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As we celebrate our 25th year of providing visitors with all the essential “insider” information about Hinckley and East Central Minnesota, I’m reminded of the old adage that, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” While we seem to get less walk-in and phone inquiries than we once CONTENTS did, the volume of queries via the internet has more than made up for those declines. So the way that people are getting their information has certainly changed. But, what hasn’t changed is the type of information and questions that prospective visitors ask about. The most commonly asked question is Welcome to Hinckley still, what are the essential things that should be seen and done while visiting Hinckley? History & Heritage 3 Every visit should include a world-famous caramel roll from Tobies. Cassidy’s, Daggett’s and Chris’ Downtown Hinckley also offer delicious, fresh bakery goods daily. For a relaxing, family-style meal, Tobies, the Whistlestop Cafe, Cassidy’s, and Bear Creek Tavern offer Sandstone 10 a wide variety of menu choices. If you like steak, The Winds Steakhouse is your place. If you prefer a pizza or burger, then stop into Café or The Final Score. Moose Lake 12 With more than 2500 slot machines, pull tabs, blackjack and poker, Grand Casino Hinckley is the quintessential destination for gaming aficionados. Pine City 14 Grand Casino Hinckley hosts world-class musicians and entertainment acts throughout the year at its convention center and outdoor amphitheater. Live entertainment acts appear weekly at the Silver Sevens Lounge. Hinckley and Pine City both offer free summer concerts in the park, showcasing Lodging & Accommodations 16 popular local and regional acts. Revisit our area’s rich and colorful heritage at The Hinckley Museum, Snake River Fur Post and Campgrounds & Resorts 17 Pine County Historical Museum. Bring the entire family and get your learn on. The Willard Munger Trail is perfect for a leisurely bike ride or snowmobile tour. St. Croix and Banning Meeting & Convention Space 18 State Parks offer a multitude of camping, hiking, canoeing and kayaking opportunities on the Kettle and St. Croix Rivers. Hinckley Corn and Clover, Pyro Borealis, Sandstone Quarry Days and Moose Lake Agate Days are Restaurants 19 popular summer celebrations for residents and visitors alike. The Hinckley Grand Celebration powwow celebrates native heritage through dance. Outdoor Activities & Recreation 20 Nothing is more relaxing than a long soak in a hot tub at America’s Best Value Inn, Days Inn, The Grand Casino Hotel, Grand Hinckley Inn or Grand Northern Inn. If home away from home is more your State Parks & Forests 21 style, be sure to book a stay at the Grand RV Park. Their chalets provide all the conveniences of home, away from home. There’s even a pool and onsite store to ensure your stay is more fun and convenient. Area Golf Courses 22 Whatever your interest, Hinckley has something fun and exciting for everyone. With so many places to go, things to see and activities to do, you may have to visit more than once to truly discover the Entertainment & Family Fun 23 experience that makes this “Distinctly Hinckley.” For your FREE visitors guide call or visit us online: Shopping in Hinckley 24 800-952-4282 www.hinckleymn.com Historic Sites 25

The Covers Calendar of Events 26 Front Cover: "Autumn Encouter", Original Artwork by Collin Bogle See more of Collin's work @ collinbogle.com Back Cover: Photo courtesy of Tony Vavricka, Hard Water Sports Published by: Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau $ Bargains 29 Other photos courtesy of: Aileen Croupe/Hinckley News Grand Casino Hinckley Terri Bullock Pine City Pioneer Emilee Franklin/Pine County Courier Al Rose/Star Gazette Grand National Golf Course Kevin Anderson Lupe Buzo Jennifer Yocum-Stans/Hinckley News Lenora Ludzack Nichole Pitreski

COPYRIGHT® 2019. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. The Publisher has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the material in the Hinckley Area Visitors Guide. However, as unpredictable changes and errors do occur, the publisher can assume no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.

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EARLY HINCKLEY: THE FIRE

The Ojibwe had lived near the St. Croix River since the mid-1800’s, amidst the natural wealth the land had to offer. Because of the abundance of white pine trees in the Hinckley area, loggers migrated here and built the first saw mill in 1869. That same year, the Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad pushed into Hinckley With the coming of the railroad, the lumber industry boomed and for twenty years, Hinckley was a growing, prosperous town.

On September 1, 1894, all of that changed. With blowing winds, low humidity and less than two inches of summer rain, the area was a prime target for fire. Drought were common along the railroad tracks and logging camps, since loggers would set fire to slash before moving on. Hinckley Fire Museum Saturday, September 1, 1894, began as another oppressively hot day with smaller fires threatening area towns. To add to the problem, a huge layer of cool air PU from a temperature inversion held down the heat, 320-384-7338 Open12/14/2018 May 1 – October 23 and gasses of these fires. Two fires eventually joined 10:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday – Sunday together, creating one large fire that penetrated the Closed Mondays (except July & August) inversion, reaching the cool air above. That air came 5 Blocks West of I-35 Downtown Hinckley rushing down into the fires to create a vortex (a tornado of ), which quickly grew larger, becoming a fierce “Your Hometown Communications Company.” firestorm. The fire first destroyed the towns of Mission Creek and Pokegama (now Brook Park) before reaching Give us a call at (800) 222-9809 Hinckley. When it was over, the firestorm had completely or visitPU us online at www.scibroadband.com destroyed 6 towns. More than 480 square miles lay black 12/14/2018 Triple Play Packages and smoldering. The firestorm was devastating; it lasted four hours and destroyed everything in its path. The death starting at $89.85$84.85 toll exceeded 400.

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Twin Cities Today, the Hinckley Fire Museum commemorates the story of the Great Fire of 1894. Housed in the WI restored depot, rebuilt just after the fire, the museum is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Exhibits include the original waiting rooms for men and women, the eating area, known as the Beanery and the Freight Room, where once an hour a 20 minute documentary about the fire is shown. Upstairs in the Depot Agent’s Apartment, life in the 1890’s is recreated in the five-room living space. A replica “relief house” is also onsite for those interested in the post-fire reconstruction era.

The museum is open May 1st through October, Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays, except in July and August. Group tours are also available upon request.

Hinckley Fire Museum 106 Old Hwy 61 • Hinckley, MN 55037 • 320-384-7338 • hinckleyfiremuseum.com

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Schedule of Events Located halfway between Duluth and the Twin Cities, Hinckley is a March 29 community of great historic importance Cabin Fever Comedy Show to east central Minnesota, as well as a popular destination for vacationers of April 13 Easter Celebrations every interest. Grand Casino Hinckley (GCH) offers June (TBD) live entertainment, fine dining and a Bowling Tournament diverse selection of gaming options, June 1-August 31 including: slot machines, black jack and Southern Gospel Music Concerts, poker. Throughout 2019, GCH will First Presbyterian Church of Hinckley continue to upgrade its facilities to ensure guests have the very best gaming June 2-August 25 experience. Visit www.grandcasinomn.com for information on the latest Summer Gospel Nights Concert Series, additions to its facilities and dining establishments. St. Paul Lutheran Church When it comes to accommodations, Hinckley is unsurpassed in its variety June 6 and exceptional hospitality. With 6 hotels and over 1000 rooms there’s plenty Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at of room for the whole family. the Park, Whether it’s a delicious caramel roll from Tobies, hearty family-style dining at West Side Park Cassidy’s or an elegant dinner at The Winds Steakhouse, visitors are sure to June 14-16 enjoy a great meal at any of Hinckley’s diverse array of dining establishments. Grand Celebration PowWow, While in Hinckley, be sure to visit the quaint downtown district located west Grand Casino Hinckley PowWow Grounds of I-35. Lining Main Street are several unique shops offering antiques, furniture, gifts and thrift shop merchandise. The local grocery store, Daggett’s Fresh June 20 Foods, is open seven days a week and has a full service deli. Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at the Park, Outdoor enthusiasts are sure to enjoy nature’s splendor with a round of West Side Park championship golf at Grand National Golf Course or by visiting one of the area’s two state parks, four state forests or the Willard Munger State Trail. Or if you prefer, July 4 listen to great gospel music in any of the free summer concerts presented by the Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at the Park, St. Paul Lutheran Church or First Presbyterian Church. West Side Park West Side Park has a large playground, picnic shelter, band shell, softball field and a basketball court. The picnic shelter can be reserved for July 11 September 7 large family gatherings by calling the Hinckley City Hall at Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at Smokin' Rib Fest, the Park, West Side Park (320) 384-7491. West Side Park October 5 July 12-13 Hogs & Hoses Corn & Clover Carnival, Hinckley Fire Dept. Pyro Borealis, Downtown Hinckley October 12 Taste Expo- Food, Wine, & July 18 Music Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at the Park, November 9 West Side Park Deer Hunters' Widow's Craft Show August (TBD) REVISED Steak Fry December 5 Community Dinner, 12/20/2018 August 1 Venue TBD Sweet Summer Sounds Concert at • New Menu the Park, December 7 West Side Park • Fresh Burgers, served with Lettuce and Tomato Santa Days • Larger Selection of Beer and Cocktails August 6 National Night Out • On and Off Sale Available Sweet Summer Sounds visit us on our website bearcreektavern.net or like us on facebook West Side Park 39109 State Highway 48 320-384-6705

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Twin Cities WI Hinckley Relax. Have Fun. Located halfway between Duluth and the Twin Cities, discover the experience that is “Distinctly Hinckley.”

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November 9 Widows Weekend Craft Show

December 5 Community Dinner Hinckley Westside Park December 7 Santa Day For a current schedule visit www.hinckley.govoffice2.com

City of Hinckley Chamber of Commerce Hinckley CVB 106 1st St SE 208 Fire Monument Rd 111 Main St E Hinckley, MN 55037 Hinckley, MN 55037 Hinckley, MN 55037 320-384-7491 320-384-7837 320-384-0126 www.hinckley.govoffice2.com www.HinckleyChamber.com www.hinckleymn.com

www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 7 Features/Accommodations ● Comfortable, clean rooms. PU ● Jacuzzi Suites, King Rooms, Executive Suites, Wet Bar. ● Complimentary Daybreak Breakfast 12/14/2018 Including: Coffee, tea, juices, fresh fruit, toast, assorted cereals, oatmeal with 3 topping choices, and yogurt ● Cable TV, guest laundry, guest computer station, fax & copy service. ● Free Wi-Fi. (320) 384-7751 ● Hairdryers & coffee makers in all the rooms. www.daysinn.com ● Smoking rooms available. ● Designated rooms available for pets with a small fee. 104 Grindstone Ct. ● Hinckley, MN 55037 Adjacent to Burger King, Dairy Queen, Hardees ● Indoor pool & whirlpool. Subway & Taco Bell. Tobies is just across Hwy 48. ● Only 1 mile from Grand Casino with complimentary 24 hour shuttle. SEE OUR COUPON ON PG. 29

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WELCOME TO HINCKLEY! ATM LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN HINCKLEY The Country Garden Retreat, located in the UPDATED Historic Town ofPU Hinckley Minnesota, welcomes groups of up to 18. 11/15/2018 The Retreat is12/14/2018 a perfect getaway for: • scrapbooking, quilting and crafting retreats www.woodlandsnationalbank.com 122 East Main Street, Hinckley 320.532.4142 • corporate retreats • all other retreats or small family reunions The Country Garden Retreat welcomes a wide variety of groups including, business groups, church retreats, women’s and men’s retreats, PU scrapbooking retreats, stampers and quilters. Our facilities include a large studio, which is set 12/14/2018 up with tables and chairs for crafts or meetings. 121 Lady Luck Drive • Hinckley, MN 55037 • 320-384-6052 www.countrygardenretreat.com

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*49 Spacious Rooms *Pet-friendly *Jacuzzi Suites *Free Wi-fi *Tobies 1 Blk away; Cassidy’s next door *SR/Corporate Rates *Free shuttle service available *Guest Coin Laundry * Access to snowmobile trail *Fax & Copy Service *70+ Channel Cable TV www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 9 SANDSTONE GPS: 46-078589 N 092-528059 W

Schedule of Events January 4-6 July (TBD) Ice Festival, City-Wide Garage Sales Robinson's Park July 21-26 January 25-27 Rocks, Ropes, & Rafts Summer Becoming an Outdoors Woman Camp, Workshop – MN DNR, Audubon Center of the Audubon Center of the North Woods North Woods Conveniently located halfway between Minneapolis August 9-10 February 9 Quarry Days Celebration and Duluth, Sandstone invites you to come explore our Dinner at the Lake, quarry waterways and experience our beauty and Audubon Center of the August 23-25 relaxed atmosphere. North Woods Volunteer Work Weekend Asinikaaning is Ojibwe for "At the quarrying place" and the name given to Sandstone, due to the quarry located February 15-18 October 4-6 at the edge of the city. Steeped in history and natural President's Day Weekend Women's Wellness & Adventure Winter Family Weekend, Weekend, wonders, Sandstone is a year-round destination for hikers, Audubon Center of the Audubon Center of the ice climbers, kayakers and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. North Woods North Woods Carving a path through layers of sandstone, the Wild and Scenic designated Kettle River has shaped the March 9 October 5 area’s landscape for thousands of years. The river set the Outdoor Education & Raptor Lab, Oktoberfest, stage for the town to be built up around a quarry that Audubon Center of the Train Park North Woods now serves as a spectacular rock and ice climbing December (TBD) destination in Robinson Park. The river also offers some of March 23 Sandstone Xmas Craft Sale the best whitewater paddling in the Midwest, as well as Maple Syrup Day, plenty of quiet stretches for those who prefer to fish and Audubon Center of the December 28 relax. Five minutes north, offers North Woods Holiday Dinner at the Lake camping, hiking and cross-country ski trails. Five minutes April 13 west, the Willard Munger State Trail is ideal for bicycling Dinner at the Lake, and snowmobiling. The Audubon Center of the Audubon Center of the Northwoods specializes in environmental education North Woods programs and offers lodging and a retreat center. May 3-5 Forgot to bring some of the basics? Local merchants Women's Wellness & Adventure have all the necessities, from groceries to grills to Weekend, hardware supplies, along with unique gifts and excellent Audubon Center of the dining options, all served up with a healthy portion of North Woods “Minnesota nice.” May 4 Paddle Festival, World's Newest Ben Franklin Kettle River June-All Tuesdays UFF DA! Sandstone Art in the Park, Over13,000 Train Park different items in stock, in- June 15 cluding Scandinavian Gifts! 50th Anniversary Celebration, Audubon Center of the You Betcha, We are North Woods PULocally owned June 23-28 01/08/2019 Outdoor Explorations, Audubon Center of the Sandstone Area North Woods Chamber of Commerce 413 Commercial Avenue N., Sandstone, MN July 7-12 PO Box 23 Exit 191 off I-35, 320.245.2122 Wild About Animals Camp, Find us on Facebook under Franklin's Ben Franklin Audubon Center of the Sandstone, MN 55072 Fabric - Art Supplies - Fine Gifts - Furniture - North Woods www.sandstonechamber.org Locally-Made Item - So Much More!

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Twin Cities WI Sandstone Something for Everyone

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Sandstone Area Chamber of Commerce PO Box 23, Sandstone, MN 55072 City of Sandstone Website: www.sandstone.govoffice.com www.sandstonechamber.org

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Schedule of Events The friendly folks in the Moose Lake area welcome February 9 July 20 visitors and new residents to Ice Bocce, Moose Triathlon, the Agate Capital and the Moose Lake City Park Moose Lake City Park home of the world’s largest agate, weighing in at 108 February 16 August 3 pounds. Ice Fishing Contest, Nine & Dine Golf Outing, Thousands of people flock to Moose Head Lake Moose Lake Golf Course the community the third weekend in July to dig for April 20 September 14 agates in the Agate Easter Egg Hunt, Chamber BrewFest, 4-7pm Stampede, the only event of Moose Lake Community School Outside Gamper's Restaurant its kind, that stretches for two blocks on a downtown street. May 4 September 28 Moose Run–5k/10k Walk/Run, Dealers from throughout the Oktoberfest Festivities, nation display semi-precious City Park Riverside Arena stones from all over the world at the Gem and Mineral Show May 18 October 12 at the school. Community Business Expo, 101st Anniversary Celebration Moose Lake is nestled on the shores of Moosehead Lake Riverside Arena Fires of 1918 Museum & Depot and the Moose Horn River, named because of moose head shape of the lake, with the river resembling its antlers. May 25 October 31 The city was chartered in 1889, and had to be rebuilt once Opening of Fires of 1918 Museum Trunk-or-Treat, again after a devastating forest fire wiped out the town in 1918. & Depot Moose Lake City Park Two railroads once were the link to the outside world. Now those railroad beds are the hub of a trail system that June (TBD) November 22-23 stretches north, south, east and west. Local trails take one Plant & Flea Market Sale, Xmas Open House/Craft & Bake Sale, around the lake or along the banks of the river. One can 1918 Fire Museum & Depot Fires of 1918 Museum & Depot hike, bike, ski cross country, or ride ATVs and snowmobiles on the variety of trails in the area. June 21 The beauty of nature and sightings of wildlife in the Mercy Hospital Foundation Golf December 7 Santa Visit & Tree Lighting Tournament changing seasons enhance the outdoor experience. Ceremony The community is home to Mercy Hospital, and a 138,000 July 3 sq. feet Moose Lake Community School. Commercial Moose Lake Kiddie Parade, 10am development is booming, with new construction each year. Moose Lake is home to a thriving artist community, and July 4 their arts can be viewed at Mercy Hospital, next to the 4th of July Parade, 10am, library, and in local galleries and restaurants. 4th of July Activities, ALL DAY, A variety of businesses, including gift shops, present plenty Fireworks at Dusk of opportunities for one to fill each and every want or need. Moose Lake City Park Welcome to Moose Lake – a community for all seasons. July 13-14 Agate Days

July 13-14 Gem & Mineral Show, Riverside Arena PU

July 13 12/14/2018 Art in the Park, Moose Lake City Park

July 13 Clark-Olsen Agate Stampede, 3pm, Elm Avenue Moose Lake Area Walk-in care you can trust. July 13 Chamber of Commerce Fireman's Steak Fry, Fire Hall Sandstone MoosePU Lake 4524 S. Arrowhead Ln. 320-245-2250 218-485-4491 July 14 Moose Lake, MN 55767 12/17/2018 Collector Car Show, 10am-2pm 218-485-4145 Hinckley 320-384-6618 www.mooselakechamber.com www.gatewayclinic.com

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Twin Cities WI Moose Lake A Community For All Seasons

VISITOR FAVORITES: Gem & Mineral Show Agate Stampede & Agate Geological Center Depot & 1918 Fire Museum Moose Statue

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» Vibrant Community with Activities All Year Long » Home of the Agate Stampede - 3rd Weekend of July THE DEPOT & FIRES OF 1918 MUSEUM » State Forest, Parks, and Public Golf Courses SUMMER HOURS » Lake & Rivers for Boating, Canoeing, Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day » 1937 Historic Movie Theatre Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 4 pm » Trails for Snowmobiling, ATVs, Biking, & Hiking Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm » Chamber Brewfest Sat Sept 8th, 4-7 pm at Doc's Sturgeon Lake FALL HOURS Weekends Only » Dining and Shopping Destinations Friday & Saturday 10 am – 4 pm » Seasonal Flea Market and Farmers Market Sunday 12pm – 4 pm FOR GUIDED TOURS PLEASE CALL: City of Moose Lake Website • http://ci.mooselake.mn.us (218) 485-4234 Mooselake Area Chamber • www.mooselakechamber.com 900 Folz Blvd. PO Box 235 | Moose Lake, MN 55767

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Pine City, Minnesota is the largest city in the Hinckley visitor's areas of interest, and is located along the shores of a meandering Snake River, a 10-minute drive south. It is just far enough out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area to be accessible to even visitors from the cities who need to hie off to a more relaxing environment. Our legacy of hospitality dates back to the late 1800s when Midwesterners traveled by train here. Our early vacationers found lodging at luxurious lakeside hotels, casual fishing camps and some of Minnesota’s earliest resorts. It was their trip to Pine City where they, and their friends, enjoyed cool lakes, refreshing swims and excellent fishing. What made the Pine City lakes area popular over a century Schedule of Events ago still holds true today. Nowadays, Pine City is like an image that lingers in the American consciousness: an oak-lined January 19 July 20 courthouse square, gazebos and band shells, one-chair barber Winter Frolic, Outdoor Art Fest. Snake River Fur Post Robinson Park shops, the town café with gossip for breakfast and meatloaf for lunch. It is small-town life as it was and as it remains. February 9 July 31-August 4 Yet, for generations, visitors to this regional hub along Old U.S. Queen Charlotte's Ball, Pine County Fair, Highway 61 (America’s North-South Byway) have found a Snake River Fur Post Pine County Fairgrounds vibrant and welcoming atmosphere with plenty to do. This is a place that mixes the true 'Up North' with a surprising level of February 16 August 10-11 sophistication; after all, it's an arts community. One of the Art on the Road Northern Hollow Winery ArtFest nation’s fastest-growing colleges is based here as well, and its Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel presence creates an active and vibrant atmosphere few other August 24 small communities can offer. March 14-17 Children's Day, Whether you enjoy the arts, history or nature, you'll find Heritage Players, Snake River Fur Post multiple outlets for your educational curiosities. And when you Community Theater August 31-September 1 are ready to relax, you'll find one-of-a-kind restaurants, live music and community theatre in Pine City. April 5-7 PRCA Championship Rodeo, Highway 61 Film Festival If you are a history buff, don’t miss the Snake River Fur Post, September 21-22 District 69 Rural School Museum, Stoffel Family Memorabilia May 24–31 Festival of the Voyageur, Museum or Czech Sokol Camp. Art in the Park Concerts Snake River Fur Post Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy pedestrian, snowmobile and ATV trails, as well as over 3,000 acres of navigable waterway June 1 October 11-12 thanks to the Snake River’s link to Pokegama and Cross lakes The War of 1812 Family Day, Mystery at the Fur Post, as well as the St. Croix scenic riverway. Snake River Fur Post Snake River Fur Post We invite you to spend time here and find out for yourself what Pine City has to offer. For a memorable experience and June 7-28 December (TBD) a relaxing getaway, few destinations in Minnesota are as Art in the Park Concerts Holiday Madness Events 2019 satisfying as Pine City... it's “North, nice, and close.” June 26-30 Freedom Fest–Car Show, Community Guides · Local Maps Triathalon, Street Dance, Event Calendar · Visitor Information Fireworks, Solid Rock In The Park, Robinson Park CAMERA June 29 READY Arrowhead & Stone Tools, Snake River Fur Post 12/18/2018 www.pinecitychamber.com June-October 315 Main St S. Pine City MN | 320.322.4040 Pine City Farmer's Market, Pine County Fair Grounds July 5-26 Art in the Park Concerts July 18-21 PU Heritage Players, • Full Service Deli • Custom Meats Community Theater • ATM12/18/2018 • Full-Service Carry Out 1035 Main12/21/2018 St. S. 320 State Hwy 123 Pine City, MN Sandstone, MN 320.629.2589 320.245.2229

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A community with access to technology where nature meets a historic downtown and a variety of recreation, arts and entertainment options.

CAMERA READY 12/18/2018 Arts Entertainment Recreation Live Music Historic Trading Post Golf Art Festivals Brewery Disc Golf Film Festivals Award-winning Pizza Public Beach Art Classes Hard Ice Cream Fishing Pier Art Galleries Drive-Up A&W Skating Rinks Theater Wineries Softball Fields Horseshoe Pits PLAN Bike Trail YOUR River & Lake VISIT: Access

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When it comes to accommodations, Hinckley is unsurpassed in its variety, number of rooms, and exceptional hospitality. With over 1,000 clean, comfortable rooms and a variety of amenities you will definitely enjoy your stay!

TRANSPORTATION LAKE SIDE RESORTS • Arrowhead Transit Capture life long memories at a beautiful up north lakeside resort. 1-800-862-0175 Option 6 • Attaboy’s Taxi 866-998-8294 Waldheim Resort • Groome's Transport 218-724-4676 320-321-9096 Airport • Fully Equipped Lakeside Cabins Hinckley Field of Dreams Airport • RV Camping 320-384-6667 • Fishing • Swimming

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Days Inn & Suites Grand RV Resort Grand Hinckley Inn 320-384-7751 & Chalets 1-800-468-3517 • 69 Rooms 320-384-4886 • 154 Rooms • Some rooms with micro/fridge • 50 Private Chalets • Non-Smoking Rooms Available • Jacuzzi Suites available • Shuttle to Grand • Hot Tub Rooms • Cable TV Casino • Physically Impaired Access • Indoor Pool • Cable TV • Cable TV • Complimentary Breakfast Bar • 271 RV sites • Indoor Pool • Pets Welcome • Convenience Stores • Continental Breakfast • Whirlpool • Outdoor Pool • Whirlpool • Shuttle to Grand Casino • Outdoor Recreation • Shuttle to Grand Casino • Pets Allowed • Suites Grand Northern Inn Americas Best Grand Casino 1-800-468-3517 Hinckley Hotel Value Inn • 101 Rooms 1-800-472-6321 320-384-6112 • Shuttle to Grand Casino • 563 Rooms • 49 Rooms • Sauna • Physically Impaired Access • Shuttle to Grand Casino • Hot Tub Rooms • Room Service • Pets Allowed • Non-Smoking Rooms Available • Hot Tub Rooms • Hot Tub Rooms • Cable TV • Non-Smoking Rooms Available • Non-Smoking Rooms Available • Indoor Pool • Cable TV • Kitchenettes • Physically Impaired Access • Indoor Pool • Cable TV • Whirlpool • Whirlpool • Coffee Makers • Continental Breakfast

16 www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS & RESORTS Miles from Hinckley Cabins Sites Tent RV Sites Hookups WES Dump Station Scheduled Activities Swimming Area Pool River or Lake Access Pets Allowed Pontoons Paddle boats Boats/w motors Bikes Game Room Convenience Store Horseback Riding

Banning State Park Sandstone 12 N ● ● E ● ● ● 320-245-2668

Chengwatana State Forest Snake River Campground 15 S ● ● ● ● Pine City • 800-652-9747

General Andrews State Forest, Willow River Campground 23 N ● ● ● Willow River • 218-485-5400

Grand RV Resort & Chalets Hinckley 1.5 E ● ● WES ● ● ● ● ● 320-384-4886

Moose Lake City Campground Moose Lake 35 N ● ● WE ● ● ● 218-485-4761

Moose Lake State Park Campground Moose Lake 31 N ● ● E ● ● ● ● ● ● 218-485-5420

St. Croix State Forest, Hinckley Boulder Campground, Tamarac River 22 E ● ● ● ● Campground • 320-384-6146

St. Croix State Park Hinckley 15 E ● ● ● E ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 320-384-6591

Waldheim Resort Finlayson 25 N ● ● ● WES ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 320-321-9096

Hinckley Office Museum ¿ Antique & Gift Shop 402 Old HWY 61 Hinckley, MN 55037 320.384.0445 Little Mermaid Café

Café *Closed on Monday Tues-Sat 7:30am-2:30pm PU Research Library UPDATED Sun 9am-2:30pm Model Railroad Project Museum & Shop 12/14/2018 One Room Schoo11/16/2018l *Closed on Monday northviewbank.com Event & Banquet Rooms Tues-Sat 9am-4pm Primary Residence Purchase • Second Home Purchase SEASONAL THRIFT SHOP Sun 12pm-4pm Manufactured Homes • Hunting Land • Cabins Museum Exhibits & Displays: Home & Family ® Logging Higher Acreage Parcels • Lake/River Lots • Rentals Dolls and Doll Houses Vacation Property • Construction Loans • Lake Homes 6333 H C Andersen Alle, PO Box 123, Askov, MN 55704 (320) 838-1607

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With a central location, abundance of meeting space and superior service, Hinckley is a great place to hold your next small meeting or large convention for up to 2,300 people. Enjoy the exceptional service, food and variety of entertainment options available. Some of the facilities have audio visual equipment and catering options if needed.

To start planning your next meeting or convention contact the businesses listed below or call the Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-952-4282

Grand Casino Hinckley Hinckley Community Room Conference Center Located at City Hall. Outside catering Complete special event, meeting and services available. convention services available including Maximum Capacity ...... 80 catering and audio visual equipment. Square Footage ...... 1,200 Maximum Capacity . . . . .2,288 For more information call 320-384-7491 Square Footage ...... 22,755 Grand Hinckley Inn Seats up to: 2,288 Theater Style Located next to Grand Casino Hinckley, For more information call 1-800-472-6321 casino catering services available. Hinckley Community Center Maximum Capacity ...... 50 Host your own event. Complete Square Footage ...... 617 kitchen facilities, tables, chairs, etc. For more information call 1-800-468-3517 available. Audubon Center Maximum Capacity . . . . . 400 Lodging, food service, and dining Square Footage (Main Room) . 6,400 facilities for 162+ people. For more information call 320-384-7491 Wi-Fi and AV equipment available. Maximum Capacity . . . . . 205 Tobies Restaurant & Bakery Square Footage ...... 5,600 Complete special event, meeting and For more information call 888-404-7743 convention services available including catering and audio visual equipment. Hinckley Fire Museum Maximum Capacity . . . . . 325 Host your next event in the Freight Room of the historic railroad depot Square Footage ...... 3,600 located in downtown Hinckley. For more information call 320-384-7394 Outside catering services available. For more information call 320-384-7338

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deli, center, car wash and more. Convenience Store Hours Mon. – Sat. 6 am – 9 pm Sun. 8 am – 8 pm Grocery Store Hours Mon. – Sat. 7 am – 9 pm Sun. 8 am – 8 pm 1-320-245-2229 Stories Diner Located within Grand Casino Hinckley. Keeping the classic American tradition, Stories Diner serves breakfast, lunch and diner. Hours: Open 24 hours except winter. Winter Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 7 am – 9 pm Cassidy’s Restaurant & Lounge special focus on new craft cocktails. Fri. & Sat. 7 am – 3 am Located off Hwy 48, west of I-35 Family Hours: Mon. –Thurs. 11 am – 2 am Breakfast available daily. style dining for breakfast, lunch & Fri. & Sat. 10 am –- 2 am 1-320-384-7777 dinner. Daily specials. Salad bar with Sun. 10 am – 1 am homemade soup, breads & dressings. 1-800-472-6321 Final Score On site bakery. 104 Main St. East. Pizza, burgers, The Winds Steakhouse appetizers, beer & wine. Dine in or Restaurant Hours: Located within Grand Casino Hinckley. 6 am – 9 pm carry-out. Offering steak & seafood and an Hours: Tues. – Fri. 11 am – close, Lounge Hours: extensive wine selection. 10 am –1 am Sat. & Sun. 12 noon – close. Hours: Wed, Thurs. & Sun. 5 pm – 9 pm 1-320-384-6129 320-384-7855 Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 11 pm Tobies Restaurant & Bakery Closed Mon. & Tues. Sweet Spot Located on southeast side of the 1-320-384-7777 Offering: Espresso, herbal tea, Hinckley and I-35 exit. World famous smoothies, malts and shakes, fresh- cinnamon and caramel rolls. Offering Fast Food Restaurants baked pastries, muffins and cookies - Burger King • Dairy Queen a full dining menu, homemade pizza & all made in on site bakery. Hardees • McDonalds soups, ice cream shop & bakery. Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 6 am – 8 pm Subway • Taco Bell •White Castle Group accommodations available. Fri. & Sat. 6 am – 10 pm The cafe and convenience store are Bear Creek Tavern 1-800-472-6321 open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Family friendly atmosphere, located 9 Whistle Stop Cafe 1-320-384-7394 miles east of Hinckley on Hwy 48 in Located at 305 Old Highway 61 South. Cloverdale. Offering a variety of menu Offering: breakfast specialties, lunch Silver Sevens Lounge items including: burgers, pizza, chicken If you’re looking for a night of live and dinner, pies, ice cream, & always and fish sandwiches. Dine in or take music, check out Silver Seven’s fresh coffee. Free Wi-Fi. out. Off sale / On sale beer, wine and Lounge, located inside Grand Casino Hours: Mon. – Sat. 7 am – 7 pm liquor, pull tabs, pool table and video Hinckley. Silver 7’s showcases a variety Sun. 7 am – 2 pm games. of music genres, great cocktail 1-320-384-6106 Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 11 am to Midnight choices, bar-top video machines and Fri. & Sat. 11 am to 1 am Daggett's Fresh Foods even a 16 foot big screen television. 320-384-6705 Located at 104 First St. NE Hinckley. Hours of Operation: Featuring a full service deli with daily Silver Sevens Main Bar: Firestorm Café lunch specials, broasted chicken, Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 2 am 119 East Main Street. Offering a full salads, desserts & bakery. Catering Sun. 10 am – 1 am menu for breakfast, lunch & dinner. service available. Silver Sevens Lounge: Appetizers, soups, salads, specials, Hours: Mon. – Sat. 7:30 am – 9 pm Wed., Thurs. 7:30 pm – 1 am baskets, pizza delivery and more. Sun. 9 am – 5 pm Fri. & Sat. 5 pm – 2 am Hours: Tues. – Sun. 7 am – 8 pm 1-320-384-6185 Sun. 5 pm - 12 am 1-320-384-0505 Band Hours: Firehouse Liquor Store & Lounge Wed., Thurs. 8 pm – midnight Grand Buffet Located at Exit 183 in Hinckley, Fri. & Sat. 8 pm – 1:30 am Located within Grand Casino Hinckley. Firehouse offers daily lunch, late night Sun. 7 pm – 11 pm Featuring multiple kitchens, serving all food , and monthly drink specials. 1-800-472-6321 you can eat American, Mexican, Italian, Wide selection of beer and wine at the and Asian inspired meals, signature and off-sale. 411 Craft Bar salads, and house-made desserts. Hours: Located within Grand Casino Hinckley. Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 11 am – 8 pm Lounge: Mon. & Tues. 3 pm – 1 am; Where beer lovers unite! In Fri. & Sat. 11 am – 10 pm Wed. – Sat. 11 am – 1 am collaboration with Bent Paddle 1-320-384-7777 1-320-384-6260 Brewing Company, 411 Craft Bar offers Liquor Store: Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 10 pm; 4 Bent Paddle Beers on tap, 1 rotating Chris' Food Center Sun. 11 am – 6 pm Located in Sandstone 320 Hwy 123. Bent Paddle seasonal brew, and 1 1-320-384-6213 Offering: fresh meat, produce, bakery,

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Fishing While visiting the area take some time and do some fishing at one of our area lakes or rivers. The St. Croix and Kettle Rivers, Pokegama, Cross, Pine and Big Pine Lakes offer great walleye fishing. Try Grindstone Lake for rainbow, lake and brown trout. Looking for largemouth bass? Check out Pine or Sturgeon Lake. For those interested in catching muskies, try Cross or Pokegama Lake. Our area bait shops offer all the supplies for your angling needs and area lake maps. Petry’s Bait in Finlayson offers live bait. For additional information on fishing in the area contact the Hinckley Area Fisheries 320-384-7721 or visit the DNR website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/

Snowmobiling / Cross Country Skiing / Snowshoeing Winter is here…...Make tracks! Whether its tracks from your snowmobile, skis, snowshoes or hiking boots winter is a great time to get out and make tracks in the snow! With more than 450 miles of groomed trails, Pine County is a haven for snowmobiling. Trails are located throughout the county and also in St. Croix, Banning, and Moose Lake State Parks. The Willard Munger State Trail is also open to snowmobiling. Both Banning and St. Croix State Parks offer miles of cross country ski trails and the scenery is spectacular so bring your camera! With an abundance of State Parks and Forests in the area you’ll find new ground to uncover from your snowshoes and remember to keep an eye out for all the wildlife viewing opportunities. For current snow conditions visit www.hinckleymn. com where you’ll find links to the local trails and conditions. Snowshoe rental is available on a limited basis at St. Croix State Park. Maps are available by calling or stopping at the Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau 800-952-4282.

Biking / Hiking With many miles of hiking and biking trails in the area, you can make your stay as relaxing or challenging as you would like. Come ride the trail system, the Willard Munger State Trail which is the longest continuous paved trail in the state at 70 miles, travels from Hinckley all the way to Duluth. If you are up for the challenge ride the full length or ride a shorter section and stop at any of the many trail towns along the way. St. Croix State Park offers many miles of hiking and biking trails. Banning State Park offers great views of the Kettle River along the hiking trails. Self-guided historic walking tours are available for downtown Hinckley.

ATVing Enjoy everything nature has to offer from your all-terrain vehicle in Hinckley. With so many trails in the area, you’ll feel miles away from everywhere. The St. Croix, Nemadji, Chengwatana, and General Andrews State Forests offer many ATV trails and you’ll also be very close to the Gandy Dancer Trail which offers another 30 plus miles of adventure. Contact the Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau for trail maps or visit our website for more information on the trails.

Canoeing / Kayaking Explore the exciting waters of the Kettle and St. Croix Rivers near Hinckley. These rivers provide challenging waters for all levels. Well known for its rapids at Hell’s Gate and Blueberry Slide, Banning State Park is a favorite for many kayakers. The St. Croix River follows the boundary between Minnesota and Wisconsin offering a quiet and intimate look at nature’s beauty for miles. Canoe rentals are available at St. Croix State Park.

Horseback Riding St. Croix State Park and State Forest offer horse trails and camps for the equestrian. Portions of the Willard Munger Trails are available for riding as well. For additional information on the trails and camp at St. Croix State Park contact the office at 320-384-6591.

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AREA STATE FORESTS • General Andrews State Forest • St. Croix State Forest •

Audubon Center of the North Woods Founded in 1968 the Audubon Center is an environmental education sanctuary located in Pine County, Minnesota. The site is located amid old-growth pines along the edge of cold, clear Grindstone Lake. Restored wetlands, a boardwalk and scenic hiking trails complete what is truly a beautiful place. An international, professional staff of educators make the Audubon Center a special place to visit and learn. For more information call: 888-404-7743 or the web www.audubon-center.org

Minnesota State Park AREA STATE PARKS Reservation Hotline 1-866-857-2757 Banning State Park www.stayatmnparks.com Twelve miles north of Hinckley on 1-35, Banning State Park is 6,237 acres and is located on the Kettle River. Minnesota’s first Wild and Scenic River. The park offers the following: • Canoeing & Kayaking • 4 Canoe Campsites • 11 Miles of Skiing Trails • Hiking • Picnic Area • 5 Miles of Snowmobile • 34 Semi-modern • 3 Boat Landings Trails Campsites • 14 Miles of Hiking Trails • Self-Guided Quarry Trails For more information call: 1-320-245-2668.

Moose Lake State Park Located on Echo Lake, Moose Lake State Park consists of 965 acres and is 1/2 mile east of 1-35 at the Moose Lake exit 214. The park offers the following: • 35 Semi-modern • Swimming Beach • Hiking, Cross Country Campsites • Agate/Geological Skiing & Snowmobile Trails • 20 Electric Campsites Interpretive Center • Drive-in Boat Access • Picnic Grounds • Bike Trail Connection • Boat Rental For more information call: 1-218-460-7004.

St. Croix State Park Minnesota's largest State Park, St. Croix covers 34,000 acres and is located along the St. Croix River, a National Scenic Waterway. The park is located fifteen miles east of Hinckley on Hwy. 48. The park offers the following: • All-season Trail Center • Swimming Beach & • 127 Miles of Hiking Trails • 215 Semi-modern Playground • 75 Miles of Horse Trails Campsites • 40 Equestrian • 6 Miles of • 71 Electric Campsites Campsites Paved Trails • 6 Housekeeping • 6 Canoe Landings • 80 Miles of Groomed Cabins, 2 Guest Houses • Canoe Rental Snowmobile Trails open seasonally (320) 384-0508 • 11 Miles of Ski Trails

For more information call: 1-320-384-6591 www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 21 AREA GOLF COURSES

Holes Par Yards Slope Driving Pro Food/ Restaurant Bev. Lessons Range Shop Snacks

Grand National Golf Club 300 Lady Luck Drive, Hinckley, MN 55037 18 72 6900 120 Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes 320-384-7427 Sandstone Area Golf Course 343 Lark Street, Sandstone, MN 55072 9 34 2521 102 No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 320-245-0471 Moose Lake Golf Course Hwy. 61, Moose Lake, MN 55767 9 34 2442 104 No Yes Yes No Yes No 218-485-4886 Birch Creek Golf Course 86697 Rosewood Lane 9 33 2264 N/A Yes No Yes No Yes No Sturgeon Lake, MN 55783 218-658-4555 Pokegama Lake Country Club 19193 Island Resort Rd. 9 27 N/A N/A No No Yes Yes No No Pine City, MN 55063 320-629-6552 Pine City Country Club 10413 Golf Course Rd. 9 36 3240 119 Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Pine City, MN 55767 320-629-3848

PLAN YOUR PLAYOFF. Festive, scenic, and award-winning. Join your friends and family at Grand NationalCAMERA Golf Club’s 18-hole course and take that READY stroke off your game. 12/21/2018 Book your hole-in-one at 320-384-7427, or visit GrandNationalGolf.com.

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22 www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 ENTERTAINMENT & FAMILY FUN

In Hinckley the entertainment Firehouse Lounge never ends! Grand Casino 320-384-6106 Hinckley is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Offering Grand Casino Hinckley Vegas-style gaming with over 800-472-6321 2,500 state-of-the-art slot machines, 28 blackjack tables, Grand Casino Arcade pull tabs, Texas Hold ’em poker, 800-472-6321 live bingo and more! For additional information call Grand Cinema 1-800-GRAND 21 or visit 320-384-7999 www.grandcasinomn.com. Silver Sevens Lounge Silver Sevens Lounge offers live music Tuesday to Saturday evenings, 800-472-6321 and is also open on Sundays during football season for enthusiasts who want to drop in for meals and drinks. Grand Casino Hinckley Bear Creak Tavern hosts top entertainers year ‘round in the Events and Convention 320-384-6705 Center, as well as hosting a Summer Concert Series in the 5,000 seat outdoor amphitheater located next to Grand Casino, May through August. Bear Creak Tavern in Cloverdale offers a small town, family- friendly atmosphere. Hinckley Firehouse Liquor is conveniently located just west off I-35 at Hinckley exit. Its lounge is open Mon. – Tues. 3 p.m. – 1 a.m. and Wed. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 1 a.m.

Hinckley’s St. Paul Lutheran Church, and the First Presbyterian Church offer a series of free concerts weekend nights throughout the summer for those who enjoy Gospel Music. A different group performs weekly! For additional info, visit www.stpaulhinckley.org and www.hinckleyfirstpres.org

For the family, Grand Cinema in Hinckley plays first run movies and is open seven days a week. For current movies call the movie hotline at 320-384-7999.

WORLD’S LARGEST LIVING SCULPTURE and animal totem garden WELCOME TO Mother Nature’s 3136 355th Ave “superstore” Sandstone, MN EERR GGOOSSPPEELL NNIIGGHHTTSS for medicine, 320.390.2323 SSUUMMMM 22001199 food and resident artist ceremony Susan Foss ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH MINNESOTA 405 2nd St NW, Hinckley, MN 400+ native GOOSEPU Educators welcome NEW plant species 12/17/2018 Activities for kids 1/2/2019 GARDEN 25+ sculptures 501(c)3 Non-profit SUNDAYSUNDAY NIGHTSNIGHTS 6:306:30 PMPM open to public Suggested donation: $5 INDOORS AND FREE WITH June-October Self-guided or INDOORS AND FREE WITH daylight hours tours by appointment FREEWILLFREEWILL OFFERINGOFFERING “You gotta see it!” JUNEJUNE 22 -- AUGUSTAUGUST 25,25, 20192019 minnesotagoosegarden.com www.hinckleymn.com • Hinckley Convention & Visitors Bureau • 1-800-952-4282 23 SHOPPING IN HINCKLEY

Antiques America Mall – Over 60 dealers offering unique treasures and collectibles. 10.000 square feet of antiques. Hours 10am – 5pm daily. 320-384-7272

Beaver Meadows Garden Center – Open year round with gift shop. garden supplies, houseplants, nursery stock. 320-384-6227

Cheri’s Flower Basket – Stamping and scrapbooking supplies, home décor, homemade fudge, flowers and plants, gifts and more. Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 3pm 320-245-2443 Sandstone

Daggett’s Fresh Foods – Hot Deli & Bakery, full grocery. Mon – Sat 7:30am – 9pm, Sun 8am – 5pm 320-384-6185

Fire Museum Gift Shop – Collectibles, books, charm bracelets, unique gifts. May – Oct, Tues – Sat 10am – 5pm, Sun 12 – 5pm 320-384-7338

Grand Casino Gift Shops – Novelty items, greeting cards, candles, gifts. 800-472-6321

Grindstone Greenhouse & Gift Shop – Plants and garden supplies. 320-384-7661

Hinckley Ag Center – Wildlife & pet supplies, bird feeder & seed, hardware & tack. 320-384-6251

Moustique Music, Boutique & Gifts – Unique gifts, guitars, & accessories. 763-428-8907

R & S Hardware – Hardware, paint mixing, pipe threading, chainsaw sharpening and glass cutting. Mon – Sat 8am – 6pm, Sun 10am – 3pm. 320-280-7400 PU Tobies Boutique and Gift Shop – Collectibles, dolls, jewelry. 12/21/2018 Franklin Mint, candles and more. 320-384-7394

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Hinckley and the surrounding communities have a rich history with the Native American Ojibwe, the Euro-Canadian fur traders and the life changing fires. The area has seen the passing of fur trapping, stone quarrying and logging. Historic sites depict the region’s past and preserve it for future generations.

The Hinckley Fire Museum recounts the story of the on September 1, 1894 which destroyed 6 towns and cost more than 400 lives, all within 4 hours. The museum is located in the restored railroad depot in downtown Hinckley. Open May 1st through mid October. Tues-Sat: 10am- 5pm, Sun: Noon-5pm, closed Mondays, except in July and August 320-384-7338

The Snake River Fur Post is a reconstructed 1804 trading post built during the fur-trading era. Costumed history interpreters demonstrate pelt handling, cooking and other tasks of fur post and Ojibwe life. The post is located 2 miles west of Pine City on the Snake River. Open May through Labor Day. Thurs-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: Noon-5pm, closed Mondays, except holidays. 320-629-6356

The Moose Lake Depot and Fires of 1918 Museum tells the story of the fire that came through 24 years after the Great Hinckley Fire destroying the cities of Moose Lake, Cloquet and several other communities. The museum also contains history of the railroad. Open May through August. Summer hours: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm; Fall hours: Fri-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm. 800-635-3680 & 218-485-4234

The Pine County Rural School Museum located in Pine City, depicts life in a one room school house. The school was built in 1908 and restored in 1972. Open Memorial Day through August. Sat & Sun: 12-3pm or by appointment. 320-629-2655 or 320-629-3567

The Sandstone History & Arts Center located in the historic 1894 building which was built for the Minneapolis Trust Company. The center has several historical displays from the 1894 Fire, Sandstone quarries and the railroads. Open May through October. Thurs 9:30-1pm, Fri 12-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm. 320-245-2443

The Pine County Historical Museum in Askov offers several displays including the historic railroad depot, exhibits, seasonal thrift shops, and the Little Mermaid Café. The Museum Shop is open Tues-Sat 9am-4pm, and Sun 12pm- 4pm, while the Café is open Tues-Sat 7:30am-2:30pm & Sun 9am-2:30pm. 320-838-1607

The Hinckley Fire Monument was built to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Great Hinckley Fire of 1894. The monument stands 51 feet tall, weighs 60 tons and is 12 feet at the base. Located in Memorial cemetery off Hwy 48 just east of I-35 exit 183.

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MONTH / DAY EVENT LOCATION MONTH / DAY EVENT LOCATION

JANUARY 15 50th Anniversary Celebration Sandstone 4-6 Ice Festival Sandstone Audubon Center of the North Woods 19 Winter Frolic, Snake River Fur Post Pine City 20 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley 25-27 Becoming an Outdoors Woman, Sandstone 21 Golf Tournament, Mercy Hospital Foundation Moose Lake Audubon Center of the North Woods 23-28 Outdoor Explorations Sandstone Audubon Center of the North Woods 26–30 Freedom Fest, Robinson Park Pine City

FEBRUARY 29 Arrowhead & Stone Tools, Snake River Fur Post Pine City 9 Ice Bocce, Moose Lake City Park Moose Lake 9 Queen Charlotte's Ball, Snake River Fur Post Pine City JULY 9 Dinner at the Lake, Sandstone Audubon Center of the North Woods JUNE 1-AUG 31 Southern Gospel Music Concerts Hinckley 15-18 Winter Family Weekend, Sandstone 1st Presbyterian Church of Hinckley Audubon Center of the North Woods JUNE 2–AUG 25 Summer Gospel Nights Concert Series, Hinckley 16 Ice Fishing Contest, Moosehead Lake Moose Lake St. Paul Lutheran Church 16 Art on the Road Pine City TBD City-Wide Garage Sales Sandstone 3 Moose Lake Kiddie Parade Moose Lake 4 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley MARCH 4 4th of July Parade, Fireworks, All Day Activities Moose Lake 9 Outdoor Education & Raptor Lab Sandstone 5-26 Art in the Park Concerts Pine City Audubon Center of the North Woods 7-12 Wild About Animals Camp Sandstone 14-17 Heritage Players Community Theater Pine City Audubon Center of the North Woods 23 Maple Syrup Day Sandstone 11 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley Audubon Center of the North Woods 12-13 Corn & Clover Festival Hinckley 29 Cabin Fever Comedy Show Hinckley 13-14 Agate Days Moose Lake 13 Art in the Park/Clark-Olson Agate Stampede/ Moose Lake Gem & Mineral Show APRIL 14 Collector Car Show Moose Lake 5-7 Highway 61 Film Festival Pine City 18 Sweet Summer Sounds, West Side Park Hinckley 13 Easter Celebrations Hinckley 18-21 Heritage Players Community Theater Pine City 13 Dinner at the Lake, Sandstone 20 Outdoor Art Fest, Robinson Park Pine City Audubon Center of the North Woods 20 Moose Triathlon, Moose Lake City Park Moose Lake 20 Easter Egg Hunt, Moose Lake Community School Moose Lake 21-26 Rocks, Ropes, & Rafts Summer Camp, Sandstone Audubon Center of the North Woods MAY JULY 31-AUG 4 Pine County Fair Pine County 3-5 Women's Wellness & Adventure Weekend, Sandstone Audubon Center of the North Woods Moose Lake AUGUST 4 Moose Run-5k/10k Walk/Run JUNE 1-AUG 31 Southern Gospel Music Concerts Hinckley 4 Kettle River Paddle Festival Sandstone 1st Presbyterian Church of Hinckley 18 Community Business Expo Moose Lake JUNE 2–AUG 25 Summer Gospel Nights Concert Series, Hinckley 24-31 Art in the Park Concerts Pine City St. Paul Lutheran Church 25 Opening, Fires of 1918 Museum & Depot Moose Lake 1 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley 3 Nine & Dine Golf Outing Moose Lake JUNE 6 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley 9-10 Quarry Days Celebration Sandstone TBD Bowling Tournament Hinckley 10-11 Northern Hollow Winery Art Fest Pine City TBD Pine City Farmer's Market Pine City 23-25 Volunteer Work Weekend Sandstone TBD Plant & Flea Market Sale Moose Lake 24 Children's Day, Snake River Fur Post Pine City JUNE 1-AUG 31 Southern Gospel Music Concerts Hinckley AUG 31-SEPT 1 PRCA Championship Rodeo Pine City 1st Presbyterian Church of Hinckley Pine City 1 The War of 1812 Family Day, Snake River Fur Post JUNE 2–AUG 25 Summer Gospel Nights Concert Series, Hinckley SEPTEMBER St. Paul Lutheran Church AUG 31-SEPT 1 PRCA Championship Rodeo Pine City All Tuesdays Sandstone Art in the Park, Train Park Sandstone 7 Hinckley Smokin' Rib Fest Hinckley 6 Sweet Summer Sounds Concert, West Side Park Hinckley 14 Chamber BrewFest Moose Lake 7-28 Art in the Park Concerts Pine City 21-22 Festival of the Voyageur, Snake River Fur Post Pine City 14-16 Grand Celebration PowWow, Hinckley 28 Oktoberfest Activities, Riverside Arena Moose Lake Grand Casino PowWow Grounds

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