Alexandria MN Lakes Area Official 2012 Visitors Guide

ur legacy of hospitality dates back to the late 1800s when Midwesterners traveled by train to the Alexandria Lakes Area.
Our early vacationers found lodging at luxurious lakeside hotels, casual fishing camps and some of Minnesotas earliest resorts. It was in the Alexandria Lakes Area where they, and their friends, enjoyed cool lakes, refreshing swims and excellent fishing.
The Lakes Area offers a wide variety of outdoor activities. Our lakes are top producers offering some of the best multi-species fishing in the Midwest. Cyclists, walkers and anyone who wants to get a little closer to nature enjoys the paved Central Lakes Trail. In the winter months, the trail becomes part of a 500-mile groomed snowmobile trail system. More importantly, what made the Alexandria Lakes Area popular over a century ago still holds true today. Visitors comment how welcome they feel, and how much they enjoy the relaxing lifestyle. We sincerely desire to provide you with a refreshing time away. Please let us know how we can help you plan a getaway to our beautiful Lakes Area. For more information call 1-800-235-9441 or visit us online at www.VacationAlexandriaMN.com
Geneva Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Geneva Golf Club Grill . . . . . . . . 48 Glenwood State Bank . . . . . . . . . 54 GNC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Grandpas Attic & Gifts. . . . . . . . 50 Hardwood Hills Golf . . . . . . . . . . 47 Hilltop Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Interlachen inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Investment Ctrs of America . . . . . 1 Jakes Bike Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Jans Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Juettner Motors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Knute Nelson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Lake Miltona Visitors Bureau. . . . 22 Leas Pet Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Lube-Tech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Magpie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Midsota Plastic Surgeons . . . . . . 57 Minnewaska Golf Club . . . . . . . . 46 MN Lakes Maritime Museum . . . 45 Nokomis Coin Laundry. . . . . . . . 53 Ollies Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Papa Murphy's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Perkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Pine Ridge Golf Course. . . . . . . . 46 Pizza Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Rons Warehouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Runestone Electric Assn. . . . . . . . 53 Runestone Museum . . . . . . . . . . 45 Scandinavian Gift Shop . . . . . . . 50 Sid's Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Sixth Ave Wine & Ale . . . . . . . . . 49 Snap Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Steinbring Motorcoach. . . . . . . . 55 Stubs Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Sweet Seasons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 The Mustard Seed . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Theatre LHomme Dieu . . . . . . . 45 Travelers Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Trumm Drug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Viking Speedway . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Weston Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Yesterdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Today, Alexandria is a year round vacation destination offering travelers a wide selection of bed & breakfasts, motels/hotels, resorts and campgrounds. As a regional hub, visitors can enjoy a large shopping center, strip malls, big box stores, specialty shops, fine restaurants, historic downtown Alexandria and Carlos Creek Winery, an award-winning vintner. If you are a history buff, dont miss the Runestone Museum & Fort Alexandria (home of the famous Kensington Runestone), the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Senator Knute Nelsons restored residence, now home to the Douglas County Historical Society.
1st Minnesota Realty . . . . . . . . . 13 Ace Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Alex Carpet One . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Alex RV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Alex Travel/Utopia Tours . . . . . . . 55 Alexandria Area Arts Assn. . . . . . 44 Alexandria Area Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Alexandria Aviation . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Alexandria Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Alexandria Dock Works. . . . . . . . 54 Alexandria Motors . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Alexandria Technical & Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . OBC/58 Andes Tower Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Angelinas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Apols Harley Davidson . . . . . . . . 55 Arrowwood Atikwa Golf . . . . . . . 46 Arrowwood Deck Bar & Grill . . . 49 Arrowwood Lake Caf . . . . . . . . 49 Bennigans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Bethany Community . . . . . . . . . 56 Bike & Fitness Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Bobbers Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Broadway Medical Center . . . . . 57 Brophy Bay Mart. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Bug-a-Boo Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Carlos Creek Winery . . . . . . . . . . 29 Central Marine & Sports. . . . . . . 55 Cherry Street Books . . . . . . . . . . 51 Christophersons Bait . . . . . . . . . 53 Coldwell Banker-Crown Realtors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Counselor Realty-Akenson . . . . . 13 Creative Touch Gallery . . . . . . . . 50 Crooked Willow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 D. Michael Bs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Diekmans Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Doolittles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Douglas County Hospital . . . . . . 56 Downtown/Plaza Liquor . . . . . . . 53 Echo Press Newspaper . . . . . . . . 12 Edina Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ericksons Petting Zoo. . . . . . . . . 44 Fat Daddys Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . 48 Garden Center Lanes . . . . . . . . . 48
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Located only a couple hours northwest of the Twin Cities on I-94, the Alexandria Lakes Area is perfect for family vacations, weekend getaways and business meetings.
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Retail Advertiser Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IFC Fun Things to Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Spring Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Summer Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 Fall Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fishing The Lakes Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Museums & History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8 Parks & Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10 Winery & Orchards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Theatre & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Community Profile & Relocation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 Conventions, Groups & Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Campgrounds & Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Bed & Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Motels, & Graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-19 Resort Graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-22 Resorts & Area Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-39 Aaron & Moses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Amelia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Brophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Carlos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Darling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27 Geneva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Ida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Le Homme Dieu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Maple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35 Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Miltona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37 Osakis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39 Reno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Victoria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Villard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Area Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-30 Central Lakes State Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-41 Winter Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45 Golf Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-47 Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-49 Antiques & Specialty Gift Shops . . . . . . . . . . .50-51 More Shopping & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52-55 Healthcare & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57
This book is a publication of the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, 206 Broadway, Alexandria MN 56308. Photography and graphic design by the creative team at MJ Communications of Alexandria. Reproduction in part or whole is prohibited without permission.
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City Wide Garage Sale

All the fun is not restricted to the lakes on fishing opener weekend. The official city wide garage sale happens opener weekend too! Look for advertisements in the local newspaper, and follow the signs in search of collectibles and other treasures.
Live Theatre
Located in downtown Alexandria, the AAAA Theatre presents several community productions from October to May. The fare includes theatre, visual arts, music and more. www.alexandriaareaarts.org Theatre LHomme Dieu has been presenting exciting and entertaining summer theatre for more than 50 years. The theatre partners with professional, regional theatres in presenting live performances. Show and ticket information for 2012 is online at www.tlhd.org. (More Theatre Information on Page 11)
Wild Flowers
The Alexandria Lakes Area includes two biomes, the prairie grassland in the west and southeast and temperate deciduous forest in the south-central, north and east. Wildflower enthusiasts will find a wide variety of native plants to view and photograph. Our State Parks and the Central Lakes Trail are a good place to start your native plant adventure.
Theatre L'Homme Dieu
Awake the Lakes Festival

Awake the Lakes and Rib Fest The Lakes Area kicks off summer with a Memorial Day weekend of activities at Big Ole Central Park. The events are centered around the popular Rib Fest, live music, family fun, and fireworks. Contact the Chamber for more information. www.awakethelakes.com
Breakfast with Big Ole

Fort Alexandria, at the Runestone Museum, comes alive on Memorial Day weekend when the public is invited to Breakfast with Big Ole. This family friendly get together is great fun! Enjoy a hearty breakfast of egg bake, fruit, juice and oldfashioned egg coffee. Even Big Ole himself will be in attendance for the kids. www.runestonemuseum.org
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Osakis 5K Run
In mid-June, runners wind their way through Osakis on this fun run. The event is open to all ages. For more information call: 320-859-5770.
4th of July Fireworks

The Lakes Area has several outstanding professional fireworks shows in Alexandria, Osakis and Glenwood. These professional shows are a safe way to celebrate the 4th of July. Check with your lodging facility, or the Chamber of Commerce for times and locations.
Red Willow Arts Coalition Concert Series

Professional musicians perform a series of free outdoor concerts every Thursday on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn. The season runs from the week before Memorial Day through the week prior to Labor Day. A very wide variety of music is presented. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the free entertainment.
Spend A Day At The Beach

City Park Beach is located on Lake Henry. Turn left off of Highway 29 North onto County Road 42, then turn left onto City Park Road. Lake Le Homme Dieu Beach is north of Alexandria on Highway 29 just past the city limits. The beach is also accessible by a paved off-road bicycle path that connects the city neighborhoods south of the lake. Lake Latoka Beach is located on the north shore of Lake Latoka. Travel west of Alexandria on County Road 82. Turn south (left) onto County Road 90 and then west (right) onto Latoka Beach Road. Lake Osakis Beach is located on the southeast corner of the lake. Take Highway 27 East of Osakis and turn left at Lake Street. Take the next right onto East Lake Street. Lake Carlos State Park is 10 miles north of Alexandria on Highway 29. It offers visitors a nice swimming beach and picnic area. A permit is required to enter the park. Lake Minnewaska Beach is located in Glenwood on Lakeshore Drive just west of Lakeside Ballroom. Douglas County Fair is held in mid-August
Beetles Baseball
The Northwoods League features some of the top college players in the nation. Allen Craig, the standout player in game seven of the 2011 World Series, played with the Beetles in 2005. His 12 home runs and .362 batting average are franchise records in Alexandria. The Alexandria Beetles season runs from June through August, with the home games being played at Knute Nelson Stadium in downtown Alexandria. www.alexandriabeetles.com
Master Gardener - Tour of Gardens

The tour is the event of the summer for gardening enthusiasts, as some of the area's finest private gardens are opened to the public. This annual event is held on July 8, 2012 and there is a nominal admission fee. For more information contact University of Minnesota Extension, Master Gardeners of Douglas County at 320-762-3890. www.dcmg.info
Vikingland Band Festival

In its 27th year, the Vikingland Band Festival is Minnesotas largest marching band competition. Last years event featured over 20 bands! Thousands of avid spectators line the downtown streets cheering on their favorite bands. The event will be held on Sunday, June 24, 2012. www.marching.com/events/vbf/
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Classic Car Shows

If you enjoy hot rods, street rods and classic automobiles, dont miss Alexandrias Annual Vintage Car Club Show and Swap Meet held in late June at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The equally popular Roddin Round the Lake car show is held in downtown Osakis in early July.
Art in the Park

This popular arts festival is held in Alexandrias City Park on Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29. It features beautiful crafts, fine artisans, musicians and a wide array of food vendors. Alexandria Area Arts Association sponsors the event, now in its 36th year!
Resorters Golf Tournament

Now in its 91st year, the Resorters Golf Tournament is one of three resort circuit tournaments in Minnesota. The August tourney is held at the Alexandria Golf Club, and features some of the finest amateur golfers in the nation. Past winners include PGA professional and hometown golfer, Tom Lehman.
Viking Speedway
Viking Speedway, The high flying half mile is a semi-banked clay oval that races five WISSOTA sanctioned classes: Late Model, Modified, Super Stock, Midwest Modified and Street Stock. The track is in its 46th year and in that time fans have seen some of the top racers in the country. Races are held every Saturday night, from the end of April through Labor Day. Special events are planned for 2012, including the Viking Fall Classic in October. www.vikingspeedway.net
Chain of Lakes Classic Boat Show

Classic inboards, rowboats and vintage fiberglass boats are on display at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center on Lake Darling. The annual event is held on Saturday, July 14th, 2012. It is sponsored by the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and is free to the public.
Rose City Threshing Festival

This mid-August festival recreates rural farm life in the early to mid-twentieth century. Everything is a bit old fashioned. Hissing and chugging steam engines dramatically lend power to sawing and threshing demonstrations. The farmsteads many buildings hold displays, antique tractors and wonderful things to eat.
Festival of the Lakes

The mid-August festival features nationally known musicians performing a repertoire of chamber music, orchestral works and solos. www.alexfest.org
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Rose City Threshing Festival
Quilts Along The Trail

This early September show is held along the Central Lakes Trail in downtown Osakis. This exhibit showcases the talents and skills of central Minnesota quilters in many varieties and time periods - from antique and vintage to traditional and contemporary.
Experience Fall Colors

The hardwoods come alive with radiant hues across the Alexandria Lakes Area making us a convenient and delightful destination for a colorful day trip, a weekend or more. There is easy access to the scenery via state park trails and the Central Lakes Recreation Trail. Travelers will enjoy the winding roads, beautiful lakes and rolling hills. For color updates call the Chamber of Commerce.
Hunting
Hunting is a fall tradition for many Minnesotans, and there is no better place to enjoy the outdoors than in Douglas County. The County has 44 DNR wildlife management areas. These public prairies and wetlands provide wildlife watching opportunities, as well as recreation for upland, waterfowl, and deer hunters. Learn more at www.dnr.state.mn.us
Grape Stomp & Wine Festival

Carlos Creek Winery hosts this annual threeday event September 14-16, 2012. The festival attracts more than 18,000 spectators. It features tours of the winery, artisans, a wide array of food booths, Grape Stomp contests, live entertainment and much more. The winery is just three miles north of Alexandria on County Road 34.
Alexandria 5K /10K Run

The 5th Annual event supports the mission of the Lakes Area Humane Society. Besides the 5K and 10K runs, the event includes a scenic dog walk to City Park, and a 1K Kids run for children 12 and under. For more information visit www.alexandria5K10Krun.com
Bowling
Though you can hit the lanes anytime of the year, it is the ideal activity for rainy days or the cooler months. Alexandria has one of the largest, most modern lanes between here and the west coast. Garden Center Lanes in Alexandria, MN is home of the Northwests largest Handicap and Prize Fund Tournament. www.gardencenterlanes.com
Applefest at Carlos Creek Winery

This October 20th celebration of the apple harvest at Carlos Creek Winery is a wonderful event for the whole family. Visitors can enjoy art, food and craft vendors, along with hayrides, pumpkin painting, live entertainment and much more. Words cannot describe the Long Shot Catapult Challenge. You just have to experience it. www.carloscreekwinery.com
Applefest is held October 20, 2012 at Carlos Creek Winery
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Alexandria Lakes Area A Fishing Destination Since 1879

the better. The Minnesota DNR classifies the lakes in the Alexandria area as mesotrophic. Mesotrophic lakes have medium nutrient levels making them an ideal home to sport fish such as walleye, small and large mouth bass, crappies, panfish, muskie and northern pike. The Minnesota DNR stocks many of the area lakes and local clubs, like the Viking Sportsmen (www.vikingsportsmen.org), annually contribute millions of walleye fry to area lakes. Dana Freese of Christopherson Bait, has been on every fishable lake in the Alexandria Lakes Area. This is a great area for multi-species fishing and its one of the few areas where you can reasonably expect to catch walleyes, bass, northern pike, and muskie, as well as some really good panfishing, Freese commented. Pretty much whatever you want to fish for is around here. The walleye has dethroned the bass, as many prefer its mild flavor, but make no mistake about it, bass fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area is still very popular and rewarding. Freese has fished bass on Mexicos famous Lake El Salto and has high praise for Alexandria. The best fishery we have is bass, states Freese. Its as good as anything in the world for numbers and average size. Theres nowhere better! Hard water fishing can be very productive. According to Freese, walleye fishing can be fairly good in the evening from when anglers can safely get out on the ice until early January. The rest of the winter anglers fish for crappies and panfish. Contact the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for information on icehouse rentals at area resorts. Visit the Department of Natural Resources' website (www.dnr.state.mn.us), and click on the "Lake Finder" link, for data on any Minnesota lake. The Vikingland Sportsmen Club has stocked area lakes with over 611,000 pounds of walleye fingerlings since 2008.
The arrival of passenger train service to Alexandria in 1879 opened the entire region. Most visitors focused on outdoor activities and it wasnt long before Alexandrias bountiful lakes were heralded as Minnesotas Bass Fishing Capital. Back then the bass was king! Bass were plentiful and anglers loved catching, as well as eating them. Vintage photographs show the smiling anglers with large strings of trophy-sized bass posed on the shores of areas lakeside hotels. The northern pike, sunfish and crappies were also popular. The walleye was only found in limited numbers throughout the region. Fast-forward to today and much has changed, and many anglers would say for
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Runestone Museum & Fort Alexandria

Is the Kensington Runestone and its mysterious runic message authentic? Recent laboratory analysis of the stone says yes! But controversy continues to swirl around this internationally renowned artifact, even as more supporting evidence of its authenticity is revealed. Visit the museum, see the Runestone and learn its storythen decide for yourself. The museum also features a collection of Native American artifacts, period displays, historic photographs and a childrens area. The new aviation exhibit features Douglas County native and aviation pioneer, Freddie Lund. Fearless Freddie was a stunt flyer, racer and the World Aerobatic Champion in 1930. www.runestonemuseum.org and a half. Minnesotas lake memories are on display, as well as extensive ChrisCraft, Gar Wood and Larson Boats exhibits. The museum is located in downtown Alexandria adjacent to the Runestone Museum. Open Mid-May to Mid-October. www.mnlakesmaritime.org complete family research center, local archives and on-going displays. www.dchsmn.org
DCHS History Tours

Mid-May Cemetery Tour This three-hour tour sheds light on some of the area's most obscure and historic pioneer burial grounds. Your tour guide shares area history, traditions and entertaining stories. www.dchsmn.org Chain of Lakes Pontoon History Tour Once a month in June, July and August, the Douglas County Historical Society provides a guided pontoon history tour on the Lake Darling and L'Homme Dieu. The two and a half hour tour includes grand hotel history, important landmarks and area lore. The Historical society offers other interesting tours throughout the year. For more information: 320-762-0382. www.dchsmn.org Douglas County Historical Society
Historic Spruce Hill Church

This early 1900s church, located north of Alexandria, is under the care of the Douglas County Historical Society. It features a hand-carved pictorial lectern. Traditional Easter and Christmas services, and a mid-summer hymn fest are held each year. www.dchsmn.org
Douglas County Historical Society

During the late 1800s Minnesotas United States Senator Knute Nelson called Alexandria home. Today his beautifully restored home on Nokomis Street is open to the public. It houses the Douglas County Historical Society and features a
Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum

From grand hotels, resorts and private fishing clubs, to classic boats, the Minnesota lakes have a rich and colorful history reaching back nearly a century
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Pioneer Village Museum Pope County Museum

Visit the Pope County Museum in Glenwood. Located on the shores of Lake Minnewaska, the museum features a unique collection of Native American arts and crafts, as well as exhibits on pioneer life, historic buildings and military history. www.popecountyhistory.com Located in Evansville, Minnesota, the Pioneer Village features a real log cabin, dugout home, root cellar, pioneer church, town hall, and exhibits of area history. The Evansville Historical Foundation also maintains the beautiful Mound Grove Cemetery, and its Veteran's Memorial, designed by horticulture expert, Jane P. McKinnon. Check website for hours. www.evansvillemn.net
Terrace Mill Historic District

Located in a picturesque valley on the Chippewa River, the 1903 mill is a welcome stop along the Glacial Ridge Trail. The Terrace Mill historic district features a 1903 vintage flourmill, keystone arch bridge, weir dam, millpond, log cabin, and heritage cottage. Terrace is located 12 miles south of Glenwood on State Highway 104. www.terracemill.org
City Park Beach shoers trek through the snowy woods and tamarack bog. Snowmobilers can tour the park via trails connected to the 500-mile Douglas Area Trail Association trail system. Lake Carlos State Park is one of Minnesotas nicest parks anytime of the year. Always check the Minnesota DNR website for a calendar of events. www.dnr.state.mn.us
Lake Carlos State Park

Lake Carlos State Park, north of Alexandria on Highway 29, is more than a place to just take a hike. The park on Lake Carlos offers hiking, swimming, picnic facilities, camping and horseback riding trails, all in a hardwood forest setting. The park naturalist provides a wide variety of programs for all age groups throughout the year. Kids Discovery Kits, Birding Kits, Fishing Kits and GPS units can be checked out at no charge. A fishing license is not needed when fishing from park grounds. Canoes and snowshoes can be rented in the park. The naturalist also has programs planned for the Central Lakes Trail and Glacial Lakes State Park in Starbuck. In the winter, cross-country skiers enjoy its scenic groomed trails while snow-
Alexandria City Park

Located on a point between Lake Henry and Lake Agnes, City Park is a beautiful shaded setting with picnic tables, a bandstand, swings, shuffleboard and a public beach. The park can be reached by taking the walking path at Big Ole Park. Driving directions: turn left off Highway 29 north onto County Road 42, take the next left onto City Park Road.
Inspiration Peak Overlook

Sinclair Lewis once called the view from the top at Inspiration Peak one of the most spectacular sights in the state and visitors today still agree. The Peak is one of the highest points in Minnesota and the walk to the top reveals a farreaching vista of hardwoods, farmland and lakes. Fall colors at The Peak can be absolutely breathtaking. There is a picnic area near the parking lot. The site is managed by Lake Carlos State Park.
Big Ole Central Park

This park is easy to find in downtown Alexandria; just look for a 28-foot tall Viking statue on the shores of Lake Agnes. It is a trailhead for the Central Lakes Trail, with off-street parking. Several times a week during the summer and fall it hosts a farmers market.
Runestone replica on Highway 27 East
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Carlos Creek Winery Ericksons Petting Zoo

A visit to this petting zoo gives children of all ages a memorable experience to take home with them. The 95year-old farmsteads big red barn is home to farm animals, llama, alpaca and a variety of birds. The zoo is located west of Osakis off Highway 27 and open Memorial Day weekend Labor Day. Ericksons open their Corn Maze over Halloween for a hauntingly good time. www.ericksonspettingzoo.com Carlos Creek Winery produces red, white and apple wines from Minnesota grape varieties. Hot Dish Red, You Betcha Blush and Marquette are just a few of their award winners. The tasting room is open year round and tours are available. The very popular Grape Stomp & Fall Festival is scheduled for September 14-16, 2012. More than 18,000 people attended last years event, so plan ahead. Applefest celebrates the fall apple harvest on October 20, 2012. This event includes a catapult contest, with teams competing to build the best pumpkin-throwing machine. Its great fun! Visit their website for the a complete listing of events, year round activities and entertainment. www.carloscreekwinery.com Holmes City Organic Strawberries Have fun picking your own "berry perfect" organic strawberries. Containers available. Located 10 miles west of Alexandria on Hwy. 27 at 6033 Country Lane SW. Call for picking conditions and ready-picked availablilty. (320) 886-5382 www.hcberries.com Ranums West Lake Mary Orchard has been growing apples, garden produce and raspberries (Summer-bearing) for years. They are open daily 7am until dark June through November. The orchard is located 6 miles west of Alexandria on Hwy 27, then south 1/2 mile on Hwy 114. You will also find them at the Alexandria Farmers Market. For a complete listing and map of Lakes Area growers visit www.minnesotagrown.com
Noonans Park
Named after its founder, Phil Noonan, a local philanthropist and businessman, this park is a delightful place to feed the ducks and geese in the warm months, and to ice skate on its ponds in the winter. The park is located just off Nokomis Street, between 9th and 10th Avenue East.
Alexandria Farmers Market

The Lakes Area has over 20 producers of apples, berries, honey, sweet corn, chicken, lamb, elk and beef. Many sell their wares at Alexandrias Farmers Market located in Big Ole Park just a half block north of the Chamber of Commerce and Runestone Museum. Hours are: May to mid-June, Sat. 9-Noon; mid-June to October, Sat. & Tues. 9-Noon, Thurs. 3-6 pm.
Kensington Runestone Park

In 1898, Olaf Ohman unearthed a carved stone (Kensington Runestone) while clearing a field. The Ohman farmstead, located near Kensington, is now a county park. It offers picnic shelters, a community center, and recreational activities like volleyball, hiking and crosscountry skiing. For a complete listing of parks maintained by Douglas County, visit www.co.douglas.mn.us.
Fillmore Park
The park features an enclosed skateboard park complete with ramps and pipes. The park is located on Fillmore Street at Aga Drive.
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Alexandria Area Arts Association

Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA) performance season runs from October until May. Its then the local theatrical troupe brings dramas, mysteries, comedies and musicals to life on Broadway in historic downtown Alexandria. AAAA also hosts special performances by professional traveling repertory theatre groups and a scary Haunted Halloween experience. AAAA sponsors Art in the Park. This annual event is held in City Park on July 28 & 29, 2012. www.alexandriaareaarts.org
Theatre LHomme Dieu

Theatre LHomme Dieu (TLHD) has been presenting entertaining summer theatre for more than 50 years. TLHD partners with professional, regional theatres to present delightful dramatic performances, comedies and musicals. The facility is airconditioned and seating is very comfortable. An evening at Theatre LHomme Dieu is a must do for locals and summer visitors alike. Ticket reservations are highly recommended. www.tlhd.org
nearly 90 directors, voice actors, sound effects producers, musicians, and recording engineers. They produce a wide variety of contemporary and old time radio theatre scripts. For further information, or to reserve seats for a production, call the box office at 320-808-3841. www.lakesareatheatre.com
Live! Tennessee Roadhouse

Come on out and be part of a live radio broadcast with Connie Lee & Friends at Tennessee Roadhouse in Alexandria. Her music career started at the age of three when Connie Lee started singing with her dad and three older sisters. At 21, she began working with her mentor and friend, Chet Atkins. This also meant working with and meeting many other country music greats, such as Minnie Pearl, George Jones, Roy Clark, Merle Haggard and many more. The radio show can be heard on BOB-FM 105.5 FM and 106.1 FM in the Twin Cities. www.connieleemusic.com
Lakes Radio Theatre

The incomparable Steve Allen is quoted as saying: Radio is the theatre of the mind; television is the theatre of the mindless. Lakes Area Theatre takes that to heart every week as they produce a radio theatre production, which is heard on Sundays on KXRA 1490 AM at 12:30 p.m. in the Alexandria lakes area. The Theatre troupe is made up of
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ow home to over 36,000 residents and over 1,000 growing businesses, the Alexandria area is one to the fastest growing micropolitans in Minnesota. Several key factors contributing to the regions long-term vitality include a wide variety of stable and growing employers, a strong educational and healthcare system, and high quality natural resources including lakes, parks, rivers, trails, and woodlands.
Alexandria Lakes Area has several leading industry clusters. Education

As Douglas Countys second largest employer, School District 206 educates more than 4,000 students annually from a significant portion of the County. Other school districts providing K-12 education to Douglas County residents include Brandon, Evansville, Osakis, Lakes Area Charter School, West Central, and Parkers Prairie independent districts. In addition, we are home to the nationally acclaimed Alexandria Technical and Community College that currently serves over 4,000 students annually. Alex Tech is a member college of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and now offers the Associate in Arts (AA) twoyear degree that can be completed right here in Alexandria.
The Douglas County labor force is growing in all age groups unlike other areas of greater Minnesota. While there is a significant projected increase in workforce members age 65 and older during the coming years, Douglas County is also projected to see an increase of workers age 25 to 64. The total Douglas County labor force is projected to increase by 22%, to 23,850 workers, from 2005 to 2035. This will likely result in increased housing demands and a need for additional support and convenience businesses.
ing healthcare services are also available throughout the region. The Douglas County Hospital is a state-of-the-art acute care hospital that serves approximately 150,000 people throughout West Central Minnesota. The hospital has been named one of the nations Top 100 Hospitals based on best performance across the whole hospital in the areas of: patient outcomes, patient safety, patient satisfaction, efficiency and financial stability. Douglas County Hospital recently completed a 31 million dollar facility expansion that positions the organization to meet the projected population growth and increased healthcare needs of the region for the next 30-40 years.
Manufacturing
The Lakes Area is home to a thriving and diverse group of manufacturers who serve customers throughout the world. Their products include packaging machines specializing in automation/motion control, aluminum extrusion, food product packaging, plastic injection molding, machining and others. The strong economic base that these businesses create serves as a catalyst for innovation and economic stability throughout the greater Alexandria area.
Healthcare
Douglas County is home to a growing healthcare sector, including primary, general and specialty care providers. A wide (and continually broadening) variety of elective procedures, long-term care options, senior care, dental, chiropractic, natural/homeopathic and other support-
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Economic Development
Since its inception in 1990 the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission (AAEDC) has worked diligently to provide the support and tools needed to help area businesses and communities grow and prosper. Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Tax Abatement, Industrial Revenue Bonds and the State of Minnesota Job Opportunity Building Zone (JOBZ) program are utilized for business assistance where appropriate. In addition, the AAEDC has two revolving loan funds that can also be utilized to assist area business startup, growth, and expansion. The office is a demographic information clearing house for the region, and also provides assistance with business planning and site selection. The staff at the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission provides assistance to existing local businesses, startups, and companies interested in relocating to the Douglas County Area. For more information call the AAEDC at 320-763-4545.
Environment
The Alexandria Lakes Area offers a wide variety of year round outdoor activities and area residents understand the importance of taking care of our environment. The Douglas County Lakes Association is a nonprofit organization that provides members with facts that allow them to make informed decisions about a variety of matters impacting our most precious resource our lakes. The Viking Sportsmen are dedicated to improving wildlife habitat through education programs and conservation practices designed to enhance natures wealth for generations to come. Recognized as Minnesotas most productive sportsmens club, the Viking Sportsmen's successes in conservation are the result of strong public support for their activities.
Call the Alexandria Lakes Area Home

We think you will find Alexandria a great place for your family to live, work, play and prosper. If you need additional information about living in Alexandria or have questions about the area, please contact us at the Chamber office at 320-7633161, or visit. Business related inquiries should be directed to the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission at 320-763-4545, or visit www.alexmn.org.
Douglas Countys website provides real estate and survey information, as well as GIS Maps. www.co.douglas.mn.us/
(320) 762-2172
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Alexandria is centrally located in Minnesota on Interstate Highway 94, only two hours from the Twin Cities, and just an hour and a half from FargoMoorhead. Our lodging and convention facilities have the amenities needed to host business meetings from 10 people to several hundred. There are a wide variety of lodging options, in all price ranges, and plenty of entertainment diversions for your groups time off. In addition to lake related activities, your group will discover affordable, and challenging, golf courses and a myriad of restaurants. Since we are a resort community, and a regional shopping hub, the Lakes Area is full of interesting and unique shops. Touring Carlos Creek Winery is enjoyable anytime of the year, as is a visit to the Runestone Museum, home of the internationally acclaimed
Kensington Runestone. And a stroll through our historic downtown district, with its one-of-a-kind shops and delightful restaurants, is a memorable experience. With so much to offer, it should come as no surprise that many of our returning vacationers first discovered Alexandria when they attended a business meeting here. For more information call
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Guest Rooms
HOTELS
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center 2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-1124 866-386-5263 www.arrowwoodresort.com Holiday Inn 5637 Hwy. 29 South, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-6577 1-800-HOLIDAY www.hialexandria.com Hampton Inn & Suites/Broadway Ballroom 2705 S. Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3360 1-800-HAMPTON www.alexandriasuitesmn.hamptoninn.com
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Max. Seating Capacity
Small Groups
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625
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13,775
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Carlos Creek Winery 6693 Cty. Rd. 34 NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-846-5443 www.carloscreekwinery.com Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum 205 3rd Ave. West, P. O. Box 1216 Alexandria, MN 56308 320-759-1114 www.mnlakesmaritime.org Runestone Community Center 802 3rd Ave.West, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-4466 www.ci.alexandria.mn.us 17,700 500 YES
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Executive Express provides regular shuttle vans to and from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. In addition, Alexandrias Municipal Airport (Chandler Field) has a 5,100 ft. runway that can handle corporate jets and Alexandria Aviation, the flight base operator, offers charter service.
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Amelia Mary Mary Miltona Osakis Just Off I-94, Exit 97 301 E. Nokomis Osakis Across from Lake Villard Shady Rest Resort
16953 142nd St., Villard, MN 56385 320-554-2017 Dan Langhoff
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Joe & Teresa Martin
Big Foot Resort

8231 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-283-5533 1-888-239-2512
Eden Acres I & II

5181 Fish Hook Dr. SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-7434 800-535-6095 Ron, Pat & Kurt Meyers
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Lucky Acres Cooperative Assn. Campground

15133 Spring Lake Rd NW, Miltona, MN 56354 218-267-2881 Cooperative Assn.
Linwood Resort & Campground

17857 Lake St. E., Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-2175 800-458-5136 Rafal & Theresa Zajac
Oak Park Kampground

9561 Co Rd 8 NW, Garfield, MN 56332 320-834-2345 Bernie & Diana Botner
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Sportsmans Motel & RV Park

301 E. Nokomis, Box 336, Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-5400 sptsmotelrv@midwestinfo.net
Knapp Memorial Park & Campground

Villard, MN 56385 320-232-3904
Facility is open past Labor Day. Facility is open year round.

Heated Pool Large Grassy Pull Thrus (open or wooded) Storm Shelter Seasonal Sites Available Outdoor Recreational Area Volleyball/Softball
320-834-2345
9561 Cty. Rd. 8 N.W., Garfield, MN 56332 I-94, Exit 97 (Garfield-Lowry) 1 1/2 mile N. on Hwy 40, 1 1/4 mile W. on Hwy 8 #89
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Park-like grounds. Family oriented, bait & tackle shop. Internet access. www.shadyrestresort.com
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Excellent fishing, level grounds, quiet, clean cabins. Lots for kids to do. www.bigfootresort.com
Seasonal sites only. www.edenacresresorts.com
Very nice sandy beach, well shaded sites, good fishing. E-mail: luckyacrescampground@hotmail.com
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Shaded sites, clean facilities, outdoor pool. www.linwoodresort.com
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Spacious, shaded, grassy sites, no length limit. Pavilion for large groups. Outdoor pool, 20 seasonal sites
Clean facility & friendly staff. On the Central Lakes Trail & 3 blocks from Lake Osakis access.
Bike trail & public access across the street. Public beach nearby, pets allowed, one mile to Villard.
Enjoy the lake on a summer evening.
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Cedar Rose Inn

422 7th Ave. West, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-8430 888-203-5333 www.cedarroseinn.com Florian & Aggie Ledermann
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Country Gardens B&B

360 Karens Way NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-8502 Email: lakemina@gctel.net Larry Zillox
Lake LHomme Dieu B&B

441 S. LHomme Dieu Dr. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 Steven & Judy Radjenovich 1-800-943-5875 320-846-5875 Email: sjradj@rea-alp.com
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441 S. LHomme Dieu Dr. N.E. Alexandria, MN 56308 www.llbedandbreakfast.com 1-800-943-5875 1-320-846-5875
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Beautiful home on National Register, walking distance to downtown, restaurants, shops.
Quiet setting, beautiful sunsets, lakeside hiking trail, hot tubs, full breakfast
Beatiful lake view, quiet, full breakfast.
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Preserved and Reserved Just for You private baths whirlpool sauna country-style breakfasts Wine-Lovers Weekend Packages
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4520 Hwy. 29 S. Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-6808 800-634-3444
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Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-1124 866-386-5263 www.arrowwoodresort.com Regency Hotels
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Oliver Companies
Best Western Alexandria Inn

508 Twin Boulevard, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-5161 877-772-6232 www.BestWestern.com
Country Inn & Suites

5304 Hwy. 29 S., Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-9900 800-456-4000
Alexandria Hampton Inn & Suites

2705 S. Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3360 1800HAMPTON www.alexandriasuitesmn.hamptoninn.com
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Holiday Inn of Alexandria

5637 Hwy. 29 South, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-6577 1800HOLIDAY www.hialexandria.com Madison Properties
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George & Bonnie Sheets
Sportsmans Motel & RV Park

301 E. Nokomis, Box 336, Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-5400 sptsmotelrv@midwestinfo.net
Alexandria Super 8
4620 Hwy. 29 S., Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-6552 800-800-8000
Viking Bay Resort & Lodge

12844 E. Lk. Miltona Dr. NE, Miltona, MN 56354 218-943-2104 www.vikingbay.com Dwight & Dianne Droen
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Viking Motel and Extended Stay

1903 Aga Drive, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3534 800-930-3534 www.VikingMotel.biz
Why stay in town when you could stay on
Lake Miltona!
Beautiful Lodge with Suites & Motel Units Relaxing Surroundings High Speed Internet Open Year Round See our BIG AD on page 35
Viking Bay Resort

12844 E. Lake Miltona Drive NE Phone: (218) 943-2104 #54 www.vikingbay.com
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Jacuzzi and family suites, continental breakfast, hi-speed wireless internet.
Childrens programs offered. Indoor waterpark-on property. Convention facility.
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Indoor pool, Hot tub, sauna. Free hot breakfast. Free hi-speed wireless internet. Located next to Walmart.
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Indoor pool, whirlpool and deluxe breakfast. Complimentary WiFi.
Indoor pool, hot tub, free hot breakfast. Microwave/fridge in all rooms. Free wired/wireless internet.
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Large family recreation center. Convention facility. Email: info@hialexandria.com
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Clean facility & friendly staff. On the Central Lakes Trail & 3 blocks from Lake Osakis access.
In-room coffee. All rooms have microwave, refrigerator & hair dryer. Free wireless internet.
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On Lake Miltona, spacious rooms, double jacuzzi tub, DSL & wireless internet.
Daily, Weekly, or extended stays. Kitchenettes in all rooms, fitnesss center, laundry, wireless Internet.
ALEXANDRIA MN 4620 Hwy 29 & I-94 320-763-6552 Your Gateway to the Beautiful Lakes Area
Free Wireless Internet

Free Super Start Breakfast Cable TV/HBO Handicap Rooms Free Local Phone Calls Copy/Fax Machine Clean rooms, friendly staff Microwave & refrigerators in all rooms In-room coffee & hair dryers in all rooms Oversize parking available with outdoo plugins Pet friendly/designated rooms only with small fee National Reservations
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Full Service Conference Center Large Recreation Center 32 Flat Screen TV Wireless Internet
of Alexandria
5637 Hwy. 29 S., PO Box 1087 (just off I-94)
320-763-6577 1-800-HOLIDAY www.hialexandria.com

Email: info@hialexandria.com
Classic American food in an Old Chicago Style Atmosphere #97
Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center Meeting room 5-50 people
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Suite Shop Business Center Free wired/wireless internet Cloud Nine Hampton Beds Free Hot Breakfast All rooms include microwave and refrigerator Located next door to Fat Daddy's Bar & Grill/Broadway Ballroom.
Deluxe Hot Breakfast Indoor pool, whirlpool & sauna Free WiFi
5304 Highway 29 South Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-9900 800-456-4000 www.countryinns.com/alexandriamn
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Aaron Amelia Andrew Andrew Brophy Carlos Carlos Darling Darling Darling Geneva Ida Shady Creek Resort
14563 Lakes Rd. NW, Brandon, MN 56315 320-876-2228 800-398-9917 Dick & Linda Wagner
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Shady Rest Resort

16953 142nd St., Villard, MN 56385 320-554-2017 888-706-0422 Dave & Heidi Langhoff
Cottage Grove Resort

7870 Cottage Lane, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-1336
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Lake Andrew Resort

8018 Co Rd. 28, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-5660 320-815-6057 Erik & Sarah Gravley
Brophy Lake Resort

1532 Brophy Park Rd. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-8386 Greg Bowen & Angela Dotty
Lazy Day Villa

250 Three Havens Dr. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-846-1161 1-888-850-4569 David & Mary Ausen
Windjammer Inn Resort

4860 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-846-2881 Wayne & De Mosher
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Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-1124 866-386-5263 Regency Hotels
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Shady Lawn Resort

1321 S. Darling Dr. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3559 Glen Rustand
Val Halla Villa

1301 S. Darling Dr. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-5869 Jim & Lois Willert
Geneva Beach Resort Betsy Ross Resort
Tim & Carolyn Aarsvold 31 16 B A C N N O 105 Linden Ave., Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3200 www.GenevaBeachResort.com On the Chain of Lakes & Central Lakes Trail. Great beach, attractive accommodations, wireless internet. 3791 Betsy Ross Rd. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-834-2562 Paul & Mary Niemczycki
Maple Maple Mary Mary
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Le Homme Bergs Resort Dieu 1315 Berg Ave. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-1426 www.bergsresort.com The Berg Family
Maple Island Resort

13030 Maple Island Dr. SE, Glenwood, MN 56334 Doug Ellerbroek 320-808-5442
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Sunset Beach Resort

11876 Forada Beach Rd. SE, Alexandria, MN 56308 Jeff & JoAnn Tuma 320-763-7466 800-231-7273
Big Foot Resort

8231 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-283-5533 1-888-239-2512 Joe & Teresa Martin
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Eden Acres I & II

5181 Fish Hook Dr. SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-7434 800-535-6095 Ron, Pat & Kurt Meyers
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Boats and docks on 2 lakes, exc. sandy beach, lake level cabins. Near golf.
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Lakeside vacation homes, family oriented, clean lake. www.shadyrestresort.com
Quite family resort. Lakefront cabins. 2 miles from Alexandria. www.cottagegroveresort.com
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Clean modern smoke-free cabins. Quiet setting, swimming beach, excellent fishing. www.funatlakeandrewresort.com
New cottages with fireplaces, open year round, on Central Lakes Trail. www.brophylakeresort.com
Clean family resort with level grounds and sandy beach. No pets please.
Family resort, most units lakeside THE beach on Lake Carlos.
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Childrens programs offered. Indoor waterpark - on property. Convention facility. Renovated rooms.
Clean, quiet family resort, nice swimming, no drop-offs, close to golf. E-Mail: shadylawnresort@hotmail.com
A super clean modern family resort only 1 1/2 miles from Alexandria. Email: valhalla@rea-alp.com
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Family Fishing Retreat. 8 Lakeside cottages and 2 NEW Lakeside Vacation Homes. 5 Bedroom Reunion Lodge.
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Quiet family lake level resort on chain, clean cabins, shaded. No pets please. info@bergsresort.com
Modern cabins, safe sandy beach. Boat ramp. www.mapleislandresort.com
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Finest level sandy beach. Well kept level grounds. Deluxe clean, modern lakefront cottages.
Excellent fishing, level grounds, quiet, clean cabins. Lots for kids to do. www.bigfootresort.com
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Great fishing, level sandy swim beaches, clean, modern cabins. www.edenacresresorts.com
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6567 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-886-5437 800-426-7494
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Maryview Beach Resort

6082 N. Lk. Mary Dr. SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-2747 1-800-793-2747 Dale & Donna Lidberg
Westridge Shores Resort

6907 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-886-5434 Eric & Erin Frederiksen
Mill Lake Resort

3551 W. Mill Lk. Rd. SW, Farwell, MN 56327 320-886-5381 320-766-7954 Scott & Kari Sandwick
Tip Top Cove Resort

13430 E. Lk. Miltona Dr. NE, Miltona, MN 56354 218-943-2731
Viking Bay Resort

12844 E. Lk. Miltona, Dr. NE, Miltona, MN 56354 218-943-2104 Dwight & Dianne Droen
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Woodland Resort
13270 E. Lk. Miltona, Dr NE, MIltona, MN 56354 218-943-5191 877-MNWOODS Steve & Michelle Russell
Lakeshore Resort
12676 Fairfax Dr., Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-2400 800-525-6056 Chuck & Mary Ward
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Linwood Resort & Campground

17857 Lake St. East, Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-2175 800-458-5136 Rafal & Theresa Zajac
Midway Beach Resort & Campground

1821 E. Lake Street, Osakis, MN 56360Annie & Jacob Hemstock Ken & Stephanie Alton 320-859-4410 800-367-2547
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Friendly, family resort/Groups welcome. Spacious cottages. Wi-Fi. www.elmwoodresort.com
Level sandy beach. Great family place.
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Quiet resort, dock fishing, art studio & activities, Ice House rental, DVD players, free wi-fi. www.westridgeshores.com
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Lake's edge cabins on park-like grounds, sandy beach, large playground. www.milllakeresort.com
A total family vacation! Unique cottages on park like grounds.
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Open year round, meeting facilities, great beach, beautiful grounds www.vikingbay.com
Open year round. Beautiful grounds. Ideal clear swim beach, large playgrounds.
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Pier fishing for walleye, northern, pan fish. Wind protected. www.lakeshorecabins.com
1-4 BR cabins - all face the lake. Outdoor pool. www.linwoodresort.com
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A family resort with modern lakefront cabins, level grounds, beautiful sand beach. Free wi-fi. www.midwaybeach.com
Maple-Basswood Trail at Lake Carlos State Park
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Reno Smith Lake Reno Resort
10583 State Hwy. 29, Glenwood, MN 56334 320-283-5667 866-775-7366 Mark & Marlene Wagner
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Smith Lake Resort

3189 Smith Lk. Rd. SE, Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-2501 Tom & Linda Mulder
Victoria Lilac Lodge Resort

114 Lilac Lane, Hwy 27, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-4440 877-335-0263 Pete & Pat Anderson
Villard
Canary Beach Resort

17405 Cty Rd 28, Villard, MN 56385 320-554-2471 Harold & Rosemarie Kraft
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Family Fishing Friendly & Affordable. Clean & quiet, level open grounds. lakereno@runestone.net www.lakerenoresort.net
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Modern cabins, groceries, ice, gas, pontoon.
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A peaceful family resort with great fishing, super clean cabins & beautiful setting. www.lilaclodgeresort.com
Country clean lakefront cabins, new large cabins, dreamy beach. www.canarybeachresort.com
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Wagners Shady Creek Resort

Northwest of Alexandria Located on 2 Lakes Aaron & Moses
Excellent sandy beach Boats & docks on 2

lakes
Lake level air-conditioned

cabins with screened porches TVs, DVDs, gas grills Large playground Volleyball, shuffleboard, horseshoe, basketball Public Access included Boat Pontoon Free paddleboats Motor rental Wireless Internet Cable TV/DVD #80
Lake Aaron
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1-800-398-9917
14563 LAKES RD. N.W., BRANDON, MN 56315 Dick & Linda Wagner
Lake Moses
Public Access
Lake Aaron
Water Area: 545 Acres Shore Length: 4.8 miles Maximum Depth: 16 Ft. Game Fish: Northern Pike, Panfish, Largemouth Bass & Walleye Unique Features: Abundant northern and sunfish populations giving novice fisherpeople plenty of excitement. Natural sandy safe beach area for swimming. Map Location: C-5
Cottage Grove Resort

ON LAKE ANDREW
#77
Lake Andrew Resort

Clean, Modern Smoke-Free Cabins
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Cabins, Campsites Sandy Swimming Beach Boat, Lift Rentals Lodge w/snacks/bait/games Non Smoking Cabins Playground/Horseshoes
Lake Andrew
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Quiet Setting Swimming Beach Excellent Fishing Boat, Pontoon & Lift Rentals Large Playground Internet Kayaks Air Conditioning Cable TV 8018 Co. Rd. 28 SW Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-1 336
Email: cgresort@msn.com www.cottagegroveresort.com 7870 Cottage Lane SW Alexandria, MN 56308
Public Access
320-763-5660 or 320-815-6057
www.funatlakeandrewresort.com egravley@earthlink.net
Lake Andrew
Water Area: 946 Acres Shore Length: 5.3 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappies & Largemouth Bass Unique Features: Spring fed, quiet and uncrowded, sandy beaches with no drop-offs. Map Location: I-8
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NO PETS - NO JET SKIS PLEASE
One of Minnesotas Finest Family Resorts

12 Vacation homes with full kitchens, A.C., TV, lakeside deck, grill, picnic table, private fire ring Campsites with full hook-ups Great Fishing Beach with sundeck 2 Tennis Courts 2 Playgrounds & Game Room Volleyball, Horseshoes, Shuffleboard Groceries Free Wi-Fi
Visit website for specials
16953 142nd Street Villard, MN 56385 Bait & Tackle 15 miles west of Sauk Centre on hwy. 28 Boat-Motor-Pontoon-Paddleboats 6 Golf courses within 20 minutes www.shadyrestresort.com We welcome you to see why so many of #11 our guests come back year after year
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Lake Villard
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Public Access
Water Area: 536 Acres Shore Length: 3.6 miles Game Fish: Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye & Panfish Unique Features: This lake will bring smiles to any Walleye fisherman. It is also abundant in Bass and Pan fish. Map Location: K-10
Lake Villard
Public Access
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Lake Amelia
Lake Amelia
Water Area: 909 Acres Shore Length: 7.3 miles Game Fish: Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye & Panfish Unique Features: Centrally located 17 miles southeast of Alexandria, 8 miles north of Glenwood and 18 miles west of Sauk Centre. A breathtaking beauty! Map Location: K-10
Public Access
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Public Access
Brophy Lake
Lake Brophy
Water Area: 289 Acres Shore Length: 2.7 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Panfish Unique Features: Excellent lake for fishing Walleye, Bass, Sunfish and Crappies. Lake Brophy has an excellent lake shore for swimming and boating. Map Location: F-7
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12 Clean Comfortable Cottages Pontoon - Boat/Motor - Lift Rentals Cable TV - Game Room - Playground
4860 County Road 42 NE Alexandria, MN 56308 Phone: 320-846-2881 Email: gojammer@yahoo.com NO PETS #21
Public Access
Lake Carlos
Lazy Day Villa
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Lake Carlos
Public Access Public Access
Water Area: 2520 Acres Shore Length: 14.1 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Panfish & Largemouth Bass Unique Features: Clear cool water; depth from 2 to 200 feet. Largest lake on the Alexandria Lake Chain. Great swimming and water sports. Map Location: E-9 and F-8
Clean, fully equipped hsk cabins, level sugarsand beach, sauna, water bike & canoe. Decks, boats & motors. Near golf. NO PETS PLEASE. LAKE CARLOS 1-888-850-4569 (320) 846-1161 250 THREE HAVENS DR NE David & Mary Ausen ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 ausenldv@gmail.com
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Channel Access
Lake Darling
Little Darling
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Water Area: 954 Acres Shore Length: 6.5 miles Game Fish: Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Panfish, Largemouth Bass & Walleye Unique Features: Medium-sized lake, minutes from downtown, but still offers seclusion and serenity. Excellent fishing and recreational lake. Map Location: F-8
Shady Lawn Resort

1 1/2 miles from downtown on Lake Darling Clean, Pleasant Family Resort Boats & motors Completely furnished inc. Picnic tables & grills cable TV & microwave ovens Modern fish Paddleboat & swim raft cleaning house Safe, sandy swimming area Near Bike Trail (no drop-offs) Wireless Internet Playground equipment Air Conditioned Boat Lift Fire Ring Pets on leash welcome
On Alexandrias Chain of Lakes
Val Halla Villa Resort

On Beautiful Lake Darling
A super clean modern family resort only 1 1/2 miles from downtown Alexandria.
7 Completely Furnished Units, Some With Decks Safe, Sandy Swimming Area Swimming Dock & Raft Boat, Motor & Lift Rentals Picnic Tables, BBQ Grills Modern Fish Cleaning House Swingset, Bars & Playground Water Volleyball Paddleboat Near Bike Trail Basketball Fire Ring Microwaves Cable Color TV NO PETS PLEASE
Lake Darling
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Glen and Maggie Rustand

1321 S. Darling Drive N.W., Alexandria, MN 56308
ALL CABINS HAVE AC INTERNET ACCESS 1301 S. Darling Drive NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
320-763-3559
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E-Mail: shadylawnresort@hotmail.com
(320) 763-5869
www.valhallavillaresort.com
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Latoka Beach is one of several well-maintained public beaches in the area.
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Spitzer Lake
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Inspiration Peak
Lake Jesse Arken Lake
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Fish Lake Lake Adley
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Parkers Prairie
Lake Meyer Diekow Lake Twin Lake
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Lake George
Urbank
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Lake Christina
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Pelican Lake
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Stockhousen Lake
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Lake Aaron
Vermont Lake
Spruce Creek
Millerville
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Lake Irene
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Stockhaven Lake Horseshoe Lake
Lake Moses
Leaf Valley
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Lake Miltona
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Miltona
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Spruce Hill County Park
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Bah Lakes
Baumbach Lake Redick Little Swamp Chippewa Lake Chippewa Lake
Betsy Ross Point
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Evansville
Stowe Lake
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Chippewa County Park
Carlos State Park Lake Carlos

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Davidson Lake Solberg Lake Albert Lake Sylvan Lake Hubred Lake
Erwin Lake
Devils Lake Whiskey Lake
Carlos
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Lake Ida
Brandon
Long Lake
7 Moon
Lake Long Lake
Aldrich Lake Nelson Lake
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Lake Charley Lake Louise
Jennie Lake
Garfield
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Minister Lake
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Darling 8
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Barrett
Turtle L.
Peterson Lake Thompson Lake
Amos Lake Thorson Lake
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Holleque Lake Quam Lake Elizabeith Lake Lake Williams Brown Lake Lake Thorstad Lake Mina
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North Union Lake L. Brophy
Lake Le Homme 36 Dieu Curt Felt Memorial Park

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Lake Geneva Bird Lake
Hjermenrud Lake Torstenson L. Ellingson Lake Church Lake Olson Lake Elk Lake Lower Elk Lake Jorgenson Lake Lake Venus
Round L. Spring Lake
L. Brophy C. Park
Lake Latoka
L. Cowdry
L.Agnes
Gilbert Lake Lobster Lake Round L. Crooked Lake Cork Lake
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L. Winona
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Alexandria
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Lake Victoria Burgen Lake Smith Lake
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Nelson
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Lake Jessie
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Red Rock Lake
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Mill Lake
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Wolf Lake
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Lake Mary
Hoffman
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Red Rock Lake
Lake Oscar Eng Lake Roland Lake
Holmes City
Runestone County Park

Freeborn Lake
Blackwell Grant Lake Little Lake Lake Oscar Echo Lake Lewis Lake Lake Rachel
Skogland Slough
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Union Lake
Map is not to scale. Only major roads and highways are I shown. Please obtain accurate directions from the accommodation or amusement you select.
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Long Lake Turtle Lake Maple Lake
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English Grove Lake Lovers Lake
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Pocket Lake
Kensington
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Mud Lake
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Christopherson Lake
Farwell
Pike Lake
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Diamond Lake Lair Lake
Ellen Lake
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North Pomme de Terre Lake
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Osterberg Lake
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Abrahamson Rosby Lake Lake Anderson Lake Irgens Lake Mitmoen Lake Larson Lake
Lake Reno
Leven Lake
Middle Pomme de Terre Lake Perkins Lake
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Horse Lake
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Villard Lake
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Villard
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Lowry
Ann Lake
MINNESOTA
Ericson Lake Swan Fargo/Moorhead Lake
Duluth
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Amelia Lake
Westport Lake
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Lybeck Lake
McIver Lake Malmedal Lake Star Lake
Swan Lake
Glenwood
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Alexandria 94
Hanson Lake Horse Lake
Otter Lake
St. Paul
Wallan Lake
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Alice Lake
Minneapolis
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Moore Lake Lake Charlotte
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Pelican Lake
Eckert Lake
Sioux Falls
Cyrus
IOWA Cyrus Lake
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Marlu Lake
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Long Lake
Starbuck
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Lake Minnewaska
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State Lake
Glacial Lakes State Park

5 miles south of Starbuck (look for signs)
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Sedan Pond
McCloud Lake
Grove Lake
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Eagle Bend
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AARON & MOSES Shady Creek Resort, C-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 AMELIA Shady Rest Resort, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ANDREW Cottage Grove Resort, I-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Lake Andrew Resort, I-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 BROPHY Brophy Lake Resort, F-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 CARLOS Lazy Day Villa, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Windjammer Inn Resort, E-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 DARLING Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Shady Lawn Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Val Halla Villa, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 GENEVA Geneva Beach Resort, G-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 IDA Betsy Ross Resort, D-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Beim Lake Little Lake Osakis
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LE HOMME DIEU Bergs Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 MAPLE Maple Island Resort, I-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Sunset Beach Resort, I-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 MARY Big Foot Resort, I-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Eden Acres I, H-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Eden Acres II, H-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Elmwood Resort, H-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Maryview Beach Resort, H-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Westridge Shores Resort, H-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 MILL Mill Lake Resort, G-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 MILTONA Lucky Acres Campground, C-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Tip Top Cove Resort, D-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Viking Bay Resort & Lodge, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Woodland Resort, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 OSAKIS Holiday Resort, F-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Lakeshore Resort, F-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Linwood Resort & Campground, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Midway Beach Resort & Cmpd, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 RENO Lake Reno Resort, J-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 SMITH Smith Lake Resort & Campground, G-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 VICTORIA Lilac Lodge, G-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 VILLARD Canary Beach Resort, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Knapp Memorial Park & Campground, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Lucky Acres Campground, C-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Oak Park Campground, F-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Shady Rest Resort, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Sportsmans Motel & RV Park, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Swimming Ski Hill County Parks State Parks Towns Visitor Information
Golf Courses
Motels
Alexandria Hampton Inn, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 AmericInn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Arrowwood Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Best Western Alexandria Inn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Country Inn & Suites, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Holiday Inn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Sportsmans Motel & RV Park, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Super 8 Motel, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Viking Bay Resort & Lodge, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Viking Motel & Extended Stay, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Bed & Breakfasts

Cedar Rose Inn, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Country Gardens B&B, G-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Lake LHomme Dieu B&B, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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Douglas Co. Fairgrounds
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Darling Ave.
Runestone Pl.
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Lake Agnes
Agnes Ave.
Birch Ave.
Irvine Pl.
3rd Ave.
Lakepark Pl. Lakepark Ave.
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Meadow Lark Dr.
Jane Cr. Dr.
Garden Dr. Wild West Ln. Latoka Dr Ct. Prairie Ln
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St. Marys Cem. Firemans Lodge Rd.
9th Ave. Hawthorne St. Broadway St. Jefferson St. Douglas St. Filmore St.
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36th Ave Iowa St. Dakota St. 35th
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South Broadway
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Nevada Street
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Maple Drive
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Formed by at least 4 major glaciers nearly 20,000 years ago, the Alexandria Lakes Area is dotted with lakes and rivers, forests, meadows and rolling hills, each contributing to the recreational bonanza enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
The Alexandria Lakes Area offers the best of all worlds unlimited access to the outdoors, small town hospitality and spirit, and big city conveniences and opportunities. To find out more about this great place to live, work and play, call the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.
Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

206 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308
1-800-235-9441
www.VacationAlexandriaMN.com E-Mail: info@alexandriamn.org
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WHERE QUIET, RELAXATION AND FAMILY COME TOGETHER

GREAT Fishing 8 clean Comfy Cabins Swim Area w/raft Beautifully Kept Grounds Boat Included w/Cabin Motor Rentals Access to 7 Lakes on the Chain
Lilac Lodge Resort

114 Lilac Lane Alexandria, MN 56308 Toll Free 1-877-335-0263 1-320-763-4440
Visit us at www.Lilaclodgeresort.com
Lake Geneva
Fishing Pier Public Access
#37
Water Area: 631 Acres Shore Length: 5.4 miles Game Fish: Bass, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Panfish, & Walleye Unique Features: Borders east side of Alexandria, on the chain, 2 miles from town. Natives say it is one of the prettiest lakes in the area. Map Location: F-9 and G-9
Bible Camp
Lake Geneva
Lake Victoria
Water Area: 419 Acres Shore Length: 6.4 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass, Perch, Sunnies, Crappies & Bullheads Unique Features: Lake Victoria is noted for its excellent bass, sunfish and crappie fishing. Large walleyes and northern pike are also taken from its cool waters. Map Location: G-9
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Lake Victoria
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BERGS RESORT
6 Clean Modern Housekeeping Cabins 2, 3, & 4 bedroom all with lake view. Seasonal and Weekly Cabins Great Swimming, No Drop Offs Spacious, Lake Level & Great Sunsets Picnic Tables - Grills Swingset & Lawn Games Pontoon Rental No Pets Please
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Lake Ida
Lake Ida
The Berg Family, Owners

1315 Berg Ave. N.E. Alexandria, MN 56308 info@bergsresort.com www.bergsresort.com
320-762-1426
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Resort Information/ Nov-April 763-780-4667
Water Area: 4289 Acres Shore Length: 21.2 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: One of the largest lakes in the area; crystal clear water, sandy beaches and the finest walleye fishing in the county. Map Location: D-7
Lake Le Homme Dieu

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Lake Le Homme Dieu

Water Area: 1,744 Acres Shore Length: 9.0 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: Lake Le Homme Dieu is just minutes from downtown Alexandria and part of the famous chain of lakes. On windy days 3 sheltered bays make any water recreation possible. Map Location: F-9
Public Swimming Beach
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Public Access
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Maple Lake
Water Area: 815 Acres Shore Length: 9.2 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, & Panfish Unique Features: Cleanest spring fed lake in the area. Protected from strong winds. Rated as one of the 12 best in Minnesota. Map Location: I-8 and I-9 #75
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The safe sandy beach with modern cabins, store, boats & motors make this a great place. Boat ramp, cleaning house, freezer service, and boats are available. Great walleye and bass fishing! Laundry and television.
DOUG ELLERBROEK Free Kayaks & Paddleboat
Phone (320) 808-5442

13030 Maple Island Dr. S.E., Glenwood, MN 56334 Email: twodogs@gctel.net Mobile: 320-808-5442 www.mapleislandresort.com
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Park-like grounds surrounded by

1400' of lakeshore
Clean, air-conditioned cabins right on the

lake's edge w/decks, grills, & firerings
Deluxe Clean Modern Lakefront Cottages Finest Level Sand Beach Well Kept Level Grounds Crystal Clear Spring Fed Lake Excellent Swimming and Fishing 5 1/2 Miles South of Alexandria Boats Motors Paddleboats Funbugs TV Bait and Convenience Store (Spring & Fall Reduced Rates)
11876 Forada Beach Rd. SE, Alexandria, MN 56308
Sandy beach with swimming raft Large playground, basketball, sand

volleyball & horseshoes
Pontoon rentals, boats & motors Paddle boat, canoes, & hydrobikes Level boat launch Store with bait, tackle, gameroom,
groceries & ice
1-320-763-7466 Reservations: 1-800-231-7273 www.sunsetbeachresortmn.com
Wireless Internet
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Mill Lake
Water Area: 600 Acres Shore Length: 5 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: Spring fed, deep and clear. 7 miles west of Alexandria. Great fishing - even has bullheads. Map Location: H-6
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Elmwood Resort on Beautiful Lake Mary
12 Clean, Comfortable Cabins 1 to 6 bedrooms Family Groups Welcome Playgrounds, Game Room, Lifts, Store, Color TV, Pontoon
Elmwood Resort
6567 State Hwy. 114 SW Alexandria, MN 56308
1-800-426-7494
Special 3 & 4 Night Packages, Spring, Summer & Fall
http://www.elmwoodresort.com e-mail: stay@elmwoodresort.com
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Visit our website at www.maryviewbeachresort.com
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6082 N. Lk. Mary Dr. S.W. Alexandria, MN 56308
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Lake Mary
Water Area: 2371 Acres Shore Length: 24 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, & Panfish 53 Unique Features: Excellent swimming due to gradual slopes. Fun, large recreational lake surrounded by majestic trees. Map Location: H-5-7 and I-6
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Suite Bedroom
OPEN YEAR ROUND SHORT STAYS WELCOME ROMANTIC GETAWAY PACKAGES
Cabins Lodge Suites Motel Rooms Reunion House Pontoon Meeting Room For Up To 30 People Marina with Concrete Ramp (218) 943-2104 www.VikingBay.com
12844 E. Lake Miltona Drive NE Miltona, MN 56354
Lake Miltona
A Family Resort
2-3-4 Bedroom Cottages Microwaves Fireplaces in Some Swimming Beach Paddle Boat, Basketball, Volleyball, Horseshoes
LUCKY ACRES CAMPGROUND

on beautiful Lake Miltona
GREAT PLACE TO SWIM, FISH, RELAX & PLAY! 15133 Spring Lake Road NW, Miltona, MN 56354 Email: luckyacrescampground@hotmail.com
All Cottages Air Conditioned & TVs
Pontoon Rental Boats, Motors, Gas, Bait Lifts Available Game Room Golf & Tennis 1 Mile Water Trampoline
(218) 267-2881
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Telephone (218) 943-2731 FAX (218) 943-1119

www.tiptopcove.com Email: tiptop@midwestinfo.net
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Water Area: 5838 Acres Public Access Shore Length: 15 miles Gamefish: Walleye, Muskie, Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie and Panfish. Unique Features: The largest lake and most diverse fishery in Douglas County. Perfect for the sportsman in search of a trophy, or the family in search of a basket of panfish. Sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Excellent ice fishing and snowmobiling opportunities. Map Location: C-7-9 and D-9
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MidwayBeach
RESORT & CAMPGROUND
1-800-367-2547
www.midwaybeach.com
Modern Lakefront Cabins - A/C Decks with gas grills Color TVs, DVD Players, Cable Wireless Internet Resort-Wide Level Shady Grounds No Roads Sugar Sand Beach No Drop-offs Lakeside Gas & Bait, Dock Service Boat/Motor/Pontoon Rental Playground Large Lawn Lodge Full Hook-up RV Camping Near Paved Bike Trails Golf, antiques, and more nearby Spring & Fall Specials - Retreats
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Lake Osakis
Water Area: 6270 Acres Shore Length: 53 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Panfish, Crappies & Largemouth Bass Unique Features: Top walleye lake with abundant panfish. Large year-round lake for many activities. Large waterfowl nookery. Map Location: F-12, F-13 and G-12
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LAKESHORE RESORT
NW Shore of Lake Osakis
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Ultra clean all electric cabins with air, microwaves, decks, TVs, peacefully located on dead end road. Catch walleye, northern, panfish from 5 large fishing docks. Boats, motors, pontoon, gas, bait, tackle, licenses, guide. Boat ramp, wind protected. Level grounds. Sandy beach, free water toys, game room, playground. Lodge and store.
www.lakeshorecabins.com
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1-800-525-6056
12676 Fairfax Dr. Osakis, MN 56360
Clean, Quiet, Full Service Resort

STORE, BAIT, GAS, BOAT & PONTOON RENTAL, LAUNDRY WiFi, Playgrounds, SANDY BEACH, Beautiful Sunsets
Lake Reno
Water Area: 3722 Acres Shore Length: 11.2 miles Game Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass & Panfish Unique Features: Peaceful and beautiful. Surrounded by mostly undeveloped land. Gradual sandy shores make it easy to fish and swim. Map Location: J-8
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10583 State Hwy 29 Glenwood, MN 56334 lakereno@runestone.net www.lakerenoresort.net
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Smith Lake
Water Area: 575 Acres Shore Length: 5.5 miles Game Fish: Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass, Black Crappie & Panfish Unique Features: Pleasant woods surrounding the lake provide a quiet, peaceful atmosphere for nature lovers. Spring fed. 7 miles east of Alexandria. Map Location: G-10
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6 Modern Housekeeping Cabins Groceries & Ice Fish Cleaning Facilities Boat, Motor, Pontoon
Smith Lake Resort
Air Conditioning Television Gas & Oil Bait & Tackle Slide In The Lake
Smith Lake
Tom & Linda Mulder 3189 Smith Lake Road S.E. Osakis, MN 56360 www.10Kvacationrentals.com/smithlake/index.htm E-mail: smithlak@midwestinfo.net
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www.CentralLakesTrail.com
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he paved and picturesque 55mile long Central Lakes State Trail recreation trail stretches from Osakis to Fergus Falls passing through the communities of Alexandria, Garfield, and Nelson along the way. It is a delightful ride
through farmland, over bridges, and past area lakes. Riders will also enjoy stopping at the covered shelters, hometown restaurants and small communities along the trail. The trail is scenic and nearly all of it is away from highway noises, making
for a quiet ride. On morning or evening rides it is not unusual to see wildlife such as ducks, pheasants, whitetail deer and fox. Parking can be found along the Central Lakes Trail in Alexandria at Big Ole Park and in the cities of Dalton, Ashby,
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Evansville, Brandon, Garfield, Nelson and Osakis. Lake Wobegon Trail The Central Lakes Trail meets the paved Lake Wobegon Trail in Osakis. That trail continues on into St. Joseph, 46 miles away. Between these two
trails cyclists can explore nearly 100 miles of some of the most diverse scenery in Central Minnesota. Rentals, Group Rides & Races You do not have to bring your bikes with you when vacationing in the Lakes Area. Area merchants have recumbent,
tandem, comfort, mountain and road bikes available for rent. For more trail information contact the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, or one of the area bike shops.
The Alexandria bike race provides lots of excitement.
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he Alexandria Lakes Area is wonderful all summer long and we want to invite you here to experience our favorite seasonWINTER! Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, the Ice Fishing Challenge Tournament, Alexandria Blizzard - NAHL Hockey, and more, are waiting for you in the Lakes Area. Alexandria is also home to 500 miles of scenic snowmobile trails.
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SKI BOARD CROSS-COUNTRY SNOW TUBE

Andes Tower Hills is located in the glacially cut hills of Kensington, just 15 miles west of Alexandria. 16 downhill runs, three chairlifts, snow tubing, cross-country ski trails, pro shop, snack bar, and rental shop says a lot about Andes Tower Hills, but we are not done yet. A newly expanded terrain park awaits the snowboard enthusiast. Andes runs will challenge the expert skier, and be friendly to the first timer as well. Three chairlifts help reduce your wait in the lift line, so you can spend more time on the slopes. If you do not like to ski, or board, then try snow tubing. Andes will give you a lift to the top and let you ride your tube to the bottom on one of their five runs groomed specifically for snow tubing. Cross-country skiers will enjoy 15 kilometers of cross-country trails that traverse the picturesque countryside. Andes Tower Hills is located on the DATA snowmobile trail system making it a popular stop for lunch or snacks.
winds its way through west central Minnesotas Hardwood Hills and River Prairie landscape. The diverse landscape of prairie, woods and lakes, the result of receding glaciers, provides a variety of riding experiences and some spectacular views. Every community in Douglas County is connected to the trail so you are always near lodging, restaurants and fuel stops. 36 miles of the system include the blacktopped, multi-use Central Lakes Trail that connects to Fergus Falls to the north, and St. Joseph to the south. The DATA trail system is open for snowmobile use only from December 1st to March 30th (snow conditions allowing). Visit the website for grooming schedules, trail conditions and a variety map options. Contact the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce for information or visit the DATA website www.douglasareatrails.com
Other Winter Fun

Carlos Creek Winery, Minnesotas largest winery, is open year round. They offer tours, tasting, and a very unique experiencedog sled rides. Its a thrill to ride with an experienced musher as his eager team of dogs transport visitors on trails through the picturesque vineyard. For more information call Carlos Creek Winery at 320-846-5443, or online at www.carloscreekwinery.com. Lake Carlos State Park is open for the winter. Its snowmobile trails are connected to the DATA trail system. Cross-country skiing is available on groomed trails, and adventurous visitors can snowshoe throughout the park, except on groomed trails. A state park permit is needed for admission.
Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is an ever-growing sport in Minnesota. During the summer the Alexandria Lakes Area is home to lakes full of fish. In the winter the fish are still there, just waiting for anglers to test their skill. High-tech gear has made the fishing on the ice more inviting, and productive, than ever. Those who prefer a little more comfort may consider renting a cozy icehouse at one of the area resorts.
Many Winter Lodging Options to Choose From

You will find a wide variety of lodging options available in the Alexandria Lakes Area. Motels, bed and breakfasts and many resorts are available to our guests in all price ranges and with a variety of amenities. Visit the lodging section of this guide for more information.
Snowmobiling as good as it gets in Minnesota

The Douglas Area Trails Association (DATA) maintains 368 miles of snowmobile trails in Douglas County. The scenic trail system
Snowmobile Trail Conditions: Call 800-235-9441, or visit www.douglasareatrails.com Ski Conditions: Call 1-87-SKI-ANDES or visit www.andestowerhills.com
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FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Awake the Lakes Festival
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Summer kick-off celebration with rides, rib-fest, childrens events and live music.Call the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce at (320) 763-3161 or go to www.alexandriamn.org
Douglas County Fair

AUGUST This is Minnesota's 10th largest fair and it's packed full of events, exhibits, entertainment and food. The demolition derby is always a big hit. www.mndouglascofair.com
Alexandria 5K/10K Run

SEPTEMBER The 6th Annual event supports the mission of the Lakes Area Humane Society. Besides the 5k and 10k runs, the event includes a scenic dog walk to City Park, and a 1k Kids Run for children 12 and under. For more information visit www.alexandria5k10krun.com
Downtown Crazy Days

AUGUST For more information visit www.downtownalexandria.com
Vikingland Band Festival

JUNE Plan to attend one of the top marching band competitions in Minnesota. Event time, photos and a listing of competing bands can be found at www.marching.com
Fall In Love With Downtown Fall Festival Days

SEPTEMBER Downtown Alexandria. More information at www.downtownalexandria.com
Grape Stomp & Wine Festival

SEPTEMBER A fall celebration featuring wine, food and entertainment. Call the Carlos Creek Winery at (320) 846-5443 or go to www.carloscreekwinery.com
Applefest at Carlos Creek Winery

OCTOBER This October celebration of the apple harvest is a wonderful event for the whole family. For more information visit www.carloscreekwinery.com
Viking Plaza Crazy Days

JULY For more information visit: www.vikingplaza.com
Quilts Along the Trail

SEPTEMBER A collection of antique and contemporary quilts by Central Minnesota quilters and collectors are displayed along the Central Lakes Trail in Osakis.
Christmas at the Fort

NOVEMBER Kick off the holiday season with this delightful family event held in Fort Alexandria. Santa officially lights up Alexandria's Christmas lights. There's music and refreshments. More information at www.runestonemuseum.org
Search our full event listings quickly and easily at www.vacationalexandriamn.com or call 1-800-235-9441
1/2 Mile Dirt High-Bank Oval April-September Saturday Nights Gates Open at 4:00 pm Racing Starts: April-May at 5:30 June-Sept at 6:00

Live TheatreMiles from New YorkRight on Broadway
(320) 762-1559
Box 462 Alexandria, MN 56308 www.vikingspeedway.net Fairgrounds
618 BROADWAY ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308
320-762-8300
www.alexandriaareaarts.org
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SPORTING EVENTS
Andes Tower Hills
Viking Speedway
Art in the Park

JULY Annual arts and craft event held in City Park. Call (320) 762-8300 for more information or go to www.alexandriaareaarts.org
SEASON APRIL TO OCTOBER Wissota racing action on a 1/2 mile oval track. Call (320) 762-1559 for a complete OPEN NOVEMBER - MARCH schedule or go to Downhill skiing, boarding and tubing. Call (320) 965-2455 for more information www.vikingspeedway.net or go to www.andestowerhills.com
Chain of Lakes Triathlon

MAY www.pickleevents.com
Minnesota State Trapshooting Tournament

JULY Annual state trapshooting competition. Call the Alexandria Shooting Park at (320) 763-5315 or go to www.alexandriashootingpark.com
Festival of the Lakes

AUGUST Nationally known musicians performing chamber music and solo repertoires. Call (320) 762-5666 for a complete schedule or go to www.alexfest.org
Alexandria Blizzard Hockey

SEASON: SEPTEMBER TO MARCH North American Hockey League Call (320) 763-1413 for full schedule or go to www.alexandriablizzard.com
Sertoma Ice Fishing Challenge

FEBRUARY Annual event with thousands of dollars in prizes including a pickup. For more information go to www.icefishingchallenge.org
AREA TOWN FESTIVALS Eple Tiden Starbuck (eh-pleh-tee-den)

Festival in SEPTEMBER www.starbuckmn.org Runestone Days - Kensington in JUNE Osakis Festival in JUNE www.visitosakis.com Evansville 4th of JULY Celebration www.evansvillemn.com Heritage Days Starbuck in JULY www.starbuckmn.org Miltona Tornado Days Miltona in JULY www.miltona.org Waterama Glenwood in JULY www.waterama.org Parkers Prairie Fall Festival in AUGUST Garfield Day in AUGUST Flekkefest - Elbow Lake in AUGUST For information contact the Elbow Lake Chamber of Commerce at (218) 685-5380 Forada Days in AUGUST Hoffman Harvest Festival in AUGUST www.hoffmanmn.com Rose City Threshing Days in AUGUST
Alexandria Beetles Baseball

SEASON JUNE TO AUGUST Northwoods Baseball League at Knute Nelson Memorial Park Call (320) 763-8151 for information or visit www.alexandriabeetles.com
FINE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Live entertainment on stage throughout the year. Call (320) 762-8300 for a complete schedule or go to www.alexandriaareaarts.org
Resorters Golf Tournament

END OF JULY, EARLY AUGUST Alexandria Golf Club. For information call (320) 763-3605 or visit www.alexandriagolfclub.com
Theatre LHomme Dieu

JUNE TO AUGUST Professional Summer Stock Theatre. Call (320) 846-3150 for a complete schedule or go to www.tlhd.org
Garden Center Bowling League

Mens League and Womens Leagues in the Fall & Winter. Call (320) 763-6565 for more information
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FOOD & BEVERAGE ON SITE
PRACTICE PUTTING GREEN
GOLF COURSES:
PRO SHOP ON SITE PGA PRO ON SITE GOLF LESSONS RIDING CARTS RENTAL CLUBS
NAME & ADDRESS

Atikwa Golf Club at Arrowwood Resort
Arrowwood Drive, Alexandria, MN 320-762-TEES (8337) Open to the public. Newly renovated, discover the natural and undisturbed beauty of Alexandrias most scenic golf course. Joel Goldstrand Design. Areas finest championship 27 hole golf course. Full Bar and Grill. Open to public. Affordable & family friendly. Scenic & challenging course with driving range. Food on site. Student, Senior & Military Discount Open to the public. Recently awarded 4.5 stars in Golf Digest places to play. Fantastic views of Lake Minnewaska on rolling terrain. Open to the public with driving range. Drive carts with roofs available. Senior and Junior rates, breakfast and grill orders served in club house. 18 Holes Par 72 Yardage 6,167 27 Holes Par 35, 36 & 37 Yardage 3335, 3586, 3605 9 Holes Par 35 Yardage 2,431 18 Holes Par 72 Yardage 6,483 9 Holes Par 35/36 Yardage 2880
Geneva Golf Club

3 Miles east of Alexandria on Hwy 27, left 1 mile on Liberty Road Pro Shop 320-762-7089 www.genevagolfclub.com
Hardwood Hills Golf Club

8446 CR 27 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-886-1400
Minnewaska Golf Club

1 mile west of Glenwood on Hwy 28/29, Glenwood, MN 320-634-3680 www.minnewaskagolfclub.com
Pine Ridge Golf Course

I-94 to Exit 90 1 mile North to Brandon - Left onto Cty. Rd 16 5 miles North 320-834-4028 or 320-876-4028
PINE RIDGE GOLF COURSE

Driving Range 9 hole Public Golf Course Call for Tee Times Credit Cards Accepted
5 miles north of Brandon on County Road 16 www.PineRidgeGolfCourse.net
We are Minnesotas affordable golf destination!
320-834-4028 or 320-876-4028
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SENIOR RATES
GROUP RATES
Play & Stay Packages

Starting at $99 per person
This course compares favorably with some of the best resort courses in Minnesota. Joel Goldstrand
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

27 Holes - Championship Level Play Affordable Rates - GPS On All Carts Bent Grass Greens & Landing Areas Natural Water Hazards 5 Sets of Tees Strategically Placed Bunkers Clubhouse & Pro Shop Stay With Us & Dine With Us! Our lodging is located on the course only steps away from the clubhouse. Package prices are per person and rates are dependent on the season. Geneva Grill serves wonderful lunches, steaks, ribs and walleye.
27-Hole Joel Goldstrand Course
4181 Geneva Golf Club Drive Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-7089
www.genevagolfclub.com Email: proshop@genevagolfclub.com
GPS on Golf Carts
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Serving Lunch & Dinner

Burgers Steaks Seafood Pastas Ice Cream Drinks
4960 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria 1 block N. of the Carlos/LHomme Dieu bridge
320-846-1051
Open 7 Days Highly recommended for breakfasts! Serving noon lunches M-F Fast & friendly service 1/4 mile West of Big Ole 612 3rd Ave. W
320-763-3877
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Lakes Area Restaurants

511 Broadway Downtown Alexandria 763-4000 Viking Plaza Shopping Center 763-4818
Restaurant serves breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)

Angelinas Restaurant 1215 Hwy 29 N. (320) 762-1324 (L, D) www.angelinasllc.com Arrowwood Deck Bar & Grill 320) 762-1124 (L, D seasonal) www.arrowwoodresort.com Bennigan's Grill & Tavern 110 30th Ave. W. (320) 763-7763 (L, D) www.bennigans.com Bug a Boo Bay 2800 North Nokomis Street NE (320) 846-1122 (L, D) www.bugaboobay.com Burger King 303 30th Ave (320) 762-0530 209 Nokomis (320) 763-1675 (B, L, D) Caribou Coffee Company 4911 Hwy 29 South, Suite 101 & 307 N Nokomis (B, L) (320) 762-8589 Culvers Restaurant 610 50th Avenue West (320) 763-2266 (L, D) D Michael Bs Bar & Grill Viking Plaza Mall (320) 762-2697 (L, D) www.dmichaelbs.com Fat Daddys Bar & Grill 115 - 30th Avenue East @ Garden Center (320) 763-6565 (L, D) www.gardencenterlanes.com Geneva Grill 4181 Geneva Golf Club Drive (320) 762-7089 (L, D) www.genevagolfclub.com Herbys Bar, Grill & Caf 211 Main Avenue, Carlos (320) 852-7170 (B, L, D) Jans Place Restaurant & Catering 612 3rd Avenue West (320) 763-3877 (B, L) The Lake Caf Arrowwood Resort (320) 762-1124 (B, L, D) www.arrowwoodresort.com Northwoods Cafe 903 3rd Ave. E (320) 763-3700 (B, L) Papa Johns 306 E 3rd Avenue (320) 763-8777 (L, D) Papa Murphys 1405 Broadway St. (320) 763-7420 (L, D) www.papamurphys.com The Peak Supper Club 43517 Co Hwy 38, Clitherall (218) 267-5491 (D) Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 4920 Highway 29 South (320) 763-6611 (B, L, D) www.perkinsrestaurants.com Pizza Ranch 1522 Broadway (320) 762-4010 (L, D) www.pizzaranch.com Rudys Red Eye Grill 3637 Hwy 29 S in the Holiday Inn (320) 763-6577 (B, L, D) Sixth Avenue Wine & Ale 115 6th Ave East (320) 763-5634 (D) www.sixthavenuewineandale.com Taco Johns 1224 Broadway (320) 763-7885 (B, L, D) Tennessee Roadhouse I-94 & Hwy. 29 S. (320) 763-7128 (L, D) Tios Mexican Grill 217 N Nokomis (320) 762-1192 (B, L, D) Travelers Inn Restaurant 511 Broadway (320) 763-4000 (B, L, D) www.travelersinncafe.com Weston Station 4417 East Hwy 27 (320) 763-6677 (D) www.westonstation.com
Alexandrias Recommended Casual Dining

KNOWN FOR GREAT BREAKFASTS
Breakfast Served All Day Full Menu Homemade Soups & Specials Great Burgers Deli Sandwiches Salad Bar Italian Fresh Baked Pies & Pastries Cinnamon & Caramel Rolls Childrens & Seniors Menu Open 7 Days
Good Things, Every Day!

Daily Lunch & Dinner Buffet Delivery & Pickup
1522 Broadway, Alexandria
Doolittles Woodfire Grill 4409 Hwy 29 South (320) 759-0885 (L, D) www.doolittlesrestaurants.com Interlachen Inn 4960 Co Road 42 NE (320) 846-1051 (L, D) www.interlacheninn.com
320-762-4010
Open Tues - Sat at 4pm

Serving over 70 wines by the glass Over 50 ales & lagers Eclectic Gourmet Menu Live music Thursday at 7:00
OPEN 24 HOURS
4920 Highway 29 South Just off I-94, Exit 103 Alexandria, Minnesota 56308
320-759-2277
www.sixthavenuewineandale.com sixthavealex@gctel.net
115 6th Avenue East Alexandria, MN
320-763-6611
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Shopping In the Alexandria Lakes Area Is Fun!!!

While shopping is not the only reason visitors come to the Alexandria Lakes Area, it is without a doubt a universal activity. We are one of Minnesotas fastest growing outstate communities and our merchants offer a wide variety of goods and services. As a regional destination Alexandria offers 100s of shopping opportunities. This includes shopping centers, strip malls, bargain outlets, art galleries, antique and specialty stores, a historic downtown district and so much more. Historic Downtown Alexandria with its turn of the century architecture couldnt be more charming. This diverse retail district features several restaurants as well as unique specialty and antique shops, all within easy walking distance. Whether your shopping adventure takes you to the malls, Historic Downtown Alexandria or to the many unique shops that dot the Lakes Area, visitors will enjoy our relaxed pace, amazing variety, and friendly merchants. If you are looking for the perfect gift or unique items you just cant live withoutyou will find it in the Alexandria Lakes Area.
Big Ole Central Park and the Central Lakes Trail
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The Mustard Seed Christian Books and Gifts

Bibles, Books, Gifts, Music, Inspirational Art, Sunday School and Church Supplies
DOWNTOWN ALEXANDRIA 607 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-7383 e-mail: mustsee@wisper-wireless.com Open Daily Mon-Sat
FUNKY HANDBAGS FUN JEWELRY T-SHIRTS GOURMET FOODS SCARVES SUNGLASSES GIFTS FOR ALL LINDSAY PHILLIPS
Open 7 days a week 6th and Broadway 320-846-1100
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Alexandria, MN 56308
Residential Commercial Underground Wiring Specialty Lighting Licensed Bonded Insured Office: 320-763-7944 Cell: 320-760-0391
Let Kyle Serve You
Diekmans Jewelry
111 6th Ave. West Downtown Alexandria 762-0309 800-568-5336 www.diekmansjewelry.com
Service on Saturday
SalesServicePartsBody Shop
FLOOR & HOME
LEXANDRIA AVIATION, INC

Flight Instruction Charter & Rentals Aircraft Sales & Air Rides
320-762-2114
3710 So. Hwy. 29, Alexandria www.alexandria-motors.com
3809 Hwy. 29 South 320-762-0292 www.carpetone
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT 2604 Aga Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-2111 www.alexandriaaviation.com
If you have a limited amount of time to fish, or are new to angling, consider hiring an area guide.
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Serving the fishermen of the Alexandria Area for 77 years.

The most complete selection of bait & tackle in West Central Minnesota - including a vast selection of bass & muskie tackle, as well as serving all of your live bait needs
309 3rd Ave. E Alexandria 320-763-3255
DOWN TOWN
LIQUOR STORE
on the corner of 3rd & Broadway
763-5404
We accept credit cards.
PLAZA
DISCOUNT LIQUOR Where You Buy For Less
762-1716
We accept credit cards.
The Oldest and Still The Best in Alexandria
South of Viking Plaza
All profits go back to the City to help reduce your taxes.
Your Authorized Full Line Yamaha Outboard Dealer Large Selection of Alumacraft Boats ShoreMaster Lifts & Docks
(320) 762-1121 (800) 473-1722

www.runestoneelectric.com
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30-70% discounts everyday on groceries, housewares, health & beauty, tools, clothing, furniture, appliances, & much more. Highway 27 East, Alexandria
320-763-5555
Also check out our website for weekly specials at
www.ronswarehouse.com
Receding glaciers left huge chunks of broken ice that melted and formed the area's lakes.
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406 Broadway, Alexandria 763-5200 www.acehardware.com

Ace is the place with the helpful hardware folks
Huge Indoor Showroom!

7390 Co. Rd. 82, Garfield, MN 56332
320-834-6333 Toll Free 877-880-8090 View our inventory at: www.steinbring.com
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Healthcare & Wellness

Caring for our residents and visitors is important to us. Douglas County is home to a diverse and growing healthcare sector. This includes primary, general and specialty care providers. A wide (and continually widening) variety of elective procedures, longterm care options, senior care, dental, chiropractic, natural/homeopathic and other supporting healthcare services are also available throughout the region. The hospital has also been named one of the nation's Top 100 Hospitals based on best performance across the whole hospital in the areas of: patient outcomes, patient safety, patient satisfaction, efficiency and financial stability.
Douglas County Hopspital

The Douglas County Hospital is a 127 bed, state-of-the-art, acute care hospital that serves the greater West Central Minnesota and surrounding area. The hospital recently completed a 31 million dollar facility expansion that positions the organization to meet the projected population growth and increased healthcare needs of the region for the next 30-40 years. The expansion included: Three-story 110,000 square foot addition New surgical patient unit with private rooms/baths New obstetrics unit with private rooms/baths New orthopedic clinic New relocated heliport 120 additional parking spaces New lobby, hospital entrance and gift shop Expanded emergency room lobby
Douglas County Hospital - 24-Hour Emergency

Emergency room treatment is imperative if you have a life threatening illness or injury that could cause serious harm. These may include severe abdominal pains, chest pains, major injuries, bleeding, unconsciousness, disorientation, severe accidents and physical injuries in which bones pierce the skin. The Douglas County Hospital Emergency Department is dedicated to providing emergency and trauma care to Alexandria and the surrounding communities. The Emergency Department is located on the main level with accessibility through an enclosed ambulance garage. Douglas County Hospital 111 17th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1511 www.dchospital.com
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Alexandria Clinic, P.A.

610 30th Avenue West, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-5123
Osakis Medical Clinic

Hwy 127 West Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-3038
Dedicated to providing preventive, interventional and supportive services in the most compassionate, thoughtful and efficient manner
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Urgent Care or Same Day Care in the Lakes Area

Urgent and Express Care Centers in Douglas County provide walk-in access for acute illness and injury care. They are typically staffed with Physicians, and may also have Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, nurses, and radiology and laboratory technicians working with patients. They treat non-life threatening conditions such as: Sprains Minor Fractures Lacerations Muscle strains Burns Colds & Flu Rashes Bites Viral illnesses Bronchitis, pneumonia Asthma attacks Dehydration Allergic reactions Other common illnesses Please contact either clinic, or the hospital, if you are in doubt where to go for your health condition. They will direct you to the appropriate facility. Alexandria Clinic-Express Care 610 30th Avenue West Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5123 Toll Free: (800) 646-4220 www.alexclinic.com Hours Monday Thursday: 8 AM 7 PM Friday: 8 AM 5 PM Saturday: 9 AM 1 PM Broadway Medical Center - Same Day Care 1527 Broadway Street Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0399 Toll Free: (888) 640-0399 www.broadwaymedicalcenter.com Hours Monday Thursday: 8 AM 7 PM Friday: 8 AM 5 PM Saturday: 9 AM - Noon
Caring for you and about you www.trummdrug.com Alexandria Elbow Lake Glenwood Parkers Prairie
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ur legacy of hospitality dates back to the late 1800s when Midwesterners traveled by train to the Alexandria Lakes Area.

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Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 206 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308

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Alexandria Lakes Area

City Wide Garage Sale

Theatre L'Homme Dieu

Awake the Lakes Festival

Breakfast with Big Ole

Alexandria Lakes Area

4th of July Fireworks

Red Willow Arts Coalition Concert Series

Spend A Day At The Beach

Master Gardener - Tour of Gardens

Vikingland Band Festival

Alexandria Lakes Area

Classic Car Shows

Art in the Park

Resorters Golf Tournament

Chain of Lakes Classic Boat Show

Rose City Threshing Festival

Festival of the Lakes

Art in the Park

Alexandria Lakes Area

Rose City Threshing Festival

Quilts Along The Trail

Experience Fall Colors

Grape Stomp & Wine Festival

Alexandria 5K /10K Run

Applefest at Carlos Creek Winery

Applefest is held October 20, 2012 at Carlos Creek Winery

Alexandria Lakes Area

Alexandria Lakes Area A Fishing Destination Since 1879

Carlos State Park

Alexandria Lakes Area

Runestone Museum & Fort Alexandria

DCHS History Tours

Historic Spruce Hill Church

Douglas County Historical Society

Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum

Alexandria Lakes Area

Pioneer Village Museum Pope County Museum

Terrace Mill Historic District

Alexandria Lakes Area

Lake Carlos State Park

Alexandria City Park

Inspiration Peak Overlook

Big Ole Central Park

Runestone replica on Highway 27 East

Alexandria Lakes Area

Carlos Creek Winery Ericksons Petting Zoo

Alexandria Farmers Market

Kensington Runestone Park

Alexandria Lakes Area

Alexandria Area Arts Association

Theatre LHomme Dieu

Live! Tennessee Roadhouse

Lakes Radio Theatre

Alexandria Lakes Area

Live year round where you like to vacation.

Alexandria Lakes Area has several leading industry clusters. Education