Explore southern Minnesota this Winter, " You'll be surprised....... at what you'll find"  There are activities for everyone including Ice Fishing on one of our many lakes, or open water Trout Streams. The "NEW" National Eagle Center in Wabasha; The NEW Maritime Art Museum in Winona, Great skiing, snowboarding, and winter hiking - YES, this year we have a great supply of SNOW in southern Minnesota for snowmobiling and other winter time outdoor sports.  Check out southern Minnesota on this site and we're sure you'll decide to visit us.

GET READY TO BE SURPRISED !

Visit Southern Minnesota - You'll be Surprised.....at What You'll Find

Explore southern Minnesota this Winter, You'll Be Surprised !.

Here's just a sampling of what you'll find in southern Minnesota: 

Interested in Eagles?  A one of a kind opportunity exists in Wabasha, at the "NEW" National Eagle Center, where you can get nose-to-beak with one of three American Bald Eagles, and a new resident Golden Eagle. Come and see for yourself and don't forget your camera! Plus at Covell Park just south of Red Wing you will find hundreds, yes hundreds, of Eagles perched in the trees and flying around the open Mississippi River.

Red Wing named distinctive historic destination for 2008 - The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Red Wing, Minnesota to it's list of 12 Distinctive Destinations for 2008.  "This is a city that knows history matters," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. "With its historic river charm, Red Wing, Minnesota, has sensitively preserved its heritage and natural resources to create a thriving and vital community that has much to offer residents and visitors alike."   Visit Red Wing in 2008 and see for yourself how this community earned this national honor.  You will be surprised at what you'll find in Red Wing!

 Shopping - There are many opportunities for the shoppers, including CABELAS in Owatonna, for the outdoors men and women, The Medford Outlet Mall, Red Wing Stoneware, and the many antique stores and malls in southern Minnesota.  For the kids ( and adults ) be sure and check out L.A.R.K. Toys south of Wabasha, you'll be amazed at what you'll find there..

SE Minnesota's Historic Bluff Country is open for business - Historic Bluff Country, it's trails, Amish goods, Trout fishing, and other activities are ready for visitors - - - come on over and see for yourself. You'll Be Surprised !!

Trails - Southern Minnesota has trails galore, with snowmobiling, cross country skiing, ATVing, snowshoeing and just plain winter hiking opportunities around every corner.  Check out our many trails that provide fun for all ages. 

Visit Southern Minnesota this Winter

You'll Be Surprised........ at what You'll Find !

 


Red Wing VCB - - - Pottery, Mississippi River, EAGLES everywhere, Antiques and fun!
http://www.redwing.org  

Wabasha Chamber - - - National Eagle Center, Grumpy Old Men, L.A.R.K. Toys and the Mississippi River.
http://www.wabashamn.org  

Owatonna Chamber and Tourism - - - CABELAS, Indoor water park, festivals and museums.
http://www.owatonna.org  

New Ulm CVB - - - Minnesota River Valley National Scenic Byway, great shopping, Schells Brewery and much more.
http://www.newulm.com  

Lanesboro Area Chamber - - - Root River Trail, Art Galleries, Comonweal Theatre and more.
http://www.lanesboro.com  

Willmar/Spicer area - Little Crow Lakes, Resorts, Snowmobiling, Ice Fishing, and Shopping.
http://www.seeyouinwillmar.com  

Luverne Area Chamber - Buffalo, Brandenburg Gallery, plus much more. See the prairie in the Winter.
http://www.luvernechamber.org  

Visit Winona - The Mississippi River, Stained Glass Galleries, the NEW Maritime Art Museum.
http://www.visitwinona.com  

Historic Bluff Country - Art Galleries, Commonwheal Theatre, Cross Country skiing & Snowmobile Trails, Antiques and Amish Tours.
http://www.bluffcountry.com  

Visit Rochester home of the Mayo Clinic & more. - For a metropolitan experience in southern Minnesota visit Rochester, you'll be surprised at what you will find!
http://www.visitrochestermn.com  


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Winter Trout stream - Lanesboro area
Winter Trout stream - Lanesboro area

Cross country skiing - Mankato area
Cross country skiing - Mankato area

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Prairie winterscape

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