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Detroit Lakes • Volume 1 • Issue 4 • August 2010

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4. History

Hotel Shoreham is celebrating 100 years this summer. Baer Bros. building has interesting history, too.

6. Calendar of events Dennis Winskowski, publisher Pippi Mayfield, magazine editor Viola Anderson, circulation manager Mary Brenk, advertising manager 511 Washington Avenue Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218.847.3151 www.dl-online.com

12. Boats & Bars

The Lakes Area Parrot Heads hosts its annual Habitat for Humanity fund-raiser out on the lake.

13. Crazy Daze

Find out where and when all the area upcoming events are happening.

Shopping, shopping and more shopping.

Detroit Lakes merchants open their doors with plenty of sales.

8. Becker County Fair

14. Pine to Palm

The 119th celebration of fun comes to the Becker County Fairgrounds at the close of July.

10. WE Fest

We are goin’ again in 2010. Top headliners for this year include Kid Rock, Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban.

The tradition continues after 78 years of golf competition.

16. Vergas Looney Daze

Vergas hosts its annual celebration with a run, loon calls and more.

18. Pine Point Powwow

Rooted in tradition,

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the annual powwow celebration includes a parade and derby as well.

19. Goldwing

Motorcycle Ride

For the first time in Detroit Lakes, the Minnesota Wings Motorcycle Club is riding into town.

20. Kids Days at the Museum

The Becker County Museum is offering several programs geared toward kids this month.

22. Young Life Triathlon

Get ready to swim, bike and run (or watch at least) for a good cause.

24. Farmers Market Appreciation Day

Besides providing fresh foods, the farmers market is also hosting a free cooking event for the public.

26. DLCCC

The community center portion has marathon training and Zumba, the theatre side has “The Jungle Book.”

29. Discovery Dives

Each weekend throughout the summer, Tri-State Diving offers Discovery Dives. Discover what they’re all about.

30. Tamarac Refuge The nightlife gets pretty wild on the wildlife refuge.

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Histories History

Hotel, Baers Bros. buildings to see

Hotel Shoreham celebrating 100 years this summer; Frazee building changes

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very building holds a story — some are just older than others.

Just a couple of the buildings around Becker County worth the story include the Hotel Shoreham and the Baer Brother’s Building in Frazee.

The Hotel Shoreham, built in 1910, is celebrating 100 years this summer.

The Shoreham area was developed by John K. West, and the hotel was a popular destination for guests coming by boat. Those boat and train schedules still hang on the Hotel wall, in fact. Brothers Rick and Tom Lynch have owned and operated the Hotel Shoreham since 1974.

Over the 100 years, the Hotel has served as hotel, restaurant, drive-in restaurant with carhops, resort and apartment building. The walls were built one-foot thick of concrete, and the archways give a unique, almost Spanish, look to the outside of the building. The archways were enclosed with windows around 1940.

Aside from a few new roofs over the years, Lynch said he hasn’t had to have any work done on the building.

There have been other changes over the years outside the Hotel Shoreham, throughout the Shoreham community. Now, the Hotel and the Shoreham Chapel are the only two original buildings left in what was once one of the most popular destinations in the area.

Back in its heyday, Shoreham was a bustling area, known for its lakes and resorts. At the end of Washington Avenue, on Detroit Lake, people would board steamer Lady of the Lakes and travel through Dunton Locks, on the way to Shoreham.

From about 1890-the 1930s, it started with a train ride into Detroit, followed by a buggy ride to the dock of Detroit Lake. From the dock, the Lady of the Lakes — followed by several other steamers over the years — would take passengers through the lake system, and an hour later, they would be set to enjoy a weekend at Shoreham. Cost for the trip from Detroit to Shoreham 4 | SUMMER SCENE | AUGUST 2010

was 25 cents. In the early 1900s, there were 250 cottages and several small hotels in the Shoreham area.

The Hotel Shoreham is full of historic pictures from both Lynch’s mother’s collection and from the Becker County Historical Museum. The pizza shop across the patio was once a guesthouse, but in 1987, the Lynches added their pizza shop out there.

In Frazee, the Baer Bros. Hall was a place for entertainment. It was used for balls and dances, and there were even stage lights, making it thought to be the best arranged opera house between Fargo and Minneapolis.

Baer Bros. Opera House formally opened September 1899, presenting “Damon and Pythias” and “The Merchant of Venice.” Tickets were 25, 35 and 50 cents. Baer Bros. also owned and operated a store.

The Baer brothers, William and Gottlieb, constructed the building in 1898 for $17,000. They owned it until 1911, when they sold it to Frank Kiene for $20,000. Known as the Kiene Building until 1920, it was then sold to Wilson Hubbard of Iowa. In 1925, it was foreclosed on and sold on a sheriff’s auction to City Commercial Bank of Iowa.

After changing hands several times, it finally landed with John Anderson in 1932. It went through several other owners until Jerry Arenson purchased it in 1969.

The main floor businesses included Baer Bros.

General Store, Kiene’s Store, Bishop’s Grocery Store, Rosenbloom Clothing, Lee Anderson Clothing, Roy Harvey Dry Goods, Hoffman Hardware, Olson Cafe, Skyview Cafe, Jim’s Hardware & Variety, Star Drug, Hareware & Variety, Teiken Drug & Variety, Skyview Theater, Frazee Bar and now George & Becky’s on the Corner.

The second floor, though, was for social functions.

It was a popular place for dances, card parties and the Frazee Opera House. After the public school burned down in 1906, classes were held upstairs for two years.

Graduations and basketball games were also held there. There were also dentist and doctor offices, the telephone company and an attorney located upstairs. It was converted to apartments around 35-plus years ago.

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Calendar July 28-31 Becker County Fair, Becker County Fair Grounds August 1-29 Discovery Dives, every Saturday & Sunday on area lakes.

Contact: Tri-State Diving, 847-4868 August 3 Crazy Daze, downtown Detroit Lakes August 3-31 Farmer’s Market, every Tuesday & Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park Contact: Linda Leitheiser, 218-847-4218 August 4-25 BMX Racing, every Wednesday from 5:45-6:45 p.m. registration at the Becker County Fairgrounds, south side Contact: Alison, 218-8417629 August 4-25 Midnight Cruisers Show ‘N Shine or Cruise, every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Classics Auto Repair & Restoration on Hwy. 59 South. The first Wednesday of each month is Show ‘N Shine, other Wednesdays will be a local cruise.

The public is invited to view the vehicles.

Contact: Lee Swanson, 847-3868 August 5 Kids Day at the Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Becker County Museum.

Program will be “Walk, Ride, Drive and Boat Travel.”

Cost is free.

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August 5-7 WE Fest, Soo Pass Ranch Contact: www.wefest.com August 6 Tamarac Interpretive Association’s Pancake & Sausage Breakfast from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes Pavilion. Price: $6 adults, $3 ages 6 and under Contact: Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge, 218.847.2641 Website: http://www. tamaracfriends.org/

August 12 Live at the Lodge Summer Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. in The Lodge on Lake Detroit Featuring Jazz Duo: Jeff Mooidian-guitar, Mike Helm-piano.

Contact: The Lodge on Lake Detroit , 847-8439 Website: http://www.TheLodgeOnLakeDetroit.com

Contact: Linda Leitheiser, 218-847-4218

August 12-15 Vergas Looney Daze Contact: Marlette Anderson Otto, 218-342-2700; www.govergas.com

Free concert with music by Doc and the Scrubs; bring your own lawn chair.

Before the concert, Habitat for Humanity will be doing a picnic dinner under the shelter as a fund-raiser.

Contact: Holmes Theatre, 844-7469

August 14-15 Pine Point Pow Wow Contact: Mike Swan, 218573-3007 August 17 Tuesdays in the Park, 7 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell

August 9-15 Pine to Palm Golf Tournament, Detroit County Club Contact: 218-847-5790; www. detroitcountryclub.com August 10 Tuesdays in the Park, 7 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell with music by the Ulen Centennial Band; bring your own lawn chair. Before each concert, Habitat for Humanity will be doing a picnic dinner under the shelter as a fundraiser.

Contact: Holmes Theatre, 844-7469 August 11-13 Summer Pottery Camp.

Camps are from 10 am.noon or 2-4 p.m. in The Clayground, 900 Hwy. 34 East. Cost: $75 or $27 for individual classes Contact: Becky Sletto, 218844-CLAY August 12 Kids Day at the Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Becker County Museum.

Program will be “Games of Past and Present.”

Cost is free.

Contact: Becker County Historical Society, 218-847-2938

August 13-15 Great Minnesota Wings Get Together, State Goldwing Motorcycle meeting in Detroit Lakes Contact: Sue, 320-732-6005 August 14 Farmer’s Market Customer Appreciatin Day. Area chefs will demonstrate cooking with fresh produce and have samples in the Detroit Lakes City Park.

August 19 Kids Day at the Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Becker County Museum.

Program will be “Building Becker County.”

Cost is free.

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August 20 Night at the Museum, 5-8 p.m., in the Becker County Museum.

Living history guided tours, local history re-told and interactive displays.

Cost is $10 adults, $5 students Contact: Becker County Historical Society, 218-847-2938 August 20 Kara Dioguardi, 8 p.m. in Shooting Star Casino.

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Contact: Patrick Hollister, 218-329-1809 August 24 Tuesdays in the Park, 7 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell Free concert with music

by Tim Eggebraaten; bring your own lawn chair.

Before the concert, Habitat for Humanity will be doing a picnic dinner under the shelter as a fund-raiser.

Website: http://www.TheLodgeOnLakeDetroit.com August 28-29 Tour of Homes August 31 Tuesdays in the Park, 7 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell Free concert with music by the Lakes Area Community Concert Band; bring your own lawn chair. Before the concert, Habitat for Humanity will be doing a picnic dinner under the shelter as a fund-raiser.

Contact: Holmes Theatre, 844-7469 September 3 Labor Day Weekend Farewell to Summer Event in The Lodge On Lake Detroit Reservations Required (48 hours prior to the event) Cost: $35 per person + tax Contact: 218-847-8439 or 800-761-8439; www.The LodgeOnLakeDetroit.com September 3-6 Western MN Steam Threshers Reunion, Rollag September 5 Caribbean Deck Party, 2-6 p.m. at The Bridge.

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Contact: Holmes Theatre, 844-7469 August 26 Kids Day at the Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Becker County Museum. Program will be “The Tale of Old 3 Legs.”

Contact: Becker County Historical Society 218-8472938 August 26 Live at the Lodge Summer Thursdays, 7-10 p.m.

Featuring Jazz by The Simon Rowe Trio.

Contact: The Lodge on Lake Detroit , 847-8439

September 7-12 Dick Beardsley Marathon Running Camp, Rainbow Resort September 11 Dick Beardsley Run, Detroit Lakes Contact: Brent, 218-844-4221; www. dickbeardsleyrun.com September 16 United Way Community Day Celebration, 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the DL Pavilion.

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Contact: Gail Grabow, 218-847-3590 October 2 Tamarac Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Contact: 218-847-2641; www. fws.gov/midwest/tamarac October 2 Harvest Fest, Perham Contact: Perham Chamber, 800-634-6112; www.perham.com October 3 Oktoberfest, Frazee Event Center Contact: Frazee Forum, 218-334-3566 October 9 St. Mary’s “Fire and Ice” Fund-raiser, 6-9 p.m., Fireside of Detroit Lakes Contact: 218-844-0709 October 9 Kids Day at the Mall, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall October 11-17 National Wildlife Refuge Week with displays in the Washington Square Mall October 17 Washington Square Mall Fall Expo October 30 Halloween Hoot & Parade of Costumes. Games & activities for children from noon-2 p.m.; Parade of costumes at 2 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall October 31 Trick or Treat, 2-5 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall November 6 Focus Christmas Plus Bazaar in the Perham Elementary/Middle Schools Contact: Perham Chamber,

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Becker County Fair

This year marks 119 in county fair celebrations

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oys and girls of every age are preparing to gather for three days of fun, amusement and community bonding that can only be the 119th Annual Becker County Fair. This year’s fair is July 28-31.

For the first time ever, there will be a live band performing on Thursday night under the Big Tent. “We’ve never tried it before,” Fair Manager Bob Sonnenberg said. “They’re a pretty popular band out of Fargo.”

Also, crowd favorites The Callen Family will return.

“They’re always fabulous,” Sonnenberg said.

So will T. Texas Terry on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m., bringing with him his Wild West Show. All Big Tent events are free of charge.

Notwithstanding the altogether new features, expect expansion to nearly all of the returning attractions at the Becker County Fair. This means more rides, more entertainment options and yes, even more types of food to drown

in a deep fryer. The open-class exhibits — such as 4H livestock showings — will also return in full force.

“Last year we had a record year on that and that’s the way it looks again this year,” Sonnenberg said.

Animal demonstration activities include the 4-H and FFA Poultry Show at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, the 4-H and FFA Swine Show at 1 p.m. on Thursday, and the 4-H Horse show at 8 a.m. on Friday. There will be judging of live animal exhibits every day.

The Demolition Derby, too, will be returning. It will headline the Grandstand on Friday and Saturday; with the stock car and compact pickup/minivan Derby and the pickup/4cylinder derby, respectively.

Finally, the Miss and Junior Miss Becker County Fair Pageant will be back, taking over the Grandstand at 6:30 on opening night, Wednesday.

The pageant is a longstanding tradition in the Becker County Fair, and expect the same grace, beauty and majesty from it that you always have, albeit with a fresh new crop of contestants.

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December 5 Holiday Magic at the Mall, from 5-7 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall

November 12-14 Holiday Tour of Shopping Delights

December 11-12 Photos & Wishes with Santa in the Washington Square Mall

November 13 Holiday Fashion Show at 1 p.m. in the Washingotn Square Mall November 20 Bazaar Fest from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall. Booths by non-profit organizations featuring baked items and crafts.

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November 29 Santa’s Grand Parade of Lights, 5:30 p.m. Parade starts at the Pavilion and goes up Washington Avenue to Front Street.

November 29 Santa Reception, from 6-8 p.m. Photos and wishes with Santa in the Wshington Square Mall

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WE Fest goin’ again

Kenny, Keith are back; Kid Rock to headline

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he Midwest’s favorite country music festival is rolling into town this month, making every effort to draw the crowds in again for 2010.

WE Fest will hit Soo Pass Ranch on Thursday, August 5, and keep the music booming and the party hopping through Saturday the 7th.

This year’s lineup has something for every degree of country connoisseur, catering to all variations of the average and not-so-average WE Fest fan.

From acts new to the country music scene, like up-and-comer Jason Aldean, to WE Fest veterans like Kenny Chesney, the main stage will shine with talent both time-tested and prepared to prove its merit.

And from Minnesota-based Hitchville to worldwide phenomenon Kid Rock, the musical styles represented are widespread and fit for an audience that’s anything but cookie-cutter.

With honky-tonk and bluegrass, old-school country and contemporary Nashville themes, mainstream rock-and-roll influences and soulful singer-songwriter vibes, as well as brash Southern rock, mournful blues and maybe even a hint of hip hop, the sounds will range from smooth and sweet to rough and tumble, guaranteeing that there’s an artist to please everybody – whether you’re wearing a cowboy hat or not.

Campsites are also available to accommodate the many lifestyles of WE Fest’s followers. Whether you want to party until tonight becomes tomorrow or catch some Zs and reboot for another day of festivities, Soo Pass Ranch has a place for you – so long as you reserve it soon.

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stage debuts of this year’s Karaoke Roundup winners. Shane Parsons of North Dakota and Lisa Fine and Stephanie Rollings of southern Minnesota will each open for one of this year’s major acts: Kenny, Kid and Keith.

For those who can’t wait until Thursday for the fun to begin, the Ranch House will host a Kick Off Party on Wednesday with WE Fest returnee 32 Below. A perfect lead-in for the rest of the weekend’s entertainment, the bar will open at 4 and the band is set to start at 9.

From Thursday through Saturday, gates will open wide at 2 p.m., making way for the following acts and as many fans as can fit inside.

Thursday, August 5 2:45 p.m. – 32 Below 4:15 p.m. – Gloriana 6:15 p.m.– Randy Houser 8:30 p.m. – Montgomery Gentry 10:45 p.m. – Keith Urban 12:15 a.m. – Shane Wyatt on the Ranch Stage Friday, August 6 2:45 p.m.– Troubadour 4:15 p.m. – Eric Church 6:15 p.m. – Blake Shelton 8:30 p.m. – Jason Aldean 10:45 p.m. – Kid Rock 12:15 a.m. – Troubadour on the Ranch Stage Saturday, August 7 2:45 p.m. – Hitchville 4:15 p.m. – Joe Nichols 6:15 p.m. – Gretchen Wilson 8:30 p.m. – Dierks Bentley 10:45 p.m. – Kenny Chesney 12:15 a.m. – Hitchville on the Ranch Stage For all your ticket and campsite needs, check out www.wefest.com and www.wefesttickets2010.com, or call 1-800-493-3378.

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Good time, good cause

Lakes Area Parrot Heads host annual Habitat fund-raiser on the lake

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he Lakes Area Parrot Heads will be hosting the 5th Annual Boats and Bars event on Saturday, August 28.

The event will start at 11 a.m., with a kick-off party at Zorbaz, continue with a boating tour of the lake, and end back at Zorbaz, with a party at 8 p.m.

There will be two separate bands playing at the opening and closing parties at Zorbaz.

The fun part, though, is what happens in the time between.

Throughout the day-long excursion on beautiful Detroit Lake, people will be treated to the music of Island Steel Drums, in three, three-hour stops along the way.

Additionally, each of the establishments stopped at will be serving a free, complimentary drink of their choice.

Jim Brogren — who is running the event — describes Boats and Bars as “a good cause and a fun time” out on the lake.

And how can something like Boats and Bars not be enjoyable? How can a person ever go wrong with a combination of loved ones, free drinks, and (God willing), radiant sunshine? It’s a veritable mid—summer day’s dream.

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it supports a good cause.

All the money raised from the event will go to Habitat for Humanity. This means, of course, that you need not feel guilty about the alcohol or all the “idle time” spent enjoying the beautiful lakes area.

“Boat and Bars is something look forward to,” said Brogren. “It keeps getting bigger every year, it just keeps growing.”

Tickets are $15, and can be purchased beforehand, or the day-of at Zorbaz.

For more information or to register, contact Jim Brogren at (218)-841-2968.

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Shopping, shopping, shopping

Detroit Lakes merchants pull out the sale tags for annual Crazy Daze

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ome on out and get your goods at the 53rd Annual Crazy Daze on August 3.

Crazy Daze happens along Washington Avenue — which is closed to traffic for the event — from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Jeff Leighton — who is co-chairperson of the event, along with Beth Priday — is excited to be in charge of another year of the popular, and traditional, Lakes Area event.

“It’s a longstanding tradition in the Detroit Lakes area,” said Leighton.

“It’s a great way to get great deals on summer merchandise while there’s still some summer left.”

Leighton has been involved with Crazy Daze for 15 years, and has been a chairperson for the last 4 or 5.

He says he initially got involved to “kind of get some fresh blood, bring in some new ideas” to the event.

And he has done just that.

Several years ago, a variety of new vendors, entertainment and food options were added to Crazy Daze, making the already popular event even more spectacular.

This year’s Crazy Daze will be a continuation of this “new and improved” festival that shoppers have doubtlessly come to expect.

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“We’re gonna have a strolling magician, kids’ games,” said Leighton, listing some of the attractions outside of great deals that Crazy Daze offers.

Leighton has only two words of advice for shoppers hoping to get the best deals and the best selection.

“Come early.”

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Pine to Palm ready to swing

The traditional competition is still growing strong after 78 years of golf

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ho says growth stops with age?

The Pine to Palm Golf Tournament at the Detroit Country Club turns 78 years old, but it is still growing.

For the second consecutive year, the Pine to Palm has added a new player’s division, with the Super Senior Division starting its inaugural year as play starts Aug. 9 and runs through Aug. 15.

Last year, the Mid-Amateur Division was a success, with 22 players taking part and this year, almost double will be competing in the Mid-Am. It’s based off the Mid-Am success, that the Pine to Palm Committee decided to add the Super Senior circuit, which is for golfers 65 and older.

“It’s been very positive, so far, and it will be a competitive tournament,” said Pine to Palm Committee Chair Bob Gorden.

To add the Super Senior division, the usual Senior flights of Cormorant and Pearl have been taken away.

The Super Seniors will have an 18-hole qualifier and the top eight will make the Championship match-play tournament, while the next eight will playoff in a name flight.

“Now those guys can play against players their own age,” Gorden said.

The Mid-Am division will have one more flight added, as well, with Championship match play still being a bracket of 16 and the next eight qualifying scores playing off in an “Executive Flight”.

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this year’s Mid-Am. Rick Linnerooth, a regular Championship Flighter, is moving to Mid-Am competition, after being a regular match play qualifier over many years of Pine to Palm competition.

Last year’s Mid-Am champion, Jay Olafson, will be back.

Olafson enjoyed the first-ever Pine to Palm Mid-Am tournament and believed it will be a strong one for years to come.

“The Mid-Am was lots of fun this week and I think it will only be bigger next year with some bigger names,” Olafson said last year after clinching the title.

The Senior division will lose some quality golfers to the Super Seniors, such as Detroit Lakes’ Ted Hatlan, Bill Blake (last year’s Senior’s runner-up) and Rick Render.

But the Seniors will be adding a former Championship player in Rob Harris, who made the cut on more than several occasions when he played.

T.L. Solien will also be back to defend his 2009 Senior’s title, after he defeated Blake 2 and 1.

Although the Pine to Palm Golf Tournament will be turning 78, Championship play seems to be getting younger and younger.

At the ripe old age of 16, Frazee’s Beau Hanson played to the round of 16 last year, before falling to the University of Minnesota’s Cameron White 7 and 6.

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Chris Perry did it in 1979.

The other 17 or 18 year olds who won Pine to Palm gold included Don Carman (17) in 1936, Pat Sawyer (18) in 1931 and Dave Hanten (18) in 1964.

“The only difference for high school golfers is that they lack match play experience,” said Gorden, who is also the Detroit Lakes head boys’ golf coach. “They are good, solid players and can qualify. But they don’t always match up well against the more savvy veterans of match play.

“If they make mistakes against a veteran, they will probably lose that hole.”

There will be seven players from the Laker team playing in the Pine to Palm this year, including 2010 seniors Nate Ginnaty and Ross Mickelson, juniors Tanner Lane and Connor Hedstrom, along with under classmen Rick Hutchinson, Tyler Baukol and Nate Bausman.

The Laker boys’ finished fifth in the Class 2A state tournament.

But there will also be a strong contention of veterans back, including former Pine to Palm champions Greg Melhus (2003), Russ Newman (1992 and 1994), Ben Freeman (2008), Cory Blenkush (2007), Rick Kuhn (1991 and 2005), Jim Strandemo (1983, 1987 and 1989) and defending champ Tom Hoge.

Hoge, who is entering his final year at Texas Christian University, tore through the Pine to Palm last year after clinching co-medalist honors and cruising through match play — winning by scores of 3 and 2, 3 and 2, 4 and 2 and taking the finals over U of M golfer Thomas Campbell 3 and 1.

With a total of 32 flights, with an estimated 450 golfers playing over the course of Aug. 9-15, the DCC golf course is in pristine condition.

From tee box to green, golfers will be greeted by perfect playing conditions.

“Everything is looking pretty good,” said DCC Ground Superintendent Darwin Lindsey. “The greens have come in very nice and with the rain this summer, everything is looking very green.”

The golfers and their families also will be greeted by a newly renovated clubhouse, which also features the fine food of Little E-Z and concessions in the rotunda area.

Qualifying starts Monday, Aug. 9, and runs through Wednesday evening.

Match play will begin Thursday morning and run through Sunday, where the championship matches in each flight will be played.

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Vergas gets a little looney

Aug. 12-15 will be packed with loon calls, baseball, a pageant and more

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tep just outside Becker County with Vergas Looney Days, held in the beautiful little town of Vergas in Otter Tail County.

Looney Days will extend from August 12 through 15.

Kevin Flynn — the chairman of Vergas Looney Days — has been involved for several years, but wasn’t in

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charge until this year.

“This is my fourth year being a part of it, and my first year being the chair person,” said Flynn.

With plenty of managerial experience under his belt, though — as being president of the Vergas Community Club and owner of Billy’s Corner Bar and Grill — Flynn is taking his newfound responsibility in stride.

In fact, he is very excited.

“It’s a chance for Vergas to shine,” he said. “It’s our town festival.”

Flynn is especially excited for this year’s Looney Days, which he says will make the festival even better than before — namely, for the kids.

“We’re gonna use Loon Field for a lot of kids games,” he said.

“The Vergas Loons (the area amateur baseball team) are gonna put on a clinic for the kids on Saturday,” he added.

Looney Days is far from an exclusive kids event, though. There will be something for every taste in fun and entertainment.

“We’ve got four days worth of events,” Flynn said, “something for the entire family A few of the events at this year include: a Miss Vergas and Miss Altona Pagaent at 7 on Thursday night, August 12; a Vergas “All City Happy Hour” on Friday; a loon calling contest on Saturday at 11:30 a.m.; and Turtle Races on Main Street at 3:30 on Sunday.

There will also be several concerts throughout the festival as well, put on by popular area performers such as the Fat Cats and Tim Mahoney.

Flynn invites everyone that comes to Looney Days, older than 21, to “stop in for a beer and a burger” at Billy’s. Minors can just have the burger.

Flynn has high hopes for this year’s Looney Days, and hopes, God willing, that it will be the most successful thus far.

“Hopefully the weather’s nice and we can make a great weekend of it,” he said.

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Traditional Pine Point Powwow

Annual community event to include 5k run/walk, derby, parade, crafts

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ooking to expand your cultural horizons? Then come to the Traditional Pine Point Powwow on August 13, 14, and 15, on Pow Wow Highway in Ponsford.

This year’s Powwow will feature the Princess and Brave Contest, as well as the John Stone Grass Dance Special.

A rough schedule of the events is as follows: On Friday, there will be a demolition derby at 5 p.m.

On Saturday, there will several events. At 8:30 a.m., there will be a 5K run and walk. At 10 a.m., there will be a flag raising. The grand entry will be from 1 to 7 p.m., and finally, a feast will take place at 5 p.m.

Sunday, there will be another flag raising at 10 a.m., followed by the Rez Car Parade at 11. The Grand Entry will be at 1 p.m., and, lastly, a meal provided at payout.

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The Spiritual Advisor for this year’s Powwow is Mike Swan, the emcee is Mickey Hodges, the Arena Director is Butch Roberts, and Smokey Hills will provide the Host Drum.

Swan – who has been involved in the Powwow for over 15 years — described the Powwow as “more a community event,” but wants it to be understood that anyone can come.

“We’ve had people from Europe,” said Swan.

All drums and dancers are welcome, as well as craft stands — so long as they are Native.

Attendees are encouraged to bring family flags and personal lawn chairs, but not alcohol, drugs, or gang colors.

Security is provided, and camping and showers will be available.

For more information, contact Mike Swan at 218-5732154.

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t’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s…motorcycles?

The second weekend of August will see an unusual group flying into town, and not on the sort of wings one might expect.

The Minnesota Wings Motorcycle Club has chosen Detroit Lakes as the location for its annual gathering, bringing members from its six chapters to the area in celebration of the state’s scenic ride routes.

“Each year we have a get together,” Sue Kaneski, one of this year’s coordinators, said. “We thought Detroit Lakes had a lot to offer.”

Between local hotels and restaurants providing reasonably priced accommodations and the area’s array of picturesque lakes, trees, rivers and hills, the organizing chapter from Little Falls found it an ideal setting for a summer get together.

According to Kaneski, most of the club’s 400 members ride Goldwing motorcycles. Although they derive their name from that particular Honda bike, they make an effort to include riders of other brands.

“We welcome any motorcycle riders to join us,” Kaneski said. “It doesn’t have to be a Goldwing.”

From August 13-15, bikers and their goldenwinged counterparts will soar into town for a weekend of socializing and cycle riding, including raffles, door prizes, drawings, vendors, swap tables and a Sunday morning worship service.

Country Inn and Suites will serve as home base for the festivities, which are, as Kaneski said, open to any motorcycle owners or riders – members or non – who register.

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purchased for $10. Those interested can register online at www.mnwings.com.

“We’ll be going for a ride out and around your beautiful hilly region,” Kaneski said, specifying that there will be rides both Friday evening and Saturday morning.

Saturday is also the deadline for entrance to the Cruising County Courthouse Contest, which asks those interested to take pictures of themselves and their bikes in front of as many of Minnesota’s 87 county courthouses as possible. Photos are to be labeled, submitted and tallied, winning those with the most prizes.

The contest’s – and the weekend’s – purpose is to get bikers out riding and having a good time with their fellow Goldwingers.

“We aren’t a rowdy bunch,” Kaneski said. “We’re just a group of people who enjoy the fellowship of other motorcycle riders and get out and enjoy riding through beautiful Minnesota.”

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Becker County Museum

Museum to host several Kids Days, plus Night at the Museum for all ages

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he Becker Historical Society is hosting a series of “Kids Days” at the Becker County Museum throughout the month of August.

August 5, the theme will be “Walk, Ride, Drive, and Boat Travel.

August 12 will have a theme of “Games of Past and Present.”

The theme on August 19 will be “Building Becker County.”

Each day, the even will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Kid’s Days — which are in their third year — have proved to be very popular.

“There’s always fun things from dress-up to games to play,” said Carrie Johnston, who is in charge of the Kid’s Days and serves as museum manager.

The events are usually indoors, but that can vary depending on the weather and the day’s scheduled activities.

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Johnston added that the Kid’s Days — which are free — usually attract kids “from preschool up through about 6th grade,” although, she added, teenagers sometimes come as well.

“I hope we have good weather and keep it busy,” Johnston said.

“It’s been a great program.”

In addition to the Kid’s Days, there will be a “Night at the Museum” on Augusts 20 from 5 to 8 p.m.

This will feature living history guided tours, interactive displays, and many other educational, entertaining choices.

“We are going to have some live actors,” Johnston said, to portray different periods in Becker County History.

The cost for Night at the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for children.

All proceeds to go benefit the Becker County Historical Society.

Carrie Johnston can be reached at (218)-847-2938.

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Ready, set, go: Triathlon time

Organizers planning on biggest event yet; two options for competition

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ith waters aplenty, an around-the-lake loop bikers adore and scenic running routes, Detroit Lakes might have been made with a triathlon track in mind.

On Saturday, August 21, the Pavilion will serve as the starting line for this year’s Young Life Triathlon, open to everyone from annual participants pumping their way through the Tri Minnesota Series to novices challenging themselves to their first three-tiered event.

Event manager LuAnn Milner expects the triathlon to be bigger than in past years, bringing the opportunity to swim, cycle and scurry through town to more than ever before.

“We’ve grown every year since we began,” Milner said, adding that she anticipates between 370 and 400 people to partake in this summer’s triathlon.

Since it’s meant to appeal to all ages and athletic abilities, there will again be two courses to choose from.

The Olympic-length Long Course consists of a 1½k swim in Detroit Lake and a 40k bike trek followed by a 10k run, which will take its followers to Dunton Locks and back. The Sprint Course, tailored to a less intense standard, instead includes a 500m swim, a 20k bike ride and a 5k run.

The triathlon can also be split into sections and run as a relay for those who aren’t up to a full triad of events.

This year, a relay division has been added to the Sprint Course, offering increased opportunity to get a group together.

“We added the Sprint Relay just because we had a lot of requests for it,” Milner said, mentioning that it will operate like its longer counterpart, with teams of 2-3 people in male, female and mixed groups.

The cost of participation is $60 for an individual and $85 for a team, and can be paid online or by mail. There will be no day-of registration, so sign-up soon.

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All proceeds go toward the local leg of Young Life, an organization that establishes supportive relationships between leaders and kids to introduce them to Jesus Christ and help them grow into happy, confident, responsible adults.

“This is a major fundraiser for the local Young Life,” Milner said, adding that all the money will stay in the community’s club.

Once registration is complete, race packets will be available for pickup from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, August 20 at the DL Community Center, or at 6:30 a.m. in the band shell on race day.

Check-in and body marking will also be in the band shell bright and early Saturday morning. A mandatory 7:40 meeting will preface the 8 o’clock starting gun.

For those who aren’t competing, the triathlon offers a different sort of sport, aimed at watchers who don’t want to get their feet wet.

“It’s a great spectator event because there’s lots of places along the lake to watch from,” Milner said.

A terrific opportunity to spend the morning enjoying the final days of summer, the triathlon takes place in prime viewing locations, like around glistening Detroit Lake and over to Dunton Locks’ woodsy wonderland.

Once the competitors have stroked, spun and sprinted to the finish line, there will be an 11:30 lunch free to all racers (and $7 for others) back at the beach, followed by an award ceremony at noon, which will bestow honors on the day’s top racers.

Participants are encouraged to relax after their triathlon triumph with family, friends and fun on the beach and around town.

To end the summer on a healthy high note, sign up for the Young Life Triathlon and get in gear for heartpumping exercise in the midst of DL’s picturesque panorama. For course maps, event rules and registration information, visit www.pickleevents.com/events/ younglifetri.

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Growers hold appreciation day by showing how to cook fresh foods

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ot only is the Lake Area Farmers Market open in Detroit Lakes City Park, the growers are thanking customers by hosting an appreciation day Saturday, Aug. 14. Area chefs will demonstrate cooking with fresh produce and have samples for everyone to see just how good fresh tastes.

There will also be a drawing for a basket of donated items from the Farmer’s Market vendors.

Even if you don’t win the basket though, mosey on over to the Farmers Market, where you can find all sorts of homemade and locally grown foodstuffs.

The market opened for the season May 15, and is open for business from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer months.

There are 28 full-time venders this year, enough so that organizers are looking at three rows of booths instead of two this year, said farmers market president Linda Leitheiser.

There are also part-time venders and those who show up occasionally, she said.

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asparagus, spinach, lettuce and other vegetables, real maple syrup and homemade doughnuts. (The doughnuts are from Leitheiser, who made more than 1,700 dozen last year). New venders at the farmers market this year will sell homemade chips and salsa, locallyraised meat and homemade barbecue.

Venders come from a 60-mile radius around Detroit Lakes and their goods are required to be grown or produced at home.

“You cannot bring anything in from out of state and you cannot bring anything in you have not made yourself,” Leitheiser said. “It must be your own product.”

Some venders accept WIC (Women, Infants and Children) coupons, so that “mothers with small children can come out and get good, fresh produce,” she added.

The market opens at 10 a.m. sharp — no early sales — in order to give all venders a chance to set up and get ready before the selling begins.

“If a vender comes in and is running late, we all help them get set up — we have a good group of people here,” she said.

Then a cowbell is rung and the selling starts.

The farmers market is a popular place with the locals, and others.

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ummer is almost wrapping up, but we’ve got plenty left to do at the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center. We’re sure to have something right up your alley!

The Historic Holmes Theatre will have its last summer performance before it heads into high gear with the 2010-11 Season. Come to the theatre on Aug. 19, as local children will put on their version of “The Jungle Book” at 7 p.m. After students go through a 4-day intensive summer camp, they will know all there is in order to put on a great show!

If you know a child between the ages of 6-12 that wants to learn the artistry and craft of producing a theatrical show, including: exploring and developing characters, learning and choreographing dances, create puppets and costumes, and playing games to teach theatre skills, sign them up! Youth Theatre Camp will be run from Monday- Thursday, Aug. 16-19, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Cost is $100/student, with a minimum of 12 and maximum of 25 participants.

Tuesdays in the Park is still going strong each Tuesday night at 7 p.m., wrapping up with the final concert of the summer on Aug. 31. These free concerts feature some of the best area talent in the bandshell in the City Park. From 6-7 p.m. each Tuesday, Habitat for Humanity is holding a picnic dinner, so there’s no need to pack a picnic basket!

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Concerts in August: 3 — Purple Pan Steel Drum Band (Caribbean style drumming), 10 — Doc & the Scrubs (big band/jazz), 17 — Ulen Centennial Band (big band, jazz, classic marches, patriotic favorites and other concert band classics), 24 — Tim Eggebraaten (acoustic guitar and vocals-variety, covers and originals), and wrapping up on the 31st with the Lakes Area Community Concert Band (big band, jazz, classic marches, patriotic favorites and other concert band classics).

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by FACE, Inc. Each volunteer receives free camping or parking, concert ticket, one meal per day and a donation to the theatre for your time in exchange for helping us educate patrons attending WE Fest to reduce, reuse and recycle. Call Terry at 218-844-4221 ext 120 to make a difference in the arts, help our environment, AND Kick up your heels at WE Fest 2010!

We’ve been working hard on the Holmes Theatre’s 2010-11 Season, so stay tuned for announcements this month and watch www.dlccc.org for new shows and events! This season is going to be great!

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We’ve got everything from racguetball and basketball to free weights, a 140-foot waterslide, and indoor cycling.

Get a break from the heat and come to the DLCCC. We’ve got everything you need to get a great workout. With a variety of fitness classes, including: Cardio Combo, Aqua Combo, and Power Yoga, we’ve got something for everyone!

The Rec “The Rec” is a place where a kid can be a kid! All activities are free and range from crafts and projects to games and contests. All activities are supervised. Youth are allowed to come and go as they please. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. through August 13. Activities include: shuffleboard, ultimate Frisbee, pickleball, kickball and creative crafts.

Zumba Every Saturday through September, we’re movin’ and shakin’ in the gym with Zumba! Ditch the workout — join the party! Dance your way to a fitter you with exciting and unique Latin moves and rhythms. Zumba fitness is designed for everyone-every shape and age! Saturdays, 10:1511:15 a.m. Free for Premier Plus Members or with a Day Pass. $3 for Premier members.

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Adult programs DLCCC Running-Training Program — Wednesdays, June 23- Sept. 8, at 6 a.m., DLCCC, Cost: $60 Premier Plus, $65 Premier, $70 Non-member Get ready for the 15th Annual Dick Beardsley Run — Saturday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. This is one of the premier races in the Lakes Area. It’s a great fall race that is ideal for first-timers as well as veteran runners! www.dickbeardsleyrun.com The 15th Annual Dick Beardsley Run is Saturday, Sept.

11. Slip on your running shoes and come to Detroit Lakes for the Dick Beardsley ½ Marathon, 5K, 2-Person Half Relay and Kid’s Fun Run. The runs are scheduled for 8:30 a.m. and the kids’ run starts at 11 a.m. Join the fun Friday evening for a spaghetti feed from 6-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 at the DLCCC. Dick Beardsley and running guest Kathrine Switzer will speak at 7:30 p.m. Switzer is the first woman to enter and run the Boston Marathon. (Pictures on opposite page.) She gained national attention and notority when a race official tried to physically removeher from the race.

2010 marks the 15th Anniversary for the Dick Beardsley Half Marathon. Look for plenty of extras such as chip timing, performance fabric garments, plenty of entertainment along the way as well as water stops.

Sign-up online at www.dlccc.org or www.dickbeardsleyrun.com .

Call Brent Wolf at 218-844-4221 ext. 118 with questions or for more information.

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Discovery Dives Dive down every weekend this summer

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hen summer’s heat becomes unbearable and you need a way to cool down, think deep down.

Every Saturday and Sunday through Labor Day weekend, Tri-State Diving will be leading Discovery Dives in area lakes.

“We’re going to try to hit a different lake each time,” certified Recreational Diving Instructor and Evaluator Gary Thompson said, adding that suggestions for diving locations are welcome.

Designed for divers who don’t have a boat of their own or are visiting and unfamiliar with the area, Thompson has been taking divers on similar dive expeditions “forever.”

“In this area we have some of the best freshwater diving in the world,” Thompson said. “We have 420 lakes within 20 miles.”

Discovery Dives are open to certified divers of any age. Anyone who is not certified but would like to try scuba is welcome to call Tri-State Diving and sign up for training sessions.

Divers should bring their own equipment if they have it; otherwise, rental equipment is available.

“It’s a two-tank dive,” Thompson said. “We’ll dive, come up and have a pop and a snack in between, and then dive again.”

Dive expeditions will take off from the dive center, located at 28300 Little Floyd Lake Road in Detroit Lakes. Groups will carpool to the week’s lake, and then take a boat to the dive spot.

“We’ll get a little briefing about what they might see down there,” Thompson said, adding that they may glimpse various underwater artifacts.

This summer, anyone who wants to discover the mysteries of the area’s deep won’t have to hold his breath.

To sign up for a Discovery Dive or for more information, call Tri-State Diving at 847-4868.

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Tamarac Wildlife Refuge

The nightlife can get pretty wild; come check out outdoor programs

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ugust is the month to prepare for the cold months ahead. Spend some time in nature to rejuvenate your spirit before the frigid temperatures arrive.

Experience some vibrant early foliate color with native sumacs and observe the beauty of late summer flowers including yarrow, goldenrod, hoary alyssum, and woodland sunflower.

Sample the fall cuisine with raspberries, gooseberries, elderberries, pin cherries and chokecherries that can all be found and picked south of Hwy 29 in the visitor area. See you at the refuge where the blacktop ends and the backwoods begins.

Wildlife Watching Here at Tamarac, wildlife is left undisturbed as they care for their young. Portions of the refuge are closed to the public during this crucial time, but many viewing opportunities still exist. The most optimum times for viewing wildlife occur around sunrise and sunset. But sometimes even an afternoon visit can be rewarding to the quiet, watchful observer.

To increase your chances of seeing wildlife, take a drive on the Blackbird Auto Tour Route. This five-mile drive follows the edges of lakes, marshes and meadows.

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the maple basswood forest.

Fishing Try your luck in one of our five lakes open to fishing.

There are many varieties of fish to be caught including crappie, walleye, sunfish, northern pike and bass.

A fishing map and regulations can be obtained at the refuge information kiosks or the visitor center.

Visitor Center If you’ve got questions, our enthusiastic staff has answers. We are eager to help you make the most of your visit. Check out our interactive exhibits and learn about the diverse habitats, which support Tamarac’s many species of wildlife.

Learn about the historical use of the refuge including that of the Ojibwe Indians and the European settlers.

Be sure to view our large screen presentation entitled: “Tamarac: Its Life and Legends.”

Before you leave, browse in the Tamarac Bookshop.

Proceeds from sales support educational programs at the refuge.

The visitor center is located 9 miles north of Hwy 34.

Visitor center hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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refuge with a knowledgeable guide. Search for wildlife and learn about the cultural and natural history of Tamarac.

Wildlife films, special programs or activities will be offered every Sunday at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 7 — 10 a.m. A Trumpeter Triumph Talk and Tour.

Meet at the Tamarac Visitor Center and discover the world of trumpeter swans, North America’s largest waterfowl species. Learn how this bird was nearly decimated and how Tamarac played a critical role in its amazing recovery. Then we’ll head out on the refuge in search of these beautiful birds and their young Photo Contest You are invited to participate in Tamarac’s 8th annual Amateur Photo Contest. There are five categories this year: Wildlife, Plant Life, Scenic, Nature’s Abstracts and Recreation. All photos must be taken on the refuge and entries must be received by Sept. 10. For more information stop in at the visitors center, call 218-847-2641, or visit www.tamaracfriends.org.

find. A great family activity presented by MinnAqua instructor Jess Johnson at the Tamarac Visitor Center.

Sunday Movies, 2 p.m.

Aug. 1: Planet Earth — Seasonal Forests.

Investigate temperate regions and find some of the most elusive creatures and well-adapted plant life on earth. From the giant sequoia to the Siberian forests, Forests bring to life a seemingly familiar world that remains largely unexplored. 55 min.

Aug. 8: Lords of Nature — Life in the Land of Great Predators. Wolves and cougars, once driven to the edge of existence, are finding their way back — from the Yellowstone plateau to the canyons of Zion, from the farm country of northern Minnesota to the rugged open range of the West. It tells the story of science now discovering the great carnivores as revitalizing forces of nature, and a society now learning tolerance for the beasts they had once banished. 60 min. New!

Friday, Aug. 13 — 8-10 p.m.

Tamarac Twilight Hike.

Join us for an evening of discovery at the Tamarac Visitor Center. While most critters are settling in for a night of rest, others are just waking up! Learn about Tamarac’s nightlife and how they adapt to the darkness of night. Use your senses and become part of their world. Meet at the visitor center to carpool to hiking location. Bring a flashlight and insect repellent.

Sunday, Aug. 15 — 2 p.m.

Going Green in a Changing Climate.

How is global climate change affecting wildlife and wildlands?

Learn about some of the latest research going on in distant lands and right here at Tamarac.

Then find out how you can make a difference by leaving a smaller “carbon footprint” on the planet. Sandy Gunderson of Becker County Environmental Services will show you that it’s easy being green. Meet at the Tamarac Visitor Center.

Tuesday, Aug. 24 — 1 p.m. Wet and Wild: Macroinvertebrates!

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Aug. 22: Beavers, the Biggest Dam Movie You Ever Saw! Take an intimate swim with beavers and experience the rich aquatic habitat of one of nature’s greatest engineers. Our most popular movie! 38 min.

Aug. 29: Mino-Bimadiziiwin: The Good Life, Ojibwe wild rice harvesting in Minnesota. An engaging portrait of a community on the White Earth reservation where people’s lives revolve around the annual harvest of wild rice. 57 min.

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On a sun-filled afternoon Tamarac will receive many visitors seeking to find wildlife in the great outdoors. However, just because we go to sleep at night, doesn’t mean all of Minnesota’s wildlife does the same.

The evening in a forest is a thrilling new world with a unique set of sights and sounds.

In fact some of the prime wildlife viewing, or listening opportunities exist in the hours of darkness. Here are some wildlife calls and sightings that can be found on the refuge when the sun sets.

Loon Calls: There is probably nothing more distinctive in the northern wilderness than the call of the loon. The loon has four basic calls. The tremolo, which sounds like quivering laughter, is a sound of alarm and aggression. This is also the call a loon performs when flying. The “wail” is the long lonely call used to communicate over distance. The “yodel” is used by males to guard their territory. Finally the “hoot” a shorter call, is used to communicate with the young.

Wolf Howls: Wolves are some of the most social and vocal mammals. Howling is used to identify one another, celebrate a successful hunt and find other pack members. The low pitch and long duration of a howl are well suited for transmission in forest and across tundra. Because wolves range over vast areas to find food, they are often separated from one another.

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Owls: The word owl comes from the old English word ule, which means to howl. Minnesota has twelve different owl species that are active in the darkness of Tamarac’s forests. Owl calls can be heard on the refuge that range from rapid whistles, long piercing screeches and gentle softer hoots. The two most common species on the refuge are the barred owl and the great horned owl. The barred owl has a call that sounds like it is saying “who cooks for you?” While the great horned owl call is from 3 to 8 hoots, most often six. It is called a “hootie” or hoot owl because its call is a deep who–who HOO-HOO. Because these creatures are active mainly by night, counter to our diurnal activity, they are often misunderstood and considered evil — blood sucking bats, the Big Bad Wolf. Though these are fascinating creatures that have adapted themselves to the night in order to reduce overall competition for resources among other species; it allows animals with similar food sources, such as hawks and owls, to live within the same habitat.

Tamarac is holding a Twilight Hike on Aug. 13, where we will become a part of the refuge’s wild night life. We will learn how to sing to the loons, wolves, and owls and about many nocturnal animal adaptations to darkness. We will meet at the visitor center at 8 p.m.

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