9842-1014 2012-13 Visitor`s Guide
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9842-1014 2012-13 Visitor`s Guide
minnesota’s a truly grand VisitGrandRapids.com vacation 800-355-9740 it’s the difference between a great vacation and one that’s When you want it all, you can have it all in Grand Rapids. You may be surprised to learn that our grand vacations offer a hard-to-match blend of outdoor and indoor recreations to keep all the members of your family interested. Lots of vacation places say they’re great, but only one is this Grand Grand Rapids... where you can leave the everyday world behind to soak up the scenic splendor of the wild. A place where breathtaking wilderness The Grand Rapids area boasts over beauty is warmed by a welcoming community with a surprising 1,200 lakes sophistication in the Forest History Center– fascinating fun for young and old in Itasca County—that’s 10% of all the lakes in Minnesota. There are over arts, culture and 1 million acres of public forest lands fine dining. surrounding the town, including the famed Chippewa National Forest. Experience the best of both worlds right here, in the cultured wilderness of Speaking of fishing, the Grand Rapids area is an angler’s dream. You’ll find all your favorite species right here, from 14-inch crappie to trophy walleye. Enchanting call of the loon We’re a premier four-season destination. In autumn the woods and fields provide some of the state’s best hunting, including upland bird hunting for grouse. Many prefer our woods on their annual quest for the classic whitetail deer. Winter offers up over 900 miles of groomed, pristine snowmobile trails. Grand Rapids... IN MINNESOTA’S CROWN OF NATURE it’s in Some of Minnesota’s most productive bodies of water are in our nature. You can boat or fish on Big Winnie, Lake Pokegama, Turtle, North Star and more. Minnesota’s Grand nature. No better treat than toasty marshmallows from the campfire 2 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM In the warm seasons, there’s golf on our three beautiful area courses. There’s truly a reason for every season in Grand Rapids. VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 3 a time to reconnect with nature... in minnesota’s grand outdoors Sit quietly, just do nothing. Spring comes in with grand beauty in Grand Rapids. EVENTS ENTERTAINMENT There’s a flavor of the north country in the festivals and events that take place in Grand Rapids in the spring. It’s a start to a grand season of fun... Discover the Northland’s most vibrant yearround arts and entertainment community... Grand Rapids Farmers Market Savor locally grown fruits, vegetables and farm products all grown within 50 miles of Grand Rapids. OUTDOOR FUN Observe the largest breeding population of bald eagles in the lower U.S. in the vast Chippewa National Forest. Tour the Joyce Estate wilderness hideaway, discover the Lost Forty stand of old growth white pine missed by the logging companies or hike and bike the trails in the Suomi Hills. Take in a show or musical performance throughout the year at the Myles Reif Performing Arts Center. Drive the Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway, traveling 47 miles from Grand Rapids to Effie, along Hwy. 38. The MacRostie Art Center exhibits art from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Dakota artists. Children and adult classes in pottery, painting, drawing, wood-working and print-making. The gift shop showcases local and regional artists. Open year-round. d grain g n spr White Oak Casino, called the “Best Little Casino in MN.” Play slots, poker and blackjack. There’s a bar and snack bar. Open year-round. Open early May to October. Annual North Central MN Farm & Antique Swap Meet & Auction Find some unique older farm and rural collectibles. Memorial Day Weekend. SPRING GRAND PERFORMANCES Enjoy a spring performance by the Grand Rapids Area Male Chorus, Grand Rapids Players, Itasca Community Chorus or the Itasca Symphony Orchestra. Frozen waters melted by the warming sun... spring awakens the hungry catch... ts n e v e The Grand Rapids Gun Club is open to the public and features trap and skeet shooting, a duck tower and hunters’ clays. Pheasants Plus Hunting Preserve w o h S & Sporting Clays offers a fun and e om Marhcehrn MN Builders H challenging 50 target sporting clays Nort ear Plunge course and five stand course. 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Year-round. At the Hill Annex Mine State Park, learn the history of open pit mining. Features a mine tour and fossil hunting tour. Tours Memorial Day to Labor Day. Follow the yellow brick road to the famed Judy Garland Museum. Born in Grand Rapids, memorabilia from Judy’s career is showcased. The gift shop is filled with Wizard of Oz and Judy Garland items. Open year-round. Walk up the “yellow brick road” to the Old Central School, a classic 1895 structure built in the RichardsonRomanesque tradition of architecture that houses unique specialty shops like pastry and coffee shop, quilt shop and local artists’ shop. A must to check-out for historic and educational destination seekers. Open year-round. Check-out the Itasca County Historical Society in their new location across from the Blandin Foundation. This offers a glimpse into how Native Americans lived and gives recognition to the many great leaders of the area in Itasca County. Open year-round. Grand Rapids was honored to play host to the Governor’s Fishing Opener in 2011. dRa VisitGran 4 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 5 grand beauty filled with grand fun... a grand rapids Grand Rapids’ biggest celebration is the August Tall Timber Days Festival honoring the skills of the lumberjacks. With log climbing, rolling, chainsaw carving, arts, crafts, entertainment and kids activities. Step back in history at the annual White Oak Society Rendezvous & Festival. Stroll a replica of a 1798 Northwest Company Trading Post, where re-enactors celebrate the food, music, crafts and life of early day fur traders. Black powder shooting, classes and entertainment. Rural life through the early 50’s is celebrated at North Central MN Farm & Antique Threshing Show. Harvesting and blacksmith Think of the perfect up-north summer... that perfectly grand setting is Grand Rapids EVENTS Summer brings some exciting events to Grand Rapids… Bigfork Wilderness Days honors the town’s history. The yellow brick road is all decked out for our annual Judy Garland Festival. It’s an auto lover’s weekend of antique classics, collectors, hot rods and street machines plus a giant swap meet and flea market at the 42nd Annual Northern Minnesota Vintage Car Show Swap Meet and the 29th Annual Northern Cruisers Weekend of Wheels Car Show. Tour the UPM Blandin Paper Mill founded in 1901 and now one of Minnesota’s largest employers. Go through the paper making process from watery pulp to the presses that flatten it out concluded with a video on the process of making paper from start to finish. Free tours June - August. July 4th fireworks are never more grand than when viewed over Drumbeater Island on Lake Pokegama. Relive history at the White Oak Rendezvous & Festival Everything is wild at the annual Deer River Wild Rice Festival. grand summer events For information on these events and a complete list of happenings, check VisitGrandRapids.com 6 Home to three 18-hole championship courses, set amidst our beautiful northwoods. demonstrations as well as steam and gas engines, quilt raffle and flea market. Nothing says summer like an old-fashioned, northwoods Itasca County Fair, celebrating its 121st year. There’s more than $30,000 in prizes in the Grand Slam Amateur Golf Tourney. Golfers love this 3-day event, with teams playing three different 18-hole courses each day. Stop by the Grand Rapids Farmers Market for the fresh, summer goodness of locally grown farm products, held each Wednesday and Saturday. They call it Thunder in the Pines...the Tom Clusiau’s Grand Rapids Speedway. Dirt track racing held every Thursday night. 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM June Bisch Bash IV Farmers Market Old Car Cruise Nights Stockcar Races Naturalist Programs Reif Spring Dance Show Civil Air Patrol Breakfast 11th Annual Bigfork Wilderness Days 38th Annual Judy Garland Festival 24th Annual Bluegrass Festival MN Mounted Shooters Competition July Farmers Market Stockcar Races Old Car Cruise Nights Naturalist Programs 4th of July Fireworks Deer River Wild Rice Festival 29th Annual Timberman Triathlon Mississippi Melodie Showboat 9th Annual KAXE Riverfront Festival 58th Annual Northstar Stampede 29th Annual Northern Cruisers Car Show ART & MUSIC Take in an awardwinning film, be transported by a concert or attend a fun and funky event in and around Grand Rapids this summer… Attend First Friday Art Walk in downtown Grand Rapids the first Friday of each month where you can enjoy local artists work and performances while experiencing unique downtown shopping and coffee shops. Can’t make it Friday? Take in a concert each Tuesday at Grand Rapids area churches. Enjoy the Downtown Art Fair hosted by the MacRostie Arts Center. This event showcases local and Minnesota-based artists, entertainment by local performers, and a variety of outdoor food vendors. The Myles Reif Performing Arts Center hosts Indie 42nd Annual Itasca Vintage Car Club Show & Swap Meet August Farmers Market Stockcar Races Old Car Cruise Nights films on Tuesdays, featuring awardwinning independent films throughout the summer. Audiences delight at the Mississippi Melodie Showboat vaudeville performance along the river. What floats, sings, dances and tells jokes? The one and only Mississippi Melodie Showboat. For more than 50 years, colorfully-costumed vaudeville performers entertain with song, dance and comedy at this outdoor stadium along the river bank. The 24th Annual Bluegrass Festival is a free concert of authentic, old-time music at the Itasca County Fairgrounds. Naturalist Programs 25th Annual White Oak Rendezvous 32nd Annual Tall Timber Days 29th Annual Threshing & Antique Show Grand Slam Amateur Golf Tournament Itasca County Fair Northern MN Mud Run VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 7 beautiful colors to the eye grandly FAMILY FUN A fall vacation in Grand Rapids is filled with ample opportunities to share in family educational moments… Travel the Great River Road that follows the mighty Mississippi River route for 54 miles. The Forest History Center is a unique interpretive museum offering a glimpse of life in a 1900’s northwoods logging camp. Tour this authentically recreated white pine logging camp with cook shack, bunkhouse, blacksmith shop, office wannigan, filer's shack and horse barn. Interpretive center plus tours available. June to Labor Day. Go berry picking at several area farms, with acres of berries. Late June thru late July. OUTDOOR FUN Reconnect with our spectacular outdoors… Grab your hiking boots or mountain bike and head up to the Suomi Hills in the Chippewa National Forest. There are miles of hiking and biking trails to enjoy. warm the soul Fall... the crowds are smaller, the pace slower, and the warmth of a glowing fire lures you back to Minnesota’s nature… Kayak a walk-in wilderness lake that’s glass still and beckoning you to dip your paddle. Great family fun can be found geocaching at several area locations. The Mesabi Trail is a beautiful, 75-mile paved trail for biking, hiking and inline skating that winds through some of Minnesota’s prettiest lakes and forest areas. grand fall September events Party in the Park Farmers Market Bigfork Valley Challenge 102nd Annual Bovey Fa rmer’s Day 11th Annual Goods Fro m the Woods Bargains Are Great on Highway 38 If you’re into shooting sports, the Grand Rapids Gun Club and Pheasants Plus Preserve offer skeets, sporting clays and more. Run, swim and bike in the annual Timberman Triathlon. Golf is in full swing on the courses in the Grand Rapids October Farmers Market Cowhorn Crossing Pump kin Patch Nordic Ridge Pumpkin Patch National Ruffed Grouse Hunt Bootique Craft Show EVENTS Fall festivals capture the local nature of the season in Grand Rapids… Goods from the Woods celebration focuses on handcrafted forest items, with hands-on workshops, crafts and music. Come see the Pumpkin Panorama at Nordic Ridge Gardens & Cowhorn Crossing. Thousands of bright orange The Bargains Are Great On Hwy. 38 is a 47-mile long garage sale located on the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway. One-hundred crafters and artists display their wares at the Hunter's Widow Craft Sales on the opening weekend of deer season. ARTS Kick-off the season with performances by the Itasca County Symphony Orchestra, Grand Rapids Players and the West Range Country Show. The Myles Reif Performing Arts Center kicks-off their season of theatrical dinner and ends with the spring Reif Dance Show. Take in the monthly exhibit at the MacRostie Art Center. FAMILY FUN Fall fun comes in a kaleidoscope of color. Indoor fun and learning takes place around town in all four seasons… Take a color drive along the Great River Road national historic highway that follows the Mississippi. The 47-mile Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway features spectacular colors and scenic fall vistas. OUTDOOR Autumn outdoors is a grand reason to explore Minnesota’s nature… November Grab a pole, a kid and go fishing on one of the 1,200 pristine lakes that dot the forests of the Grand Rapids area. area, including one designed by famed course designer, Joel Goldstrand. Hire a professional fishing guide in search of a trophy muskie, northern or walleye. Enjoy color tours by car, bike, horse or foot in Grand Rapids Firearm Deer Season Op ens Area-wide Craft Shows Church Bazaars Holidays Sales & Open Houses Acoustic Café performan ces For information on these eve a complete list of happenings,nts and check A panorama of pumpkins and fun at the area’s pumpkin patches. pumpkins, as well as more performances and than 20 varieties of concerts starting in squash, preserves and the fall with their fall decorations. Enjoy Party in the Park the pumpkin barns, petting zoo and mazes. Fishing picks up as lunkers start stocking up on food for winter. Grouse season opens in the public lands around Grand Rapids. Firearm deer season opens the first weekend of November. Grand Rapids is home to many professional hunting and fishing guides. Leaf peepers can take to the trails for hiking and birding on such famous trails as the Suomi Hills and Sugar Hills scenic areas. Different types of trees peak at different times, so color displays in the northwoods of Grand Rapids can last for some time. Gather your family and friends to swap stories and share good times before a crackling campfire under the autumn stars. Many area resorts and lodges provide fire rings and wood for guests. Take a hayride, find your way through a corn maze and get your natural Halloween decorations from a local food stand. VisitGrandRapids.com 8 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 9 a grand place to simply savor Here in the grand north country, we don’t run when the snow flies, we relish it...winter EVENTS When you know how to enjoy winter, you have one-of-a-kind events to celebrate it… The Audubon Christmas Bird Count is the longest running ornithological database. Open to birders of all skill levels. The Voyageurs Classic Sled Dog Race is one of the northland’s biggest. Races from 40 to 160 miles with a separate race for classic fur trade dogs. ARTS It’s indoor concert season, we sing, we play... come enjoy performances by the Grand Rapids Area Male Chorus, Itasca Community Chorus, Itasca Symphony Orchestra, and Madrigal Dinner Theatre. 10 OUTDOOR Downhill, snowboard, ski jumping, biathlon and cross-country skiing, plus tubing can all be enjoyed at the Mt. Itasca Sports Center. Snowmaking and grooming with rentals and pro shop. Take in the exhibit at the MacRostie Art Center, which changes monthly. The West Range Country Show invites you to come to a downhome country music extravaganza. Monthly performances during fall and winter with local talent featured. FAMILY FUN Indoor fun and learning still takes place in the museums, history centers, art and performing venues around town that are open in all four seasons. 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You’ll find a Mecca for cross-country skiing in Grand Rapids. There are 22 x-country ski trails with over 240 km of groomed terrain for all levels of skiers, from beginner to expert. Both skate and classic ski trails are available, some lighted. The terrain ranges from trails that traverse historic sites to the deep woods of the Chippewa, panoramic trails on Thunder Mountain and wilderness trails with moose. There’s abundant and charming lodging, dining and entertainment catering to winter enthusiasts. And there are plenty of ski events and races to keep the sport interesting. Try a candlelit ski under the stars, followed by a warm beverage served beside a crackling campfire. A Great Minnesota Ski Pass is required to ski all public-land x-country ski trails. As a destination snowmobile recreation area, you’ll ride over 900 miles of well-groomed, wellmapped trails offering easy access to lodging, dining and entertainment along the wintry routes. Some of Minnesota’s most famed snowmobile trails start in Grand Rapids, including the Taconite Trail winding through the Iron Range on its way to Ely. Or cruise the woodlands of the Chippewa National Forest and its varied terrain. With so many trails, you’ll find snowmobiling uncrowded and more relaxed in Grand Rapids. There are 13 snowmobile clubs in Grand Rapids and Itasca County dedicated to keeping the trails in grand shape. Free snowmobile maps can be downloaded at: VisitGrandRapids.com. Enthusiasts say there’s a peaceful pleasure in ice fishing. Just you and your companions in a warm, cozy fish house sitting atop a frozen lake. Area lakes yield good crappie, walleye and northern all year long. Local outfitters can set you up with all the gear you’ll need for a winter adventure. Take a dog sledding trip on a guided tour with a professional musher and dog team. You can even take a starlit ride through the woods… unforgettable! 900 miles of groomed and well-mapped trails await you in Grand Rapids. IN GRAND RAPIDS VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 11 the grand northwoods charm of grand rapids Old Central School in downtown Grand Rapids Browse the unique shops of Grand Rapids... an experience that lingers long after the purchase is made. A few of the many not to miss... You’ll find a variety of charming shops located under one roof at the Old Central School. Merchants include Old School Pastries & Gift Shop, ABC’s of Quilting, and Whispering Woods Gallery. Take a drive out to Kindred House, the area’s favorite country store, filled with handmade primitives and a few antiques too. 218-327-1826 kindredhouseco.com Hopperton’s Moccasin & Gift, a visitor’s “not-to-miss” favorite stop for over 50 years, is home of Minnetonka Moccasins, souvenirs, tee shirts, jewelry and gifts. 218-326-2796 The northland’s largest Broyhill Gallery and Red Canoe Gift Store is Lake Country Furniture. Furnishings from rustic northwoods to traditional to urban contemporary. 877-817-1825 lakecountryfurniture.com Relaxed shopping at The Purple Pinecone, with fine home décor and furnishings, unique gifts, gourmet foods, candles, wildlife art, fashions and a Christmas Room featuring Christopher Radko. 218-327-8119 thepurplepinecone.com Unequalled shopping in all of northern Minnesota! Red Willow offers three floors filled with gifts, furniture, home décor, gourmet kitchen wares, accessories and more. 218-327-2252 The area’s largest pharmacy, Reed Drug offers even more with an outstanding selection of accents for home and cabin, gourmet kitchen gadgets and souvenirs. Locally owned since 1950, Salmela Jewelers carries a wide selection of exquisite bridal, fine diamond jewelry, beautiful gold, silver and gemstone designs, Chamilia bracelets, watches, clocks, giftware and repair service. 218-326-4820 salmelajewelers.com Discover gifts for the gourmet at Jenny & Company with cookware, bakeware, gadgets, foods, Dansk and Portmeirion dinnerware and linens. Bath and baby gifts too. 218-326-1821 jennyandcompany.com It’s always 68º and sunny at the Central Square Mall. The largest shopping mall in Grand Rapids, Minnesota where you will find clothing stores, accessories, books, home décor, gifts and more. 218-326-4765 centralsquaremall.com 218-326-3453 Northern MN’s finest selection of quality antique and Amish furniture is at Shaw Florists Artistry & Antiques. Also stained An array of treasures and works glass windows, lamps of art to delight and home décor. 800-326-7429 shawflorists.com every shopper. 12 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM L&M Fleet Supply have prided themselves in offering a quality product at a fair price with excellent customer service since 1959. They offer a wide variety from sporting goods to giftware. 218-326-2926 landmsupply.com A chocolate lover’s delight is the Three Bears Candy Company. Indulge in hand-dipped chocolates, old fashioned ice cream and a wide assortment of nostalgic candies. 218-327-9933 Family owned and operated for 39 years, Bender’s Shoe & Sport is a small town friendly store with a unique and diverse selection of clothing, shoes and accessories. Featuring hundreds of brands and styles of clothing for men and women, and shoes for the entire family. 218-326-8055 bendersshoes.com Old School Pastries & Gift Shoppe makes baked goods from scratch every morning. You will find a large assortment of unique and plentiful “Made in Minnesota” gifts and pastries homemade daily with local ingredients. 218-999-9399 oldschoolpastries.com The Yarn Gallery is your source for beautiful yarns and fibers. You will find the best yarns and supplies, fun informative classes, and friendly enthusiastic service. 218-999-9922 theyarngallery.net Grand Rapids State Bank is a full-service community bank with four convenient MoneyPass ATMs in Grand Rapids. The downtown and Pokegama office ATMs accept customer deposits and provide cash withdrawals. 218-326-9414 Explore a number of opportunities to purchase handcrafted items made by local artisans. grsb.com FOR HOT SHOPPING DEALS, GO TO: VisitGrandRapids.com VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 13 create We have so much indoor and outdoor fun to see and enjoy in Minnesota’s nature… West Range Country Show is a country music extravaganza offered monthly during fall and winter with a show that's sure to keep you humming. Don’t miss these performances held throughout the year: Wednesday Jazz at VFW, Grand Rapids Male Chorus, Itasca Community Chorus, and Grand Rapids Players. They offer unique one-of-a-kind artistic selections throughout the seasons. The Myles Reif Performing Arts Center is one of the premiere mid-sized performing arts centers in the Upper Midwest. Featuring a proscenium stage with an orchestra pit, state of the art sound and lighting, and a beautiful theater without a bad seat in the house. 218-327-5780 The MacRostie Art Center hosts monthly exhibitions of local and regional artists. Classes are offered. The art shop sells handcrafted jewelry, pottery, paintings, blown glass and more. 218-326-2697 The Fossil Hunting Tour is where you can hunt for 86 million year old sea fossils (shark teeth, clams, and other ocean critters). Tours are Wednesdays through Sundays, and holidays. Memorial Day to Labor Day. 218-247-7215 Relive the excitement of days past when the famed Mississippi Melodie Showboat rounds the bend. Colorfully-costumed performers entertain you with song, dance and comedy. 800-472-6366 14 Enjoy an artful evening on the First Friday Art Walk each month. Take in the new exhibit opening reception at the MacRostie Art Center, then stroll the downtown shops for music, demonstrations, and talks by local artists. 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM The Itasca County Historical Society captures the rich history of the country’s past. Our stories cover the locally found wooly mammoth tusks, the Frances Ethyl Gumm (Judy Garland) beginnings, “Miracle on Ice” hockey star Bill Baker, Eric Enstrom’s famous “GRACE” photo, and many more. Find your family in the Karjala Genealogy and History Research Center and remember to stop in at the museum store for a free gift. 218-326-6431 The history of mining on the Iron Range unfolds at the Hill Annex Mine State Park. The Mine Bus Tour takes visitors along scenic overlooks with stops for up-close viewing of vintage mining machinery and buildings. Enjoy camping beneath the pines while you attend one of many events held at the Itasca County Fairgrounds. It’s also the start of the Taconite Snowmobile Trail, the Mesabi Bike Trail and home to Tom Clusiau’s Grand Rapids Speedway. 218-326-6470 The Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway is a 47-mile winding drive from Grand Rapids to Effie on State Highway 38. Spectacular scenery and historic sites, with breathtaking colors in fall. 218-832-3161 An authentic 1900’s logging camp with costumed interpreters awaits at the Forest History Center. See a 1901 Mississippi River wannigan, a 1934 U.S. Forest Service patrolman’s cabin, Minnesota’s first fire fighting vehicle and a 100-foot forest fire tower. Experience exhibits on logging, forest product manufacturing, and forest management. Buy unique, locallymade items in the gift shop. 218-327-4482 Scenic State Park in Bigfork is popular for camping, hiking, crosscountry skiing, canoeing, fishing and bird watching. Two undeveloped lakes surrounded by stands of virgin red and white pines. 218-743-3362 With more than 100 holes of Golf within 15 minutes, Grand Rapids has plenty to offer. Home to several 9 hole courses and three 18 hole championship courses – Pokegama, Eagle Ridge, and Sugarbrooke – there’s a course for every skill level. At the Children’s Discovery Museum, kids can learn about dinosaurs, see an earthquake, scramble the tot maze, talk to trees and play in the Rivertown kid-size shops. 866-CDM-KIDS The famed Judy Garland Museum is the 1925 restored childhood home of one of America’s biggest movie stars, remembered for her role in the immortal Wizard of Oz movie. See the Oz theme garden, special doll collection and the staircase where “Baby Gumm” and her sisters performed. A store has Judy mementos and gifts too. 800-664-JUDY VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 15 grand ways Out in our northern air, a lumberjack-size hunger always follows. Fast food to fine cuisine, there’s a grand restaurant you’re sure to love... The 17th Street Grill at Timberlake is a feast for the senses. Chefs prepare gourmet cuisine with style and skill unique for the northwoods. The extensive dinner menu offers steaks grilled to perfection and sensational seafood. 866-800-2200 timberlakelodgehotel.com At Brewed Awakenings Coffeehouse, their mission is to be a café where you can eat every day and be healthy. Serving fair trade coffee, organic local foods, hearty vegetarian soups and homemade gelato. Free wireless internet. Certified Green Business. 218-327-1088 brewedawakenings.biz Good food and a great time are at Sammy’s Pizza & Restaurant. Enjoy award-winning pizzas, 16 Italian pastas, burgers and sandwiches in a fun atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner. Eat in, or take out. Delivery available. 218-326-8551 What could be better on a hot summer day than a refreshing treat from Dairy Queen? With a variety of favorites on the food menu, treats and cakes too, the Grand Rapids DQ is a hopping place all year around. Classic Car Cruise Night each Thursday from spring to fall. 218-326-3366 mysammys.com Forest Lake Restaurant is your stop for great food & spirits. Newly-remodeled lounge. Watch your favorite sporting events on one of our 6 HDTVs. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Steakhouse features fresh daily specials and seafood. 218-326-3423 forestlakerestaurant.com Otis’s Grill at Sugar Lake Lodge overlooks the 18th green of Sugarbrooke Golf Course. Offering a pub-like atmosphere serving locally produced and homegrown delicacies. Dine indoors or out. Full bar. 800-450-4555 grand ways Free from urban distractions, family & peers connect in our grand nature IRA CIVIC CENTER (CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS) 218-326-2500 The IRA Civic Center prides itself on being able to accommodate any type of event. From concerts to wedding receptions, trade shows to private ice rental, the creative staff can bring flexibility to any meeting to make sure your needs and expectations are met. CONTACT: Dale Anderson, Manager sawmillinn.com 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-235-6455 sawmillinn.com 218-326-8501 The area’s largest full-service hotel and event center has seven event rooms with total theater seating for 975. The legendary hotel has a charming northwoods décor along with a reputation for superior food and service. There’s hi-speed WiFi for excellent connectivity. The friendly and professional staff have 30 years of combined experience. On-and-off premises catering. For comfort, there’s 124 guest rooms, centrally-located swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna. CONTACT: Devron Dame, Director of Sales SUGAR LAKE LODGE 800-450-4555 218-327-1462 sugarlakelodge.com The area’s only year-round lakeside meeting destination. Championship golf, full marina and the chance for team-building partnerships and countless amenities are all nestled on the shore of Sugar Lake. Meeting and event space for 3 to 300 with hi-speed WiFi, professional event planning staff and award-winning cuisine. 150 sleeping rooms, in a wide variety of types, provide flexible housing options for participants. CONTACT: Chad Simons, Director of Sales TIMBERLAKE LODGE sugarlakelodge.com Cedars Dining Room at the Sawmill Inn offers extraordinary food and exceptional service. Famous house specialties include Walleye à la Ritz, prime rib, 20 oz. ribeye and homemade popovers. Full bar with classic and contemporary cocktails and great wines. 800-235-6455 SAWMILL INN 866-800-2200 218-326-2600 timberlakelodgehotel.com Bring your appetite for the deliciously grand time you’ll have dining in Grand Rapids. Grand Rapids offers space for meetings of 2 to nearly 1,000. Timberlake Lodge is an ideal location for groups and social gatherings. With 10,000 square feet of meeting space, they can accommodate groups up to 600. Whether it’s for a business meeting, wedding reception, convention or retirement party, your group will have everything it needs. Featuring the latest in AV equipment including WiFi, built-in screens, data projector and sound system. There are 84 comfortable sleeping rooms and a business center. Restaurant on the premises. CONTACT: Lynne Trembath, Sales Manager VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 17 grand inns Grand Rapids is the comfortable place to get away to Minnesota’s nature. Charming lodging options near art centers, golf courses, snowmobile and ski trails and scenic fall color tours, all in the heart of prime fishing. MORNING GLORY BED & BREAKFAST COUNTRY INN BY CARLSON 800-456-4000 218-327-4960 countryinns.com Hotel rooms & suites include cable TV with CNN, ESPN & HBO, coffee maker, free weekday newspaper, hi-speed WiFi, radio/alarm clock, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, complimentary local phone calls, pet friendly rooms. FOREST LAKE MOTEL 800-622-3590 218-326-6609 forestlakemotel.biz AMERICINN LODGE & SUITES 800-634-3444 218-326-8999 americinn.com 59 rooms & suites with fireplaces & whirlpools. Cable TV with movie channels. Free hispeed WiFi. Free parking. Free breakfast. Kids under 16 stay free. Cold weather hook-ups. Indoor heated pool & whirlpool. Outdoor grill. 18 BUDGET HOST INN 800-283-4678 218-326-3457 budgethost.com 34 rooms, some with whirlpools. Non-smoking available. Cable TV with HBO. Free hi-speed WiFi. Direct dial phones. At-door parking. Continental breakfast. Pet friendly rooms. Truck parking & plug-ins. 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM & motels Overlooks Forest Lake and near public beach. Handicap accessible rooms and both smoking and non-smoking rooms available. Fridge and microwave in all rooms, some have kitchens. Cable TV & Wi-Fi. THE ITASCAN MOTEL 800-842-7733 218-326-3489 itascan.com Newly modernized. Kitchenettes, A/C, free HBO, free coffee, cribs, winter plug-ins. Smoking & non-smoking rates. Winter rates. Close to hospital, shopping, restaurants and the Judy Garland Museum. 866-926-3978 218-326-3978 morningglorybandb.com Four spacious & beautifully decorated suites, each with private sitting room, bedroom and bath. Three with fireplaces & one with whirlpool. Cable TV, free movie collection, A/C and WiFi. Complimentary snacks, tea and cocoa. Full breakfasts included. Business rates and anniversary/romance packages available. Non-smoking. PINE GROVE MOTEL 218-326-9674 pinegrovemotelgr.com Comfortable rooms with cable TV & free HBO, free in-room coffee, refrigerator & microwave. Kitchenettes. Free microwave popcorn in office. Picnic area with BBQ grills. Drive-up access & trailer parking. Sauna. SAWMILL INN 800-235-6455 218-326-8501 sawmillinn.com Legendary hotel with 124 northwoods style guest rooms and 6 suites. Free WiFi, hot breakfast Monday through Friday. Pool, whirlpool, sauna and game room. On-site restaurant and lounge with over 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space. SEAGREN’S POKEGAMA LODGE WHITE OAK INN & SUITES 888-326-9040 218-326-9040 seagrens.com 877-633-5504 218-246-9400 whiteoakinnandsuites.com Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood offering five B&B rooms, 2 or 3 bedroom rentals and 2 bedroom cabins, all with breathtaking lake views. Sandy beach and fishing at end of dock. On snowmobile trails and nearby x-country ski trails. Hi-speed internet. Located West of Grand Rapids in Deer River. Hotel is perfectly located near the area’s top fishing lakes and features 49 well-appointed sleeping rooms. Guests are treated to comforts such as refrigerators, microwave, high-speed internet, indoor pool with kiddie pool, and continental breakfast. Onsite fish cleaning facility & game storage, direct snowmobile trail access. SUPER 8 MOTEL 800-800-8000 218-327-1108 super8.com 3-time international awardwinning property. Super-start breakfast with waffles. Hot beverages available 24/7. Onsite guest laundry. Handicap accessible. Non-smoking rooms available. Large parking area with plug-ins, truck & trailer parking. Direct snowmobile trail access. TIMBERLAKE LODGE & WATERPARK 866-800-2200 218-326-2600 timberlakelodgehotel.com 84 upscale guest rooms with flat screen TVs, hi-speed WiFi, and deluxe oversized dual head and body spray showers. Complimentary full, hot breakfast, fitness room and pool area with slides and mega whirlpool. Restaurant and event center onsite. Warm and welcoming... it’s the only way we greet visitors to our Grand area. VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 19 grand resorts & lodges BOWSTRING SHORES RESORT On Bowstring Lake 800-832-3101 218-832-3101 bowstringshores.com Classic year-round northern MN resort with 13 vacation cabins with full kitchens. Ample dock space, heated outdoor pool and sun deck. Main lodge has games, snacks, onsite laundry, large playground & kayaks. Boat rentals, bait & gas available. Grand fishing is just one of the treasured memories you’ll take home from your lakeside cabin stay in Grand Rapids... Grand Rapids resorts and lodges possess a natural advantage...with over1,200 lakes and more than a million acres of pristine forest... modern mixed with northwoods sophistication... it’s the perfect vacation in Minnesota’s nature. 20 800-355-9740 VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM on the BUCKHORN LOG LODGES LOON POINT RESORT On Caribou Lake 218-256-0089 buckhornoncaribou.com On Wasson Lake 800-542-1470 218-245-1470 loonpointresort.com 3 large, handcrafted, unique & private log lodges with fireplace, sauna, 4-5 bedrooms, private dock, yard, nice kitchen and large deck. Located on Caribou Lake— MN’s clearest. Also a classic old resort with 3 small cottages, wood sauna and game room. HIDDEN HAVEN RESORT On Big Bass Lake 866-246-8989 218-246-8989 hiddenhavenresort.com Thirteen 2, 3 and 4 bedroom log-sided cabins with full kitchens, cable TV and beautiful lake views. 300' sand beach, paddleboats, paddleboard, hydrobikes, canoe and kayaks. Pontoon and fishing boat rentals. Free WiFi in office. JESSIE VIEW RESORT & RV CAMPGROUND On Big Jessie Lake 877-537-7438 218-832-3678 jessieview.com 7 year-round cabins & RV park in the Chippewa National Forest. Studio to 5 bedroom cabins & seasonal RV sites. Cabins feature fireplaces, TVs, 3-season porches, 2 full baths, dishwashers, A/C and more. WiFi, beach, fire rings and boats. Only resort on Wasson Lake. 4 deluxe year-round cabins plus 5 classic cabins. Canoes, kayaks, sailboat, water trampoline, SUP boards and playground. Boats/motors for rent. Direct access to groomed snowmobile trail & x-country and hiking trails nearby. MOOSE LAKE RESORT On Moose Lake 218-246-8675 mooselkresort.com 12 fully furnished resort cabins nicely spaced along 1,200 feet of shoreline and 40 acres of land; most just steps from the water. This family resort is on a great fishing lake with ample space for your boat. Amenities include sandy beach, fire rings, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, and more. Gift shop & convenience items on-site. PINE ACRES RESORT On Prairie Lake 218-326-2082 pineacres-resort.com Exceptionally clean, fully equipped, 5 cabin resort on Prairie Lake. Beach, playground, game room, family games and activities as well as boat and motor rentals. Wi-Fi accessible and cabins wired for satellite. lake SUGAR LAKE LODGE On Sugar Lake 800-450-4555 218-327-1462 sugarlakelodge.com Full-service resort on aquamarine Sugar Lake. Championship golf, full marina, 2 restaurants, sandy beach, tennis courts, and outdoor heated pool. Townhouses with studio, 2 & 3 bedrooms. Lakeside cottages & luxury lodge suites have beautiful lake views. SOUTHWOOD RESORT On Pokegama Lake 888-815-6645 218-326-8761 southwoodresort.com Five beautiful lakeside cabins with hi-speed internet on Lake Pokegama. Premier fishing, boat and pontoon rentals, snowmobiling and x-country skiing. Sandy beach with playground, paddle boats, kayaks, canoe and dock fishing. Pets welcome. WILDWOOD RESORT On Bass Lake 888-328-5858 218-328-5858 wildwoodresort.net Family-friendly resort on Bass Lake near Grand Rapids. 9 lakeside cabins are fullyfurnished & include yearround luxury lodges with fireplaces, A/C, cable TV, WiFi and dishwashers in a northwoods décor. Sandy beach, campfire rings and beautiful sunsets. VISITGRANDRAPIDS.COM 800-355-9740 21 visitor’s Timberlake Lodge L10 Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway Hwy 38, Grand Rapids to Effie 218-832-3161 Forest History Center 2609 Co Rd 76, Grand Rapids 218-327-4482 Hill Annex Mine State Park 880 Gary St, Calumet 218-247-7215 Itasca County Historical Society 201 N. Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-6431 Judy Garland Museum & Children’s Discovery Center 2727 Hwy 169 S, Grand Rapids 218-326-1900 MacRostie Art Center 405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-2697 Dairy Queen Golf on the Edge 1940 Pokegama Ave S, Grand Rapids 218-326-3366 59851 County Road 261, Bigfork 218-743-3626 Eagle’s Club Pokegama 1776 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-4845 3910 Golf Course Rd, Grand Rapids 218-326-3444 El Potro Sugarbrooke 508 Pokegama Ave S, Grand Rapids 218-326-6275 37584 Otis Lane, Cohasset 218-327-1462 Florio’s Grill & Tavern 105 Main Street, Cohasset 218-999-7077 Forest Lake Restaurant 1201 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-326-3423 Otis’s Grill at Sugar Lake Lodge 37584 Otis Lane, Cohasset 218-327-1462 203 4th Ave NW, Deer River 218-246-9868 Pasties Plus Sammy’s Pizza & Restaurant 204 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-3663 720 NW Conifer Dr, Grand Rapids 218-327-5780 802 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-8551 Grand Rapids Farmers Market Scenic State Park Toivo’s Restaurant & Sports Bar 1212 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-999-5550 Downtown Grand Rapids across from Central Square Mall Zorbaz Ogle’s Marketplace Foods 503 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-326-9695 White Oak Fur Post 33155 Hwy 6, Deer River 218-246-9393 Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast L6 IEDC/APEX 726 NW 2nd Ave, Grand Rapids 866-926-3978 12 NW 3rd St, Grand Rapids 218-326-9411 Dale Anderson 218-259-4485 Jason Boser 218-244-2517 Bill Broberg 218-244-8022 Tom Neustrom 218-259-2628 Jeff Skelly 218-259-4941 Jeff Sundin 218-246-2375 Charlie Worath 218-244-5756 24 NE 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-327-1088 2301 S Hwy 169, Grand Rapids 218-326-8501 22 Itasca Realty Lake & Home Moose Lake Resort L23 Remax 1001 Pokegama Ave S, Grand Rapids 218-326-8200 Hwy 38 & 14th St, Grand Rapids 218-326-2500 Pine Acres Resort L17 1336 NE 3rd Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-6470 29604 Hwy 38 N, Grand Rapids 218-326-2082 Itasca Curling Club Seagren’s Lodge L19 902 Hale Lk Pointe, Grand Rapids 218-999-5875 20648 Crystal Springs Lp, Grand Rapids 888-326-9040 Mesabi Trail Bike Trail Sugar Lake Lodge L18 Mt. Itasca Winter Sports Center Grand Rapids to Ely when complete 877-637-2241 407 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-2796 Isabella’s Fashions 201 NW 4th Street, Grand Rapids 218-326-6413 Itasca Trail Sports 316 NE 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-326-1716 Jenny & Company 10 NW 3rd St, Grand Rapids 218-326-1821 Lake Country Furniture 1001 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-5085 L&M Fleet Supply 1400 Hwy 169 S, Grand Rapids 218-326-2926 6 NW 3rd St, Grand Rapids 218-326-6242 Old Central School Hwy 2 & Hwy 169, Downtown Grand Rapids Purple Pinecone 201 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids 218-327-8119 200 Mt Itasca Drive, Coleraine 218-259-7726 Red Willow Thunder Alley XL & Mini Golf 32460 Southwood Rd, Grand Rapids 888-815-6645 1401 E US Hwy 169, Grand Rapids 218-326-5950 Wildwood Resort L21 White Oak Casino 225 SE 21st St, Grand Rapids 218-327-2252 Reed Drug 417 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-3453 45852 US Hwy 2, Deer River 218-246-9600 Salmela Jewelers 1259 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids 218-326-4820 Shaw Florists & Antiques motels AmericInn L1 Deer River Health Care 1812 S Hwy 169, Grand Rapids 800-634-3444 1002 Comstock Drive, Deer River 218-246-2900 Budget Host L2 Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital 311 E Hwy 2, Grand Rapids 800-283-4678 1601 Golf Course Rd, Grand Rapids 218-326-5000 Country Inn L3 Meridian Medical Clinic 2601 S Hwy 169, Grand Rapids 800-456-4000 1542 Golf Course Rd, Grand Rapids 218-999-7000 1215 W Hwy 2, Grand Rapids 800-622-3590 Hopperton’s Moccasin & Gift Mississippi Diamond Jewelers Southwood Resort L20 258 Pine Tree Dr, Bigfork 218-743-3177 Forest Lake Motel L4 208 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids 218-327-1271 21813 Hwy 169 S, Grand Rapids 218-327-1826 IRA Civic Center Itasca Co Fairgrounds & Tom Clusiau’s Grand Rapids Speedway PO Box 847, Grand Rapids 800-450-4555 Frame Up Kindred House Company 36712 Co. 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