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| Official 2010 Thief River Falls Visitors Guide • 218-686-9785

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Welcome To Thief River Falls ......4 & 5Area Events .............................................6Parks .......................................................12Area Map...............................................13Attractions & Entertainment .............14Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village .....18Accommodations & Camping ..........22Thief River Falls Riverwalk ................23Seasons of Thief River .......................25Dine-In & Take-Out .............................26

Shopping, Antiques & Collectibles .......................................30The Great Outdoors .............................35Area Birding ..........................................36Local Fishing .........................................39Moving To Thief River Falls ...............40Visitor Services ....................................45Churches ...............................................46

Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau 2042 Hwy. 1 West Thief River Falls, MN 56701 (218) 686-9785 E-mail: [email protected] www.visittrf.com

Thief River Falls Visitors Guide Copyright © 2010. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Reproduction without permission from Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc. is strictly prohibited. The publisher has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the material in the Thief River Falls Visitors Guide. However, as unpredictable changes and errors do occur, the publisher can assume no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.

Published by: Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc. P.O. Box 1734 St. Cloud, MN 56302 Phone (320) 252-8871 Fax (320) 252-0264 [email protected] www.northstarvg.com

President: Gary WebberEditor & Publisher: Pat WebberDesign & Production: Tracy Zwilling & Cathy HennenCopy: Pat Webber Advertising Sales Director: Gary Webber Proof Tracking: Penny GoetzFreelance Photography: Russ Holmaas & Beth Iliff

WELCOME TO THIEF RIVER FALLS! Come explore our charming city and warm hospitality. You’ll soon discover why visitors and locals alike love our scenic parks, delightful attractions and safe, friendly neighborhoods. Enjoy!Cover photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.

Morgan and friends on the Riverwalk.

Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.

Photo by Beth Iliff.

Area Golfers. Photo by Thief River Falls Times.

Arctic Cat snowmobiling. Photo by Arctic Cat.

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Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau: (218) 686-9785Winter Road Information: 511Statewide: 1-800-542-0220Emergency: 911Thief River Falls Regional Airport: 1-800-225-2525Minnesota Office of Tourism: 1-800-657-3700MeritCare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Center Clinic: (218) 681-4747 • 800-550-4109

MeritCare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Center (218) 681-4240Law Enforcement Center: (218) 681-6161Fire Department: (218) 681-3943U.S. Postal Service: (218) 681-3053Travel Information Center: (218) 681-3720Poison Control Centers: 1-800-222-1222

Location300 miles NW of the Twin Cities on trunk highways 59, 32 and 1. Located at the junction of the Red Lake and Thief Rivers.

Distance toMinneapolis/St. Paul .........296 milesChicago, IL ..........................650 milesSioux Falls, SD ...................300 milesGrand Forks, ND ...................55 milesDenver, CO ..........................900 milesWinnipeg, Manitoba Canada ................................159 miles

Boating on the Red Lake River. Photo by Beth Iliff.

Thunder on Hooves. Photo by Russ Holmaas.

Street Wizards Car Show. Photo by Beth Iliff.

Wondering what to do in Thief River Falls? Follow grandparents Cecil and Maryel and their delightful family Kaine, Vanessa, Morgan, Ivar and Gage

around town as they showcase some of the best Thief River Falls has to offer!

Avg. High Avg. Low

Spring 52°F 29°F

Summer 79°F 54°F

Fall 51°F 32°F

Winter 17°F 0°F

Thief River Falls has great weather

year-round!

Average Rainfall: 24”/yearAverage Snowfall: 50”/year

Our Claim To FameThe birthplace of the Arctic Cat snowmobile and one of the top wildlife and birding areas in the country, Thief River Falls is also the county seat for Pennington County.

History of Thief River Falls

By Gretchen Beito

Thief River Falls first developed as a lumber milling town. It also became a major

agricultural service area because of the rich soil left by ancient, glacial Lake Agassiz.

The unusual name, “Thief River,” was given to the river by the Ojibwe and Dakota people. “Falls” was added to the name of the new city in 1896 because

a series of rapids in the river had been converted to a waterfall by the construction of the dam. Until 1904,

an Ojibwe village of 40 families was located where the Thief River and Red Lake River meet.

The Great Northern and the Soo Line Railroads brought prosperity when Thief River Falls

became a center for shipping wheat. Today, the city continues its entrepreneurial spirit,

preserving and respecting the past, yet growing and moving

toward the future, especially in the manufacturing and

distribution industries.

Smiling faces at the rodeo. Photo by Russ Holmaas.

Statue of Chief Red Robe. Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc..

JanuaRy January 8-10 Pee Wee A Hockey TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-689-8560.

January 15-17 I-500 red lAke nATIon & uScc SnoWmobIle rAce. USCC and Red Lake Nation team up for Red Lake Nation’s I-500 Snowmobile Race. 500 miles of uncharted land and trails, a grueling race between man and machine for a race prize of $10,000. For more information visit www.usracing.com.

January 15-17 bAnTAm A Hockey TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-689-8560.

FebRuaRy February 6-7 15TH AnnuAl THIef rIver fAllS Gun SHoW. Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., National Guard Armory. Featuring guns, baseball cards and coins. Admission $3. Children under 12 not admitted unless accompanied by an adult. For more information call 218-681-6553.

February 13-14 SquIrT A & SquIrT b Hockey TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-689-8560.

February 14 knIGHTS of columbuS fISHInG derby. Held on the Red Lake River near Chief Red Robe Park from 1-3 p.m. Prizes and fun for all ages. For more information call 218-681-7383.

February 25 THIef rIver fAllS enTerTAIn-menT SerIeS PreSenTS “Ten o’clock clAS-SIcS”. 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. These talented young musicians have created an inventive way to bring the joy of classical music to the uninitiated. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

aRea evenTsIn Thief River Falls you can choose from an endless list of events —world-class snowmobile races, cultural festivals and entertainment, county fairs, Fourth of July fireworks, historical celebrations and professional bullriding contests. Check out our calendar below or go to www.visittrf.com

Vanessa and Gage whip down the slide at the Pennington County Fair.Photo by Beth Iliff.

Kids love a spin at the Pennington County Fair.

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February 27 PennInGTon counTy mASTer GArdener SPrInG WorkSHoP. For more informa-tion call 218-683-7030.

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March 4-5 norTHlAnd colleGe WInTer merrImenT-love. 7 p.m., NCTC Student Commons.

March 6 SecTIon 8A GIrlS bASkeTbAll TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2183.



March 13 SecTIon 8A boyS bASkeTbAll TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2183.



March 20-21 THIef rIver fAllS SkATInG club Ice SHoW. Ralph Engelstad Arena.

March 22 THIef rIver fAllS enTerTAInmenT SerIeS PreSenTS “GIrl SInGerS of THe HIT PArAde.” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. A truly entertaining show jam-packed with hit after hit from some of the best loved female vocalists of all time. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

March 26-28 vfW Hockey TournAmenT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2183.

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April 1-30 THIef rIver fAllS quIlTerS GuIld quIlT SHoW. Held the entire month of April at the Thief River Falls Public Library. For more information call 218-681-4469.

April 6 JoSe cole cIrcuS. 9 a.m., Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. For more information call 218-681-3720.

April 9-11 SPrInG Indoor 3d SHooT. Curling Club building at Thief River Falls Fairgrounds. Cost $15 Championship Round, $10 Participation Round, $2 Cubs (12 and under). Open to the public. For more information call Darrel Janisch at 218-681-2106.

April 16 THIef rIver fAllS enTerTAInmenT SerIeS PreSenTS “rASTrellI cello quArTeT.” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. This quartet can sound like a symphony one moment and play rag-time, jazz or even polka the next. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

April 22-24 25TH AnnuAl PuTnAm counTy SPellInG bee muSIcAl. 7 p.m., Northland College Theatre.

April 26 PennInGTon counTy HISTorIcAl SocIeTy AnnuAl meeTInG. 4 p.m., Soo Line Depot Council Chambers. For more information call 218-681-5767.

May

May 1 rummAGe SAle To benefIT norTHroP PArk ProJecT. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. Sponsored by the TRF Kiwanis Club. For more information call 218-681-4388.

May 2 JAzz bAnd And cHoIr. 2-4 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church. For more information contact Northland College at 218-681-0701.

May 6 nATIonAl dAy of PrAyer. 5:30 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park Gazebo. A cooperative ministry of area churches to pray for our leadership. For more information call 218-681-4388.

Onlookers cheer on a rider at the P.A.B.A. Thunder on Hooves Bullride.

Cars old and new draw folks of all ages to the Street Wizards Car Show.

Area bikers gather at the historic Depot downtown for the annual Mayor and Mailman Ride.

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May 7 norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe SPrInG concerT. 6 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

May 12 norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe STudenT recITAl. 1:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m., NCTC Theatre.

May 13 norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe GrAduATIon. 7 p.m., NCTC Gym.

May 15-16 SPrInG Indoor 3d SHooT. TRFAC Outdoor Range (south of the Thief River Falls Air-port). Cost $15 Championship Round, $10 Participation Round, $2 Cubs (12 and under). Open to the public. For more information call Darrel Janisch at 218-681-2106.

May 17 SyTTende mAI SuPPer. Zion Lutheran Church. Serving meatballs, potatoes, Norwegian foods including lefse, fruit soup and rommegrot. For more information call 218-681-3296.

May 22 20TH AnnuAl HuGo’S kIdS TrIATHlon. 11:30 a.m., Franklin Middle School Pool. Cost: $18. 50-yard swim in pool, 2.4 mile bike and 1.2 mile run. Pro-ceeds benefit the Thief River Falls Swim Club. For more information call 218-683-2718.

May 22 26TH AnnuAl THIef rIver fAllS mer-ITcAre TrIATHlon. 9 a.m., Franklin Middle School Pool. Cost: $35. 500-yard swim in pool, 12 mile bike, and 3 mile run. For more information call 218-683-2718.

May 28 lIncoln HIGH ScHool GrAduATIon. 7 p.m., Ralph Engelstad Arena.

May 28-30 5TH AnnuAl memorIAl dAy PoW-WoW. Held at Seven Clans Casino. Everyone welcome. For more information call 218-681-4062 or visit www.sevenclanscasino.com.

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The Good Lifein Thief River Falls!

Northwest Beverage, inc.is a distributor of Budweiser &

Kandiyohi

218-681-1735 • 1-800-247-0442 • 1320 Greenwood Street West, Thief River Falls , MN 56701

Thunder on Hooves!Concerts &

Community Events!

May 31 Peder enGelSTAd PIoneer vIllAGe oPenS for THe SeASon. Open 1-5 p.m. daily. Cost: $5, children 12 and under FREE when accompanied by a paid adult. No cost for Pennington County Historical So-ciety Members. For more information call 218-681-5767.

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June 9-10 SAfeTy cAmP. Ralph Engelstad Arena. For more information call 218-681-2519.

June 11-12 PennInGTon counTy relAy for lIfe. 5 p.m.-5 a.m. Multi Events Center. Open to the pub-lic. Event features the relay for life walk, silent auction, kids games, picnic, entertainment and drawings through-out the night. For more information call 218-681-6662.

June 14 fIrST dAy of bASebAll & TennIS. For more information call 218-681-2519.

June 17 GAzebo enTerTAInmenT–THe fuGI-TIveS. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

June 22 AnnuAl PIcnIc In THe PArk. 5-7 p.m., Northrop City Park. Free will offering. Sponsored by the Thief River Falls Kiwanis Club. For more information call 218-681-4388.

June 24 GAzebo enTerTAInmenT–loIS And loIS. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

July

July 4 fIreWorkS dISPlAy. Held at dusk at the Seven Clans Casino.

July 7 PArk And recreATIon PIoneer dAy. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village. Cost: $5. Open to children ages 7-12. Enjoy a day of learning about Pennington County’s heritage. Activities are planned to include learning from a telegrapher, pioneer and much more. Lunch is provided. For more information or to register call 218-681-2519.

July 8 GAzebo enTerTAInmenT–TrocHmAnn fAmIly. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more informa-tion call 218-681-2519.

July 17-August 28 “Journey STorIeS”–SmITH-SonIAn’S muSeum on mAIn STreeT exHIbIT. Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village. For more information call 218-681-3410.

July 19 10TH AnnuAl SWenSon Golf TournA-menT. Shotgun start at noon. Thief River Golf Club. This tournament is a special event hosted by the Thief River Falls Education Foundation to raise and allocate funds for programs and equipment for ISD #564. For more information call 218-681-8711 ext. 228.

July 21-25 PennInGTon counTy fAIr. Grand stand acts, Thunder On Hooves P.B.R. Bullride, demo derby, fireworks display. Held at the Pennington County Fairgrounds in Thief River Falls. For more information call 218-681-3720. www.penncofair.com

July 22 GAzebo enTerTAInmenT–deAn dAlen. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more informa-tion call 218-681-2519.

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RegIOnal evenTs CalendaRJune 12 SPrInG InTo Summer STreeT dAnce. Goodridge, MN. Dance to the music of local favorite Eagle Creek. For more information, contact Shannon Moen at 218-378-4113.

July 3 oklee cenTennIAl ArTS & crAfT SHoW. Oklee, MN. Crafts, markets, food. For more information, contact Tony Knutson at 218-796-5151.

July 22-25 Summer feST. Red Lake Falls, MN. Live music and lots of other activities. For more information call 218-253-2684.

July 28-August 1 mArSHAll counTy fAIr. Warren, MN. For more information visit www.marshallcountyfair.org.

August 27-29 fAll feSTIvAl. Grygla, MN. Street dances, parade, demolition derby, food stands. For more information, contact Rose Aune at 218-294-6292.

September 11-12 neW feST. Newfolden, MN. Downtown Newfolden. For more information, contact Sharon Bring at 218-874-3713.

October GooSe feSTIvAl. Middle River, MN. Live music, parade, food stands. For more informa-tion contact Colleen at 218-222-3521.


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July 23-24 lIncoln HIGH ScHool clASS of 2000. 218-688-3056.

July 23-24 THunder on HooveS P.b.r. bullrIde. 7 p.m. each night in the grandstands at the Pennington County Fairgrounds. For ticket and lodging information call 218-681-3720.

July 25 demolITIon derby. 4:30 p.m. in the grandstands at the Pennington County Fairgrounds. For ticket and lodging information call 218-681-3720.

July 28-August 1 mArSHAll counTy fAIr. Warren, MN. 218-745-5654. www.marshallcountyfair.org

July 30-August1 lIncoln HIGH ScHool clASS of 1960 50TH celebrATIon. 218-681-1112.

July 31-August 1 fAll ouTdoor 3d SHooT. TRFAC Outdoor Range (South of Thief River Falls Airport). 36 Target: $15 Championship Round, $10 Participation Round, $3 Cubs (12 and under). 3D Round: $10 Championship, $2 Cubs. Dakota Field Round: $5 Championship Round, $2 Cubs. Open to the public. For more information call Darrel Janisch at 218-681-2106.

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August 1 mISS THIef rIver fAllS. Lincoln High School Auditorium. For more information call 218-681-5573.

August 3 mInnAquA fISHInG clInIc. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Red Robe Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

August 3 nATIonAl nIGHT ouT. Pioneer Village. For more information call 218-681-2519.

August 5 movIe In THe PArk. Hartz Park at dusk. For more information call 218-681-2519.

August 5-7 crAzy dAyS. 8 a.m., downtown Thief River Falls and Floyd B. Olson Park. 218-681-3720.

August 6 STreeT WIzArdS TrIvIA cruISe. 6-9 p.m., Yose’s Bar & Grill. Local trivia scavenger hunt competition for door prizes. Fun for all ages. For more information call 218-681-5862.

August 6-8 lIncoln HIGH ScHool clASS of 1980 reunIon. 218-686-8803.

August 7 ST. HIlAIre AnnuAl SmASH & bASH demo derby. Held at St. Hilaire Island Park. Out-standing demo derby with huge participation and variety of heats. For more information call 218-964-5694.

August 7 STreeT WIzArdS 9TH AnnuAl cAr SHoW. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. Cost: $10 per car entered. Spectators welcome. Spectators vote for People’s Choice Trophy. Door prizes for partici-pants. Fun for the whole family. For more information call 218-686-2969.

August 7 2nd AnnuAl bbq cookoff. 218-681-3720.

August 21 lAST rIde blueS feSTIvAl. Held at Seven Clans Casino. Everyone welcome. For more information call 218-681-4062 or visit www.sevenclanscasino.com

August 21 bounTIful HArveST. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village. No admission charge. Vegetables, produce, baked goods, canned jellies and jams, hand work, loomed work, etc. Pie and coffee will be sold from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. For more information or to register call 218-681-5767.

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September 6 Peder enGelSTAd PIoneer vIllAGe cloSeS for THe SeASon.

September 11 GreAT AmerIcAn block PArTy. Downtown Thief River Falls. 218-681-3720.

September 11 everybody’S mArkeT. 8 a.m., downtown and Floyd B. Olson Park. Cost: $20/booth. Outdoor craft show and flea market. For more informa-tion call 218-681-3720.

September 19 THIef rIver fAllS fly-In/drIve-In breAkfAST. Breakfast served from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Thief River Falls Regional Airport. For more information contact Joe C. at 218-681-5585.

September 25-26 THIef rIver fAllS model rAIlroAd club 17TH AnnuAl TrAIn And Hobby SHoW. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., National Guard Armory. Cost: $3, children 12 and under free with paid adult. There will be several scale model train layouts on display; various hobbies represented; door prizes. For more information call 218-681-4251.

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Please visit www.visittrf.com for updates on October events.

nOveMbeRNovember 13 HolIdAy crAfT fAIr. Ralph Engelstad Arena. For more information call 218-681-2183.

deCeMbeRPlease visit www.visittrf.com for updates on December events.

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AGASSIz nATIonAl WIldlIfe refuGe 22996 290th St. NE., Middle River, MN 56737 From Thief River Falls go 12 miles north on Hwy 32 then 11 miles east on 290th St. NE/Marshall Co. Rd. 7 218-449-4115 • [email protected] www.fws.gov/midwest/AgassizExplore the refuge’s 61,500 acres of diverse plant and animal life. Franklin’s Gull, Bitterns, 17 species of East-ern and Western Waterfowl, 5 Grebe species, Sandhill Cranes, Sharptailed and Le Conte’s Sparrows. Primitive camping allowed on state and wildlife land adjacent

to Agassiz Refuge. Wildlife displays in office. Outdoor kiosks, firearm deer hunting. Agassiz bookshop sells refuge shirts, hats, books and wildlife-related items. Of-fice open at 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., excluding federal holidays. For more information visit the refuge website or email us.

GoodrIdGe: cITy PArk & lIonS PArk 218-378-4113 Four units, electrical and water hookups, picnic shelter in Lions Park. Basketball area and horseshoe pits.

ST. HIlAIre cITy PArk Call 218-964-5257 for reservations Located 6 miles south of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 32 See ad page 11“A hidden gem for camping—the camping secret of Northwestern Minnesota.” 8 miles from casino. 30 full RV hookups, 12 with cable, 10 with 50 amp service. Restrooms/showers. Huge shelter on Park Island for special parties or family reunions. Enjoy fishing, hiking, horseshoe, walking trails, playground.

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Parks & Recreation Facilities(218) 681-2519

Park FacilitiesAlan-A-Dale Park 4.96 Nightingale RoadAnnie Street Park 4.13 • • • Annie St./Markley Ave.Boy Scout Park 1.49 • • Boat 3rd St./Markley Ave. DockCentennial Park 9.20 • • • • • • Boat • • Centennial Dr./Hwy. 1 E. DockElk’s Park 1.74 • • 3rd St./Davis Ave.Engelstad Park 1.32 • • • • • • • 1st St./Crocker Ave.Finsbury Park 12.40 • Robinhood Dr.Floyd B. Olson Park 0.83 • • • • • • 3rd St./Knight Ave.Hartz Park 6.00 • • • • • • Riverside Ave.LaFave Park 4.13 • • • • • • • • • • • Taft St./Crocker Ave.Lions Park 2.7 • • • • • • • • • Nora St./Merriam Ave.Michelson Prp./Greenwood Trls. 48.50 • • Greenwood St. Millyard Park 3.80 • • Fishing • Pennington Ave. PierNorthrupPark • 9th St./LaBree Ave.Softball Complex 37.19 • • • • • • Highway 1 EastOakland Park 16.12 • • • • • • • • • • • • Baken St.Red Robe Park 3.31 • • • • • • • Fishing • 8th St./Reserve Ave. PierSouth Town Park 2.89 • • • • 500 E. Hickory Rd.Tourist Park 6.00 • • • • • • • • Oakland Pk. Rd./Hwy. 32 S.

other FacilitiesOldArena • • • • • 100 Blk. W. 2nd St. RalphEngelstadArena • • • • • 3rd St./Brooks Ave.HuckOlsonMem.CivicCtr. • • • • • 3rd St./ Brooks Ave.

CITy & aRea PaRks & FaCIlITIes Thief River Falls prides itself on its great city parks system—one of the best in northwestern Minnesota.

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snOwMObIle TRaIl MaP (Available at motels and from the Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau) Map legend Parks Snowmobile Trails

1 Travel Information Center2 City Hall3 Pennington County Courthouse4 Northwest Medical Center5 Ralph Engelstad Arena, Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center & Fairgrounds6 Multi-Level Events7 Thief River Falls Regional Airport8 Thief River Falls Public Library9 Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau

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norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe • L-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E, Thief River Falls 218-683-8800 • 1-800-959-6282 www.northlandcollege.edu See ad page 41Northland Community and Technical College and the Thief River Falls Community Arts Council present produc-tions each year, ranging from one-act plays to musicals. Each production is shown at the NCTC Theater on the Thief River Falls campus.

THIef rIver fAllS communITy ArTS councIl • L-6 Northland College Theater, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 Contact Milo at 218-681-2148 www.trfac.com • See ad page 21 Don’t miss some of the best theater around! Our 2010 schedule includes: June 16-18 and June 23-26, “Kiss Me Kate;” July 21-23, “Leaving Iowa.” The arts are alive and well in Thief River Falls.

THIef rIver fAllS concerT ASSocIATIon P.O. Box 312, Thief River Falls 218-681-4450

bOwlIngfAmIly boWl & lounGe • B-13 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1270 See ad page 21Open daily. Glow N’ Bowl (music and special lighting). Pool tables and arcade games. Open bowling daily, call for times.

aTTRaCTIOns & enTeRTaInMenT enjoy your visit to Thief River Falls! any time of the year, indoors or out, discover outstanding recreational opportunities, incredible wildlife areas, delightful attractions and convention facilities. This is where the arctic Cat snowmobile was born, and you’ll find some of the state’s finest trails and support services in our area.

An old tractor fascinates Cecil and Maryel and granddaughter, Morgan, at the Pioneer Village’s automobile and machinery building.Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides Inc.

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CasInOsSHooTInG STAr cASIno, HoTel And evenT cenTerSm 777 Casino Rd, Mahnomen, MN 56557 (60 miles S. of Thief River Falls) • 1-800-453-7827 www.starcasino.com

Seven clAnS cASIno THIef rIver fAllS 8 miles S. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59 218-681-4062 • 1-800-881-0712 See ad page 15So many ways to play! Great food. Exciting casino floor with over 700 slot machines, 4 blackjack tables and 2 Texas Hold’em poker tables. Join Players Club for awe-some rewards. 151 suite hotel with indoor water park. Water park has over 750 ft. of slides, a lazy river and more. Bring the whole family to enjoy a great getaway!

day TRIPsAGASSIz nATIonAl WIldlIfe refuGe Middle River, MN 56737 See directions under “Area Parks” • 218-449-4115Early spring-Oct. during daylight hours. Take the “Lost Bay Habitat Drive”, a four-mile self guided auto tour route, open from May-Oct. and don’t miss climbing the

100 ft. fire tower at Headquarters during office hours. Spotting scopes are mounted on the Parker Deck, Office Deck, Farmes Pool Cairn and Rodahl Hiking Trail Deck. Three hiking trails are also located within the refuge. Group tours may be arranged well in advance by con-tacting the refuge office.

AGASSIz duneS Fertile, MN 56540 • 1 mi. S. and one mi. W. of Fertile 218-945-3129Preserved remnant of the sand dunes that northwest winds pushed up on the eastern beaches of glacial Lake Agassiz. Operated by the Nature Conservancy, hiking trails allow a close view of the area.

berGeSon GArdenS Located on the grounds of Bergeson Nursery, three miles S. and five miles E. of Fertile MN • 218-945-6988Hours are Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gardens can be viewed anytime. The gardens feature five acres of flower beds containing nearly every type of annual flower compatible to Northern Minnesota. Visitors may pick up a printed guide to the gardens. The gardens should be at their best from late July through frost. Free admission.

belTrAmI ISlAnd STATe foreST E. on Hwy. 1, 26 mi. N. on Cty. Rd. 28 which turns into Cty. Rd. 54, 15 mi. E. on Hwy. 89, 14 mi. N. on State Forest Rd., 4 mi. to Dick’s Parkway Forest Rd. A Beltrami Island State Forest map is advised to cover the 669,000 acres of forest. Great Gray Owl, Northern Hawk Owl, Boreal Owl, Spruce Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Three-toed Woodpecker, Connecticut War-bler and 16 other breeding species of Warblers.

ferTIle SAnd HIllS/ WeST mIll recreATIon AreA One mile west of Fertile • 218-945-3129Self-guided nature trail highlighting the unique sand dune formations, oak savanna and native prairie of rem-nant glacial Lake Agassiz. Ten miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails along the Sand Hill River and through the Fertile Sand Hills. Trail maps available at the Fertile Community Center and on-site.

GlAcIAl rIdGe nATIonAl WIldlIfe refuGe For directions and more information call the Rydell refuge at 218-687-2229 • [email protected] partnership of nearly 30 organizations, this is the larg-est tall grass prairie restoration project in the nation. The project is located along the Glacial Lake Agassiz beach ridge about 20 miles east of Crookston with a goal to protect remnant tracts of native prairie, as less than 1% of native prairie remains in Minnesota. Visitors can enjoy watching prairie chickens from blinds and view-ing thousands of migrating sandhill cranes, a plethora of prairie flowers and a tranquil view of prairie vista. This refuge was just established in October 2004 and addi-tional public use opportunities are being developed over the next few years.

HAyeS lAke STATe PArk Roseau, MN 56751 • 218-425-7504Hayes Lake is located in 3000 acres of Beltrami State Forest, 9 miles east of Wannaska. The park is open year-round. Summer activities include hiking, bird watching, horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking, and nature watching. Camping at Hayes Lake is available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and snowmobil-ing. Hayes Lake has a diversity of wildlife. There are 200 different bird species that call Hayes Lake home along with wolves, deer, black bears, and bobcats.

old mIll STATe PArk Argyle, MN 56713 • 218-437-8174Open year-round. See Larson’s 1880s grist mill, which is powered by a Case 359 steam engine. Historic 1940s WPA building site, on the National Historic Registry. Pio-neer cabin, hiking, camping and swimming.

Pelican’s splashing at sunset at the nearby Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge.

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PembInA WIldlIfe mAnAGemenT AreA S. on Hwy. 32, 7 mi. W. on Cty. Rd. 3, 12 mi. to the Pembina Wildlife Management Area sign, N. on Pembina Wildlife Rd., 2 mi. to the S.E. entrance of Goose Lake Wildlife AreaYellow Rail, Le Conte’s Sparrow, Sandhill Crane, Greater Prairie Chicken, Sharp-tailed Grouse.

roSeAu boG oWl mAnAGemenT unIT Roseau, MN 56751 • 218-463-1130 Almost 9,000 acres of peat bog covered with black spruce tamarack and cedar. Look for the Great Gray Owl, Northern Hawk Owl, Boreal Owl, Northern Saw Whet Owl, Great Horned Owl, Spruce Grouse and Gray Wolf.

rydell nATIonAl WIldlIfe refuGe For directions and more information call 218-687-2229 [email protected] seven miles of trails provide visitors access to experience this bountiful natural treasure. Five miles have been paved to improve accessibility for all. Excel-lent bird-watching opportunities may be found along the trails and around the Visitor’s Center, which has several bird feeders and plantings to specifically attract birds. Deer hunting opportunities are available annually for youth and people with disabilities. The refuge trail sys-tem is open daily from sunrise to sunset and the visi-tors center is open during regular business hours and on Sundays from 1-5 p.m. with extended hours through the summer. Activities include hiking, biking, bird watch-ing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Interpretive programs are held on Sunday afternoons throughout the summer.

THIef lAke WIldlIfe mAnAGemenT AreA 42280 240th Ave. N.E., Middle River, MN 56737 218-222-3747Primitive camping in designated areas. 55,000 acres of wildlife habitat, including marshes, forests, brushlands,

and prairie. Wildlife, present seasonally, include water-fowl and other marsh birds, deer, moose, bear, grouse, rabbits, furbearers, songbirds, sandhill cranes, and raptors. Activities include hunting for waterfowl, big and small game, and nature viewing. A scenic overview of the lake with interpretive signing and picnic shelter are available. Contact the headquarters for maps and bird lists.

WeTlAnd PIneS & PrAIrIe Audubon SAncTuAry 24 miles E. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 1 218-745-5663Trails open year round during daylight hours. 440 acres of wildlife habitat and fields on the Ancient Lake Agas-siz beach ridge. 218-745-5663.

evenTsmArSHAll counTy fAIr 2914 260th St. NW, Warren, MN 218-745-5654 • See ad page 21 www.marshallcountyfair.orgJuly 28-August 1, 2010. The free gate Marshall County Fair is what you think an old-time county fair should be–4-H, carnival and grandstand events. Family fun–one of the 10 best county fairs in Minnesota. Unique food concessions. Camping, swimming, golfing and museum adjacent.

PennInGTon counTy fAIr • A-8 See ad below • www.penncofair.comDon’t miss the Pennington County Fair. It’s bigger and better than ever and it’s 109 years old. The fair takes place July 21-25 in Thief River Falls. This event features exciting attractions including: Todd Armstrong shows on the midway, P.B.R. Bullride, exhibits, other grand stand acts, demo derby, and free bandshell entertainment. See you at the fair!

Pennington Fair/Thunder Hooves

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Thunder on hooves • A-8 Pennington County Fairgrounds, Thief River Falls 218-681-3720 • 1-800-827-1629 www.thunderonhooves.com See ad page 17July 23-24, 2010. Discover why Thief River Falls is one of the favorite stops for the Professional Bull Riders. Last year, many of the top bull riders in the world competed in the P.B.R. sanctioned event. You’ll want to be in town for this event!

COnvenTIOn evenTs & FaCIlITIesBesT WesTern Inn • A-15 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-7555 • 1-800-569-8123 See ad back coverBig city style with small town atmosphere. From accom-modations to dining, Best Western Inn cares for your needs. Clean, comfortable, newly remodeled rooms and

delicious food. The Lounge and our spacious banquet fa-cilities can provide you with the best entertainment and meetings in the area. Senior, government and corporate rates. Winter plug-ins.

MulTI-evenTs CenTer (MeC) • N-6 1-800-959-6282, Ext. 8611 • See ad page 21This recreational-athletic events complex includes Low-ell T. Swenson Field (football field, stadium and track and field facilities), plus eight softball/baseball fields, two soccer fields, and a large capacity locker room and restroom facility. The MEC is used primarily for events sponsored by Northland Community and Technical Col-lege, City of Thief River Falls Parks and Recreation De-partment, and School District #564. For more information or to schedule an event, call 1-800-959-6282, Ext. 8611.

naTIonal Guard arMory • D-12 250 Emil St. & Arnold Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-0924

rAlPH enGelSTAd ArenA/Huck olSon memorIAl cIvIc cenTer • A-8 Hwy. 59 N., Thief River Falls • P.O. Box 528 218-681-2183 • 218-681-2519 for rental information See ad inside front coverThe Ralph Engelstad Arena and Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center provide Thief River Falls over 140,000 sq. ft. for multi-sport activities, shows and events. The “Ralph” offers 3,550 theater-style seats for events. The non-smok-ing Imperial Room offers 5,000 sq. ft. for banquets, recep-tions and corporate meetings. Catering kitchen on site.

lIbRaRyTHIef rIver fAllS PublIc lIbrAry • D-10 102 First St. E., Thief River Falls 218-681-4325 • www.nwrlib.org • See ad page 21Your local public library is a great place to enjoy com-munity resources and entertainment. Besides borrowing books, music, audio books, magazines, newspapers, and DVDs, your library is also a great meeting place for family, friends and neighbors. Wireless Internet is available. Library hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

lOunges/ClubsAmerIcAn leGIon PoST 117 ThIef rIver falls • A-8 324 Brooks Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1341When in town, everyone is welcome to join us for your favorite drink or beverage plus a wide variety menu with great food. Mon-Fri. 3 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sat. 10-12:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. Pull tabs everyday and bingo Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Sat. burgers 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Jeff’s Kitchen open Mon.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. Lic #A00794-004.

fAmIly boWl & lounGe • B-13 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1270 See ad page 21Open daily. Glow N’ Bowl (music and special lighting). Open bowling daily, call for times.

fraser’s sporTs Cafe • K-10 1582 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-7589 See ad page 27New to Thief River Falls, we offer something for every-one! Casual fine dining, hand-cut steaks, ribs smoked in-house, seafood, pasta, burgers and sandwiches. Largest draft beer selection in town! Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Full bar.

melody’S • N-13 1907 U.S. Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-7686 • See ad page 28Food that brings music to your tastebuds! Best chicken in town, plus great seafood and prime rib. Everyday lunch buffet and Sunday grand buffet. Visit our back bar for appetizers, drink specials, flat screens, dart board and pool table. Walking distance to hotels.

A delightful production of “ Annie Get Your Gun” by the Thief River Falls Community Arts Council.

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The Pennington County Historical Society, which was organized in the 1930s, is responsible for maintaining the Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village. Officially opened in 1976, the museum and village provide a living history of Thief River Falls. From its early years as a rural community, to later years when Thief River Falls became an important regional economic hub, the city has grown and prospered.

Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village, named after a local Norwegian immigrant, consists of 19 buildings with over 25,000 individual items on display. Buildings include seven late 1800s log houses; a Swedish Lutheran church, built in 1916; two railroad building depots and two cabooses; a one-room schoolhouse dating back to 1908; five original stores (including a blacksmith shop, general store, and beauty and barber shops); a restored two-story home; a large farm and auto machinery building; and a museum.

The museum and buildings are open to the public Memorial Day through Labor Day with guided tours available. Check our Events Calendar (beginning on page 6) for a schedule of special activities at the Village.

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yoSe’S bAr & GrIll • A-15 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls (Located in the Best Western) • 218-681-7555 • See ad page 29Open Mon.-Sat. 4 p.m.-1 a.m., full service dinner menu served from 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

MOvIe THeaTeRsGAlAxy TWIn THeATre • O-15 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 24-hour information line: 218-681-9945Two movie screens.

MuseuMs & HIsTORICal sITesblAck cAT SPorTS bAr & GrIll • A-15 1080 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8910 • See ad page 29Over 40 years of Arctic Cat® snowmobile memorabilia.

cArneGIe PublIc lIbrAry • D-9 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls (MN Hwy. 32) A city historical site, dedicated in 1914.

eAST Polk HerITAGe cenTer Along Hwy. 2 in Fosston, MN 218-435-6136 • 218-435-1313 The center is full of early days memorabilia from northwest-ern Minnesota. Established in 1986, it is open for guided tours Fri.-Sun 1:30-4:30 p.m. Open upon request anytime.

HerITAGe cenTer Corner of 220 N. and 20th St., N.E. of Grand Forks next to Technical College • 701-740-2066Open year round by appointment. During the third week-end in August, there are various craft demonstrations, old-time wheat threshing demonstrations, concessions, antique tractor pull, a threshers breakfast, country din-ner, general store and more.

old croSSInG TreATy monumenT Red Lake Falls, MN 56750This monument is a bronze life-sized figure of a Chip-pewa Indian holding a peace pipe. The monument was erected in 1932 by the U.S. Government to commemo-rate the signing of a peace treaty with the Chippewa Indians in 1863.

Young skaters pay tribute to “I Love Lucy” at the annual skating show!

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Peder enGelSTAd PIoneer vIllAGe • C-13 Located at 825 Oakland Park Road • 218-681-5767 See ad page 19The village has 19 buildings, including a museum, Vic-torian house, 2 railroad depots, schoolhouse, church, blacksmith shop, machinery and automobile building, and 7 log houses. The Village is open Memorial Day through Labor Day, every day from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Admission is $5 per person with children 12 and under accompanied by an adult admitted free.

PelAn PIoneer PArk Located 9 mi. W. on Hwy. 11 in Greenbush, MNRestored Pioneer Village, wildflower gardens and berries.

Polk counTy muSeum Crookston, MN • 218-281-1038 The air-conditioned museum is filled with hundreds of items left by past generations. A tour of an 1890 school house is also available. It is also home of the world’s largest ox cart.

SorenSon GAllery Fosston, MNLocal and regional art exhibits are changed each month in this intimate gallery located within the public library.

Soo lIne r.r. dePoT & sTeaM loCoMoTIve #1024 • L-4 405 3rd St. E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2500The Historic Soo Line Railroad Depot, located on U.S. Highway 59 downtown, is listed on the National Regis-ter of Historic Places. From completion of construction in 1914 until 1967, when passenger train service was terminated, the Depot was a hub of community activity almost 24 hours a day. At the height of its use, the De-pot saw 13 passenger trains arrive and depart each day. Following a successful “Save the Depot” fundraising campaign in 1994-95, the City decided to renovate and remodel the building for use as City Hall. The completed project retained most of the building’s significant interior features, including the terrazzo floor and wood trim and doors in the main passenger terminal area. Steam Loco-motive No. 1024, a Soo Class L-4, 2-8-2 MIKADO, is on permanent display outside the Depot.

SeTTlerS SquAre/mArSHAll counTy muSeum 808 E. Johnson Ave., Warren, MN • 218-745-4803May-Sept., Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Week-end tours by request. Featuring eight store fronts, the mu-seum depicts an 1880s street. On display–antique farm machinery and the UFO Sheriff’s car of Marshall County.

WAySIde cHAPel Next to the E. Polk Heritage Center in Fosston, MN Open daily. A miniature chapel complete with colored windows and traditional church pews.

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AGASSIz WIldlIfe refuGe Middle River, MN 56737 • See directions under “Area Parks” • 218-449-4115Early spring-Oct. during daylight hours. Take the “Lost Bay Habitat Drive” a four-mile self-guided auto tour route open from May-Oct. and don’t miss the 14-ft-high Parker Pool observation deck. Spotting scopes are mounted on the Parker and Office Decks, Rodahl Hiking Trail Deck and at the Farmes Pool Cairn. Headquarters hiking trail is a one-half mile interpreted accessible trail with a wildlife observation blind. A wildlife observation blind is accessible on the east end of Rodahl Hiking Trail.Group tours may be arranged well in advance by contact-ing the refuge office.

arCTIC CaT InC. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., in Thief River Falls 218-681-8558 • See ad page 37Arctic Cat Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures and markets snowmobiles and ATVs under the Arctic Cat brand name, as well as related parts, garments and ac-cessories. Tours offered at 1 p.m. Monday through Fri-day. Please call ahead to arrange large group tours.

dIGI-Key CorporaTIon • A-13 701 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6674 www.digikey.com • See ad page 7 Shipping more than 2 million orders annually, Digi-Key utilizes state-of-the-art technologies to process its orders—from order entry to shipping—in as little as 15 minutes. Tours are offered weekdays by reservation be-tween 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. These tours are free of charge and approximately one hour in length.

GoodrIdGe AreA HISTorIcAl SocIeTy, Inc. 218-378-4380 The Goodridge Area Historical Society, Inc. was formed in 1977 by a group of local citizens interested in the preservation of buildings and history of the community. The society has restored nine buildings within the city of Goodridge and have displayed numerous historical items in each of the buildings.

Good-vue Ayr fArmS Rural Goodridge, MN 56725 Contact Norma Hanson at 218-378-4380Dairy and small grain operations. Tours offered from June 15 to September 15 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. by appoint-ment only.

norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe • L-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls • 218-683-8800 1-800-959-6282 • For tours call 218-683-8552 www.northlandcollege.edu • See ad on page 41Northland Community and Technical College offers tours of their main campus and aviation campus to all high school students and their families, as well as alumni.

wIneRIesTWo foolS vIneyArd 12501 240th Ave. S.E., Plummer, MN 56748 7 mi. S. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59, 4 mi. E. (past 7 Clans Casino), and 2-1/2 mi. S. on 240th Ave. SE. 218-465-4655 • See ad page 21Just 15 minutes from Thief River Falls. Tours, free tast-ings, gift shop. Open Saturdays and Sundays, June through Mid-October. Noon-5 p.m. A hidden treasure worth the visit!

The nearby Two Fools Winery is a must-stop for wine lovers!

Local art shows are a great place to shop for the unique!

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June 16-18, June 23-26

Kiss Me Kate

July 21-23 Leaving Iowa

www.trfcac.comContact Milo at 218-681-2148

7 p.m. Performances at Northland College TheaterThief River Falls Community Arts Council

Thanks for making us the leader in Northwest Minnesota!

Stop in and see us—we’re always happy to serve you.On the corner of Hwy. 59 & Atlantic Ave. in Thief River Falls • 218-681-1992

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218-465-465512501 240th Ave. SEPlummer, MN 56748

aCCOMMOdaTIOns & CaMPIngwhether you prefer stylish or economical, Thief River Falls has the perfect place for you to stay. you’ll be impressed with our variety and quality of accommodations—stay with us awhile!

Vanessa and the boys get ready to take the plunge at the lovely C’mon Inn pool.


Camping with a river view at the Thief River Falls Tourist Park.

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Whether you’re in the mood for a romantic getaway

or looking for a great way to spend time with the

kids, americInn has the amenities you want most.

our rooms are especially quiet and our hospitality

is always welcoming. enjoy your stay!

• Indoor pool and whirlpool

• FREE WI-FI

• Whirlpool/fireplace suites

• Free enhanced hot breakfast

• Fitness room

• Private business center

CaMPgROundsPeTro PumPer • A-8 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • See ad page 30New 33-site RV park. Full hook-ups with cable TV. All with 50 amp service, year round sites.

ST. HIlAIre cITy PArk Located in town off of Hwy. 32 • 218-964-5257Surrounded by the Red Lake River. Campground offers 30 full RV hookups, 12 with cable, 10 with 50 amp service.

ThIef rIver falls TourIsT parK • C-13 Located on Hwy. 32 S. and Oakland Park Rd. • See ad inside front coverOverlooking the lower Red Lake River and Hartz Park, Thief River Falls Tourist Park has 16 full hook-ups, 48 electrical sites, most with cable and unlimited camping areas. Handicap accessible bathhouse with free show-ers. Dump station located nearby.

voyAGeur’S vIeW cAmPGround & TubInG 1/2 mile North of Red Lake Falls on Co. Rd. 13 218-253-4329 • See ad page 19 www.voyageursview.com

CaR RenTalThIef rIver falls herTz • A-10 13766 Airport Dr., Thief River Falls 218-681-4111 • 1-800-654-3131 See ad page 24Area’s only car rental with daily, weekly or monthly rates.

HOTels/MOTelsaMerICas BesT value Inn & suITes • N-13 1915 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-6205 Reservations 1-888-890-9568 • See ad page 24 www.AmericasBestValueInn.comA non-smoking hotel along with clean, comfortable rooms offer you a great stay at a reasonable price. Large, heated indoor pool and spa. Complimentary deli-cious hot breakfast. Free high-speed wireless internet. Right next door to restaurant and lounge.

aMerICInn lodGe & suITes • M-13 1920 Hwy. 59 SE., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4411 www.americinn.com • See ad page 22Area’s newest and finest lodging facility. Providing en-joyable amenities like an indoor pool, whirlpool, free hot breakfast, fitness room, free wireless internet, pri-vate business center, and most importantly, the quiet-est rooms in the business, with AmericInn soundguard construction. We have a variety of spacious rooms. Wel-come to the end of the day!

beST WeSTern Inn • A-15 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-7555 or 1-800-569-8123 See ad back coverBig city style with small town atmosphere. From accom-modations to dining, Best Western Inn cares for your needs. Clean comfortable rooms and delicious food. The Lounge and our spacious banquet facilities can provide you with the best entertainment and meetings in the area. Senior, government and corporate rates. Winter plug-ins.

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Like history? Like nature? Then take a stroll down our delightful Riverwalk! Fifteen pictographs (like the Ojibwe Village, Ice Harvesting and the Meehan Sawmill) are found along several miles of trail, showing what the view along the river was like many years ago. The Riverwalk travels through town along the Red Lake and Thief Rivers, passing by nine parks, three forest trails, the dam and historical sites such as the Soo Line Railroad Depot and the statue of Chief Meskokonaye (Red Robe). A riverwalk was installed along the Red Lake River in Hartz Park, becoming one of the longest and most beautiful of the Riverwalk segments. Brochures and maps are available at the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau and at area motels. Don’t miss this wonderful Thief River Falls attraction!




• LargeIndoorPoolwithJacuzzi

• Allroomshaveamicrowaveandfridge

• Senior/Corporate/GovernmentDiscounts

• KingSizeBedswithRecliners

• FREEHigh-SpeedInternetAvailable

• MeetingRoom

• Continental Breakfast

• Nextto MeritCareClinic

• 42”PlasmaTV1586Hwy.59S.E.,ThiefRiverFalls,MN56701

218-681-3000 • 1-800-950-8111 • www.cmoninn.com • [email protected]

Fax 218-681-3060


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• Large extended stay suites with full kitchens• extended stay & weekly rates• Coffeemakers, refrigerators & microwaves in all rooms • Close to restaurants & shopping• Park in front of room• Smoking & non-smoking rooms• Dogs welcome in smoking rooms only (charges apply)• Free wireless internet

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Cedar Cove CoTTaGes • D-6 1009 N. Main., Thief River Falls 218-689-5185 • See ad this pageNewly remodeled and under new ownership, we offer reasonable rates and comfortable accommodations. Microwaves, coffee makers, and refrigerators in rooms, close to shopping and restaurants, park in front of room. Pets allowed. Extended stay and weekly rates-lowest rates in town guaranteed!

C’Mon Inn • L-12 1586 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (next to the MeritCare Clinic) 218-681-3000 • 1-800-950-8111 • See ad page 23Our spacious rooms are ideal for the business or plea-sure traveler. Featuring a large indoor pool/jacuzzi, ja-cuzzi suites, 42” plasma TVs in all rooms, FREE: high-speed wireless internet, continental breakfast and HBO. Meeting room holds up to 50. Close to great restaurants/shopping. You’ll soon discover why we say C’mon Inn.

T-59 MoTel & vIdeo • J-10 1510 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-2720 • www.t59moteltrf.com See ad page 23Located close to shops and restaurants. Owner operated to give that personal touch. We have reasonably priced rooms and Free Wireless Internet. Refrigerators and mi-crowaves in all rooms. Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit cards accepted.

HOTel/waTeR PaRkSeven clAnS cASIno/HoTel Indoor WATer PArk 8 miles S. of Thief River Falls 218-681-4062 • 1-800-881-0712 See ad page 15Bring the whole family to enjoy a great getaway in our new 151 suite Hotel, expanded gaming floor and a 40,000 square foot Indoor Water Park with over 750 feet of slides, a Lazy River and more. Minnesota has never seen family fun like this.

laundROMaTlAundrylAnd • K-10 1519 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8618 • See ad this pageYour full service laundromat. Open 7 days a week, offer-ing large capacity Maytag washers and dryers as well as drop-off laundry. Dry cleaning services available. Tan-ning 14 hours a day, with walk-ins welcome. Friendly, helpful staff.

Area hotels, like the Best Western, offer a wide variety of amenities.

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• Spa Suites• Meeting Room/Pool Parties• Free Hot Breakfast• Free High-Speed wireless internet• All King & Queen Beds• next Door to Restaurant/lounge • All ground Floor Rooms

218-681-6205 or 888-890-95681915 Hwy. 59 S.e., Thief River Falls

(next to walMart Super Center)

www.AmericasBestValueInn.com

Daily, Weekly or Monthly rates!

Courtesy pick-up or we’ll meet you at the airport.

218-681-4111 • 1-800-654-3131

Welcome to the Cedar Cove Cottages! Newly remodeled and under new ownership (formerly managed by the Hartwood Motel). We offer very reasonable rates and a nice, comfortable place to stay. We look forward to the opportunity of earning your trust and delivering to you the best

service in the industry. Lowest rates in town guaranteed. Please call for reservations.

Extended stay & weekly rates • Park in front of room • Close to shopping and restaurantsMicrowaves, coffee makers and refrigerators in all rooms • Pets allowed

218-681-6800 • 1009 North Main Avenue, Thief River Falls, MN 56701

“Your Full Service laundromat”

Large capacity Maytag washers & dryers • Drop-off laundry service • Dry-cleaning service available Tanning-14 hours a day • Walk-ins welcome • Friendly and helpful staff

1519 Hwy. 59 South, Thief River Falls • 218-681-8618Open

7 days a week!


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BlaCK CaT sporTs Bar & GrIll • A-15 1080 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8910 See ad page 29The Black Cat is the first of its kind with a special theme featuring Arctic Cat® snowmobile memorabilia. The “Cat” has a legendary history and the items on dis-play tell much of the story of those memorable years in Thief River Falls. Back room, available for meetings, parties, team dinners, etc. Call for take-out and catering available.

cAfé lAbree • E-8 315 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-7563 • See ad page 27A charming dining destination where you’ll experience real home-cooked meals in the heart of downtown. Daily specials, ice cream parlor, homemade pastries & pies, flavored coffee and much more. Open Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. for breakfast and lunch. Our stuffed French toast is “awesome!”

dIne-In & Take-OuTTantalize your taste buds and treat yourself to Thief River Falls’ most famous hospitality. whatever your choice, from fine dining to family fare to terrific pizza, you’ll find it here!

Kaine and Vanessa celebrate a parents’ night out at the charming

Evergreen Eating Emporium.Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.

Don’t chicken out—stop at one of our local eateries like Taco John’s!As always, a treat at Dairy Queen is a summer favorite!

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cuP@Joe’z coffee SHoP & SmooTHIeS • D-8 315 Duluth Ave. N., Thief River Falls (Located in Kezar Music) 218-681-2148 • www.kezarmusic.comCoffee of the day, espresso, capaccino, latte and snack bar.

dAIry queen of THIef rIver fAllS • C-12 Hwy. 32 W., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3007 See ad page 29

dee’S kITcHen • F-6 811 Atlantic Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-9907 • See ad this pageDiscover what “real home cookin’ is.” A local favorite, and newly remodeled, our family restaurant features a large menu including sandwiches and dinners, home-made pastries and pies made fresh daily. Breakfast served all day. Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m.-7p.m., Sat.-Sun. 5 a.m.-2 p.m. MasterCard and Visa accepted.

doMIno’s pIzza • B-9 Across from Ralph Engelstad Arena 218-681-6000 • See ad page 29Delivery, carryout, large group orders. Call ahead and we’ll have your pizza ready after the game or your event.

The Black Cat Sports Bar & Grill features terrific burgers and fascinating Arctic Cat memorabilia.

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A Charming Place in the Heart of Downtown!

• Home Cooked Meals & Daily Specials • Ice Cream Parlor• Homemade Pies & Pastries• Flavored Coffee & More• Breakfast & Lunch

218-681-7563315 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls

Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Made from scratch!

218-681-9907811 Atlantic Ave. N, Thief River Falls

Lunch 11a.m-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. • Evening Dinner 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5-10 p.m. Fri. & Sat.

Steak • Chicken • Ribs • SeafoodBanquets and Private Parties!

WiReleSS inteRnet

700 Hwy. 32 S., thief River Falls • 218-681-3138

•CasualFineDining

•Hand-CutSteaks

•Seafood,Ribs &Pasta

•Burgers& Sandwiches

•HomemadeSoups, Sauces,Marinades andRubs

•Open7DaysAWeek forLunch&Dinner

•Fullbar

218-681-7589 • 1582Hwy.59S.E.,ThiefRiverFalls•Chef William Fraser, Owner


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everGreen eATInG emPorIum • D-11 700 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3138 • See ad page 27Northwest Minnesota’s finest dining. Scrumptious food in an English tudor-style set-ting. The best choice for that special occasion or join us in our quaint pub. Banquets, private parties and off-premises catering. Wireless internet.

erl’S GAS & GrocerIeS • E-6 103 E. 8th St., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4627 • See ad page 31The best homemade pizza and broasted chicken in town! Fast food area too!

frASer’S SPorTS cAfe • K-10 1582 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-7589 • See ad page 27New to Thief River Falls, we offer something for everyone! Casual fine dining, hand-cut steaks, ribs smoked in-house, seafood, pasta, burgers and sandwiches. Largest draft beer selection in town! Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Full bar.

mcdonAld’S • L-11 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6770 • See ad page 29Teams and buses welcome.

Coffee with a big smile at Cup @ Joe’z Coffee Shop and Smoothies. Food at Fraser’s—fabulous!

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Best Chicken in town! • Great Seafood & Prime Rib!EvEryday Lunch BuffEt 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sunday Grand BuffEt 10 a.m.-2 p.m.1907 U.S. Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (Walking Distance to Hotels)

Free Wireless Internet • All major credit cards accepted • ATM

home cooking! Everything is made from scratch!

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melody’S • N-13 1907 U.S. Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-7686 • See ad page 28Food that brings music to your tastebuds! Best chicken in town, plus great seafood and prime rib. Everyday lunch buffet and Sunday grand buffet. Visit our back bar for appetizers, drink specials, flat screens, dart board and pool table. Walking distance to hotels.

PennInGTon mAIn • E-10 220 Main Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8888 • See ad page 34Hot Stuff Pizza, sandwiches, breakfast menu, open 24 hours.

PennInGTon SquAre • F-10 1st St. & Pennington Ave., Thief River Falls 218-681-4552 • See ad page 34Hot Stuff Pizza, sandwiches and breakfast menu. Open 6 a.m.-11p.m.

PeTro PumPer • A-8 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • See ad on page 30All new Deli Max with daily specials. Eat in or take out. Great for picnics or teams. Lunch Buffet Mon.-Fri. Check out our new pet wash!

PIzzA HuT • L-ll Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1306 See ad this pageFamilies, groups and teams welcome. Eat-in, carry-out or delivery. ST. HIlAIre bAr & GrIll 215 Broadway (Hwy. 32), St. Hilaire, MN 218-964-5220Only six miles south of Thief River Falls. Great burgers, authentic Mexican food and daily specials. Take out available. Children welcome.

TAco JoHn’S • D-9 Knight Ave. and 3rd St., Thief River Falls 218-681-5987 • See ad this pageFor over 24 years specializing in Mexican food. Open seven days a week.

TIme Well SPenT • E-9 113 E. 2nd St., Thief River Falls 218-681-1257 • See ad page 33Relax in our Garden tea or Golf tee dining areas. Time Well Spent offers specialty sandwiches, soups, desserts and beverages. Dine-in or carry-out.

WAlmArT SuPer cenTer • K-9 1755 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-683-3643 • See ad page 31A full service deli!

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arCTIC CaT InC. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8558 • See ad on page 37Arctic Cat Inc., the proud manufacturer of Arctic Cat snowmobiles and ATVs, offers public tours of the manu-facturing facility weekdays at 1 p.m. A company store is also open to the public Tuesday-Friday from 1-4 p.m. Call ahead for group tours.

BeauTIful BeGInnInGs • E-9 212 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-3100 See ad page 33Unique casual clothing, beautiful bridal gowns, tuxes, bridesmaids, promwear, jewelry, shoes, accessories. “Come visit us. We’d love to work with you.”

sHOPPIng, anTIques & COlleCTIblesselection, simplicity, style—all in Thief River Falls! with our friendly service and convenient location, you can find just what you’re looking for—at a great price too!

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Thief River Falls, Mn 56701

Deli Max! Area’s best deli selection! Pizza • Subs • Hamburgers Chicken • Ice Cream

TRuck, RV ANd cARwASH PRoPANE

Breakfast SpecialsLunch Buffet Mon.-Fri.

Our new Pet wAsh is nOw OPen! new 33-site rV PArk nOw OPen!

Full hook-ups with cable tVAll sites with 50 amp service

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dIAmondS & deSIGnS • E-8 207 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-1490 • 1-888-834-2436 See ad page 33Jewelry designers: Pat Lewis, Mark Michael, SA Gems, Janel Russell and more. Collectible figurines: LLadro, Nao by LLadro and Pipka. Mavado & ESQ Swiss watch-es, Seiko watches & clocks, Pulsar, Citizen watches. Giftwear by Peggy Karr, iittala, Crystal and much more.

erl’S GAS & GrocerIeS • E-6 103 E. 8th St., Thief River Falls 218-681-4627 • See ad this pageYour first stop north. The best homemade pizza and broasted chicken in town! Check-out our fast food area too! All your hunting, fishing and snowmobiling needs. Minnesota hunting and fishing licenses, fresh cut red meat and produce departments. Pay at pump available.

falls lIquor • F-8 At the corner of Hwy. 59 and Atlantic Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1992 See ad page 21Known throughout the area as the most complete full-service liquor store in northwestern Minnesota. We fea-ture an outstanding wine section and the largest selec-tion of cold beer. Our humidor has the finest cigars. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is ready to serve you.

hunTer’s ouTleT • D-9 206 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-3030 • See ad page 39Over 1,500 firearms (new and used), ammo, muzzle load-ing, optics, bows & archery accessories with pro-staff services, deer stands & blinds, gun safes & cabinets, huge inventory of hunting and shooting accessories in-cluding apparel. YOUR OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS!

kezAr muSIc co. • D-8 315 Duluth Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-2148 www.kezarmusic.com See ad this page

lAundrylAnd 1519 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8618 • See ad page 24Full-service laundromat.

leGends sporTInG Goods • K-9 1845 U.S. Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-1006 • See ad page 35As the area’s only athletic sporting goods store, we specialize in hockey, baseball, softball, soccer, wrestling and more. Get your skates sharpened or trade your old equipment in for new or used items. With our skate leas-ing program, you can save yourself money or just rent a pair for the day or weekend. Call or stop in to see what we have or what we can get for you.

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Full Grocery • Deli/Bakery Tire Lube Express • One-Hour Photo • Pharmacy

Sporting Goods • Vision Center

Our people make the difference!

The Convenience Store With More!

Your First Stop In Thief River Falls!CheCk out our fast-food area!

Marinated meats • Fresh meat and produce department Ammo • Hunting & fishing licenses • Bait/Minnows

ATM machine/MoneyGram/Money OrdersOld fashioned ice cream cones

Snowmobile oil, maps, plugs and belts Snowmobile Trail Stamps

218-681-4627

Minnesota state Lottery Games!

Corner of Hwy. 1 & 59 or located at convenience corner, 8th & Main.

The Best Homemade Pizza & Broasted Chicken in Town!


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norTHern lIGHTS book STore • E-9 208 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-8242 • See ad page 33Northern Lights Book Store sells affordable used books, clothing, toys and treasures generously donated by Thief River Falls and the surrounding area. This is not your ordi-nary store! The Book Store was created to provide mean-ingful work opportunities for persons with mental illness. Come and experience the magic. Free Internet Cafe and Cappuccino!

norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe • L-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls 218-683-8800 • 1-800-959-6282 www.northlandcollege.edu See ad page 41The Bookstore at Northland Community and Technical College is loaded with school supplies, novelty items and much more. From sweatshirts and t-shirts to books, notebooks, backpacks and caps, they have it all. The Bookstore is open weekdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

norThWesT BeveraGe, InC. • BB-14 1320 Greenwood St. W., Thief River Falls 218-681-1735 • See ad page 9Look for our Kandiyohi, Chippewa Spring, Anheuser-Busch and Pabst products at select local convenience stores and restaurants.

PennInGTon mAIn • E-10 220 Main Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8888 See ad page 34Centrally located. Thief River Falls’ #1 convenience store and touchless car wash. Featuring Hot Stuff Pizza, gas, groceries, ATM and “pay at the pump”. We mean it when we say fast, friendly and clean! Open 24 hours. Locally owned.

Two happy shoppers at Diamonds & Designs.

Find your favorite Arctic Cat branded gear at the company store.

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Bridal | Prom | Casual Wear | Tuxedo Rental | Accessories

Mon., Tues., Fri.: 10 am-6 pm Wed.: 10 am-5:30 pm

Thurs.: 10 am-7 pm Sat. 10 am-3 pm

218-681-3100 • 212 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

113 e. 2nd St. Thief River Falls

218-681-1257Home Decor • Tea Rooms

Gifts & Cards • Gourmet Foods

• Casual, work, dress, athletic footwear and apparel• Most major brands: Woolrich, Nike, Red Wing, Rockport, Irish Setter, etc.• Special orders available

209 LaBree Ave. N., • Thief River Falls, MN 56701

You’d have to visit many different stores

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218-681-2608 • 1-800-511-5759 • fax 218-681-8475

218-681-8242208 n. laBree, thief River Falls

201 N. Horace Ave.Downtown, Thief River Falls

218-681-2932/1-800-570-3784• Thief River Falls’ finest full service drug store, with decades of pharmaceutical care!

• 6,000 sq. ft. gift showroom!

• 1-hour photo, passports and instant digital printing!


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PennInGTon SquAre • F-10 1st St. & Pennington Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4552 • See ad this pageOpen 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Touchless car wash, ATM and “pay at the pump”.

PeTro PumPer • A-8 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls • 218-681-3546 • See ad page 30Open 24 hours. Gas, diesel and groceries. Check out our new pet wash!

purdy’s shoe sTore • E-9 209 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2608 1-800-511-5759 • fax 218-681-8475 • See ad page 33Discover why people travel over 200 miles to visit Purdy’s. A must stop, you’ll find the largest selection of womens, mens and childrens shoes, boots and athletic footwear. You’ll also find an ever expanding line of casual clothing. Great selection, great service and great prices are what you’ll find at Purdy’s Shoe Store.

rv SPorTS • AA-9 1412 3rd St. W., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1007 • 1-800-826-5403 www.rvsports.com • See ad page 35A world-class Arctic Cat snowmobile and ATV dealer plus Honda motorcycles, ATVs and scooters. Side-by-sides, parts, clothing and accessories.

susIe’s seWInG Corner • K-9 1845 U.S. Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1006 • See ad page 35Thief River Falls’ only sewing and quilt shop with a wide variety of fabrics and acces-sories for quilters.

THrIfTy WHITe PHArmAcy • E-9 201 Horace Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2932 1-800-570-3784 See ad on page 33 1 hour digital photo, 6,000 ft. gift show room and decades of pharmaceutical care.

TIme Well SPenT • E-9 113 E. 2nd St., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1257 • See ad page 33Looking for a place to shop for unique home decor, gifts and cards, books or gourmet foods? You will enjoy an unforgettable experience at Time Well Spent. Relax in our Gar-den tea or Golf tee dining areas. Time Well Spent offers specialty sandwiches, soups, desserts and beverages. Dine-in or carry-out.

Tony dorn InC. • F-8 419 N. Atlantic, Thief River Falls • 218-681-1848 • 1-800-542-5022 • See ad age 46

TWo foolS vIneyArd 12501 240th Ave. S.E., Plummer, MN 56748 • 218-465-4655 7 mi. S. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59, 4 mi. E. (past 7 Clans Casino), and 2-1/2 mi. S. on 240th Ave. S.E. • See ad page 21Just 15 minutes from Thief River Falls. Tours, free tastings, gift shop. Open Saturdays and Sundays, June through Mid-October. Noon-5 p.m. A hidden treasure worth the visit!

WAlmArT SuPer cenTer • K-9 1755 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-683-3643 • See ad page 31Save Money-Live Better! Your one-stop shop for groceries, deli, auto, pharmacy and photo. Our people make the difference!

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AnnIe’S ATTIc • D-8 321 Main Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6648 • See ad page 33Eclectic shop featuring art glass, cast iron skillets, coffee grinders, Depression glass, hat pins, farm tools, Fostoria glassware, jewelry, kitchen collectibles, Native crafts, paintings and prints, pottery, radios, tobacco tins, tools, toys and dolls, vintage hand-crafted items, used furniture etc. Gift certificates available. Open Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; May-mid Dec.

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bIRd waTCHIngSee Day Trips on page 16, Northwestern Minnesota is one of the best bird watching areas in the United States, with over 280 species of birds at the Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge alone. Also, new for bird watchers, is the fabulous Pine to Prairie Birding Trail described on page 36 of this Guide. Get ready for some great sightings and don’t forget to bring your binoculars and birding check lists! Birding brochures and information on the Pine to Prairie Trail available at the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau, 2042 Hwy. 1 West, Thief River Falls, MN 56701.

THIeF RIveR Falls bMX/ skaTe PaRkThe Thief River Falls BMX/Skate Park, located at the south end of the Franklin Middle School grounds, is a supervised facility open to the public. All persons using the facility must sign an “Agreement for Use of the BMX/Skate Park” waiver. Students under 18 must have a parent and/or guardian pres-ent to sign the waiver before they will be allowed to use the facility. The park is open during the summer months of June, July, and August. Helmets and pads are available for use at the park. Please call the park at 681-6963 or the Community Education office at 218-681-8711, ext. 244 for specific dates and times during the summer or if you have any questions or concerns regarding the park. The park is also an “ABA” sanctioned bike race track. The dates and times of the races will be announced in the spring of the year.

THe gReaT OuTdOORsOne of our best attractions is the great Outdoors! Pursue your favorite activity, such as snowmobiling, hunting, boating, golfing, tubing, fishing or bird watching. Pick your pastime and join us in Thief River Falls!

We have fabulous hunting here! Morgan tries out a new bow at Hunter’s Outlet. Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.


2042 Hwy. 1 West, Thief River Falls, MN 56701218-686-9785 • [email protected]

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Hockey • Baseball • Soccer • Figure Skating Fitness • Sport Apparel • Skate Lease & Rental

Huge selection of quilt fabrics and accessories!

1845 U.S. Highway 59 S.E. • 218-681-1006

• Arctic Cat snowmobiles, ATVs, side-by-sides, parts, clothing and accessories • Aluma snowmobile

and utility trailers

• Honda motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, off-road/motocross, generators, parts, clothing and accessories

1412 3rd St. W., Thief River Falls

www.rvsports.com218-681-1007 • 1-800-826-5403

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CROss-COunTRy skIIng Located west of Newfolden, MN. Old Mill State Park of-fers six miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. Skis and snowshoes are available for rent at the park. There is a shelter with a stove and fireplace for a quick warm up. Outdoor toilets are located in the campground, group camp and picnic area. Water is available behind the park office. For more information contact Old Mill State Park at 218-437-8174.

CuRlIngTHIef rIver fAllS curlInG club • A-8 Hwy. 59 W., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3202Restaurant, bonspiels, league curling.

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You’ll find excellent fishing year-round (ice fishing, too!) on the rivers. Walleye, Northern Pike, Catfish, Small Mouth Bass and Pan Fish.

FRIsbee gOlF Located at the south half of Lion’s Park on Nora Street, our nine-hole Frisbee Golf Course is open to the public free of charge. The course offers concrete tee pads, permanent mounted disc baskets, and custom-made tee signage. Bring your own discs and come ready to enjoy a game of “disc golf”!

gOlF COuRses Golfing is a great way to enjoy a sunny summer day with the whole family. It is also excellent exercise. From the water hazards to the sand traps, Northwestern Minne-sota golf courses provide plenty of challenging opportu-nities for everyone, so head to one of our golf courses.

foSSTon Golf club 218-435-6535Public course open April-October. Nine holes, par 36, grass greens. Lessons available. Riding and pull carts. Pro shop, clubhouse and driving range.

mInAkWA Golf club Crookston, MN 56716 • 218-281-1773Nine holes of golf, par 34. Lessons available. Riding and pull carts. Rentals, pro shop, restaurant and driving range. Open to the public.

oAk knollS Golf club Hwy. 32 S., Red Lake Falls • 218-253-4423Nine hole, par 36. Grass greens located along the river. Club and cart rentals, on-site snacks.

SAnd HIll rIver Golf courSe Fertile, MN 56540 • 218-945-3535Public course, nine holes, grass greens, driving range, putting & chipping green, riding and pull carts, pro shop and on-site snacks.

THIef rIver Golf club • F-1 1 mile N. on Hwy. 32, Thief River Falls 218-681-2955 • See coupon page 37 www.thiefrivergolfclub.comThe golf gem of northwest Minnesota. Play our beauti-ful 18 hole bent grass greens. Full bar and restaurant. Conference meetings and corporate outings welcome. Tuesday is “Ladies’ Day” and Wednesday is “Men’s Day.” These are the best greens around!

vAlley Golf courSe 2407 Riverroad N.W., East Grand Forks, MN 56721 218-773-1207Public course, 18 holes of golf, par 72. Open mid-April to mid-October. Riding and pull carts. On-site snacks, rent-als, pro shop. Grass greens.

This is a hockey town! The Ralph Engelstad Arena hosts some of the best games in the area!

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Attention bird lovers! The Thief River Falls area is included in Minnesota’s FIRST birding trail, a 223 mile route from Fergus Falls to the shores of Lake of the Woods. With 45 separate sites and side trips along the way, bird watchers and lovers of wildlife will find this a virtual paradise!

Situated at the juncture of 3 major ecosystems—tall grass prairie, boreal forests and aspen parkland—this Northwestern Minnesota trail provides a unique collection of habitats which provide homes for a tremendous variety of birds. Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge, the largest wildlife refuge in the state of Minnesota, is an incredible birding treasure, located just a short drive from Thief River Falls. The Refuge is a haven for as many as 280 species of birds. Look for a complete birding checklist and Pine to Prairie booklet at the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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HunTIng With over 2 million acres of public hunting land to choose from, the Thief River Falls area offers hunters choices of moose, bear, deer, ducks, ruffed and sharptail grouse and woodcock. This is also a growing area for geese populations, making this area an untapped bo-nanza for waterfowlers.

To order a Northwest Minnesota Hunting Guide contact: Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau 218-686-9785 or log onto our website www.visittrf.com

For information regarding licensing and hunting regulations contact: Department of Natural Resources 612-296-6157. www.dnr.state.mn.us

For travel information contact: Minnesota Office of Tourism 651-296-5029 or 1-800-657-3700. www.exploreminnesota.com

ICe skaTIngThief River Falls has two large indoor arenas: the Ralph Engelstad Arena and the Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. Both offer recreational ice skating. To receive the ice skating schedule call the Ralph Engelstad Arena office at 218-681-3545.

IndOOR ReCReaTIOn THIef rIver rAcqueTbAll club & fITneSS cenTer • I-8 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6709

sleddIngHartz Park, located on Riverside Avenue along the river, offers a huge hill for sledding. Sledders can enter the area through the National Guard Armory parking lot which is located on Highway 32.

snOwMObIlIng THe nORTHwOOds OF Mn Thief River Falls has access to more than 500 miles of groomed trails that interconnect to over 1,500 miles of trails in northwest Minnesota. Thief River Falls is a snow-mobile hub for northwest Minnesota with five different trails leading out of the city. Snowmobilers can choose from countless daily loop rides ranging from 50-200 miles. Snowmobiling was born in this part of Minnesota and the many food and fuel stops along the trails welcome all rid-ers, whatever their brand.

Trails to the west connect with the North Dakota trail system at the communities of Oslo and Hallock. Trails to the north connect to the community of Roseau and from there to the Canadian border and east to the Warroad and Baudette trail systems. To the south, riders take trails that connect with Bemidji and Detroit Lakes. Each trail is unique in offering a variety of terrain including river riding and picturesque wilderness trails.

Arctic Cat snowmobiles have been manufactured in Thief River Falls for over 35 years. The Arctic Cat plant is listed as having one of the top 250 plant tours in the nation in the book entitled “Watch It Made In The USA: A Visitors

Guide To The Companies That Make Your Favorite Prod-ucts.” Plant tours are free of charge and offered weekdays at 1 p.m. (See Tours on page 20). For trail maps contact the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau, lo-cated at 2042 Hwy. 1 West, Thief River Falls, MN 56701. You may also call 218-686-9785 or log onto our website at www.visittrf.com

Volleyball is just one way to enjoy our terrific community.

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These are the best greens around!Visitor Guide special!

Buy one green fee and cart for $59.00 and Get One Green

Fee Free! (a value of $77.00)Offer expires 10/31/10. Not good with any other offer.

Thief RiveR falls ConvenTion

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snOwMObIlIng In PennIngTOn COunTy The birthplace of the Arctic Cat snowmobile, this is some of the best snowmobiling in the country. Lots of snow and hundreds of miles of trail make this a true Winter Wonderland!

snOwMObIle ClubsGoodrIdGe TrAIl blAzerS Goodridge, MN 56725 • 218-378-4588

THIef rIver fAllS Sno drIfTerS 1023 Atlantic Ave. N., P.O. Box 51, Thief River Falls 218-689-0280 • 218-681-7423

snOwMObIle TRaIlsdoWnToWn See city map on page 13

GoodrIdGe/4G SnoWmobIle TrAIlS Open: Trail, Clearwater, Gully, etc; Connects with the Wapiti Trail system out of Thief River Falls, the Four-town Trail system and the Riverland Trail System of Trail, Clearwater, Gully, etc.

rIverlAnd norTH TrAIlGroomed trail connecting Thief River Falls with Red Lake Falls.

WAPITI TrAIl Connects with Big Red Lake Bog and McTrail System Trails. Trail cuts through willow and poplar stands, fre-quent sightings of wildlife.

sPORTIng gOOds HunTer’S ouTleT • D-9 206 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3030 See ad page 39Over 1,500 firearms (new and used), ammo, muzzle load-ing, optics, bows & archery accessories with pro-staff services, deer stands & blinds, gun safes & cabinets, huge inventory of hunting and shooting accessories in-cluding apparel. YOUR OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS!

leGendS SPorTInG GoodS • K-9 1845 U.S. Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-1006 • See ad page 55Area’s only sporting goods store.

rv SPorTS • AA-9 1412 3rd St. W., Thief River Falls 218-681-1007 • 1-800-826-5403 www.rvsports.com • See ad page 35A world-class Arctic Cat snowmobile and ATV dealer plus Honda motorcycles, ATVs and scooters. Side-by-sides, parts, clothing and accessories.

swIMMIngfrAnklIn mIddle ScHool Indoor Pool • J-4 300 Spruce Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8065

PublIc beAcH AT lAfAve PArk • H-7 Taft and Crocker Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2519

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frAnklIn mIddle ScHool • K-11 300 Spruce Ave. S., Thief River Falls

TRaP sHOOTIngTHIef rIver fAllS TrAP club 218-681-1848Offers three traps. Clubhouse with full kitchen. Private groups welcome. Shooting: Mon. 5 p.m., Thurs. 6 p.m. or by appointment. Also, Northwest Sporting Clays with 15 fields including a 60’ tower. Shooting: Wed. 5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. or by appointment. Mon. night 5 p.m. active league team participation.

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On a sunny afternoon, grab your friends and head for the water!

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voyAGeur’S vIeW cAmPGround & TubInG 1/2 mile North of Red Lake Falls on Co. Rd. 13 218-253-4329 • See ad page 19 www.voyageursview.com

walkIng & MulTI-PuRPOse TRaIls rIverWAlk Thief River Falls, MN 56701 • 218-681-3720 • See page 23Many miles of walking and biking trails through town along the Red Lake and Thief Rivers. Passes by nine city parks, three forest trails, the dam, and historical sites such as the Soo Line Railroad Depot. Maps are available at the Travel Information Center and the Parks and Recreation Department.

AGASSIz recreATIon TrAIl (A.r.T.) 32 mi. trail from Ulen, MN through Syre, Twin Valley and Gary to Fertile • 218-584-5169The trail consists of two 10 foot wide treadways for snowmobiling, hiking, biking, bird watching, horseback riding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and dog sledding. Also open to ATVs. Camping is available in Ulen and Twin Valley.

GreenWood parK & reCreaTIon area • P-13 Thief River Falls • Located on the east side of the Red Lake River on Greenwood St. • 218-681-2519Natural trails, cross-country skiing and an environmental learning lab.

Golfers take to the beautiful links at the Thief River Falls Golf Club.

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The Red Lake River, in the Thief River Falls area, offers excellent fishing. Whether you’re in waders, a float tube, canoe or just fishing from the bank, the opportunity for walleyes, northern pike, smallmouth bass, crappies and a host of other species is good.

Accessing the river is not a problem with two boat landings within the city limits. You can also get to the river through both city parks and below the dam.

Waterfowl and small game hunters coming to the Thief River Falls area should remember to pack a fishing rod. There is a fall run of walleyes in the Red Lake River. Walleyes will move upriver and hold below the dam in October—a jig and minnow is all it takes. With parking lots on both sides of the river and a walkway on the east side, access is easy.

Hunt in the morning, fish the Red Lake River in the afternoon. Visitors to the Thief River Falls area can have the best of both worlds!

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eduCaTIOnThIef rIver falls sChool dIsTrICT • E-9 Administrative Offices: 230 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8711 (P) • 218-681-3252 (F) www.trf.k12.mn.us See ad page 41 Independent School District 564 is committed to devel-oping individual abilities of all students and is focused on continuous improvement. Several opportunities for success in academics, technology, athletics and arts are available. We believe in all students reaching their highest potential!

THIef rIver fAllS educATIon foundaTIon • E-9 230 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8711 ext. 228 www.trfeducationfoundation.com [email protected] Thief River Falls Education Foundation exists to pro-mote innovative educational opportunities in School Dis-trict #564 through partnerships involving alumni, parents, educators, businesses, and the greater community.

PUBLIC SCHOOLSarea learnInG CenTer • E-9 230 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8711Grades 9-12.

cHAllenGer elemenTAry ScHool • F-16 Pennington Ave. and Cty. Rd. 61, Thief River Falls 218-681-2345Pre-school, Kindergarten-Grade 5.

frAnklIn mIddle ScHool • J-11 300 Spruce Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8813Grades 6-8.

MOvIng TO THIeF RIveR FallsIf you’ve chosen to move your home or business to Thief River Falls, you’ll find useful information here about the area. For more information, contact the Thief River Falls Convention and visitors bureau at 218-686-9785, log onto our website at www.visittrf.com or contact the Community development director at 218-681-2500.

Kaine looks over house plans at one of his work sites. Photo by Northstar Visitor Guides, Inc.

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lIncoln HIGH ScHool/mAGneT ArTS • D-10 101 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-7432Grades 9-12.

norTHlAnd communITy & TecHnIcAl colleGe • L-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls 218-683-8800 • 1-800-959-6282 www.northlandcollege.edu • See ad belowNorthland Community and Technical College has cam-puses located in Thief River Falls and East Grand Forks, MN. Northland is an accredited college that provides technical and liberal arts education in more than 80 dif-ferent programs and offers student life, fine arts, basket-ball, football, baseball, softball, and volleyball.

PRIVATE SCHOOLSST. bernArd’S cATHolIc ScHool • D-9 117 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-15393 yr. old Pre-school, 4-5 yr. old Pre-Kindergarten and all day Kindergarten through the 5th grade.

ST. JoHn’S luTHerAn ScHool • P-15 Sortberg Dr., 15671 158th St. N.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-7753 Daycare, 3 year old Pre-school, 4-5 year old Pre-Kinder-garten and all day Kindergarten through grade 12.

THe norTHern ScHool of THe ArTS • D-10 Contact Bill Stock at 218-681-8672The Northern School of the Arts is a tuition free Arts Magnet school for Northwest Minnesota housed at Lin-coln High School in Thief River Falls, allowing 11th and 12th grade students in-depth study in drama, creative writing, visual arts, media arts or music. Students spend a block of time in their individual art area and the rest of the day is spent taking general classes at Lincoln High School.

THIeF RIveR Falls PublIC sCHOOlsindependent School District 564“A Community Partnership Focused on Education”

www.trf.k12.mn.us

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eMPlOyeRsArcTIc cAT Inc. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., in Thief River Falls • 218-681-8558 See ad page 37

cenTrAl boIler • 35 mi. North of Thief River Falls 20502 160th St., Greenbush, MN 56726 1-800-248-4681 • See ad page 45 centralboiler.comCentral Boiler of Greenbush manufactures efficient out-door wood, wood pellet and corn furnaces. Our fast grow-ing company offers a competitive employment package. Call for details on our current employment opportunities. Visit our website to see our complete product lines.

dIGI-key corPorATIon • A-13 701 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-6674 • www.digikey.com See ad page 7Digi-Key Corporation was founded in Thief River Falls in 1972. Today, the company is the fifth largest distributor of electronic components in North America and one of the fastest growing distributors in the world. Digi-Key stocks products from 400 manufacturers, shipping them to customers in more than 140 countries.

JobS, Inc. • F-8 Offices in City Hall–the remodeled Soo Line Depot, 405 E. 3rd St., Thief River Falls [email protected] See ad belowJobs, Inc. is the catalyst for economic development ac-tivities in the Thief River Falls area. It provides a variety of services from site selection, labor analysis, utilities, housing to developing financial packages. Thief River Falls is known for its entrepreneurial spirit. Jobs, Inc. is ready to help you “Capture the Spirit.”

norThWesT BeveraGe, InC. • BB-14 1320 Greenwood St. W., Thief River Falls 218-681-1735 • See ad page 9Area distributor of Anheuser-Busch. Also distributor of Chippewa Spring and Kandiyohi bottled water. Water machines and 5-gallon bottles available for home or of-fice delivery. Kandiyohi is available with fluoride in 5 gal-lon bottles and can be found at select local convenience stores and restaurants.

quIck PrInT cenTer • D-8 320 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-1772 • See ad page 43 • [email protected] one-stop print center in Thief River Falls. Consider us your office away from home. We provide a full range of services, including quality commercial printing, fax and copy service. Free in-town delivery to conferences and meetings, quick turn-around, high speed copies, full color copies and complete binding.

SJoberG’S cAble T.v. • D-8 315 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3044 1-800-828-8808 • See ad below

THe TImeS • E-8 324 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4450 www.trftimes.com • See ad below THIef rIver fAllS reGIonAl AIrPorT • South of F-19 2 mi. S. on County Hwy. 17 (Pennington Ave.), Thief River Falls Flight Reservations 1-800-225-2525 Flight Information 218-681-6689 Aircraft Maintenance & Charters 218-681-5585 Hertz Rentals 218-681-4111 www.citytrf.net • See ad inside front coverServiced by Delta Connection’s 12 flights per week to Minneapolis/St. Paul.

TOP Ten eMPlOyeRs

Employer # Employed

Digi-Key Corp ...................1993

Arctic Cat, Inc. .................1400

Meritcare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Center ................................525

Thief River Falls School District ....................460

Walmart .............................250

Northern Pride, Inc. ...........200

Northland Community & Technical College ............195

Pennington, County of ......160

Occupational Development Center, Inc. .........................130

Thief River Falls, City of ......111

Opportunities abound! Thief River Falls is home to over twenty manufacturing, distribution, processing and wholesaling industries. Interested in relocating your business to this thriving manufacturing and entrepreneurial environment? Contact Jobs, Inc., the area’s private, non-profit economic development corporation. Industrial lots are available.

thief river falls Jobs Incorporated 218-681-7387 • Fax 218-681-6223

E-mail: [email protected] • P.O. Box 528–405 3rd St. E., Thief River Falls, MN 56701

Offering the best entertainment value in town!

315 Main Ave. N. Thief River Falls

[email protected]

218-681-30441-800-828-8808

• CableTV

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• HighspeedInternetAccess ViaCableModem

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Proudly serving: Thief River Falls, Warren, Red Lake Falls, Newfolden, Karlstad, Middle River, Holt, Viking, Greenbush, Badger, Roseau, Warroad and Baudette.


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uTIlITIesfor the City of Thief River Falls

and the Surrounding AreaCable TV ServiceGarden Valley (serving St. Hilaire) .......1-800-488-8260

Sjoberg’s Cable (serving Thief River Falls) .... 681-3044

Electric Companies Ottertail Power Co (serving St. Hilaire)........ .281-3632

Red Lake Electric (serving rural St. Hilaire, Goodridge). ...................................................253-2168

Water/Sewer/Garbage Goodridge .............................................378-4689

St. Hilaire ...............................................964-5257

Thief River Falls ......................................681-4145

Gas Company MN Energy Resources .......................1-800-889-9508

Telephone Companies Garden Valley (serving St. Hilaire) .......1-800-448-8260Qwest (serving Thief River Falls) ..... 1-800-244-1111

For The Print Needs of Today...Free In Town Delivery To Your Conference Or Meeting Site

Quality Commercial Printing

Complete Graphic Service

Fax/Internet Service

High Speed Copiers

Color Copiers

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CHIld CaReChild Care Resource and Referral is a division of the Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. Choosing quality child care is an important aspect to a happy, healthy child. The Child Care Resource and Referral office provides the nec-essary information parents need when choosing a child care program to fit their needs. Call 1-800-KidsEtc.

dIScovery PlAce eArly leArnInG cenTer • F-12 305 E. Nora St., Thief River Falls 218-681-5202 We are a non-profit child care center that provides care and early education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

FInanCIalborder STATe bAnk • L-11 1528 Hwy 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-8085 • www.borderstatebank.com See ad this pageAs an independent community bank, Border State pro-vides a full range of progressive financial products and services while keeping our lending decisions local. 24 hour ATM service available in Thief River Falls, Middle River, Greenbush, Roseau, and International Falls. Other locations include Badger and Baudette. Welcome to the Northland-Home of Border State Bank, Community Bank-ing at Its Best!

norTHern STATe bAnk • Main Branch E-8, Walk-In Branch E-9, Hugo’s Branch F-10 Main Bank: 102 E. Third St. Walk-in Branch: 214 E. Third St. Hugo’s Market Branch: First St. & Pennington Ave. www.nsbtrf.com • See ad this pageNorthwestern Minnesota’s leading independent bank and insurance agency. Locally owned and operated since 1935, NSB’s “community first” philosophy provides full service banking and customer service at its best, with free U.S. cash machine network and three Thief River Falls banking locations. Member FDIC.

Wells farGo • E-9 208 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-1930 • See ad page 45Wells Fargo prides itself in being your one-stop local financial solutions store for personal, business or agri-cultural needs. Our experienced professional staff of-fers the outstanding personal service you deserve and expect. Wells Fargo has the products and services to meet your needs. Lobby Hours: M-F 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drive-Up Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to Noon

HealTH CaRemerITcAre THIef rIver fAllS norTHWeST medIcAl cenTer lIfe fITneSS cenTer • F-10 120 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-683-4367 • www.meritcare.com See ad inside back coverComprehensive fitness facility featuring state-of-the-art equipment. Day Pass $6 per day. Access 24/7. Must be 18 years or older or be accompanied by guardian. Mem-berships available.

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merITcAre THIef rIver fAllS norTHWeST medIcAl cenTer • F-10 120 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4240 www.meritcare.com See ad inside back coverMeritCare Thief River Falls is your integrated health partner providing in both the clinic and hospital setting. MeritCare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Hospital offers 24/7 Emergency Room services with doctors on site and provides full-service care for patients requiring medical stays.

merITcAre THIef rIver fAllS norTHWeST medIcAl cenTer clInIc • L-11 1720 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4747 1-800-550-4109 • www.meritcare.com • See ad inside back coverOur comprehensive clinic provides specialty and urgent care for people of all ages. An ambulatory surgery center makes same day surgery options possible and we understand your need for convenience with an on-site pharmacy. When hospitalization is needed, our caregivers admit patients to MeritCare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Center, or seamlessly connect you to the specialized care available within the MeritCare system. Open Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-6:45 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

InsuRanCeTHune InSurAnce neTWork • K-10 1511 Hwy. 59 S. (Northland Plaza), Thief River Falls 218-681-1714 • www.thuneinsurance.com • www.bakkeinsurance.com See ad page 46The largest agency in Northwestern Minnesota. We are your insurance partner for both your personal and commercial needs. Operating in the Thief River Falls area for the past 80 years, we understand coverage unique to our region. As an independent agency, we represent over 25 companies to serve your specific insurance requirements.

gROuPs/ORganIzaTIOnsTHe PennInGTon counTy HumAne SocIeTy P.O. Box 64, Thief River Falls • 218-681-8045The Pennington County Humane Society is a non-profit organization which exists to pro-mote respect for animal life, works to prevent animal homelessness and abuse, and provides community education regarding the humane and ethical treatment of animals. It is the policy of the society to promote humane care and treatment for all animals need-ing protection; to seek to return lost animals to their owners; to seek suitable homes for animals without owners.

vIsITOR seRvICesFor answers to your visitor needs,

please contact the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), located at 2042 Hwy. 1 West

[email protected] • www.visittrf.com

Travel Information Center ....................... 218-681-3720Pennington County Courthouse .............218-683-7000City Hall ................................................... 218-681-2943Community Development Director ........ 218-681-2500Parks & Recreation Department ............ 218-681-2519Tourist Information, Minnesota Office of Tourism..................................1-800-657-3700Towing Service & AAA ........................... 218-681-2277HERTZ ...................................................... 218-681-4111 1-800-654-3131Taxi .......................................................... 218-681-6666Community Bus (Handicapped ..............218-681-6760 Accessible) .......................................or 1-800-584-7020Super Highway Tours ...............................218-681-8115Royal Limousine Service ........................ 218-681-1222Bergan Travel ........................................... 218-681-4100Ralph Engelstad Arena ........................... 218-681-2183


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Real esTaTeanderson realTy • D-7 601 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4087 1-800-861-4960 • www.trfrealty.com • See ad this page Maryel Anderson, Broker.

Genereux realTy, InC. • D-11 304 Riverside S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4663 1-800-447-0382 • www.genereuxrealty.com See ad page 44We’d like to welcome visitors

and newcomers to join us for worship.

AbundAnT lIfe luTHerAn ChurCh (aflC) • F-18 1602 Pennington Ave. S. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-2300 Worship: Sunday 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Service broadcast on KKAQ 1460 am abundantlifechurchtrf.org

communITy cHurcH InTernaTIonal • East of P-7 17042 160th Ave. N.E. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-2285 Worship: Sunday 10 a.m., Wed. 6:30 p.m. communitychurchintl.com

evanGelICal CovenanT ChurCh • E-8 1425 E. 3rd St. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4449 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., Summer 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9 a.m. [email protected] www.trfcovchurch.org

evanGelICal free ChurCh • C-9 211 Arnold Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3855 Worship: Sun. 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Wed. College Supper & Bible Study 6 p.m., AWANA 6:30 p.m., Youth Group 7 p.m. www.trfefc.org

fIrsT BapTIsT ChurCh • E-8 414 Horace Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-2477 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

our SAvIour’S luTHerAn ChurCh (aflC) • N-13 2075 Hwy. 59 S.E. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4643 Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m.

redeemer luTHerAn ChurCh (elCa) • J-12 1300 E. Nora St. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3390 Services: Sat. 5 p.m. & Sun. 10:30 a.m. (Sept.-May); Wed. 7 p.m. & Sun. 10:30 a.m. (June-Aug.) Sunday School: Sun. 9:15 a.m. www.redeemertrf.com

rIver of lIfe ChurCh • L-11 1563 Hwy. 59 S.E. (Next to McDonalds) Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-1469 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. (nursery and preschool available) Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (Sept.-May) Small groups meet throughout the week

ST. bernArd’S cATHolIc CoMMunITy • D-9 105 Knight Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3571 Weekend Masses: Saturday 5 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (Memorial Day through Labor Day 9 a.m.) stbernardtrf.org

TrInITy luTheran ChurCh (elCa) • F-8 325 Horace Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-1310 Sunday Holy Communion: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:25 a.m. www.trinitylutherantrf.com

unITed MeThodIsT ChurCh • F-9 116 Horace Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4388 Worship: Sunday 10 a.m. Sunday School: 9 a.m. (Sept.-May) [email protected] • www.umctrf.org

zIon luTheran ChurCh (elCa) • D-7 505 Main Ave. N. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3296 Worship: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Education Hour: 9:30 a.m. Summer Schedule: 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. www.ziontrf.org




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