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a snowmobile powerhouse, but to simply survive. Incorporated in 1959, Trail-ASled, Inc. quickly grew to elite status among snowmobile manufacturers during the 1960s when rising public demand for these machines was creating an entirely new industry. Along the way, Trail-A-Sled,

Bay Lake Area Lions

Inc. and its subsequent firm Scorpion, Inc. built an industry-leading reputation for quality, dependability, and design, becoming the second largest domestic manufacturer of snowmobiles and a leading employer in central Minnesota’s beautiful Cuyuna Lakes region. By March of 1978 the firm was sold to long-time rival Arctic Enterprises. The CrosbyIronton facility was closed in March 1980. Nowadays, Scorpion snowmobiles continue to capture the imagination of vintage hobbyists throughout the world, and the annual Scorpion Homecoming gathering attracts hundreds of enthusiasts to Crosby, the birthplace of Trail-A-Sled, Inc. and Scorpion snowmobiles.

RUTTGER’S BAY LAKE RESORT

Joseph Ruttger began a century-plus tradition when he opened the resort on the shores of Bay Lake in 1898. The resort began humbly when Joseph and his wife Josephine opened their Bay Lake home to weary travelers and fishermen and shared a home-cooked meal. Enough people enjoyed Josephine’s food that word spread, and soon people were coming from far and wide to enjoy the beauty and relaxation of Minnesota’s Lake Country, a nice meal and Ruttger’s legendary hospitality. This foundation has grown to be what is now known as Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort, which has become a mainstay for families to enjoy for over a century. Ruttger’s now includes a full lodge with indoor and outdoor pools, two renowned dining experiences, Jack’s 18, a championship 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, retail shops and a full service salon, all on the gorgeous shores of Bay Lake. Visit www.ruttgers.com for booking and rates information.