ACTIVITIES. Snowmobiling. Cross Country Skiing

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2 ACTIVITIES Snowmobiling A 1,200 mile network of snowmobile trails radiate in every direction from Brainerd, making the Brainerd Lakes Area one of the upper Midwest s premier snowmobiling destinations. Ride the 110 mile Paul Bunyan Trail to Bemidji, or venture off one of the other groomed trails. The famous Gull Lake Lighted Trail will guide you on your night excursions. Cross Country Skiing The Brainerd Lakes Area offers a scenic 240 miles of groomed and non-groomed cross-country ski trails. Thousands of skiers enjoy these trails every winter. There are even lighted trails for night skiing, which means you won t need to quit just when your skis get warmed up. Get Cross-Country Ski Trail Maps at Brainerd.com! Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding Paul Bunyan Trail The Paul Bunyan Trail offers over 110 miles of continuously paved trail. It winds past 21 lakes, four rivers and many streams on its journey north from Brainerd to Bemidji. Although summer trail activities are multi-purpose, winter trail use is exclusively for snowmobiling. The Paul Bunyan Trail passes through 15 towns, providing a number of options for snowmobilers to warm up and grab a bite to eat before hitting the trail again. Ice Fishing Down hill skiing and snowboarding is Fun in Brainerd Minnesota! Ski Gull invites all snow park enthusiasts to make our community ski hill their recreational destination for outdoor fun and enjoyment this winter season. Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding and Tubing are all available at Ski Gull. Plus, Ski Gull offers great programs for those who would like to learn how to ski or snowboard. Season Tickets are available so plan ahead and get your tickets now! Just up for the weekend? Ski Gull has rental equipment. Ice fishing s largest prize package, brought to you by the Brainerd Jaycees, will be up for grabs as thousands of anglers take to the ice for a day of fun with family and friends. With well over $150,000 in cash and prizes, this event is a can t miss affair! All proceeds are donated to Confidence Learning Center and other local charities.

3 WINTER RESORT LODGING Auger s Pine View Resort West Shamineau Drive Motley, MN Toll-Free: Beacon Shores Resort Silver Peak Road Crosslake, MN Local: Toll-Free: Birch Bay Resort South Agate Shore Drive SW Nisswa, MN Local: Toll-Free: Snow & solitude on Agate Lake! 1,2, 3 and 5 BR lakehomes with gas fireplace, jacuzzi or hot tub, and full kitchens; Ice fishing, crosscountry skiing and broomball free. On snowmobile trail to Gull Lake and Pillsbury Forest. Downhill skiing at Ski Gull. Jake s and Quarterdeck Restaurants nearby. Boyd Lodge Silver Peak Road Crosslake, MN Local: Toll-Free: Think of Boyd Lodge as your headquarters for winter adventure. We have over 5 miles of groomed groomed cross country ski trails, ski rental, a lighted skating rink, snowshoeing and we are located near the Paul Bunyan Trail with it s miles of snowmobile trails. After a fun day outside you can enjoy the whirlpool, sauna and your own cozy fireplace. Our roomy cabins are great for a group or a quiet get-away. To top it off, Crosslake is only a few miles down the road, with it s unique shopping and great dining. We hope to see you this winter! Breezy Point Resort Breezy Point Drive Breezy Point, MN Toll-Free: Cocktails and breakfast come FREE with your winter lodging at Breezy Point Resort. Check out our NEW indoor pool at the Breezy Inn and Suites (rooms starting at $119/night) and our NEW 4 bedroom BOATHOUSE. Breezy is the Place to Play, Night and Day, all Year Round. Camp Holiday Resort Round Lake Road Deerwood, MN Local: Toll-Free: If you are looking for a weekend getaway to relax with family, friends or go snowmobiling; Camp Holiday Resort is your place to stay. Stay in our seven bedroom reunion home that is open year around. Campfire Bay Resort Azure Road Cushing, MN Toll-Free: Campfire Bay Resort s four winter cabins Willow, Tamarack, Poplar, and Cabin 11 boast satellite TVs, jacuzzi-style tubs, dishwashers, fireplaces (Willow, Poplar, and Tamarack only) and great views of the frozen lake. Specializing in scrapbooking retreats, couple, family, and friend get-aways, with great ice fishing and close proximity to snowmobiling trails. Cozy Bay Resort Co. Road 4 Nisswa, MN Toll-Free: The Cottage at Golden Eagle W Eagle Lake Road Fifty Lakes, MN Local: Toll-Free: The Cottage is available even when the snow flies. Snowmobile trails are within a few minutes of our front door and lead to hundreds of miles of winter adventure. If you prefer cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, simply step out the door and blaze a trail across the course and surrounding woods. What a great place to gather with the family for the holidays. Every season offers a new experience at Golden Eagle--we hope you will enjoy all of them. Cragun s Resort Craguns Drive Brainerd, MN Local: Toll-Free: 800-CRAGUNS ( ) Discover our winter side. Inside... Be pampered at Gull Lake Spa, play in our indoor Sports Centreor huge indoor pool and whirlpool. Outside... There s ice fishing, ice skating, dog sled rides, X-C skiing, or a horse drawn trolley ride followed by a bonfire. Plus, Cragun s is MN s largest snowmobile rental facility with all new 4-stroke turbo Polaris sleds. Good Ol Days Family Resort - Box 358 Nisswa, MN Local: Toll-Free: Winter at Good Ol Days Family Resort is the most magical time of the year. Our NEW 4-SEASON RESORT is right on the Paul Bunyan snowmobile trail for 100 s of miles of riding pleasure. Snowshoeing, X.C. skiing, ice fishing, shopping, or relaxing by the fire. Family retreats and romantic getaway packages available. Grand View Lodge Nokomis Ave. Nisswa, MN Local: Toll-Free: Grand View Lodge is Minnesota s Winter Resort: the perfect place to escape from it all. Come for a relaxing getaway at our spa... gather a group of friends and laugh the week away... enjoy together time with the whole family. Whatever your pleasure, Grand View Lodge is Minnesota s destination for all seasons.

4 WINTER RESORT LODGING Gull Four Seasons Resort St. Columbo Road Brainerd, MN Local: Toll-Free: Izaty s Resort th Ave. Onamia, MN Local: Enjoy winter at Izatys with activities for ice fisherman to snowmobiling. Warm up next to the fire in one of our many beach villas or lakeside townhomes. Come out of the cold into the cozy atmosphere of our club XIX restaurant and bar with our award winning chef. Kavanaugh s Resort Kavanaugh Drive Brainerd, MN Local: Toll-Free: Access the most popular winter activities from your doorstep. Cross-country ski, snowshoe, snowmobile trails, ice fishing, ice skating or sit around a blazing campfire. End your day at the indoor pool, relax in the whirlpool or sit in front of the fireplace in the privacy of your own cottage. Quarterdeck Resort Birch Bay Drive SW Cty. Rd. 77 Nisswa, MN Local: Toll-Free: Winter fun starts here! 3 minutes to Ski Gull s downhill, snowboarding & tubing hills; snowmobile from your door on the famous Gull Lake Lighted Trail, Pillsbury Forest & 1,000 miles of groomed trails; x-c ski 15 area trails, walk out your door to ice fish (ice house rentals available); soak in the Birchwood Villa Sunroom Whirlpool & Sauna; Game Room; casual dining at Quarterdeck s award-winning Boathouse Restaurant. Romance Packages; Family Time; vacation any time of year. Rugged River Resort S 6th Street Brainerd, MN Local: Toll-Free: Shing Wako Resort County Road 3 Merrifield, MN Local: Toll-Free: If you re looking to escape to a peaceful winter getaway you ll love wintertime at Shing Wako Resort! Relax by your fireplace, snowmobile, ice fish or host a family reunion! Nearby is cross country/downhill skiing, ice skating, and more. Winter lodging, 3 nights or more, is available by reservation in Cabins and Reunion Condos Snowmobile trail access available right from the resort. Sweetwater Resort Azure Road Cushing, MN Local: Toll-Free: FISH (3474) Our duplex and lake home are available all year for family gatherings, quilting, scrapbooking, ice fishing or skiing. Snowmobile trails, at our front door, provide hundreds of miles of winter adventure. Lindbergh State Park and Pillsbury Forest provide miles of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. Ice-fishing houses for rent nearby. Train Bell Resort Train Bell Road Merrifield, MN Local: Toll-Free: Looking for the perfect winter escape? Whether you want to snowmobile, ice fish, a scrapbook retreat or just want to get-away with family and friends to relax, we can accommodate your needs. We have 2, 3, and 6 bedroom units with fireplaces. We are located on the Paul Bunyan Trail for your snowmobiling pleasure and North Long Lake is known for its winter fishing. We are also close to cross-country and downhill skiing, ice skating, snowboarding, tubing hills, shopping and restaurants. Call us to ask about our Winter Lodging Specials. Whitefish Area Lodging Association - Pequot Lakes, MN Toll-Free: Wilderness Resort Villas - Pequot Lakes, MN Toll-Free: Woodland Beach Resort Woodland Beach Lane Deerwood, MN Toll-Free:

5 SNOWMOBILE TRAIL MAP Snowmobile Trail Lake Trail Lighted Trail Roads

6 VACATION HOME RENTALS Many private cabin and cottage rentals are available for your Minnesota winter vacation. Enjoy a private escape while partaking in the various winter activities the Brainerd Lakes Area offers. The outdoors enthusiasts will be sure to appreciate the close proximity many of these cabins offer to snowmobile trails, cross-country ski trails, and great icefishing lakes. For those of you who prefer to sip on hot cider and peer through the cottage window while watching the snow fall, these cabins are sure to offer you a warm, comfortable retreat. As you re preparing for your winter vacation in the Brainerd Lakes Area, plan on dining at some of the great area restaurants to help you warm up after playing in the snow. Birchwood and Lakeside Villas Birch Bay Drive SW County Road 77 Nisswa, MN Local: Toll-Free: Relax or be active in winter on Gull Lake, by the Pillsbury State Forest. Cozy fireplaces, king & queen beds, in-room whirlpools, kitchenettes, sauna, restaurant. X-country ski, ice fish, snowmobile, Ski Gull for skiing, snowboarding, tubing. Blackwater Lodge Green Forest Drive NW Longville, MN Phone: Wintertime is fun time at Blackwater Lodge on pine-studded Blackwater Lake near Longville, MN. Enjoy snowmobiling the famed Paul Bunyan or 450 miles of other trails, skating or ice fishing on our secluded lake and relaxing before a blazing fire enjoying amenities of luxury log home living. Enjoy watching a movie in our home theater. Richardson Lakehomes - Gull Lake Chain Brainerd Lakes Area, MN Toll-Free: pin-00

7 LAKES AREA EVENTS Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival - November 13, 2010 Over 150 exhibitors, quality hand-crafted items! Free Admission, refreshments available. Sponsored by ISD #181 Community Education. Sertoma Winter Wonderland - November 25, January 1, 2011 This spectacular, new holiday tradition includes a driving tour of more than 60 colorfully lit displays that are sure to add a sparkle of excitement to the eyes of families throughout the Lakes Area. The excitement begins on Thursday, November 25, 2010 (Thanksgiving Day!). Winter Wonderland will be open Wednesday through Saturday from 5:30-8:30 pm. through 1/1/11. The Holiday Village, featuring Santa Claus and concessions, will be open on Friday and Saturday nights. Check schedule for Signing (ASL) Santa visits, date night, walking tour nights and horse and wagon nights. Nisswa City of Lights - November 26, 2010 Welcome the holiday season with holiday carolers and an explosion of color and lights. Horse drawn hay wagon rides, storytelling, bonfire & hot food are all part of Downtown Nisswa s Annual holiday lighting event. Free admission. Festival of Lights - November 26, 2010 Celebrate the beginning of the Holiday season at the Annual Festival of Lights in Walker, MN. It is your chance to do some Holiday shopping at the fun retail shopsin Walker. Santa and Mrs. Claus make a visit to Village Square to hear children s holiday wishes and pose for photos. A festival of Lights Parade begins at 6:00 pm. Christmas with the Lindberghs: November 27, 2010 Step back in time and visit the Lindbergh home as costumed characters portray family members and hired workers readying the house for Christmas Tour the home and hear C.A. Lindbergh and how he lost the bid for the U.S. Senate, see improvements made to the house at the time, learn about the recent end of World War I in Europe, and find out what everyone s hopes are for the new year of World Famous Fish House Parade - November 26, 2010 Expect the un-ordinary as ice fish houses decorated in wacky and outrageous manners are paraded through downtown Aitkin. Enjoy live music, food, craft sales, a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus and more! Ice Fest - Breezy Point - January 7-8, 2011 Annual Ice Fest Celebration at Breezy Point Resort. Fun for the whole family includes Radar Runs, Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, Ice Auger Contest, Ice Slides, Snow Sculpture Contest, Snow Golf, Fireworks over the ice and more! Minnesota celebrates Winter! Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous - January 21-23, 2011 Snowmobiles built in 1966 and before race at speeds up to 18 mph. Competitions include drag, oval, reverse oval and obstacle rallies. $150,000 Ice Fishing Extravaganza - January 22, 2011 Ice fishing s largest prize package will be up for grabs as thousands of anglers take to the ice for a day of fun with family and friends. With over $150,000 in cash and prizes, this 21st Annual event, hosted by the Brainerd Jaycee s, is a can t miss affair! Crosslake Winterfest - February 4-5, 2011 Enjoy Winter fun for the whole family! Various winter activities will take place throughout the weekend. Arctic Blast Snowmobile Rally - February 12-13, 2011 Snowmobile with current and former Vikings players & cheerleaders at the Vikings Arctic Blast Snowmobile Rally. Gather prize tickets from designated Blast Points for a chance to win prizes. A fun way to enjoy Minnesota winters while raising dollars to benefit the Vikings Children s Fund. Eelpout Festival - February 18-20, 2011 The International Eelpout Festival is an angling contest to experience! Held annually on Leech Lake (Walker, MN), this festival includes additional winter events such as Best Eelpout Encampment Judging, Polar Plunge, AquaVu Eelpout 500, Eelpout Bowl Rugby Tournament, Ice Fishing Olympics and International Ice Drilling Championships! Gull Lake Frozen Fore - February 25-27, 2011 The Gull Lake Frozen Fore is a winter fest held at area resorts and restaurants on Gull Lake. At each of our sponsor locations (Bar Harbor, Cragun s, Ernie s on Gull, Grand View Lodge, Jake s, Matty s, Quarterdeck, Zorbaz on Gull, Ski Gull and Hole in the Day Bay) you ll partake in a family-friendly winter activity such as sledding, shooting hockey pucks, golfing in the snow, and snow bowling. Then jump on your snowmobile or shuttle to your next location. Polar Bear Plunge - March 5, 2011 Take the plunge into Pelican Lake to support Special Olympics. A costume contest is part of this event, organized by Minnesota Law Enforcement. Find more fun Brainerd Lakes Vacationland winter events on the Brainerd.com Events Calendar.

8 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT 371 Diner ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN A-Pine Family Restaurant ( ) Old Highway 371, Pequot Lakes, MN Adirondack Coffee ( ) Main Street, Nisswa, MN Andy s Bar & Restaurant ( ) Highway 3 & County Road 66, Crosslake, MN Antler s Resturant ( ) 7891 County Road 11, Breezy Point, MN Applebee s ( ) Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN Arby s Restaurant ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Aunt Bea s Pantry ( ) County Road 66, Crosslake, MN Bar Harbor Supper Club ( ) 8164 Interlachen Road, Lakeshore, MN The Barn ( ) 711 Washington, Brainerd, MN Bird s Nest ( ) State Highway 18, Garrison, MN Black Bear Lodge & Saloon ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Boardwalk Bread n Bagel ( ) 302 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Boathouse Eatery ( ) Quarterdeck Resort, 9820 Birch Bay Drive SW, Nisswa, MN Bonanza Family Restaurant ( ) Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN Buffalo Wild Wings ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Bungalow Supper Club ( ) Park Lane, Emily, MN Burger King ( ) 808 W. Washington Street, Brainerd, MN The Cedar Chest ( ) County Road 3, Crosslake, Mn The Chap ( ) County Road 3, Brainerd, MN Cheek s Saloon ( ) SW Horseshoe Lake Road, Merrifield, MN China Buffet ( ) Baxter Drive, Baxter, MN China Garden ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Commander Bar & Restaurant ( ) Airport Road, Breezy Point, MN Country Kitchen ( ) Hwy 210 & 371, Baxter, MN Culvers ( ) Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN Dairy Queen Brainerd ( ) 12 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Dairy Queen Brazier ( ) Westgate Mall, Baxter Drive #49, Baxter, MN Deerstand Sports Bar & Grill ( ) Mohs Street, Deerwood, MN Diamond House ( ) 520 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Domino s Pizza ( ) 413 W Washington Street, Brainerd, MN E Squared Cafe ( ) 123 East Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Eddy s Lake Mille Lacs Resort ( ) Shakopee Lake Road, Onamia, MN El Tequila ( ) Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN Erbert s & Gerbert s ( ) 404 West Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Ernie s on Gull Lake ( ) Squaw Point Road NW, East Gull Lake, MN Famous Dave s BBQ ( ) Edgewood Drive, Brainerd, MN The Fort Steakhouse ( ) 643 Front Street, Fort Ripley, MN Freddy s Grill ( ) Nokomis Avenue, Nisswa, MN Front Street Cafe ( ) 616 Front Street, Brainerd, MN Giovanni s Pizza ( ) 625 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN Grand Casino Mille Lacs ( ) 777 Grand Avenue, Onamia, MN The Great Wall ( ) 704 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN The Green Lantern ( ) Country Road 8, Brainerd, MN Grizzly s Grill & Saloon ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Half Moon Saloon ( ) County Road 3, Merrifield, MN Hardees of Brainerd ( ) 119 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Harriet Club ( ) 10 State 84 SW, Pine River, MN Hawk On Bay ( ) County Road 10, Deerwood, MN Jake s on Gull Lake ( ) 2008 Hill Drive SW, Nisswa, MN Jimmy John s Gourmet Sandwiches ( ) 201 NE Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Jimmy s Pizza ( ) 9 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN JJ s Pub ( ) Airport Road, Breezy Point, MN Kentucky Fried Chicken ( ) Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN Kentucky Fried Chicken ( ) 522 C Street, Brainerd, MN The Landing ( ) 170 South Gate Drive, Aitkin, MN Last Turn Saloon ( ) 214 S. 8th Street, Brainerd, MN Little Ceasars Pizza ( ) 807 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Marina II Restaurant ( ) 9252 Breezy Point Drive, Breezy Point, MN Matty s - Brainerd ( ) State Highway 210 E, Brainerd, MN 56401

9 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Matty s - Lakeshore ( ) 8385 Interlachen Road, Lakeshore, MN Maucieri s Italian Bistro ( ) County Road 3, Crosslake, MN Mayson s Grill ( ) Government Drive, Pequot Lakes, MN McDonalds ( ) 7295 Old Glory Road, Baxter, MN McDonalds ( ) 521 W. Washington Street, Brainerd, MN McDonalds ( ) 505 Washington Street NE, Brainerd, MN Mickey s ( ) 417 5th Street S, Brainerd, MN Munchies By The Lake/Breezy Oasis ( ) 8170 County Road 11, Breezy Point, MN Northern Lights Casino ( ) Jct of Hwy 371 & Hwy 200, Walker, MN Northwest Pizza ( ) 302 Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Northwind Grille ( ) 603 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN Oak Lawn Tavern ( ) State Highway 18, Brainerd, MN The Old Waterfall ( ) State Highway 371, Brainerd, MN Perkins Family Restaurant ( ) 623 West Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Pestello s on 371 ( ) Front Street, Pequot Lakes, MN Pine Peaks Restaurant ( ) County Road 66, C rosslake, MN Pizza Hut ( ) 8330 Fairview Road, Baxter, MN Pizzano s Pizza & the Oudoor Gazebo ( ) Cragun s Resort, Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN Poncho & Leftys ( ) 391 Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Prairie Bay Restaurant ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Primetime Food & Spirits ( ) 8548 Ski Chalet Drive, Breezy Point, MN Rafferty s Pizza - Crosslake ( ) Gould Street, Crosslake, MN Rafferty s Pizza - Delivery/Take & Bake ( ) 409 W. Washington Street, Brainerd, MN Rafferty s Pizza - Nisswa ( ) Main Street, Nisswa, MN Rafferty s Pizza - Westgate Mall ( ) 1200 Highway 210 W, Brainerd, MN Riverside Inn ( ) County Road 3, Crosslake, MN Sawmill Inn ( ) 601 W Washington Street., Brainerd, MN Shep s on 6th ( ) 315 S 6th Street, Brainerd, MN St. Mathias Bar & Grill ( ) 9801 County Road 121, Fort Ripley, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) 145 Southgate Drive, Aitkin, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) 421 W Washington, Brainerd, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) 1223 S 6th Street, Brainerd, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) 421 8th Ave NE, Brainerd MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) County Road 4, Breezy Point, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) 210 W Main Street, Crosby, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) County Rd 66, Crosslake, MN Subway Sandwiches ( ) Smiley Road, Nisswa, MN T Maxwell s ( ) nd Avenue NE, Staples, MN Taco Bell ( ) Edgewood Drive N, Baxter, MN Taco John s ( ) 301 Washington Street NE, Brainerd, MN Tasty Pizza ( ) State Highway 371, Pequot Lakes, MN Timberjack Smokehouse & Saloon ( ) 4443 County Road 168, Pequot Lakes, MN TJ s Log Cabin Restaurant ( ) 320 South 7th Street, Brainerd, MN TJ s on the Cove ( ) 525 Archibald Road, Deerwood, MN Tower Pizza ( ) 414 2nd Avenue NE, Staples, MN Wagon Wheel Saloon ( ) County Road 3, Merrifield, MN Wendy s ( ) 510 W Washington Street, Brainerd, MN The Wharf ( ) County Road 16, Crosslake, MN Woodtick Inn ( ) Minnesota Avenue, Crosby, MN Y Club ( ) Highway 18 & 169, Garrison, MN Zig s Restaurant & Bar ( ) Tame Fish Lake Road, Deerwood, MN Zorbaz Pizza & Mexican Restaurant ( ) Cross Lake, County Road 66, Crosslake, MN Zorbaz Pizza & Mexican Restaurant ( ) Gull Lake, 8105 Lost Lake Road, Nisswa, MN 56468