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Table of Contents Page 6...National Buffalo Museum Page 7...The Arts Center Page 8...Snowmobiling Page 9...Area Snowmobile Trails Page 9...White Cloud Page 10...Parkhurst Recreational Area Page 11...Pipestem Dam & Lake Page 12...Pipestem Dam Lake Map Page 14...University of Jamestown Page 15...Runnin O’ The Green Page 16...Jamestown Civic Center Page 17...Alfred Dickey Public Library Page 18...James River Family Fitness Page 19...Louis L’Amour Page 20...James Valley Area Map Page 22...Fort Ranson State Park Page 24...Recreation Page 26...Events Calendar Page 28...Chase Lake National Refuge Page 29...Arrowwood National Refuge Page 30...New Rockford Page 31...Old Church Theatre Page 32...Points of Interest Page 35...Chan SanSan Scenic Backway
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Visit the National Buffalo Museum
The Frontier Village is the Home of the World’s Largest Buffalo, Dakota Thunder, and the National Buffalo Museum, just off Exit 258 on I-94 in Jamestown, ND. A recreated prairie pioneer town, The Frontier Village is home to 25 buildings, most moved in from prairie towns, that house historical displays, gift shops and minimuseums. Located on the same site as the Village, the National Buffalo Museum is open all year and is dedicated to preserving and displaying the history of the American Bison, a creature more commonly known as the buffalo. The displays trace the buffalo’s history from prehistoric times to the present and convey the importance of the buffalo to Native American tribes on the plains. The Ernie Clifford Collection was recently added that includes framed artwork, bronze statues and miscellaneous buffalo memorabilia. Be sure to visit the Prairie Winds Gift Shop which features buffalo-themes and North Dakota made products. Winter hours for the National Buffalo Museum are Mon – Sat 10 am – 5 pm, from September 6 through May 28. Adjacent to the Village is a 200-acre pasture, maintained by the National Buffalo Museum volunteers, that is home to a herd of buffalo. Most are descended from the herd Theodore Roosevelt owned when he ranched in western North Dakota more than a century ago. World-wide interest in our three white, albino buffalo brings guests from far and wide. White Cloud, Dakota Miracle and Dakota Spirit roam free in the pastures. White buffalo are sacred to many
Plains Indian Tribes. It is believed that a white buffalo will come to unite all the earth’s races to live together in harmony. The herd is often visible from I-94. On the eastern end of the Village stands the World’s Largest Buffalo Monument, Dakota Thunder. Designed by sculptor and Jamestown College art professor Elmer Peterson, this 26-foot-high, 60 ton steel-andconcrete sculpture has perched over the City of Jamestown since 1959. Admission to the National Buffalo Museum is $8.00 for adults, $6.00 for senior and active military, $6.00 for Children 5-14, and kids under 5 are free. For group rates or more information, call (800) 807-1511 or (701) 252-8648, or go online to www. buffalomuseum.com.
At the museum for a limited time? This 7 foot tall bronze bison head sculpture created by a Montana sculptor will spend the winter at the National Buffalo Museum. The board will then decide whether to make it a permanent exhibit.
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The Arts Center
The Arts Center is operated by the Jamestown Fine Arts Association (JFAA), which has been promoting the arts in the Jamestown, North Dakota, area for over 40 years. Located downtown, it serves over 600 members. The Center features a 2,000 sq. ft. exhibition gallery, a 400 sq. ft. stage, and three classroom spaces. One classroom is dedicated to ceramics and kiln operation. The stage is utilized year round for theatrical, musical and dance performances. The Arts Center is a spot for local artists to share their talents as well as performance and exhibition location for artists
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from around the world to show their talents to the Jamestown community. The Art Park, a beautiful garden and green space, was added in 2000. The adjacent Hansen Arts Building, houses a ceramics studio and adult classroom space. Jamestown Fine Arts Association also operates the Ila & J.A. Kirkpatrick Gallery at the Frontier Village in Jamestown. The gallery is open each summer and is operated by The Artisans, a volunteer artists group. Jamestown Fine Arts Association receives its funding from the North Dakota Council on the Arts, memberships and other grant sources. Visitors are encouraged to check the website www.jamestownartscenter.org for current information on everything from classes to performances. Located at 115 2nd St. SW in Jamestown, North Dakota. Call 701-251-2496 or go online to www.jamestownartscenter.org.
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Photo Credit: ND Tourism
Enjoy the valley on snowmobile With its rustic scenery, snow-covered hills and valleys over many miles of trails, the Sheyenne River valley is a great place to explore on snowmobile. Snowmobile North Dakota (SND) is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that oversees the recreation of snowmobiling across the state. SND is contracted by the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department to manage the state snowmobile trail system.and is made up of snowmobile clubs, and individual/family and business memberships. Together these clubs and members make up 14 trail associations in North Dakota. The state trail system consists of over 2,800 miles of groomed trails. In the Sheyenne Valley, There are 420 miles of well-marked trails that are groomed regularly throughout the snow season December through March. Riders can witness the splendor of the nature while riding across the crispy snow. The trail system has a wide variety of riding such as nice flat ditches, shelter belts, national grasslands, as well as river bottoms. These unique trails cross many private lands with access being gained by leases through private land owners as well as many state-owned lands. The leases are essential to maintain the quality existing system so riders are urged to stay on the marked trails. The trails follow much of the beautiful winding Sheyenne River and James River with warming shelters along the way as well as stops in more than a dozen area commu-
nities including the rustic and inviting Fort Ransom, Lisbon, Dickey, Oakes, Verona, LaMoure, Litchville and Marion to name a few. Jamestown and Valley City, the larger cities along the trails, offer ample lodging and other services as well as many recreational activities for the entire family for a fun weekend getaway. Fort Ransom, centrally located in the middle of the trail system, is home of Bear’s Den Mountain, which attracts downhill ski enthusiasts from a large geographical area all winter long. Residents are always ready to extend a friendly hello to snowmobilers and welcome their trade to the area. In 2001 a 20-mile section of the trail extending from Litchville to Dickey was named the Kim McInnes Trail, in memory of Kim McInnes of Marion who passed away in 2001. Kim was an avid snowmobiler who contributed much to the development of the trail system in southeastern North Dakota. He also served as Vice President of Snowmobile North Dakota. A local regional tourism event, the ‘Rally in the Valleys’ has been held in January every year since 2001. See the next page for a map of trails in the south central North Dakota area. For more information contact the Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce at 845-1591, Jamestown Chamber of Commerce at 252-4830, Jon Jury at 845-1558, Todd Rasmusson at 683-4914 or Jeff Seher at 252-8348.
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Sheyenne Valley Snowmobile Trails
Map courtesy of ND Parks & Recreation The system has a wide variety of riding such as nice flat ditches, shelter belts, James River Valley, and the Sheyenne River bottom. These trails cross many private lands with access being gained by a lease through the land owner and Snowmobile North Dakota. These leases are essential to maintain the existing system. Please stay on the marked trails.
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Pipestem Dam & Lake
An aerial photo of the Pipestem Lake area.
Pipestem Dam is located four miles north of Jamestown off Hwy. 52/281. The dam was constructed in 1971 and finished in 1973. It was built for recreational purposes, fish and wildlife enhancement, and flood control. It measures approximately 4,000 feet in length, and rises 107.5 feet from the stream bed to the top of the dam. Pipestem Lake has a length of 5.5 miles, with a maximum depth of 30 feet. The storage capacity for the reservoir is 8,944 acre/feet, and drains within a 594 square mile area. The primary camping area at Pipestem
Lake is Parkhurst. The lake is popular among photographers, fishermen, campers, boaters, and wildlife enthusiasts, and it is also a popular spot for picnicking as well. The public use area, which is located downstream from the dam, includes fireplaces and picnic shelters. There is also a rifle range for those who wish to practice their accuracy, and other areas for fishing, boating and hunting. For more information about Pipestem Dam & Lake, please call (701) 252-7666 or fax to (701) 251-9442.
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The Park hurst mature with Recreational Area native prairie is located along the and a variety scenic Pipestem, just of wildlife you north of Jamestown, can see along North Dakota, on the trails and Highway 281, this promis es to provides a perfect become a very setting for horseback popular place. riding, birding, hiking The campand biking. g round fe aParkhurst features Ride the trails and enjoy the scenery. Photo Credit: ND tures 4 - 12x12 a Horse Camp and corrals, tether Tourism Trail just waiting for horse lovers to enjoy the lines, 7 trailer sites with fire rings, tether lines wide-open spaces around Pipestem Reservoir. and picnic tables, a dump station, water well, The camp is ready for use by those traveling close proximity to boat docks and a ramp and with horses who are looking for a place to bunk. vault restrooms. It’s also ready for locals wanting a weekend of Directions: From I-94, take Exit 256 just horseback riding and camping. There is no fee west of Jamestown and travel north 6.5 miles. to camp there. A sign on Highway 281 will indicate the turn The trail stretches 4.5 miles along the north for Parkhurst. Travel west one mile and turn edge of the Pipestem. It winds over rolling left, traveling south. The Horse Camp is along prairie with the view of the lake on one side the western edge of the Parkhurst campground. and an almost continuous series of trees on the For more info, contact the US Army Corps other. It is a very pleasant ride over easy terrain. of Engineers at 701-252-7666. The trees and shrubbery in the area are
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University of Jamestown is located in the gressive city of 16,000 plus people which offers northeastern part of Jamestown, and has pro- a variety of recreational facilities and warm hosvided students with pitality. New and modern exemplary educationfacilities grace “College al opportunities for Hill,” including the archimore than 120 years. tectural prize-winning Established in 1883 Raugust Library, which as Jamestown College, houses more than 117,000 University of Jamesvolumes; Larson Lifetime town is a private, libSports Center; two new eral arts university student residence halls; that offers more than Lyngstad Center, a mod40 areas of study. With ern classroom facility; and its Journey to Success the recently completed program, emphasis Reiland Fine Arts Center, is placed not only on The University of Jamestown Jimmies compete with its state-of-the-art preparing students in the NAIA and DAC-10 Conference. Photo concert/performance hall. academically in their credit: Bill Tanata, Jamestown The “Jimmies” have chosen areas of study, long been respected and but also on preparing students through an ex- competitive in NAIA athletics. Both men’s and perience that is student-centered and integrates women’s athletic teams compete for championthe liberal arts with sound professional pro- ships in the DAC-10 athetic conference as well grams. The Journey includes a four-year grad- as at the national level. To inquire about Uniuation guarantee and a guaranteed internship. versity of Jamestown, call (701) 252-3467 or The 110 acres of wooded land on which the toll-free at 1-800-336-2554. Also, you can log University of Jamestwon sits overlooks a pro- on to their website at http://www.uj.edu.
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Runnin O’ the Green
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day “Runnin O’ the Green” will be held in Jamestown on Saturday, March 18, and will bring in many participants dressing in anything green. Many are dressed in unique costumes, including founder and organizer, Larry Knoblich, called “Knobby” by many, who in the past has dressed in many costumes of green, but now dresses like a leprechaun. Knobby’s goal in life is to keep organizing this charity event until the 50th annual. But then he said he will be 92 years old. Larry Knoblich sends out registrations to over 2,000 letters for the next year’s event. “I believe that this is the city of Jamestown’s biggest event,” said Larry Knoblich. Every business in town has seen a great increase in sales during this weekend event. The Runnin O’ the Green began quietly in 1979 with just 23 runners, plus an Irish priest and a dog, and has blossomed into a massive event raising funds for charity. The first run brought in $200, but the group had a great time and has increased tremendously every year since then. This idea came about when Larry
Knoblich knew that the Elk’s Club needed money and Camp Grassick needed funds to keep going, so they read about this event held in another town and showed great results and so this is how it began. In 1983 they had 40 runners, with Larry and his wife, Joanie, engraving mugs with the Runnin O’ the Green and a leprechaun on them. He said that there would be no way that he could make them now with all of the participants. Larry Knoblich starts the race by telling everyone, “Be careful out there.” And with the bang of the starting pistol, the runners are off, loping down the hill to McElroy Park, stopping at nine pubs along the way, with approximately 3.1 miles through Jamestown. Runners are asked to use common sense, designated drivers and walkers, and the proverbial luck of the Irish. This charity event could not be possible without the help of over 30 volunteers, including the Elks Club and Elkettes. For more info: www.runninothegreen.com.
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Ja m es town Civ ic Center
Built in 1973, the Jamestown Civic Center has hosted a myriad of large and small events in its history. The arena seats up to 6,500 spectators (5,500 permanent and 1,000 portable seats). It also boasts 11 separate meeting rooms and an 18,000 sq. ft. exhibit area (which can hold 100 8’ x 10’ display booths) for trade shows, conventions, and entertainment, as well as local and state sporting events. Its central location in North Dakota is also a selling point. The Civic Center is home to the Jamestown College Jimmies athletic teams, and has been host to Jamestown High School Blue Jays athletic events in the past. It has also staged the Stutsman County boys’ and girls’ basketball tournaments, Class B basketball tournaments, the State Class
A and B Wrestling Tournament, the NAIA National Wrestling Tournament, and the State Class A Girls’ Basketball Tournament. Other events include craft shows, car shows, sport and home shows, the Buffalo City Rodeo, and concerts. The North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame calls the Jamestown Civic Center home as well. The Jamestown Civic Center offers complete catering facilities or in-house food preparation for up to 1,000 persons, which also includes heated food service carts and complete dishwashing equipment.Whenever there’s a special event in the James Valley, you can be certain the Jamestown Civic Center will be a more-than-generous host! For more information on upcoming events and attractions, call 701-252-8088.
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The present Alfred Dickey Public Library within the library for research purposes. Birth building, built in 1919, was the product of the and death records, marriage and divorce records, vision and dedication of two men, father and son. military information, newspaper information The story (with microfilmed of the library copies of Jamesbegins in Janutown publications), ary 1901, when directories, family Alfred Dickey histories, county recalled a meetcords and more are ing to establish all available. a free reading Another serroom in Jamesvice available at the town. The elder Dickey Library is died just three storytime. Storydays after the time is designed for meeting, and preschoolers, and Photo credit: Bill Tanata, Jamestown son Alfred E. Dickey utilizes stories, action called the library committee together and stated rhymes, puppetry and child participation. It is his intention to continue his father’s dream. Just held every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. during one month later, the reading room opened at the the fall and lasts 30 minutes. To listen to a short Opera House Block. Open to the public, the free story on the storyline, call 252-7464. reading room offered cardholders the privilege of Library hours are from Monday-Thursday borrowing books for $1 per year. from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday The Egyptian-inspired building with lotus leaf from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from motifs throughout underwent two additions in 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. during September-May. The 1973 and 1978, with an extra room for book stacks library is closed on all national holidays. and elevator installed. The library received addiThe Alfred Dickey Public Library is located at tional recognition in 1980 when the building was 105 3rd St. SE in Jamestown. For more informaentered in the National Register of Historic Places. tion, call 701-252-2990 or go online to jamesrivThere are extensive genealogical records erlibrary.org.
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James River Family Fitness
Being healthy means more than simply being physically active. It’s about maintaining a balanced spirit, mind and body. At James River Family Fitness on the the University of Jamestown campus, you can work toward that balance, meet new friends and improve the way you look and feel. Facilities include an indoor walking / running track, basketball courts, climate controlled cardio/weight room, personal trainer, racquetball/wallyball courts, a golf simulator, and adult fitness classes. James River Family Fitness now offers Fitness on Demand, cutting-edge fitness technology that delivers group exercise classes without the need for a live instructor! Over 40 classes are available, ranging from the industry’s most popular exercises like Yoga, Cycling to STRIKE and HardCore Fitness. Fitness on Demand creates an engaging group exercise experience anywhere, thanks to its HD
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projector, huge 120” motorized screen, audio receiver and 4-way speaker system. With Fitness on Demand, we will offer a wide variety of classes all the time, making it convenient for all of our members. Participants can attend a scheduled class, or play classes “on demand,” eliminating the hassles typically associated with scheduling group fitness. Beyond the exercise facility, they offer youth sports camps and activities, supervised Open Gym on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-8 pm. Parents can bring their kids to the Kid’s Kare room to be taken care of while they work out! It is free to members. Hours of operation are M-F 9 am-11 am and M-Th 5 pm-7:30 pm. The facility is open Monday-Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information call (701) 253-4101 or go online to www.jrfamilyfit.org.
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Walk the trail of Louis L’Amour
Jamestown native Louis L’Amour is considered a great ambassador for the United States and especially the Great West. He wrote 122 books with 300 million in print, translated into 26 different languages. He also wrote 400 short stories and 65 television scripts, and more than 30 of his stories became movies. L’Amour is the only writer to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Congressional Gold Medal. He also received the Theodore Roosevelt Roughrider Award, North Dakota’s highest award, and an honorary doctorate in literature from Jamestown College in his hometown. You can now “Walk the Trail of L’Amour.” Several sites, that are connected to L’Amour form a walking tour. You can pick up a Walking Tour brochure at the Buffalo City Tourism Information Center. The tour features: A. The Dakota Territory Courthouse. Louis’ father, the county and state veterinarian, conducted business in this building and was a friend of the sheriff whose home was next to the courthouse at the time. (Outside view only) B. A mural that looks as though it came out of one of Louis’ western books at Jamestown City Hall.
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C. The L’Amour Family Home Site. The original home has been moved to the southeast part of Jamestown and structurally changed. You can see the original home site at 113 Third Avenue Southeast in Jamestown. D. The First United Methodist Church was the church where the L’Amour family worshipped. E. The Alfred Dickey Library was one of Louis’ favorite places. He wanted to be a writer since he was a child and spent most of his free time at this library. F. The Franklin Grade School is the oldest remaining schoolhouse in Jamestown built in 1909 and was where Louis attended school. G. The Walz Pharmacy was owned by Louis’ personal friend Reese Hawkins. You’ll find all of Louis L’Amour’s books for sale here and special orders are taken. Notice the over 50-year-old Kirkpatrick mural depicting the frontier days Louis wrote about. H. The Louis L’Amour School is Jamestown’s newest elementary school and is named for this famous author. I. The Louis L’Amour Writers Shack is located in the Frontier Village and is open May through September. The shack holds a collection of Louis L’Amour works and novels.
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Fort Ransom State Park
Photo credit: ND Parks & Recreation Fort Ransom State Park is located approximately 50 miles southeast of Jamestown on the Sheyenne River. The park preserves the legacy of homesteaders who settled in the picturesque Sheyenne River Valley in the late 1800’s. Woodlands comprise half of the 887acre park, with the remainder being upland prairie and open grasslands. Many kinds of trees can be found on the banks of the Sheyenne, including elms, green ash and bur oaks. Autumn is a beautiful time in the park, as the trees change hue from golden yellow to a brilliant red. Fort Ransom State Park’s non-motorized trail system covers over 14.64-miles and most are multi-use, open for hiking, horseback riding, biking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. The majority of the trail system surface is either grass, dirt or hard-packed single-track, with manageable grades with only a few steeper sections. Much wildlife can be found roaming Fort Ransom State Park. White-tailed deer, raccoons, beavers, squirrels, foxes and coyotes thrive, as well as songbirds, shorebirds and birds of prey. Among the various species of birds are blue herons, mourning doves, wild turkeys, meadowlarks, wood ducks, red-tailed hawks, Hungarian partridges, brown thrashers and woodpeckers. The North Country National Scenic Trail also runs through the park. Upon comple-
tion, this trail will extend from New York State to Lake Sakakawea. Canoe rentals are available along the Sheyenne River. Anglers fish for walleyes, northern pike and rock bass. For the cross-country skiing enthusiast, Fort Ransom State Park offers 6.5 miles of groomed trails, and snowmobilers will enjoy the Sheyenne Valley Snowmobile Trail which meanders through the park. Two early homesteads can be found in the park. The Bjone Home is now utilized as a visitor center, and another farm, originally homesteaded in 1884, is the site of the annual Sodbuster Days Festivals. The festivals are sponsored by the Fort Ransom Sodbusters Association, and are held twice yearly on the second full weekend of July and the weekend after Labor Day. Featured are horse-drawn farm equipment, antique machinery displays, blacksmithing and farm cooking. The park is open year-round, with an entrance fee charged to visitors. Call 701973-4331 for information, or 800-807-4723 for campsite reservations.
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Recreation means different things to different people. For some, an invigorating hunt in late October is their greatest pleasure. Others find true enjoyment out on the ice in winter, either catching fish or going skating. Still others fill their vacation days on foot or on horseback exploring the vastness and exhilerating beauty of the view from a North Dakota prairie. However you choose to play, South Central North Dakota can accommodate you!
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Canoeing
Quiet, meandering rivers like the James River and the Sheyenne, afford easy access and pleasant scenery. The following three bodies of water are considered some of the best for canoeing in North Dakota.
Horse Trails Can there be a better way to experience the authentic Old West than riding the trail? From the rugged Badlands to the forested mountains, one of the best ways to see the land “where the west begins” is on horseback. Fort Ransom State Park—The park has several riding trails, plus two horse corrals and camping areas in the beautiful Sheyenne River Valley. Sheyenne National Grassland and Little Missouri National Grassland—Horseback riding is allowed in all of the state’s national grasslands.
Hiking There are plenty of wide-open spaces, wildlife-rich prairie potholes, pristine forested hills on public lands in south central North Dakota that provide diverse experiences for hikers. Day Hiking Areas - Public lands in the James Valley area including state parks, wildlife management areas and refuges, grasslands, national parks, historic sites and recreation areas are open for day hiking of various lengths. Hiking sites include trails with historic or natural features specifically marked for self-guided interpretive walks. These short hikes are excellent for individuals, families or large group learning experiences. Fort Ransom State Park, 2 mi. N. of Ft. Ransom. Wildlife Refuges. All 24 national wildlife refuges have opportunities for wildlife observation on interpretive foot trails. North Country National Scenic Trail. Sheyenne National Grassland, ND Hwy. 27 east of Lisbon.
Sheyenne River—278 miles, May-July. The Sheyenne River should not be missed by canoeists wishing to experience a variety of terrains. Canoe and kayak rentals are available at Fort Ransom State Park. Lake Ashtabula—The waters of Lake Ashtabula, backed up by Bald Hill Dam also provide great fishing. Located just north of Valley City, the lake is one of the state’s best developed reservoirs. Four camp-grounds surround the lake. Jamestown/Pipestem Reservoirs—These twin reservoirs, located just north of Jamestown, are full-service, seasonal resort areas. Both feature walleye, northern pike, perch and crappie fisheries, boat ramps and docks, swimming beaches, campgrounds and picnicking areas.
Ice Skating Outdoor public skating is available daily in winter. Warming houses will be open (weather depending) at McElroy, Nickeus, Meidinger and Leapaldt Parks in Jamestown. The hours of operation are: Mon-Fri. 3:30-8:00pm; Saturday 11:00am-7:00pm; and Sunday 12:00pm6:00pm. Indoor public skating is available at the Wilson Arena, located at 1009 7th St. NE in Jamestown. Operated by the Jamestown Parks and Recreation Department, the arena is open for skating from September through February. The arena may also be rented for private parties and events. Call (701) 252-3939 for more information.
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Variety best describes hunting in North Dakota. Whatever species you are interested in haunting, you will have to search long and hard to find more opportunity. Waterfowl (Geese, Ducks, Coots, Mergansers, Swan) - During the fall migrations thousands of potholes and sloughs attract migrating ducks in countless numbers, bolstering an already huge population of birds hatched and raised in the state. (Incidentally, we lead the nation in duck production.) A sizeable population of resident giant Canada geese is soon augmented by hundreds of thousands of migrating geese that stop over on their journey southward. Small/Upland Game (Grouse, Dove, Crane, Pheasant, Snipe, Woodcock, Squirrel, Hungarian Partridge) - Early fall seasons for mourning dove and sharp-tailed grouse allow a hunter to enjoy chilly mornings and warm afternoons on the prairie. Come October our sandhill crane and ringnecked pheasant seasons generate a lot of attention. Big Game (Deer, Pronghorn, Moose, Elk, Bighorn Sheep) - Our deer and pronghorn archery seasons begin in early fall. Later, the gun seasons for pronghorn, moose, elk, and bighorn sheep bring out hunters lucky enough to have drawn one of these special permits. Deer gun season - the most popular among residents -- begins in early
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November. Wild Turkey - North Dakota has both spring and fall seasons for residents who draw a license in the turkey lottery. Other Species (Coyote, Fox, Prairie Dog) - Coyote and fox hunting seasons are open year around to residents and nonresidents. Late fall and winter offer the best hunting. Although waterfowl is our major draw, sharptailed grouse and ring-necked pheasant, sandhill crane, and pronghorn and deer archery seasons, bring out many hunters. In addition, our deer gun season -- the most popular season among residents -- opens in early November.
Sledding The Bunker, located at 1520 3rd St. SE in Jamestown, is open as a warming house for sledding, a warm place to play games, and have concessions. The hours of operation are: Mon-Fri. 3:30-5:30pm; Sat 11:00am-5:30pm and Sun 11:00am-5:30pm.   Hours are extended during Christmas vacation. For more information contact the Parks and Recreation office, 252-3982 or the Bunker at 252-6152.
Fishing Ice fishing is a popular pastime and is among the best in the south central region of North Dakota, with such species as northern pike, walleyes, muskies, bluegills, perch and white bass abundant in the waters of the region. In the winter, small villages dot the frozen landscape as the hardiest of fishing enthusiasts drop their fish houses on the ice and settle in for a few months of wintertime angling. They are usually rewarded for their efforts.
Icehouses dot the landscape in winter as anglers try their luck on the ice. Photo credit: Bill Tanata, Jamestown
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• NOVEMBER • Nov. 3-5: “9 to 5,” University of Jamestown Student Theater Production, Reiland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 pm nightly. Nov. 5: “Back Porch” in Concert, The Arts Center, downtown Jamestown, 7 p.m. Nov. 6: Craft & Gift Extravaganza, Carrington Armory, Carrington, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 6: Christmas Boutique Craft and Gift Show, Jamestown Civic Center Nov. 16: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Nov. 18-Dec. 18: DPRCA Christmas Production “Junior Claus,” Old Church Theatre, New Rockford. For showtimes and tickets, go to www.dprca.com. Nov. 18-19: Duel in the Dirt Bull Riding, Jamestown Civic Center, 7 p.m. nightly. Nov. 19: Annual Wine & Cheese Tasting, The Arts Center, Jamestown, 7 p.m. Nov. 25: Holiday Dazzle Parade, Downtown Jamestown, 7 p.m. Nov. 28: Annual Tree of Lights Ceremony, CHI St. Alexius Health Carrington Health Center, Carrington
• DECEMBER • Thru Dec. 18: DPRCA Christmas Production “Junior Claus,” Old Church Theatre, New Rockford. For showtimes and tickets, go to www.dprca.com. Dec. 2: Baskets, Bags and Bubbly, Quality Inn & Suites, Jamestown, 6 p.m.
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Dec. 3: Clown for a Night, Jamestown Civic Center, 6 p.m. Dec. 3: Winterfest and Chamber of Commerce Santa Day, New Rockford Dec. 4: University of Jamestown Band Concert, DeNault Auditorium of Reiland Fine Arts Center, 2:00 p.m. Dec. 5: Christmas Around the Town & Parade, Carrington Dec. 8-10: Stutsman County Girls Basketball Tournament, Jamestown Civic Center Dec. 9-11: University of Jamestown Choir Christmas Concert, St. James Basilica, 7:30 p.m. nightly. Dec. 14: A Magical Medora Christmas, Reiland Theater, University of Jaamestown campus, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
• JANUARY• Jan. 5-7: Stutsman County Boys Basketball Tournament, Jamestown Civic Center. Jan. 10-11: Winter Ag Expo, Jamestown Civic Center Jan. 18: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Jan. 21: Winter Wheels Car Show, Jamestown Civic Center Jan. 27: Performing Arts Series event, Darci & Mike Skyles, University of Jamestown Reiland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the festive holiday parades in Carrington (shown above) and Jamestown. Photo credit: Carrington Area Chamber of Commerce
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Feb. 3-5: Sport & Rec Show, Jamestown Civic Center, Fri. 4-8p.m.; Sat. 9a.m.-4p.m.; Sun. Noon-4p.m. Feb. 4: Paw-sta Paw-looza Dinner & Ventriloquist Show, Jamestown KC Hall, 5 p.m. Feb. 15: Apr. 19: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Feb. 18: The Arts Center Annual Gala, Stutsman Harley Davidson, Jamestown, 6 p.m. Feb. 18 University of Jamestown Senior Theatre Production, DeNault Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18: Jamestown Rural Fire Department Fishing Tournament, Jamestown Reservoir. Feb. 20, 21, 23: Class B Region 3 Girls Basketball Tournament, Jamestown Civic Center. Feb. 25: “Old Friends” in Concert, The Arts Center, Jamestown, 7 p.m.
• MARCH• Mar. 6, 7, 9: Class B Region 3 Boys Basketball Tournament, Jamestown Civic Center .Mar. 15: Apr. 19: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
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Mar. 18: Runnin O’ the Green Pub Crawl in Jamestown Mar. 19: University of Jamestown Home Choir Concert, St. James Basilica, 2 p.m.
• APRIL • Apr: Old Church Theatre presents its spring production, live theatre in New Rockford. Go to dprca.com for showtimes and tickets. Apr. 4: Shrine Circus, Jamestown Civic Center, 5:30 p.m. Apr. 6-8: University of Jamestown Spring Theater Production, DeNault Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. nightly. Apr. 19: Artful Happy Hour, Hansen Arts Studio, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Apr. 22-23: Home & Garden Show, Jamestown Civic Center, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat, Noon - 4 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 22: University of Jamestown Dine & Bid, Larsen Center, 5 p.m. Apr. 29: Performing Arts Series, Bismarck Wind Ensemble, University of Jamestown De Nault Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
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Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge is home to a large colony of pelicans
Chase Lake Refuge was established in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt as a reserve and breeding ground for native birds. The refuge, which spans 4,385 acres, is 10 miles northwest of Medina, North Dakota. The headquarters are three miles east of Woodworth. Chase Lake is North America’s largest White Pelican nesting area. Why they prefer Chase Lake to other areas is as of yet unknown. The nesting pairs have numbered as many as 18,000 nesting pairs during peak years. To prevent disturbing the birds during the critical nesting period, a refuge permit is required to get closer to view or photograph the nesting activities. The Pelicans are a fitting icon for the Birding Drive network. You will find them swimming in area wetlands, as well as flying overhead occasionally pretty much where ever you travel in North Dakota. They have one of the broadest wingspans of any North American bird. The nine foot wide wing span is a site to behold. Of the 4,385 acre refuge there are 4,155 acres that are designated as a wilderness area. That means there are no motor vehicles allowed, no roads, and very few changes since settlement days. Some of the refuge’s appealing aspects are the general absence of any signs of human presence. The absence of sounds made by human activity and the presence of only the natural sounds of the wind, the birds, and the movement of the grass. Of course there are hundreds of other species of birds ranging from the Ferruginous Hawks to Snowy Owls; Baird’s Sparrows to Sprogue’s Pipets; White-fronted Geese to Canvasbacks; and Upland Sandpipers to Chestnut-collared Longspeers. These are just a few of the birds that live at the refuge. Not only does this area support an abundance of bird life but many mammals, along with a variety of reptiles and amphibians can be found here as well. In 1975 Chase Lake was designated as a Wilderness Area and is one of
two Wilderness NWRs in North Dakota. However, there are signs of trouble brewing ahead among the pelican population. In late May 2004, the south island and peninsula colonies dropped alarmingly from 27,000 birds to just 80 in a span of eight days, leaving behind thousands of eggs. In early June, the remaining 2,500 birds disappeared from their north island colony. Radio-tagged birds were observed scattering in different directions, for no apparent reason. Some of the most likely theories as to the sudden disappearance of the pelicans include predators, human interference, poor weather conditions, and disease. There has been much positive concern for the pelicans far and wide, and there are signs that thebirds are returning. For more information contact: Natoma Buskness, project manager. Call 701-752-4218.
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Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge Established in September of 1935, its Arrowwood (NWR) invites visitors to original purpose was for a breeding and enjoy an enormous array of wildlife obresting ground for migratory waterfowl and servation opportunities. Things such as: Aut o Tou r s — T h e re i s a 5 . 5 m i l e other birds. The refuge is 15,934 acres and self-guided auto tour made up of lakes, route that winds marshes, prairie around and through grasslands, wooded both prairie grasslands coulees, and cultivated fields. The refand marshlands. There uge is located along are brochures available the James River, and at the tour entrance meanders its way and an audio-cassette through other main tape for your personal tour at the refuge water areas such as headquarters. Arrowwood, Mud, Viewing Blinds— and Jim lakes, along From the viewing blind with DePuy Marsh. you can see a variety of These natural water Grouse are abundant on the refuge wildlife. From dancing sources have control structures at their outlets. The first of the sharp-tailed grouse to white tailed deer. control structures were built in 1930. This You may see geese and tundra swans in the was to hold the rapidly disappearing water spring and fall during migration seasons. The blind is open to the public by calling in the lakes. The refuge lies within the main cen- the refuge staff. The picnic area, which tral flyway migration corridor, and is an is located on the east side of Arrowwood important link in a chain of refuges ex- Lake, is a great place to birdwatch. Numertending from North Dakota to the Gulf of ous species of ducks and other water birds Mexico. Arrowwood is managed primarily can be seen from summer through fall. to attract waterfowl during migrations, but Hunting and fishing is quite popular it also contains excellent nesting habitat also. White-tailed deer can be found in for ducks, geese, grebes, and shorebirds. the ravines whether wooded or grass only. Hooded Mergansers and wood ducks You can find upland game birds also. For are produced from many nesting boxes the anglers there are Northern Pike and placed along the lakes and wetlands. The other game fish that will give you a workout extensive sago pondweed beds on refuge reeling them in. Brochures are available lakes are attractive to diving ducks such describing both the hunting and fishing as Canvasbacks. In the spring and fall the regulations at the refuge headquarters. refuge attracts large numbers of Canada geese and snow geese.
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New Rockford Visitors to New Rockford this winter will find lots to do. Watch the summer’s hottest new movie releases at the Rockford Theatre downtown. Showtime is 8:00 p.m. each Friday thru Monday evening. Or get lost in a book at the Eddy New Rockford Library, which also offers wireless internet and public access computers. The New Rockford Park District operates a skating rink in the winter months with skate rental and warming house. For more information, go to www.cityofnewrockford.com. A group of parents chaperone public roller skating and blading each Friday night during the winter at the Brown Memorial in downtown New Rockford. Younger kids skate at 6:30, and older, more experienced skaters start at 7:30 p.m. One mile north of New Rockford you can enjoy cross country skiing on the trails at the golf course. The Events Center is also open for supper Thursday thru Sunday. For more information call 947-2385. Hunters and fisherman can enjoy lodging at the Bison Lodge in New Rockford. The lodge features full-service hunting lodge suites with game cleaning station, dog kennels, clothes dryer and freezer to keep your kill chilled. New
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For big-city culture with small town charm, there’s no place like the Old Church Theatre in New Rockford, located 60 miles northwest of Jamestown on U.S. Hwy. 281. Dakota Prairie Regional Center for the Arts began as a volunteer-led community summer theatre in the 1990’s and has become a well-rounded arts entertainment and education center spanning four historic buildings in New Rockford’s downtown. This November and December, DPRCA will perform Junior Claus, a show about Junior, son of Santa and Clarabel Claus. Junior is fed up with his dead-end job at the North Pole and declares Christmas a humbug. This shocking lack of belief in the holiday sends Santa into
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a deep, enchanted sleep. When Grumpo, an avaricious elf, stages a coup and takes over the workshop, it’s up to Junior and a ragtag team of companions to restore the Christmas spirit, awaken Santa Claus, and save Christmas. “This show is bursting at the seams with hilarity and Christmas mirth and will warm the hearts of kids from 1 or 92!,” says Elliott Schwab director and principal actor. The show will run weekends November 18 - December 18 (with no performances Thanksgiving weekend). Show times will be Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.dprca.com or through the DPRCA box office at 701-947-2174.
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mile high bank clay oval. Saturday’s May -August. Stampede in September. Louis L’Amour Writers Shack, A collection of Louis L’Amour works and novels including information on L’Amour. North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame, Civic Center, 212 3rd Avenue NE, Jamestown, 701252-3117. All year, M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. www. jamestownnd.com. Housed at the Jamestown Civic Center, the Sports Hall of Fame honors individuals who are noted for accomplishments in athletics. Posey’s Old Time Tractors, Three miles North of Pingree, 701-285-3536. Open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. An interesting collection of antique tractors.
Fort Seward Interpretive Center has many artifacts on display.
Art/Culture/Entertainment The Arts Center, 115 2nd Street SW, 701-251-2496, M-F 9-5 p.m., Saturday 11-3 p.m. The arts center is a visual arts gallery featuring local, regional and national artists. Flags Across America, Fort Seward Historic Site, 603 10th Avenue NW, Jamestown, 701-251-1875. One of only 17 dedicated Flags Across America sites in the nation. The American flag flown here is 30 x 60 feet. Tours are available. Fort Seward Military Post, 603 10th Avenue NW, Jamestown, 701-251-1875. Established in 1872 to protect Northern Pacific Railroad workers. Visible remains of foundations and basements. Fort Seward Wagon Train, Box 244, Jamestown, 701-252-6307. A chance to travel for a week on an authentic western train. Frontier Village and World’s Largest Buffalo, Exit 258, off I-94; 17th Street SE, Jamestown, 701-251-9145, Memorial Day-Labor Day, daily 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Step back in time at Frontier Village, a recreated prairie town. View the world’s largest buffalo monument, a 60-ton concrete sculpture dedicated to the American bison. Grace Episcopal Church, 407 2nd Avenue NE, Jamestown, 701-252-4499. Original portion built in 1884 of native fieldstone. The church has outstanding stained glass windows as well as a pipe organ, digital piano, and an up-to-date sound system. Jamestown Speedway, 3698 Highway 281 SE, Jamestown, 701-251-2897. One-quarter
Putnam House (above), 533 Main Street, Carrington. All year by appointment, Memorial Day-Labor Day, 2-5 p.m., 701-652-2090. Three-story historic home available for tours or private rental. Rural community cultural center fostering arts, humanities, history and people. The Basilica of St. James Catholic Church, 622 1st Avenue South, Jamestown, 701-252-0119, Monday-Saturday 7:30-6 p.m., Sunday 7:30-Noon and 4:30-7:30 p.m. www. buffalocity.net/basilicawebsite. North Dakota’s only basilica was built in 1914. Elevated to the status as a minor basilica in 1989, because of its unique architecture and the location of the first cathedral in North Dakota (1889). Walk the Trail of Louis L’Amour Downtown Area, Self-guided walking tour of downtown Jamestown, 701-251-9145. Walk the same areas that Louis L’Amour did as a child. www.jamestownnd.com. Historical Sites Fort Ransom State Historical Site. Three quarters of a mile southwest of Fort Ransom. 701-328-2666. This site marks the location of a 200-man military post built in 1867 by General Alfred Terry and named for Civil
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Many Bluebills migrate through the area and dot the prairie landscape.
War General Thomas Ransom. The post was active from 1867 to 1872. Fort Ransom State Park, 2 miles N. of Fort Ransom, 5981 Walt Hjelle Parkway, Fort Ransom, ND 58033, 701-973-4331. Fort Ransom is situated in the scenic Sheyenne River Valley. A scenic overlook on a park road high on the valley slope affords a spectacular motorcycling adventure of this uniquely scenic area, and a farmstead within the park provides the setting for the annual Sodbuster Days celebration, with demonstrations and exhibits of early homesteading life. The town of Fort Ransom is rich in historical and cultural interests and is located just south of the park. Canoeing is popular on the Sheyenne River during the summer, with snowmobiling and cross-country skiing major winter activities. 887 acres, modem and primitive camping, comfort station, campsite reservations, sewage dump station, picnicking, hiking and cross-country ski trails, amphitheatre, biking, horse corrals, canoe and kayak access and rentals. Stutsman County Courthouse State Historic Site, 3rd Avenue SE and 5th Street SE, Jamestown, 701-328-2666. Under renovation; view from outside only. The 1883 Dakota Territory Courthouse is the oldest courthouse in North Dakota and one of two in the state built in the Gothic Revival tradition. Museums Foster County Museum, 480 McKenzie Avenue, Carrington, 701-652-2477, Memorial Day-Labor Day, 2-5 p.m. All year by appointment. Military uniforms, household items, historic photos of Carrington and surrounding communities. Frontier Fort/Wildlife Museum, 1838 3rd Avenue SE, Jamestown, 701-252-7492. All year, Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. View American Indian Exhibits, agricultural and local and regional history. Visit the large wildlife museum with taxidermy displays and gift shop. Melzer Museum, Main Street, Woodworth, 701-752-4119. Open by appointment. Office of
the late Dr. Melzer. Also contains American Indian photography. National Buffalo Museum, 500 17th Street SE, Jamestown, 701-252-8648, Memorial Day-Labor Day; 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; off season, M-F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday by appointment only. www.jamestownnd.com. The National Buffalo Museum portrays the evolution of the Buffalo through its display and exhibits. Look for the live herd of buffalo and the rare albino buffalo, White Cloud, in the museum’s adjacent pasture. Be sure to browse through the Prairie Gift Shop located in the National Buffalo Museum. Stutsman County Memorial Museum, 321 3rd Avenue SE, Jamestown, 701-252-6741. June
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1-September 30, daily 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Sunday 1-8 p.m. Beautiful mansion built in early 1900s. Four floors filled with furniture and thousands of items used in everyday living in the early 1900’s. Toy Farmer Museum, 7496 106th Avenue SE, LaMoure, 701-883-5206, M-F 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, noon-5 p.m. www.toyfarmer. com. Historic barn contains collectible farm toys, displays and gift shop. Scenic Wonders Alkali Lake Sanctuary. From Jamestown, follow ND 20. National Audubon Society 500-acre natural prairie lake with a diversity of wildlife and excellent bird watching. Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, U.S. 281, 701-285-3341. Excellent upland bird hunting, major spring and fall waterfowl migration. Self guided auto tour. Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 5924 19 R ST SE, Woodworth, 701-752-4218. Home of the world’s largest American White Pelican colony. Hawks Nest Ridge, 6 miles West on Highway 200, 7 1/2 miles South of Carrington, 701-6522524. The highest point in a short ridge of glacial moraine hills rises 800 feet above the surrounding prairie. The 100-acre nature park is one of the state’s official watchable wildlife areas. Jamestown Reservoir, Jamestown Area. Covers more than 2500 surface acres. Provides recreational opportunities, municipal water supply, and fish and wildlife conservation benefits.
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The Island at the Reservoir is now home to a new, world-class 27 hole disc golf course.
A live bison herd roams in the grassland near the National Buffalo Museum. Photo credit: Bill Tanata, Jamestown
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Chan SanSan Scenic Backway Over 12,000 years ago glacial melt formed the James River Valley. When travelers descend into the valley, they can see the panoramic view of a winding river surrounded by tall grass prairie and wildflowers. This area is rich in Native American history, earthen mounds, early settlement and scenic beauty. Visitors have multiple opportunities for recreation and wildlife viewing along the backway. Points of Interest along the 32-mile Chan SanSan Scenic Backway: • Heinrich-Martin Dam-Built in 1968, the Heinrich-Martin Dam offers visitors a perfect spot to relax with picnic shelters, a swimming area and excellent fishing. • Double Pony Truss Bridge-This Double
Pony Truss Bridge was restored because of its rarity and an interpretive sign on the site offers a glimpse of early life in LaMoure County. • LaMoure County Courthouse-This stately landmark dominates the beautiful view of the valley with an impressive domed roof that is eye pleasing from any direction. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the story of how the courthouse came to be is as rich and interesting as any. • Red Wing Paddleboat-Built in 1914 and used on the James River for some time, this paddleboat was restored in 1971 and now rests near the James River at LaMoure for the public to enjoy.
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Ellendale Historic Opera House
The Ellendale Opera House is a three-story structure built in 1908 by a group of local businessmen who were planning for the future of the town. The building hosted traveling theatre productions and a range of other events throughout the 1900’s, including high school and college plays, graduations, dances, wrestling and boxing matches. Left empty for twenty years from the 1980’s until 2002, the building was in disrepair when a local non-profit, O.P.E.R.A., Inc, acquired the building from the city and began renovation efforts. Now, more than a decade later, the main level is now a performing arts theatre, exhibit hall and community room. The Opera House Lobby, as it
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has been named, is used for art exhibits, theatrical performances and private parties throughout the year. The new façade on the front windows was installed in 2010. The second floor auditorium is the next target for renovation, with a new subfloor put down in recent years. Once the second level is complete, the main level will become the lobby for the auditorium, which seats up to 1,000 people. A variety of events are held there throughout the year. To take a tour of the Opera House, stop by Crabtree Insurance or Calico Cat, both on Main Street in Ellendale. For more information about events, go online to www.ellendaleoperahouse.com
Round trip air service to the world: FLY JAMESTOWN… Jamestown to Anywhere with less hassle in between. Jamestown Regional Airport is proud to offer commercial airline service with United operated by SkyWest, utilizing a CRJ 200 FOR TICKET OR FLIGHT INFORMATION Jamestown Regional Airport offers 800-864-8331 • Local: 701-252-1823 non-stop commercial airline service to Denver on United Express. This means you can easily connect with fights traveling around the world while enjoying the convenience of flying from Jamestown. Jamestown Airport offers quality check-ins, short security lines, free coffee, and wireless internet. FREE PARKING www.flyjamestown.net
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Largest Off Sale in the Area
WINE • BEER & LIQUOR
Convenient Walk-in • Plenty of Parking Space Hrs: Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 11 pm Fri & Sat: 9 am -12 am • Sun: 12 noon - 10 pm
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HWY 281 S • JAMESTOWN, ND • 701-952-9463 Located just north of Interstate 94 (Exit 258)
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Hi-Way Off Sale Carrington 314 Hwy. 281 NE 701-652-3989
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Hwy. 281 SW • 2612 8th Ave SW
Jamestown, ND • 701-253-9700
Lakeview Meadow
Located along the Jamestown Reservoir just north of Jamestown • Summer Getaway • Fishing Haven • Gatherings w/Friends • Hunting Paradise • Family Reunions • Romantic Weekends • Air-conditoned cabins • Washer and dryer • Fully-equipped kitchens • Glassware & silverware • Bedding, blankets, bath towels & dish towels • High-definition flat-screen television in each cabin
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Gun & Reel Sports, Inc. 115 West 1st St. • Box 1957 701-252-2850 • 800-427-2850 Jamestown, ND
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Jamestown
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...be part of the legend
e invite you to experience the charm and hospitality offered as Jamestown continues its tradition as home to some of the best recreational, historical and cultural activities in the Dakotas. The Jamestown Civic Center/CVB full-time staff is committed to providing the support services and necessary tools to make your event a success. We would be honored to host your next meeting, event, or convention, where we invite you to “Be part of the legend!” The Jamestown Civic Center was built in 1973, seats up to 6,500 people and has 10 separate meeting rooms. From professional to personal, corporate to festive, any gathering can be ideally accommodated. Our 48,000 square foot facility is available for a large variety of events, including trade shows, headline entertainers, conventions and banquets.
• Pre-Event Planning and Bids • Facilitate Site Inspections • Publicity • Guest Activities • Pre-promotion Attendance Builders • Liaison to Public Officials • Promotional Items • Special Assistance
701-252-8088
212 3rd Ave. NE, Jamestown, ND
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