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Scootin’ on down to Polka Daze Eric Hendrickx

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Ottertail’s sixth annual Polka Daze is gearing up for another fun-filled dancing weekend September 10-12.

Held under the ‘Big Tent’ right in the heart of Ottertail city, this year’s committee is crossing their fingers that Mother Nature will avoid an appearance at the 2015 Polka gathering. Last year, a late Wednesday night storm completely toppled over the event’s main tent.

Although the polka festivities went on as scheduled, due to the extraordinary help of dozens of early arriving volunteers, this year’s festival surely wishes to sidestep any weather related incidents.

Back again as the event’s main sponsor, the Ottertail Lions Club will be out in full force putting on this area-favorite dancing weekend.

Everything kicks off the evening of Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. with George’s Concertina Band playing until 11 p.m. Admission price of just $5.

Festivities resume Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. with the Top Notchmen and 4 | Fall Scene September 2015

Marie & The Boys alternating set times from 1-10 p.m.

These alternating set times makes it possible for nonstop dancing and music all afternoon and evening.

Saturday will see a similar face with the Top Notchmen again opening up at 1 p.m. New to the weekend though will be Jerry B. & Joyce, alternating in until the same commencing time of 10 p.m.

Admission for both Friday and Saturday will be $14 for each day which will be good for both bands, the entire day.

Free camper space will again be available for all festival goers as each year’s event sees attendees from across the Midwest and even the country. These camp sites will be primitive with no hookups.

Food, beer and set-ups will be served yet again by the dedicated Ottertail Lions Club.

All bands are described as an “old time variety’ and sure to put on hours of great tunes.

There will be a large wood dance floor set up inside the big tent for a great foundation for all dancers alike.

Young and old or anyone in between is encouraged to come out and join in the fun for Polka Daze 2015. The big tent will be located across from the water tower again this year.

Ottertail is located 12 miles south of Perham on MN Highway 78 and then 1 mile east on MN Highway 108.

Situated at Ottertail’s City Park, Polka Daze will take place across from the water tower under the ‘Big Tent’ again this year.

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MN DNR sets “conservative” deer goals Says will allow populations to rebuild Elizabeth Huwe

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For many hunters across the state of Minnesota, the deer season will likely feel very similar to the 2014 deer season.

On July 28, the Minnesota DNR announced deer hunting regulations for the 2015 season.

“The 2015 deer hunting regulations will be quite similar to last year, with one-deer limits in most of the state,” said Leslie McInenly, big game program leader for the DNR. “Hunters should check the 2015 regulations early, because in the majority of areas, hunters will need to apply for a permit to shoot an antlerless deer.”

In 70 of Minnesota’s 128 deer permit areas, hunters must be chosen in a lottery to shoot an antlerless deer and only bucks can be hunted in 14 areas.

Around the Perham area, zones that will require a lottery for permits are: 246, 258, 259 and 266.

In these zones, prospective firearm and muzzleloader hunters must apply between now and Thursday, Sept.

10 to be entered in an either-sex permit lottery. Bonus permits are not allowed in these areas, but unsuccessful applicants may use their regular license to take a “legal” buck.

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The 2015 deer hunting season looks promising for northwestern Minnesota as deer numbers are up from last year due to mild temperatures and little snow.

Hunter choice will be allowed in the following hunting areas: 213, 239, 240 and 248. This includes land near Perham and south of U.S. Highway 10.

In these areas, there is no drawing for permits. Eligible hunters may take one deer of either sex with their regular license, but no bonus permits will be allowed.

Areas 214 and 241 (which cover Perham and land north of U.S. Highway 10) will be managed deer areas for the 2015 season. There will be no drawing for permits. Hunters can take a deer of either sex with their initial license, along with a bonus to take up to two deer.

There are no intensive harvest deer areas near Perham.

In areas with restrictions, residents of veterans’ homes and residents who are at least 84-years-old may take a deer of either sex during the season. Check with the state DNR for more information.

“Given the mild winter for most of the state and reduced harvest last year, we anticipate that hunters will be seeing more deer when afield, and we are already hearing from people that they are seeing more deer this summer,”

McInenly said.

According to a separate report from the state DNR, more deer have been seen following the relatively mild winter.

“Reports of good white-tailed fawn numbers are coming in from around Minnesota as a milder winter and a conservative approach to the 2014 hunting season are already starting to show results,” said a DNR report.

“Deer numbers in the northwest region (including the Perham area) appear to be up from last year,” the report said.

“Last winter brought mild temperatures and little snow. A conservative 2014 deer season with a low number of antlerless permits issued has resulted in more does and fawns on the landscape.”

“Abundant spring and early summer rainfall has provided excellent summer deer forage,” the report continued.

“Deer are feeding in the afternoon and evening in the open, grassy areas and along forest roads, escaping the flies and other insects in the wooded areas.”

The report addressed smaller, more localized areas as well: -“In the Bemidji and Park Rapids areas, deer numbers are increasing. There

seems to be excellent reproduction and many large fawns have been observed.

Buck numbers appear up from last year and some nice bucks have been seen.”

-“In the Fergus Falls and Glenwood areas, deer population numbers remain about the same as last year, both in terms of fawns and adults. The few bucks observed have nice antler growth.”

-“The Detroit Lakes area deer population appears to be up from last year.

Many does, plenty of twin fawns and yearlings have been sighted. Only small bucks have been observed.”

Deer hunting licenses, lottery applications and special hunt applications are available at any DNR license agent, by telephone at 888-665-4236 or online at www.mndnr.gov/buyalicense.

The DNR strongly advises hunters to review new deer hunting regulations, permit area designations and boundary changes before applying. Current and up-to-date information is available online at www.mndnr.gov/hunting/deer.

Lottery winners will be notified in October.

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Ingredients: -8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature) -1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded and divided) -1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded and divided) -1 cup pizza sauce -Assorted pizza toppings of choice How to make: -First, spread the cream cheese in the bottom of a deep, 9-inch pie plate. Then, add half of the Mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese.

-Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the layers of cheese. Add the remaining cheese.

-Add your favorite pizza toppings of choice (pepperoni and Canadian bacon shown) -Bake in an oven heated to 400 degrees for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Family fun at Harvest Fest Mark your calendars on September 26th for full day of family fun in Perham! There are many activities being planned for this annual event including special sales at area retailers, family pumpkin picking, a pie baking contest, live entertainment and fabulous food. The Goose Gang will even have the Corn Pool ready for action—including the slide.

Event coordinator, Laura Bjerke, says, “We are really looking forward to having a good

turn-out for Harvest Fest this year. It has always been a fun family event and this year will be no exception.”

For more information on the pumpkin picking contact Liz Swanson at swanson@arvig.net For the pie baking contest, please contact Kristi at kristi.strong@gmail.com.

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Hike, bike or ride through the colors of fall

Inspiration Peak rises above hardwood forest and prairie hills to give hikers a stunning view of the surrounding countryside.

Elizabeth Huwe

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As area leaves start to turn from lush green to vibrant, fiery hues of scarlet, copper and amber, residents and visitors of Minnesota turn out in droves to take in the sight.

While driving through the countryside offers a convenient way to quickly see wide areas of scenery, being strapped in a car creates a disconnect with the actual experience of being in nature.

This autumn, try a slightly more involved way to immerse yourself in the season’s natural colors.

Hike Inspiration Peak Inspiration Peak is a Minnesota State Park Wayside (a parcel of land too small to be an independent park) located in the southern part of Otter Tail County, 16 | Fall Scene September 2015

near the town of Urbank.

The peak rises to 1,750 feet – about 400 feet above the surrounding countryside – giving those who climb the paved trail a nearly unobstructed view of the surrounding hardwood forest and prairie hills.

Nobel Prize-winning author (and Minnesotan) Sinclair Lewis was the one who penned the name “Inspiration

Peak” for the hill in the 1930s – before that time, it was called Leaf Mountain.

In addition to the trail and associated benches, restrooms, a parking lot and a picnic area are available at Inspiration Peak.

For more information about this wayside, visit www.dnr.state.mn.us/ state_parks/waysides/index.html.

Bike Glendalough State Park Biking around Glendalough State Park, found north of Battle Lake in the south-central portion of Otter Tail County, is another up-close and personal option to see fall colors.

The 12-mile trail takes bicyclists from the town of Battle Lake, around the northwestern side of West Battle Lake and into a loop of the park.

Within the park, there is also a 1-1/2 mile gravel path that can be explored by bike and 2 miles of mountain biking trails.

Visitors who enter the park on bicycle do not need to pay the same vehicle fee as motorists, however; park officials request that the marked trails are respected – and that bikers not leave the paths.

A special fall colors bike ride through the park is scheduled for Sunday, Sept.

27, from 10 a.m. – noon. The ride will be led by park staff, which will share the history of Glendalough and teach participants about the park’s features.

Go to www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_ parks/glendalough/index.html for more information about Glendalough State park.

Ride Maplewood State Park Maplewood State Park, located near Pelican Rapids, in the northwestern portion of Otter Tail County, is a local highlight for seasonal horseback riding trails.

The park is home to 20 miles of horse trails through the namesake maple forest and a specialized, 24-site horse camp area.

Horses can only be ridden on specifically designated horse trails in this and other state parks. Other riding options in the region include the Huntersville State Forest and Lake Carlos State Park.

In order to ride a horse in the state park, individuals aged 16 or older must have a horse pass from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

Several levels of passes are available

The Glendalough Trail is a 12-mile, 10-foot-wide paved bike path that takes riders past West Battle Lake and through Glendalough State Park.

for a variety of costs, ranging from daily ($5) to annual ($21).

Maplewood State Park also has a scenic park drive, along with hiking routes and winter trails for cross country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

Fall-themed activities will take place at Maplewood over their “Leaf Days”

events, which will be held Sept. 26 and 27, and Oct. 3 and 4.

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

25807 Cty. Hwy. 22, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820

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

911 Hwy. 34 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3190 Country Kitchen Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner we have you covered. Try our great desserts too! Open daily at 6:00 AM 705 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes 218-847-0472 Holiday Inn When you come into the Icehouse Restaurant the first thing you will notice is the view. Overlooking Big Detroit Lake, you will experience both sunrises and sunsets with windows from floor to ceiling and seasonal lakeside patio seating. During the cold months, we keep the fireplace lit for your comfort. If you are looking for a sports bar environment, you could select the Holiday Beach Bar & Grill, complete with 10 flat panel televisions and excellent menu.

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

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

22931 185th Street, Detroit Lakes 218-439-3028 MAIN STREET RESTAURANT If you want to experience one of Detroit Lakes’ ‘local hangouts’, you have to stop by Main Street Restaurant! they have been voted the “Best Breakfast in Town” and they are sure to deliver. Main Street Restaurant offers quality, homemade food and big portions at a reasonable price. Hours: Mon-Fri. 7:00 a.m.- 4:45 p.m. Sat. 7:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Sun. 8:00-1:45 p.m.

900 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3344 McDONALDS The menu you love, plus so much more! Since 1955, we’ve been proud to serve the world some of its favorite food. And along the way, we’ve managed not just live to history, but create it: from drive-thru restaurants to Chicken McNuggets.

415 Frazee St E, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3558 www.mcminnesota.com Speak Easy We offer a full menu of Italian and American cuisine. Nightly specials Monday through Friday. Stop in for lunch and enjoy delicious sandwiches, salads and pastas. We have something for everyone and we are the perfect choice for catering and for weddings and parties. Call or stop in today!

1100 N Shore Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-1326 speakeasyrestaurant.com

PARK RAPIDS 3rd Street Market A unique shopping & lunch experience featuring homemade pies, soups, wraps & sandwiches; natural, gourmet & specialty foods; vitamins & supplements; health & beauty needs; books & gluten-free products. Market hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-4. Lunch served: Mon.-Sat. 11-3, coffee, pies & treats ‘til 4 120 W. 3rd St., Park Rapids 218-732-9063.

Bella Caffe Serving fine Italian espresso drinks, wine, great lunches and antipasto daily. Also, undeiable desserts and baked treats. Open daily at 7 am - 6 pm, Fri. 7 am - 8 pm and Sun. 9 am - 4 pm. Also a wireless hot spot.

116 Third St. W., Park Rapids 218-732-7625 Benson’s Eating & Drinking Emporium Menu items to please every palate. Appetizers, salads, pizza, sandwiches, wraps, melts, burgers, sides,and a kids menu. Watch the game while you eat on one of 8 HDTVs. Open 7 days a week at 11 a.m.

Main Street, Walker 218-547-1896.

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Beyond Juice Beyond Juice offers healthy and delicious choices!

100% fresh fruit smoothies, fresh-made deli sandwiches and homemade soups and crisp salads. Try our new breakfasts. Children’s menu. We deliver and cater. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 9 am, Sun. at 10 am.

203 South Main Street, Park Rapids 218-732-0422.

Blueberry Pines Restaurant Blueberry Pines Restaurant offers the area’s best fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, fresh cut meats, hand-pattied burgers, pizza & appetizers. New fabulous brunch buffet Sundays from 10 am - 1 pm.

An extensive wine list and the area’s best service staff. Live dining entertainment Fri. & Sat. evenings & during Sunday’s brunch. Enjoy the comfort of our log clubhouse and wonderful outdoor scenery. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for off-season hours.

Located south of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71.

218-564-4653 www.blueberrypinesgolf.com Emmaville Store Historic country store & cafe featuring daily breakfast and lunch specials. Dinner specials on Friday and Saturday nights.Sunday Breakfast Buffet and Taco Bar Tuesdays 5-7:30 pm. Also offering ice cream, shakes, sundaes & fabulous caramel rolls! Bar with pizzas and big screen TV. Open 7 days a week. Open until 9 pm on weekends 12 miles N. of Park Rapids on Co. Rd. 4 (Lake George Rd) 218-732-8544 www.emmavillestore.com.

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Hilltop Inn we are known for our Prime Rib and Broiled Walleye.

And, our Walleye Taco is a real hit! Meal choices are varied and abundant. Choose from full meal salads, sandwiches and wraps (the Optimus Prime Rib is a winner), burgers, and a grand selection of entrees including Walleye, Shrimp, Chicken, Ribs, Steak and Prime Rib. Homemade desserts, too. Good selection of wines and beer. Open Tuesday-Sunday at 4pm.

Hubbard, MN. hubbardhilltop.com Find us on Facebook Ironhorse Bar & Grill The best smoked brisket around! Mouth-watering lunch and dinner specials. Smoked prime rib every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers, ribs, burgers, sandwiches and full BBQ menu daily. Full bar. Music every weekend. Open daily at 11 am.

Downtown Nevis • 218-652-3898.

Lake George Cafe We do breakfast all day! Lunch menu, American food, lunch & dinner specials. Open Tues.-Fri. 7 am - 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am - 3 pm. Closed Mon Hwy. 71, Lake Geroge (37550 Night Hawk Rd.) 218-699-3080 LaPasta For lunch choose from delicious burgers, salads and some entrees from the evening LaPasta Italian menu.

Evening diners can select from the full LaPasta Italian menu with American entrees available. Breakfast Wed.-Sun. 9 am - Noon. Lunch Tues.-Sun. Noon - 3 pm. Dinner Thurs.-Sun. at 5 pm. Starting Memorial Day, dinner 7 days a week 5 pm.

Downtown Dorset 218-732-0275.

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Lobo’s Bar & Grill Legendary food & spirits! Try the best Angus burgers, enjoy prime rib & walleye Friday and Saturday nights, too. Dine in or carry out. Full bar and off sale. Food served: 11 am-10 pm Mon.-Sat., 12-10 pm Sun. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am-1 am; Sun.12 noon-12 mid.

Located on Hwy. 200 next to Itasca State Park 218-266-3611.

Necce’s Ristorante Authentic Italian cuisine prepared fresh daily by Necce, our Tuscan Certified Chef! Enjoy housemade Italian specilaities like sausage manicotti, lasagna classico, spaghetti & meatballs, chicken marsala, filet gorgonzola, Caeser salad & delicious desserts!

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311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids 218-237-4625 Schwarzwald Restaurant Proudly serving German specialties. Try our wiener schnitzel, homemade noodles and red cabbage!

Large Sundaysmorgasbord 10:30 am-2 pm. Daily soup & sandwich specials, breakfast served all day, salad bar. German beer & wine. Open daily 7:30am - 2:30pm. Main Street, Park Rapids 218-732-8828.

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104 N 1ST AVE. DENT, MN 56528 • 218-758-8000

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Stompin’ Grounds Full menu served daily.

Sink your teeth into the ‘Stompin Burger,” our most popular burger! Chicken, fish, homemade soup & more. Don’t miss Wing Wednesdays! Full bar ~ 4 pm Happy Hour. Breakfast Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 11 am.

Kitchen open Sat. - Thurs. 10 am - 8pm, Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 9 pm. Bar open Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 1 am, Sun. 10 am - Midnight Hwy. 64, N. of Akeley • 218-652-2964.

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

Walker 218-547-7777 View our menu at www.chaseonthelake.com.

The Family Inn & Lodge at Vacationaire Casual and fine dining in our dining room or on the deck overlooking beautiful Island Lake. Full menu, kids menu, broasted chicken eat-in or take-out. Reservations recommended. Kitchen open until 10 pm.

26333 Icon Drive, Park Rapids. 8 miles north of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71, right on Co. Rd. 89 for 1 mile 218-732-5270

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The Good Life Cafe We make our meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. Lunch and dinner menus offer a combination of traditional and adventurous dishes, including comfort foods, vegetarian and gluten-free. We prepare unique specials for each meal and refresh our menu with the seasons. We also have 10 beers on tap, cocktails, wine, free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating & a kids menu.

Open every day at 11 am from Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend. Closed Sun. & Mon. in the fall and winter.

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

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

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

Y Steak House Celebrating our 70th year in fine dining in the Park Rapids area. Prime rib nightly, walleye, jumbo shrimp, BBQ ribs, Alaskan king crab legs, choice steaks, chicken, combination meals, children’s menu, nightly specials and your favorite beverage from the bar. NOW SERVING LUNCH. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm, Fri. & Sat. 11 am 10 pm. Reservations appreciated.

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

Zona Rosa Visit old Mexico in the heart of beautiful downtown Walker. Large selection of authentic Mexican and American favorites. Full bar, specializing in margaritas. Warm “south of the border” atmosphere and outdoor patio dining. Kids menu. Lunch, dinner, daily specials. Open 7 days a week 5th St. North, downtown Walker 218-547-3558

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