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2 for 1 Skiing or Snowboarding!

November 21, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

 

Winter fun has begun at Andes Tower Hills! Featuring numerous downhill runs and lifts ranging from beginner to expert, and equipment rentals and lessons onsite. Take advantage of the 2 for 1 Weekend special! You’ll get two days of ski or snowboard rentals, plus lift tickets (regular price) for the price of one when you stay overnight at one of the area’s lodging facilities! Find eligible lodging here. Make sure to keep and present your rental/lift receipts and lodging receipt. Call Andes at 320-965-2455 for more details and to confirm your participation in this offer. See you on the slopes!!

ANDES 2 for 1 WEEKENDS:

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Filed Under: Featured, Winter

Last Few Chances for Open Water Fishing – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

October 24, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Featured, Fishing

The Fall Bite is ON in the Lakes Area – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

October 17, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Mid October Fishing – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

October 11, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

True Fall Fish Patterns Emerging – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

September 26, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Fall Fun Days for October Break / MEA

September 19, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

SCHOOL IS OUT October 17-20 for Fall Break / MEA !! Bring the entire family to Alexandria for Fall Fun Days! You’ll find plenty of fall fun for everyone at Country Blossom Farm and Carlos Creek Winery/22 Northmen Brewery.


Country Blossom Farm

When school is out, it’s time to PLAY! Country Blossom Farm is THE place to be over MEA / October Break! A $10 Activity Band gets access to all of the fun attractions! Corn Maze, Jumping Pillow, Wagon Rides, Pedal Cars, Straw Mountain, Bazooka Ball, Pumpkin Patch, Bakery and much more! Shop the gift shop full of unique decor, have a savory hand pie for lunch and don’t forget a sweet treat from the bakery and a bag of fresh picked apples to take home!  Country Blossom Farm, Where Sweet Memories Bloom! Complete information at www.countryblossomfarm.com

Get lost in the 7 acre Corn Maze! Plus, a special Flashlight Corn Maze on Oct.18th!
The Corn Pit!
Zip around on the Pedal Car Track!
The Straw Mountain!
The Giant Jumping Pillow!
No autumn adventure is complete without picking out the perfect pumpkin!

 


Oktoberfest at Carlos Creek Winery / 22 Northmen Brewery

An outdoor, family-friendly German style Oktoberfest festival celebrating beer and the end of the apple harvest. Fun for the entire family! Catapult Demonstrations, Pie Eating Competitions, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Quilt Show & Auction, Food Vendors, unique Wine & Beer and much more! Complete information at www.carloscreekwinery.com

New in June of 2019, the 22 Northmen Brewery has a large selection of craft beer
Whose pumpkin will fly further? Find out at the pumpkin catapult!
Wagon rides and yard games add to the family fun!

Filed Under: Fall

Fall Fishing Patterns – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

September 19, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Fishing Bass & Walleye in the Fall – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

September 13, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Tips for Fall Bass Fishing with the Ned Rig – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

September 5, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Grape Stomp Festival

September 4, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Come experience the Grape Stomp and Fall Festival held annually at Carlos Creek Winery! The three day festival, September 13-15, is packed with excitement including 18 bands on 4 stages, over 150 food, juried art and marketplace vendors, a man cave featuring 22 Northmen Brewing Co. beer, wine & beer tasting, and of course Grape Stomping!!

Each day has a special theme with costume and grape stomping competitions. Sunday is “Deal Day” with specials on wine and merchandise throughout the festival, and a Silent Auction that benefits “Let’s Go Fishing” and the Douglas County Food Shelf. FREE Shuttles run from the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Viking Plaza Mall and many Alexandria hotels, plus there’s plenty of on-site parking. See below for the full schedule and details!

Full details can be found at www.ccwgrapestomp.com 

 

 

Filed Under: Fall, Uncategorized

Must-Do Fall Fun in the Alexandria Lakes Area

September 3, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Autumn is a much-adored season for many reasons…cool nights around a campfire, pumpkin patches, cozy sweatshirts, and of course the beautiful vibrant colors of foliage during a Minnesota fall. Couple all that with some fun activities and special events, and you have the recipe of a perfect Autumn Getaway! Here is a list of some activities and events not-to-miss in the Alexandria Lakes Area this fall. So grab your pumpkin latte and hit the road!

1. Fall Colors

You can’t let the autumn season pass you by without enjoying fall colors. To help you find some of the best areas, we have an entire article for the Fall Color Hotspots in the Alexandria Lakes Area! You can find the Fall Color Hotspots HERE.

Lake Carlos State Park Fall Colors. Photo by James Feist
Dazzling color display at Lake Carlos State Park! Photo : James Feist

 

Runestone Park Hike. Photo by James Feist
Hiking on a perfect autumn day at Kensington Runestone Park. Photo : James Feist

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Filed Under: Fall

Labor Day Weekend Fishing – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

August 29, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Swimbaiting Tactics for Multi-Species Success – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

August 22, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Lotsa’ Lakes, and Lotsa’ Fish! – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

August 7, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

10% Off Golf & Cart for Visitors!

August 7, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Visitors staying at our lodging properties can receive 10% Off Golf & Cart at participating Golf Courses! Discount card will be administered by the lodging properties in association with your stay. You may mention your desire to obtain the discount card at booking, upon check in or at any time during your stay.

Find list of participating lodging properties HERE , and participating Golf Courses listed on ChainofLinks.com

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Offer valid at participating Chain of Links Golf Courses only. Discount applies to green fees and cart only. Taxes and additional fees may apply. Please mention the Chain of Links discount card at time of booking tee time. Must present and surrender discount card at time of green fee/cart payment. Participating Chain of Links Golf Courses reserve the right to not honor discount based on circumstances such as available tee times, special events or other special circumstances (mention discount card & confirm upon booking tee time). Not valid on special event and/or tournament registration. One card per person per course. Expires one week after issue date. Discount card must be filled out and authorized by lodging property to be valid.  Customers may be required to present booking confirmation/lodging receipt at time of redemption. Offer valid only with accompanying stay/lodging at one of the lodging properties listed on ExploreAlex.com/dt_hotels . Number of valid discount cards issued for multiple guests per lodging booking is based on actual approved room occupancy. Maximum available number of discount cards per person per lodging booking is based on max number of different Chain of Links Golf Courses consumer plays for the duration of lodging stay. Discount is non-transferable and void if copied. Excludes all other goods and services. Not valid with any other offers or discounts. Other exclusions may apply. No cash value.

Filed Under: Golf Tagged With: golf

Fishing in the “Dog Days” of Summer – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

August 1, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Walleye Bite is Still Hot! – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

July 26, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Bass on the Bite! – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

July 22, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Multi-Species Bite in Alexandria Lakes Area – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

July 11, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Finding Fish in Early July – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

July 3, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Hot Walleye Bite in Alexandria! – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

June 28, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Summer Walleye & Bass Tips – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

June 20, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Share Your 4th of July Photos and WIN!

June 20, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

There is endless fun in the Alexandria Lakes Area over the 4th of July holiday, from the Star Storm fireworks show to all the summer lake fun! Explore Alexandria wants to see your great photos, so we are giving away gift certificates for area businesses! All you have to do is share your pictures using the hashtag #ExploreAlex for chances to win!

How to Enter the Contest:

  1. Share your photos on Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #ExploreAlex (must be public posts) OR
  2. Share your photos on Facebook and tag @ExploreAlexMN , or post to our Explore Alexandria MN page (must be public posts)

Numerous winners will be randomly drawn on July 5th for gift certificates in the Alexandria Lakes Area! Prizes include gift certificates to Lake Darling Resort, Scandinavian Gift Shop, Mary Becker AVON, Glenwood State Bank (Visa Gift Cards!), Past and Present Home Gallery , Holiday Inn, Willy T’s Tavern & Grill, Elden’s Fresh Foods , Spirit Cove Lodge Bed & Breakfast , Lake Miltona Golf Club and more to be announced soon!

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Filed Under: Summer

Bass are Chomping! – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

June 6, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Memorial Day Fishing Tips – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

May 23, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Fishing Season in Full Swing – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

May 16, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Walleye Opener Tips – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

May 9, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Early May Crappie Bite – Mike Frisch’s Video Update

May 3, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

Fishing in the Alexandria Lakes Area – Video Updates, Tips & Tricks by Mike Frisch

Filed Under: Fishing

Let’s RIDE! Alexandria Area Snowmobile Trails are OPEN!

January 3, 2019 by Explore Alexandria

The Alexandria Lakes Area is full of snow! The entire 360-mile system of Douglas County’s snowmobile trails are OPEN! Get your sled going and get ready to ride! Douglas Area Trails Association is busy consistently grooming the trails for good riding. For the most up-to-date trail conditions and openings, check HERE.

For lodging options, many on or near the trail, click HERE.

No sled? No problem! Snowmobile rentals are available on the trail at the Snow Center at Arrowwood Resort, 320-762-1124

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Filed Under: Winter

Goin’ to the Lake : Alexandria!

August 1, 2018 by Explore Alexandria

WCCO’s Pat Kessler & Esme Murphy visited Alexandria for their Goin’ to the Lake segments! Lots of unique Alexandria attractions were visited, and they also tried a few things for the first time including stand up paddleboarding and being in a radio theatre play. See the segments below as they visited Spirit Cove Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Hangloose MN at Lake Carlos Marina, Lakes Area Radio Theatre, Legacy of the Lakes Museum and Bugaboo Bay!

SPIRIT COVE LODGE

STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING

LEGACY OF THE LAKES MUSEUM

LAKES AREA RADIO THEATRE

Filed Under: Featured, Summer

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