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INSIDE SCENE 6 BIG fun: EXTREME PUMPKIN GROWING

Unique hobby gaining ground in Otter Tail County

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Area state parks to host fall color activities 10 FALL FUN WITH THE FAMILY

Spend some time outdoors and then head inside for crafts and cookies

12 short-term plans, long-term results

Conservation efforts made today help create a better tomorrow

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17 broadening their horizons

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Joe Werner is one of the Perham area’s next generation of farmers. With his father, Albert, he cares for about 1,200 head of cattle and grows 700 acres of corn. They have breeder cows, cow and calf pairs, and heifers, as well as steers they sell in the fall.

He also has a hobby – growing giant pumpkins.

He started three years ago, the same

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year he married the love of his life, Jessie. In that first year, he grew a giant pumpkin big enough to be a winner at a local contest. It reached 870 pounds, but then, unfortunately, split. Just one day before his wedding.

“I had no idea what I was doing that first year,” Joe admitted during a recent interview.

It went a little better his second year, though the pumpkins weren’t the only things growing at the Werner household – the family itself was get-

ting bigger. The couple was expecting a baby girl.

“I was afraid I might be pollinating pumpkins while (Jessie) was having the baby,” Joe said, and they both laughed at the thought.

He grew a pumpkin that reached 940 pounds that second year, but then it split, making it unsuitable for a contest.

Now in his third year of growing giant pumpkins, it’s clear Joe has learned a great deal since those early days. He

currently tends three vines in a fenced- ished. If frost threatens later in the sea- for prizes at the annual giant pumpkin son, he will cover the vines. To protect weigh-off in Ottertail. in patch near his house, and the vines This year’s weigh-off, hosted by the pumpkins from sunburn, he covers look lush and green and the pumpkins The Williams Company, will take them with sheets. are free of any blemishes. place on Saturday, Oct. 19. Prizes will The big one now takes a king-sized Joe is hoping that the biggest one range from $50 up to $400. There will reach 1,700 pounds, and, if it does, sheet. will even be a category for the ugliest Joe said the most labor-intensive he’d like to enter it in one of the bigger pumpkin. growing time is in June, but the pumpcontests.

Ottertail is one of just a few comkins have to be kept growing and in The state record for the last two munities in the state that host official good shape until mid-October, when years has been a 1,630-pound pumpgiant pumpkin weigh-offs. Stillwater Ottertail’s annual contest takes place. kin. If things go well, Joe might be also has one, as does Delano and To interest others in growing giant able to top that.

Pelican Rapids. pumpkins, Joe organizes a seed sale.

Growing giant pumpkins is just a Along with the seeds he hobby for Joe, but it is one that sells, Joe puts together seed takes a great deal of attention. starting tips and a list of reTo get a pumpkin big enough sources for growers. He recto enter into competition, Joe ommends one website in parstarts with a champion seed. He ticular, BigPumpkins.com. This started his seeds this year on site’s mission is to promote April 23. During the growing the hobby of giant pumpkin season, the vines are trimmed and giant squash growing by and the tendrils from each of the helping newcomers get started. leaf nodes are buried so that they It publishes pictures of world will form a root. Joe said there record-setting pumpkins, such were about 4,500 leaf nodes. He as Ron Wallace’s 2012 world only pollinates the fruit on the record 2,009-pound pumpkin, main vine and removes all the grown in Rhode Island. female flowers on the side vines.

The website also provides A giant pumpkin can grow by a place for growers to post as many as 30 pounds a day. The Lina Belar/FOCUS diaries so they can learn from biggest pumpkin in Joe’s patch At day 42, this pumpkin already weighs more than 800 pounds. each other and study a variety this year weighed 131 pounds Joe’s pumpkin vines (background) are very well cared for. of growing techniques. at just 20 days. By day 42, it A young pumpkin in the back is shrouded in a sheet for Other websites, such as weighed more than 800 pounds, protection from the sun. extremepumpkinstore.com, list which he figures is about half of the tools, services and supplies what its final size will be. that new growers will need to succeed.

Over the winter, he contacts other Joe regularly tests the plants for This site also offers free soil test report pumpkin growers for their prize-winnutrients and sprays the foliage to add ning seeds, which he resells for $5 and reading and recommendations, and will more nutrients and prevent fungal dishelp design a customized fertilizing eases. At mid-season, he deadheads the up (seeds from the 2012 world record program or irrigation system. pumpkin were listed at $150 each). vines and concentrates on keeping the existing leaves healthy and well nourThe seeds are then sold to raise money SEPTEMBER 2013 FALL Scene | 7

Weather critical in determining fall colors • Colors are best when high quality foliage, a product of a warm, moist summer, is exposed to sunny, cool fall days.

• Light frosts may also help, but hard freezes can ruin the display.

• Physiological stresses on trees can impact the colors.

• Cool, wet summers can cause premature displays of color.

• A mild summer drought may actually increase the display, but severe drought usually dulls colors noticeably.

• In some cases, foliage may die early and turn straw-colored due to a lack of water.

• Because it is too dry to produce the vibrant reds, yellows and oranges, a severe summer drought will create a landscape filled with subtler colors of tans, bronzes and auburns.

Source: Jane Albers, DNR Forest Health Specialist out of Grand Rapids, Minn., from the DNR website.

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Color your world Area state parks to host fall color activities Perham Focus staff report

The rolling countryside between Perham and Fergus Falls is known throughout the state as a prime place for fall color watching.

Explore Minnesota Tourism tells travelers to be sure and check out Highways 108 and 78, along with any other Otter Tail County roads of their choosing, to take in the views during the normal peak season of late September to early October.

Visitors will get an eyeful not only of the bright yellows, oranges and reds that paint the landscape every fall, but will also take in the many lakes, hills, farmsteads and other features that make this area so unique.

For those willing to take a little hike, a can’t-miss spot for fall color viewing is Inspiration Peak, off County Road 38.

From the top of the peak, it’s all woods for as far as the eye can see, in all directions. In the fall, the view is especially grand.

The area’s two state parks, Maplewood and Glendalough, are also well known for their fall colors. Both parks offer special events to cater to color watchers and promote autumn tourism.

Every year, Maplewood holds Leaf Days, a celebration of fall colors that includes a number of scheduled educational and recreational activities for the public to enjoy.

“The Friends of Maplewood will be hosting two weekends of events,” said Jeff Fjestad, of Maplewood State Park.

Leaf Days events will take place the last weekend of September and the first weekend of October, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All activities will begin at the Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter.

One of these activities, Nature Photography for Beginners, will include a half-hour instructional portion as well as an outdoor photography session. According to

the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website, participants in this activity will learn how to take shots of wildlife, plants and landscapes. Digital cameras will be available to those who don’t bring their own. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The course will start at 10:30 a.m. on both Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. 29.

Also starting at 10:30 a.m., Sept.

28 only, will be a class on drawing Maplewood landscapes. Lila Stoffel, a retired Minnesota State University of Moorhead Professor of Art, will teach landscape drawing with colored pencils and chalk pencils. All ages will be welcome, but children should be accompanied by an adult. Supplies will be provided.

Later that day, starting at 1:30 p.m., preschool and school-aged children will be able to learn about the many different animals that make their homes in trees, and will make a craft project to take home.

On Saturday, Oct. 5, Maplewood will host its third annual digital scavenger hunt as a part of Leaf Days. Teams of up to five people, digital cameras in hand, will explore and take pictures of the park’s fall color displays. There will be a beginner’s division and an advanced division. The first three teams in each division that make it back to the registration table within an hour with the most correct pictures will win prizes.

Registration will start at 1:45 p.m., with the scavenger hunt to follow at 2 p.m.

For more information on Leaf Days, call the park at 218-863-8383.

Maplewood is located seven miles east of Pelican Rapids on State Highway 108.

At Glendalough, which is located south of Ottertail (take Highway 78 south to County Highway 16 east to the park entrance), visitors will be able to enjoy the fall colors from the seats of their own bicycles.

Glendalough will be hosting a fall color bike tour on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. This casual 4-mile ride will take participants along the park’s newly completed bike trail. A guide will discuss the fall changes in the prairie and forest, while riders enjoy the autumn scenery.

For more information, call the park at 218-864-0110.

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Fall fun with the family Elizabeth Huwe/FOCUS

Supplies are simple: leaves, white paper, and unwrapped crayons.

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Weekends in the fall can be a difficult time to fill. Kids are busy with homework, sports and other events.

The holiday season begins to loom in the future. Not to mention, no one knows what the weather will be, and it will probably change within five minutes.

While it’s tempting to stay inside at this time of year, try to get out, about and into the autumn atmosphere. A little forethought and creativity is everything needed for an awesome autumn outing that the whole family will enjoy.

Step 1: Wander the Wonderful Woods Create your own digital scavenger hunt.

Try to keep a location in mind while creating the list. Where will it be? Is it Grandpa’s farm, a nature reserve, a local park or the woods by the lake?

Location will affect what sort of items are around.

An alternative would be to have an ABC hunt. Find something for each let-

ter of the alphabet, and whoever finds the most, wins.

While wandering and searching, don’t forget to enjoy the beautiful fall color, and gather some favorite leaves for the next project on this list. If a plant is unfamiliar, try using a field book or smartphone app to identify it.

No one wants to get poison ivy.

Step 2: LEAF IT TO THE ARTISTS After the scavenger hunt, bring some leaves back home for a simple, yet fun art project.

“The kids like doing leaf rubbings after we go outside,” said Sharon Kalina of Cuddlebug Care in Perham.

Supplies for leaf rubbings are usually easy to find: leaves, white paper and some crayons without wrappers.

Lay the leaf with the bottom, veined side facing up, and then place white paper over the leaf.

Hold the crayon chunk so the longer side rubs across the leaf.

According to Kalina, this is also a good way to use up crayon stubs and other broken bits.

Kalina suggested cutting and gluing kids’ favorite rubbings onto construction paper.

Laminated sheets can then be used as unique placemats for Thanksgiving.

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Layering leaves is another way to experiment with leaf rubbing.

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Use even pressure while rubbing to capture more of the leaf’s detail.

Encourage kids to experiment with mixing colors or different leaves.

“I have them use different fall colors … really neat to see the leaf appear,” said Kalina.

What happens if the leaf is moved? How does it look after two leaves are layered? Which colors look nicest together?

Step 3: rake in the refreshments After a scavenger hunt and craft, chances are, a snack will be in order.

These rake-shaped cookies are sure to be a huge hit. Have a hot mug of apple cider or cocoa to wash it down while everyone shares their favorite moments from the day.

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Short-term plans, long-term results

Conservation efforts made today help create a better tomorrow Elizabeth Huwe/FOCUS

More than 20 people joined the Soil and Water Conservation District’s tour of projects around the Ottertail area on Aug. 29.

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Conservation is a year-long commitment for the members of East and West Otter Tail’s Soil and Water Conservation Districts, or SWCD. In fact, conservation is the foundation of everything they do.

On Aug. 29, the two SWCDs held a tour around Ottertail to demonstrate some of their work and explain why it is so vitally important to the area. The dedication of the local team ensures that progress has and will continue to happen.

Working for results Darren Newville, district manager of the East Otter Tail SWCD, said partnerships with assorted agencies and private 12 | FALL Scene SEPTEMBER 2013

citizens are vital to completing projects and reaching goals.

The conservation districts work with the Department of Natural Resources, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, state and federal Department of Agriculture, and more.

Of course, even the best of partnerships can run into the occasional snag.

“It took us two years to get the permit for this,” said Newville, about a project to save an eroding river bank.

Why did the permit take so long?

“The DNR doesn’t like using rock,” he said. “They wanted wood.”

Over a five-year span, somewhere between 10 and 15 feet of riverside was swept away, according to the project’s engineer. Highline poles had to be moved

back when they were no longer stable.

The river was carving its way closer to a home and other buildings.

The four stone “stream barbs” were finally installed in October 2012. The rock projections were engineered at specific angles to redirect the current of the Otter Tail River away from the vulnerable bank.

Even with this past spring’s high water conditions, the project stayed in place.

Today, it continues to prevent any further erosion.

“We create short-term plans with the aim of creating long-term results,” explained Newville.

When the barbs deflect water, a small dead pool is created, where bits of dirt and other sediment settle to the bottom.

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Brad Mergens, district manager for the West Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District, and Bruce Becker (above right), a Natural Resources Conservation Service district conservationist, explain the process and effects of a wetland restoration program. The 10 acres of restored wetland now drain into Leaf Lake. Four weather stations (above) like this have been installed in Otter Tail County to monitor moisture and other atmospheric data.

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Rain gardens are strategically installed to prevent precipitation from running into other water sources and eroding soil.

Eventually, a sand bar will form and continue to protect the spot.

The benefits of stopping the damage are even more far reaching.

“Our soil is naturally high in phosphorus, which algae needs,” Newville continued. “When topsoil goes into the water system, phosphorus levels go up, and so does the amount of algae.”

Out of control algae growth can then negatively affect the other aquatic life.

It’s a cycle that can easily be spun off course.

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Eric Larson, area engineer for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, checks a stream barb in the Otter Tail River in October 2012.

Stream barbs deflect the river’s current from a weakened bank. The Soil and Water Conservation District estimates that at least 10 feet of bank has been eroded over the past five years

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Carl Moen shows Bruce Becker and Darin Newville trees which were recently planted on his land to improve a creek’s water quality.

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Private land, public benefits “It’s really fun to see the end product when you get out in the field and see what’s utilized from everything,” said Julie Welter, the county executive director for East Otter Tail’s Farm Service Agency.

She and others from the SWCD’s partner organizations were along for the tour of completed conservation projects.

One of the highlights was Carl Moen’s series of land and water management improvements.

“When I grew up here in 1951,” said Moen, “we were watering the cattle out of the creek.

I just looked at it like … I’m very close to the lake, so it was very easy for the lake people to look at me and be critical of the cattle.

One’s there taking a pee in the water, and another one was drinking it. I figured there was no way I could win.”

Moen was motivated by more than grossed-out lake-goers.

“I very much wanted to do what we did, and get the cattle fenced out of the creek. I think we’ve basically done as much as we could do to avoid any criticism of me as a farmer doing anything to pollute the lake.

Everything I’ve done has been to improve water quality.”

Through the Conservation Reserve Program and Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program, Moen has planted more than 10 varieties of shrubs and trees along his creek.

These plants filter the water, hold soil in place, and provide food for wildlife.

Downstream, Moen said, the pleasant water enticed a beaver to build a dam. When the water pools near the dam, more silt filters out, and the water’s quality improves again as it flows to the lake.

It’s that same cycle, again and again.

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Richard Tomhave enjoys fall hunting and fishing in the Perham area and other parts of Otter Tail County. He recently inspected his 12-gauge shotgun in anticipation of this fall’s duck and goose hunting.

Fall 2013 hunting and fishing seasons Waterfowl (including ducks) season: Sept. 21 to Nov. 19 (north of Highway 210) Early Canada Goose season: Sept.

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Many Otter Tail County residents, especially hunters and fishermen, say that fall is the best season of the year.

Among those is Richard Tomhave, an outdoorsman who fishes and hunts in many parts of the county, including areas in rural Perham.

“This is the time of year to have your firearms cleaned, and make sure your other fall hunting and fishing provisions are in place,” said Tomhave. “One of my favorite fall activities is goose hunting, and as early as August I want to make sure that my goose decoys are in order.”

Tomhave and other active outdoorsmen take seriously their efforts to check out all fall hunting and fishing provisions.

They make sure they have adequate supplies, purchase items they’ll need for the upcoming season, and do everything else they need to do in order to make fall hunting and fishing fun and successful.

“You can never plan ahead too much,” said Tomhave.

He started hunting at a slough near the family farm northwest of Fergus Falls as a teenager in the 1960s, along what’s now referred to as Weyrens Road, where he built a new home several years ago.

“Yes, duck hunting is something I look forward to every year, and I can hunt a very short distance from my home” he said. “Over the years I’ve been fortunate to shoot my share of mallards, wood ducks and teal. Goose hunting is something I also enjoy doing.”

Tomhave, for the past several years, also has enjoyed fall walleye fishing with a professional guide on various lakes in Otter Tail County.

“Fall is a beautiful time for fishing,” he said, “and we usually have good luck catching walleye. Plus, after Labor Day, there aren’t as many boats on the area lakes.”

Tomhave also plans to purchase a fall turkey hunting license. The licenses can be bought online, by telephone and where hunting and fishing licenses are sold. Each turkey hunter will be required to select a hunt area prior to purchasing a license.

“Turkey hunting has really grown in popularity in recent years,” he said.

“In fact, noted Minnesota outdoorsman Rick Schara says that turkey hunting is now his favorite sport. There are lots of good turkey hunting areas throughout our county.”

Rick Long came to live in Otter Tail County in 1975 and has been an avid duck hunter in this area for just short of 40 years. His favorite place to hunt is at a diving duck spot where he shoots mostly ringbills, bluegills and redhead ducks.

Long’s main hunting partner over the years has been Van Ellig. Since Ellig is still in his working years, the retired Long often hunts alone at their duck blind. When together, they rely on Ellig’s hunting dog for duck retrieval. Long also uses a boat to retrieve fallen ducks.

“We have a variety of duck decoys that we use,” Long said. “Van and I, over the years, have averaged close to 25 days of hunting together each fall.

We don’t see each other very often at other times during the year, so it’s this time when we catch up on news about what our families are doing. It’s great camaraderie.”

Hunting and fishing openers are a Minnesota sporting tradition, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources wants outdoorsmen to be ready to go.

The DNR has a recruitment and retention program goal to provide more opportunities for Minnesotans to connect with their hunting and fishing heritage.

Youth groups, hunting organizations and service organizations are the primary partners with DNR on recruitment and retention projects. Any individual or organization that has ideas for new projects or wants to become involved in existing projects should contact the nearest DNR office.

Examples of projects include organizing special youth hunting events, the National Archery in the Schools Program, and mentoring programs.

The DNR is promoting National Hunting and Fishing Day this year on Saturday, Sept. 28. Outdoorsmen say, “Join us in a nationwide celebration.

Hunt, fish and share the pride.”

Museums open their doors to more than historical displays

Members of the Lady Slippers Garden Club held their annual garden show in the Main Gallery of the In Their Own Words Veterans Museum this year. More and more community groups are beginning to utilize space within ITOW for their events.

Perham is home to not one, but two exceptional museums.

And lately, those museums have been broadening their reach beyond the usual historical exhibits, becoming centers of social activity and entertainment.

The Friends of the Museum, which oversees both the History Museum of East Otter Tail County and the In Their Own Words (ITOW) Veterans Museum, has been offering space for a variety of public uses.

Recently, ITOW has been host to a garden show, a Rotary meeting and a child’s birthday party.

“While veterans activities will always have priority scheduling at the ITOW, there is plenty of space outside of the exhibit hall and time in the schedule for a variety of community uses,” said Darla Ellingson, Friends of the Museum CEO. “The former VFW building went through $1 million renovation, and has several beautiful rooms that can be used for ongoing or one-time use.”

Venues include a 250-capacity main gallery, two meeting rooms, and a midsize room for events of about 75 people.

Rooms are served by an auxiliary space that can be used for catering set-up, and accessible bathrooms, with rates that are competitive to area community centers.

operations, with the former VFW streetside lobby used to accept donations of re-saleable merchandise from the public.

Down the road, the History Museum of East Otter Tail County has opened its doors to pirates and murderers – well, stories of them, at least.

A free monthly speaker series landed treasure hunter Terry Shannon in August, who engaged guests with tales of scouring the Florida treasure coast for Spanish Plate Fleet artifacts.

September’s event featured author Shirlee Taylor, who wrote about Perham’s double murder and lynching in the summer of 1882.

To see what’s coming up next at the history museum, visit its face book page, or go to the website, historymuseumeot. com. Visitors are also encouraged to stop by and see the place in person, at 230 First Avenue North.

For more information about renting space at ITOW, contact Ellingson at darlaellingson@itowmuseum.org or call 346-7678. ITOW is located at 805 West Main Street and can also be found at itowmuseum.org and on facebook.

Both museums are generally open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, though hours may vary seasonally.

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The ITOW Veterans Museum in Perham is broadening its horizons, opening up to the public as a rentable space for group gatherings.

While single-day events are welcome, Ellingson hopes to encourage use by groups or businesses that have a weekly need for space.

“Having the ITOW active, especially during the day, will increase awareness for the veterans’ stories contained in the museum exhibits while financially supporting both museums,” said Ellingson.

“The community benefits from affordable rates and the earned income assists our nonprofit to be more self-sustaining.”

The Friends group already runs an allvolunteer thrift store in the front of the ITOW building to help support museum

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Dining Guide Check out these great restaurants for a variety of delicious options

perham/OTTERTAIL The Cactus The Cactus is open daily for lunch at 11 a.m.

Our dinner menu is available at 5 p.m. Enjoy fine dining in a casual atmosphere. We are known for our hand cut steaks prepared oer charcoal. The Cactus menu ranges from seafood and steaks, ribs, poultry, pasta and salads to burgers, baskets and pizzas. Our full bar and wine list compliments any menu entrée. Opens at 11:00 a.m. Outdoor patio seating available.

43521 Fort Thunder Road, Perham 218-346-2554 www.thecactusperham.com Mills Lanes Over 270,000 burgers served! Open bowling all summer. Open for lunch and dinner. Burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and salads. Kids menu. Ice Cream Cones. Daily specials for lunch and dinner.

Domestic and imported beers. Burger basket bspeicial s on Tuesdays! Dine in or carry out.

Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Saturdays Noon-Close (Closed Sundays Memorial Day thru Labor Day).

407 East Centennial Drive, New York Mills 218-385-3691 The Otter Supper Club and Lodge The Otter Supper Club and Lodge in Ottertail City, Minnesota is where you will want to be when you come off the Lake. Whether you are looking for a great meal, a drink from the knotty pine log bar, beer, wine & liquor, live entertainment or a nice hotel in Ottertail to spend the night or the week; The Otter is the place to find it. Open year round. www.ottersupperclub.com The Otter Supper Club 306 North Highway 78, Ottertail 218-367-2525 Willy T’s Tavern & Grill Food made from scratch with generous portions at a reasonable price.

Try the double-pattied burgers and homemade pizzas. Tator tots, walleye eggrolls, and Yankee pot roast are

house specialties. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with patio dining available!

Thumper Pond Resort 300 Thumper Lodge Road Ottertail MN 56571 (218) 367-6508 • www.thumperpond.com

detroit lakes BJ’s bARBEQUE shack We are a locally owned and operated Barbecue Restaurant. Featuring mouth-watering slow cooked meats, smoked to perfection on site. Offering a variety of sides. Full bar with over 15 beers on tap, miniature golf, fire pits, outdoor seating and live entertainment. Dine-in, Take-out and Catering.

15857 US Hwy 59 • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-7427 Bleachers Bar & Grill If sports, burgers and beer rank high on your score board, then come to Bleachers for a hat trick. Voted the best burgers in the Lakes Area, new to menu, taco grinders, philly sandwich, french fries, ALL the sports games you could ever hope to watch on their 4 huge flat screen TV’s and a scenic deck overlooking Dead Shot Bay for relaxing outdoors. 1/2 price appetizers on Thursdays, Karaoke throughout the year. Don’t forget about 2-4-1 burgers every Sunday!

25807 Cty. Hwy. 22 • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820 Callaway Liquor Store If daily drink specials, Cadillac Jack Gaming machines, Bingo and Pull Tab Tournaments plus great pizzas sound like a good time to you, then look no further than the Callaway Liquor Store! We’re closer than you think and definitely worth the 10 minute cruise up Hwy. 59.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Hwy 59 N. • Callaway, MN • 218-375-3133 Cenex Community Coops Hot Stuff Pizza A&W If quality and convenience is what you’re looking for, then head on over to the Cenex

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Convenience Store located on Hwy. 34 East.

Fresh made pizzas from Hot Stuff and famous A&W cheeseburgers are sure to satisfy your appetite. If you’re in a hurry, use the drive thru located on the South side of the building.

911 Hwy. 34 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3190 Country Kitchen If you’re looking for a true “mainstay” in Detroit Lakes, Country Kitchen is your spot. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, this is the place to be. Great food, great service, what else could there be. We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe summer season. See you all soon!

705 Hwy 10 E. • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-0472 Holiday Inn When you come into the Icehouse Restaurant, the first thing you will notice is the view. Overlooking Big Detroit Lake, you will experience both sunrises and sunsets with windows from floor to ceiling and seasonal lakeside patio seating. During the cold months, we keep the fireplace lit for your comfort. If you are looking for a sports bar environment, you could select the Holiday Beach Bar & Grill, complete with 10 flat panel televisions and excellent menu.

1155 Hwy 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-2121 • www.holidayinndl.com Hotel Shoreham Since 1910, the Hotel Shoreham has been greeting guests with lakeside beauty, fine cuisine and famous pizzas. Take a journey back in time when you step into this historical landmark for a memorable dining experience.

You’ll enjoy the ambiance as much as their famous ribs, seafood, steak and pastas.

1/2 mile west of Detroit Country Club on Lake Melissa. 218-847-9894 Main Street Restaurant If you want to experience one of Detroit Lakes’ ‘local hangouts’, you have to stop

by Main Street Restaurant! They have been voted the “Best Breakfast in Town” and they are sure to deliver. Main Street Restaurant offers quality, homemade food and big portions at a reasonable price.

Hours: Mon-Fri. 7:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Sat. 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

900 Washington Ave. • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3344

Speak easy We offer a full menu of Italian and American cuisine. Nightly specials Monday through Friday. Stop in for lunch and enjoy delicious sandwiches, salads and pastas.

We have something for everyone and we are the perfect choice for catering and for weddings and parties. Call or stop in today!

1100 N Shore Dr • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-1326 • speakeasyrestaurant.com

park rapids Bella Caffé Serving fine Italian espresso drinks, wine, great lunches and antipasto daily. Also, undeniable desserts and baked treats.

Open daily at 7 am - 6 pm, Fri. 7 am - 8 pm and Sun. at 9 am - 4 pm. Also a wireless hot spot. • 116 Third St. W., Park Rapids, 218-732-7625.

Beyond Juice Meal in a Cup Beyond Juice offers healthy and delicious choices! 100% fresh fruit smoothies, freshmade deli sandwiches and homemade soups and crisp salads. Try our new breakfasts. Children’s menu. We deliver and cater. Open 7 days a week: Mon.-Wed. 9 am - 6 pm, Thurs.-Sat. 9 am - 9 pm. Sun. 10 am-4 pm. • 203 South Main Street, Park Rapids, 218-732-0422.

Blueberry Pines Restaurant Blueberry Pines Restaurant offers the area’s best fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, fresh cut meats, hand-pattied burgers, pizza & appetizers. New fabulous brunch buffet Sundays from 10 am - 1 pm. An extensive wine list and the area’s best service staff. Live dining entertianment Fri. &?Sat. evenings & during Sunday’s brunch. Enjoy the comfort of our log clubhouse and wonderful outdoor scenery.

Open Mon. - Sat. 11 am, Sunday Brunch 10 am - 1 pm, serving food til 9 pm daily. Call for off-season hours. • Located south of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71. 218-564-4653. www. blueberrypinesgolf.com Companeros Companeros great Mexican food, drink and fun! Deliciously prepared with the finest ingredients served in delightful Mexican surroundings by the best amigos around. Margaritas (real and alcohol-free) ~ numero uno! Mexican beers on special.

Families and any size groups welcome. All food and our famous margarita mix available for takeout. Summer: Open daily at

noon. Call for spring & fall hours. • On the boardwalk in Dorset. 218-732-7624. See us on Facebook or visit www.companerosofdorset.com.

Dorset House Choose from our large selection of homemade pizzas and old-fashioned ice cream treats. Try one of ours or create your own. Tantalizing all-you-can-eat evening buffet, fabulous lunchmenu, wonderful homemade soups, salads & pies. Let our old-fashioned decor bring out the kid in you. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for spring & fall hours. • Just off the Heartland Trail in downtown Dorset. 218-732-5556.

Emmaville Store Historic country store & cafe featuring daily breakfast and lunch specials. Dinner specials on Friday and Saturday nights.

Sunday Breakfast Buffet and Taco Buffet Tuesday 5-7:30 pm. Also offering ice cream, shakes, sundaes & fabulous caramel rolls! Bar with pizzas and big screen TV. Open 7 days a week. Open 7 am-9 pm.

• 12 miles N. of Park Rapids on Co. Rd. 4 (Lake George Rd). 218-732-8544. www. emmavillestore.com.

Espresso 34 “The Simple Truth: Great Coffee.” Enjoy espresso, specialty drinks, brewed coffee, smoothies, Italian sodas, specialty breakfast sandwiches & lunch wraps.

Fresh-baked muffins & scones too! All at a specialty coffee shop. Drive-thru: Mon.-Sat. 6:34 am-6:34 pm. Sun. 8 am-4 pm. • Located at Hwy. 34 E., Park Rapids, across from L&M Fleet. 218-237-8500. www. espresso34.com.

Four Seas Chinese Restaurant Over 100 menu selections! Appetizers, entrees and combination platters. Lunch served daily from 11 am - 3 pm priced from $5.50. Fresh and delicious. Generous portions. Dine-in, take-out. Full menu served all day. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am - 9:30 pm, Sun. 11 am - 9 pm. • 322 S. Main, Park Rapids. 218-237-8888.

The Good Life Cafe We make our meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. Lunch and dinner menus offer a combination of traditional and adventurous dishes, including comfort foods, vegetarian and gluten-free. We prepare unique specials for each meal and refresh

our menu with the seasons. We also have 10 beers on tap, cocktails, wine, free WiFi, outdoor seating & a kids menu. Open every day at 11 am from Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend. Closed Sundays in the fall and winter. • 220 Main Ave. S., Park Rapids. 218-237-4212. www. thegoodlifecafepr.com.

Hilltop Inn Family dining at the south end of beautiful Long Lake. Two dining areas, one with TVs to watch your favorite sporting events. Our Famous Prime Rib now served nightly, plus BBQ’d ribs, walleye, steaks, chicken and seafood of all kinds. Burgers, sandwiches, wraps & salads. Kid’s menu. Several specials every night. Fine wines, domestic and imported beers. Open Sun.-Thurs. 4-9, Fri. &?Sat. 4-10. Closed Monday. • In Hubbard, 8 miles SE of Park Rapids. 218-732-5644. www.hubbardhilltop.com.

Lake George Cafe We do breakfast all day! Lunch menu, American food, lunch & dinner specials.

Open Tues.-Fri. 7 am - 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am - 5 pm. Closed Mon. • Hwy. 71, Lake George (37550 Night Hawk Rd.). 218699-3080.

Lobo’s Bar & Grill Legendary food & spirits! Try the best Angus burgers, enjoy prime rib & walleye Friday and Saturday nights, too. Dine in or carry out. Full bar and off sale. Food served: 11 am-10 pm Mon.-Sat., 12-10 pm Sun. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am-1 am; Sun. 12 noon-12 mid. • Located on Hwy. 200 next to Itasca State Park. 218-2663611.

Necce’s Ristorante Authentic Italian cuisine prepared fresh daily by Necce, our Tuscan Certified Chef!

Enjoy housemade Italian specilaities like sausage manicotti, lasagna classico, spaghetti & meatballs, chicken marsala, filet gorgonzola, Caeser salad & delicious desserts! Nightly specials! Fine wine & imported beer. Open 7 days a week for lunch & dinner! Open Mon.-Fri. at 11 am, Sat. & Sun. at 10 am for brunch. • 311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids. 218-237-4625.

Ranch House Supper Club Home of the giant popover! Nightly all-you-can-eat specials plus full menu.

Steaks, prime rib, seafood, chicken and

more. Largest soup and salad bar in the area!?Garden room, outdoor dining on deck. Full bar, fine wines. Mon.-Sat. 4:30 pm, Sun. 11:30 am. Reservations appreciated. • Located 4 miles North of Walker on Hwy. 371. 218-547-1540. www.ranchhousesupperclub.com.

Rapid River Logging Camp A 59-year tradition. ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT served family style. Open 7 days a week, Memorial weekend through Labor Day. Breakfast 7:30 am to 12 Noon. Dinner 1 pm - 9pm. Top off your logger’s meal with a stroll along the Fish Hook River. • Hwy. 71 N. Turn on Co. Rd. 18, follow signs.

218-732-3444.

The Royal The local favorite where you will enjoy possibly the BEST burger in northern Minnesota. Appetizers also available. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 11 am, Sun. at Noon. • 120 S. Main, Downtown Park Rapids. 218-732-9443.

Schwarzwald Restaurant Proudly serving German specialities. Try our wiener schnitzel, homemade noodles and red cabbage! Large Sunday smorgasbord 10:30 am-2 pm. Daily soup & sandwich specials, breakfast served all day, salad bar. German beer & wine. Open daily Monday - Saturday 7am - 8pm and Sunday 7am - 2pm. • Main Street, Park Rapids.

218-732-8828.

The Sun Porch at Summerhill Farm Lunch and dinner served in the serene country setting at Summerhill Farm in our charming dining room or outdoor Gazebo.

Relax after shopping with a special lunch and great service. Enjoy daily pizza and panini specials, delicious soups, salads and sandwiches and complement it with a glass of wine and one of our decadent desserts.

Enjoy delicious BBQ dinners Saturday nights beginning Memorial weekend. Children’s menu. Ice cream all day. Lunch daily 11-4; Dinner Sat. 5:30-8:30 beginning in June. • Hwy. 71 N., Park Rapids, 218-732-3865. www.summerhill farm.com.

3rd Street Market A unique shopping & lunch experience featuring homemade pies, soups, wraps & sandwiches; natural, gourmet & specialty foods; vitamins & supplements; health &

Things to do

September

Date TBD – Pumpkin Patch, in New York Mills

October

5 – Annual Harvest Fest, in Perham.

12 - Ladies Night Out, at

The Cactus Restaurant and Event Center in Perham 20 – Ottertail Pumpkin Festival (www.williamscompanystore.com) Date TBD – Halloween Party, at New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and Mills Lanes

November

beauty needs; books & gluten-free products. Market hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-4. Lunch served: Mon.-Sat. 11-3, coffee, pies & treats ‘til 4. • 120 W. 3rd St., Park Rapids. 218-732-9063.

The Family Inn & Lodge at Vacationaire Casual and fine dining in our dining room or on the deck overlooking beautiful Island Lake. Full menu, kids menu, broasted chicken eat-in or take out. Reservations recommended. Sunday brunch 8 am - 2 pm.

Dining room opens at 11 am daily. • 26333 Icon Drive, Park Rapids. 8 miles north of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71, right on Co. Rd. 89 for 1 mile. 732-5270.

Vallartas Mexican Grill Authentic, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine in downtown Park Rapids! Lunch and dinner menus, daily specials. Kids menu. Be sure to try our house specialty, the Tequila Burrito. Beer, wine...exelentes Margaritas!

Fun, relaxing atmosphere. You won’t want to leave! Outside dining on the patio. Familyowned and operated...20 years experience!

Take-out available. Wi-Fi. Open year ‘round.

11 am-9 pm daily • 2nd St. & Hwy. 71 (in the Armory). 218-237-2380.

Y Steak House Celebrating our 68th year in fine dining in the Park Rapids area. Prime rib nightly, walleye, jumbo shrimp, BBQ ribs, Alaskan king crab legs, choice steaks, chicken, combination meals, children’s menu, nightly specials, lite dining menu and your favorite beverage from the bar. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 4 pm - 10 pm, Fri. & Sat. 4 pm - 11 pm. Reservations appreciated. • 1 mi. north on Hwy. 71, Park Rapids. 218-732-4565.

Zhateau Zorbaz The perfect zummer-time atmozphere.

Enjoy a deliciouz margarita on our patio or come inzide and enjoy the A/C while checking out the 24 different draft beerz available. Play the latezt Golden Tee, Buck Hunter, Power Putt or any of our other fun arcadez. We have daily zpecialz and the bezt night-club experience for late-nite fun.

FIll up on pizza and Mexican food made frezh daily! Our bar and kitchen are open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 am. • Located at 22036 Co. 7, Park Rapidz. 218-2371969. Email: robb@zorbaz.com. www. zorbaz.com.

*Dates are subject to change.

2 – Annual FOCUS Christmas Plus Bazaar, at the Perham Area Community Center 29 – Holiday Parade of Lights, in downtown Perham after sundown

December

1-24 – Perham’s Christmas Promotion; holiday sales throughout town 7 – Otter Dazzle Parade of Lights; parade, chili cook-off and fireworks in Ottertail Dates TBD – New York Mills Community Christmas Party

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NEW YORK MILLS/PERHAM/RICHVILLE/DENT/VERGAS/OTTERTAIL RESORTS Northern Lights Resort 35387 Northern Lights Trail Richville, Mn 56576

218-758-2343 800-758-3121 www.northernlightsresort.com email: nlr@northernlightsresort.com Vince & Cheryl Prososki

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Water/electric hookups. All cabins air conditioned housekeeping. Wi-Fi available. Spring/Fall packages.

Pocahontas Resort, LlC 38034 Co. Hwy. 35 Dent, MN

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Whistle Stop Bed & Breakfast & Tea Room 107 E. Nowell St. New York Mills, Mn 56567

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When looking for your next vacation destination,

Look no further than Ottertail

For lodging information, please visit:

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With two great places to stay, three golf courses within ten miles, and easy access to some of the greatest lakes Minnesota has to offer,

For resort information, please visit:

thumperpond.com

Ottertail is where you want to be this summer!

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WINTER ACTIVITIES

GASOLINE

BAIT AVAILABLE

BOAT/MOTOR RENTAL/PONTOON

BOAT LAUNCH

GRILL

SAUNA/WHIRLPOOL

GOLF/NEAR/ON

TENNIS/NEAR/ON

PLAYGROUND

SWIMMING AREA

RECREATION ROOM

SCREENED PORCH

CONVENIENCE STORE

TELEVISION

PETS ALLOWED

LAUNDRY FACILITIES

INTERNET/WIFI

HOUSEKEEPING Cabins

AIR CONDITIONING

TUBS/SHOWERS/BOTH

HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

SHORT STAYS/ALL SEASON

ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

FISHING LICENSE

CONTACT

CAMPING/RV SITES

BUSINESS

NUMBER OF UNITS

EAST OTTER TAIL RESORTS

REAL ESTAT E Chad anderson

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Vaun roy Bruhn assoc. Broker 218-371-7213

Terry MarThaler sales associate 218-234-1361

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PerhamRealEstate.com 45073 Plentywood Rd Perham, MN 56573 • Super clean move in ready 2 bdrm home on spacious backlot • Public 20’ easment directly across road to access Rush Lake • Large garage, private backyard, beautiful landscaping $105,000 #20-10259

410 NE 7TH Ave Perham, MN 56573 • NEW, Affordable 3 bdrm 2 bath Twin Home • $2000 appliance allowance, Contract for Deed Option • Bi-level floorplan with Master bdrm and walk-in closet $137,500 #20-10014

53189 440TH St New York Mills, MN 56567 • 60 Acre Hobby Farm Setting with 3 bdrm steel sided home • Nice Barn, Hay shed, Pole shed, garage & storage shed • Deep well and Septic to be sold As-Is $140,000 #20-11546

36750 Oak Point Dr New York Mills, MN 56567 • Rush Lake Home with lakeside deck • 3 bdrm 2 bath Surrounded by mature Oak Trees • Perfect level Lot to the Lake, southern exposure $149,500 #20-10147

45169 N Little Pine Rd Perham, MN 56573 • Quiet rural setting with a view & breeze from Little Pine Lake • 5 bdrms, spacious interior, clean & well maintained • Large two stall garage, close to town, all tar roads $165,000 #20-11309

1013 NW 5TH Ave Perham, MN 56573 • Perfect, Clean, Maintained 3 bdrm 2 ba West Wind home • New Shingles, New Carpet, Professionally cleaned • Close to the walking track, golf course, and Lake. $179,500 #20-11542

53261 CR-142 New York Mills, MN 56567 • Custom Cedar Sided 3+ bdrm on 20 beautifully wooded & private acres • Wood burning fireplace, beautiful wood floors, cabinets & trim • Plus 24x40 detached shop with infloor heat, Bonus! $250,000 #20-9857

49118 428TH St Perham, MN 56573 • Beautiful 5 bdrm Country Home with A View of Big Pine Lake • Manicured and Irrigated Lot, Finished attached garage • Relax from the scenic decks on front & back of the Home $272,500 #20-10066

39362 Sandy Ln Perham, MN 56573 • Ottertail River home, sand beach, private views • New windows, flooring, shingles, siding, cabinet facing • Fenced for horses or cattle, great garden area $285,000 #20-11389

42224 Fawn Oaks Rd Dent, MN 56528 • Exquisite Property w/152’ of Berger Lakeshore • 3 BR 3 BA Log Home nestled on a Private 5 Acre Wooded Lot • Detached 30x40 Shed, with large heated shop area $399,000 #20-10656

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216 CTY HWY 1 OTTerTail MN 56571 • 2 bedrooms, 1 bath • Seasonal cabin located across the road from Ottertail Lake • Best buy for Ownership on Ottertail Lake $169,900 MLS#20-11540

OTTerTail MN 56571 • Recently updated Bar, Restaurant & Mini Golf Course • In the heart of Lake Country • Possible CFD $189,900 MLS#20-9549

402 FerGUS HeNNiNG MN 56551 • 4BR/2BA home is priced to sell!

• Hardwood flrs, oak woodwork in living & dining rooms • 2 open stairways to upper level $53,900 MLS#20-11446

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42018 SUGar Maple OTTerTail MN 56571 • Minutes from Ottertail and Long Lake Access • Back lot with yeararound 2 bedroom Mobile Home • Priced to sell $45,000 MLS#20-8558

44853 COzY Oak OTTerTail MN 56571 • Private 2 bedroom 1 bath get-away • 250 ft of frontage on a great fishing lake • Great for the do it yourselfer $199,900 MLS#20-10726

512 THree lakeS OTTerTail MN 56571 • Portage Lake 4 bedroom 3 bath walkout home • Close to Thumper Pond and area restaurants • Also has access to Donalds and Long Lakes $289,000 MLS#20-10805

42147 SUGar Maple Dr. OTTerTail MN 56571 • $14,000 under tax market value!

• Affordable 3 BR 2 BA double wide home with lake side deck on level lot • Located on 1173 acre Long Lake $99,000 MLS#20-11156

28032 reDHeaD UNDerWOOD MN 56586 • 3.5 acres with 333 feet frontage on Ottertail River • 3 bedroom 3 bath custom built home • Finished WO basement, vaulted ceilings, 56x30 garage $319,000 MLS#20-11163

38660 elDOraDO BeaCH BaTTle lake MN 56515 • 180 ft. of shoreline on Ottertail’s north shore • 4 bedroom 3.5 bath brick home with WO basement • Private tennis court, full wall stone fireplace $449,000 MLS#20-10447

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Of course we face changing Health care needs over a lifetime, and

We know this calls for a talented team of professionals.

TCHC MEDICAL STAFF: GENERAL SURGERY: Thomas Van Bruggen, MD, FACS David Kloss, MD, FACS

FAMILY MEDICINE: Tim Schmitt, MD Matthew Yelle, MD Steve Davis, MD John Pate, MD Shaneen Schmidt, MD Bobbi Adams, MD MaryLee Legried, MD Nicole Strand, MD Heidi Olson, MD Ben Hess, MD Kevin Wentworth, MD Robert Muller, MD

Your health care needs – a dynamic part of life that continually changes throughout your lifetime.

With 87 years of experience caring for patients of all ages, we value the team approach to your health.

Medical Staff Tri-County Health Care has clinics proudly in Bertha, Ottertail, Henning, Sebeka and Wadena to care for you and your entire family.

Thomas VanBruggen, MD General Surgery - FACS

David Kloss, MD General Surgery - FACS

Tim Schmitt, MD Family Medicine

Matthew Yelle, MD Family Medicine

Steve Davis, MD Family Medicine

John Pate, MD Family Medicine

Shaneen Schmidt, MD Family Medicine

Bobbi Adams, MD Family Medicine

MaryLee Legried, MD Family Medicine

Nicole Strand, MD Family Medicine

Heidi Olson, MD Family Medicine

Ben Hess, MD Family Medicine

Kevin Wentworth, MD Family Medicine

Robert Muller, MD Family Medicine

Gerald McCullough, MD Radiology

Greg Smith, MD Pathology

Aaron Larson, MD Psychiatry

Janelle Strom, MD OB/GYN

Jennifer Arnhold, MD OB/GYN

Robert Davis PA-C

Renae Galbrecht PA-C

Thomas Weston PA-C

Barb Heier PA-C

Kayla Brunkow PA-C

Jill Wilkens PA-C

Tina Hulse PA-C

Lorinda Zigan PA-C

Linda Kuismi FNP

SPECIALITY CARE: Gerald McCullough, MD, Radiology Greg Smith, MD, Pathology Aaron Larson, MD, Psychiatry Janelle Strom, MD, OB/GYN Jennifer Arnhold, MD, OB/GYN

MID-LEVEL PROVIDERS: Robert Davis, PA-C Renae Galbrecht, PA-C Thomas Weston, PA-C Barb Heier, PA-C Kayla Brunkow, PA-C Jill Wilkens, PA-C Tina Hulse, PA-C Lorinda Zigan, PA-C Linda Kuismi, FNP Amy Severson, FNP Kathy Harthun, FNP Alison Meyer, FNP Andrea Craig, PMHP

OUTREACH SPECIALISTS: Audiology Cardiology Child Psychology Dermatology Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Interventional Radiology Pain Management Neurologist Physiatry Oncology Ophthalmology Orthopedics Pulmonary & Sleep Study Spine Urology

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