The Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism is turning 100 this year and will celebrate all summer long. You will find details of photo contests that are part of the centennial on the Chamber website. With third and fourth generations returning to stay at resorts, the family cabin and Itasca State Park, […]
100 Years of Summer is here! We’ve got 2 picture contests going. Fun in the Sun and Then & Now. Fun in the Sun can be just about anything; family reunion pictures, groovy 70’s shots, Mom and her prizewinning blueberry pie, the cabin you and your family visit every year, the epic stringer of fish […]
The panfish are in the shallows and so are the Bass. Nothing but good times catching Bass and panfish on fly rods in the shallows! Look for the spawning beds in the 1-6 ft range. If you don’t have a fly rod, then pitch 1/16 white jigs tipped with a Crappie Minnow or a […]
The Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism turns 100 this year and we’re celebrating all summer long. Since 1918, the Chamber has worked with members to bring business and tourism to our area so we’re having a picture contest to look back at 100 Years of Summer. Together we’ll make a digital […]
Spring is chasing signs of winter away from the lakes and woods. The loons are back, trees are budding and rivers are open. On a short drive, it’s common to see a trifecta of bald eagles, wild turkeys and white-tailed deer. Spring rituals like ditch clean up can finally begin. Residents and resort owners are […]
Shop, Dine or Fill your tank to help out Michael Landquist. Michael Landquist, a student at Nevis High School, was in a car accident that left him with a myriad of injuries. The Junior has had two surgeries already and may need more before starting physical therapy. Many area businesses wanted to help out, so […]
2nd Street Stage winning button design chosen From a 4/12/2018 Press release: The Park Rapids Downtown Business Association (PRDBA) received dozens of entries for the second 2nd Street Stage button design contest. The winner is Hendri Ernst, president of Smokey Hills Outdoor Store, a 2nd Street Stage sponsor. “I entered the competition because my wife […]
A list of family-friendly activities for everyone. Friday, March 23, 2018 Fish Fry for the All Veterans Memorial It’s not Friday without a fish fry! This one is a fundraiser for the All Veterans Memorial. Starts at the Legion at 5 pm. Friday & Saturday, March 23-24, 2018 Spring Garage Sale for Headwaters Animal Shelter […]
A wrap-up of family-friendly events in the Park Rapids Lakes Area. Friday, March 16, 2018 St. Urho Days Opening Ceremonies Opening Ceremonies, St. Urho King & Queen Crowning. Medallion winner presentation & St. Urho Look a Like Contest Laverne & Lucy Right after the St. Urho Opening Ceremonies! Get ready for side-splitting comedy, lively […]
