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Come and discover Fort Frances, a community that has been a crossroads destination for centuries. Today’s travellers can experience great shopping, wonderful dining, and terrific accommodations.

Our pristine wilderness lakes and rivers make you feel that you have stepped ashore as the first explorer.

Our waters, filtered by hundreds of square miles of bullrushes, provide a safe and fun place to swim, fish, and boat. Our majestic coniferous forests are wilderness parks filled with amazing wildlife.

Our winters offer snowmobiling along miles of groomed trails, ice fishing, hockey tournaments, and curling bonspiels.

Cross-country ski trails provide a challenge for both novice and competent skiers.

First Nations Culture.................................04 Road Trip.......................................................06 Our Exciting District...................................08 Visiting Canada............................................ 12 Fort Frances................................................. 14 Emo................................................................. 16 Rainy River.................................................... 18 Morson/Bergland....................................... 20 Nestor Falls/Sioux Narrows.....................22

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Our summers offer many exciting outdoor activities. Golf at one of our award-winning courses or feel the “heat” of our weekly stock car races.

Walk our fabulous waterfront, or enjoy social games of slo-pitch and soccer.

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thedistrict Discover In this guide you will discover loads of great ideas to help plan your perfect Northwestern getaway. Make sure to check out all the fun and exciting things to do in each of our towns.

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the pow-wow A pow-wow (also powwow or pow wow or pau wau) is a gathering of North America’s Native people.

The word derives from the Narragansett word powwaw, meaning “spiritual leader”.

A modern pow-wow is a specific type of event where both Native American and non-Native American people meet to dance, sing, socialize, and honour Aboriginal culture. Pow-wows vary in length from one day sessions of five to six hours to three days. Major pow-wows or pow-wows called for a special occasion can be up to one week long.

There is no shortness of First Nations culture to experience in the Rainy River District. Take a trip out to the Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre, where you will learn more about First Nation culture and tradition. If you have the chance check out a local pow-wow.

Birch Bark Canoe The birch bark canoe was the main mode of transporting goods vast distances via waterways. Created by the aboriginals that inhabited the lands, the birch bark canoes were later used by the voyageurs, or “coureur des bois”.

The voyageurs, fur traders of European descent traded European goods with aboriginals for beaver and other animal pelts.

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Mitaanjigamiing First Nation Annual Pow Wow June 13-15. For more information please call 807.274.2188

Onigaming First Nation Annual Pow Wow July 4-6. For more information please call 807.484.2162

Big Island First Nation Annual Pow Wow August 15-17. For more information please visit www.bigisland.ca

Naotkamegwanning (White Fish Bay) First Nation Annual Pow Wow July 1113. For more information please call 807.226.5411

Rainy River First Nation Annual Pow Wow June 20-22. For more information please visit www.rainyriverfirstnation.ca

Couchiching First Nation Annual Pow Wow June 27-29. For more information please visit www.couchichingfirstnation.com Lac La Croix First Nation Annual Pow Wow - To be announced. For more information please visit www.llcfn.ca

Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation Annual Pow Wow July 11-13. For more information please visit www.nigigoonsiminikaaning.ca

Seine River First Nation Annual Pow Wow - To be announced. For more information please visit www.seineriverfirstnation.ca

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Big Grassy First Nation Annual Pow Wow August 8 - 10. For more information please visit www.biggrassy.ca

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Sioux Narrows Provincial Park Located on the shores of Lake of the Woods, this park offers plenty for the lake lover, enjoy a day boating, swimming or canoeing.

Your fishing headquarters with 4,600 square feet on the shores of Lake of the Woods, this centre is home to fishing exhibits and interactive displays. Check out the website for information on seminars and workshops with fishing pro’s. www.sportfishingcentre.com

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The skies were clear and the trees beginning to bloom. Traffic seemed to be heading towards Rainy Lake, lugging boats to cabins and rods to water.

We opted for a day trip through Northwestern Ontario starting in Fort Frances and ending in Sioux Narrows. With our map sprawled across the dashboard, our 139km journey was underway.

As we pulled onto the highway, it became clear that the biggest challenge we’d face would be turning back for home.

It seemed as though we had only been driving for a few minutes when we rolled into Emo. For a town of 1,200 people, the amenities and activities were countless.

We parked the car and made our way to Lions Park on the Rainy River waterfront.

Children were running through the spray park, their families feasting on burgers in the sun.

After stretching for a while, we hopped back into our car and continued heading west.

We had our final destination in mind, but we were excited for the journey.

We veered right to view the Norlund Chapel off Hwy 11/71. The building didn’t stand tall in comparison to the ancient trees around it, but the piles of visitor logs within the chapel did.

Tourists from around the world scribbled their name in guest books, leaving testaments to its history behind. Each of the photos displayed resembled ours, as the building has been maintained since its inception in 1973. The 8’x10’ chapel was a photo opportunity we couldn’t pass by.

We were en route to our next destination, when we decided to slow down our journey to experience some local culture.

The Rainy River First Nations Pow-Wow Grounds, built in 2010, served as a wonderful testament to the aboriginal culture in the area. Despite the fact that there wasn’t a pow wow going on, the architecture was stunning and we felt inspired to venture back in June, for their annual Pow-Wow. We welcomed the sun when we stopped and dipped our toes in Caliper Lake.

Shaded by the mature red and white

pines, the provincial park is a great place to picnic on a hot summer day.

Next stop, Nestor Falls.

Bird watchers from all over the world stop to marvel at the wildlife soaring through the sky and gliding over water.

The falls came down heavy and frothing at the bottom – a true provincial treasure.

We marvelled over the pelicans, listened to the soothing sounds of the falls and mingled with others making their way through the landmark.

We were hesitant to leave, but hunger called. We stopped at Monique’s Log Cabin, a favourite local restaurant. We relaxed with a delicious log burger on the patio, while visiting with tourists from Minnesota, Monique’s is an annual stop for them.

After lunch, we turned off to take in a bit of Bass Lake Park a scenic park with a sloping sand beach, we could hear the cheers of a baseball game in the distance, while we searched the beach for hidden treasures.

We noticed signs for hiking trails, with one more place to visit before we turned around, we figured we might as well stop.

After reviewing our three options, we opted for the shortest of the three, Red Pine Trail. The paths were clearly marked, which made it easy to navigate our way through the trails.

We loaded into the car once more bound for Sioux Narrows–one of Canada’s best kept secrets.

Countless canoes made their way over Lake of the Woods, one of the world’s largest inland freshwater lakes. The township sits along part of the lakes’ 65,000 mile shoreline and provides a great fishing destination. A round of golf, sightseeing and a trip to the fishing centre consumed the remainder of our afternoon.

Before we knew it, it was time to leave behind human history and geographical gems to retrace our path back home.

Check out the view from the bridge.

Canoe Sioux Narrows & Nestor falls

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Bring your canoe or stop by one of the many local camps and rent one for the day, explore Lake of the Woods via canoe...there’s no better way.

Nestor Nestor Falls Falls The Falls in Nestor Falls

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Take a walk and visit the falls, sit peacefully and relax. You may even catch sight of a flock of pelicans.

Caliper Lake provincial Park

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Bass lake Park

With a playground for kids, covered picnic area and sandy beach, Bass Lake Park has more than enough to fill an afternoon with fun. On your way up to Bass Lake stop and trek one of the three hiking trails in the area.

Great spot to stop and cool off with a dip in the refreshing water.

Watch for signs.

Isaiah Wildlife sanctuary

Rainy River First Nations Pow wow Grounds

On your right after the turn off onto Hwy. 71 there is the Rainy River First Nations Pow Wow Grounds. Stop by June 20-22 for the annual pow wow, or call 807.482.2479 for other events held here.

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Across from the turn off onto Hwy 71 visit the memorial dedicated to our aboriginal veterans.

Head north on Off Lake Rd., just a few minutes West of Emo, for an unimaginable encounter with wild black bears. Be witness to wildlife like you’ve never seen it. Want to go further than just taking in the scene, hand feed the bears.

Go on...this one’s a real conversation starter!

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Enjoy a day outdoors at the Emo waterfront, it’s packed with plenty to do; a playground, waterpark, barbecue grill tops and a covered picnic area. In the evening, stop and check out the Saturday stock car races, it’s sure to get your adrenaline pumping.

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Hot Laps 7:00 p.m. • RaCING 7:30 p.m.

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Emo Speedway - 20 miles West of Fort Frances - www.borderlandracing.com

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A WILD experience awaits! Everyone Welcome!

COME SEE THE BEARS Established in 2001 by Michael & Betty Scheibler of Born Free International Ministries and Isaiah XI Wildlife Sanctuary Ph. 807-482-2913 | Box 205, Emo, ON P0W 1E0 | www.isaiahwildlife.com

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Alberton wellness park Packed with fun outdoor exercise equipment this is a great way to take that boring workout to a whole new level. Interested? Turn North on Hill Road immediately after the train tracks.

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Cranberry peatlands interpretive trail

The bog walk, located west of Fort Frances on Hwy 611 South, is a boardwalk system across one of the district’s largest bogs.

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Spend a day at the Point, with a sandy beach gently sloping into Rainy Lake, its a favourite amongst visitors and locals alike. Want a snapshot to start off the road trip, take a shot in the giant red chair.

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Check out this little chapel located along Hwy 11/71. With visitor logs dating back to the early ‘70s, this is a must-see gem.

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With over 2 miles of cobblestone walkway, built against the banks of Rainy River, La Verendrye Parkway makes for a remarkable walking path along the waterfront, directly across from the U.S. Along this path stop and explore the Hallet. Now a heritage site, the Hallet was the largest, most powerful tug boat used on Rainy Lake. While on the waterfront, take the time to climb the 100 foot lookout tower and take in the spectacular views of Rainy Lake and Fort Frances.

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The Point Park, located just east of Fort Frances, can be a destination for a day or more! Take a plunge in refreshing Rainy Lake, or picnic under the big trees at Seven Oaks– a scenic portion of the park. Relax on the sandy beaches and catch some rays. Kids will also enjoy various playground equipment next to the beach area. Camping your style? Park facilities can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs for a day, a week, or more!

Our freshwater lakes make the perfect spot to fish your favourite catch, be it big walleye, bass, muskie or trout. This area is on the map as a top spot for the sportsman.

With an abundance of secluded beaches, an oasis is never far away on Rainy Lake. Stay alert–there’s plenty to see on our lakes. Visit Mermaid Copenhagen Island. Legend says an artist built the mermaid to honour his wife who drowned at this spot in the 1920’s. Her ritual was to swim out daily from the cottage southwest of the rock and sun bathe in the mid-afternoon sun.

Reeling in the big one can spark memories that will last a lifetime.

The district also boasts numerous fishing tournaments, be a spectator or join in the fun with four months of hot angling action. In May, the annual Emo Walleye Classic kicks off the season. This two-day catch and release tournament held in Emo, Ont. has plenty of excitement for the whole family. In July, catch two great tournaments. The annual Castin’ for Cash Bass Tournament is held on the Lake Despair chain of lakes the first weekend in July.

Want to enjoy a leisurely evening ride aboard a sailboat? The Rendezvous Yacht Club invites you to climb aboard and experience sailing at its best! Members offer free sailboat rides. For a schedule of events, visit www.rycweb.org.

Stick around for the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship held the last weekend in July, this tournament attracts anglers from all over North America. The popular catchand-release tournament features activities and events for the whole family. In August, don’t miss the Morson Bass International Catch and Release Fishing Tounament, where the air comes alive with the sounds of excitement. Held the 4th weekend of August on Lake of the Woods, Ontario, Canada. The Sioux Narrows Bassin’ for Bucks fishing tournament, held early in September, has plenty for everyone. Later that month, take in the annual Nestor Falls Crow Lake Classic Bass Tournament. Finish the season with the Rainy River Walleye Tournament.

The Rainy River Valley Agricultural fall fair, held in Emo in mid-August, is a must for family entertainment.

The fair is a weekend-long adven-

ture, featuring a midway, livestock shows, parade, fair queen competition, as well as mini-king and miniqueen competitions, a logger competition, and local produce/creative exhibitions. End a satisfying day at the fall fair with the stock car races.

Sit back and cheer on your favourite driver race around the track.

The Borderland Racing Association opens the season in May. Every Saturday night during the summer, the Emo Speedway is abuzz with excitement. Hot laps begin at 7 pm and the races at 7:30. Grab a snack at the concession stand, find your perfect seat in the covered grandstand, and get ready!

Hunt Sunset Country. With miles of wilderness and an abundance of wild game, the Rainy River District is a prime destination for hunters. For more information visit www.huntsunsetcountry.com.

District Events February

Family Day Activities (FF Public Library) Valentine’s Bake Sale (FF Public Library) Ladies’ Curling Bonspiel

March

Nestor Falls Winter Carnival Church Curling Bonspiel Big Island First Nation Live Release Fish Derby

April

Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts Badminton Club Junior/Adult tournament

May

Clover Valley Farmers’ Market season opens Rainy River Farmers’ Market season opens Market Thursdays season opens Borderland Racing Assoc. season opens Rainy River Trade Show Sioux Narrow’s Spring BBQ Shrine Circus

June

Relay for Life (Fort Frances) Relay for Life (Rainy River) Scott Street Show ’n Shine Car Show Fly-in, Drive-In BBQ

July

Canada Day Celebrations (Most towns) Pulling for Peace–International tug-o-war Boundary Waters Dragon Boat Festival Rainy River Railroad Daze Ken Pentney Memorial Golf Tournament (Spruce Creek Golf Tournament) Sioux Narrow’s Christmas in July Event Riverfest (International Falls, MN)

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Friends of the Museum’s Fall Wine & Cheese Fundraiser Gala (FF) Fort High’s Musical Revue Remembrance Day Services Remembrance Day tea The UNFC’s Remembrance Day PowWow (Couchiching Multi-Use Facility)

December

OPP’s Stuff-A-Cruiser Emo’s Holly Daze Community Christmas Dinner

Border Figure Skating Club Ice Show Downtown Scott Street Easter Egg Hunt Emo Spring Fever Days Fort Frances’ Business & Community Expo Fort Frances Gun & Hobby Show Beat the Band 1K & 5K walk/run Emo Walleye Classic Purina Walk for Dog Guides Spruce Creek Golf Course opens

Strawberry Social Mini-King & Mini-Queen contest Teddy Bears’ Picnic (FF Public Library)

Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship Quest for the Best Bobby Mainville Golf Tournament Rainycrest’s Garden Party Bass Lake Park’s Children/Youth Fishing Tournament Nestor Falls’ Softball Tournament Bassin’ for Bucks Tournament Barn Concert season opens at Cornell Farms (La Vallee) Men’s Classic Golf Tournament Emo Fall Fair Morson Bass International Alzheimer Society’s Ride for Memories Rainy Lake Fall Bass Classic Rainy River Walleye Tournament Crow Lake Classic Bass Tournament Musky Cup (Sabaskong Bay) Sticks & Stones Bonspiel/Golf Tournament Rainy River’s Giant Pumpkin Festival

Legion Park

Lions Park on Second St. E., home to a variety of fun playground equipment, including a tunnel, slides, swings, and monkey bars. A picnic shelter, handicap swing and water fountain are also on the premises.

The Legion Park off King’s Hwy., framed with Oak and Poplar trees, includes slides, monkey bars, swings, as well as a covered picnic area and washrooms which can be found near the playground.

McIrvine Park

Front Street Park

A quiet park, on Colonization Rd. W., has swings, playground equipment, and lots of green space for frisbee or catch.

Front Street Park located on Front St., along the waterfront, has playground equipment, swings and picnic tables.

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Fall Walleye Classic (Naicatchewenin First Nations) Kids and Company season opens Kids’ Hallowe’en Scavenger Hunt East Indian Supper The Fine Line Art Gallery’s Christmas Extravaganza The Christmas Store season opens Moonlight Madness (Downtown FF) Festival of Frost (Downtown FF) Alberton Christmas Bazaar Santa Lucia Supper Christmas Cantata Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club’s Family Day

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Life Chain Fort Frances Zombie Walk Great Canadian Chili Cook-off Alzheimer Society’s Walks for Memories

Snoasis 3 (Fort Frances Museum) Snowmachine Poker Run (FF-Emo) Bridal Show (Northwoods Gallery & Gifts) Fort Frances Men’s Curling Bonspiel

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Triple P Sport Race (Bass Lake Park) Tour De Fort Concert Series begins Fort Frances Lakers SIJHL Hockey season opens Splash and Dash Aquathlon Terry Fox Run/Walk

Big Grassy First Nation Fish Derby Fort Frances Community Chest Fundraiser Nordic Ski Club Candlelight/Moonlight Ski

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Sioux Narrows’ Arts Festival Fish Fry (Bears Pass) Lake of the Woods Bass Tournament Pig Roast at Bass Lake Park Sioux Narrows’ Paradise Triathlon Moose n’ Fiddle Music Festival (Caliper Lake)

Ice Box Days & Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run (International Falls, MN)

Fort Frances Parks

Lion’s Club Polar Plunge (January 1) W. Derksen Open Squash Tournament

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Ahh camping – where the free spirit of wild abandon leads to bad pictures and tell it like it was stories in the nursing home.

Fort Frances – nature in the raw.

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special places to visit and shop. Walk to clothing 5:10:22 PM stores, pharmacies, many decorating and gift shops, a variety of unique restaurants and beauty salons where walk-ins are always welcome.

You will find them at many of the main street shops.

Enjoy fine or casual dining or take-out – the Great Canadian Main Street offers many choices. Craft lovers can visit stores brimming with supplies and ideas. Market Thursdays, held in front of the museum, spill onto the street with local crafts, vegetables and art.

Specialty stores are full of clothing and footwear for every occasion, from a day at the lake to weddings to Visit us on the Great Canadian Main Street in an evening at the soccer pitch. Looking for souvenirs?

Downtown Fort Frances!

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Name brand shoes, clothing and accessories for men, women and children.

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Bait: Live minnows ARE NOT allowed.

Frozen or salted minnows ARE allowed.

Live earthworms are permitted, but only if they are packed in an artificial bedding. Worms packed in earth soil ARE NOT allowed entry. LEECHES are PROHIBITED. WAX WORMS are PROHIBITED.

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Pets: Dogs and cats from the USA must be accompanied by a valid RABIES certificate, signed and dated by a veterinarian

or in transit through Canada MUST BE REGISTERED at Canada Customs.

200 rounds of ammunition are allowed entry, duty and tax free.

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Food: A reasonable supply of food, consistent with the length of stay and number of people in the party, providing it is for personal use is allowed duty and tax free entry. Some imported goods may require Canada Food Inspection Agency approval to import. Please contact the CBSA office at (807) 2743655 for information.

Fort Frances

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With an abundance of things to do in our neighbourhoods, try your hand at one or a few of our fun attractions. Make Fort Frances your final destination, you won’t be disappointed. We have many local businesses for you to choose from.

The Sorting Gap Marina. The marina features a boat launch and fuel station for boats. Stop here for an ice cream after a lovely walk along the riverfront.

The Memorial Sports Centre is a full service facility, with indoor ice surfaces, weight room, fitness room, as well as a conference room, auditorium, squash courts, and swimming pool. In addition, the facility offers training, including accredited swim lessons, aqua-fit therapy, aerobics, resistance training, squash lessons, summer daycamps, and much more! For more information, call the Memorial Sports Centre at 807-274-4561.

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History buff? The Fort Frances Museum, providing an in-depth look at the history of Fort Frances and the Rainy River District through their vast collection of artifacts and photographs, will take you back in time. You could also follow our heritage in visual art (murals) on Scott Street.

The Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre, located at 601 Reid Avenue, offers traditional library services, SMARTBOARDS, adaptive equipment, study/meeting rooms, cozy lounge areas, an exciting children’s area and WIFI. For more information on programs and hours please visit: www.fort-frances.com/library.

Lakeside Dining • Whirlpool Deluxe Rooms Sand Beach • Stay & Play Golf Packages A modern resort Hotel on Beautiful Rainy Lake Located in the Town of Fort Frances

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Directly North of the Memorial Sports Centre sits the Kiwanis Skate Park. With 9,500 sq. ft., it features an array of ramps, rails, and stairs.

Indulge in our agriculture. The Clover Valley Farmer’s Market runs May to October; in Fort Frances, providing visitors with a variety of agricultural goods from the area.

Experience a true North winter in Northwest Ontario with a pair of snowshoes or cross-country skis on the area trails. Try ice fishing on Rainy Lake or go snowmobiling on the abundant snowmobile trails across the district.

Market Thursdays held during the summer months on Scott Street features businesses and artists from Northwestern Ontario. Stop by and see what’s new.

On this street the excitement never stops, various retailers, the Fort Frances Museum, and events like the ‘Show and Shine Classic Car Show’, are sure to leave you with a smile...and maybe a purchase or two!

Enjoy all our area has to offer, let the sounds of waves on the shore and warm breezes through the trees relax your mind and body at the Point Park! Walk, bike, jog on Front Street along the two-mile cobblestone walkway or bike path, part of the La Verendrye Parkway.

Featured Services

Fort Floral located in downtown Fort Frances, offers

The Copper River Inn, under new ownership, newly

selection of souvenirs and gift items.

• Canadian art, home decor, and a varied collection of

kitchenwares, will keep you busy for hours perusing their impressive shop.

spot in town! With a cafe, bistro, bar and grill, you’re sure to find what you crave. Relax in one of the brand new rooms. Take a dip in the remodeled swimming pool or enjoy a break in the hot tub or sauna. Stop by the Bistro in the morning for a unique breakfast or order up a perfect pizza cooked in the wood fired oven.

McTaggarts, is your fashion destination. Here, they

The Super 8 has all the comforts any traveller could

trends for the whole family.

ing distance of the motel. With friendly staff, ample parking, free high-speed internet and a Superstart Breakfast you can rest easy at the Super 8.

• uniquely Canadian items, stop in and see their large • renovated with a northwoods theme, is the newest hot Northwoods Gallery & Gifts, with an abundance of

See map on pages 12 & 13

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship held the last weekend in July, is a popular catch and release tournament which attracts anglers from all over North America and features activities and events for the entire family.

• offer quality apparel coupled with the latest fashion • need. Restaurants and convenience stores within walkLa Place Rendez-Vous, dining at its best, with panoram-

• ic views of Rainy Lake, a welcoming patio and relaxing

lounge, this restaurant is a must! Try one of the specialty dishes, the walleye will surely hit the spot. La Place Rendez-Vous offers rooms overlooking the lake. Fall asleep to the sound of waves lapping against the beach.

North American Lumber has all the supplies to keep

• your retreat in tip top shape. They have everything you

need for small, medium and large projects. Stop by and see what might interest you this weekend.

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Free Estimates!

See us for all your building supply needs from cabins to docks!

For a copy of current sale flyer, see our web page:

www.northamericanlumber.ca

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Emo

Emo

a perfect community in which to work and play!

Emo

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Nestled along the banks of the Rainy River, Emo is directly north of Minnesota. If you’d like to access the U.S, the closest bridge is located at Fort Frances, 30 minutes east of Emo. A second bridge is located at Rainy River, 40 minutes west of Emo.

PROUDLY SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1898

Ph. 807-482-2754

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A full-service community located in the heart of the Rainy River District, Emo features medical and dental facilities, an elementary school, public library, museum, bank, fitness centre, grocery and clothing stores, hardware store, restaurants, and a recreational centre.

Emo’s waterfront offers breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. Here you can set up for a full day of fun! The Lions Club Park is equipped with barbecue grill tops for a tasty grilled lunch, plenty of covered picnic tables, a children’s playground, as well as a spray park offering countless hours of fun for adults and children alike. The waterfront also has a boat launch giving you access to Rainy River.

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Featuring a full complement of retail amenities, well known events, and comfortable lifestyle activities.

Join us for . . .

• Spring Fever Days in April.

• The Emo Walleye Classic Fishing Tournament in May. • Stock Car Racing Saturdays all summer at the Emo Speedway.

• The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society Fall Fair in August.

• Holly Daze Christmas Shopping event in December.

Contact us at 807-482-2378

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Lions Club Park & Emo Spray Park In Emo, the Lions Club Park, perched on the shores of picturesque Rainy River, offers hours of fun on the spray park, swings, playground equipment, as well as covered picnic areas and barbecue grills. Pack a lunch and stay a while.

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Big things happen in small places! Well-

Wildlife enthusiast? Isaiah Wildlife Sanctu-

car races, a walleye tournament, & a fall fair, an annual event for more than 100 years!

you can observe a variety of Ontario’s wildlife. If you’re brave, you may have the chance to try hand-feeding some local bears.

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tered grandstand.

The Rainy River District Fall Fair, held on the

3 third weekend in August, features livestock & horse shows, a fair queen competition, a midway, an exhibition hall, stock car races and much more!

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The Emo Walleye Classic is a two-day annual event held in late May, featuring Canadian & U.S. anglers vying for more than $35,000 in prize money.

cer! Established in 1932, the store offers a deli café, In-store bakery, gas bar, custom cut meat, souvenir section, & more! Don’t forget to pick up some Canada’s Jam. Tompkins Home Hardware is conveniently

7 located in downtown Emo. From boat and motor repairs to lumber and hardware to furniture and appliances, Tompkins can handle all your vacation needs including delivery right to your door.

Emo

The Borderland Racing Association stock car

2 races run every Saturday night during the Featured Services summer at the Emo Speedway hot laps start Cloverleaf Grocery, located in Emo, along at 7 and the races at 7:30. Grab a snack & 6 Hwy. 11-71, is your one-stop full-service grocheer on your favourite racer from the shel-

of Town

Morson Bergland

Enjoy the natural beauty and hospitality amid a family oriented, relaxing atmosphere. Experience the lifestyles & cultural heritage of the Ojibway Nation.

The park features sand beaches, sheltered picnic areas, hiking trails, horseshoe pits and fish cleaning shelters.

Oscar’s bay beach park Go for a swim or picnic at Oscar’s Bay Beach Park. The park located at the end of Frenchman’s Rock Road is a free day-use sand beach and picnic area with self-guided hiking trails, playground equipment, barbecue grills, sheltered picnic tables.

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Whether you are a fishing enthusiast, bird-watcher, or just looking for a little peace and quiet, the MorsonBergland area is the spot for you!

More than 30 businesses are here to serve you including restaurants, a nine-hole golf course, full service

resorts, campgrounds, marinas, & high speed internet for your next vacation.

The communities of Morson-Bergland are located on Highway 621, 35 miles north of the Canada/U.S. border crossing at Rainy River.

The natural beauty and wilderness landscape, set on the shores of Lake of the Woods, provides visitors with a unique outdoor recreation destination.

Fish for walleye, muskie, northern pike, crappie, and more, or catch a glimpse of some of the 280 species of birds that live in the area.

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The air comes alive in August with the sounds and excitement of the Morson Bass International fishing tournament. Big Grassy First Nations and Big Island First Nations hold their annual Pow-Wows.

Come to watch, come to participate, whatever reason you decide to come for, you will not be disappointed.

Tomahawk Lighthouse, which is more than a century old, holds local artifacts and historical photos for your viewing pleasure. Located on secondary road (Lighthouse Rd.) left of where Hwy 621 & Hwy 619 meet.

Visit Painted Rock Island and see aboriginal artwork that dates back 800-900 years and tells the stories of long ago.

At the end of Frenchman’s Rock Road, you’ll find the perfect spot for a swim or picnic. Oscar’s Bay Beach Park is equipped with a sand beach, self-guided walking trails, children’s playground equipment, picnic shelter and tables. Plan to spend the entire day here, you won’t regret it. Pack and lunch and indulge in the beautiful scenery.

Featured Services

Enjoyed your stay? Interested in being more than a visitor? Kathy Judson at Remax can help find your perfect paradise, a little piece of heaven in the area. Stay...you’re always welcome in our neighbourhood.

Kathy Judson sales representative

Direct Line:

807-275-5633

Proudly serving the Rainy River District and Cottage Country

Toll Free: 1-800-508-9976

Buying or Selling? Check my website or give me a call!

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Hannam Park, in Rainy River, is nestled on the banks of Rainy River, a heritage river because of its importance with the voyageurs.

Hannam Park is equipped with washrooms and change rooms, a splash pool, swings, playground equipment and a sheltered sandbox.

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The Town of Rainy River is located on the Ontario/Minnesota border across the river from Baudette. It is a major toll-free entry point into Rainy River District from the U.S. This full-service community, nestled on the shores of its namesake, is a perfect getaway for weary travellers, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts. Take an afternoon stroll on the Rainy River community trails and enjoy the sights and sounds along the way.

Things to do

Heritage

Don’t miss a trip to Kay-Nah-Chi-

days of steam-driven trains. The town remains an important link to transportation of goods on the Canadian National Railway.

Mounds) at nearby Rainy River First Nations, where an interpretive centre and tour of the ancient burial grounds will amaze you.

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18 newly decorated guest rooms, some with fireplaces. The modern design will have you resting in comfort. When in Rainy River stay at the Walla Walla Inn where a good nights sleep awaits you.

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Visitors can swim, sail or boat on the sparkling waters on Regina Bay (Lake of the Woods). Bring your boat or rent a canoe. Sand beach & hiking trails, standard & electrical service. Campsites have fire pits, tables & parking, as well as a picnic shelter for group outings. The comfort station is centrally located.

Bass Lake Park Bass Lake Park is a public access wilderness and recreational park. Bass Lake Park includes a baseball field, beach volleyball court & playground equipment. The park is located on the shores of Bass Lake with a sand beach shoreline. There is a large picnic shelter, barbecue pit and hiking trails, as well as outhouse bathrooms.

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Monique’s Log Cabin, recently under new management, is a fully licensed restaurant. Relax on the patio with a drink and a mouth-watering appetizer or enjoy the cozy atmosphere in the dining room. Try the log burger a favourite with locals and visitors alike.

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For fishing tournament enthusiasts, we have just the events for you! In early September, come join us for all the fun at the annual Sioux Narrows “Bassin’ for Bucks” fishing tournament.

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Freshwater fishing is among the greatest attractions in the area, with ample opportunities to fish for walleye, large & smallmouth bass, lake trout, northern pike, muskie, crappie and more!

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Also join in the fun & games during the annual Nestor Falls Winter Carnival, including an icefishing tournament, poker derby, cribbage tournament, sleigh rides, & a hockey skills competition.

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The area, populated with tourist lodges, outpost camps, provincial campgrounds, RV parks and a waterfall in Nestor Falls, has something for everyone searching for the perfect vacation or just a change of scenery.

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We love our northern winters! Come celebrate with us during the Nestor Falls Curling Club’s annual open bonspiel—where curling rocks!

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Nestor Falls & Sioux Narrows boast more than 60 customer service-related facilities, including shopping, restaurants, a nine-hole golf course, schools, medical and dental services.

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