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2 McKenzie County is located in the western North Dakota in the heart of the Williston Basin. The community enjoys a diversified economy in a small town setting. Agriculture, oil extraction, financial services, software support and tourism industries provide the foundation of the economic base here. Watford City has been nationally recognized for its quality living, clean environment, stable work force and outstanding education. The purpose of economic development programming in McKenzie County is to promote Watford City and surrounding communities by encouraging economic well being to stimulate growth in the primary sector. McKenzie County Job Development Authority and Watford City Economic Development Corporation will assist individuals and companies by bringing private and public support for businesses bringing new jobs to the community. We have a number of tools available to reduce the cost of capital necessary to start up, expand or relocate your primary sector business to the community. McKenzie County is the perfect destination from which to launch your vacation experience. Whether it s the rugged adventure of exploring a backcountry trail, a quest for the longest golf drive, or discovering the rich culture and history of this region, the possibilities are as endless as our night skies! Once nicknamed the Island Empire, McKenzie County is bordered by Lake Sakakawea, the Little Missouri River and the Yellowstone River. The county includes the beautiful Theodore Roosevelt Park, the Little Missouri National Grasslands, the Maah Daah Hey Trail and the ever changing Badlands. Within a 60 mile radius of Watford City visitors can experience trail riding, cycling, canoeing, fishing, or hunting. Wildlife viewing, photography and camping opportunities abound as well as educational tours on historical, cultural and natural resources preservation. Legendary hospitality flourishes through the amenities in the gateway communities of Watford City, Alexander and Grassy Butte. The Long X Trading Post Visitor Center and Museum is the central location for information on the area s cultural, geological, historical, geographic attractions and general tourist assistance. Also, within the walls of the Long X Trading Post is the largest petrified tree stump ever found in North Dakota(60 million years old, 25,000 pounds, six feet in diameter and 8 feet tall)! The Pioneer Museum packs a whole lot of history and depicts a large part of Watford City and McKenzie County. Watford City is the County Seat of McKenzie County and is your destination for vacation fun. Hometown pride and visionary spirit drive the residents of this progressive ranching community. Surrounded by Lake Sakakawea, the Little Missouri National Grasslands, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation, and the Yellowstone River, Watford City is your connection to area attractions such as the Maah-Daah-Hey Trail and the Lewis & Clark Trail, as well as those listed on the McKenzie County Tourism Bureau website. Click here for additional points of interest... Watford City has an indoor pool as well as the newly constructed outdoor Wild West Water Park, a municipal golf course which features a brand new clubhouse and lounge, hospital, clinic, health club, museums, and many new business and shopping opportunities for the visitor. An outdoor performing arts stage, nature park, cement walk-bike path surrounds the city and many other treasures await discovery. All information and pictures copyright of

3 Your agent with answers. Auto. Home. Farm and Ranch. Business. Life and Annuities. Crop-Hail. Your agent serving Watford City and McKenzie County Eric Mogen Life insurance and annuity products offered through Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company, West Des Moines, IA.

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