Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide 2009

BUSINESS Directory Paul Bunyan Land (See ad on page 38) at This Old Farm 17553 State Highway 18, Brainerd (218) 764-2524 www.thisoldfarm.net 26 ft tall animated Paul Bunyan greets youngsters by name. 28 rides and attractions, 30 building pioneer village. Opens daily at 10 A.M. all summer. Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (See ad on page 38) 17992 State Highway 371, Brainerd (218) 838-9002 www.piratescove.net Discover the adventure of two 18-hole courses! Putt your way through the mountain caves, over foot bridges and under waterfalls–swashbuckling fun for the entire family! Whistling Wolf 35878 County Road 3, Crosslake (218) 692-7888 www.crosslakegolf.com One of the best mini-golf courses in Minnesota. Eighteen holes located in a scenic wooded setting. Unique up north theme, complete with waterfalls and streams. Fun for the whole family. Hours: Sunday–Thursday: 10 A.M.-9 P.M.; Friday-Saturday: 10 A.M.-10 P.M. Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf (See ad on page 30) Hwy 371, 2 miles north of Pequot Lakes (218) 568-6995 www.wildwedge.com One of Minnesota’s best par 3 golf courses. Challenging and fun miniature golf with streams and waterfalls. Lighted for night play. Driving range. Picnic pavilion for groups and new club house. The Brainerd Lakes Area is home to businesses of all types and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a business that can provide you with a product, service or just simply entertainment, you have your fair share of options to choose from. ANTIQUES Abbey House Antiques 27 West Street Main St, Crosby (218) 678-3286 Hallett Antique Emporium 82 West Main Street, Crosby (218) 546-5444 HALLETT ANTIQUE EMP ORIUM, CROSBY ATTRACTIONS Billy Bones Raceway (See ad on page 38) 17992 State Highway 371, Brainerd (218) 828-4245 www.billybonesraceway.com Experience the rush of racing! Engines roar as you speed through the twists, curves and dips. Three race tracks for all levels, from kiddies to competitive racers. BIR Performance Driving School (See ad on page 46) 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd (866) 511-7606 or (218) 824-7606 www.birperformance.com The chance you’ve been waiting for. Your heart beats faster. You grab the steering wheel in anticipation. Driving will never be the same again. Welcome to the BIR Performance Driving School. Brainerd International Raceway (See ad on page 46) 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd (866) 444-4455 or (218) 824-7220 www.brainerdraceway.com Minnesota’s premier motorsports facility, offering road racing and drag racing, including the 28th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals August 13-16. Camping available. Mississippi Belle 14935 Wonderland Park Road/Hwy 210 E, Brainerd (218) 828-3503 www.brainerdboat.com 100 passenger paddle-wheeler boat offering narrated weekly cruises of the beautiful Mississippi River. Call or see website for summer schedule. Private charters available. Operates 7 days a week June-October. North Central Speedway PO Box 423, Brainerd (218) 828-1545 www.racencs.com Racing every Saturday night. Fun for the whole family, full concession. Kid’s nights twice a year. Schedule of events listed at www.racencs.com. Northern Trackers Railroad 35170 County Road 3, Crosslake (218) 692-1900 or (218) 692-1548 www.northerntrackersrrclub.com A non-profit model railroad club and display museum featuring HO historic 1900’s logging and mining railroad and an O scale Lionel layout. Store and library. Open year round. CASINOS Grand Casino Mille Lacs (See ad on page 38) 777 Grand Avenue, Onamia (800) 626-5825 www.grandcasionmn.com Video slots, blackjack tables, Kids Quest, video arcade, bingo, valet parking, gift and specialty shops. Five restaurants. Events and convention center and hotel. Northern Lights Casino Hotel and Event Center (See ad on page 50) 6800 Y Frontage Road NW, Walker (877) LIGHTS-9 www.northernlightscasino.com Full service casino with video slots, blackjack and poker tables. Featuring three restaurants, hotel and events center, gift shop and video arcade. CHURCHES Brainerd Lakes Area Catholic Churches 1108 Willow Street, Brainerd (218) 822-4040 www.lakescatholic.org St. Francis Church, St. Andrews Church, St. Mathias Church, St Francis of the Lake School. Christ Community Church 24646 Hazelwood Drive, Nisswa (218) 963-2626 www.christcommunitychurchnisswa.com 9 A.M. Praise, Prayer and Preaching Worship Service; 10:00 A.M. Coffee Fellowship; 10:15 A.M. Contemporary Worship Service with Children’s Church and nursery provided. Zion Lutheran Church 220 N 8th Street, Brainerd (218) 829-4317 Worship times: (Sept-May) Saturday Worship @ 5:30 P.M., Sunday Worship @ 8 A.M. and 10:45 A.M.; (June-Aug) Saturday Worship @ 5:30 P.M., Sunday Worship @ 9 A.M. AUTOMOTIVE Mills Ford (See ad on page 46) 14858 Dellwood Drive, Baxter (218) 829-2893 www.millsauto.com Visit Northern Minnesota’s largest Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealership. Mills Ford is a Blue Oval Certified dealer, serving the Brainerd Lakes Area since 1922. BUILDERS/CONSTRUCTION Nor-Son, Inc. 7900 Hastings Road, Baxter (800) 858-1722 www.nor-son.com Nor-Son is a nationally recognized construction services firm that specializes in creating warm, welcoming and well-built environments for the home, hospitality and healthcare sectors. Services include Consulting, Design/Build, General Contracting and Construction Management. 48 Brainerd Lakes Visitor Guide 2009 http://www.thisoldfarm.net http://www.piratescove.net http://www.billybonesraceway.com http://www.grandcasionmn.com http://www.crosslakegolf.com http://www.birperformance.com http://www.northernlightscasino.com http://www.wildwedge.com http://www.brainerdraceway.com http://www.lakescatholic.org http://www.brainerdboat.com http://www.millsauto.com http://www.christcommunitychurchnisswa.com http://www.racencs.com http://www.racencs.com http://www.nor-son.com http://www.northerntrackersrrclub.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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