thief river falls 2015 visitors guide

2 Official 2015 Thief River Falls Visitors Guide • 218-686-9785 www.visittrf.com • Official 2015 Thief River Falls Visitors Guide 3

Multi-Sports & Conference Facility218-681-2183 • www.reatrf.com

525 Brooks Ave. N • Thief River Falls, MN 56701

• Banquets• Trade Shows• Wedding Receptions• Corporate Meetings• 2 Ice Sheets

• Basketball Floor• Catering Kitchen• Portable Dance

Floor• Staging

• 12 Locker Rooms • 5,000 Sq. Ft.

Banquet Facility• Concerts

• 16fullhookups(30and50amps)-56electriconly

• CableTVhookups• Showerhouse• Daily,weekly,monthlycamping• Camphostavailable• Nowtakingreservations

A Strong Airport... equals a strong economy

• Over 1 million packages shipped per year• Base to Northland Community & Technical College Aviation Program• Car Rental by Hertz in terminal

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Roadrunner Pizza & Deli! Pizza • Subs • Hamburgers Chicken • Ice Cream

TRUCK, RV AND CARWASH PROPANE

OUR NEW PET WASH IS NOW OPEN!

Breakfast SpecialsLunch Buffet Mon.-Fri.

NEW 75-SITE RV PARK NOW OPEN!

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

Year-round sites

• 18-hole mini golf course• 75 full hook-up camping sites With 50 amp service Free WiFi • Cable TV available

• Arcade and playground equipment• Go-Kart Track

Your All-In-One Family Destination...FALLS STAY ‘N PLAY!

THIEF

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218-681-3546 Junction Hwy. 59 N. & Hwy. 1 W.,

Thief River Falls, MN 56701

where sparkling rivers and scenic prairies offer numerous opportunities for adventure. Our area prides itself on friendly locals, a thriving business climate, exceptional schools and safe neighborhoods.

Take time to explore our fascinating attractions, check out our lively events, and visit our delightful restaurants and shops—we know you’ll want to come back again and again! Please consider this your personal invitation to Come Out & Play in Thief River Falls!

Laura Anderson, Executive Director Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau

Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 56701 (218) 686-9785 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.visittrf.comThief River Falls Visitors Guide Copyright © 2015. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Reproduction without permission from Think Tourism USA 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: Think Tourism USA P.O. Box 1733, St. Cloud, MN 56302 Phone (320) 281-5118 | Fax (320) 281-5119 [email protected] www.thinktourismusa.com

PRESIDENT: Gary Webber EDITOR & PUBLISHER: Pat WebberPROOF TRACKING: Penny GoetzDESIGN & PRODUCTION: Cathy Hennen

PHOTOS IN THIS GUIDE BY:Gary Webber Think Tourism USA www.thinktourismusa.com

8 | About Thief River Falls

10 | Events

16 | Parks

17 | Area Map

18 | Attractions

19 | Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village

26 | Lodging

30 | Dining

35 | Passport to Play

36 | Shopping

42 | Recreation

43 | Pine to Prairie Birding Trail

43 | Area Fishing

445 | River Walk & Junior Ranger Badge

47 | Moving

52 | The Jefferson Highway

52 | Visitor Info

54 | Churches

Ezra Grothe Ezra Grothe Photography 218-686-1246 www.ezragrothe.com

Beth Iliff Beth Iliff Photography 218-686-3827 Thief River Falls, MN

Other photos: Thief River Falls Times

Thief River Falls Area Community Theater

Chief Red Robe, Red Robe Park

Night to Unite

Thief River Falls is the place to be! Not only is it

the birthplace of the Arctic Cat snowmobile and

one of the top birding and wildlife areas in the

country, it’s a great place for families, too! You

just can’t beat our parks, attractions, schools and

friendly people—so come visit us!

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 and Red Lake Rivers 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, both nationally and internationally.

about our city...

Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau: (218) 686-9785

Chamber of Commerce: (218) 681-3720

Winter Road Information: 511

Statewide: 1-800-542-0220

Emergency: 911

Thief River Falls Regional Airport: 1-800-225-2525

Explore Minnesota Tourism: 1-800-657-3700

Sanford Clinic Thief River Falls: (218) 681-4747 • 800-550-4109

Sanford Medical Center Thief River Falls: (218) 681-4240

Law Enforcement Center: (218) 681-6161

Fire Department: (218) 681-3943

U.S. Postal Service: (218) 681-3053

Travel Information Center: (218) 681-3720

Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222

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”/year Average Snowfall: 50”/year

Visit Thief River Falls today...it’s worth the ride!

Located 300 miles NW of the Twin Cities on trunk highways 59, 32 and 1, Thief River Falls is at the junction of the Red Lake and Thief Rivers. Distance to: Minneapolis/St. Paul 296 miles; Chicago, IL 650 miles; Sioux Falls, SD 300 miles; Grand Forks, ND 55 miles; Denver, CO 900 miles; Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada 159 miles.


RiverFest

JANUARYJANUARY 2-4 PEE WEE A TOURNAMENT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

JANUARY 9-10 9TH DISTRICT AMERICAN LEGION MID-WINTER CONFERENCE. Thief River Falls American Legion. Mid-winter conference for the northwest Minnesota members of the American Legion. Call Arlo Rude for more information at 218-681-3563.

JANUARY 9-11 10U/12U TOURNAMENT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

JANUARY 17 PROWLER WRESTLING INVITE. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

JANUARY 23-25 PEE WEE B TOURNAMENT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 1 BANTAM B TOURNAMENT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 1 19TH ANNUAL THIEF RIVER FALLS GUN SHOW. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thief River Falls Armory. Featuring guns and coins. Admission $4. Children under 12 not admitted unless accompanied by an adult. For more information call John at 218-681-6553.

FEBRUARYFEBRUARY 6-8 SQUIRTS TOURNAMENT. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

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Thief River Falls offers an

Choose from world-class snowmobile races, cultural festivals and entertainment, county fairs, Fourth of July fireworks, historical

celebrations and professional bull riding contests. Check out our calendar here or

go to www.visittrf.com.

Demolition Derby


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tsFEBRUARY 6-8 20TH ANNUAL MINNESOTA VIKINGS ARCTIC BLAST SNOWMOBILE RALLY. Meet current and former Vikings players, Coaches, Vikings Cheerleaders, Team Executives and mascot Viktor. Vikings vs. Team TRF flag football game on Friday night, snowmobiling with the Vikings on Saturday, Hairball concert on Saturday night and a $30,000 Prize Party on Sunday morning. For more information and registration, visit Vikings.com or call 952-828-6577.

FEBRUARY 11-14 I-500 RED LAKE NATION & USXC SNOWMOBILE RACE. Snowmobile race from Winnipeg to Willmar, MN. 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.usxcracing.com.

FEBRUARY 13-15 12U DISTRICTS. Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. 218-681-2519.

FEBRUARY 14 SECTION 8A/8AA WRESTLING. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

FEBRUARY 15 THIEF RIVER FALLS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES PRESENTS “SUCHON WIND QUINTET.” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. Tickets are available at the Times, Kezar Music and Hugo’s. Tickets $30/adult, $10/student or $70/family. Tickets are good for all entertainment series performances. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 1 BANTAM A REGIONS. Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. 218-681-2519.

FEBRUARY 27-28 6TH ANNUAL WINTERFEST. Eagles Club. Burger baskets, “Mohawks for Money”, and a 9-hole golf tournament on the frozen Red Lake River. Proceeds go towards diabetes research. For more information call 218-681-2406.

FEBRUARY 28 SECTION 8A BOYS BASKETBALL QUARTER FINALS. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

FEBRUARY 28 PENNINGTON COUNTY MASTER GARDENER SPRING WORKSHOP. Evangelical Free Church. Special guest speaker, Melinda Meyers. For more information call 218-683-7030.

MARCHMARCH 3 SECTION 8A BOYS SEMI-FINALS. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

MARCH 6 SECTION 8A BOYS FINAL. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

MARCH 7 SECTION 8A GIRLS QUARTER FINALS. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

MARCH 10 SECTION 8A GIRLS SEMI-FINALS. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

MARCH 13 SECTION 8A GIRLS FINAL. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

MARCH 21-22 TRF SKATING CLUB ICE SHOW. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

APRILAPRIL 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 218-681-4325.

APRIL 4 1ST ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Ralph Engelstad Arena. For more information call 218-681-5862.

APRIL 6 FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR CONCERT. Lincoln High School Auditorium. For more information call Darcy Reece at 218-681-7432.

JULY 3-5 GOODRIDGE CENTENNIAL/ALL SCHOOL REUNION. Goodridge, MN. Street dances, parades, classic car show, talent show, 5K/10K walk/run and much more. For more information visit goodridgecentennial.com.

JULY 23-27 MARSHALL COUNTY FAIR. Warren, MN. For more information visit www.marshallcountyfair.org.

AUGUST 14-16 GOOD OLD DAYS. Viking, MN. Threshing bee, flea market, music, games, food, blacksmith shop. For more information call 218-523-6082 or visit www.vikingdiner.com.

AUGUST 28-30 FALL FESTIVAL. Grygla, MN. Street dances, parade, demolition derby, food stands. For more information visit www.grygla.govoffice2.com.

SEPTEMBER 11-13 NEW FEST. Newfolden, MN. Live music, games, food vendors and parade. For more information contact Sharon Bring at 218-874-3713.

Minnesota Vikings #24 Robert Griffith at the Arctic Blast Snowmobile Rally

Middle River


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tsAPRIL 10-12 TIMES HOME SHOW. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2519.

APRIL 18 MEGA RAFFLE. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-2183.

APRIL 30 THIEF RIVER FALLS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES PRESENTS “THE FABULOUS LIMELITERS.” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. Tickets are available at the Times, Kezar Music and Hugo’s. Tickets $30/adult, $10/student or $70/family. Tickets are good for all entertainment series performances. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

MAYMAY 10-11 LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR CONCERT “LOOKING BACK TO MOVE FORWARD”. 7 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. For more information call Darcy Reece at 218-681-7432.

MAY 14 3RD ANNUAL KINGS OF THE WINGS. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thief River Falls Armory. Fundraising event put on by the Sanford Health Foundation Thief River Falls to support Sanford Medical Center Thief River Falls. For tickets and information call Sue at 218-681-4105.

MAY 15 SANFORD HEALTH TRIATHLON PASTA FEED. 5:30-8 p.m., Evergreen Eating Emporium. For more information go to www.trftriathlon.com.

MAY 16 SANFORD HEALTH TRIATHLON. 9 a.m., Franklin Middle School. For more information go to www.trftriathlon.com.

MAY 16 HUGO’S KIDS TRIATHLON. 11:30 a.m., Franklin Middle School. For more information go to www.trftriathlon.com.

MAY 16 THIEF RIVER FALLS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES PRESENTS “SIX APPEAL.” 7:30 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. Tickets are available at the Times, Kezar Music and Hugo’s. Tickets $30/adult, $10/student or $70/family. Tickets are good for all entertainment series performances. For more information contact Chuck Smith at 218-681-8000 ext. 1005.

MAY 17-24 NORWEGIAN HERITAGE WEEK. For more information call Andrew at 218-684-1810.

MAY 18 NORWEGIAN HERITAGE WEEK OPEN HOUSE. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Northern State Bank. Enjoy lefse and other goodies. For more information call Andrew at 218-684-1810.

MAY 20 SYTTENDE MAI SMORGASBORD. 5-7 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church. Serving meatballs, potatoes, Norwegian food including lefse, fruit soup and rommegrot. For more information call 218-681-3296.

MAY 22-24 8TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY POW-WOW. Seven Clans Casino. Everyone welcome. For more information call 218-681-4062 or visit wwwsevenclanscasino.com.

MAY 25 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 Society Members. For more information call 218-681-5767.

MAY 29 LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION. Ralph Engelstad Arena. 218-681-7342.

JUNEJUNE 3-4 SAFETY CAMP. Ralph Engelstad Arena. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 10 PARK AND RECREATION DAY TRIP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

Tucker Hibbert, 7-Time X Games Snocross Champion1) What’s your connection to Thief River Falls?

When I was ten, my family moved here from Idaho so my dad could take an engineering position at Arctic Cat. With racing, I don’t spend much time in one place but find myself in TRF a lot. With family in the area and the Arctic Cat snowmobile factory right in town, I never get too far away!

2) How did you get into racing?My dad raced, so naturally I wanted to follow in his footsteps. I did my first race when I was eight and turned pro at 16.

3) What are your top racing accomplishments?I have 12 X Games medals, eight national Snocross championships and two world titles.

4) When you’re in Thief River Falls, what do you like to do for fun?Thief River Falls has a lot to offer for outdoor enthusiasts like myself. In the winter, I spend the majority of my time on my snowmobile. Between the river and the trail system surrounding TRF, there are great options for riding. My favorite summertime activity is mountain biking. I just discovered the Greenwood hiking/biking trails and plan to spend more time there when I’m in town.

5) What’s coming up next?More racing!

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JUNE 16 PARK AND RECREATION DAY CAMP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 17 PARK AND RECREATION DAY TRIP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 18 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 20 5K FREEDOM RUN. Hartz Park. Registration at 7 a.m. Run begins at 8 a.m., kids’ run to follow. Fundraiser to raise awareness about human trafficking. Run with us, or simply come and show your support. For more information, contact Anna Barth at [email protected].

JUNE 20 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

JUNE 23 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 Barb Natvik 218-681-6948.

JUNE 23 PARK AND RECREATION DAY CAMP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 25 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JUNE 27 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

JULYJULY 1 PARK AND RECREATION DAY CAMP. For more information call 218-681-2519. Holiday Train


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JULY 2 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information 218-681-2519.

JULY 4 FIREWORKS DISPLAY. Held at dusk at the Seven Clans Casino.

JULY 4 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

JULY 7 PARK AND RECREATION DAY CAMP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JULY 7 FARMERS MARKET. 3:30-6 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

JULY 8 PARK AND RECREATION DAY TRIP. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JULY 9 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.


JULY 14 MISS THIEF RIVER FALLS, MISS RIVERFEST & LITTLE MISS THIEF RIVER FALLS PAGEANT. 7 p.m., Lincoln High School Auditorium. For more information call 218-686-8851.




JULY 15-19 PENNINGTON COUNTY FAIR. Grandstand acts, Thunder On Hooves P.B.R. Bull Ride, demo derby, fireworks display. Held at the Pennington County Fairgrounds in Thief River Falls. For more information visit www.penningtoncountyfair.com.

JULY 17-18 THUNDER ON HOOVES P.B.R. BULL RIDE. 7 p.m., Pennington County Fairgrounds. For more information visit www.thunderonhooves.com.


JULY 19 DEMOLITION DERBY. 4:30 p.m. in the grandstands at the Pennington County Fairgrounds. For ticket and lodging information call 218-681-3720.

JULY 20 15TH ANNUAL SWENSON GOLF TOURNAMENT. 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. 5228.




JULY 23 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.




JULY 30 MOVIE IN THE PARK. Hartz Park at dusk. For more information call 218-681-2519.

JULY 31 STREET WIZARDS TRIVIA CRUISE. 6-9 p.m., Falls Stay ‘N Play. Local trivia cruise. Fun for all ages. For more information call 218-686-2969 or visit www.trfstreetwizards.com.

JULY 31-AUGUST 2 RIVERFEST. Hartz Park. Live music, food vendors, craft vendors, entertainment, and children’s activities. For more information call 218-681-3720.

AUGUSTAUGUST 1 CRAZY DAYS. Downtown Thief River Falls. Shop crazy specials, food and entertainment. For more information call 218-681-3720.

AUGUST 1 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

AUGUST 1 STREET WIZARDS 12TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. Cost: $15 per car entered. Spectators welcome. Spectators vote for People’s Choice Trophy. Door prizes for participants. RiverFest Motorcycle Show, cost: $10 per motorcycle entered. Fun for the whole family. For more information call 218-686-2969 or visit www.trfstreetwizards.com.

AUGUST 4 MINNAQUA FISHING CLINIC. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Red Robe Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

AUGUST 4 FARMERS MARKET. 3:30-6 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

AUGUST 4 NIGHT TO UNITE. Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village. For more information call 218-681-2519.

AUGUST 6 GAZEBO ENTERTAINMENT. 7 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. For more information call 218-681-2519.

AUGUST 7-9 CLASS OF 1975 40TH REUNION. For more information call 218-681-8711 ext. 5228.





AUGUST 15 LAST RIDE BLUES FESTIVAL. Seven Clans Casino. Everyone welcome. For more information call 218-681-4062 or visit www.sevenclanscasino.com.

AUGUST 15 LIONS CLUB 10TH ANNUAL FISHING TOURNAMENT. Thief and Red Lake Rivers. For more information go to www.trflions.org.

AUGUST 16 ST. HILAIRE ANNUAL SMASH & BASH DEMO DERBY. Held at St. Hilaire Island park. Outstanding demo derby with huge participation and a variety of heats. For more information call 218-964-5694.




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tsAUGUST 25 FARMERS MARKET. 3:30-6 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.



SEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER 1 PEDER ENGELSTAD PIONEER VILLAGE CLOSES FOR THE SEASON.

SEPTEMBER 1 FARMERS MARKET. 3:30-6 p.m., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

SEPTEMBER 5 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon., Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.


SEPTEMBER 11 PIG ROAST & ENTERTAINMENT. 5 p.m. , Floyd B. Olson Park. Food, entertainment and craft vendors. For more information call 218-681-3720.

SEPTEMBER 12 EVERYBODY’S MARKET. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Floyd B. Olson Park. Food, music, crafters & vendors, and children’s activities. For more information call 218-681-3720.

SEPTEMBER 12 CLASS OF 1940 70TH REUNION. For more information call 218-681-8711 ext 5228.

SEPTEMBER 12 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

SEPTEMBER 13 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 19 FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-noon, Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village.

SEPTEMBER 26-27 THIEF RIVER FALLS MODEL RAILROAD CLUB 21ST ANNUAL TRAIN AND HOBBY SHOW. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center. 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.

OCTOBEROCTOBER THIEF RIVER FALLS MANUFACTURERS WEEK. For more information call 218-681-3720.

OCTOBER 31 2ND ANNUAL TRICK OR TREAT HALLOWEEN PARTY. 5-8 p.m., C’mon Inn. For more information call 218-681-5862.

NOVEMBERNOVEMBER 14 39TH ANNUAL REA HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ralph Engelstad Arena. For more information call 218-681-2183.

DECEMBERDECEMBER C.P. HOLIDAY TRAIN. City Hall. Live music, snacks and caroling. For more information call 218-681-3720.

DECEMBER 24 COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DINNER. For more information call 218-681-3720.

Little Miss Thief River Falls Pageant


GOODRIDGE CITY PARK & LIONS PARK Goodridge, MN • 218-378-4113 Four units, electrical and water hookups, picnic shelter in Lions Park. Basketball area and horseshoe pits.

ST. HILAIRE CITY PARK 218-964-5257 or 218-689-2474 for reservations Located 6 miles south of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 32 Ad pg. 15“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

City of Thief River Falls 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 7.10 • • • • • • • 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 DrFloyd 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. PierNorthrop Park 1.60 • • • • • • 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. PierTourist Park 6.00 • • • • • • • Oakland Pk. Rd./Hwy. 32 S.

OTHER FACILITIESRalph Engelstad Arena • • • • • 3rd St./Brooks Ave.Huck Olson Mem. Civic Ctr. • • • • • 3rd St./ Brooks Ave.

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For a more detailed map contact the Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau at 218-686-9785.

The Thief River Falls area offers two groomed cross-country ski trails. One trail follows along the Thief River. The other is located in the Greenwood Trails Recreation Area.

• Both trails include wooded areas and small hills. • Rental equipment available.

Check www.visittrf.com for more information on Moonlight Ski events. Contact the Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau at 218-686-9785 for additional information.

Map Legend Parks Snowmobile Trails

1 Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau/Travel Information Center/ Chamber of Commerce

2 City Hall

3 Pennington County Courthouse

4 Ralph Engelstad Arena, Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center & Fairgrounds

5 Multi-Events Center

6 Thief River Falls Regional Airport

7 Thief River Falls Public Library

8 Sanford Medical Center


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.

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ARTSNORTHLAND COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE • J-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E, Thief River Falls 1-800-959-6282 • www.northlandcollege.edu Ad pg. 53 Northland Community and Technical College and the Thief River Falls Community Arts Council present productions each year, ranging from one-act plays to musicals. Each production is shown at the Northland Community & Technical College Theater on the Thief River Falls campus.

THIEF RIVER FALLS AREA COMMUNITY THEATER • J-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E, Thief River Falls Northland College Theater www.trfact.org • Ad pg. 23 Don’t miss some of the best theater around! Our 2015 schedule includes: May 19-21 “Hometown Talent Show,”June 22-27 “Hello Dolly,” July 20-23 “The Nerd,”August 4-6 “Seussical the Musical.” The arts are alive and well in Thief River Falls.

THIEF RIVER FALLS CONCERT ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 312, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 218-681-4450The 2015 schedule includes: February 15“Suschan Wind Quintet,” April 30 “The Fabulous Limeliters,” and May 16 “Six Appeal.”

The Fantasticks, Thief River Falls Area Community Theater


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sBOWLINGFAMILY BOWL & LOUNGE • B-13 906 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1270

CASINOSSEVEN CLANS CASINO, THIEF RIVER FALLS 20595 Center St. E., Thief River Falls 8 miles S. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59 218-681-4062 • 1-800-881-0712 • Ad pg. 6So many ways to play! Great food. Exciting casino floor with over 700 slot machines, 6 blackjack tables and 3 Texas Hold’em poker tables. Join Players Club for awesome 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!

CONVENTION & EVENTS FACILITIESAMERICINN LODGE & SUITES • N-14 1920 U.S. 59, Thief River Falls 218-681-4411 • Ad pg. 28 www.americinn.com/hotels/mn/thiefriverfallsEvent and meeting room available to rent for 25 people.

C’MON INN • L-12 1586 U.S. 59, Thief River Falls 218-681-3000 • Ad pg. 27 www.cmoninn.com/thiefriverfallsEvent and meeting room available for rent for 50 people.

GRANDSTAY HOTEL & SUITES • A-15 1031 Wendt Dr., Thief River Falls • 218-681-9988 Ad pg. 28 www.grandstayhospitality.comEvent and meeting room available to rent from 12-9 p.m. for 65 people.

HERITAGE CENTER • F-8 301 4th St. E., Thief River Falls 218-681-2793Event and meeting room available to rent for 100-120 people.

MULTI-EVENTS CENTER (MEC) • L-6 1101 Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls • Located next to NCTC 1-800-959-6282, Ext. 8611This recreational-athletic events complex includes Lowell 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 College, City of Thief River Falls Parks and Recreation Department, and School District #564. For more information or to schedule an event, call the number above.

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. Since its early years as a rural community hub, Thief River Falls has grown and prospered to become an important regional economic hub.

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 out the Events Calendar (beginning on page 10) for a schedule of special activities at the village.

Pennington County Fair

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NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY • D-12 250 Emil St. & Arnold Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-0924

QUALITY INN • A-15 1060 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-7555 • Ad pg. 29

Big city style with small town atmosphere. From accommodations to dining, Quality Inn cares for your needs. Clean, comfortable, newly remodeled 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.

RALPH ENGELSTAD ARENA/HUCK OLSON MEMORIAL CIVIC CENTER • B-8 Hwy. 59 N., Thief River Falls P.O. Box 528 • 218-681-2183 218-681-2519 for rental information www.reatrf.com Ad inside front cover

The Ralph Engelstad Arena and Huck Olson Memorial Civic Center provide Thief River Falls over 140,000 sq. ft. for multi-sport activities, shows, events, concerts, consumer shows, banquets, receptions and corporate meetings. Features 2 ice sheets, basketball floor, on site catering kitchen and 12 locker rooms.

In 2012, the mayor of Thief River Falls issued a proclamation declaring the week of May 17th to be Norwegian Heritage Week in recognition of the city’s distinction as the “most Norwegian city in America.” According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost 50% of city residents are of Norwegian ancestry.

The Sons of Norway Snorre Lodge #70 served as the impetus behind the proclamation and each year plan a week of festivities and activities designed to increase understanding of our Norwegian heritage, arts, culture and traditions.

Seven Clans Casino

Thrills for the entire family!

The FUN will send you over the top!

Featuring: Kickoff Parade on Wednesday, Huge Midway, PBR Bullride, Exhibits, Grandstand Acts, Demo Derby, Free Bandshell Entertainment, Bingo, Huge Raffle, Fireworks and Chainsaw Sculpturing.

Pennington County FairJuly 15-19, 2015

www.penningtoncountyfair.com

Celebrating 114 years!

Thunder on Hooves • July 15-19Featuring: the Top Bull Riders in the World sanctioned by the PBR

www.thunderonhooves.com

Bull riding at its best!


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DAY TRIPSAGASSIZ VALLEY AUDUBON SANCTUARY 27453 190th St. N.W., Warren, MN 56762 24 miles W. of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 1 218-745-5663

Trails open year round during daylight hours. 440 acres of wildlife habitat and fields on the Ancient Lake Agassiz beach ridge.

AGASSIZ DUNES 450th St. S.W ., Fertile, MN 1 mi. S. and .5 mi. W. of Fertile on Sand Hill Rd. 218-739-7576 www.dnr.state.mn.us/snas/detail.html?id=sna00972

Preserved 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.

AGASSIZ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 22996 290th St. NE., Middle River, MN 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/refuge/agassiz/

Explore the refuge’s 61,500 acres of diverse plant and animal life. Franklin’s Gull, Bitterns, 17 species of Eastern 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. Office open at 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., excluding federal holidays. For more information visit the refuge website or email us.


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BERGESON GARDENS 4177 Co. Rd. 1 Fertile, MN 56540 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. www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/sft00005/index.htmlThe Beltrami Island State Forest has over 700,000 acres of forest with a wide variety of animals and birds including: Great Gray Owl, Northern Hawk Owl, Boreal Owl, Spruce Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Three-toed Woodpecker, Connecticut Warbler and 16 other breeding species of Warblers.

CITY OF MIDDLE RIVER P.O. Box 57, Middle River, MN 56737 218-222-3608 Ad pg. 25Just 20 minutes north of Thief River Falls, we’re the “Great Little Town with a Great Big Heart”! As the goose capital of Minnesota, we’re located next to the Agassiz and Thief Lake Refuges, with an annual Goose Festival in September. See our ad for our many great amenities!

FERTILE SAND HILLS/ WEST HILL RECREATION AREA 400 Summit Ave. S.W., Fertile, MN 56540 One mile west of Fertile 218-945-3129 aelcfertile.org/Self-guided nature trail highlighting the unique sand dune formations, oak savanna and native prairie of remnant 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 17788 349th St. S.E., Erskine, MN 56535 218-687-2229 www.fws.gov/refuge/glacial_ridge/ [email protected] partnership of nearly 30 organizations, this is the largest 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 viewing 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 additional public use opportunities are being developed over the next few years.

HAYES LAKE STATE PARK 48990 Co. Rd. 4, Roseau, MN 56751 • 218-425-7504 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/hayes_lake/index.htmlHayes 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 snowmobiling. 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.

HOBO HAUS BAR & GRILL 106 S. Main St., Newfolden, MN 218-874-8111 • Ad pg. 34Located 17 miles north of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59.

MINNESOTA’S HISTORIC NORTHWEST www.mnhistoricnw.orgMinnesota’s Historic Northwest is a consortium of museums whose members collaborate to promote regional history. They advocate for common needs and work together to improve standards and develop best practices within the museum community of Northwest Minnesota. For information on each musuem visit the Minnesota Historic Northwest website.

OLD MILL STATE PARK 33489 20th Ave. N.W., Argyle, MN 56713 • 218-437-8174 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/old_mill/index.htmlOpen 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. Pioneer cabin, hiking, camping and swimming.

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 Area Yellow Rail, Le Conte’s Sparrow, Sandhill Crane, Greater Prairie Chicken, Sharp-tailed Grouse.

PETERS MUSEUM 112 1st Ave, Viking, MN 56760 • 218-523-3751 Best Kept Secret in Marshall County. Stop in to see a great collection ranging from John Deere tractors to Kate Smith’s cookbook. Open any time by appointment or just stop in.

ROSEAU BOG OWL MANAGEMENT UNIT Roseau, MN 56751 N. of Roseau on State Hwy. 310 • 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 17788 349th St. S.E., Erskine, MN 56535 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. Excellent 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 system is open daily from sunrise to sunset and the visitors 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 watching, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Interpretive programs are held on Sunday afternoons throughout the summer.

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May 19-21 Hometown

Talent ShowJune 22-27

Hello DollyJuly 20-23

The NerdPerformances held at the

Northland College Theater at 7 p.m.

Thief River Falls Area Community Theater www.trfact.org

Fun for the whole family!2015 Historic Northwest Minnesota Museum History Hunt1. Visit at least 10 participating sites between May 25 and September 5, 2015.

2. Pick up a History Hunt form at any of the participating sites, or download form at www.mnhistoricnw.org and answer the questions.

3. Turn in your completed form to win a small prize from the final site you visit.

Minnesota’s Historic Northwest

Becker County Museum 714 Summit Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 218-847-2938 www.beckercountyhistory.org

Beltrami County History Center 130 Minnesota Ave. S.W. Bemidji, MN 56601 218-444-3376 www.beltramihistory.org

Clearwater County Museum 164 First St. W., Shevlin, MN 56676 218-785-2000

East Polk Heritage Center Hwy. 2 E., Fosston, MN 56542 218-435-6119 • 218-435-1959

Goodridge Area Historical Museums 12261 300th Ave. N.E. Goodridge, MN 56725 218-378-4385 or 218-378-4690

Kittson County Museum 332 E. Main St. Lake Bronson, MN 56734 218-754-4100 http://kittsonhistorian.ning.com/ [email protected]

Lake of the Woods County Museum 119 8th Ave. S.E. Baudette, MN 56623 218-634-1299 lakeofthewoodshistoricalsociety.com

Marshall County Historical Society 808 E. Johnson Ave. Warren, MN 56762 218-745-4803

Norman County Museums Log Cabin Museum: Hwy. 200 W., Ada, MN 56510 Shelly Museum: One block off Hwy. 75, Shelly, MN 56581 218-556-0122 [email protected]

Oklee Historical Society 2nd & Main, Oklee, MN 56742 218-796-5183

Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village 825 Oakland Park Rd. Thief River Falls, MN 56671 218-681-5767

Polk County Museum 719 E. Robert St. Crookston, MN 56716 218-281-1038

Roseau County Museum Roseau City Center 121 Center St. E., Ste. 101 Roseau, MN 56751 218-463-1918 www.roseaucohistoricalsociety.org

Sand Hill Settlement Hwy. 220 W., Climax, MN 56523 218-857-2455 www.shshs.org

Tri River Pioneer Museum 271 Central Ave. E., Plummer, MN 56748 218-681-6166

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THIEF LAKE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA 42280 240th Ave. N.E., Middle River, MN 56737 218-222-3747

Primitive camping in designated areas. 55,000 acres of wildlife habitat, including marshes, forests, brushlands, and prairie. Wildlife, present seasonally, include waterfowl 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.

EVENTSMARSHALL COUNTY FAIR P.O. Box 176, Warren, MN 56762 218-745-4445 www.marshallcountyfair.org Ad pg. 19

July 22-26, 2015. The free gate Marshall County Fair is what you think an old-time county fair should be–4H, 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 • B-8 www.penningtoncountyfair.com Ad pg. 20

Don’t miss the Pennington County Fair. It’s bigger and better than ever and it’s 114 years old. The fair takes place July 15-19, 2015 in Thief River Falls. Todd Armstrong shows on the midway, P.B.R. Bull Ride, exhibits, other grandstand acts, demo derby, parade, bingo, raffle and free bandshell entertainment. See you at the fair! RIVERFEST • D-12 Hartz Park, Thief River Falls 218-681-3720 www.trfriverfest.com

July 31-August 2, 2015. This colorful community festival features talented crafters, rockin’ live music, a terrific BBQ cook-off and an exciting kayak race.

THUNDER ON HOOVES BULL RIDE • B-8 Pennington County Fairgrounds, Thief River Falls Ad pg. 20 www.thunderonhooves.com

July 15-19, 2015. 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!

LIBRARYTHIEF RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY • D-10 102 First St. E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4325 www.nwrlib.orgYour local public library is a great place to enjoy community resources and entertainment. 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. Story time every Tues. at 9:30 a.m. and Thurs. at 6:45 p.m.

LOUNGES/CLUBSAMERICAN LEGION POST 117 THIEF RIVER FALLS • B-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.

THE DAWG HOUSE • N-14 1907 US Hwy. 59, Thief River Falls 218-681-7416 • Ad pg. 31Nightly drink specials and happy hour daily noon-6 p.m. Always a great bar menu with daily specials. Full menu and breakfast available seven days a week, call for take-out.

MINIATURE GOLFFALLS STAY & PLAY • DD-7 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • Ad pg. 318-hole mini golf course with water feature.

MOVIE THEATERSFALLS CINEMA • O-16 15469 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • Ad pg. 25 www.falls-cinema.comCome enjoy a movie with us! Experience our NEW Digital Picture and 7.1 Digital Sound. Showtimes Mon.-Thurs. 7 p.m.; Fri. 7 &10 p.m.; Sat. 1,4,7 & 10 p.m.; Sun. 1, 4, & 7 p.m.

MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITESBLACK CAT SPORTS BAR & GRILL • A-15 1080 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8910 www.blackcattrf.com • Ad pg. 32 Over 40 years of Arctic Cat® memorabilia and the history of snowmobiling in Thief River Falls.

CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY • E-9 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls (MN Hwy. 32) A city historical site, dedicated in 1914.

EAST POLK HERITAGE CENTER 910 Hilligoss Blvd. S.E., Fosston, MN 56542 Along Hwy. 2 in Fosston 218-435-6136 • 218-435-1313 The center is full of early days memorabilia from northwestern Minnesota. Established in 1986, it is open Fri. and Sun. from Memorial to Labor Day from 1:30-4:30 p.m. and Sat. from May to Labor Day 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

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 weekend in August, there are various craft demonstrations, old-time wheat threshing demonstrations, concessions, antique tractor pull, a threshers breakfast, country dinner, general store and more.

OLD CROSSING TREATY MONUMENT Red Lake Falls, MN 56750This monument is a bronze life-sized figure of a Chippewa Indian holding a peace pipe. The monument was erected in 1932 by the U.S. Government to commemorate the signing of a peace treaty with the Chippewa Indians in 1863.

PEDER ENGELSTAD PIONEER VILLAGE • C-13 Located at 825 Oakland Park Road 218-681-5767 • Ad pg. 21The village has 19 buildings, including a museum, Victorian 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, MN 218-782-3041 www.mnhistoricnw.org/museums/county-museums/polk-county/Restored Pioneer Village, wildflower gardens and berries.

POLK COUNTY MUSEUM 719 E. Robert St., Crookston, MN 56716 218-281-1038 www.mnhistoricnw.org/museums/county-museums/polk-county/ 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. Open 12-4 p.m. from Memorial Day-2nd week in September.

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sSORENSON GALLERY 403 N. Foss Ave., Fosston, MN 56542 218-435-1320 • larl.org/Local and regional art exhibits are changed each month in this intimate gallery located within the public library. Open Mon., Wed., and Fri. from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tues. and Thurs. from 12-8 p.m., and Sat. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

SOO LINE R.R. DEPOT & STEAM LOCOMOTIVE #1024 • F-8 405 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 Register 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 Depot 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 Locomotive 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., Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Featuring eight store fronts, the museum 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.

PARKSSee page 16 for park information.

TOURS

AGASSIZ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 22996 290th St. N.E., Middle River, MN 56737 See directions under “Day Trips” pg. 21 218-449-4115 • www.fws.gov/refuge/agassizEarly 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 contacting the refuge office.

ARCTIC CAT INC. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., in Thief River Falls • 218-681-8558 www.arcticcat.com • Ad inside back cover Arctic Cat Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures and markets snowmobiles, ATVs and Side by Sides under the Arctic Cat brand name, as well as related parts, garments and accessories. Tours offered at 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. 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 • Ad pg. 4 & 5 Shipping more than 3.3 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 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. These tours are free of charge and approximately one hour in length.

GOODRIDGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, INC. 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.

NORTHLAND COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE • J-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls 1-800-959-6282 For tours call 218-683-8552 www.northlandcollege.edu Ad pg. 53 Northland Community and Technical College invites prospective students, families, and friends to join us for a tour of our modern campuses and facilities!

A Great Little Town with a GREAT BIG ❤!

Just 20 minutes north of Thief River Falls!

THEGoose Capital of Minnesota!

Home of the Annual Goose Festival at the end of September!

Middle River Community Club

P.O. Box 57 Middle River

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• Walking/Biking Path• City Campground

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CAMPGROUNDSPETRO PUMPER • DD-7 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • Ad pg. 3New 75-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. 32 218-964-5257 or 218-689-2474 for reservationsSurrounded 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. Year round information 218-681-2519 In Summer only 218-684-1020 for reservations Ad inside front coverOverlooking the lower Red Lake River and Hartz Park, Thief River Falls Tourist Park has 16 full hook-ups, 56 electrical sites, with cable, free wi-fi and unlimited camping areas. Handicap accessible bathhouse with free showers. Dump station located nearby.

VOYAGEUR’S VIEW CAMPGROUND & TUBING 1/2 mile North of Red Lake Falls on Co. Rd. 13 218-253-4329 • www.voyageursview.com Ad pg. 21 142 campsites, including 50 RV sites with water and electrical. Special family camping rates Sun.-Thurs.

CAR RENTALTHIEF RIVER FALLS HERTZ • F-19 13766 Airport Dr., Thief River Falls 218-681-4111 • 1-800-654-3131 • Ad pg. 28Area’s only car rental with daily, weekly or monthly rates.

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AMERICINN LODGE & SUITES • N-14 1920 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4411• www.americinn.com • Ad pg. 28 Rated the area’s finest hotel on Trip Advisor! We are proud to provide the amenities you want most and deliver them at the highest level possible starting with comfortable, quieter guestrooms. Wake up each morning to our free, hot, home-style breakfast and stay connected with free high-speed wireless internet.

CEDAR LODGE • D-6 1010 N. Main Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6800 • cedarlodgetrf.com • Ad pg. 29Our family lodge is the perfect place to stay whether you’re here on business or traveling with your family. Here at Cedar Lodge, we pride ourselves on offering you clean affordable lodging that comes with a wide range of amenities. Receive additional savings with the discounts that we offer for extended stays.

C’MON INN • L-12 1586 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (next to the Sanford Health Care Clinic) 218-681-3000 • 1-800-950-8111 • www.cmoninn.com • Ad this pg.Our spacious rooms are ideal for the business or pleasure traveler. Featuring a large indoor pool/jacuzzi, jacuzzi suites, 42” plasma TVs in all rooms, 2,000 gallon salt-water aquarium, free hot breakfast and HBO. Meeting room holds up to 50. Close to great restaurants/shopping. You’ll soon discover why we say C’mon Inn.

GRANDSTAY HOTEL & SUITES • A-15 1031 Wendt Dr., Thief River Falls • 218-681-9988 • 1-888-805-9162 www.grandstayhospitality.com • Ad pg. 28Now open! The all new GrandStay Hotel & Suites has a host of accommodations and amenities ideal for leisure and business trips. Guests can upgrade to a whirlpool king or one-bedroom suite equipped with a kitchenette, perfect for families and extended stay travelers.

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T-59 MOTEL • K-10 1510 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-2720 • www.t59moteltrf.com Ad pg. 29 Located close to shops and restaurants. Owner operated to give that personal touch. We have reasonably priced rooms

and Free Wireless Internet. Refrigerators and microwaves 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 Ad pg. 6Bring 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.

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BLACK CAT SPORTS BAR & GRILL • A-15 1080 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8910 Ad pg. 32 • www.blackcattrf.com

The Black Cat is the first of its kind with a special theme featuring Arctic Cat® snowmobile memorabilia. Our hand pattied burgers are really the best! Back room available for meetings, parties, team dinners, etc. Call for take-out and catering available. Full menu delivery. See our website for full menu.

CUP@JOE’Z COFFEE SHOP & SMOOTHIES • C-8 315 Duluth Ave. N., Thief River Falls (Located in Kezar Music) 218-681-2148 • Ad pg. 39 www.kezarmusic.com

Coffee of the day, espresso, cappuccino, latte and snack bar.

DAIRY QUEEN OF THIEF RIVER FALLS • C-12 Hwy. 32 W., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3007 Ad pg. 33

DOMINO’S PIZZA • B-9 Across from Ralph Engelstad Arena 218-681-6000 • Ad pg. 34

Delivery, carryout, large group orders. Call ahead and we’ll have your pizza ready after the game or your event.

EL POTRO • N-13 1845 Hwy. 59, Thief River Falls • 218-681-0644 • Ad pg. 33

Authentic fresh made Mexican food in a festive, colorful atmosphere. We have a NEW menu of traditional platters, desserts and margaritas at a great price. Come and enjoy a little piece of Mexico. Open seven days a week! Dine-in

and carry-out. Mon.-Thurs. & Sun. 11 a.m.- 9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

ERL’S GAS & GROCERIES • E-6 103 E. 8th St., Thief River Falls 218-681-4627 Ad pg. 39 The best homemade pizza and broasted chicken in town! Fast food area too!

EVERGREEN EATING EMPORIUM • C-12 700 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-3138 • Ad pg. 31 www.evergreeneating.comNorthwest Minnesota’s finest dining. Scrumptious food in an English tudor-style setting. The best choice for that special occasion or join us in our quaint pub. Banquets, private parties and off-premises catering. Wireless internet.

HOBO HAUS BAR & GRILL 106 S. Main St., Newfolden, MN • 218-874-8111 Ad pg. 34Steaks, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Fresh Burgers and Hobo Dinner. Open Tues.-Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. Located 17 miles north of Thief River Falls on Hwy. 59.

JEFF’S KITCHEN • B-8 Located at American Legion Post 117 324 Brooks Ave., Thief River Falls 218-681-7034 • Ad pg. 33Mon.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. Featuring a full and expanded menu. Sat. burgers 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

MCDONALD’S • L-11 1547 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-681-6770 • Ad pg. 33Teams and buses welcome.

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PENNINGTON MAIN • E-10 220 Main Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8888 • Ad pg. 38No order too large. Hot Stuff Pizza, sandwiches, breakfast menu, open 24 hours.

PENNINGTON SQUARE • F-10 100 Pennington Ave., Thief River Falls (1st St. & Pennington Ave) 218-681-4552 • Ad pg. 38Home of the 52” Big Stuff Pizza. Hot Stuff Pizza, sandwiches and breakfast menu. Open 6 a.m.-11p.m.

PETRO PUMPER • DD-7 17107 Hwy. 59 N., junction with Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • Ad pg. 3Roadrunner Pizza & Deli. Eat in or take out. Great for picnics or teams. Lunch Buffet Mon.-Fri. Check out our new pet wash!

PIZZA HUT • N-13 1809 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1306 • Ad pg. 33Families, groups and teams welcome. Eat-in, carry-out or delivery.

SCHOONER BAR & GRILL • E-9 212 2nd St. E., Thief River Falls 218-681-4500 • Ad pg. 33Fresh, never frozen beef. Liquor and beer available. 1919 Root Beer, orange & root beer floats and exceptional onion rings. Open 7 days a week: Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-1 a.m., Sun. noon-midnight.

ST. HILAIRE BAR & GRILL 215 Broadway (Hwy. 32), St. Hilaire, MN • 218-964-5220Only six miles south of Thief River Falls. Great burgers and daily specials. Take out available. Children welcome.

Black Cat Sports Bar & Grill

Steak • Chicken Ribs • Seafood

The perfect place for your banquets, private parties, and all your catering needs!

700 Hwy. 32 S. Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3138

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THE DAWG HOUSE SPORTS BAR & EATERYFull menu & breakfast available 7 days a week!Restaurant & Bar Weekly Specials:• Sunday: Breakfast Buffet 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Tuesday: Buck Burgers, 25¢ Wings, & $10 Beer Towers 5-10 p.m.

• Thursday: 25¢ Wings & $10 Beer Towers 5-10 p.m.

• Saturday: Prime Rib Dinner 5-10 p.m.

1907 US Hwy. 59 S. Thief River Falls

Take-out available! FREE Delivery!218-681-7416

Jill’s Big Dawg Soup & Salad Bar 7 Days

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SUNDANCE DINING • A-15 1586 Hwy. 32 S., Thief River Falls (Located in the Quality Inn) 218-681-7555 Ad pg. 29 & 33You’ll find casual, yet contemporary cuisine served in a comfortable restaurant and bar. Menu is chef-inspired, including unique appetizers and entrees. Dinner in a lively setting.

THE DAWG HOUSE • N-14 1907 US Hwy. 59, Thief River Falls 218-681-7416 Ad pg. 31Full menu and breakfast available seven days a week. Sunday breakfast buffet, Tuesday Buck Burgers & 25¢ Wings, Thursday 25¢ Wings, Saturday Prime Rib Dinner. Nightly drink specials and happy hour daily noon-6 p.m. Take-out available. Once you’re here, you’re in it!

COFFEEWIRED BEAN • K-10 1525 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (Located next to Super One) • 218-683-5112 derek80.wix.com/wiredbeancoffeehouse • Ad pg. 33

Where friends come to meet in Thief River Falls! Terrific locally-roasted coffees, lattés, mochas, teas, smoothies, Italian sodas, soup, sandwiches and pastries. Free Wi-Fi.

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Jeff’s KitchenAt American Legion Post 117

324 Brooks Ave., Thief River Falls218-681-7034

Check Out Our Diverse Menu!

Steaks Broiled Shrimp

Walleye Chicken

Mon.-Sat. 5-10 p.m.

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• Play miniature golf or take a spin on a go-kart at Falls Stay n’ Play

• Go bird watching at the Thief River Falls Treatment Ponds & Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge

• Golf 18 holes at the Thief River Golf Club

• Go tubing at Voyageur’s View

• Step back in time at Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village

• Pitch a tent at the Tourist Park

• Go biking or hiking in the Greenwood Trails Recreation Area

• Rent a kayak or paddle board at Family Time Racquetball & Fitness

• Take a dip at Franklin Pool or LaFave Park’s public swimming beach

• Play Frisbee golf, basketball, tennis or sand volleyball at one of the city parks

• Watch a softball, baseball or soccer game at the MEC

• Go fishing off the Fishing Pier

• Go bird watching at the Thief River Falls Treatment Ponds & Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge

• Go snowmobiling on the scenic groomed snowmobile trails

• Rent snowshoes at Family Time Racquetball & Fitness

• Try snowshoeing or go for a nature walk on the Greenwood Trails

• Go cross country skiing on the river from Red Robe Park to the Thief River Falls Golf Club or on the Greenwood Trails

• Lace up your ice skates at one of two outdoor skating rinks or the Ralph Engelstad Arena

• Go ice fishing on the Red Lake & Thief River

• Go sledding on the hill behind the Armory

• Take a tour of the Ralph Engelstad Arena, Arctic Cat, Inc. & Digi-Key Corporation

• Go bowling at Family Bowl

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An envelope-style sheet that fits securely on a play yard mattress, tight, secure, and SAFE! High-quality fabrics with a universal fit, approved for use in licensed daycares. Great for travel and baby gifts-order yours today! Coming soon-Peter Michael’s Posh Organics!

ARCTIC CAT INC. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8558 www.arcticcat.com Ad inside back cover

Arctic Cat Inc., the proud manufacturer of Arctic Cat snowmobiles, ATVs and Side by Sides.

BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS • E-9 212 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-3100 Ad pg. 41

Unique casual clothing, beautiful bridal gowns, tuxes, bridesmaids, promwear, jewelry, shoes, accessories. “Come visit us. We’d love to work with you.”

DIAMONDS & DESIGNS • E-9 207 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-1490 • 1-888-834-2436 • Ad pg. 41

Jewelry designers: Mark Michael, SA Gems, Fingerprint, and more. Collectible figurines: LLadro and Mavado & ESQ Swiss watches, Seiko watches & clocks, Pulsar, Citizen watches. Giftwear by Peggy Karr, iittala, Crystal and much more, including Norwegian and baby gifts.

ERL’S GAS & GROCERIES • E-6 103 E. 8th St., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4627 Ad pg. 39

Your 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-9 316 3rd St. E.,Thief River Falls (At the corner of Hwy. 59 and Atlantic Ave.) 218-681-1992 • Ad pg. 21

Known throughout the area as the most complete full-service liquor store in northwestern Minnesota. We feature an outstanding selection of wine and spirits. Plus the largest selection of cold beer. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is ready to serve you.

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KEZAR MUSIC CO. • C-8 Your full line music store 315 Duluth Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-2148 • Cell 218-681-1141 www.kezarmusic.com • Ad pg. 39 Lessons, sales, rental, recording studio and instrument repairs. Buy • Sell • Trade

LEGENDS SPORTING GOODS • F-9 212 Atlantic Ave., Thief River Falls 218-681-1006 • legendsathletics.com Ad pg. 44 As 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 leasing 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.

NORTHERN LIGHTS BOOK STORE • E-9 208 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-8242 • Ad pg. 41Northern 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 ordinary store! The Book Store was created to provide meaningful work opportunities for persons with mental disabilities. Come and experience the magic. Free Internet Cafe!

NORTHLAND COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE • J-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls 1-800-959-6282 www.northlandcollege.edu Ad pg. 53 The 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 • Ad pg. 13Look 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 • Ad pg. 38Centrally 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.

PENNINGTON SQUARE • F-10 1st St. & Pennington Ave., Thief River Falls 218-681-4552 • Ad pg. 38Friendliest place in town. Open 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Touchless car wash, ATM and “pay at the pump”.

PETRO PUMPER • DD-7 Hwy. 59 N. and Hwy. 1, Thief River Falls 218-681-3546 • Ad pg. 3Open 24 hours. Gas, diesel and groceries. Check out our new pet wash!

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PURDY’S SHOE STORE • E-9 209 LaBree Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2608 • 1-800-511-5759 [email protected] • Ad pg. 41

Discover 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. No sales tax on clothing or shoes!

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Homecooking and a great selection of antiques in Viking, MN! Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sat. 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m.

www.vikingdiner.com

218-523-6082

“Potato Dumplings

Every Friday!”

218-681-2148 • Cell 218-688-1141 www.kezarmusic.com • [email protected]

BUY • SELL • TRADELESSONS • RENTALINSTRUMENT REPAIRRECORDING STUDIO

Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. • Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Coffee of the Day• Espresso• Snack Bar

315 Duluth Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 56701

Full Line Music Store Since 1922!

The Convenience Store With More!

Your First Stop In Thief River Falls!CHECK OUT OUR FAST-FOOD AREA!

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

ATM machine • Old fashioned ice cream conesSnowmobile oil, plugs and belts

Snowmobile Trail Stamps

218-681-4627

Minnesota State Lottery Games!

Corner of Hwy. 1 & 32 or located at convenience corner, 8th & Main.

Redeem Your Thief River Community Card

for Gas Discounts!

RV SPORTS • AA-9 1412 3rd St. W., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1007 1-800-826-5403 • www.rvsports.com • Ad pg. 45Dealer for Arctic Cat snowmobiles, ATVs, and Prowler or Wildcat side-by-sides. Also Honda motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, generators, off-road cycles, and Pioneer side-by-sides. Parts, clothing, and accessories for powersports enthusiasts.

SANFORD THIEF RIVER FALLS PHARMACY • M-13 3001 Sanford Parkway., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2725 www.sanfordhealth.org Sanford provides convenient pharmacy services within the clinic and medical center or the drive-thru to fill your prescriptions.

SUSY’S SEWING CORNER • F-9 212 Atlantic Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1006 susyssewingcorner.com • Ad pg. 44Thief River Falls’ only sewing and quilt shop with a wide variety of fabrics and accessories for quilters.

THE CURIOSITY SHOP • E-9 224 LaBree Ave N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-0270 www.thecuriosityshoptrf.com • Ad pg. 40 9,000 sq. ft. of unique, out-of-the-ordinary shop offering quality, service and affordable prices! Quality yarn & quilting materials, themed home décor, beading, gourmet foods, women’s accessories, bath and body, custom gift baskets, a full craft supply store, conservation custom framing, plus arts and crafts classes.

WALMART • N-12 1755 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-683-3643 • Ad pg. 38Save money, live better! Household goods, toys, electronics, hardware, jewelry, sporting goods, clothing, groceries, and more!

ANTIQUES VIKING DINER & ANTIQUES 105 S. Main St., Viking, MN • 218-523-6082 www.vikingdiner.com • Ad this pg.Home cooking just like Mom’s! Good food plus a great selection of antiques and collectibles. Open Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sat. 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m. Check out our website for summer hours. Terrific prices!

MASSAGE THE ZEN DEN • L-11 1571 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (Located in Family Time Racquetball & Fitness) 218-681-6709 • Ad pg. 45We offer full body massage, Hot Stone Massage, Raindrop/Aromatherapy, Reflexology, hypnotherapy and body waxing. Couples and groups welcome.


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Northern Lights Book StoreUsed Books

Used Household Items & MiscellaneousGently Used Clothing • Kids Area

Used Albums & CDs • Used VHS & DVDsBook Request Service

218-681-8242 Downtown

Thief River Falls

Find Comfort in books! “It’s a Magical Store”

Now accepting donations of the

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Weekdays 8 a.m.-6 p.m.Thursday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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

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218-681-2608 • 1-800-511-5759

Mon. 10 am-6 pm • Tues. 12 pm-6 pm Wed. 10 a.m.-6 pm • Thurs. 10 am-7 pm

Fri. 10 am-5:30 pm • Sat. 10 am-3 pm

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


One of our best attractions is the

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!

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BIRD WATCHINGSee Day Trips pg. 21, 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 pg. 43. 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, 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 56701.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Located west of Newfolden, MN. Old Mill State Park offers 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.

CITY OF THIEF RIVER FALLS TRAILS www.visittrf.comTwo groomed trails. One trail follows along the Thief River, and the Greenwood Trails are just outside of town. Both include wooded areas and small hills. Rental equipment available. See website for Moonlight Ski events.

CURLINGThief River Falls Curling Club • A-8 Hwy. 59 W., Thief River Falls 218-681-3202Bonspiels, league curling.

FISHING You’ll find excellent fishing year-round on the rivers with species including 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!

FITNESS CENTERFAMILY TIME RACQUETBALL & FITNESS • L-11 1571 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6709 Ad pg. 45 Weight room and Cross-Fit gym, plus racquetball, basketball, badminton, and wallyball courts.

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 Minnesota golf courses provide plenty of challenging opportunities for everyone, so head to one of our golf courses.

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nFOSSTON GOLF CLUB 32132 Hwy. 2 S.E., Fosston, MN 56542 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 • 218-281-1773Nine holes of golf, par 36. 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, MN 218-253-4423Nine hole, par 36. Grass greens located along the river. Club and cart rentals, on-site snacks.

OAK LAKE GOLF COURSE 23146 347th St. S.E., Erskine, MN 56535 Corner of Hwy. 2 & 59 218-687-4653

SANDHILL RIVER GOLF COURSE 44203 Hwy. 32 S., 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 13697 188th St. N.E., 1 mile N. on Hwy. 32, Thief River Falls 218-681-2955 • Coupon pg. 45 www.thiefrivergolfclub.comThe golf gem of northwest Minnesota. Play our beautiful 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.” Enjoy a round of golf along the beautiful Thief River.

Attention bird lovers! The Thief River Falls area is included in Minnesota’s FIRST and North America’s SECOND 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.

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, small mouth bass, crappies and a host of other species is great!

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

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 are all it takes. With parking lots on both sides of the river and a walkway on the east side, fishing 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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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, rentals, pro shop. Grass greens.

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 bonanza 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: Explore Minnesota 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. The city also has two outdoor ice skating rinks listed below. To receive the ice skating schedule, visit the Ralph Engelstad Arena website at www.reatrf.com.

NORTHRUP PARK • E-5 9th St./Labree Ave.

ENGELSTAD PARK • H-9 1st St./Crocker Ave.

INDOOR RECREATION FAMILY TIME RACQUETBALL CLUB & FITNESS • L-11 1571 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6709

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nPADDLEBOARDS & KAYAKSFAMILY TIME RACQUETBALL & FITNESS • L-11 1571 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-6709 • Ad this pg.Discover the fun of being on the river! Stand-up paddle board and kayak rentals, full or half days. Transportation and helpful instruction available. Fitness center includes weight room and Cross-Fit gym, plus racquetball, basketball, badminton and walleyball courts.

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 snowmobile 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 riders, 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 50 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 Products.” Plant tours are free of charge and offered weekdays at 1 p.m. (See Tours on page 25).

For trail maps and weekly snowmobile trail reports contact the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau, located at 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 56701. You may also call 218-686-9785 or log onto our website at www.visittrf.com.

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 pg. 17

GOODRIDGE/4G SNOWMOBILE TRAILS Connects with the Wapiti Trail system out of Thief River Falls, the Fourtown Trail system, the Riverland Trail System, Clearwater and Gully, etc.

Like history? Like nature? Then take a stroll down our delightful River Walk! 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 River Walk 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 River Walk was installed along the Red Lake River in Hartz Park, becoming one of the longest and most beautiful of the River Walk 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!

Become a Junior Ranger and earn your Ranger Badge!Children of all ages can earn a River Walk Junior Ranger Badge by completing a packet full of fun activities as they walk along the River Walk in Thief River Falls. A visit to Thief River Falls wouldn’t be complete without a stroll along the historic River Walk, which passes through nine city parks, and three forest trails along the Red Lake and Thief Rivers. Pick up a FREE River Walk Junior Ranger activity booklet at any Thief River Falls hotel front desk, meander the River Walk, fully complete the required activities in the booklet and return it to a local hotel front desk to recite your River Walk Junior Ranger pledge and receive your FREE Badge! It’s fun for the whole family! Happy Trailing!

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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, frequent sightings of wildlife.

SPORTING GOODS HUNTER’S OUTLET, INC. • D-9 206 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls 218-681-3030 • Ad pg. 44Over 2,000 firearms (new and used), ammo, muzzle loading, optics, bows & archery accessories with pro-staff services, deer stands & blinds, gun safes & cabinets, huge inventory of hunting and shooting accessories including apparel. YOUR OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS!

LEGENDS SPORTING GOODS • F-9 212 Atlantic Ave., Thief River Falls 218-681-1006 • legendsathletics.com • Ad pg. 44 Area’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 • Ad pg. 45Dealer for Arctic Cat snowmobiles, ATVs, and Prowler or Wildcat side-by-sides. Also Honda motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, generators, off-road cycles, and Pioneer side-by-sides. Parts, clothing, and accessories for powersports enthusiasts.

SWIMMINGFRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL INDOOR POOL • K-11 300 Spruce Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8065

PUBLIC BEACH AT LAFAVE PARK • H-8 Taft and Crocker Ave., Thief River Falls • 218-681-2519

TENNISENGELSTAD PARK • H-10 1st St. and Crocker Ave., Thief River Falls

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.

TUBINGVOYAGEUR’S VIEW CAMPGROUND & TUBING 18611 150th Ave. S.W., Red Lake Falls, MN 56750 (1/2 mile North of Red Lake Falls on Co. Rd. 13) 218-253-4329 www.voyageursview.com • Ad pg. 21

WALKING & MULTI-PURPOSE TRAILS RIVER WALK Thief River Falls, MN 56701 218-681-2519 • See page 45Many 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 Polk County Hwy. Dept 218-470-8253The 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 TRAILS RECREATION AREA • D-14 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.

Kacey Stromlund, Local Archery Champion

Kacey grew up rifle hunting and always wanted to learn how to shoot a bow. She fell in love with archery from the beginning and joined the TRF Archery Club. In the winter months, Kacey shoots in an indoor league and in an outdoor 3D league during the summer months. She enjoys competing in various Minnesota and North Dakota State Tournaments, as well as local shoots. In her first year, she placed 1st at the ND State Field Shoot, 2nd at the ND State 900 Round and 2nd at the ND State Indoor. She also scored 1st place at the 3D Shoot here in Thief River Falls! Kacey loves archery because it’s both challenging and relaxing, and she strives to always keep improving.

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You’ll find useful facts here about the area. For more information, contact the Thief River Falls Chamber of Commerce at

218-681-3720, log on to their website at www.trfchamber.com or contact the

Economic Development Director at 218-681-7387.

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AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTEVERGREEN IMPLEMENT • DD-7 1820 State Hwy 1 N.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-1131 • www.evergreenimplement.com • Ad pg. 48

We are your source for John Deere agricultural, turf, and commercial worksite products and equipment in northwestern Minnesota. We have four locations serving all of your equipment needs. We also handle a variety of other products for specialty agricultural applications.

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 necessary 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 [email protected]

We are a non-profit child care center that provides care and early education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

EDUCATIONTHIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT • E-11 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 51 Independent School District 564 is committed to

developing 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-11 230 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-681-8711 ext. 5228 www.trfeducationfoundation.com [email protected] Thief River Falls Education Foundation exists to promote innovative educational opportunities in School District #564 through partnerships involving alumni, parents, educators, businesses, and the greater community.

PRIVATE SCHOOLSST. BERNARD’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL • D-9 117 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-1539 Ad pg. 51Through worship, education and service, St. Bernard’s Catholic School assists students and families to grow in the love of Jesus Christ in a nurturing environment. We combine great teachers, a low student to teacher ratio, and the application of technology to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.

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-Kindergarten and all day Kindergarten through grade 12.

PUBLIC SCHOOLSCHALLENGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • H-19 Pennington Ave. and Cty. Rd. 61, Thief River Falls 218-681-2345Pre-school, Kindergarten-Grade 5.

FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL • K-11 300 Spruce Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8813Grades 6-8.

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• FREE Campus to Campus (Thief River Falls to East Grand Forks)

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City Bus 218-681-6760 Rural Bus 1-800-951-9363

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Call for other transportation needs!

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

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LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL • D-10 101 Knight Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-7432 Grades 9-12.

NORTHLAND COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE • J-6 1101 Hwy. 1 E., Thief River Falls • 1-800-959-6282 www.northlandcollege.edu • Ad pg. 53 Northland Community and Technical College has campuses 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 different programs and offers student life, fine arts, basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, and volleyball.

NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER • E-11 230 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8711Grades 9-12.

EMPLOYERSARCTIC CAT INC. • A-12 601 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-8558 www.arcticcat.com • Ad inside back cover Built Right, Right Here–It’s how Arctic Cat Snowmobiles, ATVs and Side by Sides are created with a shared belief found in every Arctic Cat employee. The Passion of an American company is how we build the greatest recreational vehicles! Please Share our Passion by taking a Factory Tour or visiting our gift shop, Mon.-Fri. at 1 p.m. For Employment opportunities, please visit our website.

DIGI-KEY CORPORATION • A-13 701 Brooks Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-6674 www.digikey.com • Ad pg. 4 & 5Digi-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 650+ manufacturers, shipping them to customers in more than 170 countries.

Travel Information Center is located in the Historic Carnegie Library

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JOBS, INC. • F-8 Offices in City Hall–the remodeled Soo Line Depot, 405 E. 3rd St., Thief River Falls [email protected] • Ad pg. 48

Jobs, Inc. is the catalyst for economic development activities 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 • Ad pg. 13

Area distributor of Anheuser-Busch. Also distributor of Chippewa Spring and Kandiyohi bottled water. Water machines and 5-gallon bottles available for home or office delivery. Kandiyohi is available with fluoride in 5 gallon 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 • 218-683-5583 [email protected] • Ad pg. 49Your one-stop printing and office supply store in Thief River Falls. We provide a full range of services and products, including commercial printing and email service. Free in-town delivery to conferences and meetings, quick turn-around, high speed copies, full color copies, binding and office supplies.

SJOBERG’S CABLE T.V. • D-8 315 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-3044 1-800-828-8808 • Ad pg. 49

THE TIMES • E-8 324 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4450 www.trftimes.com • Ad pg. 53

THIEF RIVER FALLS REGIONAL AIRPORT • South of F-19 13722 Airport Dr., Thief River Falls 3 mi. S. on County Hwy. 17 (Pennington Ave.)

Flight Reservations 1-800-554-5111 Flight Information 218-681-6688 Aircraft Maintenance 218-681-5585 Hertz Rentals 218-681-4111 www.trfairport.com Ad inside front coverThe Thief River Falls Regional Airport is a strong economic force by shipping over 1 million packages a year. It is also base to the nationally acclaimed Aviation Maintenance Program of Northland Community & Technical College.

FINANCIALBORDER STATE BANK • L-11 1528 Hwy 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-8085 www.borderstatebank.com • Ad pg. 53Border State provides 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, Badger, Roseau, and International Falls. ATM service available at Howard’s Cenex in Baudette. Welcome to the Northland, Home of Border State Bank, Community Banking at its Best!

NORTHERN STATE BANK Main Bank: 102 E. Third St. • E-8 Walk-in Branch: 214 E. Third St. • E-9 Hugo’s Market Branch: First St. & Pennington Ave. • F-10 www.nsbtrf.com • Ad pg. 51Northwestern 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 • Ad pg. 48Wells Fargo prides itself in being your one-stop local financial solutions store for personal, business or agricultural needs. Our experienced professional staff provides the outstanding personal service you deserve and expect, delivering the right Wells Fargo products and services that meet your needs. Member FDIC. Lobby Hours: M-F 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Drive-Up Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Joe Kezar, Owner of Kezar Music

Joe Kezar’s passion has always been to play music. Joe toured the country with his band for years before settling in Thief River Falls where he owns the local music store, Kezar Music. He offers instrument repair as well as music lessons; teaching his students how to play guitar, harmonica, violin, and drums is a joy.

Joe’s love for music began when he was four years old playing piano with his brothers and grandfather. At a young age, Joe got the opportunity to perform in NYC with his family band.

Visit Thief River Falls for your chance to see Joe play live with his bluegrass band, The Woodpicks. Joe’s love for playing music runs deep and is evident in all that he does.

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gGROUPS/ ORGANIZATIONSTHE PENNINGTON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 15598 Hwy. 59 N.E., Thief River Falls • P.O. Box 64 218-681-8045The Pennington County Humane Society is a non-profit organization which exists to promote 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 needing protection; to seek to return lost animals to their owners; to seek suitable homes for animals without owners.

THIEF RIVER FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • E-9 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3720 • [email protected] www.trfchamber.com • Ad this pg.Thief River Falls...where opportunities abound and an excellent quality of life is evident. Our city serves as a regional destination of business, retail, manufacturing, education, health care and many recreational and sporting activities. Our community believes families are the core of a great community! Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

HEALTH CARESANFORD THIEF RIVER FALLS MEDICAL CENTER • E-10 3001 Sanford Parkway, Thief River Falls 218-681-4240 • www.sanfordhealth.org Ad back coverSanford Thief River Falls is your integrated health partner providing in both the clinic and hospital setting. Sanford Medical Center Thief River Falls offers 24/7 Emergency Room services with doctors on site and provides full-service care for patients requiring medical stays.

SANFORD THIEF RIVER FALLS CLINIC • M-13 3001 Sanford Parkway, Thief River Falls 218-681-4747 • www.sanfordhealth.org Ad back coverOur comprehensive facility provides excellence in specialty and primary care with a walk-in clinic, same-day surgery center, pharmacy and integrated connection to the attached Sanford Medical Center. Same Day Care hours are: Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-5:45 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Sat. 9-11:45 a.m.

SANFORD THIEF RIVER FALLS EYE CENTER & OPTICAL • M-13 1720 Hwy. 59 S., Thief River Falls 218-683-3937 www.sanfordhealth.org Sanford provides general eye care for all ages. Optometrists provide routine eye exams and prescriptions for contact lenses and eyeglasses.

SANFORD WELLNESS CENTER THIEF RIVER FALLS • E-10 120 LaBree Ave. S., Thief River Falls 218-683-4367 www.sanfordhealth.org • Ad 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. Memberships available.

THIEF RIVER CARE CENTER • N-14 2001 Eastwood Dr., Thief River Falls 218-683-8100 • www.trcc.sfhs.org • Ad pg. 53Brand new state-of-the-art Care Center and a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. Private & split double rooms, spiritual care, full service rehabilitation, daily fun social activities, restaurant style dining. Medicare/Medicaid certified. EOE/AA.

Assisting Students & Families to

Grow in the Love of Jesus Christ.

www.stbernardsschooltrf.org218-681-1539 • 117 Knight Ave. N.

Making Business FUN!

102 Main Avenue North 218-681-3720

www.trfchamber.com

Member FDIC

Downtown and at Hugo’s MarketThief River Falls, MN 56701

www.nsbtrf.com

Thief River Falls Public Schools

Independent School District 564“A community Partnership Focused on Education”

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gINSURANCETHUNE INSURANCE NETWORK • O-14 2017 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls 218-681-1714 • www.thuneinsurance.com • Ad pg. 53

The largest agency in northwest Minnesota. We are your insurance and benefits partner for your commercial and personal needs. Operating in the TRF area for the past 80 years, we understand coverage unique to the region. As an independent agency with offices in TRF, Roseau, and Baudette, we represent over 25 companies to serve your specific insurance requirements.

REAL ESTATEANDERSON REALTY • D-7 601 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4087 1-800-861-4960 • www.trfrealty.com • Ad pg. 53

Maryel Anderson, Broker.

DIXIE HOARD–GREENBERG REALTY 12824 147th Ave. N.E., Thief River Falls • 218-686-2053 greenbergrealty.com • [email protected] • Ad pg. 49

More homes SOLD, more dreams delivered. Buyers DO NOT PAY for the valuable advice of a professional realtor. Contact me...I can SAVE you TIME and MONEY.

GENEREUX REALTY, INC. • D-11 304 Riverside S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-4663 • 1-800-447-0382 www.genereuxrealty.com • Ad pg. 53

The area leader for your real estate needs. Residential, hunting land, farm and commercial.

PREMIER ESTATES, INC. • D-11 503 Riverside Ave. S., Thief River Falls • 218-681-0304 102 A Main Ave. W., Fertile • 218-945-3700 www.premier-estates.net • Ad this pg.

Independently owned/operated and a member of MLS. Dedicated to providing you with service that is professional, courteous and responsive. Our mission is to offer state-of-the-art real estate services for our clients. Delivering real value and at the same time exceeding their expectations.

The Jefferson Highway was the first transcontinental road to traverse the North American continent from north to south, and it was possibly the first dedicated international highway in the world!

Named for President Thomas Jefferson, who acquired the highway land when he negotiated the Louisiana Purchase, the old Highway passed through Thief River Falls just west of the current Digi-Key site on Barzen Avenue. Today look for the designation signs!

Stretching from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, the Highway only existed as a named highway for a short period of time until the new standardized numbering system was instigated in the 1920s. It was also occasionally referred to as the Palm to Pine Highway by motorcades traveling to and from the sunny South to the great Northwoods.

Note: The above information was taken from a Thief River Falls Eagle Scout project created by Benjamin Beito.

For answers to your visitor needs, please contact the Thief River Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Travel Information Center ........................................... 218-681-3720

Pennington County Courthouse ................................. 218-683-7000

City Hall ......................................................................... 218-681-2943

Economic Development Director ............................... 218-681-7387

Parks & Recreation Department ................................. 218-681-2519

Tourist Information, Explore Minnesota Tourism ..................................... 1-800-657-3700

Towing Service & AAA ................................................. 218-681-2277

HERTZ ............................................................................ 218-681-4111 1-800-654-3131

Taxi ................................................................................. 218-681-6666

Community Bus – T.H.E.Bus ........................................ 218-681-6760

(Handicapped Accessible) .................................... or 1-800-584-7020

Super Highway Tours ................................................... 218-681-8115

Royal Limousine Service .............................................. 218-681-1222

Bergan Travel ................................................................ 218-681-4100

Ralph Engelstad Arena ................................................ 218-681-2183

Thief River Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau 102 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls

218-686-9785 • [email protected] • www.visittrf.com

Thief River Falls Office:503 Riverside Avenue South

218.681.0304

Kerri Flatland, Real Estate Broker218.688.0074 | [email protected]

Judy Wiseth, Real Estate Agent218.684.1207 | [email protected]

Linda Arnold, Real Estate Agent612.385.8860 | [email protected]

Fertile Office:102A Main Avenue West

218.945.3700

JanaDee Fuchs, Real Estate Agent701.371.6193 | [email protected]

Machelle Engelstad, Real Estate Agent218.280.0941 | [email protected]

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gSHIPPINGEZ PACK-N-SHIP • K-10 1525 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls (Located next to Super One) 218-683-5112 • Ad pg. 33

“Your Hometown Shipping Center.” FedEx shipping services available.

TRANSPORTATIONT.H.E. BUS City bus: 218-681-6760 • Rural bus: 800-951-9363 www.tvoc.org • Ad pgs. 48 & inside back cover Tri Valley Heartland Express provided by Tri Valley Transportation, use for work, school, medical appointments, plus more! Convenient recreation bus for kids in summer. FREE campus to campus for Northland College Students, $1.00 for home to campus. 24-hour notice encouraged!

218 u 681 u 17142017 Hwy. 59 S.E.

Thief River Falls, MN 56701

www.thuneinsurance.com

Your CommunitY

independent insuranCe partner

24/7 Full Service

Skilled Nursing Care in

Remarkable Settings

218-683-8100 • www.trcc.sfhs.org2001 Eastwood Drive, Thief River Falls, MN 56701

EOE/AA

The leader in Northwestern Minnesota Real Estate

RESIDENTIAL • HUNTING LAND • FARM • COMMERCIAL

681-HOME (4663) • 1-800-447-0382

304 Riverside S. (Hwy. 32 S.), Thief River Falls, MN 56701 • www.genereuxrealty.com

Don’t make a move without us!

218-681-4087 or1-800-861-4960

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Employer # Employed

Digi-Key Corporation .....................3000

Arctic Cat, Inc. ..................................1300

Sanford Health ..................................600

Thief River Falls School District ....................................450

Occupational Development Center, Inc. .........................................205

Northern Pride, Inc............................180

Northland Community & Technical College ...........................150

Walmart .............................................150

Pennington, County of .....................130

Hugo’s .................................................156

Thief River Falls, City of ...................................................87

for the City of Thief River Falls and the Surrounding Area

Cable TV Service Garden 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/GarbageGoodridge .....................................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) ............1-800-448-8260

Qwest (serving Thief River Falls)..1-800-244-1111

We’d like to welcome visitors and newcomers to join us for worship.

COMMUNITY CHURCH INTERNATIONAL• P-7 17042 160th Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-2285 www.communitychurchintl.org [email protected]: Wed. 6:30 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.

EPIPHANY STATION • D-8 403 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-683-5237 www.epiphanystation.comWorship: Saturday 6 p.m. (during school year), Sunday 9:30 & 11 a.m.

OUR SAVIOUR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH-AFLC • N-13 2075 Hwy. 59 S.E., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4643 www.oursavioursaflctrf.comWorship: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. (Sept.-May) Wednesday: 6 p.m. Kids Klub (Sept.-May), 6:30 p.m. Youth & Adult Bible Study

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH • J-12 1300 E. Nora St., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3390 www.redeemertrf.comWorship: Saturday 5 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m. Summer Worship: Wednesday 7 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m. BLAST: Wednesday 5:45 p.m. (Sept.-May)

THIEF RIVER FALLS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH • H-15 1024 Tindolph Ave. S., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4606 www.trfsda.comWorship: Sat.11 a.m. Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) • F-8 325 Horace Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-1310 www.trinitylutherantrf.orgSunday Holy Communion: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:25 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • F-9 116 Horace Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-4388 www.umctrf.orgWorship: Sunday 10 a.m. (Summer 9 a.m. ) Sunday School: 9 a.m.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) • D-7 505 Main Ave. N., Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-3296 www.ziontrf.orgWorship: 8:30 a.m. (Traditional Service) and 10:30 a.m. (New Traditions Informal Service) Education Hour: 9:30 a.m. Summer Worship Schedule: Sunday 8:30 a.m. (Memorial Day -Labor Day) Silver Creek Service: 10 a.m.

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Tri-Valley Heartland Express

Bus is for EVERYONE!

FOR WORK | FOR SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS

Plus More!A Convenient Recreation Bus for

Kids in Summer!

City Bus 218-681-6760 • Rural Bus 1-800-951-9363

24-hour notice encouraged. Rates are variable!

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