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O ur legacy of hospitality dates back to the late 1800’s whenMidwesterners traveled by train to the Alexandria Lakes Area.Our early vacationers found lodging at luxurious lakeside

hotels, casual fishing camps and some of Minnesota’s earliestresorts. It was in the Alexandria Lakes Area where they, and theirfriends, enjoyed cool lakes, refreshing swims and excellent fishing.

Today, Alexandria is a year round vacation destination offering trav-elers a wide selection of bed & breakfasts, motels/hotels, resortsand campgrounds. As a regional hub, visitors can enjoy a largeshopping center, strip malls, big box stores, specialty shops, finerestaurants, historic downtown Alexandria and Carlos CreekWinery, an award-winning vintner.

If you are a history buff, don’t miss the Runestone Museum & FortAlexandria (home of the famous Kensington Runestone), theMinnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Senator Knute Nelson’srestored residence, now home to the Douglas County Historical Society.

The Lakes Area offers a wide variety of outdoor activities. Our lakesare top producers offering some of the best multi-species fishing inthe Midwest. Cyclists, walkers and anyone who wants to get a lit-tle closer to nature enjoys the paved Central Lakes Trail. In the win-ter months, the trail becomes part of a 500-mile groomed snow-mobile trail system.

More importantly, what made the Alexandria Lakes Area popularover a century ago still holds true today. Visitors comment howwelcome they feel, and how much they enjoy the relaxing lifestyle.

We sincerely desire to provide you with a refreshing time away.Please let us know how we can help you plan a getaway to ourbeautiful Lakes Area.

For more information call 1-800-235-9441

or visit us online at www.VacationAlexandriaMN.com

1st Minnesota Realty . . . . . . . . . 13Ace Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Alex Carpet One. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Alex RV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Alex Travel/Utopia Tours . . . . . . . 55Alexandria Area Arts Assn. . . . . . 44Alexandria Area Economic

Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Alexandria Aviation . . . . . . . . . . . 52Alexandria Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Alexandria Dock Works. . . . . . . . 54Alexandria Motors . . . . . . . . . . . 52Alexandria Technical & Community

College . . . . . . . . . . . . . OBC/58Andes Tower Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Angelina’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Apol’s Harley Davidson . . . . . . . . 55Arrowwood Atikwa Golf . . . . . . . 46Arrowwood Deck Bar & Grill . . . 49Arrowwood Lake Café . . . . . . . . 49Bennigans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Bethany Community . . . . . . . . . 56Bike & Fitness Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Bobber’s Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Broadway Medical Center . . . . . 57Brophy Bay Mart. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Bug-a-Boo Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Carlos Creek Winery . . . . . . . . . . 29Central Marine & Sports. . . . . . . 55Cherry Street Books . . . . . . . . . . 51Christopherson’s Bait . . . . . . . . . 53Coldwell Banker-Crown

Realtors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Counselor Realty-Akenson . . . . . 13Creative Touch Gallery . . . . . . . . 50Crooked Willow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51D. Michael B’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Diekmans Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Doolittles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Douglas County Hospital . . . . . . 56Downtown/Plaza Liquor . . . . . . . 53Echo Press Newspaper . . . . . . . . 12Edina Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Erickson’s Petting Zoo. . . . . . . . . 44Fat Daddy’s Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . 48Garden Center Lanes . . . . . . . . . 48

Geneva Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Geneva Golf Club Grill . . . . . . . . 48Glenwood State Bank . . . . . . . . . 54GNC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Grandpa’s Attic & Gifts. . . . . . . . 50Hardwood Hills Golf . . . . . . . . . . 47Hilltop Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Interlachen inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Investment Ctrs of America . . . . . 1Jake’s Bike Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Jan’s Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Juettner Motors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Knute Nelson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Lake Miltona Visitors Bureau. . . . 22Lea’s Pet Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Lube-Tech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Magpie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Midsota Plastic Surgeons . . . . . . 57Minnewaska Golf Club . . . . . . . . 46MN Lakes Maritime Museum . . . 45Nokomis Coin Laundry. . . . . . . . 53Ollies Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Papa Murphy's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Perkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Pine Ridge Golf Course. . . . . . . . 46Pizza Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Ron’s Warehouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Runestone Electric Assn. . . . . . . . 53Runestone Museum . . . . . . . . . . 45Scandinavian Gift Shop . . . . . . . 50Sid's Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Sixth Ave Wine & Ale . . . . . . . . . 49Snap Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Steinbring Motorcoach. . . . . . . . 55Stub’s Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Sweet Seasons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51The Mustard Seed . . . . . . . . . . . 51Theatre L’Homme Dieu . . . . . . . 45Travelers Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Trumm Drug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Viking Speedway . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Weston Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Yesterday’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41




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Table of Contents•Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IFC•Retail Advertiser Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IFC•Fun Things to Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11•Spring Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 •Summer Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4•Fall Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5•Fishing The Lakes Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6•Museums & History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8•Parks & Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10•Winery & Orchards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10•Theatre & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11•Community Profile

& Relocation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13•Conventions, Groups & Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14•Campgrounds & Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15•Bed & Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16•Motels, & Graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-19•Resort Graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-22•Resorts & Area Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-39

Aaron & Moses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Amelia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Brophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Carlos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Darling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27Geneva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Ida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Le Homme Dieu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Maple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Miltona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37Osakis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39Reno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Victoria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Villard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

•Area Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-30•Central Lakes State Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-41•Winter Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43•Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45•Golf Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-47•Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-49•Antiques & Specialty Gift Shops . . . . . . . . . . .50-51•More Shopping & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52-55•Healthcare & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57

This book is a publication of the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce,206 Broadway, Alexandria MN 56308. Photography and graphic design by thecreative team at MJ Communications of Alexandria. Reproduction in part orwhole is prohibited without permission.

Located only a couple hours northwest of the Twin Citieson I-94, the Alexandria Lakes Area is perfect for familyvacations, weekend getaways and business meetings.


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City Wide Garage SaleAll the fun is not restricted to the lakes onfishing opener weekend. The official citywide garage sale happens opener week-end too! Look for advertisements in thelocal newspaper, and follow the signs insearch of collectibles and other treasures.

Wild Flowers The Alexandria Lakes Area includes twobiomes, the prairie grassland in the westand southeast and temperate deciduousforest in the south-central, north andeast. Wildflower enthusiasts will find a

wide variety of native plants to view andphotograph. Our State Parks and theCentral Lakes Trail are a good place tostart your native plant adventure.

Awake the Lakes FestivalThe Lakes Area kicks off summer with aMemorial Day weekend of activities atBig Ole Central Park. The events are cen-tered around the popular Rib Fest, livemusic, family fun, and fireworks. Contactthe Chamber for more information. www.awakethelakes.com

Live TheatreLocated in downtown Alexandria, theAAAA Theatre presents several communi-ty productions from October to May. Thefare includes theatre, visual arts, musicand more. www.alexandriaareaarts.org

Theatre L’Homme Dieu has been present-ing exciting and entertaining summertheatre for more than 50 years. The the-atre partners with professional, regionaltheatres in presenting live performances.Show and ticket information for 2012 isonline at www.tlhd.org.(More Theatre Information on Page 11)

Breakfast with Big OleFort Alexandria, at the RunestoneMuseum, comes alive on Memorial Dayweekend when the public is invited toBreakfast with Big Ole. This family friendlyget together is great fun! Enjoy a heartybreakfast of egg bake, fruit, juice and old-fashioned egg coffee. Even Big Ole him-self will be in attendance for the kids.www.runestonemuseum.org

Awake the Lakes and Rib Fest

Theatre L'Homme Dieu



Osakis 5K RunIn mid-June, runnerswind their way throughOsakis on this fun run.The event is open to allages. For more information call: 320-859-5770.

4th of July FireworksThe Lakes Area has several outstandingprofessional fireworks shows in Alexandria,Osakis and Glenwood. These professionalshows are a safe way to celebrate the 4thof July. Check with your lodging facility, orthe Chamber of Commerce for times andlocations.

Beetles BaseballThe Northwoods League features some ofthe top college players in the nation. AllenCraig, the standout player in game sevenof the 2011 World Series, played with theBeetles in 2005. His 12 home runs and.362 batting average are franchise recordsin Alexandria. The Alexandria Beetles sea-son runs from June through August, withthe home games being played at KnuteNelson Stadium in downtown Alexandria. www.alexandriabeetles.com

Vikingland Band FestivalIn its 27th year, the Vikingland BandFestival is Minnesota’s largest marchingband competition. Last year’s event fea-tured over 20 bands! Thousands of avidspectators line the downtown streets cheer-ing on their favorite bands. The event willbe held on Sunday, June 24, 2012. www.marching.com/events/vbf/

Red Willow Arts Coalition Concert SeriesProfessional musicians perform a series offree outdoor concerts every Thursday onthe Douglas County Courthouse lawn.The season runs from the week beforeMemorial Day through the week prior toLabor Day. A very wide variety of music ispresented. Bring a chair or blanket andenjoy the free entertainment.

Master Gardener - Tour of GardensThe tour is the event of the summer forgardening enthusiasts, as some of thearea's finest private gardens are opened tothe public. This annual event is held onJuly 8, 2012 and there is a nominal admis-sion fee. For more information contactUniversity of Minnesota Extension, MasterGardeners of Douglas County at 320-762-3890. www.dcmg.info

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Spend A Day At The Beach• City Park Beach is located on Lake

Henry. Turn left off of Highway 29North onto County Road 42, then turnleft onto City Park Road.

• Lake Le Homme Dieu Beach is north ofAlexandria on Highway 29 just past thecity limits. The beach is also accessible by apaved off-road bicycle path that connectsthe city neighborhoods south of the lake.

• Lake Latoka Beach is located on the northshore of Lake Latoka. Travel west ofAlexandria on County Road 82. Turnsouth (left) onto County Road 90 andthen west (right) onto Latoka Beach Road.

• Lake Osakis Beach is located on thesoutheast corner of the lake. TakeHighway 27 East of Osakis and turn leftat Lake Street. Take the next right ontoEast Lake Street.

• Lake Carlos State Park is 10 miles north ofAlexandria on Highway 29. It offers visitorsa nice swimming beach and picnic area. Apermit is required to enter the park.

• Lake Minnewaska Beach is located inGlenwood on Lakeshore Drive just westof Lakeside Ballroom.

Douglas County Fair is held in mid-August

Classic Car ShowsIf you enjoy hot rods, street rods andclassic automobiles, don’t missAlexandria’s Annual Vintage Car ClubShow and Swap Meet held in late June atthe Douglas County Fairgrounds. Theequally popular “Roddin’ Round theLake” car show is held in downtownOsakis in early July.

Viking SpeedwayViking Speedway, “The high flying halfmile” is a semi-banked clay oval thatraces five WISSOTA sanctioned classes:Late Model, Modified, Super Stock,Midwest Modified and Street Stock. Thetrack is in its 46th year and in that timefans have seen some of the top racers inthe country. Races are held everySaturday night, from the end of Aprilthrough Labor Day. Special events areplanned for 2012, including the VikingFall Classic in October. www.vikingspeedway.net

Art in the ParkThis popular arts festival is held inAlexandria’s City Park on Saturday andSunday, July 28 and 29. It features beauti-ful crafts, fine artisans, musicians and awide array of food vendors. AlexandriaArea Arts Association sponsors the event,now in its 36th year!

Chain of Lakes Classic Boat ShowClassic inboards, rowboats and vintagefiberglass boats are on display atArrowwood Resort and Conference Centeron Lake Darling. The annual event is heldon Saturday, July 14th, 2012. It is spon-sored by the Minnesota Lakes MaritimeMuseum and is free to the public.

Festival of the LakesThe mid-August festival features national-ly known musicians performing a reper-toire of chamber music, orchestral worksand solos. www.alexfest.org

Resorter’s Golf TournamentNow in its 91st year, the Resorter’s GolfTournament is one of three “resort cir-cuit” tournaments in Minnesota. TheAugust tourney is held at the AlexandriaGolf Club, and features some of the finestamateur golfers in the nation. Past winners include PGA professional andhometown golfer, Tom Lehman.

Rose City Threshing FestivalThis mid-August festival recreates ruralfarm life in the early to mid-twentieth cen-tury. Everything is a bit old fashioned.Hissing and chugging steam engines dra-matically lend power to sawing andthreshing demonstrations. The farmstead’smany buildings hold displays, antique trac-tors and wonderful things to eat.


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Quilts Along The TrailThis early September show is held along theCentral Lakes Trail in downtown Osakis. Thisexhibit showcases the talents and skills ofcentral Minnesota quilters in many varietiesand time periods - from antique and vin-tage to traditional and contemporary.

Grape Stomp & Wine FestivalCarlos Creek Winery hosts this annual three-day event September 14-16, 2012. The fes-tival attracts more than 18,000 spectators. Itfeatures tours of the winery, artisans, a widearray of food booths, Grape Stomp con-tests, live entertainment and much more.The winery is just three miles north ofAlexandria on County Road 34.

Applefest at Carlos Creek WineryThis October 20th celebration of theapple harvest at Carlos Creek Winery isa wonderful event for the whole family.Visitors can enjoy art, food and craftvendors, along with hayrides, pumpkinpainting, live entertainment and muchmore. Words cannot describe the LongShot Catapult Challenge. You just have toexperience it. www.carloscreekwinery.com

Experience Fall ColorsThe hardwoods come alive with radianthues across the Alexandria Lakes Areamaking us a convenient and delightfuldestination for a colorful day trip, a week-end or more. There is easy access to thescenery via state park trails and theCentral Lakes Recreation Trail. Travelerswill enjoy the winding roads, beautifullakes and rolling hills. For color updatescall the Chamber of Commerce.

Alexandria 5K /10K RunThe 5th Annual event supports the mis-sion of the Lakes Area Humane Society.Besides the 5K and 10K runs, the eventincludes a scenic dog walk to City Park,and a 1K Kids run for children 12 andunder. For more information visitwww.alexandria5K10Krun.com


HuntingHunting is a fall tradition for manyMinnesotans, and there is no betterplace to enjoy the outdoors than inDouglas County. The County has 44DNR wildlife management areas.These public prairies and wetlandsprovide wildlife watching opportuni-ties, as well as recreation for upland,waterfowl, and deer hunters. Learnmore at www.dnr.state.mn.us

BowlingThough you can hit the lanes anytime ofthe year, it is the ideal activity for rainydays or the cooler months. Alexandria hasone of the largest, most modern lanesbetween here and the west coast. GardenCenter Lanes in Alexandria, MN is homeof the Northwest’s largest Handicap andPrize Fund Tournament. www.gardencenterlanes.com

Rose CityThreshing Festival

Applefest is held October 20, 2012 at Carlos Creek Winery


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The arrival of passenger train service toAlexandria in 1879 opened the entireregion. Most visitors focused on outdooractivities and it wasn’t long beforeAlexandria’s bountiful lakes were heraldedas “Minnesota’s Bass Fishing Capital”.Back then the bass was king! Bass wereplentiful and anglers loved catching, aswell as eating them. Vintage photographsshow the smiling anglers with large stringsof trophy-sized bass posed on the shoresof area’s lakeside hotels. The northernpike, sunfish and crappies were also popu-lar. The walleye was only found in limitednumbers throughout the region.

Fast-forward to today and much haschanged, and many anglers would say for

the better. The Minnesota DNRclassifies the lakes in the Alexandriaarea as mesotrophic. Mesotrophiclakes have medium nutrient levelsmaking them an ideal home tosport fish such as walleye, smalland large mouth bass, crappies,

panfish, muskie and northern pike. TheMinnesota DNR stocks many of the arealakes and local clubs, like the VikingSportsmen (www.vikingsportsmen.org),annually contribute millions of walleye fryto area lakes. Dana Freese ofChristopherson Bait, has been on everyfishable lake in the Alexandria Lakes Area.

“This is a great area for multi-speciesfishing and it’s one of the few area’s whereyou can reasonably expect to catchwalleyes, bass, northern pike, and muskie,as well as some really good panfishing,”Freese commented. “Pretty much whatev-er you want to fish for is around here.”

The walleye has dethroned the bass, asmany prefer its mild flavor, but make nomistake about it, bass fishing in the

Alexandria Lakes Area is still very popularand rewarding. Freese has fished bass onMexico’s famous Lake El Salto and hashigh praise for Alexandria.

“The best fishery we have is bass,”states Freese. “It’s as good as anything inthe world for numbers and average size.There’s nowhere better!”

Hard water fishing can be very produc-tive. According to Freese, walleye fishingcan be fairly good in the evening fromwhen anglers can safely get out on the iceuntil early January. The rest of the winteranglers fish for crappies and panfish.Contact the Alexandria Lakes AreaChamber of Commerce for information onicehouse rentals at area resorts.

Visit the Department of NaturalResources' website (www.dnr.state.mn.us),and click on the "Lake Finder" link, fordata on any Minnesota lake.

The Vikingland Sportsmen Club hasstocked area lakes with over 611,000pounds of walleye fingerlings since 2008.

Alexandria Lakes Area…A Fishing Destination Since 1879


Runestone Museum & Fort AlexandriaIs the Kensington Runestone and its mys-terious runic message authentic? Recentlaboratory analysis of the stone says yes!But controversy continues to swirl aroundthis internationally renowned artifact,even as more supporting evidence of itsauthenticity is revealed. Visit the muse-um, see the Runestone and learn itsstory…then decide for yourself.

The museum also features a collectionof Native American artifacts, period dis-plays, historic photographs and a chil-dren’s area. The new aviation exhibit fea-tures Douglas County native and aviationpioneer, Freddie Lund. “Fearless Freddie”was a stunt flyer, racer and the WorldAerobatic Champion in 1930. www.runestonemuseum.org

Minnesota Lakes Maritime MuseumFrom grand hotels, resorts and privatefishing clubs, to classic boats, theMinnesota lakes have a rich and colorfulhistory reaching back nearly a century

and a half. Minnesota’s lake memories areon display, as well as extensive Chris-Craft, Gar Wood and Larson Boatsexhibits. The museum is located in down-town Alexandria adjacent to theRunestone Museum. Open Mid-May toMid-October. www.mnlakesmaritime.org

Historic Spruce Hill ChurchThis early 1900’s church, located north ofAlexandria, is under the care of theDouglas County Historical Society. It fea-tures a hand-carved pictorial lectern.Traditional Easter and Christmas services,and a mid-summer hymn fest are heldeach year. www.dchsmn.org

Douglas County Historical SocietyDuring the late 1800’s Minnesota’sUnited States Senator Knute Nelsoncalled Alexandria home. Today his beauti-fully restored home on Nokomis Street isopen to the public. It houses the DouglasCounty Historical Society and features a

complete family research center, localarchives and on-going displays.www.dchsmn.org

DCHS History ToursMid-May Cemetery TourThis three-hour tour sheds light on someof the area's most obscure and historicpioneer burial grounds. Your tour guideshares area history, traditions and enter-taining stories. www.dchsmn.orgChain of Lakes Pontoon History TourOnce a month in June, July and August,the Douglas County Historical Society pro-vides a guided pontoon history tour onthe Lake Darling and L'Homme Dieu. Thetwo and a half hour tour includes grandhotel history, important landmarks andarea lore. The Historical society offers otherinteresting tours throughout the year. Formore information: 320-762-0382.www.dchsmn.org


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Pope County MuseumVisit the Pope County Museum inGlenwood. Located on the shores of LakeMinnewaska, the museum features aunique collection of Native American artsand crafts, as well as exhibits on pioneerlife, historic buildings and military history.www.popecountyhistory.com

Pioneer Village MuseumLocated in Evansville, Minnesota, thePioneer Village features a real log

cabin, dugout home, root cellar, pioneerchurch, town hall, and exhibits of areahistory. The Evansville HistoricalFoundation also maintains the beautifulMound Grove Cemetery, and its Veteran'sMemorial, designed by horticultureexpert, Jane P. McKinnon. Check websitefor hours. www.evansvillemn.net

Terrace Mill Historic DistrictLocated in a picturesque valley on theChippewa River, the 1903 mill is a wel-come stop along the Glacial Ridge Trail.The Terrace Mill historic district features a1903 vintage flourmill, keystone archbridge, weir dam, millpond, log cabin, andheritage cottage. Terrace is located 12miles south of Glenwood on State Highway104. www.terracemill.org




Lake Carlos State ParkLake Carlos State Park, north ofAlexandria on Highway 29, is more thana place to just take a hike. The park onLake Carlos offers hiking, swimming, pic-nic facilities, camping and horseback rid-ing trails, all in a hardwood forest setting.The park naturalist provides a wide vari-ety of programs for all age groupsthroughout the year. Kid’s Discovery Kits,Birding Kits, Fishing Kits and GPS unitscan be checked out at no charge. A fish-ing license is not needed when fishingfrom park grounds. Canoes and snow-shoes can be rented in the park. The nat-uralist also has programs planned for theCentral Lakes Trail and Glacial Lakes StatePark in Starbuck.

In the winter, cross-country skiers enjoyits scenic groomed trails while snow-

shoers trek through the snowy woodsand tamarack bog. Snowmobilers cantour the park via trails connected to the500-mile Douglas Area Trail Associationtrail system. Lake Carlos State Park is oneof Minnesota’s nicest parks anytime ofthe year. Always check the MinnesotaDNR website for a calendar of events.www.dnr.state.mn.us

Inspiration Peak OverlookSinclair Lewis once called the view fromthe top at Inspiration Peak one of themost spectacular sights in the state andvisitors today still agree. “The Peak” isone of the highest points in Minnesotaand the walk to the top reveals a far-reaching vista of hardwoods, farmlandand lakes. Fall colors at The Peak can beabsolutely breathtaking. There is a picnicarea near the parking lot. The site is man-aged by Lake Carlos State Park.

Alexandria City ParkLocated on a point between Lake Henryand Lake Agnes, City Park is a beautifulshaded setting with picnic tables, a band-stand, swings, shuffleboard and a publicbeach. The park can be reached by tak-ing the walking path at Big Ole Park.Driving directions: turn left off Highway29 north onto County Road 42, take thenext left onto City Park Road.

Big Ole Central ParkThis park is easy to find in downtownAlexandria; just look for a 28-foot tallViking statue on the shores of LakeAgnes. It is a trailhead for the CentralLakes Trail, with off-street parking. Severaltimes a week during the summer and fallit hosts a farmers market.


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Erickson’s Petting ZooA visit to this petting zoo gives children of all ages a memorable experi-ence to take home with them. The 95-year-old farmstead’s big red barn ishome to farm animals, llama, alpaca anda variety of birds. The zoo is located westof Osakis off Highway 27 and openMemorial Day weekend – Labor Day.Erickson’s open their Corn Maze overHalloween for a hauntingly good time. www.ericksonspettingzoo.com

Noonan’s ParkNamed after its founder, Phil Noonan, alocal philanthropist and businessman,this park is a delightful place to feedthe ducks and geese in the warmmonths, and to ice skate on its pondsin the winter. The park is located justoff Nokomis Street, between 9th and10th Avenue East.

Kensington Runestone ParkIn 1898, Olaf Ohman unearthed acarved stone (Kensington Runestone)while clearing a field. The Ohman farm-stead, located near Kensington, is now acounty park. It offers picnic shelters, acommunity center, and recreationalactivities like volleyball, hiking and cross-country skiing. For a complete listing ofparks maintained by Douglas County,visit www.co.douglas.mn.us.

Fillmore ParkThe park features an enclosed skate-board park complete with ramps andpipes. The park is located on FillmoreStreet at Aga Drive.

Carlos Creek WineryCarlos Creek Winery produces red, whiteand apple wines from Minnesota grapevarieties. Hot Dish Red, You Betcha Blushand Marquette are just a few of theiraward winners. The tasting room is openyear round and tours are available. Thevery popular Grape Stomp & Fall Festivalis scheduled for September 14-16, 2012.More than 18,000 people attended lastyear’s event, so plan ahead. Applefest cel-ebrates the fall apple harvest on October20, 2012. This event includes a catapultcontest, with teams competing to buildthe best pumpkin-throwing machine. It’sgreat fun! Visit their website for the acomplete listing of events, year roundactivities and entertainment. www.carloscreekwinery.com

Alexandria Farmers Market The Lakes Area has over 20 producers ofapples, berries, honey, sweet corn, chicken,lamb, elk and beef. Many sell their wares atAlexandria’s Farmers Market located in BigOle Park just a half block north of theChamber of Commerce and RunestoneMuseum. Hours are: May to mid-June, Sat.9-Noon; mid-June to October, Sat. & Tues.9-Noon, Thurs. 3-6 pm.

Holmes City Organic Strawberries Have fun picking your own "berry per-fect" organic strawberries. Containersavailable. Located 10 miles west ofAlexandria on Hwy. 27 at 6033 CountryLane SW. Call for picking conditions andready-picked availablilty. (320) 886-5382www.hcberries.com

Ranum’s West Lake Mary Orchard hasbeen growing apples, garden produceand raspberries (Summer-bearing) foryears. They are open daily 7am untildark June through November. Theorchard is located 6 miles west ofAlexandria on Hwy 27, then south 1/2mile on Hwy 114. You will also findthem at the Alexandria Farmers Market.

For a complete listing and map of LakesArea growers visitwww.minnesotagrown.com



Alexandria Area Arts Association Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA)performance season runs from Octoberuntil May. It’s then the local theatricaltroupe brings dramas, mysteries, comediesand musicals to life on “Broadway” in his-toric downtown Alexandria. AAAA alsohosts special performances by professionaltraveling repertory theatre groups and ascary Haunted Halloween experience. AAAAsponsors Art in the Park. This annual eventis held in City Park on July 28 & 29, 2012. www.alexandriaareaarts.org

Theatre L’Homme Dieu Theatre L’Homme Dieu (TLHD) has beenpresenting entertaining summer theatrefor more than 50 years. TLHD partnerswith professional, regional theatres to pre-sent delightful dramatic performances,comedies and musicals. The facility is air-conditioned and seating is very comfort-able. An evening at Theatre L’HommeDieu is a “must do” for locals and summervisitors alike. Ticket reservations are highly

recommended. www.tlhd.org

Lakes Radio Theatre The incomparable Steve Allen is quotedas saying: ““Radio is the theatre of themind; television is the theatre of themindless.”” Lakes Area Theatre takesthat to heart every week as they pro-duce a radio theatre production, whichis heard on Sundays on KXRA 1490 AMat 12:30 p.m. in the Alexandria lakesarea. The Theatre troupe is made up of

nearly 90 directors, voice actors, sound effects producers, musicians, andrecording engineers. They produce a widevariety of contemporary and old timeradio theatre scripts. For further informa-tion, or to reserve seats for a production,call the box office at 320-808-3841.www.lakesareatheatre.com

Live! Tennessee Roadhouse Come on out and be part of a live radiobroadcast with Connie Lee & Friends atTennessee Roadhouse in Alexandria. Hermusic career started at the age of threewhen Connie Lee started singing with herdad and three older sisters. At 21, shebegan working with her mentor andfriend, Chet Atkins. This also meant work-ing with and meeting many other countrymusic greats, such as Minnie Pearl, GeorgeJones, Roy Clark, Merle Haggard andmany more. The radio show can be heardon BOB-FM 105.5 FM and 106.1 FM inthe Twin Cities. www.connieleemusic.com


Now home to over 36,000 residentsand over 1,000 growing businesses,the Alexandria area is one to the

fastest growing micropolitans inMinnesota. Several key factors contribut-ing to the region’s long-term vitalityinclude a wide variety of stable andgrowing employers, a strong educationaland healthcare system, and high qualitynatural resources including lakes, parks,rivers, trails, and woodlands.

The Douglas County labor force is grow-ing in all age groups unlike other areas ofgreater Minnesota. While there is a signifi-cant projected increase in workforcemembers’ age 65 and older during thecoming years, Douglas County is also pro-jected to see an increase of workers age25 to 64. The total Douglas County laborforce is projected to increase by 22%, to23,850 workers, from 2005 to 2035. Thiswill likely result in increased housingdemands and a need for additional sup-port and convenience businesses.

Alexandria Lakes Area has severalleading industry clusters.EducationAs Douglas County’s second largestemployer, School District 206 educatesmore than 4,000 students annually froma significant portion of the County.Other school districts providing K-12education to Douglas County residentsinclude Brandon, Evansville, Osakis, LakesArea Charter School, West Central, andParkers Prairie independent districts. Inaddition, we are home to the nationallyacclaimed Alexandria Technical andCommunity College that currently servesover 4,000 students annually. Alex Tech isa member college of the Minnesota StateColleges and Universities System andnow offers the Associate in Arts (AA) two-year degree that can be completed righthere in Alexandria.

HealthcareDouglas County is home to a growinghealthcare sector, including primary, gen-eral and specialty care providers. A wide(and continually broadening) variety ofelective procedures, long-term careoptions, senior care, dental, chiropractic,natural/homeopathic and other support-

ing healthcare services are also availablethroughout the region. The DouglasCounty Hospital is a state-of-the-art acutecare hospital that serves approximately150,000 people throughout West CentralMinnesota. The hospital has been namedone of the nation’s Top 100 Hospitalsbased on best performance across thewhole hospital in the areas of: patientoutcomes, patient safety, patient satisfac-tion, efficiency and financialstability. Douglas County Hospital recent-ly completed a 31 million dollar facilityexpansion that positions the organizationto meet the projected population growthand increased healthcare needs of theregion for the next 30-40 years.

ManufacturingThe Lakes Area is home to a thriving anddiverse group of manufacturers whoserve customers throughout the world.Their products include packagingmachines specializing inautomation/motion control, aluminumextrusion, food product packaging, plas-tic injection molding, machining andothers. The strong economic base thatthese businesses create serves as a cata-lyst for innovation and economic stabilitythroughout the greater Alexandria area.

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Economic DevelopmentSince its inception in 1990 the AlexandriaArea Economic Development Commission(AAEDC) has worked diligently to providethe support and tools needed to help areabusinesses and communities grow andprosper. Tax Increment Financing (TIF), TaxAbatement, Industrial Revenue Bonds andthe State of Minnesota Job OpportunityBuilding Zone (JOBZ) program are utilizedfor business assistance where appropriate.In addition, the AAEDC has two revolvingloan funds that can also be utilized to assistarea business startup, growth, and expan-sion. The office is a demographic informa-tion clearing house for the region, and alsoprovides assistance with business planningand site selection.

The staff at the Alexandria Area EconomicDevelopment Commission provides assis-tance to existing local businesses, startups,and companies interested in relocating tothe Douglas County Area. For more infor-mation call the AAEDC at 320-763-4545.

EnvironmentThe Alexandria Lakes Area offers a widevariety of year round outdoor activities andarea residents understand the importanceof taking care of our environment. TheDouglas County Lakes Association is a non-profit organization that provides memberswith facts that allow them to makeinformed decisions about a variety of mat-ters impacting our most precious resource -our lakes. The Viking Sportsmen are dedi-cated to improving wildlife habitat througheducation programs and conservation prac-tices designed to enhance nature’s wealthfor generations to come. Recognized asMinnesota’s most productive sportsmen’sclub, the Viking Sportsmen's successes inconservation are the result of strong publicsupport for their activities.

Call the Alexandria Lakes Area Home We think you will find Alexandria a greatplace for your family to live, work, playand prosper. If you need additional infor-mation about living in Alexandria or havequestions about the area, please contactus at the Chamber office at 320-763-3161, or visit. Business related inquiriesshould be directed to the Alexandria AreaEconomic Development Commission at320-763-4545, or visit www.alexmn.org.


Douglas County’s website provides real estateand survey information, as well as GIS Maps. www.co.douglas.mn.us/

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Alexandria is centrally located in Minnesota onInterstate Highway 94, only two hours from the TwinCities, and just an hour and a half from Fargo-Moorhead. Our lodging and convention facilitieshave the amenities needed to host business meet-ings from 10 people to several hundred. There are a widevariety of lodging options, in all price ranges, and plentyof entertainment diversions for your group’s time off.

In addition to lake related activities, your group will dis-cover affordable, and challenging, golf courses and a myri-ad of restaurants. Since we are a resort community, and aregional shopping hub, the Lakes Area is full of interestingand unique shops. Touring Carlos Creek Winery is enjoy-able anytime of the year, as is a visit to the RunestoneMuseum, home of the internationally acclaimed

KensingtonRunestone. And a stroll through our historicdowntown district, with its one-of-a-kind shops anddelightful restaurants, is a memorable experience.

With so much to offer, it should come as no surprise thatmany of our returning vacationers first discoveredAlexandria when they attended a business meeting here.

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Executive Express provides regular shuttle vans to and from the Minneapolis-St. PaulInternational Airport. In addition, Alexandria’sMunicipal Airport (ChandlerField) has a 5,100 ft. runwaythat can handle corporate jetsand Alexandria Aviation, theflight base operator, offerscharter service.

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Hampton Inn & Suites/Broadway Ballroom2705 S. Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308 7,200 650 YES 80320-763-3360 • 1-800-HAMPTONwww.alexandriasuitesmn.hamptoninn.com

UNIQUE MEETING SPACESCarlos Creek Winery6693 Cty. Rd. 34 NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 17,700 500 YES320-846-5443www.carloscreekwinery.com

Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum205 3rd Ave. West, P. O. Box 1216 12,000 200 YESAlexandria, MN 56308320-759-1114www.mnlakesmaritime.org

Runestone Community Center802 3rd Ave.West, Alexandria, MN 56308 41,200 2500 YES320-763-4466www.ci.alexandria.mn.us


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Lake L’Homme Dieu B&B 16 4 ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ N ■ F ■441 S. L’Homme Dieu Dr. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 Steven & Judy Radjenovich1-800-943-5875 • 320-846-5875 • Email: [email protected] Beatiful lake view, quiet, full breakfast.

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Amelia Shady Rest Resort 24 11 ■ ■ ■ ■ B A ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ O N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■16953 142nd St., Villard, MN 56385

� 320-554-2017 888-706-0422 Dave & Heidi Langhoff Lakeside vacation homes, family oriented, clean lake. www.shadyrestresort.com

Andrew Cottage Grove Resort 23 7 ■ ■ S S ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N ■ ■ ■7870 Cottage Lane, Alexandria, MN 56308320-762-1336 Quite family resort. Lakefront cabins. 2 miles from Alexandria. www.cottagegroveresort.com

Andrew Lake Andrew Resort 23 6 ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■8018 Co Rd. 28, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5660 • 320-815-6057 Erik & Sarah Gravley Clean modern smoke-free cabins. Quiet setting, swimming beach, excellent fishing. www.funatlakeandrewresort.com

Brophy Brophy Lake Resort 25 13 ■ ■ ■ B A A ■ C ■ ■ N N N ■ ■ ■ ■ O1532 Brophy Park Rd. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308❆ 320-762-8386 Greg Bowen & Angela Dotty New cottages with fireplaces, open year round, on Central Lakes Trail. www.brophylakeresort.com

Carlos Lazy Day Villa 26 7 ■ ■ ■ S ■ C ■ ■ N N S ■ ■250 Three Havens Dr. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-846-1161 • 1-888-850-4569 David & Mary Ausen Clean family resort with level grounds and sandy beach. No pets please.

Carlos Windjammer Inn Resort 26 12 ■ ■ B S ■ C ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■4860 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-846-2881 Wayne & De Mosher Family resort, most units lakeside “THE beach on Lake Carlos.”

Darling Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center 27 216 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ ■ O O B W ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ O2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN 56308❆ 320-762-1124 • 866-386-5263 Regency Hotels Children’s programs offered. Indoor waterpark - on property. Convention facility. Renovated rooms.

Darling Shady Lawn Resort 26 7 ■ S A ■ ■ C ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ A1321 S. Darling Dr. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-3559 Glen Rustand Clean, quiet family resort, nice swimming, no drop-offs, close to golf. E-Mail: [email protected]

Darling Val Halla Villa 26 7 ■ ■ B A ■ C ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ A1301 S. Darling Dr. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-763-5869 Jim & Lois Willert A super clean modern family resort only 1 1/2 miles from Alexandria. Email: [email protected]

Geneva Geneva Beach Resort Tim & Carolyn Aarsvold 31 16 ■ ■ ■ B A ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ O105 Linden Ave., Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-3200 • www.GenevaBeachResort.com On the Chain of Lakes & Central Lakes Trail. Great beach, attractive accommodations, wireless internet.

Ida Betsy Ross Resort 32 11 ■ ■ B S ■ ■ ■ ■ N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■3791 Betsy Ross Rd. NW, Alexandria, MN 56308❆ 320-834-2562 Paul & Mary Niemczycki Family Fishing Retreat. 8 Lakeside cottages and 2 NEW Lakeside Vacation Homes. 5 Bedroom Reunion Lodge.

Le Homme Berg’s Resort 32 6 ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■Dieu 1315 Berg Ave. NE, Alexandria, MN 56308� 320-762-1426 • www.bergsresort.com The Berg Family Quiet family lake level resort on chain, clean cabins, shaded. No pets please. [email protected]

Maple Maple Island Resort 33 6 ■ ■ S ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■13030 Maple Island Dr. SE, Glenwood, MN 56334

� 320-808-5442 Doug Ellerbroek Modern cabins, safe sandy beach. Boat ramp. www.mapleislandresort.com

Maple Sunset Beach Resort 33 6 ■ ■ B A ■ S ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A11876 Forada Beach Rd. SE, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-763-7466 • 800-231-7273 Jeff & JoAnn Tuma Finest level sandy beach. Well kept level grounds. Deluxe clean, modern lakefront cottages.

Mary Big Foot Resort 34 10 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ B A ■ ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ N N O ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A8231 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308❆ 320-283-5533 • 1-888-239-2512 Joe & Teresa Martin Excellent fishing, level grounds, quiet, clean cabins. Lots for kids to do. www.bigfootresort.com

Mary Eden Acres I & II 35 19 ■ ■ ■ B A ■ ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■5181 Fish Hook Dr. SW, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-763-7434 • 800-535-6095 Ron, Pat & Kurt Meyers Great fishing, level sandy swim beaches, clean, modern cabins. www.edenacresresorts.com


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Mary Elmwood Resort 34 12 ■ ■ ■ B S ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■6567 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-886-5437 • 800-426-7494 Friendly, family resort/Groups welcome. Spacious cottages. Wi-Fi. www.elmwoodresort.com

Mary Maryview Beach Resort 34 6 ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■6082 N. Lk. Mary Dr. SW, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-762-2747 • 1-800-793-2747 Dale & Donna Lidberg Level sandy beach. Great family place.

Mary Westridge Shores Resort 34 11 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ N N W ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ O6907 St. Hwy. 114 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308❆ 320-886-5434 Eric & Erin Frederiksen Quiet resort, dock fishing, art studio & activities, Ice House rental, DVD players, free wi-fi. www.westridgeshores.com

Mill Mill Lake Resort 33 7 ■ ■ ■ S A ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■3551 W. Mill Lk. Rd. SW, Farwell, MN 56327

� 320-886-5381 • 320-766-7954 Scott & Kari Sandwick Lake's edge cabins on park-like grounds, sandy beach, large playground. www.milllakeresort.com

Miltona Tip Top Cove Resort 36 8 ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ O13430 E. Lk. Miltona Dr. NE, Miltona, MN 56354218-943-2731 Tim Hagen A total family vacation! Unique cottages on park like grounds.

Miltona Viking Bay Resort 36 12 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ S ■ ■ ■ ■ N N J ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ O12844 E. Lk. Miltona, Dr. NE, Miltona, MN 56354❆ 218-943-2104 Dwight & Dianne Droen Open year round, meeting facilities, great beach, beautiful grounds www.vikingbay.com

Miltona Woodland Resort 37 8 ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ O13270 E. Lk. Miltona, Dr NE, MIltona, MN 56354❆ 218-943-5191 • 877-MNWOODS Steve & Michelle Russell Open year round. Beautiful grounds. Ideal clear swim beach, large playgrounds.

Osakis Lakeshore Resort 39 11 ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■12676 Fairfax Dr., Osakis, MN 56360

� 320-859-2400 • 800-525-6056 Chuck & Mary Ward Pier fishing for walleye, northern, pan fish. Wind protected. www.lakeshorecabins.com

Osakis Linwood Resort & Campground 38 12 ■ ■ ■ S A ■ ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N N O ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■17857 Lake St. East, Osakis, MN 56360

� 320-859-2175 • 800-458-5136 Rafal & Theresa Zajac 1-4 BR cabins - all face the lake. Outdoor pool. www.linwoodresort.com

Osakis Midway Beach Resort & Campground 38 8 ■ ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A1821 E. Lake Street, Osakis, MN 56360Annie & Jacob Hemstock

� 320-859-4410 • 800-367-2547 Ken & Stephanie Alton A family resort with modern lakefront cabins, level grounds, beautiful sand beach. Free wi-fi. www.midwaybeach.com

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Reno Lake Reno Resort 39 8 ■ ■ S ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■10583 State Hwy. 29, Glenwood, MN 56334

� 320-283-5667 • 866-775-7366 Mark & Marlene Wagner Family • Fishing • Friendly & Affordable. Clean & quiet, level open grounds. [email protected] • www.lakerenoresort.net

Smith Smith Lake Resort 39 6 ■ ■ S A ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A3189 Smith Lk. Rd. SE, Osakis, MN 56360

� 320-859-2501 Tom & Linda Mulder Modern cabins, groceries, ice, gas, pontoon.

Victoria Lilac Lodge Resort 31 8 ■ ■ S ■ ■ N N ■ ■ ■ A114 Lilac Lane, Hwy 27, Alexandria, MN 56308

� 320-763-4440 • 877-335-0263 Pete & Pat Anderson A peaceful family resort with great fishing, super clean cabins & beautiful setting. www.lilaclodgeresort.com

Villard Canary Beach Resort 24 10 ■ ■ ■ ■ B A S ■ ■ C ■ ■ ■ ■ N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A17405 Cty Rd 28, Villard, MN 56385❆ 320-554-2471 Harold & Rosemarie Kraft Country clean lakefront cabins, new large cabins, dreamy beach. www.canarybeachresort.com


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Cottage Grove ResortON LAKE ANDREW

• Cabins, Campsites• Sandy Swimming Beach• Boat, Lift Rentals• Lodge w/snacks/bait/games• Non Smoking Cabins• Playground/Horseshoes

320-762-1336Email: [email protected]

7870 Cottage Lane SW • Alexandria, MN 56308

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★Excellent sandy beach

★Boats & docks on 2lakes

★Lake level air-conditionedcabins with screenedporches

★TV’s, DVD’s, gas grills

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★Volleyball, shuffleboard,horseshoe, basketball

★Boat included

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★Motor rental

★Wireless Internet

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Wagner’s Shady Creek ResortNorthwest of Alexandria

Located on 2 Lakes — Aaron & Moses

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1-800-398-991714563 LAKES RD. N.W., BRANDON, MN 56315

Dick & Linda Wagner

1-800-398-991714563 LAKES RD. N.W., BRANDON, MN 56315

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Lake AaronWater Area: 545 Acres Shore Length: 4.8 milesMaximum Depth: 16 Ft. Game Fish: Northern Pike, Panfish, Largemouth Bass & WalleyeUnique Features: Abundant northern and sunfish populations giving novice fisherpeople plenty of excitement. Natural sandy safe beach area for swimming. Map Location: C-5

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Lake Andrew ResortClean, Modern

Smoke-Free CabinsQuiet Setting • Swimming Beach

Excellent Fishing • Boat, Pontoon & Lift RentalsLarge Playground • Internet • Kayaks

Air Conditioning • Cable TV

8018 Co. Rd. 28 SW • Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-5660 or 320-815-6057www.funatlakeandrewresort.com

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Lake AndrewWater Area: 946 AcresShore Length: 5.3 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappies & Largemouth BassUnique Features: Spring fed, quiet and uncrowded, sandy beaches with no drop-offs.Map Location: I-8


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Lake AmeliaWater Area: 909 Acres Shore Length: 7.3 milesGame Fish: Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye & PanfishUnique Features: Centrally located 17 miles southeast ofAlexandria, 8 miles north of Glenwood and 18 miles west of Sauk Centre. A breathtaking beauty!Map Location: K-10

• 12 Vacation homes with full kitchens, A.C., TV, lakeside deck, grill,picnic table, private fire ring

• Campsites with full hook-ups• Great Fishing

• Beach with sundeck• 2 Tennis Courts• 2 Playgrounds & Game Room• Volleyball, Horseshoes, Shuffleboard• Groceries • Free Wi-Fi

• Bait & Tackle• Boat-Motor-Pontoon-Paddleboats• 6 Golf courses within 20 minutesWe welcome you to see why so many ofour guests come back year after year

One of Minnesota’s Finest Family Resorts Visit website for specials16953 142nd Street •Villard, MN 56385

15 miles west of Sauk Centre on hwy. 28www.shadyrestresort.com

NO PETS - NO JET SKIS PLEASENO PETS - NO JET SKIS PLEASE

Lake VillardWater Area: 536 Acres Shore Length: 3.6 milesGame Fish: Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass,Walleye & PanfishUnique Features: This lake will bring smiles to anyWalleye fisherman. It is also abundant in Bass andPan fish.Map Location: K-10

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Brophy LakeWater Area: 289 Acres Shore Length: 2.7 milesGame Fish: Walleye, PanfishUnique Features: Excellent lake for fishing Walleye, Bass,Sunfish and Crappies. Lake Brophy has an excellent lakeshore for swimming and boating.Map Location: F-7

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Lake CarlosWater Area: 2520 AcresShore Length: 14.1 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Panfish & Largemouth BassUnique Features: Clear cool water; depth from2 to 200 feet. Largest lake on the AlexandriaLake Chain. Great swimming and water sports.Map Location: E-9 and F-8

Lazy Day VillaClean, fully equipped hsk cabins, level sugar-sand beach, sauna, water bike & canoe. Decks,boats & motors. Near golf. NO PETS PLEASE.

LAKE CARLOS 1-888-850-4569 • (320) 846-1161250 THREE HAVENS DR NE David & Mary AusenALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 [email protected]

• 12 Clean Comfortable Cottages• Pontoon - Boat/Motor - Lift Rentals• Cable TV - Game Room - Playground

4860 County Road 42 NEAlexandria, MN 56308

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Shady Lawn Resort• On Alexandria’s Chain of Lakes •

1 1/2 miles from downtown on Lake Darling“Clean, Pleasant Family Resort’’

• Boats & motors • Completely furnished inc. • Picnic tables & grills cable TV & microwave ovens• Modern fish • Paddleboat & swim raft

cleaning house • Safe, sandy swimming area• Near Bike Trail (no drop-offs)• Wireless Internet • Playground equipment• Air Conditioned • Boat Lift • Fire Ring

• Pets on leash welcome •

Glen and Maggie Rustand1321 S. Darling Drive N.W., Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-3559E-Mail: [email protected]

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Val Halla Villa Resort– On Beautiful Lake Darling –

A super clean modern family resort only1 1/2 miles from downtown Alexandria.

• 7 Completely Furnished Units, • Water VolleyballSome With Decks • Paddleboat

• Safe, Sandy Swimming Area • Near Bike Trail• Swimming Dock & Raft • Basketball• Boat, Motor & Lift Rentals • Fire Ring• Picnic Tables, BBQ Grills • Microwaves• Modern Fish Cleaning House • Cable Color TV• Swingset, Bars & Playground • NO PETS PLEASEALL CABINS HAVE AC • INTERNET ACCESS

1301 S. Darling Drive NW, Alexandria, MN 56308

(320) 763-5869www.valhallavillaresort.com�

Lake DarlingWater Area: 954 AcresShore Length: 6.5 milesGame Fish: Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Panfish, LargemouthBass & WalleyeUnique Features: Medium-sized lake, minutes from downtown, butstill offers seclusion and serenity. Excellent fishing and recreational lake.Map Location: F-8


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Resorts AARON & MOSESShady Creek Resort, C-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80AMELIAShady Rest Resort, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11ANDREWCottage Grove Resort, I-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Lake Andrew Resort, I-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76BROPHYBrophy Lake Resort, F-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14CARLOSLazy Day Villa, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Windjammer Inn Resort, E-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21DARLINGArrowwood Resort & Conference Center, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Shady Lawn Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Val Halla Villa, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27GENEVAGeneva Beach Resort, G-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29IDABetsy Ross Resort, D-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

LE HOMME DIEUBerg’s Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36MAPLEMaple Island Resort, I-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Sunset Beach Resort, I-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40MARYBig Foot Resort, I-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Eden Acres I, H-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Eden Acres II, H-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Elmwood Resort, H-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Maryview Beach Resort, H-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Westridge Shores Resort, H-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52MILLMill Lake Resort, G-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63MILTONALucky Acres Campground, C-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Tip Top Cove Resort, D-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Viking Bay Resort & Lodge, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Woodland Resort, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55OSAKISHoliday Resort, F-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Lakeshore Resort, F-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Linwood Resort & Campground, G-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Midway Beach Resort & Cmpd, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67RENOLake Reno Resort, J-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82SMITHSmith Lake Resort & Campground, G-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42VICTORIALilac Lodge, G-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37VILLARDCanary Beach Resort, K-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

CampgroundsKnapp Memorial Park & Campground, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Lucky Acres Campground, C-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Oak Park Campground, F-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Shady Rest Resort, K-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Sportsman’s Motel & RV Park, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

MotelsAlexandria Hampton Inn, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3AmericInn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Arrowwood Resort, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Best Western Alexandria Inn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Country Inn & Suites, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Holiday Inn, H-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Sportsman’s Motel & RV Park, G-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Super 8 Motel, H-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Viking Bay Resort & Lodge, D-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Viking Motel & Extended Stay, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Bed & BreakfastsCedar Rose Inn, G-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Country Gardens B&B, G-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Lake L’Homme Dieu B&B, F-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Alexandria Lakes AreaChamber of Commerce

206 BroadwayAlexandria, MN 56308

1-800-235-9441www.VacationAlexandriaMN.com E-Mail: [email protected]

The Alexandria Lakes Area offers the bestof all worlds – unlimited access to the out-doors, small town hospitality and spirit,and big city conveniences and opportuni-ties. To find out more about this great placeto live, work and play, call the AlexandriaLakes Area Chamber of Commerce.

Formed by at least 4major glaciers nearly20,000 years ago,the Alexandria LakesArea is dotted with

lakes and rivers, forests, meadows androlling hills, each contributing to therecreational bonanza enjoyed by residentsand visitors alike.

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Lake GenevaWater Area: 631 AcresShore Length: 5.4 milesGame Fish: Bass, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Panfish, & Walleye Unique Features: Borders east side of Alexandria, on the chain, 2 milesfrom town. Natives say it is one of the prettiest lakes in the area.Map Location: F-9 and G-9

Lake VictoriaWater Area: 419 AcresShore Length: 6.4 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass,Perch, Sunnies, Crappies & BullheadsUnique Features: Lake Victoria is noted for itsexcellent bass, sunfish and crappie fishing.Large walleyes and northern pike are alsotaken from its cool waters.Map Location: G-9

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Lilac Lodge ResortWHERE QUIET, RELAXATION AND FAMILY COME TOGETHER

• GREAT Fishing • 8 clean Comfy Cabins • Swim Area w/raft •• Beautifully Kept Grounds • Boat Included w/Cabin •

Motor Rentals • Access to 7 Lakes on the Chain •114 Lilac Lane • Alexandria, MN 56308

Toll Free 1-877-335-0263 • 1-320-763-4440Visit us at www.Lilaclodgeresort.com


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BERG’S RESORT6 Clean Modern Housekeeping Cabins

2, 3, & 4 bedroom all with lake view.• Seasonal and Weekly Cabins• Great Swimming, No Drop Offs• Spacious, Lake Level & Great Sunsets• Picnic Tables - Grills• Swingset & Lawn Games• Pontoon Rental • No Pets Please

The Berg Family, Owners1315 Berg Ave. N.E.

Alexandria, MN 56308 • [email protected]

320-762-1426Resort Information/ Nov-April 763-780-4667

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Lake Le Homme DieuWater Area: 1,744 Acres • Shore Length: 9.0 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: Lake Le Homme Dieu is just minutes fromdowntown Alexandria and part of the famous chain of lakes. Onwindy days 3 sheltered bays make any water recreation possible.Map Location: F-9

Lake IdaWater Area: 4289 AcresShore Length: 21.2 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Smallmouth Bass,Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: One of the largest lakes inthe area; crystal clear water, sandy beachesand the finest walleye fishing in the county.Map Location: D-7

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Maple LakeWater Area: 815 AcresShore Length: 9.2 milesGame Fish: Walleye, NorthernPike, Largemouth Bass, & Panfish Unique Features: Cleanest spring fed lake in the area. Protected fromstrong winds. Rated as one of the12 best in Minnesota.Map Location: I-8 and I-9

The safe sandy beach withmodern cabins, store, boats &

motors make this agreat place. Boat ramp,cleaning house, freezer

service, and boatsare available.

Great walleye andbass fishing!

Laundry and television.

DOUG ELLERBROEKFree Kayaks & Paddleboat

Phone (320) 808-544213030 Maple Island Dr. S.E., Glenwood, MN 56334

Email: [email protected] Mobile: 320-808-5442www.mapleislandresort.com

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Mill LakeWater Area: 600 Acres Shore Length: 5 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, & Panfish Unique Features: Spring fed, deep and clear. 7miles west of Alexandria. Great fishing - evenhas bullheads.Map Location: H-6

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• Clean, air-conditioned cabins right on thelake's edge w/decks, grills, & firerings

• Sandy beach with swimming raft• Large playground, basketball, sand

volleyball & horseshoes• Pontoon rentals, boats & motors• Paddle boat, canoes, & hydrobikes• Level boat launch• Store with bait, tackle, gameroom,

groceries & ice• Wireless Internet

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Plan a fall get away to theAlexandria Lakes Area.

★ Deluxe Clean Modern Lakefront Cottages★ Finest Level Sand Beach ★ Well Kept Level Grounds

★ Crystal Clear Spring Fed Lake★ Excellent Swimming and Fishing★ 5 1/2 Miles South of Alexandria

• Boats • Motors • Paddleboats • Funbugs • TVBait and Convenience Store

(Spring & Fall Reduced Rates)11876 Forada Beach Rd. SE, Alexandria, MN 56308

1-320-763-7466 • Reservations: 1-800-231-7273www.sunsetbeachresortmn.com

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Lake MaryWater Area: 2371 Acres Shore Length: 24 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, & Panfish Unique Features: Excellent swimming due to gradual slopes. Fun, large recreational lake surrounded by majestic trees.Map Location: H-5-7 and I-6

• 12 Clean, Comfortable Cabins1 to 6 bedrooms

• Family Groups Welcome• Playgrounds, Game Room,

Lifts, Store, Color TV, Pontoon

Elmwood Resort6567 State Hwy. 114 SWAlexandria, MN 56308

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Special 3 & 4 Night Packages, Spring, Summer & Fall

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• 2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Cabins• Good Fishing • Store• Playground • Pontoon• Game Room • Boats & Motors• Bait • Boat Lifts

Visit our website at www.maryviewbeachresort.com

1-800-793-27476082 N. Lk. Mary Dr. S.W. Alexandria, MN 56308

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Lake MiltonaWater Area: 5838 AcresShore Length: 15 milesGamefish: Walleye, Muskie, Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie and Panfish.Unique Features: The largest lake and most diverse fishery in Douglas County. Perfect for the sportsman in search of a trophy, or the family in search of a basket of panfish. Sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Excellent ice fishing and snowmobiling opportunities.Map Location: C-7-9 and D-9

• 2-3-4 Bedroom Cottages • Pontoon Rental• Microwaves • Boats, Motors, Gas, Bait• Fireplaces in Some • Lifts Available• Swimming Beach • Game Room• Paddle Boat, Basketball, • Golf & Tennis 1 Mile

Volleyball, Horseshoes • Water Trampoline

Lake MiltonaA Family Resort

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& TVs

13430 E. Lake Miltona Dr. N.E., Miltona, MN 56354Telephone (218) 943-2731 • FAX (218) 943-1119

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LUCKY ACRESCAMPGROUND– on beautiful Lake Miltona –

GREAT PLACE TO SWIM, FISH, RELAX & PLAY!15133 Spring Lake Road NW, Miltona, MN 56354

Email: [email protected]

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Cabins • Lodge Suites • Motel Rooms • Reunion House • PontoonMeeting Room For Up To 30 People • Marina with Concrete Ramp

(218) 943-2104 • www.VikingBay.com

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• Modern Lakefront Cabins - A/C• Decks with gas grills• Color TVs, DVD Players, Cable• Wireless Internet Resort-Wide• Level Shady Grounds – No Roads• Sugar Sand Beach – No Drop-offs• Lakeside Gas & Bait, Dock Service• Boat/Motor/Pontoon Rental• Playground • Large Lawn • Lodge• Full Hook-up RV Camping• Near Paved Bike Trails• Golf, antiques, and more nearby• Spring & Fall Specials - Retreats

MidwayBeachRESORT & CAMPGROUND

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Lake OsakisWater Area: 6270 AcresShore Length: 53 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Panfish, Crappies & Largemouth Bass Unique Features: Top walleye lake with abundant panfish. Largeyear-round lake for many activities. Large waterfowl nookery. Map Location: F-12, F-13 and G-12

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LAKESHORE RESORTLAKESHORE RESORT NW Shore of Lake OsakisUltra clean all electric cabins with air, microwaves, decks, TVs,

peacefully located on dead end road. Catch walleye, northern, panfishfrom 5 large fishing docks. Boats, motors, pontoon, gas, bait, tackle,

licenses, guide. Boat ramp, wind protected. Level grounds. Sandybeach, free water toys, game room, playground. Lodge and store.

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Clean, Quiet, Full Service ResortSTORE, BAIT, GAS, BOAT & PONTOON RENTAL, LAUNDRY

WiFi, Playgrounds, SANDY BEACH, Beautiful Sunsets10583 State Hwy 29 • Glenwood, MN 56334

[email protected] • www.lakerenoresort.net

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Lake RenoWater Area: 3722 AcresShore Length: 11.2 milesGame Fish: Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass & PanfishUnique Features: Peaceful and beau-tiful. Surrounded by mostly undevel-oped land. Gradual sandy shoresmake it easy to fish and swim.Map Location: J-8

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Smith LakeWater Area: 575 AcresShore Length: 5.5 milesGame Fish: Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass, Black Crappie & PanfishUnique Features: Pleasant woods surrounding the lake provide a quiet,peaceful atmosphere for nature lovers.Spring fed. 7 miles east of Alexandria.Map Location: G-10

Smith LakeResort

• 6 Modern Housekeeping Cabins

• Groceries & Ice• Fish Cleaning Facilities• Boat, Motor, Pontoon

• Air Conditioning• Television• Gas & Oil• Bait & Tackle• Slide In The Lake

Tom & Linda Mulder3189 Smith Lake Road S.E.

Osakis, MN 56360www.10Kvacationrentals.com/smithlake/index.htm

E-mail: [email protected]

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T he paved and picturesque 55-mile long Central Lakes State Trailrecreation trail stretches from

Osakis to Fergus Falls passingthrough the communities ofAlexandria, Garfield, and Nelsonalong the way. It is a delightful ride

through farmland, over bridges, andpast area lakes. Riders will also enjoystopping at the covered shelters,hometown restaurants and smallcommunities along the trail.The trail is scenic and nearly all of it isaway from highway noises, making

for a quiet ride. On morning orevening rides it is not unusual to seewildlife such as ducks, pheasants,whitetail deer and fox. Parking canbe found along the Central LakesTrail in Alexandria at Big Ole Park andin the cities of Dalton, Ashby,

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Evansville, Brandon, Garfield, Nelsonand Osakis. Lake Wobegon Trail The Central Lakes Trail meets thepaved Lake Wobegon Trail in Osakis.That trail continues on into St. Joseph,46 miles away. Between these two

trails cyclists can explore nearly 100miles of some of the most diversescenery in Central Minnesota. Rentals, Group Rides & RacesYou do not have to bring your bikeswith you when vacationing in the LakesArea. Area merchants have recumbent,

tandem, comfort, mountain and roadbikes available for rent. For more trailinformation contact the AlexandriaLakes Area Chamber of Commerce, orone of the area bike shops.

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The Alexandria Lakes Area is wonderful all summer long andwe want to invite you here to experience our favorite sea-son…WINTER! Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow-

boarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, the Ice FishingChallenge Tournament, Alexandria Blizzard - NAHL Hockey, andmore, are waiting for you in the Lakes Area. Alexandria is alsohome to 500 miles of scenic snowmobile trails.

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SKI • BOARD • CROSS-COUNTRYSNOW TUBEAndes Tower Hills is located in the glaciallycut hills of Kensington, just 15 miles westof Alexandria. 16 downhill runs, threechairlifts, snow tubing, cross-country skitrails, pro shop, snack bar, and rental shopsays a lot about Andes Tower Hills, but weare not done yet. A newly expanded ter-rain park awaits the snowboard enthusiast.Andes’ runs will challenge the expert skier,and be friendly to the first timer as well.Three chairlifts help reduce your wait inthe lift line, so you can spend more timeon the slopes. If you do not like to ski, orboard, then try snow tubing. Andes willgive you a lift to the top and let you rideyour tube to the bottom on one of theirfive runs groomed specifically for snowtubing. Cross-country skiers will enjoy 15kilometers of cross-country trails that tra-verse the picturesque countryside. AndesTower Hills is located on the DATA snow-mobile trail system making it a popularstop for lunch or snacks.

Snowmobiling…as good as it gets in MinnesotaThe Douglas Area Trails Association (DATA)maintains 368 miles of snowmobile trailsin Douglas County. The scenic trail system

winds its way through west centralMinnesota’s Hardwood Hills and RiverPrairie landscape. The diverse landscape ofprairie, woods and lakes, the result ofreceding glaciers, provides a variety of rid-ing experiences and some spectacularviews. Every community in DouglasCounty is connected to the trail so you arealways near lodging, restaurants and fuelstops. 36 miles of the system include theblacktopped, multi-use Central Lakes Trailthat connects to Fergus Falls to the north,and St. Joseph to the south. The DATAtrail system is open for snowmobile useonly from December 1st to March 30th(snow conditions allowing). Visit the web-site for grooming schedules, trail condi-tions and a variety map options. Contactthe Alexandria Chamber of Commerce forinformation or visit the DATA websitewww.douglasareatrails.com

Ice FishingIce fishing is an ever-growing sport inMinnesota. During the summer theAlexandria Lakes Area is home to lakes fullof fish. In the winter the fish are still there,just waiting for anglers to test their skill.High-tech gear has made the fishing onthe ice more inviting, and productive,than ever. Those who prefer a little morecomfort may consider renting a cozy ice-house at one of the area resorts.

Other Winter FunCarlos Creek Winery, Minnesota’s largestwinery, is open year round. They offertours, tasting, and a very unique experi-ence…dog sled rides. It’s a thrill to ridewith an experienced musher as his eagerteam of dogs transport visitors on trailsthrough the picturesque vineyard. Formore information call Carlos Creek Wineryat 320-846-5443, or online at www.carloscreekwinery.com.

Lake Carlos State Park is open for the win-ter. It’s snowmobile trails are connected tothe DATA trail system. Cross-country skiingis available on groomed trails, and adven-turous visitors can snowshoe throughoutthe park, except on groomed trails. A statepark permit is needed for admission.

Many Winter Lodging Optionsto Choose FromYou will find a wide variety of lodging options available in the AlexandriaLakes Area. Motels, bed and breakfastsand many resorts are available to ourguests in all price ranges and with a vari-ety of amenities. Visit the lodging sectionof this guide for more information.


Snowmobile Trail Conditions:Call 800-235-9441, or visit www.douglasareatrails.com

Ski Conditions:Call 1-87-SKI-ANDES or visit www.andestowerhills.com


FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Awake the Lakes FestivalMEMORIAL DAY WEEKENDSummer kick-off celebration with rides,rib-fest, children’s events and livemusic.Call the Alexandria Chamber ofCommerce at (320) 763-3161 or go towww.alexandriamn.org

Vikingland Band FestivalJUNEPlan to attend one of the top marchingband competitions in Minnesota. Eventtime, photos and a listing of competingbands can be found atwww.marching.com

Viking Plaza Crazy DaysJULYFor more information visit:www.vikingplaza.com

Douglas County FairAUGUSTThis is Minnesota's 10th largest fair andit's packed full of events, exhibits, enter-tainment and food. The demolitionderby is always a big hit. www.mndouglascofair.com

Downtown Crazy DaysAUGUSTFor more information visit www.downtownalexandria.com

Grape Stomp & Wine FestivalSEPTEMBERA fall celebration featuring wine, foodand entertainment. Call the Carlos CreekWinery at (320) 846-5443 or go to www.carloscreekwinery.com

Quilts Along the TrailSEPTEMBERA collection of antique and contempo-rary quilts by Central Minnesota quiltersand collectors are displayed along theCentral Lakes Trail in Osakis.

Alexandria 5K/10K RunSEPTEMBERThe 6th Annual event supports the mis-sion of the Lakes Area Humane Society.Besides the 5k and 10k runs, the eventincludes a scenic dog walk to City Park,and a 1k Kids Run for children 12 andunder. For more information visitwww.alexandria5k10krun.com

“Fall In Love With Downtown”Fall Festival DaysSEPTEMBERDowntown Alexandria. More informa-tion at www.downtownalexandria.com

Applefest at Carlos Creek WineryOCTOBERThis October celebration of the appleharvest is a wonderful event for thewhole family. For more information visitwww.carloscreekwinery.com

Christmas at the FortNOVEMBERKick off the holiday season with thisdelightful family event held in FortAlexandria. Santa officially lights upAlexandria's Christmas lights. There'smusic and refreshments. More informa-tion at www.runestonemuseum.org

Search our full event listings quickly and easily atwww.vacationalexandriamn.com or call 1-800-235-9441

1/2 Mile Dirt High-Bank OvalApril-September • Saturday Nights

Gates Open at 4:00 pmRacing Starts: April-May at 5:30 • June-Sept at 6:00

(320) 762-1559Box 462 • Alexandria, MN 56308

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“Live Theatre…Miles from NewYork…Right on Broadway”

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SPORTING EVENTSAndes Tower HillsOPEN NOVEMBER - MARCHDownhill skiing, boarding and tubing. Call (320) 965-2455 for more informationor go to www.andestowerhills.com

Chain of Lakes TriathlonMAYwww.pickleevents.com

Alexandria Blizzard HockeySEASON: SEPTEMBER TO MARCHNorth American Hockey League Call (320) 763-1413 for full schedule orgo to www.alexandriablizzard.com

Alexandria Beetles BaseballSEASON JUNE TO AUGUSTNorthwoods Baseball League at KnuteNelson Memorial Park Call (320) 763-8151 for information or visit www.alexandriabeetles.com

Resorter’s Golf TournamentEND OF JULY, EARLY AUGUSTAlexandria Golf Club. For information call (320) 763-3605 or visit www.alexandriagolfclub.com

Garden Center Bowling LeagueMen’s League and Women’s Leagues in the Fall & Winter.Call (320) 763-6565 for more information

Viking SpeedwaySEASON APRIL TO OCTOBERWissota racing action on a 1/2 mile oval track.Call (320) 762-1559 for a completeschedule or go towww.vikingspeedway.net

Minnesota State Trapshooting TournamentJULYAnnual state trapshooting competition.Call the Alexandria Shooting Park at(320) 763-5315 or go to www.alexandriashootingpark.com

Sertoma Ice Fishing ChallengeFEBRUARYAnnual event with thousands of dollars in prizes including a pickup. For more information go to www.icefishingchallenge.org

FINE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTAlexandria Area Arts AssociationLive entertainment on stage throughoutthe year. Call (320) 762-8300 for a complete schedule or go to www.alexandriaareaarts.org

Theatre L’Homme DieuJUNE TO AUGUSTProfessional Summer Stock Theatre.Call (320) 846-3150 for a completeschedule or go to www.tlhd.org

Art in the ParkJULYAnnual arts and craft event held in City Park.Call (320) 762-8300 for more informationor go to www.alexandriaareaarts.org

Festival of the LakesAUGUSTNationally known musicians performingchamber music and solo repertoires. Call (320) 762-5666 for a completeschedule or go to www.alexfest.org

AREA TOWN FESTIVALSEple Tiden – Starbuck (eh-pleh-tee-den)Festival in SEPTEMBER www.starbuckmn.orgRunestone Days - Kensington in JUNEOsakis Festival in JUNEwww.visitosakis.comEvansville 4th of JULY Celebrationwww.evansvillemn.comHeritage Days – Starbuck in JULYwww.starbuckmn.orgMiltona Tornado Days – Miltona in JULYwww.miltona.orgWaterama – Glenwood in JULYwww.waterama.orgParkers Prairie Fall Festival in AUGUSTGarfield Day in AUGUSTFlekkefest - Elbow Lake in AUGUSTFor information contact the Elbow LakeChamber of Commerce at (218) 685-5380Forada Days in AUGUSTHoffman Harvest Festival in AUGUSTwww.hoffmanmn.comRose City Threshing Days in AUGUST

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Atikwa Golf Club at Arrowwood ResortArrowwood Drive, Alexandria, MN320-762-TEES (8337)

Geneva Golf Club3 Miles east of Alexandria on Hwy 27, left 1 mile on Liberty RoadPro Shop 320-762-7089 • www.genevagolfclub.com

Hardwood Hills Golf Club 8446 CR 27 SW, Alexandria, MN 56308320-886-1400

Minnewaska Golf Club1 mile west of Glenwood on Hwy 28/29, Glenwood, MN320-634-3680 • www.minnewaskagolfclub.com

Pine Ridge Golf CourseI-94 to Exit 90 1 mile North to Brandon - Left onto Cty. Rd 165 miles North • 320-834-4028 or 320-876-4028

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Open to the public. Newly renovated, discoverthe natural and undisturbed beauty ofAlexandria’s most scenic golf course.

Joel Goldstrand Design. Area’s finest champi-onship 27 hole golf course. Full Bar and Grill.Open to public.

Affordable & family friendly. Scenic & challengingcourse with driving range. Food on site.Student, Senior & Military Discount

Open to the public. Recently awarded 4.5 stars inGolf Digest places to play. Fantastic views of LakeMinnewaska on rolling terrain.

Open to the public with driving range. Drive carts with roofs available. Senior and Junior rates,breakfast and grill orders served in club house.

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• Driving Range• 9 hole Public Golf Course• Call for Tee Times• Credit Cards Accepted

5 miles north of Brandon on CountyRoad 16

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27 Holes - Championship Level Play• Affordable Rates - GPS On All Carts• Bent Grass Greens & Landing Areas• Natural Water Hazards• 5 Sets of Tees• Strategically Placed Bunkers• Clubhouse & Pro Shop

Stay With Us & Dine With Us!Our lodging is located on the courseonly steps away from the clubhouse.Package prices are per person and ratesare dependent on the season.Geneva Grill serves wonderfullunches, steaks, ribs and walleye.

4181 Geneva Golf Club Drive • Alexandria, MN 56308

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“This course compares favorably with some of the best resort courses in Minnesota.” – Joel Goldstrand

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Play & Stay PackagesStarting at $99 per person

27-Hole Joel Goldstrand Course

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Open 7 Days • Highly recommended for breakfasts!Serving noon lunches M-F • Fast & friendly service

1/4 mile West of Big Ole • 612 3rd Ave. W

320-763-3877

Serving Lunch & DinnerBurgers • Steaks • SeafoodPastas • Ice Cream Drinks

4960 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria1 block N. of the Carlos/L’Homme Dieu bridge

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“Alexandria’s Recommended Casual Dining”

Breakfast Served All Day • Full MenuHomemade Soups & Specials • Great Burgers

Deli Sandwiches • Salad Bar • ItalianFresh Baked Pies & Pastries • Cinnamon & CaramelRolls • Children’s & Senior’s Menu • Open 7 Days

511 BroadwayDowntown Alexandria

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Viking PlazaShopping Center

763-4818

–KNOWN FOR GREAT BREAKFASTS–

OPEN 24 HOURS4920 Highway 29 SouthJust off I-94, Exit 103

Alexandria, Minnesota 56308

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Good Things, Every Day!Daily Lunch & Dinner Buffet

Delivery & Pickup1522 Broadway, Alexandria

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Open Tues - Sat at 4pm• Serving over 70 wines by the glass• Over 50 ales & lagers• Eclectic Gourmet Menu• Live music Thursday at 7:00

320-759-2277115 6th Avenue East

Alexandria, MNwww.sixthavenuewineandale.com

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Angelina’s Restaurant1215 Hwy 29 N.(320) 762-1324 (L, D)www.angelinasllc.com

Arrowwood Deck Bar & Grill 320) 762-1124 (L, D seasonal)www.arrowwoodresort.com

Bennigan's Grill & Tavern 110 30th Ave. W. (320) 763-7763 (L, D)www.bennigans.com

Bug a Boo Bay 2800 North Nokomis Street NE (320) 846-1122 (L, D)www.bugaboobay.com

Burger King 303 30th Ave (320) 762-0530 209 Nokomis (320) 763-1675 (B, L, D)

Caribou Coffee Company 4911 Hwy 29 South, Suite 101 & 307 N Nokomis (B, L)(320) 762-8589

Culvers Restaurant 610 50th Avenue West (320) 763-2266 (L, D)

D Michael B’s Bar & Grill Viking Plaza Mall (320) 762-2697 (L, D)www.dmichaelbs.com

Doolittles Woodfire Grill 4409 Hwy 29 South (320) 759-0885 (L, D)www.doolittlesrestaurants.com

Interlachen Inn 4960 Co Road 42 NE (320) 846-1051 (L, D)www.interlacheninn.com

Fat Daddy’s Bar & Grill 115 - 30th Avenue East @Garden Center(320) 763-6565 (L, D)www.gardencenterlanes.com

Geneva Grill 4181 Geneva Golf Club Drive (320) 762-7089 (L, D)www.genevagolfclub.com

Herby’s Bar, Grill & Café 211 Main Avenue, Carlos (320) 852-7170 (B, L, D)

Jan’s Place Restaurant & Catering 612 3rd Avenue West (320) 763-3877 (B, L)

The Lake Café Arrowwood Resort (320) 762-1124 (B, L, D)www.arrowwoodresort.com

Northwoods Cafe 903 3rd Ave. E (320) 763-3700 (B, L)

Papa John’s306 E 3rd Avenue (320) 763-8777 (L, D)

Papa Murphy’s 1405 Broadway St. (320) 763-7420 (L, D)www.papamurphys.com

The Peak Supper Club 43517 Co Hwy 38, Clitherall (218) 267-5491 (D)

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 4920 Highway 29 South (320) 763-6611 (B, L, D)www.perkinsrestaurants.com

Pizza Ranch 1522 Broadway (320) 762-4010 (L, D)www.pizzaranch.com

Rudy’s Red Eye Grill 3637 Hwy 29 S in the Holiday Inn (320) 763-6577 (B, L, D)

Sixth Avenue Wine & Ale 115 6th Ave East (320) 763-5634 (D)www.sixthavenuewineandale.com

Taco Johns 1224 Broadway (320) 763-7885 (B, L, D)

Tennessee Roadhouse I-94 & Hwy. 29 S. (320) 763-7128 (L, D)

Tio’s Mexican Grill 217 N Nokomis (320) 762-1192 (B, L, D)

Traveler’s Inn Restaurant 511 Broadway(320) 763-4000 (B, L, D)www.travelersinncafe.com

Weston Station 4417 East Hwy 27 (320) 763-6677 (D)www.westonstation.com

Lakes Area RestaurantsRestaurant serves breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)

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Shopping In the Alexandria Lakes Area Is Fun!!!While shopping is not the only rea-son visitors come to the AlexandriaLakes Area, it is without a doubt auniversal activity. We are one ofMinnesota’s fastest growing out-state communities and our mer-chants offer a wide variety of goodsand services. As a regional destina-tion Alexandria offers 100’s of shop-ping opportunities. This includesshopping centers, strip malls, bar-

gain outlets, art galleries, antiqueand specialty stores, a historic down-town district and so much more. Historic Downtown Alexandria withits turn of the century architecturecouldn’t be more charming. Thisdiverse retail district features severalrestaurants as well as unique spe-cialty and antique shops, all withineasy walking distance.

Whether your shopping adventuretakes you to the malls, HistoricDowntown Alexandria or to themany unique shops that dot theLakes Area, visitors will enjoy ourrelaxed pace, amazing variety, andfriendly merchants. If you are look-ing for the perfect gift or uniqueitems you just can’t livewithout…you will find it in theAlexandria Lakes Area.

Big Ole Central Park and the Central Lakes Trail

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FUNKY HANDBAGS • FUN JEWELRYT-SHIRTS • GOURMET FOODS • SCARVES

SUNGLASSES • GIFTS FOR ALL • LINDSAY PHILLIPSOpen 7 days a week

6th and Broadway • 320-846-1100


The Mustard SeedChristian Books and Gifts

Bibles, Books, Gifts, Music,Inspirational Art, Sunday

School and Church Supplies

DOWNTOWN ALEXANDRIA607 Broadway • Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-7383e-mail: [email protected]

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Service on Saturday

320-762-21143710 So. Hwy. 29, Alexandriawww.alexandria-motors.com

Sales•Service•Parts•Body Shop3809 Hwy. 29 South

320-762-0292www.carpetone

FLOOR& HOME

Alexandria, MN 56308Residential • CommercialUnderground WiringSpecialty LightingLicensed • Bonded • Insured

Office: 320-763-7944 Cell: 320-760-0391

If you have a limited amount of time to fish, or are new to angling,consider hiring an area guide.

“Let KyleServe You”

Diekman’sJewelry

111 6th Ave. West • Downtown Alexandria762-0309 • 800-568-5336www.diekmansjewelry.com

LEXANDRIAAVIATION, INC

Flight Instruction • Charter & Rentals • Aircraft Sales & Air Rides

MUNICIPAL AIRPORT2604 Aga Drive • Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-762-2111

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Serving the fishermen of theAlexandria Area for 77 years.

The most complete selection of bait & tackle inWest Central Minnesota - including a vast

selection of bass & muskie tackle, as well asserving all of your live bait needs

309 3rd Ave. E • Alexandria • 320-763-3255

DOWN TOWNLIQUOR STORE

on the corner of3rd & Broadway

763-5404We accept credit cards.

The Oldest and Still The Best in Alexandria

PLAZADISCOUNT LIQUOR

“Where You Buy For Less”

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South of Viking Plaza

• Your Authorized Full LineYamaha Outboard Dealer

• Large Selection of Alumacraft Boats• ShoreMaster Lifts & Docks

• Your Authorized Full LineYamaha Outboard Dealer

• Large Selection of Alumacraft Boats• ShoreMaster Lifts & Docks

All profits go back to the City to help reduce your taxes.

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30-70% discounts everyday on groceries,housewares, health & beauty, tools,

clothing, furniture, appliances,& much more.

Highway 27 East, Alexandria

320-763-5555Also check out our website for weekly specials at

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Huge Indoor Showroom!7390 Co. Rd. 82, Garfield, MN 56332

320-834-6333Toll Free 877-880-8090

View our inventory at:www.steinbring.com

406 Broadway, Alexandria763-5200

www.acehardware.com“Ace is the place with the helpful hardware folks”

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Healthcare & WellnessCaring for our residents and visitors is important to us. DouglasCounty is home to a diverse and growing healthcare sector. Thisincludes primary, general and specialty care providers. A wide(and continually widening) variety of elective procedures, long-term care options, senior care, dental, chiropractic, natural/home-opathic and other supporting healthcare services are also availablethroughout the region.

Douglas County HopspitalThe Douglas County Hospital is a 127 bed, state-of-the-art, acutecare hospital that serves the greater West Central Minnesota andsurrounding area. The hospital recently completed a 31 milliondollar facility expansion that positions the organization to meetthe projected population growth and increased healthcare needsof the region for the next 30-40 years. The expansion included:

• Three-story 110,000 square foot addition• New surgical patient unit with private rooms/baths• New obstetrics unit with private rooms/baths• New orthopedic clinic• New relocated heliport• 120 additional parking spaces • New lobby, hospital entrance and gift shop• Expanded emergency room lobby

The hospital has also been named one of the nation's Top 100Hospitals based on best performance across the whole hospital inthe areas of: patient outcomes, patient safety, patient satisfaction,efficiency and financial stability.

Douglas County Hospital - 24-Hour EmergencyEmergency room treatment is imperative if you have a life threat-ening illness or injury that could cause serious harm. These mayinclude severe abdominal pains, chest pains, major injuries, bleed-ing, unconsciousness, disorientation, severe accidents and physicalinjuries in which bones pierce the skin. The Douglas CountyHospital Emergency Department is dedicated to providing emer-gency and trauma care to Alexandria and the surrounding com-munities. The Emergency Department is located on the main levelwith accessibility through an enclosed ambulance garage.

Douglas County Hospital 111 17th Avenue EastAlexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1511www.dchospital.com

Alexandria Clinic, P.A.610 30th Avenue West,Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5123

Osakis Medical ClinicHwy 127 West

Osakis, MN 56360320-859-3038

www.alexclinic.comCall for an appointment

Dedicated to providing preventive, interventionaland supportive services in the most compassionate,

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“Caring for you and about you”www.trummdrug.com

Alexandria • Elbow Lake • Glenwood • Parkers Prairie

Urgent Care or Same Day Care in the Lakes AreaUrgent and Express Care Centers in Douglas County providewalk-in access for acute illness and injury care. They are typi-cally staffed with Physicians, and may also have PhysicianAssistants, Nurse Practitioners, nurses, and radiology and labo-ratory technicians working with patients. They treat non-lifethreatening conditions such as:

• Sprains• Minor Fractures• Lacerations• Muscle strains• Burns• Colds & Flu• Rashes• Bites • Viral illnesses• Bronchitis, pneumonia• Asthma attacks• Dehydration• Allergic reactions• Other common illnesses

Please contact either clinic, or the hospital, if you are in doubtwhere to go for your health condition. They will direct you to theappropriate facility.

Alexandria Clinic-Express Care610 30th Avenue WestAlexandria, MN 56308(320) 763-5123Toll Free: (800) 646-4220www.alexclinic.comHoursMonday – Thursday: 8 AM – 7 PMFriday: 8 AM – 5 PMSaturday: 9 AM – 1 PM

Broadway Medical Center - Same Day Care1527 Broadway StreetAlexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0399Toll Free: (888) 640-0399www.broadwaymedicalcenter.comHoursMonday – Thursday: 8 AM – 7 PMFriday: 8 AM – 5 PMSaturday: 9 AM - Noon

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ALEXANDRIA LAKES AREACHAMBER OF COMMERCE206 Broadway • Alexandria, MN 56308

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PA I DPermit No. 158Alexandria, MN

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