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step up your summer garden
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Local lakes guide
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Make your own decorative stepping stone Popular lakes in the Perham area
2014 fishing seasons & review of the trespass law
10 the tracks of history
Area towns along the railroad line
13 east otter tail resorts 14 advice from a garage sale guru
Hints for buying & selling
Pioneer Grounds is going through a rejuvenation
20 sweet summer treats 28 dining guide The East Otter Tail Lakes Area Summer Scene is a magazine that is published monthly from May through September. The magazine is for the reading enjoyment of visitors as well as seasonal and year-round residents. Two additional versions of the magazine are published in Detroit Lakes and Park Rapids.
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• Perham Lions Motorcycle run 6.21.14 • Perham Center for the Arts Food & Craft Vendors F/S • United Community Bank Shop Perham & Win • Bremer Bank PLGC Scavenger Hunt Golf 6.21.14 • ACE Hardware Frisbee Golf Tourney 6.15.14 • Arvig/KLN Grand Parade 6.20.14 • KLN $500 Medallion Hunt Starts 6-14-14 • The BREW- Friday Night Entertainment • Landmark Liquors $500 Medallion Hunt Starts 6-18-14 • Perham Lions Demo Derby 6.21.14 • Arvig Summer Fun Event 6.19.14 • Knuttila Financial Services Miss Perham Pageants 6.21.14 • Lakes 99.5 & Central MN Credit Union Turtle Races W/F • Perham Health – Perham CC Turtle Fest 5k run 6.21.14 • Coldwell Banker All City Rummage Sale 6.21.14 • Arvig- Perham Express Train rides W/F/S 10am-3pm • PFD Breakfast 6.21.14 & Rotary Breakfast 6.22.14 • Lakes 99.5 Community Idol 6.20.14
22nd Annual Great American Think-Off Philosophy Debate
Saturday, June 14 at 7 pm Mann Center for the Performing Arts at the nYM School Tickets available at the Center Call 218-385-3339 or online www.think-off.org
The 2014 four debate finalists have been selected. They will debate the question: “Love or Fear: which motivates us more?” Please join us on June 14th and help choose the winner of this year’s debate. Other upcoming events: Friday, July 11th as part of the Mills Summer Celebration and LundMania fishing tournament, artists will paint 4 fish houses and 8 fish decoys. The Center will auction the fish houses and the decoys at 6:30 pm. The annual Puppet Pageant Friday, August 15th, 7 pm immediately following the annual Mills Corn Feed. The Pageant features a new story from the Finnish epic poem-the Kalevala-each year. Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 10 am-5 pm; Saturday: 10 am-3 pm www.think-off.org • www.kulcher.org, call 218-385-3339, e-mail info@kulcher.org
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Step up your summer garden Homemade stepping stones add a personal, decorative touch by Elizabeth Huwe A quick, easy way to add a personal touch to your garden or porch is with a decorated stepping stone. When making these stones yourself, you have the option of using precisely the colors, shapes and materials you like the best. This project can get messy, so use a drop cloth or go outside to mix and decorate. Also, be sure to wash your hands and all tools used as soon as possible when finished. Do not dump any cement water in the sink, toilet or bathtub. These instructions are for approximately one large stepping stone. What you’ll need: - Eight to 10 pounds of stepping stone or concrete mix. Safety tip: If you’re planning to do hand or foot prints in the stone, get a product without Portland cement as an ingredient. Portland cement heats up when moistened and can cause burns. - A plastic or metal mold (about 12 inches across and at least 2 inches deep). Molds can be purchased in various shapes, or you can make your own with an old cake pan, ice cream bucket or other container. -Mosaic tiles, beads, marbles etc. for decorating (avoid fragile or sharp items such as shells, broken glass or jagged stones). - Petroleum jelly, paper towel. - A bucket or other container for mixing and something to stir with. -Water, according to package instructions What to do: - First, thoroughly ‘grease’ the mold with the petroleum jelly and paper towel. Be sure to focus on any corners and small places where the stone might stick. On this mold, the head and body of the butterfly are two potential trouble spots. -Next, plan out how you would like to decorate your stone.
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Hand or foot prints should be done first, and then decorations added around the print. If the stone will be walked on, plan on using decorations which will not hurt bare feet. -Prepare the concrete or stepping stone mix according to the directions and pour it into the mold. If the mix is too thick to pour or shape, add no more than an extra 1/4 cup of water. -Shake and jiggle the mold to evenly distribute the mix and get rid of any air bubbles, then smooth the surface of the mix. -If making a print, now is the time. Wash off the hand/foot right away. -Press the decorations into the wet mixture. Avoid placing pieces within a half-inch of the edge. Be sure to press pieces in far enough that they will stay put. -Move the filled mold to a room-temperature place where it will not be disturbed while drying. After two or three hours, check to ensure that decorations are not being pushed out of the concrete. If this is the case, simply press the piece back down. -Let the stone dry for at least 12 hours, or until the outside has hardened. -Remove the stone from the mold by placing a piece of cardboard over the top and flipping the mold. Tap lightly on
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Local lakes guide
Five of the Perham area’s most popular fishing and recreational lakes by Elizabeth Huwe In the land of 10,000 lakes, it can be hard to choose where you want to go to hit the water or go fishing. Actually, it’s more like 11,842 lakes… but who’s counting? To get you started, here is a basic guide to five of the most popular fishing and recreational lakes in the Perham area. Information has been provided by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and local fishermen Doug Harthan and Nick Adamczyk.
Otter Tail Lake The biggest lake in the county Otter Tail Lake is about one mile west of the city of Ottertail. At 13,725 acres, the lake is the 10th largest in the state, and the largest in Otter Tail County. The lake has a maximum depth of about 120 feet. There are three concrete public access areas on Otter Tail Lake: on the east shore along State Highway 78, the west shore along County Highway72, and the north shore along County Road 1. Otter Tail Lake is part of the Otter Tail River chain of lakes, along with Rush, Big
Pine and Little Pine Lakes upstream. Harthan and Adamczyk each said that Otter Tail is a very good lake for walleye. “It sees a lot of traffic,” Harthan said. Adamczyk said this lake is very structured. For walleyes here, he recommended using jigs or minnows in the shallow areas. According to the DNR, Otter Tail Lake is also well known for yellow perch. A special minimum size limit for northern pike is in place on this lake. Any northern less than 30 inches long must be immediately returned to the water. Anglers can also only keep one northern meeting the size requirement.
Rush Lake
Big Pine Lake
A great all-around fishing lake
A premier walleye lake
Rush Lake is upstream from Otter Tail Lake on the river chain. It is located about two miles north of the city of Ottertail. This lake covers about 5,338 acres and has a maximum depth of 68 feet. The DNR maintains two concrete public accesses on Rush Lake. One is on the northeast shore of the lake, off of County Road 14. Another public access is on the southwest shore, off of State Highway 78. According to the DNR, Rush Lake has a reputation for being a great all-around fishing lake with dominant populations of northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie and bluegills. Harthan said while Rush is known to be good for walleye, it can also be very promising for largemouth bass. “Use your favorite bait and technique,” Adamczyk said for fishing on Rush Lake. Catching a fish is never a sure thing; but it’s hard to have a complete failure of a day on Rush Lake.
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Farther upstream is Big Pine Lake, located three miles east of Perham. Big Pine covers about 4,730 acres and goes to a depth of about 76 feet. The DNR built a dam at the outlet of this lake, along with two concrete public access points. One access is on the southeast shore, off of County Road 53. The other is on Grand View Drive along the northwest shore. An earthen access point also maintained by the DNR can be found along the northern shoreline on Wintergreen Road, off of County Highway 8. According to the DNR, Big Pine Lake is one of the premier walleye lakes in the county. Special regulations are in place for walleye fishing on this lake.
All walleye between 18 and 26 inches long must be released immediately. Anglers can keep one walleye over 26 inches long. Adamczyk said Big Pine is “a really excellent lake with lots of structure and sunken islands.” While he agreed that walleye fishing here is good, he said there are plenty of northerns, crappies and “big sunfish, if you can find them.”
Star Lake
Little Pine Lake
A strong population of sunnies
Featuring a public access with a park
Star Lake is about 16 miles south and west from Perham, or four miles west of Dent. This 4,721 acre lake has a maximum depth of 94 feet. Concrete public accesses are on the east shoreline from Beaver Dam Road and another on the north side off of State Highway 108. Star Lake has marshy areas in its southern bay and western arm. According to the DNR, Star also has a reputation as a great all-around fishing lake with northern pike, largemouth bass, walleye, and bluegills. Surveys of lake life have shown a dense population of pike with an increasing number of walleye. “It’s a really fun, really nice lake,” Adamczyk said. “There are lots of big sunnies.” A special daily limit of 10 sunfish is in effect on Star Lake to maintain the population’s strength.
Two miles north of Perham, Little Pine Lake covers about 1,969 acres. It has a maximum depth of 63 feet. According to the DNR, a dam has been built at the outlet of Little Pine. However, the Otter Tail River inlet is navigable by boat for a distance upstream. In addition to the dam, the department maintains a concrete public access area on County Highway 8 along the southeast shoreline. A second access, owned by the city of Perham, can be found in Paul Miller Park, on
the west shore of the lake, off County Highway 51. The park has picnic shelters, restrooms and a playground area, in addition to the boat area. Harthan said Little Pine also has a good reputation for walleye. To maintain that walleye population, the DNR has requires that 18 to 26 inch walleyes must be immediately released and fishers may keep one over 26 inches. For walleye on this lake, Adamczyk recommended using a jig or shiners earlier in the year in shallow areas. “There are lots of northerns,” he added.
Have an adventure! In the end, Adamczyk said, there are a lot of great, small lakes in the area that offer a lot of opportunities. Don’t be afraid to have an adventure and go off the beaten path. For a different kind of experience, Harthan said fly casting can work on the lakes for panfish, northerns, carp or muskies. He added that the Otter Tail River also offers some great fly fishing opportunities for smallmouth bass (catch and release only).
Reader reports
We asked our Facebook friends to share their favorite local lakes and spots to go on the water. Here’s what some of them had to say… “Marion Lake. We had a cabin there. My fondest memories.” — Sandi Noble “Dead Lake… if you don’t want to look at cabins all day.” — Tyrell Adams “Paul Miller Park for great swimming and grilling.” — Coke Jahnke
“Star Lake for some great fishing spots and a fabulous sand bar to park your boat/pontoon at and play water volleyball with a bunch of nice people.” — Marcia Norstebon Davis
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Helpful information for anglers 2014 fishing seasons ✜W alleye and sauger, May 10-Feb. 22 ✜N orthern pike, May 10-Feb. 22 ✜M uskellunge, June 7-Dec. 1 ✜L argemouth bass, May 24-Feb. 22 ✜S mallmouth bass, May 24-Sept. 7 (Catch and release, Sept. 8-Feb. 22) ✜ C rappie, continuous ✜ Sunfish, continuous ✜R ock bass, continuous ✜W hite bass, continuous ✜C hannel and flathead catfish, continuous ✜P erch, continuous ✜ Bullhead, continuous ✜ Whitefish, continuous ✜ Smelt, continuous ✜L ake sturgeon and shovelnose sturgeon, closed ✜P addlefish, no open season ✜L ake trout, May 10-Sept. 30 and Jan. 17-March 31 Fishing licenses may be bought online at mndnr.gov/buyalicense Information from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
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TRESPASS LAW The trespass law applies to all outdoor recreation, including hunting, boating, fishing, hiking and more. When taking part in any outdoor recreation, you may not enter legally posted land or agricultural land without permission. Landowners, lessees, or authorized managers need only post their land once a year. The signs must be placed at intervals of 1,000 feet (500 feet in wooded areas) or signs may be placed at primary corners and at access points to the property. Signs must state “No Trespassing,” or similar words, in 2-inch-high letters and have the signature or name and telephone number of the landowner, lessee, or manager. There can be civil or criminal penalties for violation of the trespass laws with maximum fines up to $3,000 and license revocation. All conservation officers and peace officers enforce trespass laws. What is lawful access? A stream or lake is lawfully accessible if there is a public access, or if public land or a public road right-of-way borders the surface
of the water, or if you have permission to cross private land to reach the surface of the water. This includes walking in the water or on the ice in connection with such activities regardless of who owns the land beneath the surface of the water. What waters are open to recreational use? A stream or lake is open to recreational use over its entire surface if it is capable of recreational use and if it is lawfully accessible. Any water that will float a canoe is capable of recreational use, but other waters may also qualify depending upon the circumstances. Can I take my dog with me on an Aquatic Management Area? On an Easement Aquatic Management Area, a person must always get permission from the landowner to take a dog with them, unless otherwise posted. You may not enter a Restricted or General Use Aquatic Management Area with a dog except under permit by the commissioner, or if the dog is accompanied by you and under your control. Dogs must be on a leash from April 16 through July 14.
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events calendar May: 10 – Walleye fishing opener 23 – Perham Chamber Golf Scramble, at Perham Lakeside Golf Course 24 – Bass fishing opener 31 – 6th Annual Adult-Young Adult Fishing Tournament, at Zorbaz in Perham June: Every Wednesday in Perham: Perham International Turtle Races. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Races start at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Perham Chamber at 218-346-7710 7-8 – 13th Annual Ronald McDonald House Benefit Ride in New York Mills (www.rmhride.com) 14 – Great American Think-Off, at the Cultural Center in New York Mills 14 - 5K and 10K Run, at Paul Miller Park in Perham 14-22 – Turtle Fest 2014, in Perham. For a complete schedule of events, visit perham.com. 20 – Turtle Fest Grand Parade, in downtown Perham at 6:30 p.m. 21 – Miss Perham and Miss Heart of the Lakes Pageants, at Perham High School 27 – Highway 10 Baseball Classic 28 – BBQ Cook-Off, in downtown Perham 28 – Average Joe Triathlon, at Paul Miller Park in Perham July: Every Wednesday in Perham: Perham International Turtle Races. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Races start at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Perham Chamber at 218-346-7710 4 – Fourth of July Fireworks, at the East Otter Tail County Fairgrounds/Krueger Field in Perham at 10 p.m. 6 – Perham Area Cruisers Classic Car Show, at the East Otter Tail County Fairgrounds in Perham 11 – Relay For Life of East Otter Tail County, at the Perham High School track 11 – Lund Mania Summer Celebration and Fishing Tournament in New York Mills; parade, street dance, vendors and more 11 – Fish Decoy Show and Ice House Decorating Contest and Auction, at the Cultural Center in New York Mills 12 – Kinship Flotilla, at Zorbaz in Perham 12 – Ottertail Community Auction, in Ottertail 12 – Dent Daze, in Dent 12-13 – Phelps Mill Arts Festival, at Phelps Mill, 10 miles north of Underwood (phelpsmillfestival.com) 24-27 – East Otter Tail County Fair, in Perham (eotcountyfair.org)
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Following the tracks of history Lakes Area towns along the railroad line by Lina Belar In the mid to late 1800s, the Northern Pacific railroad platted towns along its tracks in order to draw more business to the railroad. The first town platted by the railroad as it entered Otter Tail County from the east was Bluffton. It was platted by A.M. Arling for the proprietor, Charley Maltby, in 1880 and recorded in March of that year. Maltby also established a grist mill in the town, which accounted for its rapid growth. In the early 1870s,
the population of Bluffton was larger than Wadena. Today it is a quiet town with a handsome church and a population of 207. Next up the railroad line was the town of Topelius, also spelled Dopelius. It was located about 4 miles east of New York Mills and it had a depot that was open day and night. Since it was a station on the Northern Pacific Railroad line, it had a post office. There were two stores, including a dry goods store. There were also two blacksmith shops and a garage. There were two churches,
Materials for the sawmill in New York Mills were brought in by rail. The sawmill helped establish the town, but what it became better known for later was and is its strong Finnish population. In the late 1800s, one Finnish newspaper article claimed, “New York Mills is the biggest Finnish farming region in America.” One of the area’s original Finnish farmsteads has been preserved and is now the site of the Finn Creek Open Air Museum (pictured).
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the Apostolic Lutheran Congregation of Topelius, founded by A. Kinnunen, and the National Congregation, started in 1911 by Victor Maki. It’s hard to know all the factors that cause one town to thrive and another to dwindle, but Topelius unfortunately fell into the latter category. Until 1975, there was still some evidence of the town. In the woods were ruins of sidewalks and a school house and church on the south side, but since then it has been cleaned up and plowed into fields. Further on was Boardman, the first village platted in Newton Township. It was located on the Northern Pacific railroad in Section 7 and its plat recorded in 1880. Since New York Mills was laid out but a half mile from Boardman, the smaller town was eventually enveloped and lost its identity. New York Mills had been given its name by Dr. Van Aerman and his two partners, Olcot P. Boardman and George L. Cornwell, who built their sawmill in Section 8, the present town site. The first shipment of material hauled by the railroad was supplies for the sawmill. While Yankees from New York had been the first to settle the area, the growth of the town was due mainly to an influx of settlers from Finland. During the 19th century, Finland had a series of famines, and people began immigrating to Minnesota. Many settled in the area of New York Mills. According to the Uusi Kotimaa, a Finnish language newspaper, by the end of 1881 there were already 64 Finnish farmers in New York Mills – a significant figure when compared with the 1884 incorporation
petition, which claimed 300 total inhabitants for New York Mills. The reputation of New York Mills was spread among Finns by word of mouth, letters written by individuals, and finally, even the printed page. To families in Finland, living through one financial crisis after another, the following advertisement (which appeared in Finland at the time) must have sounded enticing: “I have the privilege of announcing to my fellow citizens that I have acquired thousands of acres of land, both farms ready for tilling and uncleared acreage. Since I am not a farmer but a businessman, I would like to dispose of these lands in order to devote my full time to my business. I am therefore prepared to sell these lands at very low prices and on favorable terms. Those honorable fellow-citizens who desire a quiet and peaceful home to which to retire should turn to me. New York Mills is the biggest Finnish farming region in America. There are hundreds of Finnish homes here, where happy lives are being led. You will be surrounded by peaceful, accommodating, friendly and kind Finnish neighbors – in a word, you will be living as if you were at home in Finland.” One of the original Finnish farmsteads is now the site of the Finn Creek Open Air Museum. It opened in 1976 with the mission of preserving the heritage and artifacts of the early settlers. The 40-acre site is also the site of the Summer Folk Festival, a two-day festival held the last weekend in August. A few miles west of New York Mills is the forgotten town of Richdale. It was located in Section 33 where the railroad crossed Pine Lake Township. It was platted by George A. Burbank for Albert
The historic creamery building in downtown New York Mills has survived the changing times. It is still used today as a center for community events and education.
and Augusta Boedigheimer in 1899. The place was originally called Richland, but due to another town by the name, it was changed to Richdale. In 1975, U.S. Highway 10 was made into a fourlane highway with an overpass created for the railroad tracks below. Although maps still show Richdale, the original town site location no longer exists. In July of 1872, the Lake Superior and Puget Sound Land Company laid out the original town site of Perham. According to an article by Tom Schmiedeler published in Minnesota History Magazine, “The timing of rail construction – along with corporate ambitions to sell land and town lots efficiently and to control farm-commodity, timber, and ore movements – were the most critical factors in siting and plat-
ting railroad towns. They platted town sites as part of a comprehensive system, locating individual towns by projected trade areas and by the placement of towns along rival lines. They promoted land sales by advertising in pamphlets and circulars. The immediate goal was profit from the sale of town lots, but in the long run, larger profits were anticipated from commodity shipments channeled through the town.” After the Northern Pacific was completed as far as Perham, the company established a station there and built a sidetrack and named it “Naganoma.” Henry Kemper and John Drahmann, who built the first store in Perham, received the first goods to be brought in by rail. Perham is now a thriving commu-
Luce, incorporated in 1906 after the Northern Pacific railroad passed through the territory, was the site of The First and Last Chance Saloon, so named because of its location near an Indian Reservation, where alcohol was banned. It was the last chance for people coming from the east to buy booze, and the first chance for people coming from the west. After the saloon closed in 1920, the village dissolved.
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nity filled with an interesting variety of shops and restaurants. One good place to find out more about Perham is at the Perham Area Chamber of Commerce, which is located in the Perham City Hall on Main Street. Built in 1902 and remodeled in 1993, the City Hall is the first, and so far the only, building in Perham to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Main Street parallels the railroad tracks, and other historic buildings can be found one block west, on the corner of 1st Avenue. The century-old brick building where Photo Magic is now located was originally built by Amos Marckel, whose name can be seen in the stained glass above the doors. Marckel, one of the early residents of Perham, was born in 1863. Until 1939, he owned The Marckel Company which dealt in hardware and farm implements. Across Main Street is another brick building, now a gift shop. When it was first built it was Chris Schroeder’s store and the meeting place of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. If you look up, you can see the date and their symbol on the top of the building. In those early years, Perham Lodge No. 157 of the Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons also met there. Later, the Masons moved across the street to the Amos Marckel building. A few miles up Highway 10, toward Detroit Lakes, is a crossroads that looks
After the Northern Pacific railroad was completed as far as Perham, the company established a station there (pictured) and built a sidetrack called “Naganoma.” Henry Kemper and John Drahmann then built the first store in Perham, with the first goods brought in by rail.
like it might hold some memories. That spot is Luce, originally named Johnson when the Northern Pacific Railroad passed through the territory back in 1872. In the early years, there was a large wood yard, and pioneers would bring in logs to be shipped out to North Dakota. After incorporation in 1906, the town had a saloon called The First and Last Chance Saloon. It received its name because it was close to the Indian Reservation, where alcohol was banned. For people coming from the west, it
Perham’s history is rooted in the Northern Pacific railroad. Without the trains, it’s likely the town would never have existed, at least not to the extent it does today. Pictured is Perham City Hall, built in 1902. It’s the only building in the town to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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was their first chance to buy liquor. For those that came from the east, it was their last chance. There was a livery barn where people who came to town could tie their teams while they shopped or visited the saloon. On Friday nights, the town was crowded, as many people came to the dance. After the saloon closed in 1920, the village took action to dissolve its incorporation. U.S. Highway 10 was being built and the village would have to pay for its share if the road was a mile or more in length through the village. The record of this action never made it to the county seat, and as a consequence Luce is still shown on many maps. Luckily, the plat of Luce was made smaller and the taxpayers of the town didn’t have to pay for the new highway. In 1929, the Northern Pacific Depot in Luce was moved to Syre, Minn., and two years later the post office was abandoned. In 1973, the Minnesota Highway Department enlarged Highway 10 to a four- lane road. This took the last of the buildings, six houses, and the Luce Concrete Products Company leaving nothing but a dot on the map...and memories. Lina Belar is the founder and retired executive director of the Friends of the History Museum of East Otter Tail County. Resources used for this article and not already mentioned include “Perham in its Early Days,” by Henry Kemper, and “East Otter Tail County History, Volumes I and II.”
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Advice from a garage sale guru One long-time Perham area shopper shares helpful hints for buying and selling by Lina Belar When my late husband and I first talked about opening an antique shop, a friend gave us this advice: “Don’t buy anything you can’t live with – because you might have to.” This is good advice to keep in mind as the garage sale season begins. As summer gets near, sale signs start to appear on street corners in small towns and along dirt roads leading to rural farmhouses, pointing the way to where there are treasures just waiting to be found. Garage sales are found all over the country, sometimes by other names. In big cities like New York, they are called stoop sales, since that’s about the only free space available between the apartment house and the sidewalk. But whether it’s called a garage sale or a stoop sale or a rummage sale, tag sale, thrift sale or yard sale, the motiva-
tion behind it is the same: to get rid of things you don’t want or need, and perhaps make a little money in the process. Typical garage sale items include used clothing, books, toys, household decorations, lawn and garden tools, sports equipment and small electronics. Furniture and appliances and other large items can sometimes be found, as well. Items can range from new or nearly new to barely usable. Most garage sales occur when the weather is good, although a moving sale during the off-season might yield some interesting finds. Garage sales are by nature informal and unpredictable events, but there are an increasing number of organized ‘citywides,’ where dozens of garage sales occur on the same day or weekend. There are many reasons to stop at garage sales. For one thing, it’s a very practical way to find clothes, toys and furniture for growing families at a fraction of the cost
This folding traveling iron cost 59 cents when new and sold for not much more than that at a garage sale. It later sold on eBay for quite a bit more.
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of purchasing them new. I know people, both male and female, who have made an art out of dressing well from cast-off clothing. For a couple of years, while I was working, I sponsored a fundraiser called “Rags to Riches,” a runway style show where the models featured clothing that had been found at garage sales or thrift stores. Talk about being well dressed for less. Garage sales are also a great place to look for something to read. Books are often discarded after one reading and sold at very low prices. The only better place to buy books cheaply is at library book sales, which occur once or twice a year. Another fun reason to shop at garage sales is to look for inexpensive ways to redecorate the home or office. It is possible to find everything from furniture and draperies to lighting fixtures and artwork. With some diligence, an entire room can be redone for very little money. Many people frequent garage sales looking for treasures to resell in shops or on internet markets like eBay. Popular TV programs like Antiques Road Show have educated the American public about the potential treasures to be found at garage sales. In any conversation about garage sales, there will be someone who can tell you about the lucky ‘find’ they heard about. Sometimes it’s a Tiffany lamp, or a rare Oriental carpet, or an original painting by a famous artist. But the people who are most successful at buying garage sale items to resell are those who rely less on luck than a careful study of the market and the dedication to stick to the hunt and not be distracted by everything else. One reseller I know concentrates
on items from the middle of the last century, another on textiles. They’ve successfully focused on their specialties for decades and, as a consequence, have a ready and waiting market for anything they find. And finally, garage sales fill a social need, providing a place to meet neighbors or discover new like-minded friends. Helpful hints for selling items at a garage sale - Use a simple pricing system: 10 cents, 25 cents, $1, $5. It will make it easier to add and make change. - Be realistic: Don’t expect to receive top dollar prices at a garage sale. If you think you have something really valuable, look for a different kind of market. On the other hand, items that are clean and orderly will always get a better price and there’s no reason not to try for that. A well-organized garage sale can generate quite a bit of money, and what could be better than sitting outside on a balmy summer day visiting with friends, neighbors and strangers? - Put your best stuff forward: Many garage sale shoppers cruise the streets to see what’s available. If they see a bunch of junk, they are liable to pass on by without discovering the amazing treasures you’ve finally cleaned out of your attic. Helpful hints for buying items at a garage sale - Decide the kinds of things you are looking for and learn as much as you can about them. Study the market to see what the prices are like. If you are aiming to sell on eBay, check the prices of similar items that have sold, not just the prices they are being listed for. - Shop fast. Save your socializing for later. - Attend citywide garage sales, where you can visit many sales in a short period of time. - Check out church rummage sales. They often attract an eclectic mix of items that you might not see otherwise. - Check each item for defects. Garage sales are final and items are not warrantied or guaranteed. - And finally, don’t buy anything you can’t live with, because you might have to. Lina Belar is a Perham historian, former antique store owner and long-time garage sale shopper.
This embroidered clothespin holder was a nice find at a garage sale.
These antique glass Christmas beads were what was left over from several broken strands. All the strands of antique glass Christmas beads as well as the loose pieces sold well on eBay, after being purchased for very little money at a garage sale.
Forest green glassware was very collectible at one time. Now there are fewer people collecting glassware from the depression era or the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s.
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Grounded in history, pioneering into the future New management seeks to rejuvenate Perham’s Pioneer Grounds by Marie Johnson Perham’s Pioneer Grounds and Pioneer Days festival are going through a revival. After some stagnation at the grounds in recent years, and dwindling attendance at the annual festival, the future is starting to look up for these historic homages to Perham’s past. New management has recently taken over, with the hope of bringing back the ‘good ole days’ of strong attendance at the festival and robust community usage of the Pioneer Village grounds and buildings. In April, the nonprofit History and Cultural Association of East Otter Tail County officially took over for the East Otter Tail County Historical Society. The historical society had managed the grounds for more than four decades, but in recent years had begun to suffer from lack of participation. The History and Cultural Association, which oversees Perham’s two museums, is a natural fit for Pioneer Grounds, bringing all of Perham’s historical entities under a single umbrella. Darla Ellingson, CEO of the association, said she and the other members are hoping to regenerate community interest in the grounds and festival. They’re working hard to promote Pioneer Village as a rental space for reunions, weddings and other family or community events, and they’re seeking input from the public on additional ways to utilize the park. They’re also looking for ideas about how to effectively revamp the festival.
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“We’ve already been contacted by quite a few folks that want to see the cultural activities continue,” said Ellingson in a press release to the Perham Focus. “We want to reconnect with past participants, as well as hear from new artists, crafters, musicians, theatrical performers and others that may have an interest in participating.” The association began its official search for feedback and input this spring, inviting the public to take a walking tour of the grounds and participate in an “Idea Day” brainstorming
session. In March, plans were already underway for this summer’s Pioneer Days festival, which will take place in midAugust. If all goes as hoped, it will be the first in a new era of revitalized, rejuvenated festivals. “Efforts will be focused on successful elements of the past, including threshing events, music, art, and a beer garden, as well as coordinating scheduling with activities of the neighboring Lake Country Mountaineers Black Powder Club,” Ellingson said in the release.
Darla Ellingson, CEO of the History and Cultural Association of East Otter Tail County and her sister, Diane Yarabinec, sit outside the Westby House in Pioneer Village.
The historical buildings on the grounds were brought in later. Most were donated.
The Pioneer Grounds has indoor and outdoor venues for rent for weddings, reunions and other events.
“We’ll add a few new surprises, with events concentrated around Saturday, Aug. 16.” The festival will feature free admission, other than a nominal fee for the evening concert and dance. Grounded in history The Pioneer Grounds consist of 25 park-like acres on Perham’s north edge, near the municipal golf course and ball fields. The land is part of 100 acres that were set aside by early visionaries for cultural and recreational opportunities. The 1971 celebration of Perham’s
centennial marked the beginning of Pioneer Days and what is now called Pioneer Village. Lina Belar, who was actively involved with the historical society for years, said the festival grew “out of the enthusiasm that was generated during Perham’s centennial.” Many people in town came together to help plan events for the celebration, and a large committee formed to coordinate and promote a festival centered on Perham’s 100-year history. The historical society became very energized and involved in this planning process, Belar
said. “People enjoyed it and hoped to have something every year, so that’s how the festival got started,” she said. Around that same time, the historical society made an agreement with the city of Perham to set up the grounds as a historical village, and a long-term lease for the property was signed. At first, Belar said, “it was basically bare land.” But over the years, buildings started accumulating on the grounds, one at a time. Most were donated. The log Westby House, for example, was left to the historical society by the Westby family. During festivals, it has served as the site of living history demonstrations such as bread-baking and laundry-washing. “It was a very popular stopping place on the grounds,” said Belar. Another donated building, the ballroom, came from Grandview Heights, which was a popular local dance hall in the 1940s. Eventually, more conventional structures were added to Pioneer Village, such as a kitchen area and steel storage building. As the village grew, it paved the way for more living history demonstrations to take place during the festival, and about nine years after the first Pioneer Days, the Lake Country Mountaineers Black Powder Club joined in the fun. The group began holding pre-1840s era reenactments during the festival, including demonstrations on black powder and muzzle loading, flintlock weapons and more. In those earlier days, the historical society received grant money for activities at the grounds, Belar said, and a large number of people had their hands on the happenings. Belar said the focus of the grounds and festival has always been on Perham’s early history. “What did the pioneers do? What did the early farmers do? What did the early settlers do? A lot of the events (during the festival) had to do with that,” she said. Pioneering into the future Pioneer Days, including the Black Powder Club’s annual rendezvous, have continued to this day. Ensuring their continued success into the future, however, presents some challenges. Much of the initial enthusiasm about
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the festival and grounds has waned over the years, as evidenced by weak attendance, low numbers of historical society members, and a lack of financial support that has led to the deterioration of some of Pioneer Village’s buildings. “There are several buildings offering incredible use opportunities,” Ellingson has said, adding that: “Some areas are in disrepair and a maintenance plan is needed.” In addition, there are numerous artifacts stored on the grounds that are at risk from being exposed to weather elements and pests. Funds will need to be raised to address these issues. Already, the festival has been granted $3,000, from the Lake Region Arts Council, to assess the festival, gain community and artist input, and work toward a revitalized festival in 2015. In the future, more grant funding will be sought to further the association’s efforts. The association is also boosting its promotion of the grounds as an event space, in hopes of generating additional income from rentals. Indoor and outdoor venues are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. A new online calendar lets people know what’s been scheduled for the grounds. To help facilitate the festival, rentals and other events, the association has created a part-time coordinator position. This position also oversees events at the In Their Own Words Veterans Museum. For more information about Pioneer Grounds, or to rent space, contact coordinator Julie Listrom at hacainfoeotc@ gmail.com or call 218-346-7678 Tuesday through Friday afternoons. You can also check out the Pioneer Grounds Facebook page for up-to-date information and photos.
The Black Powder Mountaineers Rendezvous has been a part of Pioneer Days since about 1980. Held at the Black Powder encampment adjoining Pioneer Grounds, the historical re-enactments have typically featured black powder and muzzle loading demonstrations, hunting techniques of the 1800s, a cowboy church service and more.
Volunteers demonstrate spinning techniques during a living history presentation at the 2002 Pioneer Days festival.
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ENJOY NATURE WITH THIS RURAL PERHAM HOME! 2600+/- fin. sq. ft. *5 bedroom 3 bath with walkout LL & heated tuck under shop. Oak kit. cabinets w/island. Patio door to large deck. Fun & safe playground. Custom FP & entertainment center, AC, steel siding, newer windows. Oversized double garage & storage enclosure. Laundry hookups on both levels. 1/2 mile to golf course & Little Pine public access.
Newer 2004 home on 4 Acres - This 3 bdrm 2 bath has been perfectly maintained. Partially finished basement with more potential. Over sided two stall garage with give ample room for parking and storage. Great Location to Perham, NYMills, Richville and Ottertail. Priced under Appraised Value.
BUCHANAN LAKE - 6.78 Acre lot with perfect level wooded 100ft of Frontage. Sandy beach with some reeds. Very private setting, No Covenants. Property is a perfect setting to camp and enjoy until you’re ready to build your dream home.
Quiet Cabin on Rush Lake - Large 1.2 Acre lot with great sand frontage and private wooded walking trails. Cozy 2 bdrm in great condition, storage sheds. fire pit, and room for yard games. Great Property at an affordable price. Invest and Enjoy!
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Spacious 2 bdrm home with unfinished basement this allows many options. Basement has Extra High Ceilings and plumbing in place for another bathroom. As you look thru the photo’s you will see how well cared for and move in ready this place is. Attached 2 stall garage, private back yard deck plus the Appliances are included. Great quality home at a Great Price. Hurry.
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36349 ROUND LAKE LOOP OttERtAiL, MN 56571 • Well kept Round Lake home with 187’ of sandy frontage • 2 bedrooms, 2 baths • 1-1/2 attached garage and 3 stall detached garage $217,000 MLS#20-1427
221 MN-78 OttERtAiL MN • Award winning bakery in Ottertail • Completely equipped for a full line bakery • Seller will train $180,000 MLS#20-5353
33472 tURtLE ViEw tR AiL UNDERwOOD, MN • 2 bedroom, 1 bath year around home w/walk out basement • Located on South Turtle Lake • Dock included $169,000 MLS#20-10631
44814 CRiMsON DRiVE OttERtAiL, MN • Buchanan Lake in the heart of Otter Tail County • Comfortable 3 season cabin on level north shore lot • Sandy beach and mature trees $269,900 MLS#20-12350
wADENA MN 56482 • 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths with mud room, family room and wet bar • 4 stall insulated, heated garage • New metal roofs $148,900 MLS#20-12334
45658 375th PERhAM MN 56573 • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom stylish log home • Stone fireplace • Level lot with 200’ frontage $299,000 MLS#20-10738
48907 PAiNtED LEAf hENNiNg MN 56551 • Custom built lake home on sandy beach on West Leaf Lake • Full custom kitchen with second kitchen in walk-out • 3,834 total square feet. Quality built! $439,000 MLS#20-12002
39323 CO. RD. 1 RiChViLLE MN 56576 • Affordable Ottertail Lake Property • 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • 3.5 acres include 150’ of Ottertail Lake frontage $134,000 MLS#20-6312
111 sAwMiLL OttERtAiL MN 56571 • 3 bedroom 2 bath home in the pines was built in 2005 • Cathedral ceiling in the large great room with exposed log beams • In-floor heat in house and garage $153,000 MLS#20-10451
D L SO sUgAR MAPLE DRiVE OttERtAiL MN 56571 • $18,000 under tax market value!!! • 182’ of shoreline on level lot on 1,173 acre Long Lake $44,900 MLS#20-10387
40788 iNDiAN OttERtAiL MN 56571 • Custom built log home on 2.5 acres with 172’ of sand beach • 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths • 34 X 64 toy shed $749,000 MLS#20-12590
41818 RiViERA DRiVE OttERtAiL, MN • Nearly new custom home on quiet cul-de-sac road • Beautiful landscaped 110’ level lot with a sandy beach • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a lot of nice amenities $749,900 MLS#20-12332
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bachmanncarow.com 48208 Luce Street ~ Perham, MN Vince Bachmann & LuAnn Carow, Brokers/Owners Alisyn C. Keil, Austin Bachmann and Anthony Bachmann, Agents Priceless views of Long Lake w. 150’ of frontage, great elevation, a beautiful yard & rip rap shoreline! Includes this 4 bedroom 2 bath home with a walkout basement, large deck and plenty of space for entertaining. $430,000
Parcel 1: Walk around this piece of land and you will Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath home w. 12' high ceilings throughout. Red oak kitchen cabinets, recessed lighting, central air and duel heat. The home has an attached finished, heated, three car garage. No Specials! $214,900
This 2 bedroom (could be 3) rambler style home has a 2 stall attached garage, fenced in back yard, and is conveniently located near the schools in Frazee. Also included is a 8x7 storage shed! $84,900 Nice 3 bedroom home is neat as a pin. There is a large cedar deck for entertaining, an above ground pool with deck, Jacuzzi and play yard for the kids. Multiple outbuildings include a Pole shed and Garden Shed. $173,000
5 Lots remaining with Highway 10 Exposure and access from Hwy 228. Each lot is 5-10 acres in size. Great Commercial location. Between Perham, Frazee & Vergas. Owner/Agent
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want to buy it! 57+ acres of mostly wooded land that has great hunting potential. Lots of deer sign and priced right for your next piece of land! The property has recently been surveyed. Menahga area $84,500 Parcel 2: 38.12 acres of land that can be used for hunting or a building site! There has been plenty of wild life on this property and as a bonus it also attaches to 44 acres of State of MN DNR land. Convenient & Affordable! Frazee area $74,900 3 Bedroom 2 Bath home built in 2009, the basement is newly finished with a single tuck under garage, nice neat, & clean home. Detroit Lakes $139,900 This genuine 2 story home features many updates like new flooring and electrical upgrade to breakers. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a fenced in yard and attached oversized double garage. Frazee $95,000
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Liveyourdreamswiththisamazingpropertyon DeadLake!850feetofgorgeouslakeshore, 11.5acres,6cabins,7RVsites,tent/campsitearea, storageshedsandalargepolebuilding.
Turn-keyopportunity.Thisverywellmaintained“like new”mobilehome&35foottraveltrailer(bothwithfull decks)willproviderelaxationalongwithopportunityto inviteguestsorfamilymembertoenjoyDeadLake.Each homehasaseparatedriveallowingforevenmoreprivacy.
2bedroom,1bathwithrecentupdates:windows, exteriordoors,refinishedmaplehardwoodfloors, refinishedkitchencabinetsandnewcountertops. Over-sizedgarageandfullbasementcompletethis lovelyproperty.Moveinready!
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38968397thStreet,Dent
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RuralDenthome.3bedroom,2bathramblerlocatedon5 acresfeaturesa2stallattachedgarage,mainfloorlaundry, woodburningfireplace,2ndkitchenandalargelowerlevel familyroom.Updatesincludesteelsiding,roof,septic,well andagood-sizesteelbuilding.Additionalacreageavailable.
CharmingruralOttertailhomeon2.44acresbetween RushandRoundLakes.3bedrooms,(allwithwalkin closets)2baths.Recentupdatesincludewell,septic, shingles,centralairunit,windows,decksandmany more.Nicelylandscapedwithhugeyard.
MarionLake,NorthShore!Completelylevellotfeaturinggreat swimmingbeachandmaturetrees.Comfortablehomewith largeroomsincludingkitchenw/breakfastbar,formaldining, spaciousfoyer,livingroomwithgasfireplace,2largebedrooms, 2baths,attachedgarageandstorage!Anda14x24bonusroom!
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Listentothesoundofsilence.MontanaLodgepolehome features4bedrooms,2baths,vaultedceilings,customcabinets, heatedfloorsthroughoutmainfloor(includingthegarage),rock woodburningfireplace,over800sq.ft.ofdeckingandagazebo. Lotoffers200’offrontage,isleveltothewaterandlandscaped.
BachananLake!Yearroundhomefeatures2bedrooms andamastersuite.Onelevelforease,agasfireplace surroundedbybookcases,greatlakeviews,and maintenancefreeexterioraddtothecharm.100’on waterwithnicelyslopinglot.Lotsoftrees!
LargewoodedPaulLakelot(1.6acres). Locatedonthenorthshorewith489’oflakeshore. Nicelevelareaforawalkoutwithmoderateelevation towater’sedge.PaulLakeis319acreswith 22’waterclarityandmaximumdepthof81’.
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Spacious4-5bedroomhomelocatedon3+acresinquiet countryneighborhood.3fullbaths,gasfireplace,centralair, laminatefloorsandupdatestoincludenewwindowsand guttersin2010andupdatedseptic.Laminatefloorsinstalled April2013.Privateyardsurroundedbylargematuretrees.
Completelyremodeledlakehomefeaturingcustomgranitecountertops,newsiding,decks,stampedconcretepatio,2bedrooms,den,openkitchen-living-dining withvaultedceilingsandgreatlakeviews.The100’lothasaneasyaccesswalking pathtothelake.LittleMcDonaldLakehasexceptionallyclearwater&thislotis weedfreewithahardsandbottom.Anaffordableoptiononagreatlake.
Brandnewcontemporarydesignhome.3bedrooms, 2fullbathsonthemainlevelwhichincludesaMaster Suitewithwalkinclosetandfullbath.Fullunfinished basementgivesyouroomtogrowandaddequity.You wontbedisappointed.
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Check out these great restaurants for a variety of delicious options perham AREA BREW ALES & EATS Local, fresh and creative! Delicious sandwiches, salads, burgers and more! 24 tap beers, unique cocktails, craft beer and wine. Daily lunch specials and happy hour. Check our website for our live music schedule! Open daily at 11. 124 East Main Street, Perham 218-346-5932 www.brewalesandeats.com The Cactus The Cactus is open daily for lunch at 11. Our dinner menu is available at 5. Enjoy fine dining in a casual atmosphere. We are known for our hand cut steaks prepared over charcoal. Our menu ranges from seafood and steaks, ribs, poultry, pasta and salads to burgers, baskets and pizzas. Our full bar and wine list compliments any menu entrée. 43521 Fort Thunder Road, Perham 218-346-2554 www.thecactusperham.com
The Doug Out Happy Hour Monday and Wednesday 4-6. Entertainment on weekends. Featuring Chicken and Ribs on Fridays Nights, and mouthwatering prime rib on Saturday nights. Darts, Pool, OffSale. Full menu and daily drink specials. 104 1st Avenue, Dent 218-758-8000
Wild Oaks Grille Wild Oakes is perfect for engagement parties, groom’s dinners, outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. Golf cart rentals, bar and food features, game day specials outdoor patio seating. 2727 450th St., Perham 218-346-6070 www.perhamlakeside.com
The Galaxy, Resort and Restaurant Your Lake Place Since 1945! Famous for our Broasted Chicken! Full menu restaurant open daily from 5-10 p.m. Full Bar Available! Enjoy full bar and menu on deck overlooking Star Lake mid-June through mid-August. Seven miles west of Dent on Hwy 108, ½ mile South on Cty. Hwy. 41 218-758-2841 www.galaxyresort.com
detroit lakes Bleachers Bar & Grill 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 price appetizers 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
Callaway Liquor Store If daily drink specials, Cadillac Jack Gaming machines, Bingo and Pull Tab Tournaments plus great pizzas sound like a good time to you, then look no further than the Callaway Liquor Store! We’re closer than you think and definitely worth the 10 minute cruise up Hwy. 59. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hwy 59 N. • Callaway, MN • 218-3753133 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
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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 Hotel Shoreham Since 1910, the Hotel Shoreham has been greeting guests with lakeside beauty, fine cuisine and famous pizzas. Take a journey back in time when you step into this historical landmark for a memorable dining experience. You’ll enjoy the ambiance as much as their famous ribs, seafood, steak and pastas. 1/2 mile west of Detroit Country Club on Lake Melissa. 218-847-9894 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 a.m. - 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 to live history, but create it: from drive-thru restaurants to Chicken McNuggets. www.mcminnesota.com 415 Frazee St E, Detroit Lakes, MN (218) 847-3558
park rapids 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 atwww.chaseonthelake.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
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. Mon.-Sat. 10 am - 4 pm extended summer hours. • 203 South Main Street, Park Rapids, 218-732-0422.
THE YOGURT PLACE The Yogurt Place strives to bring you not only the finest frozen yogurts and toppings, but we also offer Gelato, Italian, Ice, and Custard. With classic frozen yogurt flavors such as Vanilla, Cheesecake, Cake Batter and new favorites like Mango, Orange Creamsicle and Twinkie, we want your taste buds to be continually excited. That’s why you can find our extensive list of frozen yogurts rotating regularly, featuring 10-15 flavors in-store, every day. We go over and above to meet everyone’s needs. We carry non-dairy, gluten-free and no sugar added varieties for those with special dietary needs. Mix in as many toppings as you like, choosing from over 20 that we have available at our exclusive topping bar. 218-844-3612. 202 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
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. 218564-4653. www.blueberrypines golf.com
Companeros Companeros great Mexican food, drink and fun! Deliciously prepared with the finest ingredients served in delightful Mexican surroundings by the best amigos around. Margaritas (real and alcohol-free) ~ numero uno! Mexican beers on special. Families and any size groups welcome. All food and our famous margarita mix available for takeout. Summer: Open daily at noon. Call for spring & fall hours. • On the boardwalk in Dorset.218-732-7624. See us on Facebook or visit www.companerosofdorset.com. Dorset House Choose from our large selection of homemade pizzas and old-fashioned ice cream treats. Try one of ours or create your own. Tantalizing all-you-can-eat evening buffet, fabulous lunch menu, wonderful homemade soups, salads & pies. Let our old-fashioned decor bring out the kid in you. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for spring & fall hours. • Just off the Heartland Trail in downtown Dorset. 218-732-5556. 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 Fridays 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). 218-7328544. www.emmaville store.com.
Happy Hour Monday - Friday • 4pm-6pm 2 for 1 specials! Weekly Lunch Buffet Outdoor Patio Don’t forget to book your parties, Call Blake at 218-346-2554 extension 5, or e-mailing your parties information to: Blake@thecactuscity.com
Bar and Food Features Game Day Specials Outdoor Patio To book your party call Blake at 218-346-6070 or email at bminge@perhamlakeside.com
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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.thegood lifecafepr.com. Lunch $ Dinner Headwaters Restaurant Family-friendly restaurant. Breakfast from 6- 11 am, serving plate-size pancakes, biscuits and gravy, omelets, eggs made to order and country fried steak. Lunch/din-ner menu begins at 1 am from Angus burgers and sandwiches to broasted chicken. Kid’s menu. Homemade soups and desserts. Breakfast buffet Sat. and Sun. 8-11 am. Summer hours: Sun. 6 am - 3 pm; Mon.-Wed., 6 am-7 pm; Thurs.-Sat. 6 am - 9 pm. • In the heart of Akeley 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 - 5 pm. Closed Mon. • Hwy. 71, Lake Geroge (37550 Night Hawk Rd.). 218-699-3080.
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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. Lunch served 11 am - 2 pm. Dinner 7 days a week 5 -9 pm. . • Downtown Dorset.218-732-0275. www. dorset-lapasta.com. Breakfast & lunch $. Dinner Leona’s Restaurant Eat-in or take-out. Our pizzas, burgers, chicken, pasta, appetizers (and more!) are a hit. Pizzas are made-to-order featuring our homemade dough & sauce. Take-and-bake available. Order our delicious chicken by the bucket for picnics and reunions. Daily evening specials. Beer, soft drinks. Delivery available Fri. & Sat. nights within 5 miles. Mon.-Thurs. 11 am-8 pm, Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 9 pm. • Nevis. 218-652-4021. 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. 218266-3611.
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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! Nightly seafood specials! Fine wine, imported beer & premium spirits. Serving lunch and dinner (seasonal). Spring hours: Wed.-Sat. open at 4 pm. • 311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids. 218-237-4625. Ranch House Supper CLUB Home of the giant popover! Nightly all-youcan-eat specials plus full menu. Steaks, prime rib, seafood, chicken and more. Largest soup and salad bar in the area! Garden room, outdoor dining on deck. Full bar, fine wines. Mon.-Sat. 4:30 pm, Sun. 11:30 am. Reservations appreciated. See ad on page 45. • Located 4 miles North of Walker on Hwy. 371. 218-547-1540. www.ranchhousesupperclub.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. 218732-9443. SCHWARZWALD RESTAURANT 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. 218732-9443.
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. Y Steak House Celebrating our 69th 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. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 4 pm - 9 pm, Fri. & Sat. 4 pm - 10 pm. Reservations appreciated. • 1 mi. north on Hwy. 71, Park Rapids. 218732-4565. Zhateau Zorbaz The perfect zummer-time atmozphere. Enjoy a deliciouz margarita on our patio or come inzide and enjoy the A/C while checking out the 24 different draft beerz available. Play the latezt Golden Tee, Buck Hunter, Power Putt or any of our other fun arcadez. We have daily zpecialz and the bezt night-club experience for late-nite fun. FIll up on pizza and Mexican food made frezh daily! Our bar and kitchen are open every day from11 a.m. to 2 am. • Located at 22036 Co. 7, Park Rapidz. 218237-1969. Email: robb@zorbaz.com. www. zorbaz.com.
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A new health care option for Tri-County residents! Now Available!
ReadyCare gives patients a choice for timely, affordable and quality same-day and walk-in care for non-emergency, but urgent, illnesses and injuries.
Walk-in Care & Same Day Appointments DAYS AND EVENINGS: Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM – 7 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 8 – noon Use our ReadyCare option at our Wadena Clinic for: • Cuts, puncture wounds, abscesses • Sprains, strains and fractures • Cold and flu, ear pain, fever, strep and mono symptoms • Rashes, minor burns, insect bites • Urinary tract infection • And, other minor medical conditions.
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