FREE RESIDENT GUIDE. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties, Minnesota. What s Inside: Businesses Directory History Events And More

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2 Table of Contents 2-3 Local Area Events 3-4 Residential Services 5 Pope County History 6-7 Pope County Communities 8 Stevens County History 9 Stevens County Communities 10 Grant County History Grant County History 13 Local Area Attractions Parks & Recreation DNR License Centers Minnesota Hunting Seasons Minnesota Fishing Seasons 29 Pope County Snowmobile Trails 30 Stevens County Snowmobile Trails 31 Grant County Snowmobile Trails This free publication is made possible by the advertisers and other local agencies and may not be reproduced. Please support the local advertisers in this publication. Comments and/or suggestions may be directed to: info@lincolnmarketing.us View this publication online at: SCAN THE CODE TO DOWNLOAD THIS GUIDE

3 Local Area Events JANUARY Morris Area Health Fair FEBRUARY Winterama & Chili Cook Out Glenwood Bridal Boutique Morris MARCH Morris Spring Expo Wulf s Opportunity Sale Morris APRIL Chokio Fireman s Dance Jazz Fest Morris MAY Coot s Unlimited Banquet Ashby Ashby All Town Rummage Sale Hancock City Wide Rummage Sale Lefse Dagen Starbuck JUNE Old Settlers Reunion Barrett Chokio Community Picnic Cyrus Days Bike Rodeo Glenwood Kiwanis Talent Contest Morris Heritage Days Starbuck JULY Red, White & Blue Parade Ashby Ashby Appreciation Days Waterama Glenwood Hancock Community Celebration 4th of July Celebration Hancock Heritage Days Starbuck Miss Morris Pageant Prairie Pioneer Days Morris Relay for Life Morris Crazy Days Morris Horticulture Night Morris Starbuck Invitational Golf Tournament Traditional Fourth of July in Terrace AUGUST Donnelly Threshing Bee & Jubilee Pope County Fair Glenwood Greenwing Banquet Glenwood Sedan Daze Glenwood Tour de Prairie Lakes Glenwood Hoffman Harvest Festival Grant County Fair Lancaster Stevens County Fair Morris Starbuck Dragon Boat Races SEPTEMBER Pope County Tea Party Glenwood Glenwood Chamber Cup Golf Tournament Lowry Days Harvest Holiday Festival Morris Fiddlers Contest at Terrace Eple Tiden Starbuck Local Area Events OCTOBER Halloween Party Ashby Community Halloween Party Glenwood Hancock Benefit Expo Great Pumpkin Event Morris Scarecrow Days Morris NOVEMBER Christmas Tree Lighting Ashby A Magical Christmas in Glenwood Hoffman Expo Christmas Crafts & Gifts Galore Morris Parade of Lights Morris Lighted Fish House Parade Starbuck Chili Contest Starbuck Resident Services DECEMBER Santa Day Ashby Living Nativity Glenwood Christmas Bazaar Glenwood Lighted Christmas Parade Glenwood Free Community Supper Glenwood Pictures with Santa Morris Starbuck Santa Day POPE COUNTY Administration...(320) Assessor Auditor/Treasurer Court Administration County Attorney Emergency Management Human Services Human Resources Information Technology Land & Resource Management Law Enforcement Probation Public Health Recorder Veteran Services Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 3

4 Resident Services STEVENS COUNTY Assessor...(320) Attorney Auditor/Treasurer Building Maintenance Coordinator Court Administrator Emergency Management Environmental Services Extension Services Highway Department Human Services Information Technology Public Health Recorder Sheriff Veterans Services GRANT COUNTY Attorney...(218) County Commissioner Coordinator District Court Extension Services Highway Department Land Management Public Health Social Services Veterans Services Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope County History (Glenwood, County Seat) Pope County was established in 1862 and named in honor of General John Pope, a local surveyor. Stockholm was selected as the county seat until 1867 when it was moved to Glenwood. Early industry was dominated by agriculture as many settlers arrived to farm the fertile soil. Railroad expansion allowed for growth and by 1900 its population had reached 12,577. Today Pope County is home to approximately 10,995 residents. CITIES: CYRUS - pop. 288 FARWELL - pop. 51 GLENWOOD (COUNTY SEAT) - pop. 2,564 LONG BEACH - pop. 335 LOWRY - pop. 299 SEDAN - pop. 45 STARBUCK - pop. 1,302 VILLARD - pop. 254 WESTPORT - pop. 57 TOWNSHIPS: BANGOR - pop. 217 BARNESS - pop. 138 BEN WADE - pop. 252 BLUE MOUNDS - pop. 207 CHIPPEWA FALLS - pop. 231 GILCHRIST - pop. 239 GLENWOOD - pop. 1,004 GROVE LAKE - pop. 268 HOFF - pop. 195 LAKE JOHANNA - pop. 151 LANGHEI - pop. 217 LEVEN - pop. 528 MINNEWASKA - pop. 504 NEW PRAIRIE - pop. 252 NORA - pop. 207 RENO - pop. 355 ROLLING FORKS - pop. 160 WALDEN - pop. 201 WESTPORT - pop. 279 WHITE BEAR LAKE - pop. 440 *Populations are approximate. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 5

5 Pope County Communities CYRUS Cyrus was first known as Scandiaville as the area was settled in 1881 and as the post office was established the following year, the community was renamed after nearby Lake Cyrus. Streets were platted by Charles Olson and O.H. Dahl and incorporation followed in Today Cyrus is home to approximately 288 residents. FARWELL Farwell was established as rail lines were constructed through the area in In 1887 streets were platted and the post office was established with Ole Irgens serving as the area s first postmaster. Farwell continued to develop and was incorporated in Today Farwell is home to approximately 51 residents. GLENWOOD (COUNTY SEAT) Settlers arrived to the Glenwood area in 1856 and streets were platted by Krik Kinney and Alfred Lathrop in 1866, who played an integral role in the development of the community. Glenwood was selected as the county seat and was incorporated in Railroad development allowed for growth and the community was re-incorporated as a city in Its proximity to Lake Minnewaska now attracts many recreational enthusiasts annually and the area has continued to thrive. Today Glenwood is home to approximately 2,564 residents. Pope County Communities LONG BEACH Long Beach was established as settlers were drawn to the ample natural resources and easy access to Lake Minnewaska. A post office was founded and the community grew slowly. Long Beach was incorporated in 1938 and the area has continued to develop. Today Long Beach is home to approximately 335 residents. LOWRY Lowry was platted as a railway community in 1887 and named in honor of lawyer and realtor Thomas Lowry. By 1896 Lowry was incorporated and within fifteen years businesses included a general store, pharmacy, implement shop, flour mill, hardware store, telephone company and a variety of specialty shops. Today Lowry is home to approximately 299 residents. SEDAN First recognized as Thorson, then Fowlds, Sedan was platted in 1887 as the railroad was constructed. The community was renamed Sedan after Sedan, France and the community was incorporated in Charles Warner served as the area s first postmaster and a general store was constructed to serve the needs of the area. Today Sedan is home to approximately 45 residents. STARBUCK Settlers were attracted to the access of Lake Minnewaska and streets were platted in The community was incorporated the following year and railroad development allowed for dramatic growth. The area is now known for its excellent beach, having been named one of Minnesota s top five beaches within recent years. Today Starbuck is home to approximately 1,302 residents. VILLARD Villard, named in honor of railroad president Henry Villard, was established in Streets were platted and a post office was established that same year. In 1883 Villard was incorporated and businesses were established to meet the growing needs of the community. Today Villard is home to approximately 254 residents. 6 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide WESTPORT D.M. Durkey platted the first streets in Westport in 1866 and the community was re-platted in 1882 as the railroad was developed nearby. A post office was established the following year and Westport began to grow. In 1926 the community was incorporated and the area has continued to prosper. Today Westport is home to approximately 57 residents. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 7

6 Stevens County Communities ALBERTA The first post office in the Alberta area was established in 1883 and the community was originally recognized as Wheeler. It was renamed Alberta after the wife of E.B. Lindsey, a local farmer and the village was incorporated in Railroad development allowed for growth and the area continued to thrive. Today Alberta is home to approximately 103 residents. Stevens County History (Morris, County Seat) Stevens County was established in 1862 and named in honor of General Isaac Stevens who fought in the Civil War. Morris was selected as the county seat and as rail lines were constructed in 1871 the area began to grow. The first newspaper, Frontier Business, was established in 1876 and agriculture led early industry. By 1900 the population of Stevens County had reached 8,721 and the region has continued to develop. Today Stevens County is home to approximately 9,726 residents. CITIES: ALBERTA - pop. 103 CHOKIO - pop. 400 DONNELLY - pop. 241 HANCOCK - pop. 765 MORRIS (COUNTY SEAT) - pop. 5,286 TOWNSHIPS: BAKER - pop. 265 DARNEN - pop. 325 DONNELY - pop. 113 ELDORADO - pop. 109 EVERGLADE - pop. 128 FRAMNAS - pop. 318 HODGES - pop. 264 HORTON - pop. 210 MOORE - pop. 252 MORRIS - pop. 574 PEPPERTON - pop. 148 RENDSVILLE - pop. 177 SCOTT - pop. 150 STEVENS - pop. 82 SWAN LAKE - pop. 210 SYNNES - pop. 104 *Populations are approximate. CHOKIO The name Chokio was derived from an Indian word for halfway or middle and the community was established in 1865 near the Wadsworth Trail. As rail lines were constructed south of the village, the community was moved south to its present location. Early businesses included a creamery, cheese factory, post office and general stores and Chokio was incorporated in Today Chokio is home to approximately 400 residents. DONNELLY First known as Douglas, Donnelly was renamed in honor of local author and politician Ignacious Donnelly and streets were platted in The first post office was established in 1876 with John Gavin Donnelly serving as postmaster and railroad construction allowed for growth. Today Donnelly is home to approximately 241 residents. HANCOCK Hancock was established in 1871 and named after Joseph Woods Hancock. A post office was founded and streets were platted in A rail station was built and in 1881 Hancock was incorporated. The first school was organized in 1912 and the community has continued to prosper. Today Hancock is home to approximately 765 residents. MORRIS (COUNTY SEAT) Morris was founded as a railway community and named in honor of railroad engineer Charles. A.F. Morris. Streets were platted in 1869 and a post office was established in In 1872 Morris was selected as the county seat and incorporated as a village in 1878 and as a city in In 1910 the West Central School of Agriculture was established which was developed into the University of Minnesota Morris in Today Morris is home to approximately 5,286 residents. 8 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 9

7 Grant County Communities ASHBY Ashby was platted as a railway community in 1879 and the post office was established the following year. Fertile soil and access to water attracted residents and the area began to grow. In 1884 Ashby was incorporated and has continued to thrive. Today Ashby is home to approximately 446 residents. Grant County History (Elbow Lake, County Seat) Grant County was established from parts of Stevens County in 1871 and named in honor of Uylsses S. Grant. Elbow Lake was selected as the county seat due to its central location and a courthouse was constructed in The citizens of Herman fought to have the county seat moved to Herman in 1881, but the final vote resulted with Elbow Lake as the winner. By 1900 the population of Grant County had reached 8,935 and the area continued to grow. Today Grant County is home to approximately 6,018 residents. COMMUNITIES: ASHBY - pop. 446 BARRETT - pop. 415 ELBOW LAKE (COUNTY SEAT) - pop. 1,176 HERMAN - pop. 437 HOFFMAN - pop. 681 NORCROSS - pop. 70 WENDELL - pop Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide TOWNSHIPS: DELAWARE - pop. 119 ELBOW LAKE - pop. 157 ELK LAKE - pop. 298 ERDAHL - pop. 343 GORTON - pop. 64 LAND - pop. 244 LAWRENCE - pop. 96 LIEN - pop. 117 LOGAN - pop. 115 MACSVILLE - pop. 128 NORTH OTTAWA - pop. 69 PELICAN LAKE - pop. 425 POMME DE TERRE - pop. 165 ROSEVILLE - pop. 154 SANFORD - pop. 169 STONY BROOK - pop. 164 *Populations are approximate. BARRETT Streets were platted in the Barrett area in 1887 as its proximity to water attracted many settlers. The community and nearby lake were named in honor of General Theodore Harvey Barrett who served in the Civil War. In 1889 Barrett was incorporated and the construction of rail lines allowed for development. Today Barrett is home to approximately 415 residents. ELBOW LAKE (COUNTY SEAT) Named for the nearby Elbow Lake, the community was selected as the county seat in Elbow Lake was platted in 1886 and developed as a railway stop. Churches, businesses, a boarding house, saloon and school were established which attracted many residents. In 1905 the courthouse was constructed which is now of the National Register of Historic Places. The community has grown to become a recreational destination with many resorts and activities for people of all ages. Today Elbow Lake is home to approximately 1,176 residents. HERMAN Herman was named after railroad agent Herman Trott and streets were platted in A post office was established, a rail station was constructed and the community was incorporated in Herman made national headlines in 1994 as the Bachelor Capitol, with 78 single male residents, which spawned many contests, television appearances and even a movie, Herman U.S.A. Today Herman is home to approximately 437 residents. HOFFMAN Hoffman was founded in 1886 as a railway stop and named in honor of chief railroad engineer Robert C. Hoffman. Streets were platted the following year and early businesses included a post office, hotel, grain elevator and a variety of specialty shops. In 1891 Hoffman was incorporated and the area has continued to grow. Today Hoffman is home to approximately 681 residents. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 11

8 Grant County Communities NORCROSS As rail lines were constructed through the area, Norcross was established and its name was a combination of its original proprietors, H.A. Norton and J.N. Cross. In 1881 a post office was founded and streets were platted. In 1904 Norcross was incorporated and has continued to prosper. Today Norcross is home to approximately 70 residents. WENDELL A depot was constructed in the Wendell area in 1887 which attracted many settlers. A post office was established the same year with John A. Beck serving as first postmaster. In 1889 streets were platted and businesses were established to meet the growing needs of the community. Today Wendell is home to approximately 167 residents. 12 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Local Area Attractions ANN BICKLE HERITAGE HOUSE 226 Minnesota Ave. Glenwood (320) CENTRAL SQUARE CULTURAL & CIVIC CENTER 105 NE 2nd St. Glenwood (320) CRYSTAL LANES & ENTERTAINMENT 808 W 5th St. Morris (320) EVANSVILLE ART CENTER 111 Main St. Evansville (218) GLACIAL LAKES STATE PARK Co. Rd. 1 Starbuck (320) GRANT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM & MEMORIAL 115 2nd St. NE Elbow Lake (218) MINNEWASKA GOLF CLUB 605 Golf Course Rd. Glenwood (320) MORRIS THEATRE 12 E 6th St. Morris (320) PEZHEKEE NATIONAL GOLF COURSE Lakeshore Dr. Glenwood (320) PINE RIDGE GOLF COURSE Co. Rd. 15 Evansville (320) PIONEER VILLAGE 304 S Grant St. Evansville (218) POMME DE TERRE GOLF CLUB State Hwy. 9 Morris (320) POPE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 809 Lakeshore Dr. Glenwood (320) PRAIRIE RENAISSANCE CULTURAL ALLIANCE 630 Atlantic Ave. Morris (320) STAR LANES BOWLING 113 W 6th St. Starbuck (320) STEVENS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM 116 W 6th St. Morris (320) TERRACE MILL FOUNDATION Old Mill Pond Rd. Terrace (320) TIPSINAH MOUNDS GOLF COURSE Golf Crs. Rd. Elbow Lake (218) Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 13

9 Parks & Recreation HOFFMAN PARK Amenities include fishing opportunities, camp sites and picnic areas. Located in Elk Lake Township on County Highway 5. RIVERSIDE PARK Amenities include picnic areas, recreational trails and fishing opportunities. Located in Morris on Riverside Road. Parks & Recreation BARSNESS PARK Amenities include camping sites, fishing opportunities, swimming beach, ball fields, tennis courts, bmx bike track, horseshoe pits, picnic areas and recreational trails. Located in Glenwood on State Highway 104. EAGLES BALL PARK Amenities include baseball and softball fields. Located in Morris on East 7th Street. EAST SIDE PARK Amenities include a band shell, basketball court and playground equipment. Located in Morris on East 7th Street. GLACIAL LAKES STATE PARK Amenities include camping sites, a swimming beach, fishing dock, picnic areas, recreational trails, equipment rentals and an interpretive exhibit. Located in Starbuck on County Road Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide GLENWOOD CITY PARK Amenities include tennis courts, playground equipment and picnic areas. Located in Glenwood on 2nd Street. GLENWOOD WAYSIDE PARK Amenities include picnic areas and open play areas. Located in Glenwood on 14th Avenue. GREEN RIVER PARK Amenities include tennis courts, a soccer field, ball field, playground equipment and picnic areas. Located in Morris on Green River Road. HOBO PARK Amenities include camping sites, swimming beach, fishing dock, playground equipment, picnic areas and recreational trails. Located in Starbuck on 1st Street. HOLLY SKOGEN Amenities include picnic areas, recreational trails and is often referred to as the Troll Park. Located in Starbuck on West 7th Street. INDIAN MOUNDS PARK Amenities include picnic areas and Indian burial grounds. Located in Long Beach on North Lake Shore Drive. KJENSTAD PARK Amenities include playground equipment, fishing opportunities and picnic areas. Located in Morris near Lake Crystal. KNAPP MEMORIAL PARK Amenities include camping sites, fishing dock, horseshoe pits, ball field, playground equipment, picnic areas and recreational trails. Located in Villard on Railroad Street. MOUNT LOOKOUT PARK Amenities include picnic areas. Located in Glenwood on 14th Avenue. POMME DE TERRE PARK & CAMPGROUND Amenities include camping sites, a spray park, 9-hole disc golf course, horseshoe pit, fishing dock, fireplace, playground equipment and picnic areas. Located east of Morris on County Road 10. STARBUCK LAKESHORE PARK Amenities include a swimming beach, fishing opportunities, a band shell, tennis courts, basketball court, playground equipment and picnic areas. Located in Starbuck near Lake Minnewaska. PINE RIDGE PARK Amenities include a swimming beach, fishing dock, playground equipment, recreational trail and picnic areas. Located in Delaware Township on East County Road 34. THEDIN PARK Amenities include playground equipment and picnic areas. Located in Morris on West 6th Street. TIPSINAH MOUNDS PARK & CAMPGROUND Amenities include camping sites, fishing opportunities, swimming beach and picnic areas. Located in Elbow Lake on Tipsinah Mounds Road. WELLS PARK Amenities include a tennis court, basketball court, skate park, ball fields, playground equipment and picnic areas. Located in Morris on Pacific Avenue. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 15

10 DNR License Centers HANCOCK BY-LO GAS & GROCERIES 969 6th St. Hancock (320) MORRIS CONTD. JERRY S U-SAVE, INC. 211 Hwy. 9 S Morris (320) DNR License Centers You can purchase hunting and fishing licenses, cross-country ski passes and snowmobile trail stickers through the Electronic License System. Online: Toll-Free: (888) or visit one of the ELS agents available throughout Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties: ASHBY ASHBY HARDWARE HANK 102 Melby Ave. Ashby (218) ELBOW LAKE PROJECT CENTRAL HARDWARE RENTAL 27 Central Ave. Elbow Lake (218) HERMAN D & L SERVICE 516 Atlantic Ave. N Herman (320) MARK S CONVENIENCE STORE 417 Atlantic Ave. Herman (320) HOFFMAN ANDERSON DEW DROP INN 129 Memorial Dr. Hoffman (320) MORRIS ACE HARDWARE 710 Atlantic Ave. Morris (320) EUL S HARDWARE HANK 700 Atlantic Ave. Morris (320) MORRIS CO-OP ASSN Atlantic Ave. Morris (320) STARBUCK CEDAR BAIT & TACKLE 604 N Main St. Starbuck (320) MINNEWASKA BAIT & TACKLE 202 N Main St. Starbuck (320) VILLARD POPE COUNTY CO-OP OIL 600 Washington Ave. Villard (320) WENDELL ANDY S GROCERY Hwy. 55 & Co. Rd. 11 Wendell (218) BARRY S SHORT STOP 201 W Hwy. 82 Ashby (218) BROOTEN RJ S MINI MART 701 E Hwy. 55 Brooten (320) CHOKIO TRI COUNTY CO-OP Hwy. 28 & Main Chokio (320) Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide GLENWOOD CENEX GLENWOOD 330 Co. Rd. 21 S Glenwood (320) FISH ON BAIT & SPORT 201 S Franklin St. Glenwood (320) HUNT S RESORT & RV PARK N Lakeshore Dr. Glenwood (320) KOEP S GLENWOOD CORNER State Hwy. 29 Glenwood (320) Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 17

11 Minnesota Hunting Seasons For general information on firearm safety training call 1 (888) or (651) Contact the MN DNR for specific zone areas: Online: Toll Free: 1 (888) Hunting Safety RABBIT & SQUIRREL 09/18/10-02/28/11; 09/17/11-02/28/12 WOODCOCK 09/24/11-11/07/11 GRAY & RED FOX 10/23/10-03/15/11; 10/22/11-03/15/12 MOOSE (Northeast Zone) 10/01/11-10/16/11 BADGER, OPOSSUM & RACCOON 10/23/10-03/15/11; 10/22/11-03/15/12 TURKEY 10/01/11-10/30/11 GOOSE (Spring Light Goose) 03/01/11-04/30/11 (Early Canada Goose) 09/03/11-09/22/11 CROW 03/01/11-03/31/11; 07/15/11-10/15/11 BEAR 09/01/11-10/16/11 MOURNING DOVE 09/01/11-10/30/11 SNIPE & RAIL 09/01/11-11/07/11 DEER (Archery) 09/17/11-12/31/11 (Camp Ripley Archery) 10/20/11-10/21/11; 10/29/11-10/30/11 (Firearm) 11/05/11-11/27/11 (Muzzleloader) 11/26/11-12/11/11 SHARPTAILED GROUSE 09/17/11-11/30/11 GROUSE & GRAY PARTRIDGE 09/17/11-01/01/12 PHEASANT 10/15/11-01/01/12 PRAIRIE CHICKEN 10/22/11-10/26/11 PRAIRIE & PINE MARTEN 11/26/11-12/04/11 BEAVER (FURBEARER TRAPPING) (North Zone) 10/23/10-02/28/11; 10/22/11-04/30/12 (South Zone) 10/30/10-02/28/11; 10/29/11-04/30/12 MINK & MUSKRAT (FURBEARER TRAPPING) (North Zone) 10/22/10-02/28/11; 10/22/11-04/30/12 (South Zone) 10/30/10-02/28/11; 10/29/11-02/28/12 OTTER (FURBEARER TRAPPING) (North Zone) 10/22/11-01/07/12 BOBCAT (FURBEARER TRAPPING) 11/26/11-01/07/12 All hunters should consider taking an advanced hunter education class to learn the latest hunting techniques along with tips on coming home alive. Here are five suggestions for a safe and successful hunting experience: 18 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 1. Get a detailed map of the area you are hunting, review it before you leave, and carry it with you in the field. 2. Carry a compass and know how to use it. Decide ahead of time the direction to head for if you get lost or disoriented. 3. Weather can change quickly in Minnesota, so hunters should carry a simple survival kit and be prepared for an unexpected overnight stay in the field. The survival kit should contain a rope, a knife, water, waterproof matches, an emergency shelter, and first aid supplies. 4. If you are on the water, make sure to wear a personal flotation device (life preserver). 5. Know your hunting partners physical and emotional limitations, as well as your own, and don t push your partners or yourself beyond those limits. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 19

12 Minnesota Fishing Seasons BOWFISHING 05/01/11-02/26/12; 05/01/11-02/27/11 WALLEYE, SAUGER & NORTHERN PIKE 05/14/11-02/26/12 LARGEMOUTH BASS 05/14/11-02/26/12 SMALLMOUTH BASS 05/14/11-02/26/12 (Catch & Release) 09/12/11-02/26/12 LAKE TROUT 05/14/11-09/30/11 (Lake Superior) 01/15/11-03/31/11 (Boundary Waters) 01/01/11-03/31/11 (Outside Boundary Waters) 01/15/11-03/31/11 Common Fish Species STREAM TROUT* (Southeast Zone) 04/01/11-04/13/11 (Streams) 04/16/11-09/14/11 (All Zones Except Southeast Zone) 04/16/11-09/30/11 MUSKELLUNGE 06/04/11-12/01/11 TAKE-A-KID FISHING WEEKEND 02/19/11-02/21/11; 06/10/11-06/12/11 TAKE-A-MOM FISHING WEEKEND 05/07/11-05/08/11 *Contact the MN DNR for specific zone information by calling: 1 (888) Boating Safety Operating Watercraft Follow these guidelines to help prevent and prepare for capsizing, swamping, or someone falling overboard. Make sure that you and your passengers are wearing life jackets while the boat is moving. Attach the ignition safety lanyard to your wrist, clothes, or life jacket. Don t allow anyone to sit on the gunwale, bow, seat backs, motor cover, or areas not designed for seating. Also, don t let anyone sit on pedestal seats when craft is not in idle. Don t overload your boat. Balance the load of passengers and gear stored on-board. Keep your center of gravity low by not allowing people to stand up or move around while craft is in motion. In small boats, don t allow anyone to lean beyond the gunwale. Turn boat at slow rates of speed. Secure the anchor line to the bow, never to the stern. Don t risk operating water craft in rough conditions or bad weather. 20 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 21

13 Boating Safety Know Your Craft Boating Safety Flotation Devices Offshore Life Jackets - Type 1: For rough or remote waters where rescue may take awhile. Provide the most buoyancy, excellent for flotation, turns most unconscious persons face up in the water. Near-Shore Vests - Type 2: Good for calm waters when quick assistance or rescue is likely. Turns some unconscious wearers face up in the water, but not as efficiently as offshore life jackets. Flotation Aids - Type 3: Vests or full-sleeved jackets good for calm waters when quick assistance is likely. Not for rough waters. They will not turn most unconscious persons face up. Used for sports, such as water-skiing. Some inflate in water. Unwearable / Throwable Devices - Type 4: Cushions and ring buoys designed to be thrown to someone in trouble. Type 4 is not designed to be worn. Not for rough waters - not for anyone unable to hold on to it. Special Use - Type 5: Vests, hybrids/others designed for specific activities, for example windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing. Some Type 5 devices inflate when entering the water. To be acceptable, Type 5 must be used in compliance with their label instructions. Who May Operate a Motorboat (Other Than a Personal Watercraft) For engines 25 horsepower or less: Those under age 12 may operate without restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower through 75 horsepower: Those under age 12 must have someone 21 years of age or older on board within reach of the controls. For engines over 75 horsepower: No children under age 12 may operate, even with an adult on board. 22 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Other restrictions apply to boat operators 12 to 17 years old: Operators from 12 to 17 years of age may operate engines of 25 horsepower or lower with no restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower: Operators 12 to 17 years of age must have: A watercraft operator s permit, or someone age21 years or older old on board within reach of the controls. All watercraft must have at least one Coast Guard Approved Type 1, 2, 3 or 5 flotation device that is the proper size for each person on board or being towed. All devices must be in good condition and easily accessible. Children under age 10 must wear a device when on board a boat that is underway unless: in an enclosed cabin or below deck or on an anchored boat that is being used for swimming or diving or passenger craft with a licensed captain. Along with the above at least one approved Type 4 must be on board boats 16 ft. or longer (except canoes and kayaks) and immediately available. A Coast Guard approved Type 5 device may be substituted for any other Coast Guard approved device if it meets the same requirements and is noted on the label. Anyone riding a jet ski or other Personal Water Craft must wear an approved -non inflating flotation device, as well as anyone being towed by a water craft. Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 23

14 Improving Lakes, Rivers & Streams Use phosphorus-free fertilizers to help control algae growth. Phosphorus helps to feed algae. Excessive algae makes swimming and fishing unpleasant, and stresses fish and wildlife. Bag your lawn clippings or use them for compost. Grass and leaves also contain phosphorus which promote algae growth. Trimmings that end up in streets end up polluting lakes and streams. Utilize rain barrels for gardening to help reduce runoff, as runoff transports pollutants to lakes and streams. Pick up after your pets, as their waste causes algae growth and has bacteria. Use alternative methods for controlling pests and weeds, or limit your chemical use to the minimum amount required. Maintain your lawn by seeding bare patches, aerating and allowing your grass to grow between 2½-3 inches to prevent soil erosion and promote strong roots. Swap your lawn for native plants, as native plants have deeper roots which prevent soil erosion. ATV Safety Read the owner s manual and know your vehicle thoroughly. Check your vehicle before you ride. Wear protective equipment and clothing. Don t lend your vehicle to unskilled riders. Supervise young or inexperienced riders. Never carry a passenger on vehicles meant for one rider. Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Drive at speeds that are appropriate to trail conditions. Stay to the right on trails. Stay away from thin ice, open water and wetlands Know the weather forecast. Make sure headlights and taillights work properly. Maintain safe distances between other riders. Reduce your speed when riding at night. Yield to other motor vehicles and trail users. Young or beginning riders are encouraged to take a safety training course. Be aware of what you put down drains and toilets. Oils, paints and hazardous chemicals should never be flushed. Hazardous waste should be disposed of in the proper manner. Utilize environmentally friendly household products, such as dish washing soap and laundry detergent. Conserve water by turning it off when not needed, as it reduces the amount of water that needs to be treated for consumption. Utilize porous pavers for walkways and driveways to lower the amount of water runoff. For more information on improving lakes, rivers and streams, call the MNDNR at (888) Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 25

15 Bicycle Safety Always wear a properly fitting bike helmet as most serious injuries are to the head. Be sure your handlebars, seat and wheels fit snugly. Keep your bike in good shape by checking and oiling your chain, making sure your brakes work properly and maintaining your tire pressure. Always ride with both hands on the handlebars except when doing turn signals. When leaving a driveway, curb or alleyway always stop and check for traffic in both directions. Cross only at intersections. Use the crosswalk to walk your bike across busy intersections and follow the traffic signals. Never ride against traffic. Travel in the same direction as the cars. Whenever you can, use bike routes and avoid busy streets. Don t ride near parked cars as doors can open and cause accidents. Obey all traffic signs and traffic lights. When biking with friends, ride in a single file. Always pass other bikers or pedestrians on the left and say On your left! to make your presence known. Always use bicycle hand signals to alert traffic of your changing direction. Snowmobile Safety Do not consume alcohol or take drugs prior to or during your snowmobile trip. Doing so increases your chances of injury or death. Slow down and don t cut to the inside of the trail corners. It s dangerous and illegal. If you snowmobile at night, don t override your lights. Always use the buddy system. Never ride off alone. Drowning is one of the causes of many snowmobile fatalities. Whenever possible, avoid the ice. Wear sensible, protective clothing designed for operating a snowmobile. Use a full size helmet, goggles, or visor to prevent injuries from twigs, stones, ice chips and other debris. Avoid wearing long scarves. They may get caught in moving parts of the snowmobile. Know the terrain you are going to ride. If unfamiliar to you, ask someone who has traveled over it before. Know the weather forecast, especially the ice and snow conditions. Be sure your snowmobile is in top-notch mechanical condition throughout the months of use. Familiarize yourself with the snowmobile you are driving. Thoroughly read the manual that accompanies the snowmobile. Do not pursue domestic or wild animals. That is not the conduct of a sportsman. Report such violations to the nearest law enforcement officer. Common Trail Signs 26 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 27

16 Snowmobile Safety Pope County Snowmobile Trails 26 Farwell 28 Lowry Villard Westport 33 3 Cyrus Starbuck 114 Long Beach 104 Glenwood Grove Lake Sedan Terrace Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 29

17 Stevens County Snowmobile Trails Grant Snowmobile Trails Donnelly Wendell Ashby Elbow Lake Erdahl Chokio 28 Alberta Morris Charlesville Barrett Hancock 8 8 Norcross Hoffman Herman Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 31

18 Home Safety Keep the outside of your home well-lit. Motion sensors and timers help deter burglars. Dead-bolts and peep-holes should be placed on all outside doors. Windows and sliding glass doors should have locks and be in good working order. Keep your garage door closed. Use an engraver to mark computers, cameras, stereos, TV s, tools, yard equipment, etc. Never leave valuables, expensive jewelry, or large amounts of cash at home. If you must, keep a list of your valuables with serial numbers to assist in insurance claims. Keep your car locked at all times and store all valuables out of sight. Guns should always be stored unloaded and with a gunlock. Become part of a neighborhood watch or program that is similar. Be suspicious of unusual people or vehicles in your neighborhood. Document the date, time, description and license plate number to give to law enforcement if needed. When on vacation, do not advertise your absence. Stop mail and newspaper delivery. Have a trusted friend or neighbor to give the impression you are home by stopping by to take out trash, shovel snow, mow the lawn, etc. Carbon Monoxide Safety PREVENTION Install carbon monoxide detectors near every bedroom, gas appliance and in your RV, camper or motor home and test them monthly. Have flues, chimneys and all fuel-burning appliances inspected by a professional annually. Make sure fireplaces, wood stoves, dryers, furnaces and water heaters are properly vented to the outside. Only burn clean and untreated wood. Never idle your car or gas powered vehicle in the garage, with or without the garage door open. Toxic fumes build up quickly and can easily contaminate your home. Never use gas-powered engines like weed trimmers, snow blowers, chain saws, lawnmowers or portable generators in enclosed areas. Never use a charcoal grill indoors or in any closed area. Never use a gas oven to heat your home. Never sleep in a room or area heated with a gas or kerosene space heater that does not have proper ventilation. SYMPTOMS Headaches, severe fatigue, vomiting, nausea, muscle and joint pain, dizziness, tingling, vertigo Attention and multi-tasking problems, short-term memory problems, word-finding problems Irritability, temper, loss of interest, sleep disturbance, anxiety, lack of motivation Eating and swallowing difficulties, vision problems, lack of muscular coordination, speaking difficulty, ringing in the ears Seizures, tremors, balancing problems, shortness of breath Carbon monoxide poisoning is easily confused with flu-like symptoms. Serious longterm health risks or death can result if warning signs are ignored. Carbon monoxide can affect you for days, weeks, months or years. High levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal within minutes. TREATMENT Immediately take the victim out to fresh air. If the victim cannot be removed, open every window and door. All appliances should be turned off. Take the victim to an emergency room as quickly as fast as possible, or call Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 33

19 Emergency Planning ESCAPE ROUTES Everyone in your family should know the best ways to exit the house in case of a disaster. Teach your young children how to open sliding doors, windows and other exits. Designate a meeting place where the family can gather after escaping from the house. FLASHLIGHTS The whole family needs to know where to find flashlights. Periodically check the batteries. FULLY CHARGED CELL PHONES All family members should keep their cell phones charged. Make a habit of charging them, while everyone is asleep. Cell phones can be lifesavers in emergencies. LIST OF VALUABLES Keep this document listing your possessions (and if possible, a video of your home interior) in a fireproof safe, or in a safe deposit box at a bank. COMMUNITY EMERGENCY PLANS Familiarize yourself with community evacuation plans and neighborhood escape routes. Post a copy of them in a highly visible place in your home. 34 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide THUNDERSTORM/TORNADO Remove dead branches from trees beforehand to avoid injury or damage. After seeing lightning, if you hear thunder in less than 30 seconds, it is recommended that you stay inside for 30 minutes after the thunder has ceased. The inside of a car is safer than the outside, as a lightning strike will simply pass through the car as long as you aren t in contact with any metal. Unplug all major appliances, as a power surge can cause serious damage. Avoid all tall structures and elevated areas as well as large amounts of metal. FIRES Make sure that every level of your house has a smoke detector, and be sure to test them once a month. Have the family plan an emergency exit route. Always keep track of any stoves or high-temperature/ high-voltage appliances that are running. Be sure to never leave any cooking unattended. Keep lighters and matches away from children. If a burn occurs, soak the skin in cool water. If the skin blisters, seek medical assistance. x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR BURNS & CHOKING BURNS For minor 1st and 2nd degree burns smaller than 3 in diameter: Cool the Burn. Run cool water over the burned area for 5 minutes, or until the pain diminishes. Never put ice on a burn! Bandage the burn with sterile gauze: It is important to use loosely wrapped gauze. This will avoid pressure and the bandage protects blisters. NEVER put lotions, vaseline, ointments or butter on burn. Do not break any blisters, which can cause infection. Take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen or Acetominophen to relieve pain: Minor burns usually heal with these basic treatments. Be aware for signs of infection which may include: increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If symptoms develop, seek medical help. Avoid tanning the burned area for at least a year. Protect the area with sunscreen outdoors. Avoid giving aspirin to children. For 3rd degree burns/all major burns - DIAL 911 DO NOT run cold water over large severe burns - this can cause shock. DO NOT remove burnt clothing. Check for signs of breathing/coughing/movement. If there are no signs of breathing begin CPR. Elevate burned areas above heart level, if possible. Cover the burn(s) with cool, sterile, moist bandages, towels or cloth. CHOKING Most people clutch at their throats when choking, an obvious symbol for help. However, if a person isn t giving that signal, be alert for these indications. Inability to talk, difficulty breathing or noisy breathing, inability to cough forcefully, skin/lips/nails turning blue, loss of consciousness. The Red Cross recommends a five-and-five method for first aid: First give five blows between the person s shoulders with the heel of your hand. Second, perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) five times. Alternate between five back blows and five abdominal thrusts until the blockage is dislodged. IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 35

20 x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR CPR & HEART ATTACK CPR CPR is to be administered when a person is not breathing or has no pulse. Be quick to act by remembering the A,B,C s: Airway, Breathing & Circulation. Airway: Place the person on a firm surface, on their back. Kneel next to the person s neck and shoulders. Open the person s airway by tilting back the head and lifting the chin. Breathing: With the head tilted and chin lifted, pinch the nostrils shut and cover the person s mouth with yours. Give two slow breaths. Circulation: Find the hand position on the center of the breastbone. Place the heel of your hand on that position, with your other hand on top of the first hand. Use your upper body weight to push down. Give two compressions per second. Compress the chest at a rate equal to 100/minute. Perform 30 compressions at this rate. Repeat until an ambulance arrives. HEART ATTACK Symptoms of a heart attack may include any of the following: Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain in the center of the chest. Expanded pain in the upper abdomen. Shortness of breath. Pain or numbness in either arms, shoulders, neck, jaw or teeth. Dizziness or fainting. Nausea and sweating. If you or someone else may be having a heart attack - follow these steps immediately: DIAL 911 Chew and swallow Aspirin (unless you are allergic/not allowed to) Take Nitroglycerin (only if prescribed) Begin CPR if the person is unconscious 36 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 x Emergency First-Aid Tips x FIRST AID FOR INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS & POISON SAFETY INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction from insect bites (latex, food and drug allergies can also cause Anaphylaxis). Typical symptoms include hives, the swelling of lips or eyes, swollen throat, drop in blood pressure, light headedness, confusion, nausea or diarrhea. If someone is having an allergic reaction from an insect bite with these symptoms: CALL 911. Administer emergency prescription medication. See if the person is carrying special emergency allergy medicine and give it to them according to the directions. Loosen tight clothing. Lay the person down. The person should lay down on their back with feet elevated. Turn them on their side if they are vomiting or bleeding from their mouth to prevent them from choking. If they are not breathing - administer CPR. Most insect bite reactions are mild and cause no allergic reaction. If stung by a bee, use a straight edged object, like a credit card, to scrape away the stinger. Don t use tweezers - they can pinch more venom out of the stinger. Apply an ice pack to the area and take an over the counter pain reliever. POISON PREVENTION Teach your children about poison and how it can look like a food or drink. They should always ask an adult before eating or drinking anything. Have them learn the poison control phone number: and keep it programmed or posted near all your phones. Here are some prevention tips. Lock up your poisons and medications. Keep them out of the reach of children, lock them up if possible. Make sure your children understand that medicine is not candy. Follow directions carefully. Read your labels. Be sure to use and store all poisons and medications properly according to recommendations. Keep your pets safe from household chemicals, too. Don t allow pets near areas that have just been cleaned with chemicals, such as freshly mopped floors or bleached bathtubs and sinks. Clean up any antifreeze/coolant spills. Pets like the flavor but they can die if they ingest it. Store poisonous foods or plants in areas that your pets cannot access. Call your local emergency veterinary hospital if you believe your pet has been poisoned. IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 37

21 Safety Tips for Parents & For Kids PARENTS: Teach your kids that an emergency is when you need help from a doctor, a police officer or a firefighter. Designate a safe place by your house that a child can go to if they need help right away. Have your kids memorize your address and phone numbers. They should also know your full name and where you work. Emergency Numbers For Kids KEEP A COPY OF THIS LIST NEAR EACH PHONE IN YOUR HOUSE MY ADDRESS: MY PHONE NUMBER: KIDS: FIRE SAFETY If you or someone else is on fire - remember to STOP, DROP and ROLL. Wrap a blanket on the person to help put out the fire. If there is a fire, leave the house as fast as you can! Crawl on the floor to avoid smoke and if the door is hot, don t open it - find another way out. Learn all the fire exits in your house. Assign a safe place outside for everyone to meet in case of a fire emergency. MOM AT WORK: MOM CELL PHONE: DAD AT WORK: DAD CELL PHONE: NEIGHBOR: HOME ALONE Never tell anyone that you are home alone. If someone calls and ask for your mom and dad, tell them They cannot come to the phone right now, can you please call back later? Do not answer the door, unless it is someone that you know your parents have okay d them to come over. 38 Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide EMERGENCY CONTACT: POISON CONTROL: EMERGENCY DIAL 911Pope, Stevens & Grant Counties Resident Guide 39

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