Comments for Minnesota Tourism

Comment on Root River Trail – Lanesboro, Minnesota by Judith Ramsey

Judith Ramsey — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:24:33 +0000

Lanesboro, and the surrounding area, is one of our favorite vacation spots! We love all the bed and breakfast inns, the great restaurants and, of course, the biking trail. We intend to spend more time in Lanesboro in the coming year.

Comment on Gilfillan Estate – Redwood Falls/Morgan, Minnesota by Thomas Price

Thomas Price — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:52:35 +0000

My grandparents worked at the Gilfillan farm in the late 1800s. My grandfather was a bookkeeper and my grandmother worked in the kitchen. Both were immigrants from England and Norway respectively.

Would you have any employment records that might include them?

Comment on Pinehaven Farm – Wyoming, Minnesota by Jayne Ang

Jayne Ang — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 19:15:04 +0000

I have been checking out some of your articles and i can claim pretty good stuff. I will surely bookmark your site.

Comment on Blandin Paper Mill Tours – Grand Rapids, Minnesota by Dick Buehler

Dick Buehler — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:50:36 +0000

My sister-in-law and I were the last two to take the tour this year and greatly enjoyed it.
Let your retired (one winged) guide know we both appreciated going through your plant
and we were impressed with the entire operation of your mill. Can’t now help to relate to slick covers to many magazines on the shelf.
Thank you,
Dick Buehler (Wyoming) and Emily Schultz (Mississippi)

Comment on Underwater Adventures Aquarium of Minnesota – Mall of America, Blomington Minnesota by Antonia Mccalop

Antonia Mccalop — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 01:09:17 +0000

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Comment on Boundary Waters Canoe Area – Northern Minnesota by Colorado Springs golf lessons

Colorado Springs golf lessons — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:42:51 +0000

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Comment on Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness – Duluth, Minnesota by Stella Snivley

Stella Snivley — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:29:54 +0000

Superior National Forest…one has died and gone to heaven!!

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Aaron

Aaron — Wed, 11 May 2011 00:26:15 +0000

Anyone know where I can find parts for an old 72 Ramrod mini bike?

Comment on Forest History Center – Grand Rapids, Minnesota by John Sadlowsky

John Sadlowsky — Tue, 10 May 2011 23:54:53 +0000

Hey Skip
Congrats on your retirement. Believe it or not now and then I still think obout our center. and the lady in the cook shack. She sure did love to make a lot of noise when I was around. GREAT people that you had around . If you see Dorman and Mr Hickman give them my Aloha.
All is well on Kauai. Life is good.
Rember, now you should be able to smell the roses. I smell the Pua kini kini everyday!!
Sent with Aloha and many great memories

your friend John

Comment on Como Park Zoo – St. Paul, Minnesota by Ginny

Ginny — Wed, 04 May 2011 11:30:13 +0000

I have pictures of Como Park and the Zoo from the 50′s. I always loved the smell of the Conservatory too. It was always my favorite place at Como Park.

Comment on Minnesota State Capitol – St. Paul, Minnesota by Ginny

Ginny — Wed, 04 May 2011 11:22:31 +0000

No mention of St. Paul’s Cathedral?

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by danny

danny — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 01:28:12 +0000

It finally happened, artic-cat ran out of their own ideas, so they copied the look of ski-doo to a tee, other than color of course. The pointed seat, pointed front end, change the name and you duplicated ski-doo. The sleds look so similar that a rider might mistake the artic cat for the ski-doo. what a let down for artic cat riders.

Comment on Grand Portage National Monument – Grand Portage Indian Reservation, Minnesota by Marge Stanley-Meyer

Marge Stanley-Meyer — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 03:02:03 +0000

Boozho: an acquaintance told me there is a bead store on the Grand Portage reservation open to the public for purchasing beads and beadwork. I would appreciate any info you provide… Please/thank you! Marge

Comment on Bockfest – New Ulm, Minnesota by No fun New Ulm

No fun New Ulm — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 12:52:35 +0000

If you come to New Ulm for Bockfest, be warned that the police are looking for one thing, DWI money for their dept and self promotion. Do not drink and drive, NOT in New Ulm.

Comment on Back to the 50′s Weekend – St. Paul, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 07:15:56 +0000

June 2011

MSRA Back to the 50′s Car Show
Dates: June 17, 2011 – June 19, 2011
Location: Entire Fairgrounds

Comment on Back to the 50′s Weekend – St. Paul, Minnesota by nancy quiglry

nancy quiglry — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 04:00:04 +0000

can you please tell me when the 2011 back to the 50′s car will be held at the state fair grounds?? this year 2011 ithas been years sense we have been able to travel out there and would like to try to come this year!!! also any local hotels would behelpful thankyou.

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Connie

Connie — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 22:25:43 +0000

I have been having trouble with my Fuel Gange. It keeps saying that I need fuel when I have just fulled the tank. We took it to the deals to have it fix the first time and they said we need to put this gas treatment into it. Will we did an it seem to help for about 6o miles and then we filled the tank up and the Fuel keep flashing. Know my husbends is stating to do it also. Do we have a electric proublem or what.

Comment on Northern Lights Model Railroad Assoc. & Museum – East Grand Forks, Minnesota by Bob Mccormick

Bob Mccormick — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 00:52:00 +0000

Visited Northern Lights Museum, very impressive, would recomend it to anyone to visit.

Comment on Northern Lights Model Railroad Assoc. & Museum – East Grand Forks, Minnesota by Bob Mccormick

Bob Mccormick — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 00:47:17 +0000

Saw Casey Holt Junction. very nice

Comment on Chippewa City Historical Park – Montevideo, Minnesota by laurie reister

laurie reister — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 21:14:34 +0000

The Gippes that built the cabin are my great great grandparents. know the founding family must be Heinrich and Rosa Gippe. Mary Gippe, their daughter married Arthur Prien. Their daughter Rose Lagger was my grandma. Id like more info about the family. My sisters and I would like to come visit the Gippe cabin.

Comment on MINNEAPOLIS QUEEN RIVERBOAT CRUISE – Minneapolis, Minnesota by MinneapolisGuy

MinneapolisGuy — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 11:16:06 +0000

I went on this cruise during my prom. I had a great time, although I haven’t been back since.

Comment on Niagara Cave – Harmony, Minnesota by KAYLEE

KAYLEE — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 19:25:18 +0000

i thought it was amazing!!!!!!!!!!! increadible!!!!!! beutiful!!!!!! outstanding I LOVE IT!!!!!!

Comment on Bavarian Blast – New Ulm, Minnesota by Jessica piercy

Jessica piercy — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 22:58:59 +0000

Hello. i just wanted 2 say your town looks beautiful. were i wealthy i would love 2 visit or relocate as ive never had a real community nor family nor home. bless u all

Comment on Pearl of the Lake – Lake City, Minnesota by Joyce Ulmer

Joyce Ulmer — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:08:22 +0000

9-29-2010
I want to thank the captain and his 2 helpers on Pearl of Lakes paddlewheel. Their names were Harry, Larry & ?. We came down from Coon Rapids Senior Center on 9-28. It was the most enjoyable trip We had a gentleman with a disability with us and the crew was fabulous helping him to get off and on the boat. Please thank them for all they did. It was really appreciated. The Captain is the greatest. Thanks again for making our day so great.

Comment on Hay Days Grass Drags – Forest Lake, Minnesota by Snobarons Snowmobile Club

Snobarons Snowmobile Club — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 13:59:44 +0000

Please note:
We are no longer in Forest Lake, MN. Starting in 2010 we have moved to Sunrise Township in Chisago county.
Please see the maps and directions page on our website. http://www.snobarons.com/haydays/maps.html
Thank you,
The Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club

Comment on Douglas County Fair – Alexandria, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:22:33 +0000

Thursday, August 19 – Sunday, August 22, 2010
FREE Band Shell Entertainment
Thursday, August 19th
12:00 noon The Next Step with Ginnie ‘O’
3:00 p.m. Gregory Michael Bruce
4:30 p.m. The “Hot Dishes”
7:00 p.m. Skilly and Duff and
Annie O’Flynn Irish Trio
Friday, August 20th
10:00 a.m. The Next Step with Ginnie ‘O’
1:00 p.m. Runestone Rockettes
3:00 p.m. Missy Radermacher
5:00 p.m. Gregory Michael Bruce
7:30 p.m. Pure Country
Saturday, August 21st
10:30 a.m. The Amazing Hoopsters
12:00 noon 4‑H
1:30 p.m. Turtle Races
1:30 p.m. The Amazing Hoopsters
3:30 p.m. The Uff Da Mountain Boys

Sunday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m. Outdoor church service
12:00 noon Century Farms
12:30 p.m. The Great Adventure Gospel Band
2:00 p.m. 4-H
2:30 p.m. Pedal Pull
3:00 p.m. The Alexienne Chorus

Comment on Douglas County Fair – Alexandria, Minnesota by Marilyn Egan

Marilyn Egan — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:09:49 +0000

Please let me know the exact dates in August and what are some of the attractions…
thanks..

Comment on Forest History Center – Grand Rapids, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:02:10 +0000

The update has been done, thank you for sending it to us.

Comment on Forest History Center – Grand Rapids, Minnesota by Becky Jennings

Becky Jennings — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:34:29 +0000

Dear Editor,

The information regarding the FHC in Grand Rapids, MN is incorrect. Our hours of operation for summer, 2010 are:
Tuesday throught Saturday 11am to 4pm – June 8th through Labor Day Weekend (yes, we are open the entire Labor Day Weekend)

Summer Adm. rates: $8 Adults (18 to 64) $6 Seniors (65+) and active military and students with ID – Children (6 to 17) $5.00 , children 5 and under free, MN Historical Society Members Free.

Winter hours: M-F 9am to 4pm – Adm Adults $4, Sr.A $3, Children $2.50. Please update your information as it is creating a problem for our guests – thank you.
Becky Jennings, Site Supervisor
Forest History Center
2609 Co. Rd. 76
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
218.327.4482.

Comment on New White Sands Trailhead – Faribault, Minnesota by emily herman

emily herman — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:33:32 +0000

I thought it way great way to walk and talk with my family. my family and i had such a great time together that we have already made plans to go back an dbike this time!!! I RECOMMEND this deeply!

Comment on Back to the 50′s Weekend – St. Paul, Minnesota by tony the greek

tony the greek — Sat, 15 May 2010 04:42:36 +0000

your state said you should boycot arizona.well i come everyyear to back to the 50,s. there about 5 of us.so we decided to boycot your state. and thank God you people wont come to Arizona. you dont now how to drive on the roads out here.you people poke along the roads. so i am glad you are boycotting Arizona. so the hot rodders from Arizona are boycoting your state.

Comment on Mixture of Minnesota Trivia and Facts! by Venita Tesch Cronk

Venita Tesch Cronk — Sat, 08 May 2010 17:12:59 +0000

A really interesting list; however, I noticed one error:
#30 – Tonka Trucks were originally developed and built in Mound, Minnesota.

Comment on Voyageurs National Park – International Falls, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Wed, 05 May 2010 21:03:12 +0000

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There are three different ad sized and costs available so I’m sure one will fit your needs.

Pat Watson

Comment on Bunker Hills Regional Park – Coon Rapids, Minnesota by Sue Ward

Sue Ward — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:01:19 +0000

We just wanted to say “THANK YOU” to everyone in the Anoka County Park System.

Last August we had our wedding at Bunker Lakes Regional Park and it was the best of the best (Of course we’re a little prejudice). We hired a caterer to cook Walleye and Pork (over an open fire) and all the fixings right after the wedding. They cooked it all right there and it was done when the service was over. We are still getting great reviews from friends and family about the great food and the good time had by all.

Anoka County really keeps the park beautiful and we are planning to, some day soon, celebrate an anniversary there.

The newly married,
Mr. & Mrs. Craig Ward
Andover, MN

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Yvonne D. Genereux

Yvonne D. Genereux — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:09:01 +0000

My father was an Arctic Cat dealer for several years up in Chelmsford, Ontario, Canada and sold snowmachines and mini bikes. When my father Yvon Genereux raced snowmobiles, he was racing the 1973 Formula 250cc & 440cc open modified class? Sound familiar? He even raced against Team Arctic here in Chelmsford at Sudbury Downs racetrack back in the 70′s or 80′s. The Arctic Cat factory had given him all parts they had left down at the factory since he had such good luck in keeping this machine in the races. My brother now has this machine and would also like to restore it.

I currently have a 1972 Arctic Cat Ramrod 98cc mini bike with the kawasaki engine. I am in the process of restoring it. I was wondering if you still have any stock left for these mini bikes. If not, can you possibly send me information on who might have parts for this mini bike.

Any information or contact place for parts for the above described Arctic Cat’s would be greatly appreciated.

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Pualette

Pualette — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:06:00 +0000

FYI – the 2010 Snowmobile Assembly line schedule to begin production has been pushed back to May 24th with the possibility of further delay of another week.

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Paulette

Paulette — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 16:21:48 +0000

Keep calling Arctic Cat, you will eventually get through (that’s assuming you are using a correct phone number)! Plant TOURS go year round this year, even though there is a scheduled maintenance shutdown for the assembly areas each spring.

Many people want to see where Arctic Cat’s are made even if there is no actual production happening.

Mid-May the snowmobile assembly line is scheduled to begin work, with ATV / UTV assemblers tentatively scheduled to go back to work June 1.

Comment on Minneapolis/St. Paul Lakes Area – Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota by Judith

Judith — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:18:18 +0000

Whenever friends and family Visit Minnesota they want to “go to the lake.” I often find myself reminding them that some of the best lakes are right here in the Twin Cities. Thanks for the reminder!

Comment on Back to the 50′s Weekend – St. Paul, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 04:05:28 +0000

The 2010 Back to the 50′s will be June 18 – 20th at the State Fair Grounds, St. Paul, MN

Comment on Back to the 50′s Weekend – St. Paul, Minnesota by Peggy O'Hare

Peggy O'Hare — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:49:26 +0000

What are the dates for the 2010 Back to the 50′s event?

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:30:52 +0000

Hi Deb,
Actually, we haven’t been able to contact anyone at the plant either. Not sure why they don’t want to be contacted, but apparently they don’t. I’m sorry we can’t help.

Comment on Niagara Cave – Harmony, Minnesota by Norman Nieuwsma

Norman Nieuwsma — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:28:51 +0000

Visited you cave back in about 1950 with 3 friends. Still remember how nice it was!

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Deb

Deb — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:35:36 +0000

How do I find out about touring the Arctic Cat plant? I called a couple numbers and never was able to talk to anyone about when they were on production. I am planning avisit in late may, i am hoping to be able to see the plant. Can anyone help me out?

Comment on Paul Bunyan and Babe – Brainerd, Minnesota by Gunther Gunderson

Gunther Gunderson — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:57:50 +0000

Ja, youbetcha! Ya darn tootin!

Comment on Aitkin’s World Famous Fishhouse Parade – Aitkin, Minnesota by eric bongard

eric bongard — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 01:54:24 +0000

We came up for the first time this year it was a blast , wish It was longer thanks Eric

Comment on Arctic Cat Manufacturing Plant Tour – Thief River Falls, Minnesota by Robert Ramstad TowBuddyBar Inventor

Robert Ramstad TowBuddyBar Inventor — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:07:40 +0000

Hi My name Is Robert Ramstad and I Love Artic Cat Snomobiles and ATV-s there truly the best in the market, I own a nice older 580 and I also owned two of the Artic Cat Four wheelers there truly the best I buy them Thomas snow sports out of Ogilve Minnesota,, I’m looking forward to a tour of the plant in Theif river there one day,,I also will be looking forward to the future with Artic cat, Like I said in my name slot I’m and Inventor and I need to meet with someone from the company one day I came up with a product for snowmoblies and Towbar so I will be looking to see if Artic cat Might want to be one of the first to be able to sell it with there sled’s?? that’s down the road from now.and for now I will sign off by saying Artic cat’s are #1111111111111111,,Aka Robby Danger ,,,Inventor,,,

Comment on One Room School (Ridge School) – Amboy, Minnesota by Isabella Robson (nee Howieson)

Isabella Robson (nee Howieson) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:58:16 +0000

Just reading about your one room school – very interesting. I used to write to a lovely girl called helen jean howieson many years ago and wondered if the helen howieson mentioned in your tutorial is the same person. i often think about her and regret that we lost touch. if it is the same person i would appreciate if you could pass on my regards.

many thank
Isabella Robson (Howieson)

Comment on Historic Forestville – Preston, Minnesota by Marcia Schnorr

Marcia Schnorr — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:36:02 +0000

Hello.
I plan to accompany a group of eight older adults on a trip next week and we will be visiting Forestville late Wednesday afternoon. I made a brief stop there last year in anticipation of this trip and found it to be quite nice.

We will be traveling Aug. 3-6 and are pleased to include this in the itinerary.

Thank you.
Marcia Schnorr
OK Club
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Rochelle, IL

Comment on Aitkin’s World Famous Fishhouse Parade – Aitkin, Minnesota by Enjoy Minnesota Tourism with the Fishhouse Parade | Hunting Fishing Online

Enjoy Minnesota Tourism with the Fishhouse Parade | Hunting Fishing Online — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:12:12 +0000

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Comment on One Room School (Ridge School) – Amboy, Minnesota by Editor

Editor — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:05:37 +0000

Amboy is my home town too so it was a pleasure to be able to write about the school to let the thousands of people that come to our site know about Amboy and some of the history.
Wouldn’t it be neat to let everyone know about the cafe too? The cafe that was a gas station…that too is a neat story!