RECREATION
Lantern-lit program changed to a hike at Itasca State Park on Saturday, January 7. 
Due to poor snow conditions, the Lantern Lit event scheduled at Itasca State Park on Saturday, January 7, 2012, has been changed to a lantern lit hike.
January 04, 2012
Community skating rink developing into local hangout
The Park Rapids outdoor community skating rink is seeing increased use this winter.
By Anna Erickson , January 04, 2012
Lights added to outdoor ice rink
A community skating rink has a few more amenities this year with the addition of lights and hockey boards.
By Anna Erickson , December 14, 2011
Headwaters 100 riders enjoy balmy temps, area’s hospitality
“A fantastic turnout, our best ever,” Headwaters 100 statistician Ken Grob reports of the 31st annual cycling event.
September 28, 2011
Bicyclist to begin ‘Journey of Hope’
A Colorado man is embarking on a 1,500-mile journey along the Mississippi River.
By Anna Erickson , September 10, 2011
After fatal tubing accidents on Red Lake River, safety measures taken at popular summer spot
On hot Saturdays, as many as 1,500 visitors float down a four-mile stretch of the Red Lake River on this town’s outskirts, in effect doubling its population.
By Ryan Bakken , July 18, 2011
Girl Scouts offer a helping hand to transform park
Lindquist Park in Park Rapids is undergoing major improvements thanks to collaboration between several entities.
By Anna Erickson , July 02, 2011
SAFE Parks program gears up for kids
The SAFE Parks program is in need of more funding to continue serving kids throughout the summer.
By Anna Erickson , May 07, 2011
DNR proposal would extend Heartland Trail from PR to Moorhead
Department of Natural Resources officials report plans for the Heartland Trail Extension from Park Rapids to Moorhead are moving forward.
By Jean Ruzicka , November 03, 2010
Rope course will provide aerial thrills
To call the rope challenge course near Eagle Beach Resort in Hubbard County an aerial adventure park would be selling it short.
For many, it will be a life-changing experience.
By Sarah Smith , July 31, 2010
Akeley’s railroad trestle being dismantled, to be replaced with metal structure
After a couple of weeks of prep work, the former Akeley railroad trestle, now a component of the Heartland Trail, was taken being taken apart Monday. The 1927 trestle will be replaced with a lower metal bridge, with work expected to be completed by November, or before, according to Robert Folstrom, project superintendent. The existing 314-foot structure was capable of holding 1,500 pounds, the new 10-foot wide bridge will carry 10,000 pounds, accommodating a snowmobile groomer. Derrick Alvarado of Naytahwaush and Winston Wadena Jr. of Waubun (above) were among the Grand Forks-based Swingen Construction crew members.
By Jean Ruzicka , July 28, 2010
Nevis celebrates 60th annual Muskie Days
Kids arrived from far and wide to take part in the 60th annual Muskie Days. Rain dampened a few events, but not spirits.The Nevis Lions served 275 at a fish dinner near the big muskie.
By Sarah Smith and Jean Ruzicka , July 21, 2010
DL makes top 10 list for boating sites
If the weather would cooperate, Detroit Lake could prove why it was chosen as one of the top 10 boating destinations in the United States.
By Pippi Mayfield , June 16, 2010
A break in the rain is the perfect time for a swim
During a break in the rain Thursday the Fish Hook River seemed like a good place to play a game of Dodgeball.
By Anna Erickson , June 12, 2010
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