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A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE JULY 6, 2016 ISSUE OF THE TRIBUNE

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A full listing of events throughout the summer....................................

SMALL TOWN FESTIVALS

Little communities put on big parties, as they celebrate annual town events...............

LOCAL, FRESH FOOD

Spice up your summer with farmer’s markets and fresh food...............................

SUMMER RECIPES

Give summer meals a splash of fun..............

APPRECIATING THE ARTS

How you can find unique art pieces at local art shows this summer....................

The Detroit Lakes Area Summer Scene is a magazine that is published monthly from May through September.

The magazine is for the reading enjoyment of visitors as well as seasonal and year-round residents.

Two additional versions of the magazine are published in the East Otter Tail Lakes Area and Park Rapids.

For advertising information contact Detroit Lakes Newspapers at 218-847-3151 Paula Quam, magazine editor Viola Anderson, circulation manager Sara Leitheiser, creative manager

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AROUND THE SURROUNDING LAKES AREA...ENJOY!

JULY JULY 4 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS A fireworks display begins at dusk over Detroit Lake. Take a pontoon out or join the party down on the beach.

JULY 5 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

JULY 7 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-847-2641.

JULY 8-18 NORTHWEST WATER CARNIVAL The 81st Northwest Water Carnival is 10 day of family-friendly activities, sponsored by the DL Jaycees.

From bed races to water fights to the parade, families flock to Detroit Lakes for the historic, action-packed carnival.

JULY 9 RIDE FOR THE FUTURE This 100-mile motorcycle ride is designed to bring awareness to Boys & Girls Clubs of Detroit Lakes & Perham after school and summer programming. Register and ride through beautiful lakes country.

Contact: Sue 218-847-5700.

JULY 9 PINE POINT MUSIC FESTIVAL The music fest will have you listening to Blues, Old Country, Rock & Roll, Hip Hop, Classical, Native songs & more. This a drug free and alcohol free event for the whole family.

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JULY 9 DETROIT LAKES MIDSUMMER BIKE TOUR Contact: 218-844-4221 JULY 9 & 10 CORMORANT ART SHOW The 19th Annual Art Show is sponsored by the Cormorant Area Art Club and features 25 regional artists will display a wide variety and gift items. There will be artist’s demonstrations, door prizes and refreshments available.

JULY 12 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

JULY 13 CRUISE DL NIGHT Walk West Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes as it is closed down to traffic and lined with old time, classic cars and trucks from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Contact: 218-847-9202.

JULY 21 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-847-2641.

JULY 22 & 23 PRAIRIE FIRE CHILDREN’S THEATRE ROBIN HOOD Tear down Sherwood Forest and build a mall? Not if the merry band & other citizens of the forest have a say! Youth, ages 7 through 18, will delight you with this whimsical adaptation of Robin Hood, with special twists. The show starts at 7 p.m. at the Historic Holmes Theatre.

Contact: 218-847-4637

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JULY 24 ARTS & CRAFTS IN THE PARK Over 100 vendors entice shoppers with their creativity and originality in the Detroit Lakes City Park. The event is free.

Contact: 218-847-9202 JULY 26 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free.

Contact: 218-844-7469.

JULY 27 - 30 BECKER COUNTY FAIR From the rides to the food to the derbies to the animals, the Becker County Fair begins July 27 at 8 a.m. and goes through the Saturday night at the Becker County Fairgrounds. Contact: 218-847-8407 JULY 27 & 28 ROCK OF AGES Are you ready to rock? Go back to the time of big bands, big egos, and even bigger hair!

Fresh off Broadway, this smash hit features the music of Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Journey, Bon Jovi, Styx and more. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Holmes Theatre. Contact: 218-844-7469

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JULY 28 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218847-2641.

JULY 30 LAKE PARK FIREMAN’S STREET DANCE A softball tournament, city-wide rummage sale and street dance is happening in the city of Lake Park. Contact: 218-238-5532

AUGUST AUGUST 2 CRAZY DAZE Starting at 7 a.m. and going to 6 p.m., local businesses downtown close down the streets and pull out their summer merchandise to sell at clearance prices.

Contact: 218-847-9202 AUGUST 2 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion.

If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

Nothin’ like the ol’ county fair There’s something a little bit magical about county fairs, the way they pull people together in the heart of summer for time spent on nothing but pure fun.

The Becker County Fair is always a buzzing place to be when it rolls around, which this year is Wednesday, July 27 through Saturday, July 31.

The smells of that familiar fair food drift through the air while the sounds of laughter (and sometimes screaming) fill the air as carnival rides zip and swirl around.

Over in the fairground barns, it’s all about 4-H and FFA, as exhibits and animals await anxiously to see if they get that coveted blue ribbon.

Big tent entertainment runs throughout the weekend with performers that never fail to amaze.

Two nights of demo derbys also pull in the crowds.

Fair organizers are getting ready for a big year this time around, as they get ready to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Becker County Fair.

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AUGUST 4-6 WE FEST The country music festival at the Soo Pass Ranch pulls in thousands of people and the hottest country music stars in the country. Contact: 1-800-493-3378 AUGUST 4 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218847-2641.

Can you handle it? Ojibwe Forest Rally is fast and furious You feeling the need for speed?

Gravel will fly, rubber will burn and metal will most likely be bent and twisted when the Ojibwe Forest Rally returns to Detroit Lakes August 26 and 27.

Thousands of people line the streets to watch as racers start the rally in Detroit Lakes to forest stages near Akeley in the Paul Bunyan State Forest. The rally winds its way through the Two Inlets and White Earth Forests on some of the best rally roads in the country, ending up in Detroit Lakes for one, last spectacular showing. Concrete barriers are placed throughout the route for spectator safety, as cars go zooming through the closed-off section of the city.

This will the 34th annual running of the Ojibwe Forest Rally, which features nearly 150 stage miles stretched out over two days.

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AUGUST 8 – 14 PINE TO PALM GOLF TOURNAMENT Location: Detroit Country Club Contact: 218-847-5790 AUGUST 9 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion.

If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469

AUGUST 10 CRUISE DL NIGHT Walk West Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes as it is closed down to traffic and lined with old time, classic cars and trucks from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Contact: 218-847-9202.

AUGUST 10 - 14 VERGAS LOONEY DAZE From the street fair to the parade and all of the activities in between, Looney Daze is sure to entertain. Contact: 218-3422091 AUGUST 13 & 14 PINE POINT POW WOW The grand entry begins Saturday at 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. in the community of Pine Point.

Contact: 218-573-2154 AUGUST 16 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion.

If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469

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AUGUST 18 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-8472641

Full steam ahead for Western Minnesota Steam threshers Stepping onto the grounds of the Western Minnesota Steam Threshers is like taking a step back in time. The weekend-long celebration happens every Labor Day weekend in Rollag, just a few miles southeast of Hawley.

This is no ordinary museum of old farm equipment, though. It’s an entire pioneer village that is brought back to life once a year for visitors to get a true taste of what life was like back then. The aroma of made-from-scratch food fills the air, as old-time demonstrations of every kind are dotted throughout the property. Of course the spotlight is shown on the ‘ol steam engines, as a variety of rolling exhibits make their way through the grounds.

This year the full line of Minneapolis equipment will be showcased, including traction engines, gas tractors and implements.

A big steam train chugs its way around the event, taking visitors on free rides and giving them an up-close, first hand experience of history.

It’s all volunteers that run this event, which brings thousands of people through the gates every year. The event runs September 2 - 5.

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AUGUST 19 & 20 YOUNG LIFE TRIATHLON The triathlon begins at the Detroit Lakes City Park. Contact: 218844-5808 AUGUST 23 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218844-7469.

AUGUST 25 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-8472641 AUGUST 26 & 27 OJIBWE FORESTS RALLY The Muscatell Ojibwe Forests Rally winds its way through the Two Inlets and White Earth Forests on some of the best rally roads in the county. Contact: 651-260-9456

AUGUST 26 & 27 WOLF LAKE HARVEST FEST Location: Wolf Lake Contact: 218-252-5618 AUGUST 27 BOATS & BARS The 11th annual Boats & Bars is an event to benefit Habitat for Humanity of the DL area, sponsored by the Lakes Area Parrot Heads. Contact: 218-841-2968 AUGUST 27 RIB FEST Sign up to compete or just come out to enjoy some ribs at the Lakeside Tavern on West Lake Drive. Contact: 218-234-9131 AUGUST 27 NORTH COUNTRY HIKING FEST The 10th annual event begins at 10:30 a.m. and goes to 4:30 p.m. at Itasca State Park. Meet at the Jacob V. Brower Visitors Center.

AUGUST 30 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218844-7469.

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SEPTEMBER 9 TOAST TO TAMARAC A fundraiser for the Friends of Tamara, this event features wine tasting and live music by Dave Ferreira Trio, appetizers, silent auction and games.

Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Contact: 218-846-9815

SEPTEMBER 2 – 4 WESTERN MN STEAM THRESHERS REUNION Steam engines, gas engines, horse power, pioneer life, home-style cooking, spark shows, free rides, entertainment and parking. Contact: 701-212-2034

SEPTEMBER 10 DICK BEARDSLEY MARATHON The Dick Beardsley Marathon starts at the Detroit lakes City Park, and runners can choose from a half marathon, a 10 K and a 5 K. The event begins at 8 p.m. Contact: 218-844-4221

SEPTEMBER 3 & 4 LADDIES LOPPET MOUNTAIN BIKE STAGE RACE The 26th annual event is hosted by Maplelag and is one of the oldest mountain bike races in Minnesota.

This is a great event for the whole family with races and age categories for every type of rider. Contact: 1-800-654-7711

SEPTEMBER 10 RICHWOOD WINERY GRAPE STOMP Join Richwood Winery for the annual Grapestomp. Craft and food vendors with lunch available. Prizes awarded to best stompers and best costume.

Contact: 218-844-5990

SEPTEMBER 3 LAKES AREA FARMERS MARKET Every Tuesday and Saturday, locally grown fresh produce, local craft and health items are available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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SEPTEMBER 30 FIRE AND ICE This fundraiser for St. Mary’s Foundation is at the Fireside in Detroit Lakes. Contact: 218847-0867

OCTOBER Finding your inner cowboy or cowgirl: WE Fest pulls in 30,000 WE Fest isn’t just a country music festival - it has taken on a life of its own to become one of the most famous, well-attended country music fest in the country.

Every year the most sought after country music artists in the industry make WE Fest a priority, as the three-night festival is packed with star power.

This year WE Fest officially kicks off Aug 4 - 6 out at the Soo Pass Ranch a few miles south of Detroit Lakes and will feature artists such as Eric Church, Kid Rock, Billy Currington, Steven Tyler and Tim McGraw.

People come from all over the country with campers, tents and a whole lot of yee-haw! Event organizers say a good, solid year will bring in roughly 30,000 “WeFesters”, who often times make the annual event a tradition.

The festival becomes almost like a little city, with different campgrounds, a hospital tent and variety of food and clothing vendors.

Tickets can be purchased both for the concerts and for campsites at wefest.com.

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OCTOBER 1 DAMIEN HOME TOUR The Detroit Lakes Damiens work with area homeowners with extraordinary homes to open up to the public. The tours go from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 218234-1353.

OCTOBER 1 TAMARAC FALL FESTIVAL Spend a day at the settlers’ cabins to celebrate Tamarac.

Venture out on a guided refuge tour to discover Tamarac’s past while looking for the future.

Become a refuge manager on the activity trail and learn about wildlife success stories along the way. View the Annual Photo Contest entries and vote for your favorite. Lunch is available for sale by the Friends of Tamarac.

The event goes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 218-847-2641.

OCTOBER 22 VERGAS HAIRYMAN RUN “I outran the Hairyman” 5K Fun

Run/Walk starts at 4 p.m. in Vergas. Prizes awarded for not only the winners of the race, but also for best theme costumes.

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NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 24 PARADE OF TREES The Lake Park Parade of Trees is held at the American Legion in Lake Park and features dozens of Christmas trees decorated by themes. Contact: 218-238-5532 NOVEMBER 28 PARADE OF LIGHTS Community members gather in downtown Detroit Lakes, as Washington Avenue is shut down to make room for a parade of lights. Area businesses and organizations create floats, and the big man himself (Santa) makes an appearance as people sip hot chocolate and kick off the beginning of the holiday season.

DECEMBER DECEMBER 3 WILDLIFE TRACKING HIKE Exploring the North Country Trail in early winter begins at 1 p.m. and goes to 3 p.m. Meet at the North Country Trail Head at the South Entrance of Itasca State Park.

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SMALL TOWN DAYS THERE ARE A LOT OF BENEFITS TO SMALL-TOWN LIVING, AND THOSE SMALL-TOWN FESTIVALS ARE ONE OF THEM. NOT ONLY DO THEY BRING OUT NEARLY THEIR ENTIRE TOWNS, BUT THEY PULL FUN-SEEKING PEOPLE IN FROM SURROUNDING AREAS AS WELL. FRAZEE’S TURKEY DAYS Frazee natives don’t just stick a large turkey statue out on Highway 10 and call it good - they truly celebrate the town’s favorite bird.

Turkey Days this year is July 29 - July 31, and volunteers are already busy planning for the annual event.

A demo derby, parade, food vendors, a street dance and flea market are only a few of the big events that people come out for.

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Mystery gobbler clues are given out throughout the weekend in the hunt for a money prize, while pizza-eating contests and water fights keep things interesting. Turkey bingo, turkey bowling, a turkey cake walk - you name it, they play it.

Turkey Days features a car show, a fitness contest, a beard contest and a whole lot of food. For more information, go to frazeecommunityclub.com.

CORMORANT DAZE Folks living in Cormorant Village southwest of Detroit Lakes roll their sleeves up and put on quite a family-friendly festival every year. This year Cormorant Daze is set for Saturday, Aug. 20.

The festive event typically features a 5K walk/run for charity, a car show, “crazy days” store sales, kids games, demonstrations and lots of food and drink.

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hold it every year before taking a 20-year hiatus from it. In 2011 the community event was resurrected and has been going strong ever since. Cormorant village may be famous for its lakes, but these days, they sit in the shadow of a more famous figure - Cormorant Mayor Duke the Dog. The great pyrenees can often be spotted around town, and during Cormorant Daze, the fluffy white celebrity is known to always make an appearance.

PUMPKIN FEST Everybody seems to have a simply smashing time at Pumpkin Fest, held every year in the small town of Lake Park, 15 miles west of Detroit Lakes.

That small town swells considerably for the three-day September festival, as kids try to find their way out of a corn maize, an seemingly endless parade of the coolest, classic cars wind their way around the main street and the town is nearly blanketed with an array of pumpkins, scarecrows and fall decorations.

Food vendors and a variety of kids games make Pumpkin Fest one of the most popular places to be in the fall. For more

information and a schedule of events, go to lakeparkpumpkinfest.com.

Snellman Days There are literally only a couple of residents who live in the tiny village of Snellman, which is located 25 east of Detroit Lakes, but every year folks in the area come together to fill the streets with a big celebration.

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kids games are only a few of the events for Snellman Days. Participants can take in some karaoke, music and a “feast of food” as the annual drawing for mayor (a one-year term) happens every year at Snellman Days.

Like every good village celebration, Snellman Days also typically features a watermelon-eating contest and classic car show.

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FABULOUS, FRESH FOOD FARMERS MARKETS AND MANNA FOOD CO-OP DELIVER THE GOODS TO LOCAL SHOPPERS

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The Lakes Area Farmers Market delivers a little taste of fresh, wholesome goodness to people around the Detroit Lakes area, as it sets up in Peoples Park every Tuesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The producer-only farmers market features freshly grown or made products, including fruits, vegetables, artisan breads, herbs, plants, homemade maple syrup, fresh meats and food demonstrations.

Vendors will also feature a variety of homemade soaps, lotions and more.

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doing live pottery demonstrations in between selling his art.

On a typical weekend, event organizers say they see 300-400 people at the farmers market and even more on a “hot” day.

The goal of the farmers market is to not only give local growers a place to sell their products on a small, local scale, but to provide products that are guaranteed to be fresh and healthy.

This is a goal that is also shared by a fairly new group in town.

MANNA CO-OP The Manna Co-Op will also be seen out at the farmers markets this year, promoting its new organization. The co-op just recently secured a new building

location on Highway 34 east (the old Cutting Edge-N-Tanning building), and will soon be bringing locally grown products to shoppers year-round.

The group is in the midst of growing its membership to a target-number of 500 members. It’s a one-time fee of $150 to become a member, which buys people a reduced price when the store opens up, as well as the possibility of profits, if in fact, the Manna Co-Op becomes profitable. The store will offer not only fresh fruits and vegetables, but other health products such as essential oils and handmade soaps and more.

Membership applications are available by calling Wendy Gordon at 2182334-7438 or emailing her at wgordon77@yahoo.com.

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SUMMER RECIPES HOMEMADE CORNDOGS

Ingredients 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup white sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 egg 1 cup milk 1 quart vegetable oil for frying 2 (16 ounce) packages beef frankfurters 16 wooden skewers Directions In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, sugar and baking pow-

der. Stir in eggs and milk. Preheat oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Insert wooden skewers into frankfurters. Roll frankfurters in batter until well coated.

Fry 2 or 3 corn dogs at a time until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

SOUTHWESTERN ROASTED CORN SALAD Ingredients 8 ears fresh corn in husks 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red onion, chopped 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 3 limes, juiced 1 teaspoon white sugar salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon hot sauce Directions Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and soak at least 15 minutes. Preheat grill for high heat.

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husks. Place corn on the preheated grill.

Cook, turning occasionally, 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and discard husks. Cut the corn kernels from the cob, and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion.

In a blender or food processor, mix the cilantro, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until smooth, and stir into the corn salad.

ANNIE’S FRUIT SALSA AND CINNAMON CHIPS Ingredients 2 kiwis, peeled and diced 2 Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored and diced 8 ounces raspberries 1 pound strawberries 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 tablespoon brown sugar 3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor 10 (10 inch) flour tortillas butter flavored cooking spray 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar Directions In a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, Golden Delicious apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. Cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar.

Spray again with cooking spray.

Bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. Repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. Allow to cool approximately 15 minutes.

Serve with chilled fruit mixture.

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TAMARAC REFUGE

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ummer is a wonderful time to celebrate being with family and friends by observing the wild families found in nature. Look for deer fawns close to their mothers, young foxes honing their hunting skills and trumpeter swan cygnets gliding in serene ponds.

Experience the vibrant colors and fragrances of summer wildflowers including the Canada anemone, Joe-pye weed, wild geranium, Indian paintbrush and prairie lily. Listen for songbirds, including the golden-winged warbler, as they raise their young. See you on the 22 | SUMMER SCENE | JULY 2016

refuge where the blacktop ends and the backwoods begin!

WILDLIFE WATCHING Here at Tamarac, wildlife is left undisturbed as they raise 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, explore the edges of lakes, marshes and meadows the 5 mile Blackbird Wildlife Drive. If you feel inclined to exercise, hike the 2 mile long Old Indian Hiking Trail and experience the beauty of the maple basswood forest. Another option is to venture out on the North Country Trail which traverses 14 miles through the southern half of the refuge.

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ies 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, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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MOVIES AND ACTIVITIES Wildlife Excursions: Explore the refuge with a knowledgeable guide. Tours will be offered every Thursday June-August at 10:00 am. Search for wildlife and learn about the cultural and natural history of the refuge on this driving tour. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Wild Wednesdays: 10:00 am June – August. Explore the world of nature with your child during this hour long adventure geared for 3-6 year olds. Meet at the Discovery Center.

Sunday July 10, 2:00 pm Movie: Leave it to Beavers Once valued for their fur or hunted as pests, beavers are seen in a whole new light. This film reveals the ways in which beavers transform and revive landscapes.

These rodents are being recruited to accomplish everything from re-establishing water sources in bone-dry deserts to supporting whole communities of wildlife drawn to the aquatic ecosystems they provide. 55 min.

Sunday July 17, 2:00 pm Movie: Moose – Life of a Twig Eater There is a growing problem in North America affecting moose, the largest species of the deer family. Whether they make their home in the Canadian Rockies or in Minnesota, moose populations are declining at a rapid rate. One reason is that many of the newborn calves are not surviving their first year. In order to find out why, one intrepid cameraman spends a year documenting the life of a moose calf and its mother to understand what it takes to survive. 50 min.

Sunday July 24, 12:00-5:00 Dragonfly Workshop presented by the Minnesota Dragonfly Society Discover the World of Dragonflies! This FREE workshop is a hands-on way to get introduced to the identification of dragonflies and damselflies. Come prepared for the weather, rain or shine! Also bring rubber boots or wading shoes, a lunch, water bottle and whatever else you will need for the day. Nets and field guides DETROIT LAKES NEWSPAPERS

will be available for loan. Other supplies provided. This workshop will be conducted indoors and outdoors. Meet at the Discovery Center. Register by calling 218-844-1768.

Sunday July 31, 2:00 pm Movie: North America- Learn Young or Die In the upper reaches of this vast continent, survival is a daily battle. From avalanche dodging grizzlies to head bashing big horn sheep, from diving bears to cunning coyotes, we witness the extremes and wonders of North America’s mountains and forests. 50 min. Stay to discover more about Tamarac’s wildlife survival secrets. 50 min.

Sunday August 7, 2:00 pm Animal Homes Episode 3: Cities Animals congregate in huge colonies partly out of necessity and partly for the security that numbers provide. But, colonies are also useful for predators. For others, communal living provides perfect multi-generational caregiving options or the opportunity to build enormous cities. Learn how Icelandic puffins, social spiders in Ecuador and leaf cutting ants in Costa Rica take advantage of city living. 50 min.

in the leaf litter of a forest floor. The best time to see one is in the spring at dawn or dusk when the males make a nasal sound called a peent and an aerial display to find a mate and secure a nest site. During the summer months continue to listen for these peents in the woods.

The female makes the nest in the forest leaf litter. She lays and cares for one to five eggs. Mom feeds the babies for about a week, but they start searching for their own food within a few days. Woodcocks eat mostly worms, but they also enjoy other tasty treats that they probe out of the soil with their bills.

Many people would agree that the woodcock is special bird to see. Sadly, woodcock numbers are declining across their range. Currently, there is no data to suggest that hunting lowers overall woodcock numbers. Scientists report that the declines in habitat including young forests lost to development are the greatest causes of decline. Lack of young forest limits the number of nesting sites for woodcocks to raise their young.

Woodcocks are a top priority of conservation for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Tamarac and its partners actively manage the refuge for woodcock and other species with similar habitat.

Humans need to continue working together to preserve this wonderful bird.

Aldo Leopold wrote, “The woodcock is a living refutation of the theory that the utility of a game bird is to serve as a target, or to pose gracefully on a slice of toast.”

THE WONDERFUL WOODCOCK

BY JAMES KAWLEWSKI Think about how you felt when you discovered a new trail or found something cool. That’s how you might feel when you see your first American Woodcock. Prized by hunters and nature photographers, the American woodcock is a cherished sight to treasure at Tamarac Refuge.

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hey say the earth without art is just “eh”. But around the lakes area, talented local artists are abundant and continue to make sure there is no short supply of pizzazz. And where do we find these sparks of beauty? Local art shows, of course.

The Cormorant Art Show The Cormorant Area Art Club is holding its 19th annual show on Saturday and Sunday, July 9-10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The event is held at the Cormorant Community Center, located in Cormorant Village, 13 miles south of Lake Park.

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art gift items. Member artists are from Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, Hawley, Audubon, Dent, Lake Park, Detroit Lakes and Pelican Rapids. Most items can be removed at the time of purchase.

Activities throughout the weekend include artist demonstrations and door prizes. Guests can vote for the People’s Choice Award from a selected group of artists’ pieces.

Refreshments will be available; there is no admission charge.

Arts & Crafts in the Park It’s hard to beat a day in the park...unless it’s a day in a park that is filled with a variety of artists’ vendor booths.

Arts & Crafts in the Park is set for Sunday, July 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Detroit Lakes City Park, right next

to the lake.

Slowly drift from one booth to another, as the shady trees and music create a I-could-stay-here-all-day atmosphere in the heart of Detroit Lakes. Over 100 art vendors will be set up with a wide array of handcrafted art, including pottery, paintings, jewelry, furniture and more.

Some of the finest woodcarvers around will be set up doing live demonstrations in the picnic shelter.

No need to worry about trying to shop on an empty stomach. Food vendors will also be set up with everything from Offda Tacos to corn dogs to Kettle Corn to cheese curds and more.

This event has a way of bringing families out, too, as the city’s playground is a hop, skip and a jump away from the vendor booths.

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Saturday, August 20 10 am-5:30 pm Sunday, August 21 10 am-4:30 pm join us on the grounds of the winery for art, food, music and wine

featuring over 35 selected artists selling pottery, porcelain, jewelry, 14 miles North of Akeley on Scenic fiber, leather, wood, sculpture, Hwy. 64 or 25 miles South of Bemidji paintings and more 218-224-3535 accompanied by folk and jazz www.forestedgewinery.com music throughout each day See us on Facebook

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DINING GUIDE

A VARIETY OF DELICIOUS DINING OPTIONS AROUND THE LAKES AREA

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BLEACHERS BAR & GRILL If sports, burgers and beer rank high on your score board, then come to Bleachers for a hat trick. Voted the best burgers in the Lakes Area, new to menu, taco grinders, philly sandwich, french fries, ALL the sports games you could ever hope to watch on their flat screen TV’s and a scenic deck overlooking Dead Shot Bay for relaxing outdoors. 1/2 price appetizers on Thursdays, Karaoke throughout the year. Don’t forget about 2-4-1 burgers every Sunday!

25807 Cty. Hwy. 22, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820 CENEX COMMUNITY COOPS HOT STUFF PIZZA A&W If quality and convenience is what you’re looking for, then head on over to the Cenex Convenience Store located on Hwy. 34 East. Fresh made pizzas from Hot Stuff and famous A&W cheeseburgers are sure to satisfy your appetite. If you’re in a hurry, use the drive-thru located on the South side of the building.

911 Hwy. 34 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3190 COUNTRY KITCHEN Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner we have you covered. Try our great desserts too! Open daily at 6:00 AM 705 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes 218-847-0472 HOLIDAY INN When you come into the Icehouse Restaurant the first thing you will notice is the view. Overlooking Big Detroit Lake, you will experience both sunrises and sunsets with windows from floor to ceiling and seasonal lakeside patio seating. During the cold months, we keep the fireplace lit for your comfort.

If you are looking for a sports bar environment, you could select the Holiday Beach Bar & Grill, complete with 10 flat panel televisions and excellent menu.

1155 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-2121 www.holidayinndl.com

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IZZOS BAR & GRILL Izzos Bar & Grill is Detroit Lakes’ top hot spot! We offer the consistency and quality you expect from a top restaurant. The sports bar setting gives Izzos a great atmosphere that can be enjoyed by all. We offer a wide variety of great food and excellent service for you to experience and enjoy.

22931 185th Street, Detroit Lakes 218-439-3028 MCDONALDS The menu you love, plus so much more! Since 1955, we’ve been proud to serve the world some of its favorite food. And along the way, we’ve managed to not just live up to our history, but create it: From drive-thru restaurants to All Day Breakfast!

415 Frazee St E, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3558 MAIN STREET RESTAURANT If you want to experience one of Detroit Lakes’ ‘local hangouts’, you have to stop by Main Street Restaurant! they have been voted the “Best Breakfast in Town” and they are sure to deliver. Main Street Restaurant offers quality, homemade food and big portions at a reasonable price. Open Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4:00 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m.- 3:45 p.m. • Sun. 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m 900 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3344 SPEAK EASY We offer a full menu of Italian and American cuisine.

Nightly specials Monday through Friday. Stop in for our buffet and enjoy delicious salad bar, soups and pastas. We have something for everyone and we are the perfect choice for catering and for weddings and parties. Call or stop in today!

1100 N Shore Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-1326 speakeasyrestaurant.com PIT 611 SPORTS BAR & GRILL YYou’ll come for our great food and drinks at unbeatable prices, but you’ll end up staying because of our fun and exciting atmosphere. There is a little something for everyone at Pit 611 Sports Bar & Grill.

Open at 11am. Kitchen Hours: Mon-Thurs 11-9, Fri & Sat 11-10, Sun 11-9. Easy to find, hard to leave.

15057 Cty. Hwy. 11, Audubon 218-439-6121 www.pit611.com

PARK RAPIDS BEYOND JUICE Beyond Juice offers healthy and delicious choices! 100% fresh fruit smoothies, fresh-made deli sandwiches and homemade soups and crisp salads.

Try our new breakfasts. Children’s menu. We deliver and cater. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 9 am, Sun. at 10 am.

203 South Main Street, Park Rapids 218-732-0422 BLUEBERRY PINES RESTAURANT Blueberry Pines Restaurant offers the area’s best fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, fresh cut meats, hand-pattied burgers, pizza & appetizers. Fabulous brunch buffet Sundays from 10 am - 1 pm. An extensive wine list and the area’s best service staff. Enjoy the comfort of our log clubhouse and wonderful outdoor scenery. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for off-season hours.

Located south of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71.

218-564-4653 www.blueberrypinesgolf.com EMMAVILLE STORE Historic country store & cafe featuring daily breakfast and lunch specials. Dinner specials on Fridays.

Sunday Breakfast Buffet and Taco Bar Tuesdays 5-7:30 pm. Also offering ice cream, cookies, bars & fabulous caramel rolls! Bar with pizzas and big screen TV. Open 7 days a week. Open until 9 pm on Saturdays.

12 miles N. of Park Rapids on Co. Rd. 4 (Lake George Rd) 218-732-8544 IRON HORSE BAR & GRILL The best smoked brisket around! Mouth-watering lunch and dinner specials. Smoked prime rib every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers, ribs, burgers, sandwiches and full BBQ menu daily. Full bar. Music every weekend. Open daily at 11 am.

Downtown Nevis 218-652-3898 LAKE GEORGE CAFE We do breakfast all day! Lunch menu, American food, lunch & dinner specials. Open Tues.-Fri. 7 am - 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am - 3pm, closed Mon. Hwy. 71, Lake George (37550 Night Hawk Rd.) 218-699-3080 DETROIT LAKES NEWSPAPERS

LAPASTA For lunch choose from delicious burgers, salads and some entrees from the evening LaPasta Italian menu.

Evening diners can select from the full LaPasta Italian menu with American entrees available. Breakfast: Tues.-Sun. 8:30 am. Lunch: Tues.-Sun. Dinner seven days a week at 5 pm.

Downtown Dorset 218-732-0275 www.dorset-lapasta.com.

LEONA’S RESTAURANT Leona’s Restaurant offers homemade specialties to satisfy every appetite. Homemade pizza, freshly made burgers, broasted chicken, sandwiches, appetizers, desserts, soft serve ice cream and more!

Bring the kids, there’s a menu just for them. AND... you can order online...your food will be ready when you arrive. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Full bar.

Monday-Saturday open at 11 am.

203 Bunyan Trails Rd., downtown Nevis.

218-652-4021 leonas-restaurant.com LOBO’S BAR & GRILL Legendary food & spirits! Try the best Angus burgers, enjoy prime rib & walleye Friday and Saturday nights, too. Big screen TVs. Dine-in or carry out. Full-service bar and off-sale. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am-1 am; Sun. 12 noon-12 midnight.

Located on Hwy. 200, 3.75 north of Itasca State Park’s east entrance. 218-266-3611 MUSKIE WATERS COMPANY Espresso and coffee drinks, fresh-baked goods, lunch, hand-dipped ice cream, malts and milkshakes, sundaes, extensive selection of chocolates and candy, fudge, gourmet foods, olive oils & unique gifts. Open daily 7:30 am-10 pm Along the Heartland Trail, Nevis NECCE’S RISTORANTE Authentic Italian cuisine prepared fresh daily by Chef Necce, our Italian-certified chef, and Excutive Chef Julz Notch. Enjoy housemade Italian specialties like sausage manicotti, lasagna classico, spaghetti & meatballs, chicken marsala, filet gorgonzola, Caesar salad & delicious desserts. Nightly specials. Fine wine, imported beer & premium spirits. Necce’s Next Door Bar, Happy Hours drink and appetizer specials.

New this year Italian Cafe’ Breakfast Bar. Open daily, breakfast bar at 7 am, dinner at 4 pm.

311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids 218-237-4625 RAPID RIVER LOGGING CAMP The 62-year tradition. All-you-can-eat served family style. Open 7 days a week, Memorial weekend through Labor Day. Breakfast 7:30 am to 12 noon.

Dinner 1-9 pm. Top off your logger’s meal with a stroll along the Fish Hook River.

Hwy. 71 N. Turn on Co. Rd. 18, follow signs, Park Rapids 218-732-3444 STOMPIN’ GROUNDS Full menu served daily. Sink your teeth into the ‘Stompin Burger,” our most popular burger!

Chicken, fish, homemade soup & more. Don’t miss Wing Wednesdays! Full bar ~ 4 pm Happy Hour.

Breakfast Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 11 am. Kitchen open Sat. - Thurs. 10 am - 8pm, Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 9 pm. Bar open Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 1 am, Sun. 10 am - Midnight.

Hwy. 64, N. of Akeley 218-652-2964 THE 502 (AT CHASE ON THE LAKE) Minnesota’s lakeside dining at its best! This casual, high-energy eatery will serve up Northwood’s DETROIT LAKES NEWSPAPERS

specialties, timeless American dishes and lighter, “spa-style” cuisine in a classic setting. The 502 features spectacular views of Leech Lake along with patio dining at the water’s edge. Our chef will delight your taste buds for dinner and entice you for dessert. Our mixologists will dazzle you with a full lineup of specialty elixirs, and our staff is excited to serve you. Come by car or boat. Live entertainment on weekends.

Walker 218-547-7777 www.chaseonthelake.com THE GOOD LIFE We make our meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. Lunch and dinner menus offer a combination of traditional and adventurous dishes, including comfort foods, vegetarian and gluten-free. We prepare unique specials for each meal and refresh our menu with the seasons. We also have 10 beers on tap, cocktails, wine, free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating & a kids menu. Open every day at 11 am Memorial weekend thru Labor Day weekend. Closed Sun. & Mon. in the fall and winter.

220 Main Ave. S., Park Rapids 218-237-4212 www.thegoodlifecafepr.com.

THE ROYAL BAR The local favorite where you will enjoy possibly the BEST burger in northern Minnesota. Appetizers also available. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 11 am, Sun. at noon.

120 S. Main, downtown Park Rapids 218-732-9443

PERHAM/OTTERTAIL BIG PINE LODGE Your Big Pine Hangout! Enjoy your meal or drink on our large deck overlooking Big Pine Lake. Great fresh baked pizza, burgers/sandwiches and beautiful newly remodeled full bar and restaurant. Daily Specials include Wednesday Wing Special, Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour, Friday Appetizer Special, Saturday Bloody Mary Special and Sunday enoy our famous California Burger Basket Special. Stop out for a relaxing cocktail and stay for a delicious meal right on the west shore of Big Pine Lake.

43606 Mosquito Heights Rd 218-346-3480 www.bigpinelodgemn.com “LAKESIDE TAP” Overlooking Perham Lakeside Golf Course, you will enjoy wonderful food, great service, and an outstanding view of the golf course. We take great pride in using some of the regions freshest available local produce, and gladly accommodate your dining requests. Top off your day at the lake or your day on the course with a daily lunch and dinner specials.

Check out their appetizers, salads, drinks, and dinner offerings.

Remember our beautiful event center here at Lakeside with seating for up to 225 guests for any private or public function.

2727 450th St. Perham 218-346-6070 www.perhamlakeside.com/lakeside-tap

VACATIONAIRE & CLANCY’S ON ISLAND LAKE Casual dining in our dining room or on the deck overlooking beautiful Island Lake. Full menu, kids menu, broasted chicken eat-in or take-out. Reservations recommended. Kitchen open until 10 pm.

218-732-5270.

MCDONALDS-PERHAM The menu you love, plus so much more! Since 1955, we’ve been proud to serve the world some of its favorite food. And along the way, we’ve managed to not just live up to our history, but create it: From drive-thru restaurants to All Day Breakfast!

100 Judd Street, Perham 218-346-4100 www.mcminnesota.com

Y STEAK HOUSE Celebrating 71 years of fine dining in the Park Rapids area on Hwy. 71. Prime rib nightly, walleye, jumbo shrimp, BBQ ribs, seafood, choice steaks, chicken, combination meals, children’s menu, nightly specials and your favorite beverage from the bar. Now serving lunch. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm, Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 10 pm. Reservations appreciated.

1 mi. north on Hwy. 71, Park Rapids 218-732-4565

THE DOUGOUT Take a leisurely, scenic drive in your car or on your motorcycle to Dent for a meal you won’t forget.

Enjoy our new outdoor patio or dine inside featuring chicken and ribs on Friday nights, and mouth watering prime rib on Saturday nights. Don’t miss their popular Thursday Night Burger Night with $1.50 Burgers! Darts, Pool, Off-Sale, full menu and daily drink specials, the Dougout has All Your Bases Covered for a Good Time!

104 1st Avenue, Dent 218-758-8000

ZAPPY’S Family dining at its best! Our menu has something for everyone. Try our mouth-watering burgers, sink your teeth into our broasted chicken or delight in one of our daily specials. Breakfast served all day. We offer a kids menu and delectable desserts. If there’s something you’re craving and it’s not on the menu, just ask. New owner, Chef Zappy, has turned this restaurant around!

Located at the junction of Hwy. 64 and 34, downtown Akeley 218-652-2233

SKAL BAR & GRILL CHEERS (skal in Norwegian) from downtown Vergas, home of the Largest Loon in the state! Skal Bar & Grill is your go-to place for excellent food, a friendly atmosphere and exceptional service. Menu includes tasty, one-of-kind signature burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastas and daily dinner and drink specials.

You’ll never be disappointed at Skal Bar & Grill.

319 E Frazee Ave. 218-342-7525 www.skalbarandgrill.com

ZONA ROSA Visit old Mexico in the heart of beautiful downtown Walker. Large selection of authentic Mexican and American favorites. Full bar, specializing in margaritas. Warm “south of the border” atmosphere and outdoor patio dining. Kids menu. Lunch, dinner, daily specials. Open 7 days a week.

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