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1 2018 FREE GUIDE

2 Where Playtime Comes Naturally Your getaway begins here, in Hazen Taste of Hazen - March 19 Pride of Dakota Spring Rendezvous - March 24 50th Annual Art Show - April 28 & 29 Crazy Days - July 26 Pitchfork Fondue - August 21 Harvest Festival - Sept 6-10 Trail of Treats/Boo Fest/Scary Storytime - October 31 Christmas Walk Around - November 29th Knife River Chorale - Dec. 8 & 9 Provides an abundance of recreational activities from golfing The Shortest Par Five in North Dakota, experiencing local art and music to fishing and kayaking in its waters. Hazen is within minutes of: For a Free Visitors Guide Contact: Hazen Chamber of Commerce/CVB hazenchamber@westriv.com

3 71 Modern, Comfortable Rooms New rooms and refreshed lodging throughout, add to the comfort of your stay. Beulah, North Dakota central reservations call Second Ave. NW, Beulah, ND

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5 Sakakawea Country 1 NORTH DAKOTA Douglas Turtle Lake Lake Ihlo LEGEND Featured Communities Nelson Lake State & National Parks Historic Sites State Park Campgrounds

6 2 Sakakawea Country Welcome to Sakakawea Country Welcome to Sakakawea Country home to the rugged, beautiful landscape explored by Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery more than 200 years ago. This is where their real adventure began, and where the explorers met Sakakawea, who accompanied them on their journey west and became an invaluable part of the expedition. Just as the Corps of Discovery did two centuries ago, you, too, can experience the legendary history and adventure of Sakakawea Country. Here you ll find Lake Sakakawea, where families enjoy premiere fishing, hunting, camping and much more. Lake Sakakawea is ideal for a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, with its 1,600 miles of shoreline providing exciting recreational opportunities for the entire family. Whether you are interested in experiencing Native American life and culture at the time of Lewis and Clark, learning about the vibrant trade and historic events that occurred at the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers or biking along the Maah Daah Hey Trail in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Sakakawea Country has what you need for a legendary escape. Come explore the region and embark on a journey that will take you into the past when legends made history. ON THE COVER These young anglers show off one of their Lake Sakakawea walleye. Sakakawea Country is distributed at sport and travel shows throughout the country. Last year more than 8,000 people visited North Dakota Tourism booths in Denver, Minneapolis, Duluth and Milwaukee and left with the most requested travel piece, Sakakawea Country. The magazine is also popular at the state s many rest stops and at regional pick up points: PATRICIA STOCKDILL FREELANCE WRITER & PHOTOGRAPHER COVER PHOTO BY Greg Schoneck NORTH DAKOTA TOURISM HELLO.ND { } BHG, INC. STAFF Sakakawea Country is produced and published by: BHG, Inc., 91 N Main St., PO Box 309, Garrison, ND or If you have suggestions or questions about this publication call or news@bhgnews.com JET SKIING ON LAKE SAKAKAWEA

7 Sakakawea Country official travel guide Communities Contents 4 BEULAH it s all right here 63 UNDERWOOD energized community with a lot to offer 13 CENTER 66 WASHBURN recreation, relaxation & everything in between take a walk through history 14 COLEHARBOR 73 WHITE SHIELD at the heart of Sakakawea Country history abounds 14 DOUGLAS the little town that could 74 MCKENZIE COUNTY 15 rich heritage and big adventure DUNN COUNTY your home on the range 75 WILLISTON 16 GARRISON offers heritage and recreation easy to get hooked on 78 WILTON 23 HAZEN something for everyone a town of unique opportunity 26 MAKOTI Area Attractions 27 harvest hidden treasures 25 GARRISON DAM & HATCHERY MAX state s best kept secret northern gateway to Sakakawea Country POWWOWS NEW TOWN a Native American tradition weekend of fun, lifetime of memories - visit New Town 43 PARSHALL something for everyone - on the streets of Parshall 45 PICK CITY the heart of Sakakawea Country 47 RYDER community with pride for its rich history 48 RIVERDALE small town charm with all the amenities 53 STANLEY history and art come alive 54 STANTON Sakakawea s home 57 TURTLE LAKE hosts of hometown events 37 TRAILS providing a link to nature treasures 41 PLANT POWER test your plant knowledge 46 WILDLIFE REFUGES havens for wildlife and people 56 KNIFE RIVER INDIAN VILLAGES explore history 65 RESORTS abundant places for fun and relaxation 73 GOLF COURSES a hole in one for an afternoon of fun 76 STATE PARKS camping is only the beginning PELICANS FLOATING ON THE LAKE.

8 4 Sakakawea Country Beulah Welcome to Beulah, the energy capital of the Midwest. Beulah is a quintessential rural town with the amenities of a larger city. Whether you re relocating or just here for a visit, it s all right here. Start your visit with a call or stop at our visitor center on the south edge of town, 300 Highway 49 South. The friendly staff will help you with your travel plans or relocation needs. THINK LOCAL The community of Beulah is built around both energy and agriculture. There is a rich farming and ranching heritage that can been seen in any direction from town. Get an up-close view of one of the only commercial scale coal gasification plants in the nation along with coal mining and loading by going on a guided tour at one of our local energy and mining companies. Call for more information on tours. Interested in the history of agriculture, mining, energy or the settlement of the area? Beulah is home to the Mercer County Museum. Tour through the eye doctor s office or a hair salon or check out the museum s toy display, one of the largest private collections in the country. Displays change often so repeat visits are a must. Admission is FREE and tours are available Wednesdays 10-4 and Sundays 1-4 For more information on Beulah or assistance with travel plans call or check out Memorial Day through Labor Day, or by appointment any time throughout the year. Call to schedule your visit. School and tour groups are welcome! BUY LOCAL Beulah has a variety of great shopping including trendy clothing boutiques, old fashioned candy, and gift shops. We also have a newly remodeled grocery store with a large selection and BE LOCAL It s All Right Here a local butcher shop featuring fresh cut meat! Hungry after your shopping check out one of our local restaurants. We have it all from sports bar and grill to family restaurants, fast food and gourmet coffee shops! Beulah is a community filled with wonderful activities! Golf a round at Black Sands Golf Course, take a trip down the slide at the Beulah Water Park or enjoy one of our many city parks, trails and numerous playgrounds for the kids. Lake Sakakawea is a short ten-minute drive and offers up year around recreation opportunities camping, world class fishing and water sports. Hunters will love the abundant public land to take a shot at big game, pheasants or waterfowl. Take your time exploring Beulah you ll find it really is all right here! A DWC PARTICIPANT HEADS OUT ON THE WATER.

9 Sakakawea Country 5 BEULAH EVENTS JANUARY 20 - Red, White and Wellness. Join the Beulah Wellness Foundation for their annual formal evening of wine tasting and prizes! MARCH 3 - Pheasants Forever Banquet. Enjoy a meal, raffles and lots of auction items while supporting our local chapter St. Patricks Day Pub Crawl. The Beulah Park District hosts an annual 5k walk/run and pub crawl! APRIL 28 - A Trashy Affaire. The 5th annual event features crafts, upcycling and flea market finds at the Beulah Civic Center MAY 12 - Beulah Citywide Rummage Sales. Treasures abound all over town during rummage sale weekend! 14 - Beulah Citywide Clean Up Night. Help us clean up Beulah and enjoy a bbq afterwards! JUNE 2 - Cops and Kids Fishing Day. The Mercer County Peace Officers Association hosts a day of fun fishing at Harmony Lake each year. Fishing rods, tackle and bait provided for the kids! 16 - Roughrider Motorcycle Club Summer Bash. Motorcycle enthusiasts from all over come to enjoy food, games and music in Riverside Park. JULY Mercer County Fair. Beulah hosts the fair each year featuring concerts, a midway and livestock and static exhibits! Dakota Walleye Classic. The Beulah Chamber hosts one of the premier fishing events on Lake Sakakawea. Two-man teams compete for a $12,000+ payout. AUGUST 9 - Chamber Community Steak Fry. Held at Riverside park, stop down and grill steaks provided by the Chamber! Tickets available at the Chamber office Heritage Park Market s Fall Festival. Held at Heritage Park in Beulah. Join in on this full day event of food, music, vendors, beer gardens, bounce houses and much more. SEPTEMBER 8 - Last Call Fishing Tournament. This one day tournament is a great way to end the summer! MERCER COUNTY FAIR 8 - Beulah Citywide Rummage Sales. Miss out on a treasure in the spring here s your chance to find another one! TBA - Beulah Airport Fly-In. Join us at the airport for airplanes and helicopters and a FREE pancake and sausage breakfast. TBA - Community Fish Fry. The Chamber hosts a community fish fry before a Miner s home football game Ducks Unlimited Banquet. Support the local DU chapter with a meal and great auction item! OCTOBER 8 - Beulah Fireman s Pancake Brunch. Kick off fire prevention week with pancakes and sausage at the Beulah Civic Center Shop Till You Drop. Vendors, crafters and artists gather at the Civic Center for an early holiday shopping event Trail of Treats. Trick or treat your way around Beulah businesses. NOVEMBER 16 - Chamber Chili Bingo. Head to the Civic Center for an evening of chili and bingo! 23 - Turkey Trot. Join the Beulah Park District to work off some calories prior to a big Thanksgiving Feast. FREE and open to all ages! 24 - Shop Small Saturday. Watch for events a promotions to offi c i a l l yk i c ko ff the holiday shopping season! DECEMBER TBA - Hometown Holiday Walk Around. Wander through Beulah and enjoy holiday treats and drawings at participating businesses to celebrate the season!

10 6 Sakakawea Country ACCOMMODATIONS AMERICINN LODGE & SUITES rooms located on N.D. Highway 49 offers free expanded continental breakfast, free high speed wireless Internet in every room and an indoor family entertainment center which features a large swimming pool, spa and exercise room. Guest laundry is available. Also available are local hunting and fishing guides. BEULAH BAY CAMPGROUND or Located 18 miles north of Beulah on Lake Sakakawea, offers camping grounds with tent sites, three cabins, 24 RV sites with full hookups, 76 RV sites with electrical hookup, pavilion, two lane boat ramp, playground, fish cleaning station, horseshoes, volleyball courts, on-site caretaker, coin operated bathhouses/showers and flush restrooms. BEULAH EAGLES RV PARK Located on N.D. Highway 49 S. are tent sites and 10 RV sites with picnic tables, plus electrical and water hook-ups. The site is within walking distance of the Black Sands Golf Course, Riverside Park, showers and convenience stores. RIVERSIDE RECREATION AREA Features camping by permit only in either 15 RV sites with electricity, showers and flush restrooms or primitive sites; playground, horseshoes and grills on the south side of Beulah. SCOTWOOD MOTEL Located at 1008 N.D. Highway 49 N offers 39 rooms with free high speed wireless Internet access, AC and cable in every room while handy to everything in the area. SUN VALLEY RV PARK Reservations: Located off Second Ave. NE offers more than 40 RV sites with electricity, water, sewer and garbage, while cable and telephone are available in select sites. A newly built comfort station has laundry, wireless internet, kitchen facilities, large screen television and showers. Handy to everything in the area. COBBLESTONE HOTEL & SUITES Located on N.D. Highway 49, offers microwaves and refridgerators in every room, complimentary hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool and hot tub and a 24-hour convenience store on site. Guest laundry is also available. DAKOTA FARMS INN Located at 1200 N.D. Highway 49 N. and 11th Street features 41 rooms, free wireless high speed Internet, AC and cable available in every room with free continental breakfasts, a lounge and restaurant while handy to everything in the area. GARDEN COURT Offering 30 mobile home and RV sites with water, sewer, cable, garbage and telephone on N.D. Highway 49. HEADING OUT FOR A DAY OF FISHING Your #1 Meat Stop 2K MEATS & MORE Stop by our convenient location. Meat is our specialty! 713 Hwy 49 N, Beulah, ND 873-2KMM (2566) We custom process beef, pork, lamb and bison, as well as wild game! We offer a variety of seafood, smoke fish & fresh meats cut the way you want it! GREAT BURGERS Start with our fresh ground beef. Varieties of seasoned burgers available. Varieties of homemade brats ready for the grill! Varieties of homemade country style sausage Varieties of our summer sausage Take home some beef sticks and jerky treats and our special made Tiger Meat.

11 Sakakawea Country 7 Great Food, Great Service Stop in and enjoy when you re in Beulah Breakfast served until 4 p.m. Scrumptious salad bar Evening steakhouse Terrific lunch menu Warm, homelike atmosphere Main St Beulah Hour ATMs Located at our Beulah & Hazen Banks Conveniently located at 1700 Hwy 49 North, Beulah 222 7th St. NW, Hazen SOUTH SIDE DINER 400 Hwy 49 S. Beulah, ND Home-Style Dining At It s Best! Larsen Service Drug, Inc. Prescriptions Jewelry Toys & Gifts Home Decor Health & Beauty Products Visa/Mastercard/Discover accepted Watford City, ND New Town, ND Jimmy s Pizza Welcomes you to Beulah! JIMMY S sit-down atmosphere offers great pizza and beverages, or order one to go! EXTENDED MENU: Pizza, Pasta, Wings, Hoagies, Calzones, Salads and Appetizers Hwy 49 N, Beulah Hours: 4-10 p.m. CDT 7 Days A Week DINE IN TAKE OUT DELIVERY FROM ILLNESS TO WELLNESS Along with being your Complete Pharmacy we also have PRESCRIPTIONS A SPECIALTY

12 8 Sakakawea Country Over 40 years of service to the Sakakawea Country Region Fort Stevenson Guardhouse Interpretive Center Located at Fort Stevenson State Park (3 miles south of Garrison) COME SEE WHY ITS BETTER IN This is just a little of what we have to offer. Visit Center or visit our web site and see for yourselves; once you visit you will want to stay! One-Stop Shopping Sporting goods, plumbing, electrical, paint, hardware, tools, housewares, pet supplies, key cutting and much, much more. Scott s Hardware Where the coffee is always on! Main Ave.Washburn phone: Fax: Open Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday Off Season by appointment call Serving McLean County since 1945 Plan to join us for Frontier/Military Days held the 4th Sat. & Sun. of June Call Us About Heat Pump Rebates

13 Sakakawea Country 9 Working Together With One Goal In Mind You And Your Healthcare! Trust Your Healthcare Needs To Our Team! 1312 Hwy 49 North, Beulah (701) E Main Street, Center (701) th Ave NE, Hazen (701) th Ave SW, Killdeer (701) Urgent Care Critical Access Hospital Primary Care Clinics 510 8th Ave NE, Hazen (701)

14 10 Sakakawea Country Thinking About Buying or Building a New Home? YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP! Deli Buffet w/salad bar and hot entrees Homemade Fleishkeuchle and Chester fried chicken ready for you to Grab N Go Self Checkouts for your quick trip to the store Large Craft Beer, Wine and Liquor Selection Homemade Sausage and Jerky 24 hour Red Box ATM Fresh Sushi Fridays! & LIQUOR Visit us on the web We can help! Enjoy local decision making, local service, free pre-qualification & more. Contact us today! Homebuying Programs: First Time Homebuyer (MN, ND & AZ) Downpayment Assistance FHA Conventional USDA VA Jumbo ARMs 100 Main St W Beulah, ND See bank for details. Member FDIC. The Areas Only Full Service Station Yes, we pump your fuel, check your oil and wash your windows ALL FOR THE BEST PRICES AROUND Gas & Diesel Mechanics on duty Monday thru Saturday Brand Name Tires Interstate Batteries Quality Replacement Parts Engine, Tranny and Major Repairs and Replacement 24 Hour Towing & Vehicle Recovery Downtown Gas & Auto Repair 202 E Main St., Beulah "A Full-Service Station, with Service You Can Trust!"

15 Sakakawea Country 11 SHOPPING & SERVICE! FARMERS UNION OIL COMPANY Is your gateway 1-Stop for visitors to Lake Sakakawea and the West River area In addition to gas, diesel, propane and a vehicle service department, there is much more. Plus a food bar with: Convenience Store Featuring: Propane Cylinder Filling Snacks 24-7 Card Pumps Clothing & Hardware North Dakota Lottery Tickets Tourist Information Tires, batteries and service technicians on duty 1600 Hwy 49 N, Beulah

16 fc 12 Sakakawea Country Through the use of North Dakota s abundant lignite reserves and water from Lake Sakakawea, the Antelope Valley Station, Great Plains Synfuels Plant and Leland Olds Station provide economic and the Leland Olds Station, near Stanton, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, 141 member that serve more than 3 million consumers in nine states. dioxide and send it through a pipeline to basinelectric.com dakotagas.com Power plant tours can be arranged

17 Sakakawea Country 13 Center There s something for everyone in CENTER time to come indoors, get ready for the holidays at Christkindlemarkt. It s so much fun even Santa puts in an appearance! This holiday bazaar offers all kinds of crafts, Activities, events, sports venues, outdoor recreation and decorative items and goodies, perfect for gifting or keeping. friendly people make Center and Oliver Lunch items and beverages are also County a great place for a getaway. For more information about Center and the available for purchase. The fun times range from mild to wild, surrounding area, visit like the The opportunities for fun, recreation with all kinds of offerings in between: golf, swim, camp, boat, fish, hunt, play city s Facebook page, and relaxation are as endless as one s willingness to explore the spaces and softball or have fun at the county fair. or contact Center City Hall, , places of Oliver County. Center is a small town with a lot to or via to centerca@westriv.com. For more information about Center offer! and the surrounding area, visit www. There s plenty of horsepower and centernd.net, like the city s Facebook page, rodeo action at the Oliver County Fair, with the annual com/cityofcenter, or contact Center City Hall, power pull and bull-riding competition. Also featured are 3502, or via to centerca@westriv.com. county fair favorites: mud volleyball (as much fun to watch as it is to play), the kiddie pull and kiddie calf show, 4-H and FFA animal judging, special entertainment and fair CENTER EVENTS food galore. For good-old fashioned fun there s nothing like the annual FEBRUARY Old Settlers Days celebration. Kids can enter the kiddie Feb Winter Festival at Cross Ranch State Park, 3-7 p.m. parade and traditional games like sack races, tug-o-war and (weather permitting), featuring games, activities, and crafts. The the egg toss. Also included are a tractor trek, food and game park also offers snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals, and booths on the courthouse lawn, a street dance and full kayak and canoe rentals during the summer months. For more parade featuring the year s Old Settlers honorees. information, call Looking for fun in the great outdoors? Campgrounds at Cross Ranch State Park and Nelson Lake offer sites to pitch JUNE a tent or park an RV, with plenty of other activities at hand. June Old Settlers Days in Center. For more information, Cross Ranch offers hiking trails, scheduled interpretive contact the City of Center at activities, and canoe and kayak rentals. Cabins, tipis and yurts are also available; visitors can also take advantage of AUGUST hiking trails on the adjacent Cross Ranch Nature Preserve. Aug Oliver County Fair in Center. For more information, Water enthusiasts tend to head for Nelson Lake, a popular contact the Oliver County NDSU Extension office at venue for fishing, boating, waterskiing, and swimming Many campsites are right on the lakeshore for easy access to the water. DECEMBER Swimmers who prefer an indoor setting can take Dec. 3 - Christkindlemarkt in Center, noon - 4 p.m. (Santa arrives advantage of Center s indoor junior-size Olympic pool, at 1 p.m.) For more information, contact Sharon Rud, which is open to the public year-round. Softball players and or sharon@rudenergy.com, or Shirley Maier, fans can hit the diamonds at the softball park, then relax and enjoy a picnic in the shade. Just east of town, the Square Butte Creek Golf Course attracts golfers from across the state to a 9-hole course that s both scenic and challenging. Tee off at the top of the buttes, play down into the valley and finish up in the clubhouse, a perfect place for celebrations and gatherings. The county s rolling hills offer four seasons worth of photo opportunities, as the changing seasons bring different activities and colors to the landscape. A leisurely summer drive on county roads might bring photo buffs to fields of corn or brightly colored sunflowers, a farmstead tucked against a tree row or cows grazing with their calves. Springtime offers wildflowers, rolling prairie grassland, and maybe even bison grazing at the Cross Ranch Nature Preserve. When the snow flies and it s THE OLD SETTLERS DAYS PARADE IS ALWAYS A CROWD PLEASER WITH MOUNTED ENTRIES, FLOATS, VINTAGE TRACTORS AND VEHICLES, AND LOTS OF CANDY FOR KIDDIES OF ALL AGES.

18 14 Sakakawea Country Coleharbor the heart of Sakakawea Country The little town of Coal Harbor was moved from its original location, beside the Missouri River, to its present location on the prairie along the railroad, to be closer to modern transportation. Re-established as Coleharbor, in 1905, this charming little town continues to boast about its location near modern transportation. Situated on four-lane Highway 83 between Minot and Bismarck, the bright lights and big city conveniences are less than 60 minutes away. Located along Highway 83, the Harbor Bar and Grill, is a terrific place to relax in charming western décor, while indulging in an amazing steak and a drink. With its friendly, small-town atmosphere, the Harbor Bar is a fun place to get to know the locals, or purchase your off-sale for that big camping vacation. Gorgeous Audubon National Wildlife Refuge, just three miles north of town, offers breath taking prairie scenery and many opportunities for viewing wildlife along the 8-mile automobile tour route and the 1-mile hiking trail. The visitor Douglas the little town that could The community of Douglas, located on Ward County 24, is named after Douglas Creek, which was named after a captain who served at Fort Stevenson. Mostly an agricultural community, Douglas is the home of the Centennial Museum. A former Catholic Church, the museum includes historic memorabilia that reflects an era of days gone by in and around the community. The museum is open to visitors. To arrange an appointment, call Linda Burgeson at , MaryLou Kolden or Anita Riemer at Also, the annual community/reunion picnic is held on the first Sunday of August at the Douglas Senior Center with a potluck dinner at noon. center and exhibit hall is open to the public and offers a great educational experience for those eager to learn more about the prairie habitat. ACCOMMODATIONS COLEHARBOR CITY PARK 100 Block, Main Street, City Park, Primitive camping WOLF CREEK RECREATION AREA Located four miles west of Coleharbor, has a boat ramp, courtesy dock, 89 primitive campsites, restroom vaults, picnic shelter, fire rings, drinking water,fish cleaning station and RV dump station. The area also features a playground, volleyball court and horseshoe pits. From illness to wellness! Prescription Service Hallmark Russell Stover Giftware Willow Tree Young Living Essential Oils Digital Picture Kiosk Boutique Chase Drug BNI peacefully coexists with our abundant wildlife and works hard to reclaim natural habitat. 703 Main Washburn, ND Store Pharmacy Center, ND Tours available, call for appointment 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Mon. to Fri. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Sat.

19 Sakakawea Country 15 Dunn County your home on the range Small friendly towns, breathtaking scenic vistas and a deep and enduring Western heritage are the hallmarks of Dunn County. This historic land west of Coal Country and south of Lake Sakakawea offers true cowboy hospitality, numerous festivals and celebrations, splendid recreational opportunities and a glimpse back in time to the days of the open range. Dodge Traveling west on N.D. Highway 200, visitors will find the community of Dodge. The city s park offers a pleasant place to stop for a picnic lunch. The small town boasts activities year round as well as the Spring Creek Headquarters and Veterans Library, and the home of the Veterans Memorial. On the east edge of town is the Dodge Saddle Club Rodeo Arena. Rodeo fans can see the rodeo stars of the future at the Dodge Rodeo every 4th of July and watch real ranchers display their skills at the Dodge Ranch Rodeo every fall. Dunn Center Further on, Dunn Center emerges from the prairie. This small community is home to the surprisingly large Dunn County Historical Museum one of the best in North Dakota. The museum incorporates four large metal buildings, a log cabin, a homesteader shack and a oneroom schoolhouse. Museum displays include a bank, a church, a saddle room, chuck-wagon camp, barber shop, post office, theater, an old-time kitchen and living room, bedroom, sewing room and a Knife River Indian flint display that is very popular with visitors. Two buildings are filled with antique vehicles and farm machinery. For more information, visit the Web site at org or call Killdeer Further on, visitors should consider a stop in Killdeer and the many sights to see. Killdeer is home to the Killdeer Mountain Battlefield Historic Site. The site remembers the Battle of the Killdeer Mountains when General Alfred Sully s troops fought the Sioux in The troops were seeking revenge for the Minnesota Massacre two years earlier. Outside Killdeer, visitors will find Badlands Trail Rides and Campgrounds. Owned by Thorris and Lynell Sandvick, the business features horseback riding as well as cabins for lodging. North of Killdeer along N.D. Highway 22 are the Killdeer Mountains and the mythic Medicine Hole. The name for this cave comes from what was thought to be the healing power of a steady stream of air that blows from the hole. Another legend tells of a Medicine Man ritual, taking possession from an ill Indian and For more information, check out the web site at or call placing it in the Medicine Hole to make him well. Killdeer is also home to the Killdeer Mountain Roundup Rodeo, which is the oldest PRCA rodeo in North Dakota. ACCOMMODATIONS DODGE CITY PARK Offers RV parking, tents, four RV hookups with water, sewer and electricity, bathroom and shower facility, picnic shelter, grills, fire ring and playground. Reservations not necessary. KILLDEER RV PARK This park has restrooms, showers, picnic tables, grills, electric hookups and sewer dump. HALLIDAY MOTEL Offering 10 rooms with two double beds, cable, refrigerator and microwave in every room. Your one-stop shop in Sakakawea Country! Fishing supplies Fishing tackle, live bait, leaches, crawlers & minnows. Roadtrip supplies Fuel, tires, hardware. Check out our deli, for great sandwiches and Hot Stuff pizza, ice cream, f real shakes, smoothies and frozen cappucinos!

20 16 Sakakawea Country Garrison Garrison, North Dakota s City of the Year Piccadilly Square. The clink of bone china, the scent of black tea, the taste of scones, tarts and open-faced sandwiches are all part of the daily English High Tea. No evening during the festival is complete without the performance of Charles Dickens, a play at the Kota Theater. The traditional play is sponsored by the Sakakawea Area Council of the Arts (SACA) and features local residents in an entertaining, family-oriented performance of the Dickens classic. Reservations are strongly encouraged for the performances by calling beginning the 2nd Monday in November. Festival fun on Main Street begins each weekend evening with the arrival of the street vendors, urchins and more. A lighted parade travels down Garrison s Main Street at approximately 5:30 p.m. When it comes to year-around activity, Garrison continues to be the place to be. Chosen North Dakota s City of the Year by the North Dakota League of Cities, for the second time, it s the events and volunteerism that make Garrison a must-stop destination. Home of the famous 25-foot Wally the Walleye; Garrison is located on the northeast shores of Lake Sakakawea in the heart of the North American Flyway. The lake provides the perfect backdrop for prime fishing, hunting and outdoor activities. Giant Canada geese, mallards and other waterfowl include Garrison on their spring and fall migration routes. Garrison is a place to definitely Get Hooked On. Garrison is also called the Christmas Capitol of North Dakota. Old-fashioned English meals, English High Teas, decorated house tours, Piccadilly Square, street vendors, urchins and carolers, and a lighted Main Street that take one back to the days of Charles Dickens. Those are just some of the activities waiting to entertain families at Garrison s annual Dickens Village Festival, which begins Thanksgiving weekend and continues for three consecutive weekends. A popular attraction at the festival is an authentic doubledecker bus straight from England named the Queen Elizabus. The bus can be seen in its building on Main Street. During the festival, local merchants dress up in their favorite Victorian garb to serve customers. The city auditorium sparkles with a wide array of vendors at the BOATING ON LAKE SAKAKAWEA NORTH DAKOTA TOURISM/JASON LINDSEY MUSEUMS Garrison is a city of museums that showcase the history of the area. The North Dakota Firefighter s Museum on Main Street features records, artifacts and memorabilia from fire departments and firefighters from across the state. On display are two vintage fire trucks. The North Dakota Fallen Firefighter s Memorial is adjacent to the museum. The memorial is dedicated to North Dakota firefighters who have lost their life in the line of duty. Twenty names are etched in a granite pillar of firemen who perished fighting fires. It is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon-Fri. Weekends by appointment. The facility is an attraction for all ages. For more information, call Heritage Park and Museums, located a block west of Main Street, has preserved the history of the Garrison area. Begun by the Heritage Park Foundation, the park features a train depot constructed in The park also features a country school constructed in 1904, a country church, telephone office, two fully furnished homesteads and a log cabin. The facilities are open by appointment. Fort Stevenson Guardhouse and Interpretive Center is located at the state park three miles south of Garrison. The facility features Native American artifacts, and includes a gallery that features the artwork of General detrobriand who commanded the fort in mid 1890s. The original Fort Stevenson is under Lake Sakakawea water, about two miles southwest of the present Fort Stevenson State Park. The original guardhouse was used to house prisoners and the soldiers who guarded them at the frontier military fort.

21 Sakakawea Country 17 Guardhouse hours from Memorial Day through Labor Day are 10 a.m., to 5 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and from 10 a.m., to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday. The guardhouse can be toured at other times by calling Also open during Dickens. Custer Mine Interpretive Site near the intersection of N.D. 37 and U.S. 83 is a parcel of land that showcases a piece of Garrison s early coal mining history. The site was established in 1989 as part of the state s centennial celebration and includes signage, explaining the history of the area. The North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame is located at North Country Marine and Motorsports on the east edge of Garrison. The hall features photos and biographies of members who have been inducted into the North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame. Historic fishing artifacts are also a part of the hall and museum. ND GOVERNOR S WALLEYE CUP The annual North Dakota Governor s Walleye Cup Tournament celebrate its 43rd year in The tournament has grown from its humble beginnings, less than 100 teams in 1976, to a 252-team field. Top prize money for the tournament is $15,000. For more information, write: N.D. Governor s Walleye Cup, Box 1001, Garrison ND 58540, or visit (www. ndgovernorscup.com) GARRISON BAY MARINA The Garrison Bay Marina has 61 slips available, 58 with electricity, in Garrison Bay at Fort Stevenson State Park. Another 44 slips w/electricity is available in detrobriand Bay on the east side of the state park. On-the-water gas and pump-out services are available at the Garrison Marina. There are also Fat Tire Bike rentals, three jet-ski slips and stand-up paddle boards available. Expanded outdoor seating at the concession building at Garrison Marina features tables. Indoor seating for up to 40 people is also available. Garrison Marina offers pontoon. fishing boat, paddle boat and canoe rentals. For more information or to inquire about slip availability call GARRISON EVENTS JANUARY 1 - First Day Hike, 5-7:30 p.m., Fort Stevenson State Park Visitor Center. Weather permitting, cross country ski, snowshoe or hike to start off the first of the year. Park staff will use candle luminaries to light the trail. Snacks and refreshments provided at Visitors Center. ( ) 31 - McLean County Ag Show, Garrison. The annual event is at the Garrison High School (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) FEBRUARY 3 - Garrison Fire Department Annual Buffalo Feed and Dance. Serving from 4:30 to 8 p.m. with a dance starting at 9. The event is at the Garrison City Auditorium. 3 - Full Snow Moon Candlelight Hike, 5-7:30 p.m., Fort Stevenson State Park Visitor Center. Weather permitting, cross country ski, snow shoe or hike. Park staff will use candle luminaries to light the trail. Snacks and refreshments provided at Visitors Center. ( ). Come out and enjoy the full moon in February, known as the Snow Moon. MARCH 18 - Benedictine Living Center St. Patrick s Day event, 11-1, at the City Auditorium. Breakfast buffet, auction, entertainment Lunch with the Easter Bunny, Garrison Auditorium, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m Garrison, ND Max, ND APRIL 14 - Maple Sugaring Day, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Fort Stevenson State Park Office. Learn the history of maple tapping, see the tools and enjoy pancakes served with fresh maple syrup. ( ) MAY 26, 27, 28 - Sky Fest over Fort Stevenson: Kite flying festival for all ages. Fly your own kite. Build your own kite. See kites of all shapes and sizes being flown, including stunt kites. 10 a.m., to 4 p.m., each day ( ) Military Service Personnel Day. Free admission into Fort Stevenson State Park. ( ). JUNE 2 - National Trails Day. Ranger guided hike through park s native

22 18 Sakakawea Country prairie at 2 p.m. North Dakota bird checklist available. Hike will start at the Guardhouse Interpretive Center. ( ). 9 - National Marina Day,1p.m., Garrison Bay Marina. Open house, kiddie boats will be available and children can participate in the rain gutter regatta and minnow races. ( ) 16 - Camp of the Cross Prairie Lake Quilt Festival. The event raises funds to offset the cost of campers who attend the Camp of the Cross. Numerous hand-made quilts are auctioned off during the event. Concessions available. The event is at Garrison High School. ( ) Fort Stevenson Frontier Military Days: Living history demonstrations with military encampment and maneuvers from 1-4 p.m. each day. Skills and crafts of the Indian Wars period on display. Visit the Fort Stevenson Guardhouse Interpretive Center. ( ) Visitor Appreciation Day. Free admission into Fort Stevenson State Park. ( ). JULY 4 - Pet and Doll Parade at the top of Main Street, beginning under Wally Walleye. TBA - White Shield Powwow. Music and traditional Native American dancing and foods at the Powwow Grounds just south of White Shield N.D. Governor s Cup Fishing Derby. 252 teams competing for the Governor s Cup 43rd annual championship. Flights launch between 7 and 8:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 3 p.m. at the Garrison City Park. ( N.D. Junior Governor s Cup Fishing Derby: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to ages up to 17. Prizes awarded. Only charge is park entrance fee. ( ). Club de Skinautique, Fort Stevenson State Park. Water ski show featuring trick skiing, pyramids and jumps. ( ) Time and date to be announced. AUGUST 25 - Garrison Chamber of Commerce sponsored Beach Party. Live bands and carnival-style entertainment, fun and food for all ages, 50s, 60s & 70s music, begins at 5 p.m. The event is at Fort Stevenson State Park. ( ) Fourth Annual Fort Stevenson Regatta: Headquartered out of the detrobriand Marina at the state park. Captain s meeting at 9 a.m. With racing at noon ( ). SEPTEMBER 8 - Aw Shucks! Corn fest, Garrison City Park. Cook-off, car and tractor show, vendors, games and contests, including live entertainment and more, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. remembering and recognizing N.D. firefighters. Community Halloween Party - TBA NOVEMBER Dickens Village Festival. Garrison transforms into an English village, complete with a double-deck bus and carriage rides. Visit DECEMBER Nov. 30-Dec. 1 - Dickens Village Festival continues Dickens Village Festival continues. 8 - Milk and Cookies with Santa, Garrison Senior Center. Check for current event dates and information. ACCOMMODATIONS CRICKET ON THE HEARTH BED AND BREAKFAST Twelve miles west of Garrison on Highway 37 in Douglas Bay area Sears home offers three guest rooms, breakfast room, guest lounge, formal living and dining rooms. Amenities include home cooked breakfasts, central air, wireless Internet and TVs in each room. Evening meals are served by special arrangement. Gardens and the Little Red Barn are available for weddings and small events. For reservations: (701) ; , or visit cricketsbb.com. FORT STEVENSON STATE PARK 1252A 41st Ave. NW three miles south of Garrison has a 138 modern unit campground featuring showers, playground and picnic areas. The campground area features a pullthrough camper area with electricity and sewer hookups. A concession stand and marina add to a great lake experience. Three camping cabins, with electricity and refrigerators. Two-year round family cabin units full service are also available. Boat and pontoon rentals are available as are slips in the marina. ( ). For reservations, call GARRISON MOTEL Located in southeast Garrison on the frontage road next to North Dakota Highway 37. Thirty modern units feature CATV and A/C. The facility also features six log cabins that accommodate multi-person groups. Call The motel also offers a coffee lounge. For more information, visit garrisonmotel.com OCTOBER 13 - North Dakota Firefighter s Museum Hall of Fame Banquet

23 Sakakawea Country 19 ACCOMMODATIONS NORTH SHORE INN AND SUITES Located along Highway 37 on the southeast edge of Garrison features 22 rooms, all equipped with CATV and A/C. One room is handicapped accessible: three are suites featuring king-sized beds and queen-sized sofa sleeper. Two suites feature Jacuzzi tubs. A continental breakfast is also offered. The inn also features a conference room which accommodates groups of 70 or less. For more information call Also, visit garrisonmotel.com EAST TOTTEN TRAIL RECREATION AREA (CORPS) Six miles east and three miles south of Garrison on Lake Audubon near U.S. Highway 83. Thirty campsites with electricity; 10 without: boat ramp, courtesy dock, fish cleaning station, drinking water, picnic tables, grills and playground, sewer and vault toilet. Camp by reservation only. Make reservations by visiting or by calling STONEY HILL RV PARK Highway 37 bypass NW east of Garrison and across from the Garrison Golf course features 26 full RV hookups, sewer, water. Electric, bathhouse, showers and DSL Internet access. Close proximity to Lake Sakakawea, adjacent to the Stoney End Supper Club , or, cell SPORTSMEN S CENTENNIAL PARK Five miles east and 2 miles south of Garrison, or 1 mile west and 2 miles south of U.S. Highway 83. Sportsmen s Centennial Park offers 97 campsites 71 primitive and 54 offer electrical service. There are more than 20 long-term camping sites with electricity. Also, 19 long-term sites are primitive. Both high and low water boat ramps are available as is concessions. A fish cleaning station, showers and toilets are available. ( ) TRIANGLE Y CAMP Located on Douglas Bay about 11 miles SW of Garrison, (701) Includes a waterfront boating area, riding trails and corrals, rifle and archery range, high ropes course, athletic field, all-weather play area and water recreation area. Groups, families, clubs and businesses may rent some of the facilities for gatherings, meetings or just to get away. TOTTEN TRAIL RESORT Lodging options include 17 RV sites, a four-room motel and space for tent-camping. A bathhouse and showers are available. The park is located on the north shore of Lake Audubon on Highway 83. The facility features a bar and restaurant with party and conference room and banquet hall, bait shop, gas pumps and convenience items in the bar. Phone WEST TOTTEN TRAIL Ramp available with vault toilet. Primitive facility. No overnight camping INDIAN HILLS RESORT Thirty-one miles west of Garrison on Hwy. 37/1804, Indian Hills Resort features a full facility campground and lodging resort. Open May 15-Oct. 31 Indian Hills features more than 50 RV sites equipped with electricity and rural water. There are ample primitive sites, four condos, four log camping cabins and a group-style cabin. Indian Hills also features a boat ramp, convenience store, bait shop, gas on the water and boat docks up to 36-ft. New showers, a laundry, RV and large boat sewer dump and fish cleaning station are also on site. New in 2016 are pontoon rentals. The Nux Baa Ga Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts more than six miles of mountain bike trails with interpretive signs and information kiosks. On-line bookings are available at (FishIndianHills.com) for more information or call BAYSIDE PROPERTY RENTALS Bayside Property Rentals on Lake Sakakawea is located ½ mile south of Garrison on McLean County 15. The business features 11, 600-square-foot units, that include full kitchen and bath. A laundry facility is also available. For availability, call GARRISON S NORTHVIEW TRAILER COURT AND RV PARK 20 camper pads with electricity, water, sewer and garbage weekly. Monthly rental available. SAKAKAWEA RV PARK 70 full service with both-pull through and back-in spaces available. All sites equipped with water, sewer and electricity. Fully heated hydrant sites available for winter season STEINKE BAY RECREATIONAL Primitive sites, boat dock, ramp, vault toilets and fire pits.

24 20 Sakakawea Country South Shore RV Park Seasonal Campground Lake Sakakawea DICKENS Garrison, ND Thanksgiving Weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Next Two Weekends (Friday & Saturday) Live Play Performance Daily Live Entertainment Lighted Parade Carriage Rides House Tours Street Food Vendors Craft Vendors Our service department provides certified technicians and technology when you need it. Add quality performance with BG products and service. IN-STOCK TIRES FOR VEHICLES, RVS, ATVS, TRAILERS AND GOLF CARTS. Special Order Wheels & Tires Deep cycle marine and RVs, along with dependable Interstate power for a wide variety of battery needs th St. NW Beulah, ND Open Monday Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

25 Sakakawea Country 21 North Dakota s Newest Coal Mine! Coyote Creek Mining Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the North American Coal Corporation. Located 6 miles South and 4 miles West of Beulah, Coyote Creek Mine is the newest mine in North Dakota since the 1970s. Coyote Creek Mining Company th Street SW Zap, ND W. MAIN BEULAH RD AVE NW HAZEN John 3:16 OUR TWO LOCATIONS OFFER QUALITY NAPA Parts Lubes Tools Auto, Marine & RV Batteries All kinds of products for care & maintenance Paint & Prep Safety Equipment Welding Supplies Fuel additives for all weather Come see why NAPA has what you need.

26 22 Sakakawea Country Brooks Gallery Pottery~Gifts~Fine Art Central Ave., Hazen, ND Area Attractions: All Season Arena Archery Range Biking & Walking Trails Golf Course Harmony Lake Hazen Bay Recreation Area on Lake Sakakawea Lewis & Clark RV Park Antelope Creek RV Park Library Mercer County Regional Airport Movie Theater Parks & Playgrounds Swimming Pool Tennis/Skateboard Park For more information visit: PO Box 649, 707 8th Ave NE Hazen, ND Friendly Faces in Friendly Places Our coffee s always hot and our service friendly. Drop by and enjoy a taste of hospitality. Roughrider Motor Inn Reasonable Rates 700 4th Ave. NE Beer Growler Station WINE TASTING STATION "Try before you buy" Sue s Café Enjoy an Espresso Drink Main Street, Hazen , 8 a.m. - 9 p.m., Seven Days a Week Hazen Star Serving Mercer County and beyond since 1912

27 Sakakawea Country 23 Hazen A town of unique opportunity Not often do we find small rural towns that offer as many opportunities and have as much vibrancy as Hazen. You ll find plenty to keep you busy in the city that is home to the pop country sister duo Tigirlily. Industry lies at the heart of Hazen s success. There are thousands of well-paying job opportunities in and around the community, including three enormous coal-fired power plants, two coal mines, and a coal gasification plant with a new urea addition. There are just as many options for play as there are for work. A mere 15 minutes north of Hazen lies Lake Sakakawea, providing a long list of recreational activities throughout the calendar year. The Hazen Bay Recreation Area north of Hazen also provides a modern, up-to-date camping area that includes a convenience store with gas, bait, and tackle, along with a small burger restaurant. Near to the bay, there are cabins and camping sites aplenty. Speaking of recreational opportunities, some of the best hunting grounds in the state surround Hazen, where you ll find game such as whitetail and mule deer, pronghorn antelope, grouse, pheasant, turkey, geese, and ducks. The Hazen Golf Course offers golfers a beautiful ninehole, grass-green course built around the meandering Knife River, just east of Hazen itself. The golf clubhouse hosts several events for the community throughout the year. Even though Hazen is a quick trip from both Bismarck and Minot, there s plenty to see, buy, and do right here at home. If you have a passion for art, the Hazen Art and Craft Association is active yearround, allowing Hazen and area residents to share their talents with the public at the April art show as well as the November crafts bazaar. If you want to feel the rhythm, there are plenty of musical options available. Each year, Hazen hosts four world-class performers as part of the Hazen Concert Series, and a new grand piano will allow even larger diversity in the talent which the community brings in. For more information about the city of Hazen, call the Hazen Chamber of Commerce at or check out the city s website at During the summer, Hazen s Pocket Park draws residents and visitors out each month night for outdoor music, while old-time country music Jam Fests are held the first Sunday of each summer month at Hazen City Hall. The autumn season means farmers head into their fields for the harvest. Hazen celebrates this important season in good German style with an annual Harvest Festival. The even includes food, fun and music which will be enjoyed by people of all tastes, genres, and generations. Christmas is always a special time in Hazen. A highlight of the Christmas season is the annual Knife River Chorale concert. Singers from around the area gather together, proclaiming the Christmas message with performances in December. While Hazen has many activities within its city limits, it also provides a home base for vacationers who want to explore the area s rich history. Sakakawea, the famed Shoshone Indian girl who led Lewis and Clark west, met members of the Expedition of the Corps of Discovery at her home just north of nearby Stanton at what is now Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site. Besides the campground at Hazen Bay, there is lodging at Roughrider Motor Inn and two RV parks in town: the Lewis and Clark RV Park in western Hazen and Antelope Creek RV Park in eastern Hazen. MUSIC IN THE PARK

28 24 Sakakawea Country HAZEN EVENTS FEBRUARY 14 - SMC Hospice Valentine Cookie Fundraiser (Hazen City Hall) 23 - Concert Series The Hot Club of Cowtown (Hazen High School Theater) MARCH 3 - Pheasants Forever Banquet (Hazen City Hall) 9 - Grape Escape (Hazen City Hall) 11 - Concert Series WindSync (Hazen High School Theater) 19 - Taste of Hazen (Hazen City Hall) 20 - Hazen HS Choir Concert (Hazen HS Theater) 21 - Scrubs Camp (8th Grade) (Hazen High School) Pride of Dakota (Hazen City Hall) Hazen Figure Skating Club Ice Show (Hazen All Seasons Arena) 27 - Hazen HS Band Concert (Hazen HS Theater) APRIL 2 - Easter Egg Hunt (Hazen Public Library) 6 - Senior Social (Hazen High School) 7 - Prom (Hazen High School) 8 - SMC Auxiliary Turkey Dinner (Hazen City Hall) 14 - Knight for a Princess - Hazen Preschool (Hazen High School Theater) Hazen Art Show (Hazen City Hall) MAY 5 - City Wide Rummage Sale (City Wide) 28 - Annual Veterans Appreciation Meal (Hazen City Hall) JUNE 1 - WRT Annual Meeting (Hazen High School) 6 - Roughrider Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting (Hazen High School) 13 - Music in the Park 16 - SMC Foundation Annual Golf Classic (Hazen Golf Club) JULY 4 - Music in the Park 26 - Crazy Days (City Wide) AUGUST 1 - Music in the Park 21 - Pitchfork Fondue (Hazen Golf Club) 25 - City Wide Rummage Sale (City Wide) SEPTEMBER 5 - Music in the Park 6 - Beer Tasting Event (Hazen Golf Club) 7 - Fleishkuekla Feed Fundraiser (Hazen Football Field) Quilt Show (Hazen City Hall) 8 - Prairie Rose Car Club Annual Car Show (Krause s Parking Lot) 8 - Harvest Festival Concert (TBD) OCTOBER 11 - Hospital Auxiliary Mascarade Sale 25 - SMC Annual Meeting (Hazen City Hall) 31 - Trail of Treats (City Wide) and Spooky Storytime (Hazen CityHall, hosted by Hazen Public Library) NOVEMBER Arts and Craft Bazaar (Hazen City Hall) 29 - Chamber Walk Around (City Wide) DECEMBER 3 - Death by Chocolate (Hazen City Hall) 7 - Chamber Walks Around (City Wide) Knife River Chorale (Hazen Elementary Gym) ACCOMMODATIONS ANTELOPE CREEK RV PARK This park is located north of the intersection of Highway 200 and 4th Ave. East. Features 45 camping sites with full hookups including water, sewer, electricity and a comfort station with both showers and laundry. All camping sites are also available long term. Call or hpr@westriv.com for reservations. HAZEN BAY CAMPGROUNDS Recreation area located 15 minutes from Hazen on Lake Sakakawea. Offers paved road access to a convenience store with gas, bait and tackle, as well as a lakeside restaurant, along with 134 camping/tent sites 96 with full water, sewage, and electrical hookups, 25 with water and electricity, 7 with electricity, and 6 primitive campsites. There is also lodging in 6 cabins, 4 full service and 2 primitive sites, as well as a sewage dumpsite, 3 accessible boat ramps, restrooms and 2 shower houses, fish cleaning station, 5 boat docks, a picnic shelter, 3 playgrounds, picnic tables, fire rings, horseshoe pits and trash receptacles. For camping information or reservations, call FISH (3474) or Hazen Parks and Recreation at LEWIS AND CLARK RV PARK Located on the west end of Main Street Hazen, just off State Highway 200. Features 28 camping sites with playground, full hookups including water, sewer, electricity and a full-service comfort station with showers, laundry, kitchen and a meeting room. Call or hpr@westriv.com for reservations. ROUGHRIDER MOTOR INN Reservations: th Ave. N.E. and State Highway 200. Offers 57 rooms along with AC, cable TV, meeting room,

29 Sakakawea Country 25 Garrison Dam ND s best kept secret exercise when snow permits. & Hatchery GARRISON DAM ONE OF WORLD S LARGEST Garrison Dam is an earth-fill embankment dam on the Missouri The Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery is nestled at River. At more than two miles in length, it is the fifth-largest the foot of the Garrison Dam. earthen dam in the world. The dam was constructed by At the hatchery, visitors can learn about the life cycle of a the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The project lasted from number of North Dakota fish including walleye, pike, trout, salmon and sturgeon. The reservoir behind the dam is Lake Sakakawea. It The hatchery and visitor center aquariums are open daily extends from Riverdale and Pick City northwest to Williston from 8:00-3:30 Memorial Day through Labor Day and by and on to the confluence with the Yellowstone River near appointment, year around. the Montana border. All totaled, there is Established in 1957, the fish hatchery provides fish for recreational fishing in new reservoirs created by federal water development projects in the Midwest. Today, the hatchery continues its mitigation responsibility providing fish stockings on federal reservoirs. The hatchery also provides fish for stocking National Wildlife Refuges, Tribal waters, and hundreds of state managed waters in North Dakota and Wyoming. As many of the native fishes struggle with the changes in the Missouri River resulting from dam construction, the hatchery s role has changed to include the restoration of endemic fishes, such as the paddlefish, sauger and shovelnose, and recovery of an endangered species, the pallid sturgeon. To meet the high fish production demands, ponds and raceways have been added and renovated over the years making the facility the largest walleye production hatchery in the nation and one of the Fish and Wildlife Services top 10 in production of trout and salmon. The hatchery also boosts of the reintroduction of more endangered pallid sturgeon than all other hatcheries combined. The area around the hatchery features a nature trail through the cottonwoods along the Missouri River. It provides birders and outdoor enthusiasts an opportunity to reconnect with nature. In the fall, hikers can observe Chinook salmon ascending the creek on their spawning run. The creek parallels the trail. During the winter the trail is converted into a groomed cross-country skiing area for those seeking an opportunity for outdoors GARRISON DAM For more information contact Rob Holm at the fish hatchery. more shoreline along the reservoir than the entire coast of California. Garrison Dam is named after the city of Garrison, which is north of the dam and across the reservoir. The dam s five hydro-power turbines have an electric power generating capacity of megawatts. Power generated from the dam s power plant serves several hundred thousand customers. The construction on the dam necessitated the purchase of 152,360 acres of land, including an area of the Fort Berthold Reservation that flooded, creating Lake Sakakawea. The $300 million dam project was dedicated by President Eisenhower in 1953.

30 26 Sakakawea Country Makoti The small community of Makoti In Southwest Ward County in Sakakawea Country host a small number of annual events. For more information, call LeAnn at Activities include the Hiddenwood Sportsmen s Club fishing derby, Hiddenwood Old Settlers picnic and Makoti Threshing Show. At the Hiddenwood Fishing Derby, at Hiddenwood Lake eight miles south of Makoti, anglers can fish from their boat or from shore. Prizes are awarded to adult and children anglers. A handicapped fishing ramp is available. Camping and restroom facilities are also available. In mid-june, the Hiddenwood Old Settlers hold their annual picnic on the campgrounds at Hiddenwood Lake. Another of Makoti s claims to fame is the annual Makoti Threshing Show touted as the largest in the state, the event features more than 300 vintage operating implements. The festival is the fourth weekend in September. The Threshing Show grounds included a pioneer village consisting of two churches, a drug store, blacksmith shop, homestead shacks, country school and post office. In Makoti, during the summer, the swimming pool is open seven days a week, beginning shortly after Memorial Day. A Memorial Walk, dedicated to Keith Smette, located in beautiful Makoti Park, features a solemn tribute to local men and women who have served their country in the military. The park has a gazebo and many shady sites for picnicking. Bikers are always welcome to camp in the park. Makoti also features a baseball diamond. Harvest hidden treasures ACCOMMODATIONS MAKOTI THRESHERS CAMPGROUND Located on South Main Street, 100 electric hookups, bathrooms, showers. (701) (Bob Huus). MAKOTI EVENTS JUNE Citywide rummage sale June 2 Fishing Derby June 9 Hiddenwood Picnic June 17 JULY Makoti Picnic July 12 SEPTEMBER Makoti Threshing Show Sept AREA MUSEUMS MAKOTI THRESHERS MUSEUM Makoti Threshers Museum on the south edge of town. Features settlement, agricultural and local/regional history collections; handicap accessible rest rooms. Hours: Seasonal but building tours may be arranged year round by appointment. Annual show runs the first weekend in September. Admission is $10 during the threshing bee in September. Call for additional information. NORTH DAKOTA TOURISM/JASON LINDSEY