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Atwater Area Historical Society and Museum – The museum contains items depicting the history of the Atwater area. 500 Pleasant Ave. West, Atwater, MN 56209 / (320) 974-8861 Open by appointment.
Atwater Karting Speedway – “Where kids get hooked on dirt!” Located approximately 1 mile east of Atwater on State Highway 12, races are held Friday evenings at 6 p.m. from May through August. PO Box 121, Atwater, MN 56209 / (612) 702-9525 for track conditions and latest information www.atwaterkartingspeedway.com
Centennial Park – Centennial Park is a park for all ages and all seasons. Amenities include a baseball field, softball field, volleyball court, hiking/ biking trails, nature trail, fishing, winter sledding, ice skating/hockey, cross-country skiing and a great playground for all ages. Grills, rest rooms and a park shelter make this the perfect location for your next family gathering. 9th St South & Washington Ave. W, Atwater, MN 56209
Freedom Ridge – The newest park for Jeep Crawlin’ and Concert Rockin’! 1130 195th St SE, Atwater, MN 56209 / www.freedomridgerocks.com info@freedomridgerocks.com
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Kandiyohi Candle Company – The Kandiyohi Candle Company offers hand-poured soybean wax candles and soybean-based hand lotions. Production tours are available. 517 Pacific Avenue, Kandiyohi, MN 56251 (320) 382-6747 / www.kandicandles.com
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Goat Ridge Brewing Co. – You’ll find a come-as-you-are atmosphere that seats 10 at the bar and 35 around the room. While you savor your brew, you can play some old-school tavern games, grab a book from our library, or just gaze out to our river-front garden. 17 Central Ave. W., New London, (320) 354-2383 / www.goatridgebrewing.com
Little Crow Water Ski Team – Performances are held most Friday evenings during the summer months at Neer Park (311 2nd Avenue SE, New London). Fee applies. PO Box 537, New London, MN 56273, www.littlecrow.com
New London Little Theatre – Welcome to the historic Little Theatre that has been an icon in downtown New London since 1921. The Little Theatre is owned and operated by a non-profit organization, the Crow River Players, Inc. They pride themselves in bringing quality, affordable, live entertainment to the community. Check out the website to see what theatrical productions, concerts or special events they have planned for your entertainment. 24 Central Avenue E, PO Box 536, New London, MN 56273 / (320) 354-2559 / www.newlondonlittletheatre.com
New London Memorial Park – 60 Main Street S., New London, MN 56273. This Veteran’s Memorial Park sits on the site of the long-gone flour mill and overlooks the Crow River Dam and Mill. The five granite monuments feature the early history of New London, the origins of the Crow River
Dam and Mill, the Fish Hatchery and the Robert Ihlang American Legion Post 537, which funded the park. The largest monument has emblems of the different branches of the U.S. Military, in honor of their service to our country.
Shores of St. Andrew Bible Camp and Marble Church–Shores of St. Andrew Village is a great place for meetings, retreats and reunions year round. 19080 16th St NE, New London MN 56273 / (320) 354-2961 or (320) 796-2181 / camp@gllm.org or serickson@gllm.org / www.gllm.org
Sibley State Park – There is something for everyone at this popular west central Minnesota State Park. Hike to Mount Tom and see a patchwork of forest, farmland, prairie knolls and lakes. Enjoy swimming, boating and fishing on Lake Andrew and a canoe route on Henschien Lake and Swan Lake. The park offers campgrounds, a modern group center, horseback camps, picnic area and interpretive programs year-round. Sibley Park is also one of the best places in Kandiyohi County for bird watching.
800 Sibley Park Road NE, New London, MN 56273 / (320) 354-2055 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/sibley
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Big Kahuna Fun Park – Features two go-kart tracks, 18-hole mini-
golf course, water wars bumper boats, Power Wheels course for kids, arcade with redemption prizes and a Subway sandwich shop.190 Progress Way, Spicer, MN 56288, (320) 796-2445, 320-220-3600 OR bigkahunafunpark@gmail.com, www.spicerfun.com. Open Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day 11am-9pm
Glacial Ridge Winery - MGGA Member. Open year-round for tours, tastings and a variety of different events and activities. May-Sept: Thursday-Saturday Noon-9 p.m.; Sunday Noon- 6 p.m. Oct-April: Friday-Saturday Noon-9 p.m. 15455 Old Mill Rd, Spicer, MN 56288, (320) 796-9463, www.glacialridgewinery.com
Green Lake BMX – It’s all about fun! The track opens May 30th or sooner if weather permits. Practices are held on Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. and races are held every Friday with registration from 6-7 p.m. Track Location: 221 South Street W, Spicer / PO Box 243, Spicer, MN 56288 (320) 796-4434 / www.greenlakebmx.com
Green Lake Bible Camp and Chapel – A popular retreat center available year round for gatherings of all types and sizes.
9916 Lake Avenue S, Spicer, MN 56288 / (320) 796-2181 ext. 221 camp@gllm.org OR serickson@gllm.org / www.gllm.org
Houseboat Cruises on Green Lake – Enjoy casual houseboat cruises around Green Lake. Public and private cruises available during the summer season. 159 Lake Avenue S, Spicer, MN 56288 / (320) 235-4448 dbaker@greenlakecruises.com / www.greenlakecruises.com
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