CHIPPEWA
LAC QUI PARLE
SWIFT
YELLOW MEDICINE
IN THE UPPER MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY
QUIETLY BEAUTIFUL &
wild ly connected
2019-20 VISITOR & RELOCATION GUIDE
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APPLETON HAS A LOT TO OFFER! Campgrounds | River Tubing Canoeing | Birding | OHV Park Aquatic Center | Basketball Park Dog Park | Walking/Bike Trails Fishing | Hunting | Snowmobiling State-of-the-art Playground Frisbee Golf Course | Golf Course Marsh Lake, Lake Oliver & Artichoke Lake Close to Lac qui Parle Lake, Refuge & State Park, Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge, and Chippewa Prairie Summer Concert Series Applefest 3rd weekend in September Swift County Fair 3rd week in August
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Made in Western MN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Chippewa County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Lac qui Parle County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18 Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 City Parks & Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . 19-20 Community Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22 Pullout Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Employment & Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-26 Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Arts & Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Swift County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-36 Yellow Medicine County. . . . . . . . . . . . 37-43
CHIPPEWA
LAC QUI PARLE
SWIFT
YELLOW MEDICINE
IN THE UPPER MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY
QUIETLY BEAUTIFUL &
wild ly connected
COVER PHOTO CREDIT: Gil Silvers
2019-20 VISITOR & RELOCATION GUIDE
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THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PHOTO CONTRIBUTORS! Fagen Fighters, Get Rural MN, Gil Silvers, Ice Castle Fish Houses, Kelly Lund, Scott Tedrick, Tom Watson, Watson Hunting Camp, Western Guard FINAL CONTRIBUTORS OF TOURISM IN PRAIRIE WATERS: Chippewa County, Lac qui Parle County, Swift County, Yellow Medicine County, Cities of Appleton, Benson, Canby, Clara City, Clarkfield, Dawson, Granite Falls, Madison, Montevideo
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Made in Western MN
Why travel far and wide in search of the finest handmade goods, when you can look right in your back yard? From craft beer and spirits to HVAC equipment and ice houses, Western Minnesota boasts some of the region’s finest manufacturers of American goods. The Region is home to 3,340 self-employed individuals. Listed below is just a sampling of the area’s local businesses. You too can make your dream business come true in Western Minnesota!
Prairie Organic Spirits
Benson | Prairie Organic Vodka, Cucumber Flavored Vodka, and Gin are crafted by a fifthgeneration family of spirit makers and a co-op of over 900 farmers.
Talking Waters Brewery
Montevideo | Talking Waters is local. The brewery is operated by three Montevideo natives who have a passion for continuously experimenting.
Hinterland Winery
Clara City | Hinterland Winery offers awardwinning wines that are grown, produced, and bottled at the winery.
Remington Ridge Vineyard
Madison | The Borstad family is bringing their homemade wine, fresh from the grapes at Remington Ridge, to you.
3B &Lac qui Parle Vineyard, Dawson | Offering delicious jelly, syrup, grape juice, and table grapes for sale. Check out Viessman Winery & Estates, opening fall 2019!
Tokheim Stoneware
Dawson | Tokheim Stoneware is part of the permanent collection of the Norwegian-American Vesterheim Museum and has traveled in several international exhibitions.
Clarkfield Outdoors
Clarkfield | Offers product lines including hunting apparel, workwear, and accessories for men, women, and children.
CNH Industrial
Benson | Manufactures Case IH agricultural equipment and exports them to over 20 markets around the world.
Fagen Inc
Granite Falls | Fagen is the largest, most respected green energy design-builder in the United States.
American Surplus & Manufacturing
Montevideo | Since 1993, Ice Castle has become the premier manufacturer of quality ice houses.
Kay’s Natural
Clara City | Producers of certified gluten-free, all natural snacks, such as puffs and chips, cereals, cookies, and more.
Northern Geo
Appleton | This geothermal company offers a variety of heating-cooling products, each engineered to meet the principal needs of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Impact Innovations
Clara City | Manufacturers of seasonal and commercial products, including gift wrap, ribbon, window clings, display products and more.
SMI & Hydraulics, Inc.
Porter | Family owned and operated, conducting business in the welding, hydraulic, and paint industries.
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Chippewa County Clara City | Maynard | Milan | Montevideo | Watson
For a complete list of Chippewa County attractions, visit prairiewaters.com/chippewa-county
Milan Trail | The second segment of the Minnesota River State Trail begins in Milan and continues west from the outskirts of town through open countryside along MN Highway 40 to the Milan Bridge. Enjoy a nice day outdoors and walk, bike, or jog this relaxing trail. Lac qui Parle State Park | Paddle the
lake, explore one of the trails, visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites, or cast a line and catch walleye, northern, perch, or crappie. Camping and lodging are available by reservation.
Lac qui Parle Mission | Joseph Renville established the Lac qui Parle Mission where he worked with missionaries to create the first written Dakota alphabet. The recreated Mission Church is where the first church bell tolled in Minnesota in 1835. Experience the rich history at the annual Mission Sunday, the second Sunday in July. Trails are open daily. Wildlife Management Area | Part of the 33,000-acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area in Chippewa County, and includes a state game refuge, wildlife sanctuary, waterfowl feeding and resting area, duck sanctuary, and a controlled hunting zone. This area stretches between Appleton and Montevideo. (top, left to right) Community Event at County Park, Milan Trail, (bottom) Camper Cabins - Wegdahl County Park
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CHIPPEWA COUNTY Natural resource options are plentiful in the 588 square miles of Chippewa County, whose entire western edge is the Minnesota River. In addition to the many recreational parks, the county offers three wildlife management areas, making it a hotspot for hunters, fishers, and wildlife watchers. The county consists of five cities, all filled with rich histories, lively arts cultures, community activities, and inviting people.
Watson Hunting Camp | The Watson
Hunting Camp offers a high-quality hunting experience. Located in the heart of the Lac qui Parle Wildlife refuge in western Minnesota, the hunting opportunities at the camp are diverse and plentiful – offering guided hunting, ice fishing, lodging and bar.
Wegdahl County Park | Chippewa County offers two camper cabins at Wegdahl Park, located six miles south of Montevideo on the Minnesota River. Hike or bike the trail running from the park to Montevideo, launch a canoe on the river, or just sit back and relax. Public water access at the site also makes it a popular destination for anglers and paddlers.
Chippewa County Fair | The Chippewa
County Fair takes place the last week/weekend of July in Montevideo. The five-day event consists of a carnival, live entertainment, Fiesta City racing, beer gardens, reptile zoo, tractor pull, animal exhibits, and more!
Swensson Farm Museum | The Olof Swensson Farm Museum is a National Registry Site featuring a 22-room, turn-of-the-century brick farmhouse on 17 acres. On site is a historic barn which was preserved in 2003, gristmill remains, and the family burial plot. Milan Village Arts School | The Milan Village Arts School offers a venue for people to take art classes centered around the region’s Scandinavian heritage. The mission of the school is to engage people in the practice of traditional, contemporary, and folk arts fostering prosperity, community, and culture.
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Montevideo & Clara City For all of Montevideo’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/montevideo For all of Clara City’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/clara-city
Montevideo
Sister Cities - Uruguay | In 1905, an unlikely friendship was forged between the farm town of Montevideo, Minnesota, and the capital city of Uruguay. Montevideo, MN takes pride in their heritage and celebrates with a Uruguayanstyle event each June--Fiesta Days. Fiesta City Speedway | Don’t miss the green flag drop at 7:00 p.m. on Fridays throughout the summer. Watch a variety of classes race including the Late Model, Modified, Super Stock, Midwest Modified, and more. Freddy’s Food & Fun | Bring your family and friends and enjoy a night out with mini golf, go-karts, and great food. Freddy’s Food & Fun is open on Saturdays and Sundays in the summer. Arts Dairy Freeze | Iconic drive-in ice cream
parlor open March - September. The neon-lit ice cream cone on top of the building is a local icon.
Downtown Arts | Montevideo takes pride
in their arts. View stunning displays along Main Street, such as the painted mural at Artigas Plaza, the painted railroad car, and the stained glass tractor exhibit. New projects are added each year.
Shopping & Boutiques | From big name
retailers to family businesses to locally owned fashion boutiques—Montevideo has a variety of shopping options to ensure you find what you are looking for. Visit www.prairiewaters.com for a complete list of shops.
Talking Waters Brewery | Talking Waters brewery is owned and operated by three Montevideo natives with a passion for creating craft beer. Sample their large variety of brews on tap, including IPAs, signature stouts, and seasonal beers.
(top, left to right) Artigas Plaza , Christa Landmark Boutique, (bottom) Fiesta Days
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CHIPPEWA COUNTY
Camp Release State Monument |
Dedicated on July 4, 1894, this monument commemorates the surrender of the Dakota people and the release of 269 EuropeanAmerican captives, which took place in 1862.
Historic Chippewa City | Visit an entire
pioneer village recreating the lifestyle faced by prairie settlers more than 100 years ago. It features 24 buildings, including a bank, church, school, authentic log cabins, and shops.
Heritage Hill | Home of the Annual Heritage Hill Threshing Show, Heritage Hill consists of a 35-acre show site east of Montevideo. It is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, demonstration, and education of agricultural heritage. Tours are available upon request.
Milwaukee Road Heritage Center |
Railroads played a major role in the development of Montevideo in the 19th century. In 1992, a group of civic leaders and history enthusiasts started the center, preserving and showcasing history of the Milwaukee Road.
Clara City
Hinterland Winery | This winery proudly
offers award-winning wines that are grown, produced, and bottled by Hinterland. Stop by and enjoy wine flights, wine by the glass and bottle, wine cocktails, beer and cider, and food.
Prairie Fest | Prairie Fest is an annual celebration held the second weekend in July. Activities include everything from a pie-baking contest to kids’ tractor pull to the main parade. Healthcare Facilities | Clara City Senior
Living offers a new care center, assisted living, and independent living, all on one campus. Clara City is also home to a new clinic served by providers from the Montevideo Clinic.
NEW Aquatic Center | Opening 2019! (top) Montevideo Downtown Arts (bottom, left to right) Clara City Care Center, Hinterland Winery www.prairiewaters.com | 1-866-866-5432 | 9
Talking Waters Brewery Co.
Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital
A unified health system dedicated to providing a lifetime of quality personalized care. 3D Mammography available 320-269-8877 | www.montevideomedical.com
Satellite Clinics:
Clara City Clinic | 320-847-3711 Clarkfield Clinic | 320-669-4417 Milan Clinic | 320-734-4632
Welcome to Clara City Family Living on the Crossroads of the Prairie
unique shops • restaurants • recreation new heated outdoor swimming pool 320.847.2142 • claracity.org
Wegdahl Park Wegdahl Park offers two new rentable cabins that are similar to those found in State Parks, and can be used year round. Enjoy public water access and a convenient location just 6 miles south of Montevideo on the Minnesota River. Call 320-269-6231 to reserve your cabin today and let your adventures start!
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Lac qui Parle County Bellingham | Boyd | Dawson | Louisburg | Madison | Marietta | Nassau
For a complete list of Lac qui Parle County attractions, visit prairiewaters.com/lac-qui-parle-county
Lac qui Parle County Park | A four seasons park perfect for sledding and snowshoeing in the winter or fishing, camping, and hiking in the summer. A unique feature of the park is the rich riverbank landscape with sheer 60-foot cut-banks. The natural resources of the park provide for a unique experience. Lac qui Parle State Park & Wildlife Management Area | Paddle the lake,
explore one of the trails, visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites, or cast a line and catch walleye, northern, perch, or crappie. While at Lac qui Parle State Park, be sure to visit the 33,000-acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Camping and lodging are available by reservation.
Salt Lake | Salt Lake, on the border of Minnesota and South Dakota, is Minnesota’s only alkaline wetland. The water in Salt Lake is one-third as salty as seawater, which is an oasis for water birds in western Minnesota. Salt Lake is recognized by the state as a site with “outstanding biological diversity” and is one of the state’s top birding spots, according to the Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union. Each spring, shorebirds, waterfowl and other water birds stop at Salt Lake to rest and feast while making their way to northern breeding grounds. (top, left to right) Lac qui Parle County Church - photo by Kelly Lund, Salt Lake Birding, (bottom) Lac qui Parle State Park
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LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY Lac qui Parle County encompasses 778 square miles of agricultural land, wooded areas, rivers, lakes, and streams. The name Lac qui Parle translates from French to “lake which speaks,” and if you visit during goose and duck hunting seasons, you’ll know why. The skies, lakes, and fields are prime areas for geese and ducks headed south. Lac qui Parle is home to families who have lived here for generations, while many new folks visit annually to enjoy the tremendous outdoor recreation opportunities, strong farming economy, and the convenience of widespread fiber optic broadband internet access.
Lac qui Parle County Fair | The Lac qui Parle County Fair is always the week/weekend following Labor Day and offers fun for everyone. There are rides, games, commercial vendors, food and beverage vendors, free entertainment, 4-H showings, and more. The Lac qui Parle fairgrounds are located in Madison. Robert Bly & Lac qui Parle County Historical Center | The birthplace of
Minnesota’s best-selling author, Robert Bly. The Lac qui Parle County Historical Center features many items from Bly’s youth as well as pioneer memorabilia, wildlife displays, Native American artifacts, the Ethel Mehlum Doll Collection, and more.
County Broadband | In 2010, $9.6 million
in ARRA funding was awarded to Lac qui Parle County to bring Fiber-to-the-Premise technology to residents and businesses. It has made the area one of the leading technology counties in the state, bringing fast speed broadband to cities and rural areas.
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Madison & Dawson For all of Madison’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/madison For all of Dawson’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/dawson
Madison
“Lutefisk Capital of the USA” | Madison is the Lutefisk Capital of the USA and home of “Lou T. Fisk,” the 25-foot-long cod statue that welcomes you to town as you arrive via south Highway 75. Participate in a lutefisk-eating contest during the annual Norsefest celebration, held the second weekend in November.
Madison Memorial Field | Memorial Field is home to the Madison Mallards, Eagles, Legion, and Junior Legion baseball programs. It is a lighted facility that is equipped with dugouts, concession stands, and parking. Madison Country Club | Is open April
through September, with Women’s League on Tuesdays and Men’s League on Thursdays. The facility features a nine-hole golf course situated on 40 acres, a full kitchen and bar, and dining room area.
Madison Speedway | Experience racing
every Saturday night, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Watch a variety of classes race, including Modifieds, Super Stocks, Midwest Modifieds, Street Stocks, Hornets, and more.
Slen Park | Slen Park offers a swimming pool with a large slide and toddler area, basketball and tennis courts, sand volleyball, shelters, walking trail, and a playground. Grand Theater | Enjoy popcorn and a movie at the Grand Theater Friday through Monday. Choose from two showings and a variety of options at the concession stand. Discounted admission on Mondays. Prairie Arts Center | Madison’s own Lac
qui Parle Players provide community theatre entertainment featuring local and national talent.
(top, left to right) Madison’s Swimming Pool, Lutefisk Capital of the USA, (bottom) Madison Memorial Field
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LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY
Dawson
Gnometown USA | Each year, the community pays tribute to the famous Dawson Gnomes by honoring a citizen who has impacted the community. See the gnomes for yourself at Dawson’s Gnome Park. Dawson Pedestrian Bridge | This bridge
provides a vital link to the south end of town for the Dawson community. Pedestrians have easy access to downtown Dawson by using the bridge to cross the Lac qui Parle River.
Veterans Memorial Park | Veterans Memorial Park offers a quiet, scenic camping and picnic area, along with a walking trail and BMX Bike Track. In the summer, the Farmer’s Market is open at the park each Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Riverfest | Events at Dawson Riverfest include
fireworks, softball and golf tournaments, parade, craft/flea market, and the unveiling of the annual Honorary Gnome. Whether you like to shop, compete, eat, or enjoy the friendly, rural community fellowship, this is an event for you.
Memorial Auditorium | Since 2001 the Dawson-Boyd Arts Association has offered high quality events at the auditorium for all ages. A wide variety of entertainment includes classical, folk, chamber and popular music, plus children’s theatre, dance, comedy, and opportunities for local musicians to showcase their talent. NEW Healthcare Facility | The new
facility will include a Care Center with 56 private rooms, Surgery Suite, Helipad, Lab and Radiology expansion, and Clinic/Hospital Entrance--all connected and all on one campus.
(top) Lac qui Parle River (bottom, left to right) Dawson Care Center, Active Community www.prairiewaters.com | 1-866-866-5432 | 15
LAC QUI PARLE COUNTY MUSEUM discover your heritage on the prairie
Robert Bly Studio South Hwy 75 - Madison | 320-598-7678
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Lac qui Parle Valley ISD 2853 offers a high quality, well-rounded, and comprehensive curriculum. • Over 780 students enrolled, serving the communities of Appleton, Madison and surrounding areas • 1-to-1 Chromebooks for students grades 5-12, with other technology integration opportunities at the elementary level • Several early childhood programs offered, including Pre-K classes, ECFE, Little Eagles Daycare • Excellent Athletics Programs, with several State qualifying teams including Robotics, Danceline, One Act Plays, Golf, Cross-Country • Over 30 College Credit classes offered per semester at the high school level
• Wide Variety of Arts & Enrichment programs offered including Asset Builders, jazz and pep band, swing choir, FFA, Speech, Knowledge Bowl, Drama and several others • Youth and adult recreation and enrichment classes offered through Community Education. • Several Career and Tech courses offered including Family and Consumer Science, Industrial Technology, Agriculture Education, Eagle Eye News Network Video Production Class • 95% graduation rate over the past 5 years • 11-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio
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Outdoors
Famous for excellent hunting and fishing, the Prairie Waters region is a natural playground for the outdoor-minded. Leave the city behind and look ahead to outdoor pursuits.
Visit prairiewaters.com/outdoor-adventures for a complete listing of all outdoor adventures.
Hunting
The Prairie Waters region sits on one of the major North American flyways, attracting over 150,000 geese each season. Additionally, thousands of mallards, wood ducks, canvasbacks and other waterfowl can be found in rivers, ponds and marshes scattered throughout the area. Ring-necked pheasants and turkeys are hunted throughout the year. Whitetail deer hunting remains popular in the region, especially in the lowlands near rivers and streams. Agricultural fields immediately adjacent to marshes and rivers are especially high potential areas for deer and other wildlife. A wealth of pertinent hunting information is available throughout the region at LqP Refuge Headquarters and local DNR offices, as well as online.
Wild life Viewing
Key wildlife viewing spots throughout the Prairie Waters area include state parks, all wildlife management areas, and even the countless country roads. Spot a variety of critters, from cottontail rabbits to foxes and otters. The region is also experiencing a growing population of coyotes. You might chance a sighting in broad daylight as one of these long, lean-legged, wolflike canines lopes across an open field.
Birding
Whether in flight or perched on its nest, one of the most inspiring sights in nature is the bald eagle. Look for their large nests high up in the trees near lakes and rivers in remote areas. Other bird species you might spot in the region include loggerhead shrike, ruddy turnstone, prairie chickens, bobolink, Swainson’s hawk, western grebe, and cinnamon teal. Marsh Lake, a man-made reservoir on the Minnesota River west of Appleton, has one of the only two nesting colonies of white pelican in Minnesota. Marietta, Minnesota’s Salt Lake is the only alkaline wetland between the Atlantic Ocean and Utah’s Great Salt Lake. This popular bird-watching area is a stopover point for scores of shorebird species migrating across the Midwest.
Off Road Adventure
Challenging trails to accommodate all Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) skill levels beckon at The Appleton Area Recreation Park, one of Minnesota’s newest, public off-road vehicle parks. The 330-acre site currently includes more than seven miles of trails, including five miles specifically designed for allterrain vehicles. In addition, there is one mile of motorcycle and one mile of Enduro tracks. The site also features jumps, sand dunes and other OHV activities.
Snowmobiling
Routes traverse the entire region, from treeless prairie to quiet woods. Winter months in the Prairie Waters region offer miles and miles of groomed and un-groomed trails, for both expert and novice snowmobilers.
River & Lake Touring
The rivers of Prairie Waters – Pomme de Terre, Chippewa, Minnesota, Lac qui Parle, Yellow Medicine and Hawk Creek – are the major recognized canoeing routes of the region. The DNR produces several maps, indicating the many river access points. Expect many miles of winding waters between put-ins and take-outs, as these rivers offer a myriad of turns and twists. While many of the lakes are shallow, most enable paddlers an opportunity to trace their shorelines in search of waterfowl and other shore birds.
Let’s Go Fishing
West central Minnesota’s bountiful prairie lakes and rivers abound with sport fish. If you have walleye on the brain, recommended waters include Lac qui Parle, Artichoke and Oliver Lakes, as well as the Minnesota River.
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City Parks & Campgrounds City Parks
Granite Falls Parks | 320-564-3011 East Side Park, Highland Park, Memorial Park, Rice Park, Royal Park, Sorlien Park, West End Park, Winter Park
Appleton Parks | 320-289-1527 Appleton Municipal Campground, Riverview Park, Veterans Park
Hanley Falls Parks | 507-768-3570 Centennial Park, City Park/Campground
Bellingham City Park | 320-568-2508 Benson Parks | 320-843-4775 Ambush Park, Civic Center Park, Countryside Court Park, Hoiland Park, Lathrop Park, Northside Recreation Area, Roosevelt Park, Swimming Pool Park Boyd City Park | 320-855-2242 Canby Parks | 507-223-7295 Central Park, Triangle Park, Swimming Pool Park, Lake Sylvan Park Clara City Parks | 320-847-2142 Community Park, Wilms Park
Chinhinta Park - Montevideo, MN 56265
Madison Parks | 320-598-7301 Centennial Park, J. F. Jacobson Park, Kiwanis Kiddie Park, Madison Square Park, Madison Memorial Field, Recreation Field, Slen Park Marietta City Park | 320-668-2375
Montevideo Parks | 320-269-6575 Central Park, Chinhinta Park, Hillcrest Park, Lagoon Park, Larson Park, Sheridan Park, Smith Park, Wildwood Park, Windom Park
Dawson Parks | 320-769-2154 City Park, Theodore Christianson Memorial Park, Veterans Park
Chinhinta Park
Kerkhoven Parks | 320-264-2581 Pillsbury Park, Softball Park
Milan Parks | 320-734-4411 Burns Park, Library (Gazebo) Park
Clarkfield Parks | 320-669-4435 Campground Park, Valhalla Park
DISC GOLF COURSES
Holloway City Park | 320-394-2272
Wood Lake Parks | 507-485-3476 Heritage Park, Freedom Park
Baskets
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Appleton Golf Course
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Clarkfield
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Benson Golf Club
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Kiwanis Park
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Canby Golf Course
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36
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Dawson Golf Course
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35
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Granite Run Golf Course
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36
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2,802
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St. Olaf Ave South - Canby, MN 56220
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River’s Edge
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Riverview Park
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Madison Country Club
Rice Park - Granite Falls, MN 56241 450 North Hering St. - Appleton, MN 56208
Veterans Memorial Park 945 8th St. - Dawson, MN 56232
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603 Golf Course Road, West Hwy 212 | 320-264-2581 Highway 40 West | 320-598-7587
River Crest Golf Course
1101 West Hwy 212 | 320-269-8600
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CITY PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS
Refuges & Parks
Monson Lake State Park | 320-366-3797 1690 15th Street NE - Sunburg, MN 562898118
Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge Scott Simmons, Refuge Manager 320-273-2191 4843 County Road 19 - Odessa, MN 56276 BigStone@fws.gov
Salt Lake Wildlife Management Area 320-734-4451 curt.vacek@state.mn.us | moumn.org
Lac qui Parle State Park | 320-734-4450 4047 20th Street NW - Watson, MN 56295
Upper Sioux Agency State Park 320-564-4777 5908 Hwy 67 | Granite Falls, MN 56241-3609
Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area 320-734-4451 Route 1, Box 23 - Watson, MN 56295
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BENSON
C Ambush Park 320-843-4775 D Swift Falls Park 320-843-5341
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F Canby Triangle Park Campground 507-223-7295 G Lake Sylvan Park 507-223-7295 H Stone Hill Regional Park 507-223-7586
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J City Park 320-769-2154 K Veteran’s Memorial Campground (320-769-2154)
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Q Lions Club Park 320-734-4411 R Milan Beach (Randall’s Resort) 320-734-4400
MONTEVIDEO
S Lac qui Parle State Park 320-734-4450 T Lagoon Park 320-269-6575/5026 U Watson Hunting Camp 320-269-9136
SHAKOPEE LAKE
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Scenic Drives
The Glacial Ridge Trail | Numerous lakes are sprinkled among the hills and ridges of this region, carved by glaciers over 10,000 years ago. Lake Monson State Park represents the natural setting left behind for us to enjoy today. The King of Trails | Tracing its origins back to the days when Native Americans cut travel routes out of the virgin prairie. With the automobile invention, roadways sprung up from many of these routes. One, stretching from Winnipeg, Canada south to the Gulf of Mexico, became known as the King of Trails. You can navigate this historic roadway down through the entire western edge of Prairie Waters. The Minnesota River Valley National Scenic Byway | The Minnesota River is the premier natural feature of this byway, stretching far beyond our western border near Ortonville, across the entire southern portion of Minnesota to the bluff country of the Mississippi River. See 3.8 millionyear-old granite outcroppings, lush prairie grasses, national refuges and state parks. Prairie Passages | Over 100 years ago, the western portion of Minnesota was covered by more than 18 million acres of tall grass prairie. Today, less than one percent remains. The Prairie Passage route travels through areas of Prairie Waters where sparse pieces of the original prairie still remain. Yellowstone Trail | In 1912, a group of small town businessmen in South Dakota undertook an ambitious project to create a useful automobile route, the Yellowstone Trail, across America. Today, almost all of the route of the Yellowstone Trail is on slower, less traveled roads. Some sections of the Trail, especially in the West, have remained little changed and are a delight to visit.
EXTRAS KEY: B=Basketball; BB=Baseball Field; B&R=Bait Shop & Restaurant; CA=Casino; ESW=Electric, Sewer, Water; P=Pool; G=Golf; H=Horseshoes; Sh=Showers; TI=Tipi Camping; WA=Water Access; WF=WiFi
Chippewa County
Lac qui Parle County
Swift County
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Community Festivals Visit prairiewaters.com/events for a complete listing of all events
February
Granite Falls Ole and Lena Days | 1st week Dawson Winterfest | 1st weekend Montevideo Annual Ice Castle Classic on Lac qui Parle Lake | 2nd Saturday Granite Falls Mid-Winter Celebration | 4th Saturday
March
Montevideo
April
Canby Montevideo Clara City Watson
St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 17th Spring Showcase Easter Egg-citement | Saturday before Easter Clara City Spring Craft Show | 2nd Saturday Lac qui Parle Mission Open House | last Sunday
May
Hanley Falls Minnesota’s Machinery Museum Opens | 2nd Saturday Milan Syttende Mai | 2nd Saturday Granite Falls Swensson Farm Museum Opens | Memorial weekend, thru Labor Day weekend Montevideo Chippewa City Opens | Memorial weekend Benson Benson Memorial Day Event | Memorial Weekend
June
Boyd Canby Milan Benson Canby Montevideo Granite Falls Dawson Madison
July
Maynard Madison Clara City Canby Watson Benson Clarkfield Madison Kerkhoven
Boyd Good Time Days | 1st weekend Music Mondays | every other Monday in June & July Spoon Gathering | 2nd Saturday Pioneerland Band Festival Parade & Annual Flag Day Festival | June 14th Hat Daze | 3rd weekend Fiesta Days | 3rd weekend Western Fest Stampede Rodeo | 4th weekend Riverfest | last full weekend Summerfest | last weekend, thru July 4th July 4th Celebration July 4th Parade Prairie Fest | weekend after July 4th, 2nd weekend Cobra Fest | 2nd weekend Mission Sunday | 2nd Sunday Kid Day | 3rd weekend Prairie Cardinal Days | 3rd weekend Dragonfest | 3rd weekend Town & Country Days | last weekend
(top) Western Fest, (middle) Western Fest, (bottom) Wood Lake Community Fair
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COMMUNITY FESTIVALS
August
Montevideo Granite Falls Canby Montevideo Porter Wood Lake
Crazy Days | 1st Thursday, Friday, Saturday Wacipi Days | 1st weekend Crazy Days | 1st Saturday Heritage Hill Threshing Show | 3rd weekend Porter Harvest Festival | 3rd weekend Wood Lake Community Fair | third full week
September
Appleton Prairie Thunder Off-Road Rally | Saturday of Labor Day Weekend Granite Falls Horse Power Event at Swensson Farm Museum | 2nd Saturday Appleton Applefest | 3rd weekend Canby Fall Fest | 3rd Saturday Benson Rib Fest | TBD
October
Region-wide Madison Montevideo
Meander Art Crawl | 1st weekend in October Oktoberfest | 1st weekend Trick or Treat Street | October 31st
November
Clara City Fall Craft Fair | 1st Saturday Madison Norsefest | 2nd weekend Canby Holiday Showcase | Sunday before Thanksgiving Appleton Holiday Extravaganza | 4th weekend Region-wide Small Business Saturday | Saturday after Thanksgiving Milan Fall Craft Fair | Saturday after Thanksgiving Montevideo Love Local Shopping Punch Card | Saturday after Thanksgiving - December 23rd
December
Canby Hometown Holidays | 1st weekend Montevideo Christmas in the Village at Historic Chippewa City | 1st Saturday Montevideo Parade of Lights & Holiday Stroll | 1st Saturday Granite Falls Elf on the Footbridge Holiday Shopping Event | 2 weeks before Christmas Granite Falls Santa & Live Reindeer at the Volstead House | Sunday before Christmas
County Fairs
Canby Yellow Medicine County Fair | last weekend in July 2019 2020 TBD Montevideo Chippewa County Fair | last weekend in July Appleton Swift County Fair | 3rd weekend in August Madison Lac qui Parle County Fair | 2nd weekend in September (top) Montevideo Fiesta Days Parade, (middle) Fagen Air Show, (bottom) Town & Country Days www.prairiewaters.com | 1-866-866-5432 | 23
Employment TOP INDUSTRIES BY NUMBER OF JOBS (Source: DEED Quarterly Census of Employment & Wages [QCEW] program)
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Health Care & Social Assistance
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Manufacturing
With 3,656 jobs at 114 firms, health care and social assistance is the largest employing industry in Region 6W, accounting for more than one in every five jobs in the region.
REGIONAL INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT INCREASED PROJECTIONS, 2014-2024 (Source: 2014-2024 Employment Outlook)
12% Health Care & Social Assistance
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Retail trade is the third largest industry, with 1,766 jobs at 191 establishments, after seeing small job declines in recent years. Region 6W also has a higher share of total employment in wholesale trade, with 1,229 jobs at 90 firms, and average annual wages of $22,452.
Region 6W has a higher concentration of employment in educational services, the fourth largest industry with 1,722 jobs at 35 institutions, primarily at elementary and secondary schools as well as junior colleges.
With 1,255 jobs the public administration industry accounts for just over 7 percent of employment in the region, a much higher share compared to the state (5 percent). The vast majority of employment within this industry is concentrated in the “executive, legislative, and other general governmental support” subsector.
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(Source: ReferenceUSA Employer Database)
1 | CNH America
12.3%
Real Estate & Rental & Leasing
With 2,131 jobs at 81 firms, accounting for 12.3 percent of total jobs in the region. The largest sectors include food manufacturing and machinery manufacturing. Average annual wages were over $10,000 higher in manufacturing than the total of all industries.
Top 10 Regional Employers
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
8.7%
Administrative support & Waste Management Services
7.2%
Construction
2 | Walmart Supercenter 3 | Prairie’s Edge Casino 4 | Jennie-O Turkey Store 5 | Granite Falls Municipal Hospital 6 | Friendship Homes Of MN Inc 7 | Montevideo Health 8 | Montevideo Public Schools 9 | Yellow Medicine East Schools 10 | Swift County-Benson Hospital
ENTREPRENEUR OPPORTUNITIES
Region 6W is home to 3,340 self-employed individuals with sales receipts of $135.4 million. Make your dream business come to life here – with low cost of living and high-speed broadband access to connect to your market. and a variety of resources to help grow your business!
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The median hourly wage in 6W was $16.86 compared to $21.92 in the Twin Cities. The cost to live in the Twin Cities is 39% higher than 6W, but median hourly wages are just 30% higher. Region 6W had 604 openings in the 2nd quarter of 2018, ranging from 51 education, training, and library occupations (81% required post high school education) with a starting median wage of $21.44, to 78 food prep and serving occupations (8% required education beyond high school) that typically started at minimum wage.
EMPLOYMENT/LIFESTYLE
Lifestyle Visit www.prairiewaters.com/category/stories to read firsthand accounts from Prairie Waters residents who’d live nowhere else but here.
REGION 6W
MINNESOTA
MEDIAN MONTHLY RENT $577 $906 MONTHLY CHILDCARE FOR 1 FULL-TIME CHILD $406 $504 MEDIAN MONTHLY HOUSING w/ 1 CHILD
TRAVEL TIME TO WORK <10 MINUTES
Region 6W 40.1% | MSP Metro 10.7%
$698 $980 FAMILY OF 3 YEARLY COST OF LIVING $44,544
COST OF LIVING Cost to live for a typical family is $43,896 in 6W, compared to $60,864 in the Twin Cities. The median household income is $52,781 in region 6W compared to $65,699 statewide. The median family income is $65,511 in 6W compared to $82,785 statewide. 31.5% of households in the region earn more than $75,000 per year.
$57,624 MEDIAN HOME VALUE $96,760 $199,700
Stay Connected, Work Remotely Over the last several years, the Prairie Waters region has worked diligently to bring the fastest fiber broadband internet to its communities. In fact, two of the five counties in this region rank in the top 10 counties in Minnesota for individuals telecommuting from home. This allows residents to bring their jobs with them to the region, while enjoying life in a slower paced community. A recent citywide survey conducted in a Prairie Waters community showed that 17% of its residents were currently enrolled in a college course. High speed broadband is increasingly important to these students, as well as those in elementary and high school, where technology is developing more of a presence.
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Education
The Prairie Waters region is home to educational institutions that understand each student’s unique potential. Smaller class sizes, challenging upper-level courses, advanced technology, and access to arts and athletics all contribute to a fulfilling education. A majority of the school districts offer a wide variety of community education opportunities. Parents can enjoy peace of mind knowing their students are receiving individualized attention from caring faculty and staff who are invested in this community.
Benson
1400 Montana Ave - Benson, MN 56215 (320) 843-2710 | www.benson.k12.mn.us • Benson High School students have the opportunity to earn over 50 college credits • Offers over 70 elective credits to prepare students for careers • Offers families on-site childcare for children six months – school age.
Canby
307 First St. W - Canby, MN 56220 (507) 223-2001 | www.canbymn.org • Elementary school honored a 2018 Blue Ribbon School • $1,000.00 scholarship to ALL graduating seniors with a 2.0 GPA • Survey data shows around 90% of the students feel safe at school. • Offering 24 college credits, Aviation, Crime Scene Investigation course, and more.
Lac qui Parle Valley
2860 291st Ave - Madison, MN 56256 (320) 752-4205 | www.lqpv.org • Provides a challenging, well-rounded education aided by highly qualified and welcoming staff. • Contributes to and receives steadfast support from the communities through Little Eagles Daycare, community education programs and many co-curricular and extra-curricular programs and events.
MACCRAY
711 Wolverine Dr - Clara City, MN 56222 (320) 847-2154 | www.maccray.k12.mn.us • Highly successful four-star Parent Aware Preschool Program—nearly 70% of preschoolers attend. • Opportunity for high school students to attend three post-secondary institutions • First school in the state to have a 4-day school week that continues to operate successfully.
Montevideo
1501 William Dr - Montevideo, MN 56265 (320) 269-6446 | www.montevideoschools.com • Early childhood Sanford Education center offers daycare and preschool programs, Early Childhood Special Education program, Early Childhood Family Education program. • Offers advanced technology use and a 1:1 Chromebook initiative. • Ramsey Elementary offers parents the unique opportunity to select between three different types of educational programs that they feel would be the best fit for their child. • Montevideo Special Education: The 22,500-square-foot facility on the east edge of Montevideo will be ready for its first students at the start of the 2019-20 school year. The instruction will focus on students with autism, mental health and severe emotional and behavioral needs.
Minnesota River Valley Education District
1315 Black Oak Ave - Montevideo, MN 56265 (320) 269-9297 | www.mrved.com • strives to positively impact student learning and works to be on the cutting edge of school improvement efforts for a 9 district area. (left to right) Granite Falls Band Festival, Montevideo Classroom
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EDUCATION
Dawson-Boyd
Clarkfield Area Charter School
Kerkhoven Murdock Sunburg
ECHO Charter School
848 Chestnut St - Dawson, MN 56232 | (320) 769-2955 www.sites.google.com/dwby.k12.mn.us/isd378/high-school • Students have opportunities to excel academically, athletically, and in the arts through the well-rounded education offered at Dawson-Boyd. • Strong engagement with the community 302 15Th St N - Kerkhoven, MN 56252 (320) 264-1411 | www.kms.k12.mn.us • Small, student centered schools • Caring staff • Students explore opportunities, realize potential
Yellow Medicine East
450 9th Ave - Granite Falls, MN 56241 (320) 564-4081 | www.isd2190.org • Offers a variety of programs to prepare students for post-high school success, including the Ramp UP to Readiness program and over 30 concurrent enrollment credits through PSEO college classes. • Through Minnesota West Community we have formed partnerships with employers and offer classes in early childhood education, manufacturing/engineering, health, and more • Bert Raney Elementary School offers small class sizes, innovative technology practices, a gifted and talented program, and PBIS programming
301 13th Street - Clarkfield, MN 56223 (320) 669-1995 | www.clarkfieldareacharter.org • Students learn in a nurturing and stimulating environment with small class sizes allowing staff to cater to individual learning styles, building a concrete foundation in academics. 101 Rocket Ave - Echo, MN 56237 (507)-925-4143 | www.echo.charter.k12.mn.us • ECHO creates opportunities for every child through high academic standards, 8:1 student to teacher ratio, project-based learning, and extra-curricular activities.
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
Minnesota West offers community and technical college training opportunities—online, on-campus, and customized! This institution has been nationally recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 150 Community College, Best Online College in Minnesota, and Top Digital Community College. Canby Campus 1011 First Street West – Canby | 800-658-2330 Granite Falls Campus 1593 11th Avenue – Granite Falls | 800-658-2330
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Healthcare
Our region takes pride in offering excellent care in all facilities of the healthcare system. The facilities are well equipped and staffed by dedicated professionals who focus on providing a lifetime of quality, personalized care. The Prairie Waters region is home to assisted living facilities featuring deluxe amenities, as well as top-notch physical therapy services, and family care. Additionally, the area provides comprehensive mental health services through established programs at Western Mental Health Center and Woodland Centers—each offering several locations throughout the region. No matter your age or medical concern, you can trust that you’ll be in good hands.
Swift County - Benson Health Services 1815 Wisconsin Ave - Benson, MN 56215 (320) 843-4232 | www.scbh.org • A state-of-the-art surgical center • An on-campus senior living & memory care facility
Montevideo Health
824 North 11th Street - Montevideo, MN 56265 (320) 269-6435 | www.montevideomedical.com • Walk-In Clinic & Urgent Care • 3D Mammography
Appleton Area Health Services
30 South Behl - Appleton, MN 56208 (320) 289-1580 | www.appletonareahealth.com • Primary care, Behavioral Health, Care Center & Assisted Living • Emergency care, acute in-patient, and rehabilitation
Madison Healthcare Services
900 2nd Ave - Madison, MN 56256 (320) 598-7556 | www.mhsmn.org • Coordination between primary care, nurses & specialists • 15 specialty care providers that come to you
Sanford Canby Medical Center
112 St Olaf Ave S - Canby, MN 56220 (507) 223-7277 | www.sanfordcanby.org • Full continuum of care provided including clinic, hospital, home health, long-term care, and assisted living • Outreach services provided locally
Granite Falls Health
345 10th Avenue - Granite Falls, MN 56241 (320) 564-3111 | www.granitefallshealth.com • Emergency department • Cardiac services • Granite Falls Birth Place
Johnson Memorial Health Services
1282 Walnut St - Dawson, MN 56232 (320) 769-4323 | www.jmhsmn.org • Ranked one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in 2018 • State-of-the-art suite for total hip and knee surgeries
Many of the region’s healthcare facilities offer satellite clinics in other communities. Visit each clinic’s website for more details.
(right) Dr. Syverson with baby, (left, top to bottom) Granite Falls Health Team, Dawson Care Center
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Art & Music
Rich in cultural heritage, the Prairie Waters region invites you to tap into your creative side and indulge in the arts.
For all Arts & Music visit prairiewaters.com/visit-here/art-culture-history
FIRST WEEKEND IN OCTOBER
Visit 30 studios featuring 45 artisans! painting | photography | jewelry | fiber arts sculpture | pottery | mixed media & more Evening events taking plaec Friday and Saturday night. Find more info at: www.artsmeander.com | 1-866-866-5432 |
RADIO STATIONS
Appleton KRSU (MPR) | 91.3 KNCM (MPR) | 88.5 Benson KBMO-AM | 1290 KSCR-FM | 93.5 Granite Falls KKRC-FM | 93.9 Madison KLQP-FM | 92.1 Montevideo KDMA-AM | 1460 KMGM-FM | 105.5 KKRC-FM | 93.9 KRAM-FM | 96.7
MOVIE THEATERS Madison Canby Benson Montevideo
Grand Theater | 320-598-7791 Canby Classic Cinema | 507-223-5873 De Marce Theater | 320-842-6871 Millennium Theater | 320-269-3135
APPLETON | On Tuesday evenings in the summer, enjoy band concerts at Riverview Park Bandshell in Appleton. The 52 Wing Auditorium also presents several concerts throughout the year. CANBY | Music on Mondays at Central Park in Canby features local and regional artists multiple times each summer. The Canby Classic Cinema now hosts current movies, classic movies and performing arts events. DAWSON | Since 2001 the Dawson-Boyd Arts Association has brought a wide variety of quality performances to Memorial Auditorium from September to June. GRANITE FALLS | The Granite Area Arts Council provides art-related experiences for the community in and around Granite Falls, including exhibits at the K.K. Berge Gallery, larger performance events and various classes throughout the year. MADISON | Enjoy summer theater, Christmas shows, local concerts and guest artists at The Prairie Arts Center, home to the Lac qui Parle Players and many more performers in this unique church-turned-theater. MILAN | The Milan Village Arts School is home to a diverse offering of art activities, including folk art classes, student studios and festivals. MONTEVIDEO | The Montevideo Fine Arts Center hosts the Minnesota Valley Community Concert Series, visiting artistic groups, and school performances each year. The Montevideo Arts Project (MAP) adds public art installations to the city annually. MEANDER | The Meander Upper Minnesota River Art Crawl has become a well-established exhibition of artists over the last decade and attracts thousands of people each year. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find a variety of artwork: hand-thrown pottery, textiles, photography, painting, woodcarving, and more. www.artsmeander.com
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Swift County
Appleton | Benson | Clontarf | Danvers | De Graff | Kerkhoven | Murdock For a complete list of Swift County attractions, visit prairiewaters.com/swift-county
Swift County Fair | With carnival rides, free entertainment, beer gardens, food vendors, and much more, there is something for everyone at the Swift County Fair in Appleton. Parking and camping spots are available. The fair is held annually the third week/weekend in August.
Appleton Area Off-Highway Vehicle Park | This OHV Park covers 330 acres,
including 20 miles of trails. The park is ideal for OHV enthusiasts of all skill levels, containing many miles of narrow technical trails, plus a motocross practice track. Admission is free, open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.
Swift Falls County Park | Located on the banks of the Chippewa River in the village of Swift Falls, this county park offers a great place to hike, fish, or enjoy the newly renovated playground. Camping spots are available from May to October.
(top, left to right) Riverview Dairy Barns, Monson Lake State Park, (bottom) Geese by Kelly Lund
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SWIFT COUNTY Swift County strives to develop and maintain services that connect people with opportunities to enhance their quality of life, provide for their safety, and promote community growth. The county spans 752 square miles featuring riverbanks, fertile farming land, scenic parks, open prairies, and eight cities. Employment opportunities are everywhere in the county, whether you are an entrepreneur, skilled worker, or just thinking of trying something new. With welcoming communities and a variety of events and recreational activities, Swift County is a great place to live and visit. Monson Lake State Park | Explore camping options, hiking trails, and beautiful lake scenes at this state park. Cast your line off the wooden pier or bring your boat and enjoy a sunny, summer day. Birdwatch in the 347-acre park with diverse landscapes of lakes, wetlands, and hardwood forests. Marsh Lake | Marsh Lake went through restoration in 2018, allowing the Pomme de Terre River to flow freely into the lake for the first time in over 80 years. This improved the habitat and created a suitable environment for native fish and migratory wildlife. Riverview Dairy | Focusing on fostering connections, ensuring animal health and producing high-quality milk, Riverview LLP built its first dairy in Swift County in 1999. Over the last twenty years, Riverview has developed three dairies in Swift County and care for approximately 18,500 cows every day. The company is driven by innovative ideas and passionate about developing people, while utilizing state-of-the-art technology and welcoming visitors through guided tours and student lab experiences. As a local business, Riverview supports area businesses, vendors and farmers through purchases and services.
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Appleton & Benson For all of Appleton’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/appleton For all of Benson’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/benson
Appleton
Applefest | Craft show, golf tournament,
baking contests, parade, kids activities, street dance, fireworks, car show, and more! Held annually, the third weekend in September.
Pomme de Terre River | The Pomme de Terre runs through a variety of land types from low bluff lands, woods, pasture, farmland, and makes its way right through the town of Appleton. Great for tubing, canoeing, or fishing! Riverside & Riverview Park | Enjoy music in the park every Tuesday in the summer or play a few rounds of disc golf. Riverview Park provides a walking path, picnic shelter, large playground, restrooms, and trail access. It is located along the Pomme de Terre River and a perfect place to spend summer days. Walking, Biking & Snowmobile Trails | Bike or walk the smoothly paved path that runs through Appleton. The Appleton Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club has created a designated, groomed snowmobile route throughout the area connecting to other trail systems.
Aquatic Center | Spend hot summer days at the Appleton Aquatic Center, featuring a zeroentry pool, kids area, slides, and lounging area.
Sportsman’s Club | The club’s mission is to promote safety in hunting and fishing. They offer various distances for shooting, a rifle and pistol range, and a venue for the youth trapshooting league. Lac qui Parle Lake | This scenic lake is
abundant with white bass, walleye, northern pike, crappies, and catfish. Cast a line, bring your boat, or spend a day soaking up the sun.
(top, left to right) Appleton Pool, Appleton Riverview Park, (bottom) Appleton OHV Park
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SWIFT COUNTY
Benson
Ambush Park | This campground is located
on the Chippewa River, offering hiking trails, horseshoes, mini-golf, volleyball, indoor showers, electric hookups, and more.
Benson Family Aquatic Center |
Offering a zero-entry pool with various play features (great for small children), a large lap pool, diving board, drop slide, large flume slide, food and beverages.
Golf Club | The Benson Golf Club features an
18-hole championship course, as well as a large driving range, well-maintained putting green, and an excellent short game practice area.
New School | New and improved $26 million renovation and additions to the Benson Area education systems. Plans include a new performing arts auditorium and collaborative learning classrooms. Construction is expected to begin in 2019. Kid Day | This Benson tradition takes place each summer on the third weekend in July. Enjoy a parade, carnival, coronation, barbecue, mini golf tournament, and more. Fun for all kids! Flag Day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pioneerland Band Festival | The Pioneerland Band Festival parade is held annually on Flag Day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 14th. The parade features area high school bands competing for cash prizes.
Be Our Neighbor | Benson has a
neighborhood for every type of neighbor. Active small town living or a quiet country setting, new developments or historical areas of town, find your next home with a budget that is right for you.
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CHIPPEWA VALLEY ETHANOL COMPANY
320-843-4813 • CVEC.com BENSON, MINNESOTA CVEC uses the area’s highest quality corn to produce ethanol as well as Dried Distillers Grains (DDGs) Corn Oil Wet Distillers Grains (WDGs)
320-842-3255 glacialgrainspirits.com
Industrial & Organic alcohol
Producer of industrial and beverage grade alcohol owned by CVEC
Pride • Passion • Power Nothing Compares!
CNH Benson, manufacturer of Case IH agricultural equipment 260 Highway 12 SE, Benson, MN 56215
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Appleton Area Health Services provides the full continuum of compassionate care; enhancing every life we touch.
Being a community medical facility is more than offering services to sustain the health and well-being of you and your family. It’s about investing in a relationship and caring for the entire person as a whole. Our philosophy of care is that the mind and body are integrated and inseparable!
Dr. Swachetan Bajwa M.D. Family Medicine Bariatric Medicine Medical Director Chief of Staff
Tonya Diggins APRN-CNP, CNM Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women’s Health & Midwifery
At Appleton Area Health Services, we are proud to offer a full range of services including Family Medicine, Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, Obstetrical Care, Outpatient Therapy Services and Surgical Services, in addition to a wide array of Outreach Services for all your healthcare needs. At Appleton Area Health Services, we are your community of specialized healthcare providers helping you live well!
Elizabeth Charles CNM Women’s Health & Midwifery
Marcia Kells APRN-CNP, FNP, ANCC Family Medicine & Dermatology
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Our Behavioral Health Team Appleton Area Health Services offers both Primary and Behavioral Health services to support your physical and psychological well being. Deb Colon APRN-CNP, FNP, PMHNP Mental Health Provider
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Yellow Medicine County
Canby | Clarkfield | Echo | Granite Falls | Hanley Falls | Hazel Run | Porter | St. Leo | Wood Lake For a complete list of Yellow Medicine County attractions, visit prairiewaters.com/yellow-medicine-county
Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort | Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort offers a hotel, campground, conference center, gaming, restaurants, and live shows. Play the slot machines, table games, or a variety of popular games. Whether you are looking to enjoy a buffet or book your next event, Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort is the place for you. Upper Sioux Agency State Park | This state park contains the site of the Upper Sioux or Yellow Medicine Agency. The park covers 1,280 acres with open prairie knolls, bluffs, and cool, wooded slopes. Trails are ideal for horseback riding, hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Camping spots are available. Minnesota River | The Minnesota River cuts through what is now the eastern boundary of Yellow Medicine County providing recreation opportunities, scenic views, and a relaxing atmosphere. Wood Lake Battlefield Monument |
This state monument is a fifty-foot granite shaft erected in memory of seven soldiers who died during the last battle of the Dakota War, known as the Battle of Wood Lake. Both the monument and a marker were placed on an acre of the Wood Lake Battlefield in Echo.
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Yellow Medicine County covers an area of 758 square miles, which includes 21 townships and 10 communities. The county is nestled between the Minnesota River Valley and the Coteau des Prairies, making it an area full of rich natural resources. The name of the county is derived from the Dakota word Pejuhutazizi, which is the name of the bitter root of the moonseed plant used by the Native Americans for medicinal purposes. The entire area is rich in Dakota heritage as members of the Dakota Nation found the prairie to be a bountiful place to live. Yellow Medicine County is full of scenic views, friendly people, unique communities, and so much to do.
Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Machinery Museum |
An extensive agriculture collection of tractors, vintage automobiles, gas engines, and beautiful handmade quilts fills a former two-story schoolhouse in Hanley Falls.
Yellow Medicine County Fair |
Livestock shows, carnival rides, motor shows, entertainment, food vendors, and more all await you at the Yellow Medicine County Fair at the fairgrounds in Canby, held annually on the third week/weekend in July.
Two Community & Technical Colleges |
Minnesota West offers community and technical college training opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;online, on-campus, and customized. Campuses are located in Canby and Granite Falls.
Timm County Park | Located on the north
shore of Wood Lake, this popular park offers a recently developed campground with water and 110-volt electrical service at each site. Other amenities include a picnic shelter, swimming area, boat ramp and dock.
Oraas County Park | Located along US
Hwy 59, this relaxing park is a great setting for neighborhood gatherings, family camping, and convenient wayside rest for travelers. (top, left to right) Yellow Medicine County Courthouse, MN West, (bottom) MN Machinery Museum
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Canby & Clarkfield For all of Canby’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/canby For all of Clarkfield’s attractions visit prairiewaters.com/clarkfield
Canby
Stone Hill & Del Clark Lake | Offers
a hiking/biking trail that leads to Canby, lake with a sandy beach, playground, showers and restrooms, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic area, fishing, camping hookups and more.
Hat Daze | Canby proudly hosts the annual community festival known as Hat Daze, held over Father’s Day weekend. Visit www.canbychamber.com for details.
Music in the Park | The Canby Area Arts Council sponsors several events, including Music in the Park on several Mondays in the summer at Central Park. Food is available. Lund-Hoel Museum | Take a tour of the
Lund-Hoel House Museum, proudly showcasing American-Victorian architecture.
MN West Community & Technical College | Offers community and technical
college training opportunities—online, on-campus, and customized. Visit page 27 for details.
Canby Theater | Recently reopened in 2016 by local residents, visitors can enjoy the latest movies and classic throwbacks!
Clarkfield
Charter School | Clarkfield Area Charter School is a small K-6 school with staff who provide excellence in education.
NEW Daycare Center | Tiny Sprouts Daycare on the Prairie is an educational based daycare center that opened in 2018. Cardinal Days | Cardinal Days is a great
reason to come to Clarkfield, with new events added each year, including a car show and a street dance.
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Granite Falls For all of Granite Fallsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attractions visit prairiewaters.com/granite-falls
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Historic Roebling Footbridge | This
280-foot-long historic footbridge was built in 1935 and underwent rehabilitation in 2014. It is significant as it is a rare example of a suspension bridge in Minnesota. Stroll on over to the Kiwanis Popcorn Stand, marking its 100th anniversary in 2019.
Granite Area Arts Council | The
council believes in enhancing life through art with the ability it has to connect people and build healthy and vibrant communities. They showcase local artists, host art classes, and have open gallery hours throughout the week.
Memorial Park | Camping spots, electrical hookups, shelter house, and showersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Memorial Park has all the amenities for a comfortable stay. Lee-Mar Ranch Equine Center | This
center helps students experience physical, emotional, and mental gains through therapeutic horseback riding. The facility consists of an indoor arena, stables, and 9.23 acres of land.
Kilowatt Community Center | This multi-
purpose activity center includes an indoor pool, new water slide, multi-purpose room, fitness room, indoor track, and numerous meeting rooms.
Fagen Fighters WWII Museum | Home to a pristine collection of fully operational, active aircraft and vehicles from World War II. Also featured are fine art, bronze sculptures, and interactive multimedia displays. Through a self-guided experience, look into the lives and legacy of the Greatest Generation. Andrew J. Volstead House | 2019 is the 100th anniversary of the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act, which enforced Prohibition. The Volstead House, now made into a museum, will host special events in 2019 and 2020. (top, left to right) Fagen Fighters, Granite Falls Roebling Footbridge, (bottom) Granite Falls Downtown Mural
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Historic Downtown | Historic Footbridge | Andrew Volstead House | Fagen Fighters WWII Museum
GRANITE FALLS www.VisitGraniteFalls.com | GFChamber@mvtvwireless.com MINNESOTA’S MACHINERY MUSEUM
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Visit the ANDREW VOLSTEAD HOUSE MUSEUM
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ATM Locations Granite Falls Bank 24-Hour ATM
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Almich’s Market
1340 9th Street Granite Falls, MN
MN West Community & Technical College
1593 11th Avenue Granite Falls, MN
Granite Falls Airport Minnesota Locations Clara City Echo Granite Falls Howard Lake Lake Lillian Maynard Murdock Watertown
Montana Locations Great Falls Lincoln Seeley Lake (844)772-4258
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