait used, depth of
water and name of the lake.
This 6-lb., 1-oz. northern caught June 29 while
fishing in 15’ of water on Lake Darling earned Kory
Kyro of Champlin the leader’s spot in the Junior
Division to date.
JUNIOR DIVISION
WALLEYE
JULY 1 – Alex Haessly, Elk River, 8-lb.,
6-oz. walleye caught in 15-17’ of water on
Brophy Lake using a leech.
SUNFISH
MAY 31 – Kyle Hollenbeck, Lowry, 1-lb.,
1-oz., 10.5-inch sunfish caught in Lake
Rachel in 2’ of water on a spinner bait.
CRAPPIE
JULY 5 – Josh DeKramer, Mankato,
1.5-lb., 13-in. crappie caught in 5’ of water
on Lake Mary with a jig and minnow.
LARGEMOUTH BASS
JUNE 21 – Mitchell Anderson, Monte-
video, 5-lb., 4-oz. largemouth bass caught
in 1’ of water on Lake Reno using a power
bait.
NORTHERN
JUNE 29 – Kory Kyro, Champlin, 6-lb.,
1-oz. northern caught in 15’ of water on
lake Darling using a minnow.
NORTHERN
No entries.
SENIOR DIVISION
NORTHERN
JULY 16 – Mike Sholdhiess, Farwell, 8-
lb., 15-oz. northern caught in 18’ of water
on Lobster Lake using a Rapala.
LARGEMOUTH BASS
MAY 31 – Leonard J. Fox, Hastings, 5-
lb., 7-oz. largemouth bass caught in 3’ of
water on Lake Victoria using a minnow.
SUNFISH
MAY 28 – Kyle Samuelson, Alexandria,
1-lb., 9-oz. sunfish caught in 4’ of water of
Pocket Lake using a worm.
SMALLMOUTH BASS
JUNE 23 – Luke Englund, Round Rock,
Texas, 3-lb., 14-oz. smallmouth bass,
caught in 9’ of water on Lake Carlos using
a worm.
WALLEYE
JUNE 8 – Chef Dano Soden, Alexandria,
8-lb., 5-oz., 31” walleye caught in 14’ of
water on Lake Ida using a leech.
CRAPPIE
JUNE 30 – Liz Russell, Holmen, Wis-
consin, 1-lb., 14-oz crappie caught in 13’
of water on Lake Ida using a minnow.
Luke Englund of Round Rock, Texas, caught this 3-
lb., 4-oz. smallmouth bass in 9’ of water on Lake
Carlos June 23 to claim top honors in the Senior
Division.
2012 FISHING CONTEST LEADERS
Take your catch and
stop by Christopher-
son’s Bait on 3rd Av-
enue in Alexandria or
Koep’s Bait and
Tackle in Glenwood,
have your photo
taken for the Vaca-
tioner, then fill out a
fish slip to enter the
contest.
The contest ends
after Labor Day
weekend
Bryce Brooks of Alexandria
reeled in this 2-lb., 14-oz. large-
mouth bass July 1 while fishing
in 6’ of water on Lake Ida using a
plastic worm
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This 8-lb., 15-oz. northern caught by Mike Sholdhiess of
Farwell on July 16 put him at the top of the Senior Division
for this fish. Sholdhiess was fishing in 18’ of water on Lob-
ster Lake using a Rapala.
Mitch Evink of Alexandria caught this 4-lb., 2-oz. large-
mouth bass on Lake Geneva July 3 using a wax worm.
Corbin Martin of Wayzata pulled in
this nice 5-lb., 9-oz. walleye on July
5 while fishing in 8-10’ of water on
Lake L’Homme Dieu. He was using a
spinner bait.
Liz Russell of Holmen, Wisconsin pulled in a nice 1-lb., 14-oz. crappie to take over
the lead in the Senior Division. She was fishing in 13’ of water on Lake Ida with
a minnow on June 30.
Mitchell Anderson of Mankato caught a 5-lb., 4-oz.
largemouth bass on June 21 while fishing in 1’ of
water on Lake Reno. He was using a power bait to
reel in this Junior Division-leading fish.
W
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forward to several
days of camping or
just want to stop for
a picnic, Douglas
County offers a variety of city,
county and state parks perfect for
your needs.
Most of the communities in Dou-
glas County maintain parks, many
offering playground equipment and
picnic areas. There’s even a park
just for your pup!
Most facilities are open year
round for outdoor fun and recreation
from hiking and walking to skiing
and skating.
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ALEXANDRIA CITY PARK
North Alexandria, 1 block west of Co. Rd. 42.
Playground, picnic area, tennis courts, swimming
beach, bathhouse and fishing pier.
BIG OLE CENTRAL PARK
North end of Broadway, Alexandria.
Gazebo and parking area for the Central Lakes
Trail.
DEAN MELTON FILLMORE PARK
Fillmore St. and 15th Ave West, Alexandria
FRED FOSLIEN PARK
In Victoria Heights, 2 blocks south of Hwy 27 off
Knut St., Alexandria
GENEVA CREST PARK
West side of Lake Geneva, Alexandria. Hwy 27 East
to Birch Ave., east on Basswood, two blocks east
on Geneva Drive.
GOOSE PARK
Three blocks west of Broadway on 5th Ave. West,
Alexandria
LAKE AGNES PARK
South shore of Lake Agnes along Co. Rd. 37 in
Alexandria
LAKE CONNIE PARK
7th Ave. East between Roosevelt and Spruce
streets in Alexandria
LAKEVIEW PARK
Hwy 27 East and Birch Ave, Alexandria. Hwy 27
East to Birch Ave, west on Runestone Place, west
on Lake Park Ave.
LEGION PARK
Broadway and 8th Ave. West, Alexandria
MANOR HILLS PARK
Hwy 29 North to Manor Drive, two blocks right on
Springdale, Alexandria.
MARTIN’S HOPE PARK
2nd Ave. across from Big Ole Central Park.
NOONAN PARK
Nokomis Street and 10th Ave., Alexandria.
OAK KNOLL PARK
Northeast side of Alexandria near McKay Ave. Hwy
29 North, right on McKay, left on Oak Knoll Drive.
There’s one calling your name!
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OSAGI PARK
On Lake Street in Osakis.
Picnic tables, shelter, restrooms, playground and lakeshore (no
swimming area).
POOCH PLAYLAND
Dog park with fenced-in area. South end of Victor St, east side
of Alexandria.
RUNESTONE PARK
Located about one mile east of Broadway in Alexandria on 6th
Avenue East.
COUNTY PARKS
KENSINGTON RUNESTONE PARK
15 miles west of Alexandria, State Hwy 27.
Where the Kensington Runestone was found. Picnic tables,
shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water,
heated building with kitchen facilities, softball field, horseshoe
pit, volleyball court, playground, hiking trails, historic displays.
LAKE BROPHY PARK
West of Alexandria at the intersection of Co. Roads 82 and 8.
Picnic tables, charcoal grills, restroom, drinking water, play-
ground, scenic views of Lake Brophy.
CHIPPEWA PARK
Three miles north of Brandon on Co. Rd 108.
Picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, restrooms with show-
ers, drinking water, swimming beach (no lifeguard), play-
ground, horseshoe pit, camping sites.
CURT FELT MEMORIAL PARK
North of Alexandria off Co. Rd. 42.
Volleyball court, playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, softball
field.
SPRUCE HILL PARK
North of Alexandria near Miltona. Hwy 29 to Co. Rd.. 5 east 5
miles.
Picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms,
drinking water, softball field, interpretive trail, hiking trails.
STATE PARK
LAKE CARLOS STATE PARK
Near Carlos. Hwy 29 north from Alexandria, west on Co. Rd. 38
at sign. Left into park entrance. Permit is required.
Hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, picnic tables, shelters,
swimming beach, kids’ play area, camp sites, camper cabins,
group camp, restrooms with showers, boat landing, amphithe-
ater, equestrian area.
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AARON
Size: 545 acres
Depth: 16 feet
Game fish: Northern, pan fish,
largemouth bass, walleye
Features: Shallow lake with sandy beaches
Public access: Southeast end
AGNES
Size: 137 acres
Depth: 31 feet
Game fish: Pan fish, northern, bass, some
walleye
Features: Fishing pier in City Park, poor
water quality
Public access: Carry-in access from park
on south side
ANDREW
Size: 946 acres
Depth: 83 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish,
largemouth bass
Features: Sandy beaches, popular recre-
ational lake
Public access: Southeast side from Co. Rd.
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BROPHY
Size: 289 acres
Depth: 44 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern,
largemouth bass, pan fish
Features: Near Alexandria, small, heavy
aquatic vegetation
Public access: Northwest shore off Co. Rd.
82
BURGEN
Size: 184 acres
Depth: 43 feet
Game fish: Northern, pan fish,
some bass and walleye
Features: Small, near Alexandria, steeply
sloped shoreline
Public access: North end of lake off Co. Rd.
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CARLOS
Size: 2,520 acres
Depth: 163 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish,
largemouth bass
Features: Access to chain of lakes, clear,
deep
Public access: North shore in state park,
northeast shore near
state park, west
shore off Co. Rd.
11, east shore
CHIPPEWA
Size: 1,186 acres
Depth: 95 feet
Game fish: Wall-
eye, northern,
pan fish, large-
mouth bass
Features: Deep
lake
Public access:
Northeast corner
off Co. Rd. 12
COWDRY
Size: 238 acres
Depth: 52 feet
Game fish: Walleye,
northern,
largemouth bass,
pan fish
Features: Small, clear
lake near Alexandria
Public access: North-
east corner off Co. Rd.
82, west of Alexandria
DARLING
Size: 954 acres
Depth: 62 feet
Game fish: Northern, pan fish, largemouth
bass, walleye
Features: Water access to chain of lakes
Public access: Access by water from Lake
Carlos
DEVILS
Size: 221 acres
Depth: 35 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth
bass, pan fish
Features: Small, spring-fed lake
Public access: North side of lake off Co.
Rd. 7
GENEVA
Size: 631 acres
Depth: 63 feet
Game fish:
Largemouth bass,
northern, pan fish,
walleye
Features: Pier on north
end, access to chain of
lakes
Public access: North
side, east side
HENRY
Size: 159 acres
Depth: 32 feet
Game fish: Northern, pan fish,
some bass
Features: Near Alexandria,
small, next to City Park
Public access: Accessible by
water from Agnes
IDA
Size: 4,289 acres
Depth: 106 feet
Game fish: Walleye, bass,
northern, pan fish
Features: Large, clear lake with
sandy beaches
Public access: North side,
two accesses on east side
IRENE
Size: 630 acres
Depth: 44 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth
bass, pan fish
Features: Small lake near Miltona
Public access: Northwest side, southeast
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LATOKA
Size: 776 acres
Depth: 108 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth
bass, pan fish
Features: Clear, deep, very good water
quality
Public access: North side, west side of
south basin
L’HOMME DIEU
Size: 1,744 acres
Depth: 85 feet
Game fish: Walleye, largemouth bass,
northern, pan fish
Features: Access to chain of lakes, swim-
ming beach
Public access: Northwest side off Co. Rd.
42, northeast side off Co. Rd. 120
LOBSTER
Size: 1,308 acres
Depth: 65 feet
Game fish: Northern, pan fish, walleye,
bass, muskellunge
Features: Many bays and points, heavy
recreational use
Public access: West end of lake off Co. Rd.
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MAPLE
Size: 815 acres
Depth: 78 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern,
largemouth bass, pan fish
Features: Mostly shallow,
excellent water quality
Public access: Two accesses on
north shore near Forada
MARY
Size: 2,371 acres
Depth: 40 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth
bass, pan fish
Features: Large lake, popular fishing and
recreational lake
Public access: Northwest corner off State
Hwy 27, southwest corner off Co. Rd. 4
MILL
Size: 461 acres
Depth: 40 feet
Game fish: Walleye,
northern, pan fish,
largemouth bass
Features: Spring-fed,
moderately developed
Public access: South-
east corner of the lake
MILTONA
Size: 5,838 acres
Depth: 105 feet
Game fish: Wall-
eye, bass, north-
ern, pan fish,
muskellunge
Features:
Largest lake in
the county,
deep, diverse
habitat
Public access: North shore off Co.
Rd. 14, northeast side off State Hwy. 29,
township access on east side
MOSES
Size: 822 acres
Depth: 32 feet
Game fish: Walleye, largemouth bass, pan
fish, northern
Features: Clear water, moderately devel-
oped
Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 16
OSAKIS
Size: 6,270 acres
Depth: 73 feet
Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish,
bass
Features: Large lake with many bars and
fishing structures
Public access: South end in Osakis, west
side off Co. Rd. 10, north end off Co. Rd.
10, east side
OSCAR
Size: 1,040 acres
Depth: 25 feet
Game fish: Walleye, pan
fish, northern, muskellunge
Features: Infested with
Eurasian water milfoil
Public access: North side
off of State Hwy. 27
RED ROCK
Size: 708 acres
Depth: 22 feet
Game fish: Northern,
walleye, largemouth
bass, pan fish
Features: Shallow
Public access: East side
of lake off Co. Rd. 1
SMITH
Size: 575 acres
Depth: 30 feet
Game fish: Northern, wall-
eye, pan fish, largemouth
bass
Features: Spring-fed, diverse
aquatic vegetation
Public access: Northeast corner
VICTORIA
Size: 419 acres
Depth: 60 feet
Game fish: Northern, walleye,
largemouth bass, pan fish
Features: Long, narrow lake with
access to Lake Geneva
Public access: South end of lake off
Co. Rd. 23
WINONA
Size: 190 acres
Depth: 9 feet
Game fish: Bullhead, perch, crappie
Features: Poor water quality, algal blooms,
little fishing
Public access: City-owned,
carry-in access
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W
hat could be better
on a hot summer
day than a dip in the
cool waters of a
crystal blue lake? And in the land of
10,000 lakes, there are plenty of op-
tions for water lovers.
Douglas County offers several op-
tions for public beaches, both life-
guard staffed and
non-lifeguard-staffed. Cool and clean,
bright and sparkling, the waters of the
area lakes seem to call your name.
Public Beaches
LIFEGUARD-STAFFED
LAKE L’HOMME DIEU BEACH
Alexandria. Take Highway 29 north of
Alexandria to the beach.
LAKE LATOKA BEACH
Alexandria. County Road 82 west from
Alexandria, south on County Road 90,
then west on Latoka Beach Road.
NON-LIFEGUARD-STAFFED
LAKE OSAKIS BEACH
Osakis. Located on East Lake Street.
CITY PARK BEACH
Alexandria. Lake Henry in the Alexandria City Park,
one block west of County Road 42 (North Nokomis).
ROTARY BEACH
Alexandria. Located off County Road 42
between lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos.
LAKE CARLOS STATE PARK
Carlos. Located about seven miles north of
Alexandria off State Highway 29 and County Road 38.
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