Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide 2009

THE LEGEND OF Paul Bunyan is alive and well in the Brainerd Lakes Area and evidence of Paul’s existence is all around. Spend a day touring around the area and visiting various spots where Paul has made his mark. PAUL BUNYAN LOCATED AT A-PINE RESTAURANT, JENKINS Paul Bunyan’s Flashlight It’s been said that the Historic Water Tower, located on the corner of 6th Street and Washington Avenue in Brainerd, was previously used by Paul Bunyan as a flashlight so that he could find his way around in the dark of night. Pine River Information Center for all to view when he was making his way through the area years ago. Paul’s Hammer Paul was a handyman who went through his fair share of tools. In fact, one day he was in such a hurry to get a job done that when his hammer couldn't pound a nail with one mighty blow, he tossed it aside and grabbed a new one. One of Paul’s hammers has found a home outside Ace Hardware in Crosslake. • A-Pine Restaurant - 33039 Old Highway 371, Jenkins • Historic Water Tower – Corner of 6th Street and Washington Ave, Brainerd • Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center – 7393 State Highway 371, Brainerd • Paul Bunyan Bowl – 7609 Excelsior Rd, Baxter • Paul Bunyan Land – 17553 State Highway 18, Brainerd Be sure to find Paul’s buddy, Babe, in the Brainerd Lakes Area too! His likeness can be found at local businesses in the area. Contact the Brainerd Lakes Chamber at (800) 450-2838 or info@explorebrainerdlakes.com for more information on Babe’s whereabouts. Paul’s Bobber The unique water tower located in the heart of Pequot Lakes happens to be the bobber that Paul used on one of his fishing rods years ago. The bobber has become a recognizable symbol in the Pequot Lakes community. Paul’s Girlfriend You can even meet Paul’s sweetheart, Lucette, when you’re in the Brainerd Lakes Area! She makes her home along the shores of Birch Lake in Hackensack and bides the time by watching the water as she waits for Paul. Paul’s Chair Just below the bobber in Pequot Lakes sits a larger than life chair that tall Paul used to kick back and relax. Although the chair doesn’t look to be that comfortable, Paul thought it was great because he fit in it just perfectly. Paul Statues Since Paul is such a likeable fellow, the Brainerd Lakes Area has paid honor to him by displaying statues of his likeness throughout the area. You can find statues of Paul Bunyan, and even some of his blue buddy, Babe, at the following locations: Paul’s Baby Shoes It wouldn’t be hard to hear the pitter patter of Paul’s feet when he was a baby because his shoes were made of wood. Paul left them at the 1-800-450-2838 | www.explorebrainerdlakes.com 47 http://www.explorebrainerdlakes.com

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Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide 2009 Table of Contents Where Do You Want To Go? Brainerd Lakes Events Calendar Stay Resorts Hotels & Motels Bed & Breakfasts and Historic Inns Private Home Rentals Camping Eat Dining Play Golf Beaches Fishing Parks & Forests Trails & Byways Nature Centers Shopping Attractions Activities The Arts Museums The Brainerd Lakes Area The Legend of Paul Bunyan Business Directory Plan Vacation Planning Group Tours Group Facilities Area Map

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