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Index Copyright 2016 by Transcript Publishing 6 8th St North, P.0. Box 752 New Rockford, ND 58356 701-947-2417, (Fax) 701-947-2418 reguides@gondtc.com Amy Wobbema - Editor/Publisher/Design Erling Rolfson & Sandi Clapper - Advertising Printed in USA Cover photo credit: Tanner Cherney, Devils Lake

Page 8 — Record Perch Page 11 — Devils Lake Fishing Page 14 — Carrington Page 17 — New Rockford Page 20 — McHenry Page 21— Maddock Page 23 — Points of Interest Page 26 — Devils Lake Parks Page 29 — Walleye Tournament Page 31 — Area Parks Systems Page 32 — Fort Totten Page 34 — Harvey Page 37 — Fessenden Page 39 — Kellys Slough NWR

Page 40 — Cando Page 42 — Spirit Lake Casino Page 44 — Devils Run Page 46 — Devils Lake Area Fishing Map Page 49 — Devils Lake Boat Access Page 50 — Hawk Museum Page 51 — Minnewaukan Page 53 — Lakota Page 56 — Icelandic State Park Page 57 — Park River Page 59 — Sullys Hill Page 62 — Walhalla Page 64 — Tetrault Woods

Page 65 — Stump Lake Page 68 — Aneta Page 70 — Calendar of Events Page 72 — Finley Page 73 — Cooperstown Page 74 — Mayville/Portland Page 75 — Hampden/Edinburg Page 76 — Drayton Page 78 — McVille Page 80 — Grafton Page 83 — Langdon Page 87 — Leeds Page 88 — Area Golf Courses

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Lake Region & Pembina Hills…

While the Lake Region has traditionally been considered the top waterfowl hunting area in North Dakota, it has developed in recent years into one of the most outstanding year-around recreation centers in the North Central region of the United States. This increased recreation interest has been brought by the higher water level of Devils Lake, which has been rising steadily since the 1970s. Although the rising water has caused road and boat access problems, the fishing has been exceptional and continues to get better. The water level in the main lake has increased to approximately 50 feet deep and the shoreline has expanded to create excellent spawning conditions. Just why the water level of Devils Lake has risen so remarkably in the last two decades is a matter of debate. Some consider it a natural factor resulting from a “high” cycle, following a low cycle of the 1930s during the dry years, which occurred again in the early 90s to a lesser degree and to a greater degree in the mid 90s to the present day. Others attribute rising water levels to years of man-made drainage activities in the counties north of Devils Lake. Fishing, both summer and winter, is among the best in North Dakota, with such species as northern pike, walleyes, muskies, bluegills, perch and white bass abounding in the waters of Devils Lake, thanks to the stocking efforts of the North Dakota Game & Fish Department in recent years. Boating, regattas, camping and other outdoor activities all contribute to making the Lake Region the top recreation area that it is. Several other lakes in the area, such as Wood Lake, Cavanaugh Lake and Stump Lake, as well as the very east end of Devils Lake, also offer good fishing and boating activity with several campgrounds and bait shop to accommodate visitors. In the winter, ice fishing takes on greater interest, both on Devils Lake and on some of the smaller lakes in the region. Ice fishermen travel many miles to get in on the action and are usually rewarded for their efforts. Snowmobiling, which has become a big business in the region in recent years, has taken on greater emphasis during the winter, with regular snowmobile races, family outings sponsored by the Lake Region Snowmobile Club and other events. And of course, the big thing in the fall of the year throughout the Lake Region is the outstanding waterfowl hunting. Long known as one of the finest goose hunting areas on the continent, sportsmen from far and wide converge on the Lake Region in the fall to try their hand at taking their limits of ducks and geese.

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Coteaus & Prairies… There are many ways to enjoy the Pembina Hills, which is really a gorge carved by the Pembina River. More and more people have been planning a trip through the area on their way to the Peace Garden or elsewhere. The area is a very scenic contrast to the fertile plains east, north and south bordering the hills. An increasing number of recreational interests are found throughout the year. Sightseers enjoy the views, especially in the fall when trees are painted many different colors. Hunting is among the best in North Dakota. Wild turkeys, grouse, waterfowl, moose, deer and elk have found the Pembina Valley a haven. Some of the best moose and elk hunting in North Dakota exists right here in this virtually unexplored wilderness. Another favorite time of the year is winter. Carved into the heavily wooded Pembina Hills is an excellent area for downhill skiing. And if downhill skiing isn’t your cup of tea, try the area’s cross-country ski trails, which are ideally suited to explore snow covered hills. Snowmobilers find this an exciting vacation spot. State snowmobile trails give riders a scenic view few others have seen, not to mention a challenging ride. The meandering Pembina River attracts canoeing enthusiasts to its secluded landscape. Hikers enjoy many of the pathways leading to the river and a favorite fishing spot. Horseback riders also enjoy the scenic terrain. If country life and small town hospitality are to your liking, you’ll find it right here. Many summer and fall activities take place in the New Rockford, Carrington and Harvey areas, as well as east of Devils Lake in the Lakota, Tolna, McVille, Park River, Cavalier, Grafton, Walhalla and Langdon areas. Hunting, fishing, camping and canoeing provide plenty of fun in the summer and fall, and snowmobiling is a favorite winter activity. The festivities provide a pleasant change of pace to the every day rat race, as well as the recreational opportunities. No wonder they call it the “Valley of the Gods.” There’s something for everyone, in the spring, summer, fall or winter!

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Devils Lake 12-inch Perch at Record Levels!

carries over into winter. That’s what’s happenSince surveys began, North Dakota fisheries ing right now.” He concentrates his perching in biologists show Devils Six Mile bay, Black Lake populations of Tiger bay, near the large perch at record Casino and in East levels. Biologist Todd Devils Lake. Caspers said, “Since His likes flooded our surveys began in trees with slip-bob1992, we now have a bers and ice fishrecord level of 12-inch ing tactics, but he and larger perch in the doesn’t like losing system, with most of so much tackle those being right at a when big perch foot long or slightly wrap him around bigger.” branches. “I really Local angler Al like the old shoreFreidig fishes Devils lines in 24 to 28 Lake several times feet of water, beeach week. “This cause it’s rocky and summer has been sandy, and perch very good for perch; live there,” he it should only get said. “Best tactic better this fall with is a bouncer and cooling temperatures spinner with half and it will be a bouna crawler. The tiful winter,” he said. top hook goes in Caspers echoed that the nose, and the sentiment, “Few peobottom hook must ple fish for perch in the come out the back fall, but those who do Photo and photo credit: “Mark Bry with a nice perch of the crawler.” should do well. I ex Devier has testfrom Devils Lake” pect ice fishermen will ed every spinner on have good luck with perch in a few months.” the market and said, “The blade that outfishes To put the “record level” in perspective, them all is the Northland Baitfish harness with a Caspers said, “The numbers of 12-inch plus rainbow blade.” His next two favorite colors are perch that we encountered in our survey this gold and firetiger. He continued, “This summer, year are at the highest level that we have doc- we’ve been catching the nice 12 to 13 inchers, umented since our surveys began in 1992.” some just a bit smaller and then bunches of 8 and The actual numbers show the current level of 9 inch fish. Here, we’re kinda spoiled and keep 12-inch plus perch to be three times the average only what we can eat of the solid football-sized – 2.5 per net compared to the long-time average perch.” He added, “All the walleyes guys and of .75 per net. duck hunters who get in some fall fishing should Right behind the 12-inch perch is another give open-water perch a try. If they can’t, come important statistic: 10 to 12 inchers are about back this winter. It’ll be like the good old days.” as abundant as normal right now. Caspers said, A map of the nine convenient public concrete “Surveys are designed to give us information ramps is featured on devilslakend.com. One about the relative sizes of fish populations and of the most modern fish-cleaning stations in make reasonable comparisons. Perch are doing the country is located south of Ed’s Bait Shop pretty well right now.” on Hwy 20 (south of the City of Devils Lake). Freidig offered some tips for anglers, starting The 20 x 32 station is free-of-charge to anwith where to go right now. “The north end of glers, and features two grinders, a clean-up Six Mile Bay in 14 to 30 feet of water has been sink, regular and handicapped bathrooms. It my favorite spot for the past two years – all can handle 15 anglers at once, and is open 12 summer and fall,” he said. Spinners with half months of the year, as is the Devils Lake fisha crawler or a 3-inch Gulp night crawler at 1.1 ing season. to 1.3 mph works best for Freidig. He also Devils Lake fishing guides target perch, wallpulls jointed Shad Raps and Salmo Hornets at eyes, white bass and pike. To contact guides and 2.1 to 2.4 mph. for the latest lake conditions, fishing reports, Devils Lake fisherman Clint Devier is a stu- lodging, activities, restaurants, tournament dent of perch, and said, “I have always found news and resorts, check www.devilslakend. that if there’s a good late summer and fall bite, it com, or call 701-662-4903. By: Devils Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Devils Lake fishing… as good as it gets Fishing at Devils Lake of Devils Lake are the best this summer will be the and most up to date. Those best fishing in the Midwest. of you using the internet, Devils Lake, over the last www. fishingbuddy.com five years, has quadrupled will also give you up-toin size from 40,000 acres date information on where to 120,000 acres. What this the fish are biting. means for the fishing enthuThe location of fishing siast is excellent hatching holes can also be located conditions. The most exwith GPS. A good source plosive growth has been in of Waypoints is on file at the northern pike “catch and Ed’s Bait Shop. This is an release.” The only trouble excellent tool for locating you’ll have is keeping them spots due to the increased off your hook, especially level of the lake. in the spring. White bass Perch fishing during fishing is great and you the summer is a little difcan catch large amounts of ferent than during the winthem in the 3 pound class. ter. There are always treIt is not unusual to catch 3 mendous catches of perch or 4 in the whopper class in during the winter and they a day’s outing. The best redon’t hibernate. People sults for catching big white do catch perch during the bass is Shad Raps casting summer. The methods are in to shore. The best times different and probably the are late afternoon along most successful is using a sandy beaches. White bass slip set up to get you on Show off your trophy fish to your friends. fillets are excellent eating. the bottom and very little You can also smoke them, leaving the skin on while resistance to feel the bite. They say the perch in Devils cutting the fillets. Lake have the softest lips in the Upper Midwest. There are many spots to check out for the best The premiere species is the walleye. Summer fishfishing. J & J’s Bait Shop, Minnewaukan, Eastbay ing attracts thousands of anglers. There is not much to Camp Grounds, Spirit Lake Marina, Ed’s Bait Shop, tell a walleye fisherman about what rigs are the best to Woodland Resort on Creel Bay, West Bay Resort and use. This is another “catch and release” species. SeriLakeview Lodge, and Ackerman Acres, north side ous fishermen will do well on large or small walleye

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and novices can do extremely well depending on what size of fish you want to keep. The 1 to 1-1/2 lb. are the best eating and the easiest to catch. The weather is always a concern. Be sure to check the condition, especially the wind. Don’t spoil a great Bring the kids fishing. day of fishing by getting caught in a sudden change of weather. There’s no arguing that Devils Lake is a remarkable fishery. Walleyes abound in Devils Lake as well as northern pike, white bass and perch. Numerous year classes of each species are present and forage is abundant. It is a perfect environment for fish and fishermen. The diversity of Devils Lake has been driven by several consecutive years of rising water. Lakes that formerly stood alone - Pelican Lake, Dry Lake and Stump Lake, are now all part of a much larger Devils Lake. The rise in water means an explosion of fish eager to feed and reproduce in flooded vegetation. It is as near to a perfect environment for fish as naturally possible, hosting a multitude of minnows, freshwater shrimp, and the gamefish that we’re catching. Pike have really been coming on for several years. The high water produced a perfect nursery area for pike and walleyes and each year there are stronger

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The Original Lake Region Guide Summer 2016 Page 13 year classes coming up. ing crankbaits or pitching Anglers crowd shorelines jigs. and boat ramps because fishCasting lures is a great ing Devils Lake can produce way to have fun and is some phenomenal catches. known for producing Devils Lake has grown feisty fish, but keep in so much in the last severmind that what works al years that it has been a one day may not work the struggle trying to keep up next. Make sure you exwith the expansion. It’s too periment. When the fish much water to learn during a are shallower in the early trip or two. A good approach part of the summer, they is to break the lake down are more susceptible to into manageable areas and be- Fishing off shore is as good as in the boat. casting techniques. Later, the gin fishing. The popular areas bite may move a bit deeper are…Minnewaukan Flats, Grahams Island, Main where spinners and bottom bouncers will prove Bay, Creel Bay, Six-Mile Bay. and Pelican Lake. Just effective. Some fishermen will use downriggers or concentrate on one at a time rather than try and learn deep diving crankbaits. All are proven fish-catchthe whole lake at once. ing presentations on Devils Lake. Devils Lake also Devils Lake is a true “natural” lake, but in its ex- has built a reputation as a jumbo perch fishery, but pantion, it has covered a variety of terrain, natural as the lake expanded, walleyes thrived and have and man-made. Those irregularities are a good place taken the attention. Don’t forget the northern pike to start. Flooded vegetation attracts forage fish and have done exceptionally well and large schools of gamefish, and there is an abundance of newly flood- white bass can number in the thousands and can ed land surrounding Devils Lake. Fishermen find make for a fun day on the water. You never know success fishing the outside edge of weedlines, over what you are going to set the hook into. The fishthe top of submerged weeds or anything that looks ery is healthy. There’s a lot of food for these fish. a bit different. Naturally, Devils Lake is famous for Catches of walleye, northern pike and white bass flooded timber, another place where anglers often during a single outing is not unusual, often using produce limits of fish. Flooded timber is easy to fish the same presentation. because it is visible. Slip bobbers have proven effecWhere do I go? An exciting place this summer tive here. will be the Spirit Lake Casino and Resort. The maWhat method is best for fishermen is a good ques- rina is a great place to launch your boat and slips tion everywhere. Fortunately, Devils Lake is so are available. They also have excellent accommodiverse that there is really no limit to the amount dations including food and, of course, you can try of presentations that might produce good numbers your luck in the casino. There’s also Woodland Reof fish on any given day. Slip bobbers or trolling sort and the State Park. spinners and nightcrawlers work, but so does cast-

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Carrington

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its location in the central region of North Dakota, Carrington is a great place to meet for business or pleasure. While in downtown Carrington, take time for a tour of Putnam House, a 1907 American Foursquare home built by the Putnam family. The home’s rooms reflect One person’s junk is another’s treasure the spirit and style of the Putnam’s along with museum collections and other items providing a lively wanis Club, and has one of few remaining native depiction of Foster County’s history, its people and stands of buffalo grass and pine oaks. Visitors can go hiking, birding and overnight camping during their varied lives. The home, located on Main Street, is on the Na- warm weather, and cross country skiing and tobogtional Register of Historic Places and is owned by ganing in the winter. the Foster County Historical Society. Open during Observe over 300 species of birds, including the Chestnut Collared Longspur, Baird’s sparrow, scheduled events and by appointment. The historical society also operates the Foster Sprague’s pipit, and Le Conte’s Nelson’s Sharptail County Museum, located at 2nd Street South and sparrow as you explore six different birding drives in the Prairie Pothole Region. The Annual Potholes 16th Avenue. Carrington will host the Foster County Fair June and Prairies Birding Festival is scheduled for June 22-24, which features a carnival midway, 4-H 8-12. Pipestem Creek Bed events, exhibits and enterand Birding near Cartainment. rington also offers tours, Crossroads Golf Course birding, lodging and wedjust north of the city on dings. Take part in rare Hwy. 281 offers 18 holes of bird sitings, tour the prichallenging grass greens, vate gardens and historic driving range, and clubbuildings, and experience house with meeting room, life on a rural small grains kitchen and bar. It features farm. 6,847 yards of golf from Dakota Sun Gardens, the longest tees for a par Enjoy the annual 4th of July Parade at 5 pm located northeast of the of 72. The golf club city, is home to beaureceived the Golf Digest Four Star Award for nine consecutive years and has also been voted as one tiful gardens, a vineyard and winery. The tasting of the top 450 courses in the country by the same room and gift shop offer Dakota Sun Gardens own wines and other gift items. Group tours and tastpublication. A 5-mile recreational trail for walking, jogging, ings, weddings and other special events are hosted bike riding and cross country skiing connects the each year. golf course to the Carrington Area Park within the Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge is located 15 miles southeast of Carrington, featuring nearly city. The Carrington Area Park located along Hwy. 16,000 acres of lakes, marshes, prairie grasslands, 281 has a swimming pool, picnic shelters, disc golf, wooded coulees, cultivated fields, and shelterbelt tennis and basketball courts, horseshoes, and play- plantings. Drive 25 miles west of Carrington, and you’ll ground equipment. Look southwest of town as the crow flies, and find Lake Juanita, a man-made lake where many “The Hawk’s Nest” will no doubt catch your eye. residents and visitors go boating, water skiing, and The area, which stands some 300 feet above the fishing. surrounding prairie is owned by the Carrington Ki-

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A host of tournaments are held each summer. The newer clubhouse/restuarant is open to the public. For more information call the Golf Club at 947-2385.

Visitors to New Rockford this summer will find lots to do. Within the parks in our community, you can enjoy tennis, basketball, camping, 4th of July Celebration picnicking, fishing, baseball, softball, or disc golf. The Eddy County Museum on 1st Avenue North New Rockford-Sheyenne’s annual 4th of July is open every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 1-4 pm. Explore the historic Celebration, July 1-4, is always a fun filled event. church, depot and school featuring a wide variety This year alumni of New Rockford schools are of artifacts. Annual events for the museum include invited for an all-school reunion, with a whole Rhubarb Fest in June and an ice cream social in weekend of events planned. August. The schedule includes two golf tournaments, Watch the summer’s hottest new movie releasthe Big Cup and the Red Ball, es at the Rockford Theatre a street dance. The annual downtown. Showtime is 4th of July events include the 8:00 p.m. each Friday thru Firecracker 5K Run, parades Monday evening. Or get starting a 10am in New Rocklost in a book at the Eddy ford and 11:30 at Sheyenne, New Rockford Library, DPRCA live theater producwhich also offers wireless tion, and a fireworks display internet and public access at dusk. For a complete list of computers. events, go to www.cityofne A few miles to the north of New Rockford you wrockford.com. can enjoy a round of golf at New Rockford’s 9-hole Other Events grass green golf course. The Gazebo is a good place for activities. Aug 6: Chamber of ComThe course is open to the public for a modest greens fee. Cart rentals are also merce City-Wide Garage Sales, 8 am - 2 pm Aug. 9: Lifesavers in the Park fundraiser and available. Men’s night is every Thursday night and runs through the end of September. Ladies night community event hosted by the Community Ambulance Service, 5 - 7 pm. is on Tuesdays and starts the latter part of May.

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Steam Threshers hold annual event September 16,17, and 18, 2016, are the dates craft sale and show, kids pedal pull, afternoon set for the 58th Annual Central North Dakota parade, stationery engine displays, musical enSteam Threshers Reunion in New Rockford. The tertainment and Sunday morning church services. Tiffany Hall has been added to buildsteam show, dubbed the “Steam Enings in Pioneer Village, where gine Capital of North Dakota,” souvenirs are sold. continues to attract new Three popular events visitors each year and added in 2007 were provides a pleasant, the Prony Brake, unique reunion-type Washing Show, and atmosphere for show Blacksmithing. regulars who come Stop by the Cooper back year after year Building for varito participate and ous displays, or the reminisce with other Potter Pavilion for a steam show enthusirug loom demonstraasts. tion. The annual “Tractor Camping is available on Ride” will be held on Thursa first come, first served basis on day, September 15th at 9am and the grounds with water will go to Grace City. and electrical hookups Featured at this year’s See many rare piecces of old-time farm and shower house. The show will be “Allis Chalmmachinery at the Central North Dakota campground is available ers.” An antique tractor Steam Threshers Reunion. anytime during the sumpull will also be held. A full schedule of events is planned. As always, mer by contacting a CNDSTR director. For more there will be exhibits of sawing wood, threshing information on this year’s show, to register your and plowing with steam power from several of equipment or for information on becoming a the large steam engines present at the show, and member, Fred Allmaras 947-5631, Ardyce Snyder 947-2084, or Joan Heckaman 947-2106, email plowing with horses. Other popular activities include an Old Time oldengines@hotmail.com, or write CNDSTR, PO Dance and square dancing on Friday night, indoor Box 375, New Rockford, ND 58356.

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Old Church Theatre located on Central Ave. Church Basement Ladies tells the story of four distinct characters and their relationships as they Theatre...Way Off Broadway organize the food and solve the problems of a For big-city culture with rural Minnesota church about to small town charm, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s undergo changes in 1965. Funny no place like New Rockford. and down-to-earth, audiences will Located just 40 miles southrecognize these ladies as they witwest of Devils Lake, this ness the church year unfold from small cultural hub is home to below the house of God. the Dakota Prairie Regional Before the show, patrons are Center for the Arts. welcome to make reservations in The DPRCA began as the Garden Bistro (fittingly locata volunteer-led communied in the basement of the theatre!) ty summer theatre in the where a sumptuous turkey dinner 1990s and has since bewill be freshly prepared each day. come a well-rounded arts New theatre seating will be installed Godspell is an allegorical entertainment and education in the historic Old Church Theatre retelling of the life of Christ and center spanning four historic his journeys with the apostles. before the summer show opens! buildings in New Rockfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s It features many parables and downtown. psalms told through dialogue and fantastic musiThree of the buildings are adjacent structures cal numbers. The Garden Bistro will also be open in the former Nivens block on Central Avenue, and before this show, serving fresh bistro faire daily include the Upstage Gallery, black box theatre, and (salads, sandwiches, and drinks). dance studio. Also included is the Latte Lobby Also offered through the summer is the Dakota coffee shop and bistro serving a variety of salads, Spark program. Through workshops and hands-on wraps, and flatbreads daily from 11:00 am to 7:00 experience, kids can learn about, and apply, various pm. To place an order, call (701) 947-5679. art forms ranging from the visual arts (painting, The DPRCA continues its 2016 season with the photography) to the theatre (scene shop, live stage musical comedy Church Basement Ladies, show- production). ing Friday through Sunday, April 1st through May For a full season lineup and to make reserva1st, and the smash hit musical Godspell, showing tions, visit www.dprca.com, Facebook: Dakota Wednesday through Sunday, July 1st to August Prairie Regional Center for the Arts, or call (701) 7th. All performances will be held at the historic 947-2174.

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McHenry Loop… a glimpse of the past

About halfway between the cities of Devils Lake and Jamestown along Hwy. 20 is the community of McHenry. McHenry is the location of a railroad loop which is believed to be the last of its kind in North America. Located at the end of a Northern Pacific branchline, McHenry and the historic loop were constructed in 1899 and named for E.H. McHenry, the designer of the loop. Later, Northern Pacific sold all their land grants in Foster and Wells counties. Northern Pacific continued to own and operate

Last of its kind in North America, the McHenry Loop.

the rail lines until the early 1960s. Passenger service was discontinued in 1961 and in 1981, the freight service was discontinued when Burlington Northern decided to abandon the line between Binford and McHenry and removed all trackage between them. McHenry residents, realizing the historical significance of the loop, began a concentrated effort to save the landmark for future generations. In 1982, the M cHenry Loop Association was founded and its members dedicated to the preservation A good place for duck watching. of the loop. With the loop saved, the association set about to enhance it with other railroad items — 1982, a Whitcomb diesel switch engine; 1983, a Northern Pacific caboose, being pulled by the engine (the caboose is used to give rides around the loop), and a Russell snowplow (static exhibit); 1986, Loop placed on National Register of Historic Places. The McHenry Railroad Loop schedule is 1st and 3rd Sundays in June thru August; lst Sunday in September from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

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Maddock

Maddock is located on Hwy. 30, 20 miles south of Hwy. 2 or 20 miles north of Hwy. 15. The city has several beautiful parks and one of the best 9-hole sand green golf courses in North Dakota. Plus: basketball courts, baseball diamonds, volleyball courts, a swimming pool, bowling lanes, an internet cafe, state of the art business and technology center, and a multi-function community center. Throughout the year, the community also provides Devils Lake and area guiding and lodging services for the various fishing/ice fishing and hunting (geese, deer, wildlife) sportsmen. The residents and city officials of Maddock would like to extend an open invitation to come visit the peaceful, rural community of Maddock and experience small town hospitality at its finest. If your passion is outdoor recreation, the Maddock area is in the middle of the Central North American Flyway offering some of the best goose and duck hunting found. Each year millions of ducks and geese migrate through our area creating fantastic outings for the avid hunter. Devils Lake and Maddock are also in the heart of Lake Region which offers some of North Dakota’s finest fishing for anglers. Like the ducks and geese, sportsmen from around the nation migrate to our area each fall to experience not only our abundant hunting and fishing, but our outstanding hospitality and our fantastic way of life. Young or old, novice or pro, our area will prove to be more than just another trip, it will be an experience long remembered!

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Rural Renaissance Festival

Mark your calendar for this fall’s Rural Renaissance Festival in Maddock September 23-25. Over 30 some vendors plus many activities are planned. The festival has been very successful and adds new events each year. They will again have the bale maze, mutton busting, horse rides, pumpkin bowling, face painting, and the Firemen’s Chili Dinner on Friday. This year 32 Below will perform! The 10-acre corn maze should challenge your navigation skills, and don’t miss the vendor show and a host of other activities. For more info: www.maddocknd.com and click on links page.

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sides of the postal windows and old, ornate lock boxes. The Pioneer Daughters have a display including a woodcarving replica of the Minnie H steamboat and a complete old-time dental office. Hours: M-F: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Camp Grafton — Home of the North Dakota Lake Region Heritage Center — Located at Army National Guard, Camp Grafton consists of 416 6th St. NE, Devils Lake. This building is the about 2,000 acres of wooded land located on the south former official residence of the Ramsey Co. Sheriff. shores of Devils Lake adjacent to Hwys. 20 and 57. The 3-story red brick structure was constructed from It is believed the first 1909-1911 with hardwood encampment was held floors and maple woodin 1891. The original work. Fireplaces enhance stone warehouse is the two large parlors on still being used as an either side of the spacious office and through the foyer. Connecting the dinyears many fine pering room and kitchen is a manent structures have walk-through buffet-panbeen built. Guardsmen try. Furnishings are from from North Dakota pioneer days to recent and other states come decades in addition to a for summer and winter typical country store, rare training. complete dental office, Old Post Office typical one-room school, You may see a convoy while traveling though the an agricultural display and — The former Devils Lake Post Office Lake Region. laundry equipment. Hours: building located at 502 4th St. NE, Devils Lake, was Wed.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Open May 28-Labor Day. built in 1908 and features Greek Revival-style archiBike Path — The asphalt bike path originates at tecture. The outer structure is made of large blocks of Hwy. 20 and the Lakewood turnoff and goes west to limestone. All three level hallways have Terrazo floors the lake. (marble chip in concrete). The walls are white marble with green veining and woodwork is square-sawed oak and yellow pine. Visitors have free access to both St. Michael’s Mission — Established in 1874 by the Grey Nuns of Montreal, Canada, and joined in 1878 by the Benedictine Monks of St. Meinrad, Indiana. Skyline Drive — A high hill overlooking Devils Lake and providing one of the finest scenic views of the entire lake area that can be found anywhere. It is located just off Hwy. 57 about 4 mi. southwest of St. Michael.

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Buchli Bridge — Dedicated to Col. James Buchli with a plaque inscribed with “North Dakota’s First Astronaut, First Flight Jan. 1985, Space Shuttle Discovery.” The bridge connects North and South parks over the James River. Also check out the Archie and Jessie Campbell Memorial, honoring the works of two area pioneers. Eddy County Museum and Historical Society — Many items of interest have been preserved here including several old buildings of historical interest. Located on the west end of town across from the Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd.

Langdon City Park — 25 acres with swimming pool, playground equipment, volleyball and tennis courts. It also has picnic and rest shelters, trailer parking, rest rooms, showers and electrical outlets. Mt. Carmel Dam — Recreational area, complete with camping facilities, the area provides outdoor enthusiasts with facilities for swimming, boating, fishing and water sports.

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Lakota Library Museum — Located just off Main Street, Lakota, ND, you’ll find the old library converted to a museum. Next to the Library Museum is the first log cabin in the county. Stump Lake Park — Located 12 mi. south of Lakota; this recreation area provides plenty of activities including campgrounds, hiking, bike trails, playground, tennis, basketball, volleyball, horseshoes and plenty of weekend entertainment.

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Walhalla State Historical Park — In 1843 Norman Kittson, an American Fur Company agent, built a trading post. Kittson Trading Post is the oldest building in North Dakota and is preserved by the State Historical Society. A picnic area with shelter and hiking trails are located in the park. Gingras Historical Park — Antoine Gingras erected a trading post and general store northeast of Walhalla. These buildings have been restored by the State Historical Society. The site is open May through September. Patton’s “Isle of Memories” — Wilbur Patton, who died in 1976, spent his last years compiling his “Isle of Memories.” Mr. Patton restored the farm house, built in 1882, a township school and an original country church. These buildines contain the original furnishings from his childhood. For more information, call 701-886-7556 or 701-886-7665. Tetrault Woods State Forest — 1 mile south on Hwy. 32. 420 acres for hiking, picnicking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and canoeing during peak water levels. Open for public hunting and limited fishing during the season. Pembina River — Located in the northeast corner of North Dakota. North Dakota’s only real white water river. Canoeing May through June. The river originates near Boissevain, Manitoba, enters the U.S. northeast of Langdon, flows southeast to Walhalla and east until the Red River. The area between the border and Walhalla is part of the scenic Pembina Hills, one of the few wilderness areas left in the state.

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Join in on one of the many trail rides that take place during the year.

Pembina

Pembina State Museum and Interpretive Center and Travel Information Center — This 12,000 square foot facility is set up to take you step-by-step through the Cretaceous Period, Ice Age, The First Peoples, Fur Trade Settlement, U.S.-Canada Border, Transportation, Military History and Pembina today. The museum also features an elevator to take you to the observation deck 80 feet in the air to look around the country side. See where the Pembina River and the Red River meet. View the area where the first homestead was filed in North Dakota. Look north to the U.S.-Canada border. With so much to see, you’ll want to allow plenty of time to take it all in. The museum also features a wonderful gift shop featuring many different items or varying interests.

Jamestown

Frontier Village — Louis L’ Amour Street. An old west town reconstructed. World’s Largest Buffalo — Frontier Village. 26’ high, 46’ long, 60 ton concrete monument. Live Buffalo Herd — Next to Frontier Village. View year around. National Buffalo Museum — Frontier Village. Museum dedicated to the history of the American Bison. Facility is open year around with a gift shop on site. Fort Seward Interpretive Center — 605 10th Ave. NW. Est. in 1872 to protect the Northern Pacific Railroad workers. Fort Seward Wagon Train — A chance to travel for a week on an authentic western train. For more information write Fort Seward, Inc., Box 244, Jamestown, ND 58402, 701-252-6844. National Audubon Society — Edward M. Brigham III. Alkali Lake Sanctuary, 701252-3822. 500-acre natural prairie lake with a diversity of wildlife, excellent bird watching. Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge — Excellent upland bird hunting, major spring and fall waterfowl migration, self-guided auto tour, 701-285-3341. The Arts Center — 115 2nd St. SE, 701251-2496. Features monthly visual art exhibitions. Stutsman County Museum — 321 3rd Ave.

SE, 701-252-6741. A treasure of memorabilia reflecting the culture and life of the early pioneers. North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame — Civic Center, 212 3rd Ave. NE, 701-252-4835 or 252-3982. Showcase displaying North Dakota sports personalities.

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Icelandic State Park & Pioneer Heritage Center — The Heritage Center tells about the life and achievements of the first settlers with reference photographs and graphics specific to northeastern North Dakota. Cavalier Woods — A 33.8 acre tract donated to the Cavalier Park Board. It is on the ND Natural Areas Registry. A walking trail has been created in the thick woods. It is one of the oak woodland stands in the state. National North Country Trail — A 32-mile segment of this national cross-country trail passes through Lonetree Wildlife Management Area. Open to hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. Primitive campgrounds are available, including one with corrals. Soo Line Park — On display is a 1903 old-time 440 Soo Line steam locomotive, downtown Harvey.

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Angelic Nook — This refurbished, Victorian-decorated Seventh Day Advent Church in downtown Harvey is available for various functions such as wedding receptions, anniversaries, banquets and other parties for groups by reservation only. Located at 1007 Alder Avenue, Harvey. Amberland Foods — Home of Dakota Seasonings, manufacturing plant of jams, jellies, soups, dip mixes and more. Also visit their onsite gift shop which features an abundance of North Dakota made products. Located on N.D. Hwy. 52 West, Harvey.

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Devils Lake Parks and History Devils Lake State Parks consist of three recreation areas in north central North Dakota on Devils Lake, the state’s largest natural body of water. The park system includes Grahams Island State Park, Shelvers Grove State Recreation Area, and boat access at Black Tiger Bay State Recreation Area. The history of the region is largely a history of the lake, which had many names. The Sioux inhabitants called it “Mini-Wakon,” thought to mean “Spirit” or “Bad Water.” Influenced perhaps, by Indian legends of drowned warriors and massive waves, early explorers translated the phrase as “Bad Spirit.” The name later became Devils Lake. The first known white settler was the Scot trader and trapper,

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Capt. Duncan Graham, who arrived shortly after the War of 1812. In 1839, the US Government sent Joseph Nicollet and John Charles Fremont, “The Pathfinder,” to make topographical maps of the area. Fremont wrote in his journal, “Enchanted Waters is a beautiful sheet of water, the shores being broken into pleasing irregularity by promontories and little islands.” Nearby Fort Totten was established in 1867 to patrol the International Boundary, control liquor traffic, and protect settlers and residents of the Fort Totten Sioux Reservation. Immigrants, mostly of Irish and Scot descent, filtered into the region. Grahams Island, a triangular piece of land which became an island during high water, was permanently settled by the 1880s. Chief sources of island income were from wood and cattle. Other communities sprang up, including Danas Grove, now called Shelvers Grove. In 1882, the city of Creelsburgh, now Devils Lake, was founded by H.M. Creel. North Dakota water resources comprise an irreplaceable and valuable component in the state’s agricultural economy. To address this issue, in 1957 an impoundment was placed on the Missouri River, and in 1965 Congress authorized the Garrison Diversion Project. The project included plans to divert water to eastern North Dakota. Several prime recreational areas were identified, including those

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on Devils Lake. The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District, working with the Bureau of Reclamation, established two tri-county parks. The N.D. Parks & Recreation Department took over management of these areas in 1988. The area is known for its waterfowl, including snow and blue geese, ducks and grebes. Woodland birds unique to North Dakota settings are abundant, such as warblers, flycatchers and woodpeckers. Some of the wildlife found in the parks include red fox, raccoon, squirrels, whitetailed deer, coyote and beaver, as well as wild turkeys. Moose have also been spotted. The densely wooded park lands at Grahams Island, Shelvers Grove and Black Tiger Bay support bur oak, hackberry, green ash and trembling aspen. Bittersweet and woods rose bloom in abundance at Grahams Island. Grahams Island State Park is located ten miles west of the town of Devils Lake on Highway 19, then six miles south. Shelvers Grove State Rec-

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Bring your camper, the parks are very well maintained.

reation Area is three miles east of Devils Lake on Highway 2. Black Tiger Bay is located seven miles east of Devils Lake, five miles south, then three miles west. Modern camping, with electrical hookups and hot showers, can be found at both the 1,200 acre Grahams Island State Park and Shelvers Grove, a 20-acre lakeside recreation area. A limited number of camping sites may be reserved in advance at either area by calling the campsite reservation line, 1-800-807-4723. Campsites may be occupied for up to 14 days during any 30-day period. Plenty of tables and grills are located at Grahams Island. A group picnic shelter is available at the Sivert Thompson Activities Center at Grahams Island. Reservations for facilities should be made by calling the park office directly at 701-766-4015.

The Original Lake Region Guide Summer 2016 Page 28 Boat ramps are available at Grahams Island, sissippi west. Sixteen original structures, used Black Tiger Bay, and other locations shown on by the military from 1868 to 1890 remain. The the Devils Lake Area Map in the centerfold. fort was used as an Indian industrial boarding Black Tiger Bay is used exclusively as a boat school from 1891 to 1959. An interpretive center access area and has a parking area for boat trail- housed in the original commissary storehouse is open from mid-May through mid-September. ers. Bait shops are Sullys Hill is a nalocated at Grahams tional game preserve Island State Park featuring buffalo, elk, and Black Tiger deer and hundreds of Bay with other lobird species. A sevcations marked on en-mile driving trail the centerfold map. runs through the preFishing is the serve, and hiking and biggest attraction cross-country ski trails for visitors to DevDeer are everywhere in the park. are maintained for public ils Lake. Many professionals, like Tony Dean, Al Linder and others, use. Other area attractions include Native Amerhave fished the lake. Walleye, yellow perch, white bass and northern pike of all sizes are ican Crafts, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort, Golf, Downhill Skiing, Shopping, Restaurants, as well reeled in during the summer. Devils Lake is known throughout the Mid- as historic downtown Devils Lake. west for the number and size of fish caught during the winter months. Its fine ice fishing features jumbo, two pound yellow perch. Winter access to the lake can be found at Grahams Island, Black Tiger Bay, and other locations also shown on the map. Snowmobilers enjoy the nearby Lake Region Trail, a groomed and marked state snowmobile trail. There are many sights within a short drive from the park system. Fort Totten, a state historic site is considered the best preserved military fort in the trans-Mis-

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Devils Lake Chamber Walleye Tournament The biggest walleye The Devils Lake each day is worth Chamber Fish$500. The largest ing Tournament is pike each day pays much more than a $250, and the heavilong-running comest perch and white munity event. It bass award is $100 highlights the lake’s daily. bounty with speTournament Dicial cash awards for rector Johnnie Canthe largest walleye, dle, a professionnorthern pike, white al walleye angler, bass and perch daily. Championship win“A new concept Getting ready for a day of tournament fishing. ner and full-time in and around Devpromoter said, “I ils Lake last year was that the roadwork was enjoy being on the other side, making this event completed, paved and back to normal,” stated better for everyone by listening to the anglers tournament director Johnnie Candle. Rising water has created havoc and headlines as Devils and making the tough calls, when needed.” Lake, with no outlet, increased in size from He especially likes the fact that many teams 40,000 acres in 1992 to covering approximately are father-son or grandpa-granddaughter or husband-wife teams. To download the tour180,000 acres of North Dakota today. The Chamber tournament now in its 40th nament application, go to www.devilslakend. year will run Friday and Saturday, June 24-25. com or call 701-662-4903 to have one mailed The winners earn $5,000 guaranteed. Look for to your address. Devils Lake has one of the highest-tech some additional events with the tournament this year. Clark Williams has fished nearly every fish-cleaning stations in North America. It’s Chamber tournament, with third, fourth, fifth, located just south of Ed’s Bait Shop on Hwy 20 sixth, eighth and tenth place finishes. “My (south of the city of Devils Lake), and free to partners and I have done well, and we’ve also the public. The 20 x 32 building can handle 15 bombed,” he said, “I like the fact that every anglers at one time. It has two grinders, a sepyear I meet new people and make new friends. arate clean-up sink, regular and handicapped Yeah, there’s the competition and the need to bathrooms, is heated (A/C for summer), has put together a pattern, but it’s the camaraderie plenty of parking for trucks and trailers and I like.” With the great fishing and ability to is well-lit. Devils Lake ice and open-water fishing fish everywhere, he also expects more teams guides target perch, walleyes and pike. They to enter. The specifics of the tournament are two make every first-time angler feel like this is days of fishing, with Sunday, June 26, reserved home, and the thousands of anglers who return as a “blow day.” The possession limit is six year after year to fish with the same guides walleyes in the boat, with each team weighing know that’s the case. For Devils Lake guides, five walleyes. There is no upgrading (culling) winter ice conditions or the summer “bite,” activities, fish-cleaning station (open all year), in this tournament. The tournament will be on a first-come, lodging, resorts and restaurants, check www. first-served basis, taking the first 150 teams. devilslakend.com, or call 701-662-4903. Devils Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau Make sure to turn in your application by March 31, 2016, for your chance to win your tournament application fee back. Five winners will be selected. The five winning teams will receive tournament shirts from early bird sponsors. The entry fee is $275, which includes a banquet. All ages are welcome; one team member must be at least 18 years old. Artificial and live bait are permitted. Boats must be washed, cleaned, dried and inspected for aquatic nuisance species prior to launching before tournament pre-fishing. Tournament fishermen work the rocky shorelines.

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Nearby Attractions: Golf Course :: Pembina Gorge :: Pembina County Historical Museum :: Gingras Historical Site :: Patton’s Isle of Turtle River State Park— Memories :: State Snowmobile Trail :: Frostfire 22 miles west of Grand Forks on Hwy. 2. Situated on the meandering Turtle River, this Mountain Ski Resort. For more information: park is located in a beautiful wooded valley. The 13571 Hwy. 5, Cavalier, ND 58220, phone 701park, constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian 265-4561. Devils Lake State Conservation Corps, Parks offers year-round recDevils Lake State reational activities. Parks provide a wealth Rustic picnic shelters, of recreational opporshaded by large detunities for fishing, ciduous trees, provide boating and camping. the setting for relaxing Called “Enchanted afternoon picnics. Waters” by the Fre 784 acres :: mont Expedition of the Modern and Primitive 1830s, Devils Lake is Camping :: Comfort one of North Dakota’s Station :: Campsite most scenic regions. Reservations :: SewThe sprawling lake age Dump Station :: with its hidden bays Hiking, Biking, Snowis the largest natural mobiling and Groomed body of water in the Cross-Country Ski state. Anglers will Trails :: Paved Nature find walleye, northern Trail :: Amphitheatre pike, perch and white :: Horse Rentals :: bass. The surrounding Sledding Area :: Playhills, heavily wooded ground :: Group Cabins with oak, ash, elm and (capacity 72 people) aspen, are populated :: Warming House :: Working overtime to catch a big one... with deer, wild turkey Kitchen and Dining and small game. The Hall :: Camp Stove. Nearby Attractions: Golf Course :: Fishing 1,187-acre park system, which is the key recreLake :: University of North Dakota :: Grand Forks ational development of the Garrison Diversion Project, includes three recreation areas on the Air Force Base. For more information, 3084 Park Ave., lake—Grahams Island State Park, Shelvers Grove State Recreation Area and boat access areas of Arvilla, ND 58214, phone 701-594-4445. Black Tiger Bay. Icelandic State Park— Nearby Attractions: Fort Totten State Historic 5 miles west of Cavalier on -Hwy. 5. Icelandic State Park offers the visitor a wide array of recre- Site - Sullys Hill National Game Preserve - Camp ational and interpretive opportunities. Located on Grafton - Skyline Skiway. Black Tiger Bay State Recreation Area— the north shore of Lake Renwick, boating, swim18 miles southeast of Devils Lake. ming and fishing for northern pike and other game Black Tiger Bay has opened up one of the fish are popular activities. Lakefront picnic areas enable the visitor to enjoy a relaxing afternoon best fishing areas on Devils Lake. A boat ramp in the shade of old oak trees. Within the park are and parking area have been provided for users. the Pioneer Heritage Center and restored historic Twenty-three Acres :: Boat Ramp :: Parking :: buildings, which provide a glimpse of North Da- Fishing :: Boating For more information on all three areas, kota’s homesteading heritage. Also found here is the Gunlogson Homestead and Nature Pre-serve. phone 701-766-4015. Grahams Island State Park— This early homestead preserves the state’s pioNamed after the first known white settler in neer spirit, while the 200-acre natural wooded area along the Tongue River is a sanctuary for the area, Captain Duncan Graham, this state park plants, birds and wildlife. The Wildwood Trail, a is the largest recreation area in the Devils Lake National Recreation Trail, winds through the pre- Park’s system. The park offers modern and tent serve and provides an enjoyable educational tour. camping facilities, as well as a fully-equipped 912 acres :: Modern and Primitive Camping marina for boating, fishing and other water sports. 1,122 Acres :: Modern and Primitive Camp:: Comfort Station :: Campsite Reservation :: Sewage Dump Station :: Swim Beach :: Boat ing :: Comfort Station :: Campsite Reservations Ramp :: Hiking and Groomed Snowmobiling :: Sewage Dump Station :: Boat Ramp :: Fish and Cross-Country Ski Trails :: Seasonal Natu- Cleaning Station :: Camp Store :: Playground :: ralist :: Playground :: Picnicking - Amphitheatre Hiking Trails :: Group Picnic Shelters :: Sivert :: Interpretive Center and Historic Buildings. Thompson Activities Center.

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North Dakota’s Fort Totten State Historic Site.

Fort Totten - yesterday and today

Known as one of the best preserved military bands of Sioux on the Fort Totten Reservation beforts in the Trans-Mississippi west, visitors to gan in 1874 when the first school was established Fort Totten State Historic Site experience sixteen by Gray Nuns of Montreal, Canada. original buildings of this frontier era post that In 1891, the Bureau of Indian Affairs opened have survived the rigors of time and temperature. a boarding school at the Fort Totten post and for As objects of an outdoor museum, these buildings the following 45 years, students from reservations boldly preserve a glimpse into the reality of an 1868 throughout the Northern Plains were provided a outpost in Dakota Territory. literary and practical education. The Fort served as a military post from 1867 Fort Totten Community School — The 1890, an Indian industrial fourth era in Fort Totten’s school from 1891-1935, a history saw the site used as tuberculosis preventorium a grade and high school for from 1935-1939, and a the surrounding community. community school from With staff provided by 1940-1959. Each of these the Bureau of Indian Affairs, time periods adds a unique the school emphasized manaspect to the site. ual and academic training. Military Fort — Its athletic teams were highMilitary units under the ly respected in the Devils command of General AlLake region and many of fred A. Terry began conthe students became civic struction of Fort Totten on leaders. July 19,1867. The school closed in Soldiers stationed 1959 after a new facility was Check out the ways of the pioneers at at the isolated post had a constructed immediately Fort Totten. less-than-glamorous exiseast of the fort. That school tence. Routine patrols, daily drill and housekeeping was replaced in 1983 by the Four Winds School and few diversions contributed to boredom, a high located about one mile west of the historic site. rate of alcoholism and frequent desertions. When Site Hours — Fort Totten State Historic the opportunity for military action came, it had Site will be open this season from May through tragic consequences. Units of the 7th Cavalry from September. The site is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fort Totten were among those called to serve in the each day (subject to road conditions). The visitor 1876 Sioux Campaign that led to the demise of Lt. center located at the site, as well as the Pioneer Col. George Armstrong Custer and his units at the Daughters Museum, will be open from 8 a.m.-5 Little Big Horn River. Such campaigns, however, p.m. A fee is charged. were the exception, not the rule. Fort Totten State Historical Site — The Established by men of the 31st U.S. In- foundation and the state Historical Society have fantry, Fort Totten was home to various oth- received over $700,000.00 in grants and matching er military units including the 22nd, 20th, funds to restore one to the Captain’s and 1st Lieu17th and 5th infantries. Units of the 7th Cav- tenant’s quarters/employee’s quarters and dining alry served at the fort from 1873 to 1987. area. These monies did not include the furnishing Fort Totten was decommissioned in 1890. and other items displayed in the Inn. The Historic The remaining military units were transferred to Inn was officially opened during the dedication Fort Abraham Lincoln and on Jan. 5, 1891, the Ceremony on June 2, 2002. Reservations can be post became the property of the Bureau of Indian made by calling 701-766-4874 or by logging onto Affairs. the Inn’s web page at www. tottentrailinn.com. Indian Industrial School — Educational For more information about the site, please efforts among the Wahpeton, Sisseton and Cuthead call 701-766-4441.

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Fort Totten Days

The annual Pow-Wow of the Spirit Lake Nation tribe, one of the biggest activities of the Northern Plains region, is scheduled to take place at the Fort Totten Community Pow-wow Grounds during the last weekend in July… July 29-31.

Heritage Center

The Region Heritage Center was formed with 614 charter members in early 1974 with the specific intent to save the old Ramsey County Sheriff’s residence located at 416 6th Street NE, Devils Lake. The jail portion of the original structure was inspected and found too deteriorated for preservation, so it was removed, while the house itself was repaired and furnished. History repeated itself somewhat in 1977 when the old Post Office, erected in the 1908-1910 period, at a cost of well over $100,000, was scheduled for demolition by the United States Postal Service. Both buildings are now on the National Register of Historic Places. You are invited to view these historical buildings.

Annual Pow-Wow is very colorful!

Fort Totten Little Theatre auditorium is located in one of the original military barracks, which was converted to the main classroom building when the Native American boarding school was established. Information about the play and ticket reservations may be obtained by contacting the Little Theatre desk at 701-662-8888 starting June 15th. Tickets are only available at the theater box office in the Liquid Bean Coffee Shop, downtown Devils Lake or by calling 701-662-8888.

Little Theatre Performance

The Fort Totten Little Theatre has regular performances July 1 through July 31 (See Calendar), on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinee performances at 2:00 p.m. This year’s performance is “Shrek.”

Productions held at Calvary Square

54th Annual Musical Production

JULY 2016 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

“Shrek”

Shrek 10

Ticket Box Office Opens

Shrek

June 22nd

Downtown, Devils Lake or call on or after June 22: 701-662-8888 or write: PO Box 444 Devils Lake, ND 58301

SATURDAY

July 1

16 performances - 7:30 pm Except Sunday: 2:00 pm Matinee

Liquid Bean Coffee Shop

FRIDAY

Shrek 24

Shrek 25

Shrek Shrek 31

Shrek

Shrek 14

Shrek 21

Shrek 22

Shrek Shrek

Shrek 29

Shrek

Performances Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays Starts Wednesday, July 6, last performance Sunday, July 31, at 2:00 pm

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Harvey... A Great Place on the Great Plains Conveniently located at the junction of U.S. Highway 52 and N.D. Highway 3, Harvey has everything to offer in one’s search for summertime fun. Visitors to the Harvey area will find lots to do within its city limits. For starters one could try out the 9-hole golf course on the north side of Harvey. The Harvey Country Club hosts golf and golf tournaments throughout the Spring, Summer and Enjoy the beach. Fall. From there one could experience the joys of water skiing or fishing on the

Dock your boat.

Sheyenne River south of Harvey. If you are a softball enthusiast, visit Harvey’s softball complex on the north side of town or enter one of the two annual softball tournaments Harvey hosts during the summer. Harvey has many great parks to visit and enjoy. The West Side Camper park has 17 camper/RV pads with electricity, access to water, bathrooms and shower facilities, The Veteran’s Memorial Park - has playground, tennis court. Centennial Park - has walking paths. Pioneer Park encompasses an outdoor swimming pool, which is open all summer long, picnic shelters, playground equipment. Soo Line/Memorial Park - Veterans memorial and Old Time Soo Line locomotive

Lemer’s True Value “Your Total Hardware Store” We carry a full line of paints and stains.

See us for all your Fishing & Hunting Supplies!

For project ideas, go to www.truevalue.com

110 East 10th Street Harvey, North Dakota

701-324-2319

The Original Lake Region Guide Summer 2016 Page 35 country. Recreational 440, and picnic area. opportunities are abunWe have a home dant in Harvey. It has town movie theatre one of the finest softball/ that you can view baseball complexes in digital movies and the state. a bowling alley to Babe Ruth, Amerienjoy, also enjoy golfcan Legion, Teeball, and ing at the golf course adult leagues are held close to the city. each year in the northeast The fishing in corner of town. Harvey is excellent Come and enjoy the during both the sumGolf course with country styling. city of Harvey. For further mer and the winter. Northern pike, walleye, and perch are found in the information on Harvey, please call 701-324-2490, waters of the Sheyenne River at the south edge of email us at harveyJDA@harveynd.com, or visit us town. Schroeder Memorial Park, is equipped with on the web at www.harveynd.com. Are you in the mood to get back to nature? Come two new boat docks, handicapped accessi- and see what the Lonetree Wildlife Management ble fishing pier, picnic Area has to offer... tables, toilets, fireplaces, beach, volleyball courts, swimming and boating facilities, serves residents as well as visitors and is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. If you prefer hunting waterfowl, the Central Waterfowl Flyway runs through North Central North Dakota and offers some of the finest goose and duck hunting in the Soo Line/Memorial Park.

700 Lincoln Ave. • Harvey, ND 701-324-2285

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ATMs Located at: SuperValu • Artos • Eagles Club • Tastee Freez • Bank Drive-Up • KB’s Bar - Anamoose

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Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

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Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon

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Enjoy your stay and our recreational opportunities in the Harvey area!

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North CounLonetree skirts try Trail (Hiking the Missouri Coteau, or Nature Trail) is and encompasses the one of the longest headwaters of the continuous hiking Sheyenne River. Praitrails throughout rie potholes, seasonal the United States wetlands and tall/midconsisting of 4,195 grass prairie dominate miles that links the the many acres within states of New York, the WMA. Accessible Pennsylvania, Ohio, for the widest range of M i c h i g a n , Wi s public use, Lonetree consin, Minnesota is a wildlife viewers and North Dakota. dream. Visitors can This trail threads its enjoy the auto tour Agriculture plays a big role in the enviroment. way across our landwhich is over 31 miles scape linking one to long. Lonetree has been restored to native grasses, wildflowers and to the scenic, natural, recreational, historic and dense nesting cover for upland nesting birds cultural areas of such as ducks and geese. With native grasses our state. Come resistant to drought and erosion, the dense nesting experience the cover-here, mostly clover, grass and alfalfa-hide true meaning of nests and newly hatched broods from foxes and North Dakota. It is a true hiking flying predators like hawks. Birdwatching - All birdwatchers and en- experience for thusiasts will have the opportunity to see several everyone, from hundreds of species of birds which make a home the beginners to here in North Dakota. There are over 3,000 acres the advanced. of land that have been developed by the North Da- More informakota Game and Fish Department to help preserve tion can also be several endangered species. For more information had by calling please call (701) 324-2211. 701-324-2211. Lots of wildlife viewing.

Harvey... A Great Place in the Great Plains! Come and enjoy our parks… Veteran’s Memorial Park - Centennial Park, Pioneer Park, Soo Line/Memorial Park and Schroeder Memorial Park. Golf at the Harvey Golf course Experience the outdoor swimming pool, RV parks, fishing and boating. Lonetree Wildlife Management Area… enjoy walking, bird watching, fishing and hunting with over 30,000 acres, a few miles south of Harvey For more information… please call 701-324-2490, email us at HarveyJDA@harveynd.com, or visit us on the web at www.harveynd.com

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Fessenden - Wells County Fair

Fessenden is located on the intersection of Hwy. sale on Friday; 5K Race, 4-H horse show, parade, 15 and Hwy. 52. It is the county seat of Wells Coun- Pedal Tractor Pull, the Fabulous Rhubarb Fest, ty, one of the most productive agricultural counties Chariot & Chuckwagon races on Saturday; Racing in North Dakota and the Upper Midwest, and leads pigs Saturday & Sunday; and a Gospel Hour and the state in the production of pinto beans. It has one Demolition Derby on Sunday. of the largest locally-owned elevators in North Each day fairgoers can take Dakota, the Fessenden Cooperative in the carnival, free stage Association. ent ertainment featuring F e s s e n d e n has a beautiful local and regional talpark and camp grounds with ent, vendors, 4-H, a swimm ing pool, baseball F FA & O p e n diamond, volleyball and Class livestock horseshoe pits. and static exThere are great hibits on displaces to eat, great play, Wells shopping and good County mu people to visit. It seum, Fair has one of the betmemorabilia ter maintained golf display, chilcourses in the state. dren’s activThe main attracity center, kid tion in Fessenden this events, pony summer is the Wells rides and more. County Fair June 23-26. The Wells County There is free gate admission Fair should be exciting onto the grounds, though parking with plenty of things to do for is extra. the whole family and four days of Activities scheduled this year innon-stop action. Plan to make a visit clude a Bull-A-Rama on Thursday; Be sure to attend the to Fessenden and the Wells County Bull-A-Rama. Mini Monster Trucks, 4-H & FFA Fair this summer! livestock shows and livestock premium

ARTOS SUPPER CLUB & LOUNGE

Graphic Design Studio

Hwys. 3 & 52, Harvey, ND 58341

701-324-2693

OPEN Monday - Saturday 5:00 pm to 1:00 am Happy Hour: Monday - Friday: 6:00 to 7:00 pm

CATERING - BAR MENU ON & OFF SALE

Fine Food & Wine Steak & Seafood

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Specializing in

Brochures & Specialty Publications

• photography • ads • posters • business cards …and all the other things that excite the senses.

Select from a full menu Friday & Saturday Night Special

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Be an energy star When it’s time to buy a new fridge, stove, or even a new computer, look for the EnErgy Star label. When you invest in EnErgy Star-qualified appliances you can save energy costs while helping to save natural resources. Learn more about EnErgy Star at ConservingElectricity.com or call Otter tail Power Company’s Idea Center at 800-493-3299.

CANDO CMC RV Park Rates: $20 Daily $90 Weekly Located on the east end of Cando along Hwy. 17

$300 Per Month $1,500 Six Months

Call us to reserve your space! (701) 968-4240 or (701) 351-0972

Collision Work is our Specialty • Foreign & domestic • Body work • Custom color matching • Windshield replacement • Insurance claims efficiently handled

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Kellys Slough National Wildlife Refuge

Kellys Slough NWR is considered an excellent In 1936, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established Kellys Slough NWR “as a refuge and breeding area to view migratory and breeding waterbirds. Twelve species of ducks have been found ground for migratory birds and other wildlife.” nesting on the refuge. Giant Canada Since the 1960s, the U.S. Fish and geese and a variety of shorebirds are Wildlife Service (Service) has been also common on Kellys Slough purchasing lands around the origNWR and surrounding lands. A inal refuge with Federal Duck 3-year study initiated in 2000 Stamp money and developing documented an average annual these into waterfowl producpopulation of almost 36,000 tion areas (WPA). In 1991, shorebirds representing 22 the Service, with the help species. The refuge staff of Ducks Unlimited, began manage eight wetland manconstructing several dikes agement pools, comprising and water control structures 936 acres on the refuge with funding from two North and adjacent WPAs. The American Waterfowl Manremaining uplands are preagement Plan grants. Recent dominately grasslands. and future land purchases are Kellys Slough NWR covaimed at acquiring land needed ers portions of Blooming, to develop more managed pools Lakeville and Rye townships of on the Refuge. Grand Forks County. The main Kellys Slough National Wildparking area is 8 miles west and life Refuge (NWR) was established 3 miles north of Grand Forks, North to develop and manage a system of Dakota. Signs on U.S. Highway 2 direct wetlands and grasslands that is unique to the Red River Valley. The refuge supports Pelican gathering. visitors to the refuge, where there is a a diversity of wetland and grassland wildlife, while parking area, an elevated viewing platform, several providing for wildlife-dependent recreation, interpre- informational signs, and two walking trails. For more information, call 701-662-8611, e-mail tation, and education. Kellys Slough NWR is located in the heart of the Red River Valley. The refuge con- devilslake@fws.gov or visit their website at http:// tains an intermittent stream that flows into the Turtle fws.gov/refuge/kellys_slough. Refuge headquarters are located at 221 2nd St. West, Devils Lake, ND. River, a tributary of the Red River.

“A Great Place to Eat... A Great Place to Meet.”

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Cando

The Cando and surrounding Towner County area have a variety of sports and recreation opportunities that are attractive for visitors and tourists alike. Cando, “Duck Capital of North Dakota” is centrally located in the Prairie Pothole Regions of the state. For more than a century, the Towner County area has been a mecca of waterfowl hunting with its natural sloughs and lakes, such as Snyder Lake, Lake Alice, Hurricane Lake and Lake Irwin, with the addition in later years of the man-made reservoirs at Bisbee and Armourdale. A special Duck Daze raffle will be held during the duck opening season called Duck Daze. For more info, call Annette at 701-968-3331. Cando’s location makes it an excellent center for outdoor activities, such as first class fishing, big game and waterfowl hunting, as well as bird watching and nature photography. Lake Irvine is producing pike, especially through the ice. Armourdale Dam -- 9 miles east, 1 1/2 miles north of Rolla. Pike, walleye, perch. Bisbee Dam - Big Coulee -- 1 miles east of Bisbee. Pike, walleye, perch. Fishing Pier. Lake Irvine - 1 mile north of Churchs Ferry. Pike, no ramp. The Lake Region Birding Trail connects public Shane Pederson lands within the Owner Devils Lake Basin, including NikoStop in and pick up your: • Lunch Meat or laisen Waterfowl Hamburger Patties Production Area • Custom Slaughter and Lake Alice & Processing National Wildlife Refuge in Towner 425 8th Ave. • Cando County. Originally es(701) 968-3183 tablished in 1935

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Cando

Lumber 518 5th Ave. • Cando, ND 58324

701-968-3210 1-866-968-3210 as a sanctuary for migratory birds, the 11,500-acre Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge serves as a major waterfowl concentration point during spring and fall migrations, as well as a significant breeding area for wetland wildlife. Tens of thousands of snow geese, Canada geese, sandhill cranes and ducks use the lake and surrounding lands each year. Lake Alice supports a large colony of Franklin gulls that can be viewed throughout the spring and summer feeding on abundant insects produced in the shallow wetlands. Other colonial nesting birds include rookeries of blackcrowned herons, snowy and cattle egrets, and western and eared grebes. Marsh wrens, Virginia and sora rails, coots, bitterns, and great blue herons are found in the dense stands of bulrush, cattails and phragmites. Thousands of mallards, pintails, blue-winged teal, gadwall, and shoverloers nest on the refuge and resident game birds including Hungarian partridge, ring-necked pheasants and sharp-tailed grouse are benefitted by the grasslands. A mosaic of trees and shrubs provide another habitat for a variety of warblers, woodpeckers and other songbirds. The diversity of habitat provide for numerous white-tailed deer, an occasional moose, and numerous small mammals like red fox, coyotes, raccoons and muskrats. The area is home to all the waterfowl species

GIBBENS

VETERINARY SERVICE

Judith L. Gibbens, D.V.M. PO Box 306 • Cando, ND 58324

Phone: (701) 968-3431

“Quality Care with a Personal Touch” 24-Hour Emergency Care

Cando Clinic: Hours: Mon. thru Fri. - 8am to 5pm Hwy. 281 North, Cando, ND 701-968-2541 • tcmedcenter.org

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416 Main Street 418 Main St. Cando, 58324 Cando, ND ND 58324

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Land Auctions Land Management Land Valuations Real Estate Sales Gains Evaluations Exchanges Closings

Amy Nikolaisen

Amy Nikolaisen Auctioneer, Auctioneer, RealtorBroker 701.303.0392 701-303-0392

(701) 968-3331

415 Main Street • Cando, ND 58324 found in the Pothole Region. Mallards, gadwall and blue-winged teal are the most abundant ducks, with several other species of diving and dabbling ducks common in the area. Giant Canada geese have been reintroduced and are abundant. Spectacular concentrations of waterfowl can be found each spring and fall. Most notable are the large flocks of snow geese. Nikolaisen WPA (7 miles N of Cando on US Hwy 281) has a parking area, vault toilet and small overlook. Migrating and breeding waterfowl, shorebirds, wetland birds and upland nesting birds can all be observed, with spring migration, early breeding season and fall waterfowl migration the best time to view. Cando offers a 3,000-yard, grass-green, watered fairway golf course with a driving range and a modern clubhouse, cart rentals and storage with an adjoining campground. Cando also offers a modern swimming pool, two tennis courts, outdoor volleyball and basketball courts, two playground areas, a horseshoe court, a sheltered tree-filled park with three picnic shelters with new barbeque pits, all in the Cando City Park. The campground is located on the northeast edge of Cando. An indoor All-Seasons Arena provides ice skating activities with the community providing a wide range of hockey activities for young and old alike. The facility is also used for summer indoor activities. Whether your idea of fun is playing nine holes on our beautiful golf course or attending a musical production at the Audi Theatre, Cando definitely has

CANDO FARMERS GRAIN & OIL

CONVENIENCE STORE

HWY 17 & 281 • 101 9th St • CANDO, ND

701-968-4320 • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK PROPANE FILL- TANK STATION GAS • FUEL • OIL • HUNTING SUPPLIES

something to satisfy everyone’s taste. Cando’s history is on display at the Pioneer Museum, located on 204 9th St. • Cando Main Street and 701-968-4302 at the one-room schoolhouse, located on the Towner County Courthouse grounds. The famous Dale & Martha Hawk Museum is located • Farm Tire Service just 30 miles west • General Mechanics of Cando. • Tire & Battery Sales Agriculture • Wrecker Service is the primary in• Brakes & Custom Exhaust dustry in Towner County. Cando also has several manufacturing facilities, which have added to the economic growth of the area. The Towner County Medical Center is one of the area’s largest employers. Make sure to attend the Prairie Arts & Quilt Show during Threshing Days at the Dale & Martha Hawk Museum June 10-12. The show features horses, tractors and villages. Also, the Fall Festival will be held September 24 and 25. Make sure to mark your calendars for this exciting event. For more information: www.candond.com

D & R Tire & Repair

GIBBENS LAW OFFICE ATTORNEYS AT LAW

416 Main Street Cando, ND 58324

Crop / Hail Insurance Home Auto RV Health Life Long-Term Care Businessowners Farmowners Professional

6780 HWY 17 EAST PO BOX 708 CANDO, ND 58324

701-968-3342 Fax 701-968-4239

J. Bruce Gibbens bruce@gibbenslaw.com Michelle Kessler Nathan Gibbens michelle@gibbenslaw.com nathan@gibbenslaw.com

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Try your luck at the Spirit Lake Casino

Spirit Lake Casino & Resort is known within the state as one of the best entertainment venues to take in a show. Known for its Las Vegas style showroom atmosphere, the venue has seen the likes of many top name entertainers, such as Loretta Lynn, Oak Ridge Boys, Lily Tomlin, The Smothers Brothers, and Dolly Parton. The beautiful showroom has been renovated and seats 1,000, providing an up close and personal experience with the entertainer. In addition to the showroom, Spirit Lake Casino & Resort is truly a resort destination with a full service marina next door, offering the best boat access on the lake with hot deli items, live bait, indoor fish cleaning facility, free lake maps, guide service and grocery store open 7 am to 11 pm daily, to the RV Park and fully furnished log cabins available year round and RV campsites with electricity, water, sewer, and garbage pick-up. RV guests enjoy use of hotel amenities, including a four-story atrium pool area and separate children’s pool, whirlpool, steam room and game room. Also an RV bathhouse and laundry house for RV guests available 8am-10pm. If you want to get away but still have all the great amenities of a resort, Spirit Lake Casino is just the place. But if you prefer to relax in the comfort of our hotel we offer our spacious standard or poolside rooms, many offering scenic views of Devils Lake! Our hotel now offers FREE highspeed DSL wireless internet for your convenience while you relax in comfort you can pamper yourself with the luxury of your own private whirlpool or enjoy the view of scenic Devils Lake from your balcony. Each suite features a full range of wonderful amenities. The casino offers the widest variety in the state with

the latest games and technologies, making the gaming experience a notch above the rest. With over 730 slot machines all 100% ticket in/ticket out, this allows guests to move freely and conveniently between machines and no more waiting in long lines to cash in coin. We’ve even got a high stakes room if you’re feeling really lucky or try your hand at one of our Table Games, blackjack, poker or craps. Players Club members can now enjoy personal banker, the latest in technology that lets you play credits and reap cash rewards all without leaving your machine! Check out the VIEW Restaurant. It has the perfect combination of atmosphere, breath taking view and delicious food. The View is ideal for your intimate dinner, over-looking our marina and Devils Lake or to impress your party with your next special event. We have private meeting rooms available to rent for your lunch or dinner meetings.We can also help you host a successful company dinner or meeting. The Cedar Room and the Red Willow Room can accommodate groups of up to 200. You may combine the two for a larger room if need be. Call today for reservations and arrangements. Whatever your recreation, you can find it all on the shores of Devils Lake right here at the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort! www.spiritlakecasino.com

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Burgers • Chicken Strips • Wraps • Ice Cream

Get Your Grub at the Bird Dawg! 104 Central Avenue New Rockford

701-947-5781

Totten Trail Historic Inn e Uniqu& Bed ast f Break

Operated by Fort Totten State Historic Site Foundation

Located within the Fort Totten State Historic Site near Devils Lake, ND

A unique chance to experience the frontier past. Totten Trail Historic Inn, located at Fort Totten ND State Historic Site, now has bed and breakfast accommodations furnished in period style (1870-1910). Rooms are available with king, queen, full and twin sized beds in heated or air conditioned rooms. Totten Trail Historic Inn open year around. Fort Totten State Historic Site open for outdoor and indoor tours May 15th - September 15th, outdoor tours year-around.

• Bookings for special events, meeting and parties• Catering available • Group Discounts • State and Military discounts

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Devils Run: North America’s Hottest Car Show/Rod Run

The 24th Annual Devils Run Car Show & Rod Run will be held June 3, 4 & 5, 2016 in Devils Lake. The show is billed as “North America’s Hottest Car Show and Rod Run.” Each year the Devils Run becomes more and more popular and this year should be no exception. Again, 1,000 plus vehicles are expected and entertainment this year will be absolutely outstanding! Thursday, June 2 registration opens at the Chamber office and a Kick Off Rolling Thunder Dinner Cruise to Lakota put on by the Lakota Volunteer Fire Dept. The main events start on Friday and registration will be held at the Lake Region Chamber Office. All activities will be in Roosevelt Park, but make sure to check out the Muscle Car Show at the Spirit Lake Casino held from 11am to 4:00 pm. Among the events on Friday, you’ll find all day Rummage Sales, Flea Markets, Friday evening the Burnout, Muffler Rapping, Open Exhaust, Balance Beam and Flame Throwing competition with trophies. Saturday, the ever popular parade of cars begins with a pancake breakfast starting at 8am and line up of cars. There will also be a fly-in breakfast at the airport and plane display. At 9:45am the parade will begin followed by a show in the park, museum tours, a collector car auction at noon, swap meet, steak fry and SCCA auto cross racing. Corvette Rally will be at the Casino Friday afternoon and at the Elks Club on Saturday afternoon. There are also a Mustang Stampede at Pop’s and many other activities planned.

Sunday there will be a Show and Shine that starts off with a 8am-10am breakfast at Roosevelt Park. Pin Striping and Graphics, entertainment, “It’s a Women’s World Shopping Extravaganza,” awards and drawings. Plus a jukebox giveaway and a drawing for a Harley. Closing ceremonies at 3pm. NEW: There will be no entry fee for “Sunday Only” participants. Sunday only participants are invited to display their vehicles in the park but do not have any entry benefits. For more information on motels, campgrounds, and entry forms, contact Greater Dakota Classics, P. O. Box 314, Devils Lake, ND 58301, visit www.greaterdakotaclassics.com, or call Stan at 701-740-7340. For car auction consignments, email gem@min.midco.net or call 701-240-6771.

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Each year the parade of cars draw a large number of enthusiasts.

2016 events listing $10,000 Poker Run on Friday sponsored by the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort. Burnouts, Muffler Rapping and Balance Trailer will be at the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort on Friday. NASCAR Simulator & ¼ Mile Simulator sponsored by the Spirit Lake Casino & Resort (at the Casino Friday, in Roosevelt Park on Saturday). Robi’s Dyno will be setup at the Spirit Lake Casino on Friday and in Roosevelt Park on Saturday & Sunday. SCCA Autocross will be held in Ruger Park on Saturday. For more information contact Cletus at 701662-4071. An 80-car auction of collector cars will take place on Saturday. As always, expect 10 Free Meals when registered for North America’s Hottest Car Show/Rod Run AKA Devils Run. Live Entertainment Saturday & Sunday sponsored by Radio Works. Plus: Women’s World Extravaganza, FREE Dash plaques to the first 750 registered, City Wide Rummage Sale, buses will run from the park to the Spirit Lake Casino, Car Auction and Devils Lake shopping areas all day Saturday. A Tentative Schedule, motel info and entry forms are at www.greaterdakotaclassics.com. Dorm rooms are available at the College and self-contained camping will be available. Be there or be square!! C.U. SOON!

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sites in the Devils Lake basin (Lake Irvine, Devils Lake and Stump Lake) in North Dakota. All sites have a boat ramp, courtesy dock and restrooms unless otherwise noted. For updated access information, check the North Dakota Game and Fish Departments website (gf.nd.gov) or contact the appropriate managing authority noted at the end of each listing. 1. Round Lake Bay - 3 miles south of Minnewaukan on U.S. Highway 281. Paved access road, trash receptacles - Minnewaukan Community Club. 2. Pelican Lake Bay - 15 miles west of Devils Lake on ND Highway 19. Paved access road, no restrooms, trash receptacles - Devils Lake Access Committee. 3. Grahams Island State Park - 10 miles west of Devils Lake on ND Highway 19, then 6 miles south. Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, picnic shelter, trash receptacles, concessions, lodging, access fee, telephone, RV dump station North Dakota Parks and Recreation. 4. Schwab Landing - 7 miles west of Devils Lake on ND Highway 19. Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, picnic shelter, trash receptacles, concession - Devils Lake Access Committee. 5. Henegar Landing - 1 mile west of Devils Lake on ND Highway 19, then 3/4 miles south. Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, security lights, trash re-

ceptacles - City of Devils Lake. 6. Creel Bay - 3 miles shouth of Devils Lake on ND Highway 20, then 2 miles west and .25 miles north. Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, picnic shelter, trash receptacles - Devils Lake Access Committee. 7. Spirit Lake Casino - 6 miles south of Devils Lake on ND Highway 20/57. Paved access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, trash receptacles, concession, lodging, boat rental, telephone, RV dump station Spirit Lake Casino. 8. East Bay 3 miles south of Devils Lake on ND Highway 20. Paved access road, security lights, trash receptacles - Devils Lake Access Committee. 9. Estenson Landing (Black Tiger Bay) - 15 miles south of Devils Lake on ND Highway 20. Paved access road, no restrooms - Devils Lake Access Committee. 10. Tolna Landing (Stump Lake) - 3 miles north of Tolna. Gravel access road, dock, no restrooms - Tolna Community Club. 11. Stump Lake Park - 11 miles south, 1 mile west of Lakota. Gravel access road, fish cleaning facility, developed and primitive camping, security lights, picnig shelter, trash receptacles, concession, lodging, RV dump station - Nelson County Park Board.

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Dale & Martha Hawk Museum And Campgrounds

One can almost hear the past come alive when you enter the museum grounds. The Museum is located on 40 acres, housed in 16 buildings. The museum consists of one of a kind vehicles, tractors, machinery, and articles of prairie life in North Dakota. The 1912 Hackney Auto Plow, the last one running, is looking like new. The tours start in the Main Museum Building, 60’x300’ and housing machinery, carriages, home items, etc. Then head to the Potratz Building, which is 80’x250’ and houses tractors & cars. Next visit the tractor shed, 60’x250, full of steamers, threshers, tractors and more. Other buildings on the site including the original Hawk home, as it was, the Blacksmith Shop, Nanson one- room school, and the Home of Yore (in the First Wolford school). The Presbyterian Church from Wolford is filled with vintage clocks.

Make sure to stop at Henry Johnson General Store from Nanson, which includes the Nanson’s U.S. Post Office, a cream testing station and meat market. The Store shows its importance in the lives of the early pioneers. There they could get the mail, sell their cream and eggs and purchase anything from shoes to food. Marker Lutheran Church from Rural Barton, Mylo’s Community Hall, a Doll House with hundreds of dolls, law office and a cook car round out the collection. On the second weekend of June, the Musem hosts “The Annual Antique Farm Show.” The show includes a daily Parade of hundreds of tractors, steam engines and antique equipment. There are steam threshing, saw milling, planing, and shingle making demonstrations. Browse the Flea Market and enjoy ice cream, and fresh Doughnuts from an old machine. Live music all day, great food and much more.

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Minnewaukan

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Minnewaukan is the western headquarters for the entrance to Devils Lake and the Lake Region area. Access to fishing on the lake has been improving with additional boat launching facilities, fish cleaning, camping, bait, groceries, gas and any supplies you need, this is the place to stop. Minnewaukan is located on Highway 281 just 15 miles south of Highway 2. The Flats, and Pelican Lake area of water close to Minnewaukan, is known for exceptionally large walleyes. North of Minnewaukan, along Hwy. 19, is great shore fishing especially for Northern Pike and Walleye. Limits of Northerns and Walleye are great in early spring and summer. Be sure to check out Minnewaukan for your year-around travels and try JJ’s Bait Shop for guiding and fishing information. For more information call 70l-473-5440. The area has outstanding goose and duck hunting with easy access to hunting areas. Fall fishing is also tremendous and the Minnewaukan Flats area has produced some of the best and biggest walleye caught in the Midwest.

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An abundance of new water to explore Unlike reservoirs where structure Devils Lake is a remarkable fishis sometimes limited and siltation ery. Even those who fish it regularly has occured, Devils Lake is a true wonder how it could possibly get natural lake. As it has expanded it any better. has covered a variety of terrain, nat Walleyes abound in Devils Lake. ural and man-made. Those irreguSo too do northern pike, white larities are often fish magnets. bass, and perch. Multiple year Flooded vegetation attracts forclasses of each species are present. age fish and gamefish, and there Forage is abundant. It is a perfect is an abundance of newly floodenvironment for fish and fishered land surrounding Devils Lake. men and a marvelous destination Fishermen find success fishing for both serious and recreational the outside edge of weedlines too, anglers. sometimes even over the top of Lakes that formerly stood alone, over the top of submerged weeds. Pelican Lake, Dry Lake and Stump Anything that looks a bit different Lake, are now all part of a much on Devils Lake is likely to produce larger Devils Lake. Another fishing story to be told. fish at one time or another. Of Devils Lake has grown so much course, Devils Lake is famous for in the last several years that few are willing to guess at its current size. Mapmakers have struggled to keep flooded timber, another place where anglers often up with the expansion. Enterprising fishermen dis- produce limits of fish. cover new areas nearly every time they launch their There really is no limit to the amount of preboat. It is too much water to learn during a trip or sentations that might produce good numbers of fish two. A good approach for newcomers to Devils Lake on any given day. Slip bobbers are popular. Under is to break the lake down into manageable areas and certain situations they are as effective as they are visbegin fishing. Among the notable and popular areas ibly enchanting. Trolling spinners and nightcrawlers are the Minnewaukan Flats, Grahams Island, Main works too, but so does casting crankbaits or pitching jigs. Bay, Creel Bay and Six Mile Bay.

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Icelandic State Park Everybody loves to rough it once in a while.

Icelandic State Park is located 5 miles west of Cavalier on N.D. Hwy. 5. Summer Activities - Trails are open to hiking throughout the nature preserve and campgrounds. The Hillman Loop is also open to bicycles. There is fishing (make sure to have a license) and boating on Lake Renwick. Picnic areas are located throughout the campground, as well as playgrounds in every loop. The Pioneer Heritage Center and Historic Building Complex are open every day! Camping - there are 150 modern campsites which include water and electrical hookups and there are 165 campsites in all. Located within the modern campground are three comfort stations with shower facilities. One third of the sites are available for reservations. A 20-unit campground is available for camper trailers or tents; sites are easily accessible to restrooms and water. The area also has an oak canopy for picnics and a good view of the lake. Several walk-in tent sites in a well-sheltered, secluded area are located next to the lake. Swimming - The swimming area is one of the most popular areas of the park. It is a gently sloped area that is adjacent to a picnicking area and concession stand. Gunlogson Homestead - This is the site of one of the first Icelandic homesteads. Trails - The park trails, located in Gunlogson Arboretum, wind through the lowland forest of the Tongue River bottom. One portion of the two-mile trail is self-guided. This unique area has been dedicated as a nature preserve and the trails are designed as part of the National Recreation Trail System. Boating - The 220-acre Lake Renwick provides excellent opportunity for the boating enthusiast. It is widely used by power boats, canoes and an occasional sailboater. A launching ramp is available for easy success. Fishing - Leisurely fishing for northern pike and yellow perch is a popular activity. Stocking of walleye and crappie has enhanced fishing and created added interest. For more information about Icelandic State Park, call (701) 265-4561 or e-mail isp@nd.gov. Address is 13571 Hwy. 5, Cavalier, ND 58220.

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Park River Park River, located in the center of Walsh County, is a very progressive city with a lot to offer. Their motto is “Park River: The Town with a Heart,” and the friendly residents of this northHomme Dam offers a number of outdoor activities. eastern North Dakota city strive to put that philosophy into action every day. Make plans to attend our Annual City Wide Park River’s economy is mostly agricultur- Rummage Sale and Rhubarb Festival in June. al-based, as the rich fertile soil of the Red River During July the Walsh County Gun Club MidValley is very conducive to lush, healthy crops. summer Shoot is held. August brings the Pioneer The town also boasts a strong number of busi- Machinery Association Threshing Show, in Sepnesses, many within the technology and health tember FCHC hosts a Harvest Festival and the PR care sectors. Bible Camp has their Annual Lutefisk and Meat Fans of the arts may visit the historic Lyric The- ball Dinner. atre, which opened its doors in 1915 and reopened in 2002 after several years of vacancy. Shows can be seen Friday and Saturday with matinees on Sunday. Gift certificates are available for purchase Plan to attend all the July 4th (3-4) festivities! Park River begins the celebration with an off site at the City Office American Legion Pancake and Sausage BreakBuilding located at 514 fast. After breakfast head to the Annual Eagle Briggs Ave. S. Ridge Motorcycle Hill Climb near Fordville. Be For the golfer, Hillcrest sure to come back to Park River for the street Country Club has one dance from 9pm to 1am and at 6:00 pm there is of the finest 9-hole grass the Alumni Banquet at the school. On July 4th green courses around. It come watch the Parade starting at 11am and stay is lined with mature evfor a Burgers & Dogs Picnic from noon to 3pm. ergreens and oaks and Also after the parade, take a walk down Briggs is always immaculately groomed. Also, green fees at Hillcrest are very Avenue and view the Annual Valley Cruisers light on the pocketbook, so make sure to play a Show & Shine car show. A host of other activities are planned, includround or two while visiting the area! Need to take a dip after a hot day? The swim- ing inflatable games, kids pedal pull, free swimming pool complex in Park River consists of three ming, bingo, and everyone’s favorite, “FIREpools for your summer fun. Take advantage of al- WORKS,” at 10 pm in the Big Park. most three miles of paved bike and walking paths, For updates visit our website, www.cityofstarting on the east side of the Kensington addi- parkriver.com. tion and going west all the way to Homme Dam. Homme Dam and Lake are located on the south branch of the Park River two miles west of the city on N.D. Highway 17. Construction of Park River - 503 Park St. West the dam began in 1948 and was 701-284-7676 • 800-226-7676 completed in Drayton - 104 E Hwy 66 1950. The lake covers 200 acres 701-454-3831 and offers many recreational Randy & Diana Welcome opportunities. to our PO Box 54 Walsh Coun125th ty has done an Park River, ND excellent job of 701-284-6433 making Homme Enjoy your Dam a beautiful stay with us! Stop in and see us place for campfishing, for all your grocery ing, swimming, and needs! boating. 503 Briggs Ave. So., Park River, ND • 701-284-7244

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Sullys Hill National Game Preserve

Located along the south shore of Devils Lake in the heart of the Spirit Lake Nation Indian Reservation, Sullys Hill National Game Preserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife including migratory birds, bison, elk and prairie dogs. The preserve consists of 1674 acres ranging from prairie to forested hills. Since the establishment of the first National Wildlife Refuge in 1903, the National Wildlife Refuge System has grown to include more than 560 refuges, 38 wetland management districts and other protected areas encompassing 150 million acres of land and water from the Caribbean to the Pacific, Maine to Alaska. There is at least one national wildlife refuge in every state. By the time Sullys Hill was established in 1904, North American bison numbers had plummeted from tens of millions to less than 1,000. Protective laws, establishment of refuges and propagation of private herds helped save the species from extinction. Now numbering about 500,000 animals in North America substantial work continues to rebuild herds of pure bison. Years of cross breading with free ranging cattle diluted the genetic purity of the North American Plains bison. Perhaps as few as 15,000 bison are considered pure bison, free of introduced cattle genes. The Sullys Hill herd is one of the smallest herds managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for bison conservation. The Sullys Hill herd is managed at a population

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for a current recording of of black-tailed prairie hours and scheduled events. dogs was introduced in Enjoy your National Wild1975. Originally, “dog life Refuge System; visit a towns” in North Dakota refuge near you today. were found only west Elk? Next to the moose, of the Missouri River. the elk is the largest memSince their holes were ber of the deer family in hazardous to livestock North America. It, too, was and they competed for slaughtered, often solely for range vegetation, ranchits two canine teeth which ers eliminated a majority once sold as charms for $25 of the colonies. These a pair. By 1900, elk had Many people gather for the festival every year. prairie dogs represent a become extinct over much living remnant of natuof their former range, including North Dakota. ral history. Modern game management has rebuilt the elk Waterfowl? A display flock of waterfowl is population. About 18 elk are present at Sullys located at Sweetwater Lake. This flock includes Hill to remind us that they were once native to tundra swans, Canada geese and several species this area. of wild ducks. Many waWhitetail Deer? By 1900, terfowl species native to the once abundant whitethis region inhabit the area. tailed deer was threatened The giant Canada geese with extinction in North Danest on the islands providkota. Careful regulation of ed in the lake. Each year hunting seasons and the deer’s some of the offspring join natural wariness has allowed the fall migration south. its population to rebuild. The Some of these are thought preserve’s herd of about 30 to return to this area to head is wild and must be cennestthe following spring. sused from the air in winter The mixed flock of months. native waterfowl provides Prairie Dogs? A colony You’ll see lots of game on the auto tour. an excellent opportunity to

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Take a tour thru scenic Walhalla na River is considered Scenic Walhalla, “tame,” but does offer North Dakota, is a picexcellent canoeing and turesque community attracts canoeing ennestled along the bend thusiasts to its secluded of the Pembina River landscape during the just east of the colormonths of May through ful panorama of the June. The Pembina RivPembina Gorge and er originates near Boissurrounding the hills sevain, Manitoba, flows and valleys. As the secsoutheast and enters ond-oldest community the U.S. northeast of in the state, the town has Langdon, ND. From the also been blessed with a U.S.-Canadian border, rich historical heritage. it flows southeast to These two amenities — Walhalla and east until natural pristine beauty the Red River. The area and rich colorful history between the border and —will provide an exWalhalla is part of the citing and tremendous scenic Pembina Hills future for the friendly and one of the few wilcommunity! derness areas left in the There are many state. Near Walhalla, the ways to enjoy the PemHikers find their way though the gorge. river is considered the bina Hills, which is realbest for canoeing, as the river flows fairly fast ly a gorge carved by the Pembina River. The Pembina River, located in the northeast over many small rapids. Hikers enjoy many of the pathways leading corner of North Dakota, is North Dakota’s only real white water river. The meandering Pembi- to tempt the nature lover with hiking, horseback

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Tetrault Woods State Forest One area to tempt the nature lover with hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling is Tetrault Woods State Park. This 420-acre tract of an undeveloped wildlife setting is an adventure for the entire family. For more information contact the ND Forest Service, (701) 549-2441.

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Stump Lake

A winding circling road through a mass of green leaved trees will lead you to a restaurant, campground, old-style pavilion and a lake. Historically, Stump Lake has been a shallow basin of water, suitable for birds but not fish. Thanks to Mother Nature, the quality of the lake has changed through an additional 50 plus feet Everybody loves an old fashioned hayride. of fresh water, making it a new perch fishery. The North Dakota Game and Fish has released millions of perch into this lake and it should be a great fishery for years to come. Once only to look at, Stump Lake is now one of the area’s fastest growing recreational attractions. In 1998, a boat launch and two docks were put in for water sports and swimmers. In addition to the lake, Stump Lake Park offers a variety of family attractions. The park prides itself on being clean and The whole family can have fun on the lake.

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green with something for everyone. Stump Lake Park boasts a variety of hiking and biking trails and a funfilled playground that will entertain people of all ages. There is a full-service campground for both campers Blacksmith Shop is among and tenters w i t h w a t e r interesting buildings at Stump Lake Village. and electricity hook-ups and a bathroom facility nearby. Every weekend offers other types of entertainment from dances to softball tournaments, to displays at the nearby Stump Lake Village. The park also has a restaurant and picnic shelter facilities for families and friends to gather and enjoy the summer day. Come visit Nelson County’s secret oasis! Disappear for a day, for a weekend or a summer to remember and enjoy the simpler times of life.

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Stump Lake Village

The journey back in time begins as one enters the stone gates of Stump Lake Park. It is hard to miss the newest additions to the county park when taking a Sunday drive with all the new buildings. The Nelson County Historical Society, in its 21st year of existence, has transformed a barren field into a step back in history. The Village is complete with all the traditional elements of a pioneering community; a farmhouse, barn, post office, oneroom school, church, cook-car, two log cabins and depot. The newest additions to the Village are the “Old Main Street USA” exhibit building, which contains many exhibit rooms, gift shop and modern restrooms, flour mill and gazebo. The gazebo was built with funds donated by local residents and will be used for entertainment, weddings, family reunions and other events.

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Summertime is a wonactivities held during the derful time for NCHS Threshing Bee, but some members because it is a of the past events include time to make history come doll and toy shows, fashalive and begin outdoor ion shows, music concerts activities. The summer and theatrical displays schedule begins the 1st by historical characters. Sunday of June and ends There are rides and activwith the Threshing Bee on ities for children to enjoy. Labor Day weekend (SunOften it is easy to forday and Monday). The get where one came from, fourteen weeks in between so spend a day or more are filled with a variety of Don’t miss the Threshing Bee in September. at Stump Lake Village activities which include and take the time to rethe Nelson County Fair member. A journey back and 4-H exhibition, wedin time will offer both dings and church services, lessons to be learned and traveling exhibits, family a greater appreciation reunions, other entertainof what our pioneering ment and tours of the buildancestors struggled to ings every Sunday from settle this untamed land. 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Take time out, relax and The annual Threshing enjoy this place where Bee is the largest and most time stands still and you anticipated event of the can dream a little. summer. This two-day The Village is availevent draws hundreds of people to see how harvest able for tours every Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 was done in days gone by. Each morning begins p.m., the 1st Sunday of June through Labor Day with a hearty thresher men’s breakfast and the days weekend. Check out our website at www.stumare filled with displays of ethnic foods and crafts. plakepark.com. To schedule reunions, weddings or All of the buildings are open for tours. Each af- other events, call Diane Swenson at 701-247-2546. ternoon there is a parade of old engines, tractors, Stump Lake Park and Village is located 12 miles cars and much more. Each year there are new south of Lakota on North Dakota Hwy. 1.

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Aneta plans for 56th Turkey BBQ Aneta, located on Highway 32 in south- are always planned for the third Saturday in ern Nelson County, is the Queen City of the June at the City Park. The meal is prepared and Upper Sheyenne and has the longest running served in the park shelter with live entertainturkey barment performing becue in the in the gazebo. state. The 56th The annual annual Turkey meal consists Barbecue and of 312 turkeys Summer Festimarinated in a val, sponsored special sauce and by the Aneta cooked on a roBooster Club, tating spit heatwill be held ed by two tons on June 17-19, of charcoal. Ac2016. companying the The turkey tasty turkeys is barbecue be900 lbs. of potato gan in 1960 salad, 800 lbs. of when many beans, 100 lbs. farmers in the of potato chips, area raised 250 dozen buns, turkeys. The 2,600 ice cream feed compabars, and hunnies put on a dreds of gallons Bring the whole family for plenty of turkey. “turkey feed” for of coffee and their customers lemonade. and a tradition was born! The population of Aneta is 284; but on The Summer Festival and Turkey Barbecue barbecue weekend, the number grows to

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nearly 3,000 as care facility, folks gather to with a speenjoy the food cial care unit. and festivThree hospiities. Family tals are within reunions and 25 miles of the class reunions city. are planned for Recrethe third weekational facilend in June in ities include order to be a the City Park, part of the anwhich has a nual festival. picnic shelter, gazebo, T h e and heated economy restrooms. is agriculLighted tenture-based nis courts and with small Farming plays a big role in the areas economy. basketball grains, row crops and livestock, including bison raised in court are located near the center of town beside the Aneta Pavilion. A the area. The majority softball diamond is of the population is located on the north in the senior citizen side of the old Aneta group. Support serSchool building. Area vices include a volunlakes and the local teer ambulance squad reservoir are good and a fire department. fishing sites. There There are 26 apartis an abundance of ments for older citwaterfowl and deer izens and the Aneta for the fall hunting Parkview Health Censeason. ter, a 39 bed skilled

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April April 1-May 1: DPRCA spring theater production of “Church Basement Ladies,” Old Church Theatre, New Rockford April 8: Oak Ridge Boys perform at Spirit Lake Casino, 7 pm April 8-10: Elks (Adult) Basketball Tournament, Devils Lake April 17: Metis culture panel discussion hosted by North Eastern Heritage Association, Icelandic State Park, 2 pm April 22: 3rd Annual Lake Region Heritage Center Gala, “Stars and Stripes,” Devils Lake

May May: Relay for Life, Langdon, TBA May 7: Shoot for a Cure 50/50 Shotgun Fundraiser for Relay for Life hosted by NDTC, Lake Region State College, 9 am May 21: Carrington’s Citywide Yard Sales May 28-30: Spirit Lake Riders Motorcycle Rally May 30: Military Appreciation Day, Icelandic State Park

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In the grand tradition of the Devils Run, Devils Lake - Spirit Lake Riders will host the annual Memorial Weekend Motorcycle Rally, Take time for a few days of fun... riding, games, steak fry and other activities.

June June 2: LAHS Jazz Band at Boyd Block, Langdon June 2-4: Citywide Garage Sales, Langdon June 3-5: Devils Run, Devils Lake June 4: National Trails Day, Icelandic State Park June 5: Stump Lake Village begins activities June 8-12: Potholes and Prairie Birding Festival lands in Carrington for five days on the wild prairie wetlands and wavy, open meadows. June 9-12: Finley Days June 10-12: Prairie Arts & Quilt Show /Threshing Days, Dale & Martha Hawk Museum, Wolford The show features horses, tractors and villages. June 11: Cavalier County Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Tourney, Langdon June 12: Sunday Afternoon at the Hall featuring Asham Stompers, Icelandic State Park June 17: 54th annual Turkey Barbeque, City Park, Lakota June 17-18: 20th annual Motorcycle Ride-In, Cavalier June 17-18: Historic Preservation Tour and geo cache event at Icelandic State Park June 17-19: 56th annual Turkey Barbeque, Aneta June 22-24: Foster County Fair, Carrington June 23-26: Wells County Fair, Fessenden June 23-26: Grafton’s Summerfest June 23-26: Summerfest hosted by Mayville Portland Lions Club June 24-26: Devils Lake Chamber Walleye Fishing Tournament, Devils Lake June 25: June Jamboree, Langdon. Sidewalk sales, pig roast, pet contest, School District Golf Tour nament June 25: Reel Fun Days, Devils Lake June 30- July 4: 100th Anniversary Pierce County Fair, Fairgrounds, Rugby

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September

July July: Every Thursday starting mid-July thru Oct. 1, Farmers Market, Langdon July 1-31: Fort Totten Little Theatre performances on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Satur days at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinee perfor mances at 2 p.m. Performing “Shrek” at Calvary Square. July 1 - Aug 7: DPRCA Summer Production of “Godspell,” Old Church Theatre, New Rockford July 1-4: New Rockford-Sheyenne Annual 4th of July Celebration July 3-4: 4th of July festivities, Park River July 4: Independence Day Celebration, Devils Lake July 4: Independence Day holiday will also bring a variety of events for visitor participation and enjoyment, Carrington July 7-10: 123rd Pembina County Fair, Hamilton, North Dakota July 11-16: Missoula Children’s Theater presents “Blackbeard the Pirate,” Langdon July 15-17: McVille Days July 21: Langdon Hospital (CCMHF) Picnic July 21: Langdon Research Extension Center/North ern Canola Growers Assn. Field Days July 21: Icelandic State Park Color 5K Walk/Run July 22: Langdon Firemen’s Dinner July 22-23: Rendezvous Region Rod Run Car Show, Langdon July 23: Street Fair & Sidewalk Sales, Langdon July 23: Music Fest (21st Annual), Langdon July 29-31: Pow Wow, Fort Totten July 29-31: August the Deuce Icelandic Heritage celebration, Cavalier

August Aug 6: New Rockford Citywide Garage Sales Aug 9: Lifesavers in the Park, New Rockford Aug: Free Movie at Landgon City Park, TBA Aug 12-14: Kids’ Weekend, Icelandic State Park Aug 20: Off the Charts Music Festival, Cavalier

Sept: Harvest Fest, Langdon- TBA Sept 3-5: Threshing Bee on Labor Day weekend (Sunday and Monday). Stump Lake Park, Lakota, Stump Lake Village Sept 10: JunkFest/ Junk N Java Fall Sale, Carrington Sept 11: Pioneer Machinery Show, Icelandic SP Sept. 15: 8th Annual Devils Lake Wine Walk Sept 24-25: Fall Festival, Hawk Museum, Wolford Sept 16-18: 58th Annual Central North Dakota Steam Threshers Reunion, New Rockford. This year’s feature is Allis Chalmers. Sept 17: Fall Citywide Yard Sales, Carrington Sept. 18: Book discussion at Pioneer Heritage Cen ter Library, Icelandic State Park, 2 pm. Sept 23-25: Maddock Rural Renaissance Festival

Oct.-Nov. Oct: Halloween “Spooktacular” - TBA, Langdon Oct 6: Wine Walk, Langdon Oct 8: “Uncapped and Uncorked,” annual gala fundraising event for Prairie Regional Center for the Arts, New Rockford Oct 21: Key Event fundraiser, Lake Region State College, 5 pm Oct 22: Holiday Mall Fall Craft Show, Devils Lake Nov 5: Craft & Gift Extravaganza, Carrington

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1,000 evergreen trees and expertly cared for fairways and greens. The clubhouse and course offer a full schedule of activities and tournaments throughout the Cooperstown is a growing community in the golfing season. Other leisure-time opportunities include a swimcentral part of North Dakota, located just 3 miles east ming pool, tennis courts, of the junction of Hwys. 200 softball diamonds, horse and 1. The community has an arena, indoor and outdoor excellent business communirifle/archery ranges and fitty split between farming and ness center. manufacturing. Cooperstown Within thirty minutes are Community Activities Autwo lakes and the Sheyenne thority is the organization River. Red Willow Lake has which plans and schedules good fishing for Northern events throughout the year. Pike, Perch and Blue Gills, The schedule of events along with boating and wafor this summer can be found ter-skiing opportunities. Red on the web at www.cooWillow Lake Resort provides perstownnd.com. The main camping, roller skating, picevents throughout the summer Check out the local shooting range. nicking, dining, dances and center around retreat activities at the Cooperstown Bible Camp. A week at camp will softball games. Lake Ashtabula is a man-made lake keep kids busy having fun with both old and new which provides several excellent camping facilities, friends. Climb our new 40-foot climbing tower or cross dining, fishing, water-skiing, public boat ramps, boat rental, picnicking and opporthe Sheyenne River using our new tunities to observe nature. If adventure bridge! Kids can camp the time is right, you can even out in a tree house or teepee, ride pick chokecherries, juneberries horse, canoe, swim, shoot bows and plums. Hunters come from and arrows, play sand volleyball, great distances to hunt deer near basketball, pickleball and more. Cooperstown. Also abundant But most importantly learn about are upland game and waterfowl. Jesus. Camp starts mid-June and Hwy. 200 is also part of the runs through the 1st part of August. cross-country bike route.â&#x20AC;&#x192; Cooperstown is justly proud of its 9-hole golf course with over City Park gazebo provides relaxing shade.

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Mayville/Portland Located on Highway 200, eleven miles west of I-29, Mayville is the home of Mayville State University. It has the full compliment of recreational services and activities. Tee off at the Mayville Golf Club! This is a lush, mature golf course that runs along the meandering Goose River and features just enough challenge to make every round an adventure. Widely regarded as one of the finest 9-hole courses in North Dakota, Mayville Golf Club combines a pioneering spirit with a reverence for the game itself. Grab your clubs and meet your friends for a relaxing round on a course that will keep you coming back for more. Looking for a fun way to cool off in the summer and enjoy some family time outside? Splash down and swim in Mayville Water Park! It’s a refreshing way to enjoy some outdoor time in the bright North Dakota sun. Featuring one of the largest waterslides and swimming pools in the region, Mayville Water Park is more than the city pool – it’s the community’s hot spot when kids of all ages want to cool off with their family and friends. The Mayville Park District has a lot to offer at Willowood Campground, the perfect summer home away from home for campers. Willowood’s beautiful park setting also includes full and partial hook-ups for RV’s (RV Park) or tenting, water,

Splash down at the Mayville Water Park.

sewer, and shower facilities. Get away from the hustle and bustle and camp out in Mayville, ND. Portland is located on Highway 200, twelve miles west of I-29. The “sister city” of Mayville is located a short distance away and the communities share many services and activities. Portland is a beautiful city, with spacious parks and plenty of recreational activities. Once again the Mayville Portland Lions Club will be sponsoring and coordinating the annual Summerfest activities to be held on June 23-26, 2016. Summerfest is an opportunity to showcase the communities of Mayville and Portland by providing a variety of activities and events for all ages. More information about Summerfest 2016 can be found at the Mayville Portland community website: http://www.mayvilleportland.com.

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Hampden

Hampden is located approximately 40 miles northeast of Devils Lake on Highway 3. We boast a population of 60 residences in our little town alone. This century old town has many businesses. Some of them are the Cenex Station/Fertilizer Plant, Cenex Harvest States Elevator, Mall Cafe and Grocery, H & H Quilt Shop if you want something that is beautiful and warm at the same time. If you need a good quick hairdo while in Hampden there is Jesse’s Hair Dynamics Beauty Salon. We also have a Senior Center for the retired and the young to come and enjoy good company and maybe learn something new. There is a post office, Lunde’s Implement, Hamre Seed Cleaning, and Hampden Bar for socializing and refreshments. These are just a few of the businesses Hampden has. The Hampden Park is a good place to visit. Not only does it have a great playground, but there are picnic shelters for wet weather and they have barbecue pits also. There are electrical hookups for campers too. Softball is also popular, as games are scheduled for most Tuesdays during the summer. We are very proud of our small community and we would like to invite everyone to come and join us in Hampden this summer. Our friendly citizens will make sure you feel right at home. For more information call: Dawn Hamre, 701-868-3501, or Michelle Logie, 701-868-4201.

Edinburg’s 252 residents welcome you!

Edinburg

Edinburg, located in Walsh County along Hwy. 32 and about 60 miles northwest of Grand Forks, has a farming-based economy. The community has many activities and events planned for the summer. Call 701-993-8123 for further information. A major attraction for Edinburg residents and visitors is Homme Dam and Park. The reservoir, created by a dam on the Park River, offers fishing, boating and other water sports. Edinburg also has a city park with picnic facilities and playground equipment. Plan to visit Edinburg, which is in close proximity to many fun summer recreation activities.

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Known as the “Catfish Capital of the Red River of the North,” Drayton boasts itself as “a fun place to stay and a safe place to play.” Catfishing at any one of the three reCatfishing draws many fishermen. sorts is fun for all ages. The resorts are located in scenic areas along

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the Red River and close to Drayton. F o r more information, call 701454-FISH (3474). Cooking up some old fashion vittles. Schumacher Park is located in the heart of the city and provides swimming, playground, an adjacent golf course, tennis, campgrounds and picnic area with restrooms, as well as softball and baseball diamonds — everything you need for a great time. Visit the Blessing Museum while you are in town. The museum and other buildings are open any time by appointment. Stop by the grounds to see the log house, “soddy,” log outhouse, grinding wheel and ox cart replica. Drayton also has a public golf course next to the park featuring 9 holes.

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ful course lined with a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers. Green fees are reasonable, and there are a number of golf carts available for rent. Visit our … McVille Days July 15-17 Club House, join us for men’s or women’s nights, McVille – Small enough to know you, large or just enjoy the quiet, relaxed course. McVille Dam & Recreation Area, located on enough to serve you. This has been the motto of the City of McVille, and here’s a few of the the east edge of town is a good spot for family recreation activities such as fishing, swimming, reasons why: McVille is located in Nelson County on small watercraft boating, and picnics. Cast a line Highway 15, just minutes north of the pictur- and try your luck for perch, walleye, northern pike or trout. RV/ esque Sheyenne camper spaces are River Valley, 50 available for rent miles southeast of at a rate of $20 per Devils Lake, and night ($10 per night approximately 60 for tent camping) miles southwest on a non-reservaof Grand Forks. tion/first arrival McVille has all basis, and include the feel and size electrical and water of a small town, hookups (a camper but offeres many dumping station is businesses and located within the services to serve City). The campits citizens and visground has severitors, and is locatal picnic shelters, ed just 20 minutes barbeque pits, playfrom Stump Lake ground equipment, which offers great sand volleyball, year ‘round wallMcVille offers a campsites at the McVille Dam. and a paved biking/ eye fishing as well as other recreational and water sports opportunities. walking path that leads from the McVille Dam McVille Country Club, a 9-hole municipal Recreation are to the east edge of town. Stop in grass-green course, is located on the north edge of at D & M Service at the corner of town. Well established grass greens boast a beauti-

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Main Street and Highway 15 to register for camping space. RV camping with all utilities, including sewer hookup, is also available at the Lee Street Campground in the City of McVille. Fees are based on daily, weekly or monthly rates. McVille Lodge features 8 units with a total of 29 beds. Each unit is air-conditioned, has a kitchenette, cable TV and wireless internet. At least one of the units is handicap accessible. There is also a laundromat within the Lodge complex. McVille Restaurant is a popular destination on Main Street where Try your skills at the McVille Golf Course. folks can stop by and enjoy delicious Restaurant, so stop in and enjoy a cup! breakfast and lunch, or just sip a cup In addition to the restaurant, McVille’s Main of coffee while visiting with friends and family. Restaurant hours are 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday Street also includes a hair salon, Super Valu grothrough Saturday, and it features a banquet/meet- cery store that is well-stocked with fresh meats ing room that is available for business meetings, and produce, also a deli and bakery area; D & M family gatherings, banquets or other special Service - a gas station that features 24-hour card events. Please call control fueling, tire repair service, propane tank ex3 2 2 - 5 1 0 0 t o change, firewood bundles, snacks, and is an outlet schedule an event. for minnows and other fishing supplies. McVille Catering services Community Library, located in the lower level are available for of the City any events sched- Auditorium uled in the banquet at the corroom. The coffee ner of Main is always hot and Street and 8.5 lbs. walleye, McVille Dam. fresh at McVille Felton Avenue, is open 10 AM – 3 PM Tuesday through Visit the Community Library. Friday, and 10 AM – 1 PM on Saturday. McVille and the surrounding area proudly support a complete health-care system that includes a clinic and an acute care hospital to serve you in case of emergency. McVille Municipal Airport, located just west of the city has well-groomed and maintained airstrip, with 3 tie-down spaces available, and there are no landing and/or take-off fees. Schedule of Events Come join us for McVille Days, July 15-17, 2016, and enjoy fun, food and enter-tainment for Saturday, July 16 the entire family. For more information on our • Parade at 10 am community, visit our website at www.mcvillend. com or contact the City. Sunday, July 17

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A well groomed recreation area at McVille Dam makes it nice for fishing off shore.

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Grafton

businesses, Grafton has attracted nationally-known retailers, manufactures and restaurants. Grafton Located in the heart of the Red River Val- merchants offer brand name products and friendly, personal service in a convenient shopley in northeastern North Dakoping environment. ta, Grafton is a community Recreational facilities rich not only in soils but abound in Grafton. The also in heritage. The “Home of the Spoilhistory and diverse ers,” Grafton has one culture of the area of the finest athletic can be felt and facilities around. The appreciated in Grafton Centennial many sights and Center provides arattractions, both tificial ice, a regulain and around tion-size hockey rink, Grafton. In adheated concession area dition to many and seating for approxhistoric churches, imately 2,000 fans. Other private homes and recreational facilities include public buildings, Grafton a beautiful 9-hole golf course, is home to Heritage Village well-groomed softball along with a collection Community events add to the family fun. and baseball complexes, of historic buildings and artifacts gathered to recreate life in the past from outdoor pool with three slides, four ice sheet curlJugville, as well as the historic Elmwood Mansion ing club, bowling alley, snowmobile club, archery club, gun club, figure skating club, tree filled parks, located on an oxbow in the Park River. Grafton’s rural setting does not eliminate urban campground and two fitness centers (one including advantages for its residents. Grafton provides many an indoor pool). The Grafton area will also entice the outdoor amenities of city life with the benefits of a small town atmosphere, including friendly people and sportsman. Deer hunting is quite popular in the area and the Red River, located just 15 miles east real community spirit. Grafton is home to numerous thriving busi- of Grafton, is a great area for fishing and canoeing. nesses, including several locally owned variety During the winter months, groomed snowmobile and specialty shops. In addition to home-grown trails provide fresh air and excitement for sledders.

Summerfest events for everyone

Grafton’s Summerfest will be held June 2326. The event promises to provide fun in many different areas. Grafton’s SummerFest is an annual mid-summer celebration spanning four days and offers something for everyone. There is a rhubarb festival on Thursday, a ribfest, and pageant on Friday, 5K run/walk, youth run, parade and children/family activities on Saturday, along with an ATV mud run and a ducky derby on Sunday. There are also live bands and a street dance on Friday and Saturday night on main street from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Most events are free. ATV Mud Run – The ATV Mud Run is located at the Green Belt Area just North of Grafton on Saturday starting at 3pm.

Summerfest features an ATV Mud Run

Rhubarb Festival – Come and enjoy a variety of homemade rhubarb deserts at the Historic Elmwood House. Historic Elmwood is a beautiful turn of the century Victorian Don’t miss the parade! Home that is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The Rhubarb Festival is an annual fundraiser to preserve the history and integrity of the site and is held from 1-4pm on Thursday. Grafton is proud of its many annual community events. If you would like more information about Grafton and any of their special events, contact the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce at 701-352-0781 or check out our website at www.graftonevents.com. There’s something for everyone in Grafton, so come and enjoy the fun and make an event of it!

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SummerFest

June 23-26, 2016 5K Run/Walk • Car Show • Ribfest Grand Parade • Inflatable Games ATV Mud Run and Much More!

Presented by: Hugo’s Family Marketplace, Simmon’s Multimedia and Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce For a full list of events, go to

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Langdon

Home of Music Fest The summer and fall of 2016 in Langdon has more events and attractions than ever before! The main event will be our 21st Annual Music Fest. Mark your calendars for July 22-23. The festivities start Friday, July 22, with the Firemen’s Dinner at the Activity Center. Beautiful downtown Langdon and Boyd Block Plaza will be the hub for all the following activities. The Rendezvous Region Rod Run will also be revving up that weekend starting the evening of July 22. There will be a Street Fair, Kiddie carnival, Rhubarb Fest, sidewalk sales and food vendors on Saturday, July 23. The festivities continue when Two Way Crossing comes to

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town to perform for our 21st Annual celebration. The celebration will conclude with a fireworks display. Other events for the summer include the LAHS Jazz Band performing at Boyd Block (June 2); two June Golf Tournaments (June 11 & 25). A Pork Feed and sidewalk sales make for a fun weekend on June 25. Missoula Children’s Theater will be in town the week of July 11-16, featuring “Blackbeard the Pirate.”When you are done visiting out at the LREC/NCGA Field Days (July 21) you are welcome to attend the CCMHF Picnic at St. A’s. Beginning in mid-July, every Thursday at 4pm the Farmers Market is held at St. A’s Park across

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May: Relay for Life June 2: LAHS Jazz Band @ Boyd June 2-4: Citywide Garage Sales June 11: Cavalier County Memorial Hospital Foundation (CCMHF) Golf Tourney @ Country Club June 25: Langdon Area School District Foundation (LASDF) Golf Tourney @ Country Club; Cutest & Most Talented Pet Contest – Boyd Block; June Jamboree – Sidewalk sales, food and fun activities, Main Street; Pig Roast co-sponsored by LACC & Eagles Auxiliary @ Eagles July 11-16 – Missoula Children’s Theater – “Blackbeard the Pirate” July 21: Langdon Research Extension Center/Northern Canola Growers Assn. Field Days; CCMHF Picnic @ St.A’s July 22: Langdon Firemen’s Dinner @ LAC July 22-23: Rendezvous Region Rod Run Car Show – Main Street July 23: Street Fair & Sidewalk Sales – Main Street; Boyd Block Kiddie Carnival Rhubarb Fest - Eagles; 21th Annual Music Fest w/Two Way Crossing, Boyd Block 9pm – 1am Every Thursday starting mid-July – Oct.1 – Farmers Market @ St. A’s Park August TBA: NLAC presents Free Movie @ Langdon City Park September: Homecoming Parade and Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet – TBA October 6 :– Langdon’s Wine Walk October TBA: Halloween “Spooktacular”

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ing the Langdon Wind LLC the street from the Cavaproject completed in 2008. lier County Courthouse. This is one of the largest The Farmers Market will wind farms in North Dakota continue until Oct. and is located 9 miles South You are going to want of Langdon at the junction to mark your calendars for of Hwy 1 & 66. October 6th because that For more information on is the date for the 8th Anany of these events or other nual Wine Walk. The ever activities please contact the popular “Spooktacular” Langdon Area Chamber event for kids will be back of Commerce at 701-256again the end of October. Great buys at the Farmers Market. 3079. Or visit our website, On your way into town, make sure you visit the informational site detail- cityoflangdon.com

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Leeds is conveniently located on US Highway 2 just 30 miles west of Devils Lake and only 6 miles west of US 281. It is a beautiful little community that boasts many recreational opportunities for people to enjoy. The newly refurbished swimming pool is open daily during the summer months. The park area around the pool contains a picnic shelter, playground equipment, and two basketball courts. The Firemen’s Memorial Park contains a large variety of playground equipment, a picnic shelter, and a camping area with grill stands. This park area used to be home to the largest outdoor swimming pool in the state of North Dakota. The outline of the pool is still visible and the stone pool house is still standing. The school grounds also have a playground area and a Frisbee golf course for the public to enjoy. The Leeds park system also includes a well kept softball diamond with modern restrooms that provides youth baseball and adult softball games throughout the summer. Leeds has one of the few remaining sand greens golf courses in the state. The par 34 course has a challenging layout that forces players to use all the clubs in their bag. There is also a practice green and chipping range to practice your skills. For just a small fee, golfers can play

all day so why not make the short drive over to Leeds and try a different type of golf experience. If you’re an outdoors enthusiast, you’ll find Leeds at the center of some of the best hunting and fishing in the world. Within 15 miles of town are three lakes and the west end of Devils Lake, including the fishing hotspots of Pelican Lake and the Minnewaukan Flats, providing plenty of exciting action from the shore or boat. Being located in the Central Flyway and Prairie Pothole region, there are abundant opportunities to hunt waterfowl in the spring or fall in the area. Leeds also has a trapshooting range that is open on Wednesday nights throughout the summer to practice your skills. For the birdwatchers, there are three areas located within a few miles of town that are managed for wildlife or waterfowl production, providing a great opportunity to observe many different species of birds. As you can see, there are many activities we have to offer so while in the Lake Region plan to make the short drive over to Leeds and check it out!

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Area Golf Courses

Harvey. Ladies’ Day is Tuesday and Men’s Night is Thursday evening. Open to the public. 701-3242069. Langdon Country Club — Golfing enthusiasts can enjoy a 9-hole grass greens golf course just on the outskirts of the city. This course is recognized as one of the many fine courses in the area. 701-256-5938. McVille Country Club — A 9-hole grass green course located north of McVille. A beautiful course lined with a variety of trees and grasses. Open to public. 701-322-5625. Hillcrest Golf Club — Located on the north edge of Park River. A hilly course with watered fairways and greens. 9-hole course with club house. 701-284-6733. Fair Oaks Golf Course — Located 1/2 mi. east of Grafton. This is a good size course with 9 holes of watered greens and fairways lined with trees on a prairie landscape. 701-352-3956. Cavalier Country Club — Located 5 mi. west of Cavalier or 1/2 mi. west of Icelandic State Park. Features 9 holes of watered greens and fairways with plenty of rolling hills and trees. 701-265-4506. LaMoure Memorial Golf Course, Pembina — Located 2 blocks south of Fort Daer along the Pembina River. 9-hole grass green course. 701-825-6619. Mayville Golf Course — Located on the north side of Mayville. 9-hole grass greens. Open to public. 701-788-3659. Leeds Golf Club – Located on the SW edge of town. A well kept, 9-hole sand greens course that features a challenging layout that is fun to play. Guaranteed to use every club in your bag!

Creel Bay Golf Course, Devils Lake — 18 holes of generously watered grass greens and lush fairways. Enjoy beautiful landscaping with lots of trees and sandtraps. Located on the east shore of Creel Bay. Open to public outside 50 miles. 701-662-2408. Fessenden Golf Course — A beautiful, wellgroomed 9-hole grass greens course with reasonable rates located 1/2 mile north of the city on Highway 1. Men’s Steak Night is held each Thursday beginning in May to the middle of October. Ladies’ Night runs from June through August. Open to the public. 701547-3598. New Rockford Golf Course — Located 1 mi. north of New Rockford. Pleasant 9-hole course with nicely watered grass greens. Open to the public. 701-947-2385. Walhalla Country Club — Five mi. west of Walhalla, a scenic 9-hole course rests amongst the beautiful Pembina Hills. The course is complete with modern club house, snack bar, lounge and dining room. Open to the public. 701-549-2357. Lakota Rock Creek Golf Course — Located on a scenic Lakota site, this 9-hole grass green course is open to the public. 701-247-2580. CrossRoads Golf Course — Located on the northern edge of Carrington. This course features an easy walking, attractive 18-hole grass green course with a challenging variety of holes open for public golfing. 701-652-2601. Harvey Golf Course — A beautiful 9-hole grass green course located 1 mi. north and 1 mi. east of

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