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>> Note From the Editor

Congratulations marathon competitors!

All your hard work and dedication has paid off and we had another great Fargo Marathon this year. The streets are alive and are filling up fast with athletes from the FM area.

Summer is a great time to take advantage of the beautiful trails and outdoor recreation in the Red River Valley; it is also a time to focus on your fitness and wellness.

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The growing population of runners in the area has spurred an interest for outdoor recreation and activities. The advantages of getting outside to workout is availability 24 hours, low-cost exercise and chances to enjoy the true beauty around the Fargo-Moorhead area are everywhere.

I would encourage everyone in Fargo-Moorhead to find one pastime they enjoy doing outdoors and stay dedicated to that activity over the summer months.

FM Stride is getting outdoors as well. This issue will feature some of the top professional golfers in the area with great tips and advice on how to advance your golf game. We are also featuring the new KotiKites & Windsports, a fun way to enjoy the outdoors and otherwise inconvenient wind in the Red River Valley. FM Stride took the initiative to line up the top 5 campgrounds within one hour of Fargo-Moorhead, so you will never run out of activities on the weekends.

As we all know, exercise is just one aspect of being healthy. This summer, FM Stride is recognizing the local farmers markets in the area. Local food is not only proven more nutritious, but also supports the local economy. With gas prices rising this summer, there’s no better time to experience the benefits and low-cost of local, organic food.

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have a team calling around looking for events and happenings related to 5. We health and fitness in this area. You can't enjoy what you don't know about! In our fast-paced society it’s hard to keep up with all the happenings in town.

That’s why we’ve created the FM Spotlight event calendar, so you can track events and keep up-to-date all in one place.

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Nutrition/ health & Nutrition/Recipes

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Ingredients ›› 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce ›› 1/2 cup honey ›› 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ›› 1/2 pinch ground ginger ›› 2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces ›› 1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges ›› 1 1/2 cups whole fresh mushrooms ›› 1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 1 inch cubes ›› 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes ››skewers

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Directions 1. I n a large resealable plastic bag, mix the teriyaki sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger. Place vegetables and chicken in the bag with the marinade. Seal and refrigerate 4 to 24 hours.

2. Preheat grill for medium-high heat.

3. Discard marinade and thread the meat and vegetables onto skewers, leaving a small space between each item.

4. L ightly oil the grill grate. Grill skewers for 10 minutes, turning as needed or until meat is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Ingredients ›› 1 1/2 cups canola oil ›› 3/4 cup soy sauce ›› 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce ›› 1/2 cup red wine vinegar ›› 1/3 cup lemon juice ›› 2 tablespoons dry mustard ›› 1 teaspoon salt ›› 1 tablespoon black pepper ›› 1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced fresh parsley

Marinade for

Chicken

Prep Time: Ready In: Directions

10 mins 10mins 1. In a medium bowl, mix together oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, wine vinegar and lemon juice.

Stir in mustard powder, salt, pepper, and parsley. Use to marinate chicken before cooking as desired.

The longer you marinate, the more flavor it will have.

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hile it may not feel like summer here in Fargo-Moorhead, inside Hildebrants it is always glowing. The scent of fresh flowers fills the air as the wind gently passes through owner, Trina Kalm’s green house. Hildebrants has been in business for over 30 years and provides local residents with fresh, organic fruits and vegetables.

Name: Trina Kalm Hometown: Glyndon, MN Experience: 30 years in the local food industry Address: 349 E Main Ave West Fargo, ND

Homegrown Goods

How long have you been in the organic food business?

Aside from plants, do you have any meats?

My parents started this business in 1980 and I have been involved ever since.

We don’t sell meat products, but we do have organic eggs for sale. They come from a local family whose children took on the project of raising chickens. There are over 90 chickens and they produce about 80 eggs everyday.

Where do you get your produce?

We grow all of our produce on a farm outside of Hawley, MN. We don’t use any chemicals, so everything is completely organic and grown by hand.

Why would someone come to a farmers market over a grocery store?

The food is cheaper and fresher. Also, there is no middleman, so the cost of transportation is eliminated.

The food is fresh because it is closer to the source and we know that it is more nutritious because it is grown without pesticides. Local food also supports the local economy.

How many locations do you have?

This is my only location, but my good friend Amanda runs Ladybug Acres in the parking lot of the South University Kmart.

What is one crazy fact about Hildebrants?

We lost our roof last summer from the wind.

Three tips for someone who wants to start their own organic garden in their backyard:

Did you know...?

Hildebrants not onl y has growing plants, but offers a wide variety of seeds such as... Carrots Squash Peppers Basil

Cantaloupe Pumpkin Watermelon

Before you get started it is important to have a plan! What sort of plants do you want to grow? Make sure you don’t crowd your plants. They need their own space and room to grow. To keep things organic, instead of pesticides, use ladybugs. They help control pesky insects such as aphids.

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Holistic Health5

health & Nutrition/5 Element

Name: Juliet Trnka Hometown: Fargo Background:

•Began yoga and natural health as a teenager.

• Trained with several organizations and mentors in yoga, meditation, nutrition, essential oils, and Thai massage.

•Teaching holistic health for 7 years.

Fun fact: Traveled the world for a number of years to experience different cultures.

Photography By: Ann Arbor Miller

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or Juliet Trnka at Five Element in Fargo, yoga and holistic health has not only been a subject to study, but a way of life. Juliet- “Yoga is integrating the body, breath, mind and emotions.

When these work together we experience optimal health and happiness.”

Juliet has traveled the world studying eastern traditions and has been teaching the art of yoga for over seven years. She has brought her experience back to the

Fargo-Moorhead area and now offers classes in downtown Fargo.

How do you take a holistic approach to your training/ exercise experience?

Holistic means addressing all parts of something and recognizing them as interconnected. In classes and private sessions, we not only work with the body through asana (yoga postures), but also with focusing the mind and breathing. We start our classes discussing topics like healing with food and herbs, or how to work

skillfully with our emotions.

In this way we try to connect with every aspect of the student.

Why is yoga an essential part of training/exercise?

Yoga is different from other forms of exercise. It is essential that students be willing to work with their bodies rather than against them. In yoga, even though we work hard physically, we train to respect the body and not force it to do things it’s not ready to do.

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Paradoxically, the more we respect the edge of our capacity, the more that boundary softens and allows us to practice more deeply than we could have by force.

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What is the atmosphere of 5 Element?

The atmosphere at 5 Element is calm, accepting and grounded.

In this environment, the students can practice posture without distraction and the worry of being judged or compared to others. They can also relax knowing that their instructor can give them variations of postures and individual guidance.

What is ayurveda and how is it related to yoga or holistic practices?

Ayurveda is a sister science of yoga and comes from the same ancient roots. It is the practice of skillfully using one’s diet and lifestyle to achieve and

maintain excellent health.

Specifically, it uses a diet of whole foods, herbs, breath practices and lifestyle observances (related to sleep and activity) to bring the body into harmony.

Really, yoga and ayurveda were never meant to be practiced separately. Yoga integrates the body and mind, while ayurveda is used to resolve any imbalances that might be creating illness or disease.

Using these two modalities together can yield wonderful results. Indeed, the goal of ayurveda and yoga are to prevent ill health, but to be balanced and satisfied on all levels, free from physical, mental and emotional imbalance.

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If there is one thing that you would like people around Fargo-Moorhead to know about 5 Element, what would it be?

5 Element is a truly unique environment that offers a scope of experience that goes beyond yoga classes. Personal guidance in diet, balancing herbs and self-care for muscle pain issues are available. My goal is to provide a space where people can grow in compassion and selfunderstanding along with strength and flexibility.

Phone: 701.388.2967 Address: 824 Main Ave Fargo, ND 58103

www.fargo5element.com

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health & Nutrition/wellness Expert

Is My Body Fully Recovering After Working Out?

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ere are some tips to improve the muscle recovery time, whether after a run or a strength workout. The average amount of time it takes for muscles to recover is 36-48 hours. Talk to your trainer or another trusted professional on the types of exercises that decrease the recovery time, the timing of certain exercises and what is the best workout for your body.

If you have further questions, please contact Healing Touch Chiropractic at 701-893-3150 or visit us on the web at www.htchiro.com. We thank you for being a part of our life and look forward to connecting with you soon.

Protein Tiffany Johnson D.C.

Consume high quality protein drink (women – 15-20g, men – 20-25g) and high glycemic carbohydrate within 20 minutes of a workout. The protein drink is key for recovery and the high glycemic carb replaces glycogen (the body cell’s basic fuel). High glycemic fruits are grapes, pears, blueberries and pineapple. High glycemic vegetables are carrots, corn, sweet potato and squash.

Founder and Owner of Healing Touch Chiropractic in West Fargo alkaline foods instead of acidic foods. Acidity in the body creates a www.htchiro.com Eat space in your body for disease to foster. On the other hand, alkalinity creates healing and

Alkaline vs. Acidic

health, therefore does not allow disease to set in. Some examples of these types of food include: Avocado, raw greens, cauliflower, cabbage, celery, carrots, peas, almonds, apples, cantaloupe, honeydew and oranges, bananas. Foods to reduce or avoid: dairy (pasteurized, non-organic), boxed food, wine, white pasta, fruit juice, sugar sweeteners (aspartame, NutraSweet, Splenda, sucralose) and microwaved foods.

Drink Water

Get Proper Rest

Know what your body needs for rest each Drink half of your body weight in ounces of pure, night. Some people function adequately with 6 filtered water. The commercial bottled water brands hours of sleep and some with 9 hours of sleep.

(Dasani, Aquafina, etc.) are highly acidic. These will What is most important is that your schedule is NOT reduce the recovery time and impedes how our regular each night of the week. body heals. Instead, drink filtered water that is stored in a Klean Kanteen or glass container. Add lemons, limes, cucumbers or frozen berries to your water to kick boredom.

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Grocery List

health & Nutrition/Diet

Try These This Month!

Choose Egg Whites Over Whole Eggs While the yolk in an egg does provide healthy vitamins and minerals, it also comes with the cost of high cholesterol.

If you are concerned about high blood pressure, eliminate the yolk.

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ith thousands of selections in a grocery store, it's not always easy to tell what's good for us and what's not. Many foods might appear healthy at first glance, but in reality are actually bad for your diet. Here are some suggestions to sharpen your food selection skills.

Choose Turkey Over Pork

Choose Whole Grain Over No Grain White, starchy carbohydrates can seem appealing to the eye at first glance, but your liver is screaming “no way!” This fast absorbing carbohydrate gets broken down into glucose at warp speed, spiking your blood sugar and forcing your liver to convert it to glycogen and later to fat.

Next time, try grabbing some whole grain with fiber, which will slow digestion down and keep your blood sugar steady.

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Bacon is part of an American breakfast tradition, but what most people don’t realize is how unhealthy traditional bacon is. It doesn’t have to be! Next time you’re in the grocery store, opt turkey bacon for your next breakfast.

Choose Coconut Oil over Vegetable Oil Don’t let the name vegetable oil fool you.

This deceitful ingredient is called for in many cooking recipes; however, it is loaded with saturated fats. Instead of vegetable oil, try substituting for coconut oil ,which contains more polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids (the good fats).

Choose Hot Sauce over Ketchup If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen! If you’re looking for more flavor don’t rely on sugar-packed ketchup to get the job done. Try different kinds of pepper sauces to add more flavor to your dish. These sauces have been shown to boost your metabolism and actually help burn fat instead of pack it on.

Choose Romaine Lettuce over Iceberg Although iceberg lettuce alone is not bad for you, it’s also not good. Iceberg lettuce is considered empty calories because of its high water content.

Instead, pick up some romaine lettuce or mixed greens, as these types offer phytonutrients and vitamins that other lettuce groups lack.

Choose Yams over Baked Potatoes

It’s hard to turn down a loaded baked potato with all the butter, sour cream and cheese. But if you had to take a look inside your arteries you might change your mind. Yams on the other hand are loaded with slowdigesting carbohydrates and are packed with vitamins and nutrients such as beta-carotene.

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Mix up your workout this month by adding yoga moves to your workout!

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Yoga is not only a great way to stretch out your body, but it has been known by those who practice it to relax both the body and the mind. The main concentrations of yoga are exercise, breathing and meditation. Here are four basic yoga stretches to help you relax and stretch before or after a workout.

Each can be held for 30 seconds to one minute (rest and repeat 3 times).

Back

Hips

Downward Dog

Downward-Dog is a top-notch upper body strengthener. Also, as an inversion (meaning your hips are higher than your heart), it increases circulation.

Hamstrings

Glutes

Quads

Child's Pose

Delts

This go-to rest pose opens hips and relieves low back tightness.

Triceps

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Twisting Triangle

Obliques

Twisting triangle helps stretch the hamstrings, hips and obliques while strengthening the spine and back.

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Number in millions of how many people practiced yoga in the US in 2008.

Plank Pose

Plank is a great way to build upper body strength—it works all of the major muscles in your arms, back, and core and requires only your bodyweight.

Shoulders

Namaste

Back

Core

na·ma·ste [nuhm-uh-stey] –noun a conventional Hindu expression on meeting or parting, used by the speaker usually while holding the palms together vertically in front of the chest.

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Keep your eyes over the ball (if you had glasses on and they fell, they should land on your ball). Don't shift your weight or move your head.

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BY THE GUYS AT THE ROSE CREEK PRO SHOP

Try these items on the courses this year!

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lifestyle/Sunglass Hut

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ow that summer is upon us, it is not only important to protect our skin with sun block, but also to protect our eyes with shades. During the hot summer, FM Stride wants to make sure you stay cool with the latest trends of sunglasses from the Sunglass Hut in the West Acres Mall.

The Sunglass Hut is for

everyone. Whether you are looking for style, quality or protection, we have your eyes covered. Many people don’t realize the importance of protecting your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays.

We are the ultimate

destination for premium sunglasses.

We have Versace, Oakley We have two stores in West Acres. One is by the Finish Line and Hollister and we just opened a new store in Macy’s.

Tip- Look for labels identifying UV protection!

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headaches or become dizzy. This is because the glasses they have are low quality. Come in and we will help you find a quality pair of shades that will keep you comfortable.

Of course! People are starting to see the advantage of multiple pairs to change a look. I think sunglasses are the most expressive accessories that someone can use.

and Arnette for those looking for a sporty glass. And of course, Ray-Ban and Maui Jim!

Cat Eyes! But you can’t go I can’t tell you how many

people tell me they can’t wear sunglasses because they get

wrong with the classic aviators.

There are a ton of new, exciting Oakleys coming out soon too!

Stop by and look around.

Breaking W

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in Fargo-Moorhead Koti Kites and Windsports store is here and blowing people away with cool kites!

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Trevor Ibach is no stranger when it comes to the wind. The owner of Koti Kites and inventor of "The KitoReel," an automated kite spool and winder, has recently combined his love for the wind and opened a fresh new store located in Downtown Fargo. Koti Kites is more than just the kind of kites Ben Franklin flew around, but it's the kites that you attach to your body and fly around a lake at 50 miles per hour.

FM Stride stopped by to talk with Trevor, Ian and Jesse about the new store.

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lifestyle/Koti Kites

Q

& A with Trevor Ibach 1.) How did Koti Kites come to be?

Trevor Ibach Owner

2.) Why Koti Kites?

Let's face it, there is wind around here! We want to see people outside again and having fun. There are so many different products for people to enjoy. We also have some great instruction courses to help educate too.

I invented an automated Kite reel called the KitoReel, where you press a button and the kite goes up, and you press a button for the kite to roll up. My experience with that gave me ambition to open a store in Fargo.

Quit complaining about the wind... take advantage of it!

4.) Kiteboarding seems tough, how do

3.) Events?

Check out the Jamestown Kite Festival this month on June 11th and 12th.

we learn how to do it?

Jesse is our instructor and holds classes frequently to educate customers about how to use the equipment. When you kite board you have 800lbs attached to you, so it does take some instruction and responsibility to fly safe. Once you get the hang of it, it's all fun and games!

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Traditional Kites, Stunt Kites, Power Kiting/Kite Boards, Stand up Paddle Boards, Trainer Kites, Wet Suites, Long Boards, Frisbees, Wind Chimes and more.

6.) What's next for Koti Kites?

This area has comparable wind measurements to Hatteras, North Carolina, where one of the nation’s largest kiting events is held each year. We would like to host an event or raise awareness in Kite Boarding in this area. It would be great to see kids come in here and use our gear to someday turn into a pro kite boarder. The closest pro kite boarders are in Minneapolis.

Our wind blows Minneapolis' wind out of the water! Pun intended. We would like to bring an event like the Milacs Kite Cross to the Detroit lakes area. If a diversion is put into place in FM, we will have the best place in the nation for kite boarding and water sports.

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lifestyle/Beauty Expert

Heads Up on Beauty H

eads Up is not the average hair salon. There are not multiple rows of chairs with a dozen stylists. There are three chairs with three stylists. At Heads Up, you can avoid the chaos that comes with a larger salon. Also, Heads Up does more than hair and nails, they’re also a boutique. It would seem most people wouldn’t recognize Heads Up as a salon when they first walk in. Owner Bonnie Eukel says the boutique has an alluring atmosphere that invites people who don’t even have an appointment. We caught up with Bonnie and here’s what she had to say about Heads Up . . .

Looking around, it’s easy to tell the salon does more than just hair. Talk about the boutique.

This is one aspect that sets us apart from other salons. We have a lot of great and unique girlfriend-like gifts that are awesome for events such as Mother’s Day, birthdays, or even for a friendly get-together. They also make great last-minute gifts for

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when you’re in a bind. You can browse while you wait for your appointment, it’s a very casual, friendly, and warm environment—you don’t need to be a client to browse our boutique.

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What are you doing that is trendy and popular right now?

Hair accessories! These are pretty big right now, especially after seeing Steven Tyler on American Idol. These are great for events like weddings and prom. We can tailor a number of different looks for special occasions. We do anything from feathers to tinsel.

They add a splash of color that looks nice and it’s not obnoxious, so it won’t ruin your family picture.

Hair accessories? That sounds like it could get expensive.

No way! A strand of tinsel is only $4. It’s actually a 36 inch strand that we fold over so it looks like you have multiple strands. To get a feather (like Steven Tyler) it is only $8. We have a variety of colors for both the feathers and the tinsel. You don’t have to look obnoxious or over the top.

A single feather or tinsel strand looks nice, and depending on how you wear your hair, you can

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have a different look everyday with your accessories. It adds a nice splash of color to your hair and it looks great too!

3 unique things about Heads Up

What is the deal with the Shellac Manicure?

This is huge! We offer up to 70 different shades and it is applied like regular polish; however, once it is on, it is hardened by placing your hand under a UV light.

It lasts about two to three weeks and it is completely chip resistant. The average manicure only lasts about three days.

A lot of times people have their nails done the night before an event, such as a wedding, and they’re in the next day for a touch up. There is no need for that with the Shellac. So don’t Shellac on your nails and come in to Heads Up!

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Shellac Nails • 70+ Shades • Lasts 2-3 Wee

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We are not a chain!

We are private and local.

Boutique in a salon. We are more than just hair and nails. We have a wide variety of items for girlfriends, babies, animals and wine accessories too!

The atmosphere. It is very relaxed here and we are involved with our clients. We have a relaxed setting—everyone is welcome (men too!).

Our clients range from kids to adults.

2912 15th Street South Moorhead, MN 56560-5151 (218) 236-0809

lifestyle/Fashion Sales This month, FM Stride has found some of the top five clothing sales that can help you look good while saving money.

VAVA ON BROADWAY

12 Broadway Fargo (701) 235-2800

»Pamper Me Monday – purchase any bath product and receive 50% off your second one!

(Must be equal lesser value) »Flirty Tuesday – Purchase an Oooh La Lush™ thong and get your second one at 20% off »V.I.P. Wednesday – Receive 20% off any item of your choice (excludes jewelry & perfume) »VAVA Bucks Thursday – Spend $25, get $5, $50 get $10 back in VAVA BUCKS towards your next purchase. »That’s Swanke! Friday & Saturday – Spend $50 and VAVA® treats you to a glass of WINE @ UNCORKED®

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TRADEHOME SHOES

»$40 designer denim all the time. We are an outlet store, so items are always discounted

»Sandal sale: 15-35% off selected sandals »Summer clearance sale

4302 13th Ave Fargo (701) 478-9969

D'Z CORNER

614 Waco Ln S Fargo (701) 541-1807 »Monday - $5 off all purchases over $20 »Wednesday – 20% off all purchases »Friday – 10% off all purchases (does not include already discounted items)

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West Acres Mall 3902 13th Ave. SW Fargo (701) 356-4796

Halberstadt’s Men’s Clothiers

West Acres Mall 3902 13th Ave S Fargo 701-277-0745 »$69 designer suits

ďƒœlifestyle/camping around FM American Legion Campground

1.

810 West Lake Drive Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

(218) 847-3759

Fees: $27.oo/night tent or RV $33.00/night full hook-up RV

Country Campground

2.

13639 - 260th Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

(218) 847-9621

Fees: $30.00 tent or RV

Maplewood State Park

1-888-646-6367

Need State Park Pass $25 year-round vehicle permit

4.

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Lindenwood Campground

3.

1700 5 Street S Fargo, ND

(701) 232-3987

Fees: RV Campsite - $26.25/night Tent Sites - $14.25/night

Long Lake Campsite & RV Resort

5.

17421 W. Long Lake Rd. Detroit Lakes, MN 56502

(218) 847-8920

Fees: $27.oo/night RV only

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Over 40 ambassadors of the FMWF Chamber joined the ribbon cutting to celebrate the oneyear anniversary of FM Spotlight Magazine. The FMWF Chamber of Commerce celebrates and promotes the community and local businesses in important milestones.

Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Impacting the community through resources.

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he Chamber of Commerce in Fargo Moorhead has recently teamed up with West Fargo to provide the area with the best quality resources for success. Together, area business

and the local economy will continue to grow and make an impact in the nation. Turn the page and check out how the FMWF Chamber's mission can help us achieve just that!

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Q & A with Adrienne Olson

Name: Adrienne Olson Hometown: Fargo, ND Years at the Chamber: 6 Website: FMWFChamber.com Number: 218.233.1100 Address: 202 First Avenue North, Moorhead, MN 56560 Newsletter Signup: FMWFChamber.com (Search ‘Subscribe’) The Bridge Newsletter Signup: FMWFChamber.com (Search ‘The Bridge’)

What exactly is the FM Chamber of Commerce?

The Chamber is a partnership of businesses, nonprofits, government and educational institutions in the Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo metropolitan region working together to make this the best place it can be. We focus on providing value and benefits to the business community, which in turn, enhances the quality of life for all of us.

Tell us about some of your resources for businesses?

You recently merged with West Fargo; can you tell us more about that?

Businesses don’t draw geographic boundaries around their customer-base. Combining the

We have resources for everyone, from the oneperson shop, to the largest corporations in town. Whether it’s start-up information, connecting a business leader

two chambers, each with its own to elected officials or speaking strengths and programming, on behalf of the business has resulted in a community for proWe have resources for stronger network business legislation, everyone, from the oneand more we have you covered. person shop, to the largest opportunities for Most members cite corporations in town… all members. It’s the networking and all about putting marketing opportunities regional cooperation as top reasons for joining. to work to make great We set the table for things happen!

What You Should Know About The Chamber…

Membership Join the chamber and experience great membership benefits like ribbon cuttings, events, seminars, resources, listings and more.

professionals to meet and support each other.

What are some of your resources for the Community?

We put together a beautiful Metro Profile each year chock full of pictures and statistics of the area. Many companies use it as a recruiting tool to bring new people in. We also publish a community calendar of events and a regional street map.

Business After Hours

Young Professionals Network

A networking event held frequently to bring together the business community.

The event hosts hundreds of business vendors along with business people.

This networking group is exactly how it sounds. A program built to bring together young professionals in order to gain some valuable business connections.

Our Virtual Expo is an online showcase of all our members and a great site for shoppers and visitors (especially coupon clippers!). You’ll find it at FMWFChamber.com, click on “Virtual Expo” at the top!

Tell us about the YPN event coming up.

Young professionals in this area are nothing short of amazing.

They are starting successful businesses and playing leading roles in other's lives. The Chamber is hosting a multi-state YP Summit in June to bring YPs together to network and learn from FM’s finest. A bonus: we’ve got Trump’s original apprentice, Bill Rancic, keynoting the lunch on June 16.

Are there membership benefits?

Our membership is 2,000 strong, made up of public, private and nonprofit entities that keep this community progressing like a well-oiled machine. Just ask Wall Street Journal, USA Today or the New York Times! Our economy is thriving and we have our business community to thank for that.

Members enjoy a menu of benefits that keep them connected to each

other, to resources, to networking, educational and marketing opportunities and more.

pick a place to eat, to get your oil changed, to buy a Father’s Day gift… It’s an online tradeshow of Chamber members that is growing daily. The new coupon section is a can’t miss. Visit FMWFChamber. com and click on “Virtual Expo” at the top!

Can you tell us about the staff?

You mean the amazing people I spend Learning about my days leadership? with?

Involvement in Some The Chamber have is one of the been best ways to YPN Happy Hour at the HoDo’s rooftop bar in The develop your Chamber work for over a decade, leadership skills. Our leadership some are brand new. All 13 program is more than 20 years are passionately dedicated to old and has graduated more than helping businesses succeed. We 1,000 people who have gone on know how to host a spectacular to serve the region in inspiring event, help you get connected ways. We also employ a variety and market yourself and your of committees that are comprised business, and assist with an array of hundreds of active volunteers of business needs and issues. honing their skills and leading AND we have fun doing it.

The Chamber.

Chamber View?

The ChamberView Virtual Expo is your one-stop online shop to

The Bridge Publication

Chamber View

Leadership Program

A publication published by the FMWF Chamber highlighting key aspects of the business community and Chamber events.

One-stop online resource built as a tradeshow of great leisure and financial opportunities and products. www.fmwfchamber.com.

A program for aspiring leaders with a graduation list of over 1,000 people in the last 20 years.

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ďƒœEvents/calendar/June FARGO-MOORHEAD EVENTS - JUNE

Classical Music Festival

June 5th

June 5th

Three Lyons pub

7th Annual HERO Bash

Community Block Party

June 8th

Trollwood Park

Corks & Canvas Walk

Linn Grove Location

Village West Park

Downtown Fargo

June 9th

June 9th FM RedHawks vs Gary Railcats

YMCA CHASE RACE

Moorhead River Arts

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June 14th

June 14th

Great Plains Young Pro. Summit

Community Block Party

Saving Abel

June 15TH

June 16th

Madison Park

June 15-17

Memorial Park

YMCA Fercho

Newman Field

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Front Fenders

Midwest Kid Fest

Beach Boys

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JUne 17th

June 17th

The Elks

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Tuff Enuf to Ride Pink

Island Park

Shooting Star Casino

The Moody Blues

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Community Play Day

Montgomery Gentry

June 9th

June 10th

Fargodome

4th Annual Golf for Kids’ Sake Meadows Golf Course

JUne 14th

Busch Light Softball Classic

June 10-12

Patchouli

June 15th

June 15th

RRV Speedway

Bill Rancic Luncheon

June 16-19th

June 16th

Fargodome

ND Tour DeCure

John Fogerty

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June 18th

Oak Grove Park

June 8-12

Races

FM Redhawks vs Sioux Falls Pheasants Newman Field

Fargodome

June 7,14,21,28

June 8th

Rheault Farm

RibFest

Park It!

Bluestem Center for the Arts

Dakota Magic Casino

Plains Art Museum

12th Annual Wine & Roses Fundraiser FM Community Theatre

June 16th Against Me! The Venue

June 20th

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Hansen Theatre Msum

June 22ND

FM RedHawks Vs Sioux City Explorers

Oak Grove Park

The Venue

JUne 24-26th Scandanvian Hiemkomst Festival

Hiemkomst Center

June 24-25th NDSU Bison Arts Gala

NDSU’s President’s Residence

June 28th

June 22-26nd

Jack’s Mannequin

Newman Field

JUne 24th

Children’s Studio Theatre

Rheault Farm

June 21-24th

Relay for Life

Disney’s Aladdin Kids

Community Block Party

JUne 25 Roger Maris Celebrity Tournament

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Movie Night Island Park

June 27th

Edgewood GolfCourse

June 26th Zombie Prom Gaede Stage MSUM

June 28th

Paul Rodgers & Los Lonely Boys

Dakota Magic CasinoTh

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