PERFORMING ARTS

• Ordway Center www.ordway.org (St. Paul, adjacent to RiverCentre)
• Fitzgerald Theater (Minnesota Public Radio) www.fitzgeraldtheater.publicradio.org (St. Paul, 0.6 miles)
• Guthrie Theater www.guthrietheater.org (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• Mixed Blood Theater www.mixedblood.com (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• www.hennepintheatretrust.org/“>www.hennepintheatretrust.org (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• Minnesota Dance Theatre www.mndance.org (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• Cowles Center for Dance www.thecowlescenter.org (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• Children’s Theatre Company www.childrenstheatre.org/ (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• Jungle Theater www.jungletheater.com (Minneapolis, 11 miles)
• Minnesota Centennial Showboat (University of Minnesota) theatre.umn.edu/showboat (St. Paul, 1.0 mile)
• Minnesota Orchestra www.minnesotaorchestra.org  (Minneapolis, 9.7 miles)
• Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra www.thespco.org (St. Paul, Various Locations)

MUSEUMS

• Science Museum of Minnesota www.smm.org (St. Paul, adjacent to Rivercentre)
• Minnesota Children’s Museum www.mcm.org (St. Paul, 0.5 mile)
• Minnesota History Center (St. Paul, 0.6 miles) www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/
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• Twin City Model Railroad Museum www.tcmrm.org (St. Paul, 4 miles)
• Bell Museum of Natural History (University of MN Campus) www.bellmuseum.org (Minneapolis, 7 miles)
• Weisman Art Museum (University of MN Campus) www.weisman.umn.edu (Minneapolis, 7 miles)
• Mill City Museum www.millcitymuseum.org (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
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• Minneapolis Institute of Arts www.artsmia.org (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• Walker Art Museum and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden www.walkerart.org (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• American Swedish Institute www.asimn.org (Minneapolis, 10.5 miles)
• Museum of Russian Art tmora.org/ (Minneapolis, 12 miles)

HISTORICAL SITES AND POINTS OF INTEREST

• Cathedral of St. Paul www.cathedralsaintpaul.org (St. Paul, 0.8 miles)
• James J. Hill House (Minnesota Historical Society) www.mnhs.org/places/sites/jjhh/  (St. Paul, 1 mile)
• Minnesota State Capitol (Minnesota Historical Society) www.mnhs.org/places/sites/msc/ (St. Paul, 1.3 miles)
• Historic Fort Snelling www.historicfortsnelling.org (St. Paul, 7 miles)
• The Humbert H. Humphrey Metrodome www.msfc.com (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• Target Field minnesota.twins.mlb.com/min/ballpark/index.jsp (Minneapolis, 12 miles)
• Wabasha Street Caves www.wabashastreetcaves.com (St. Paul, 0.9 miles)
• St. Paul Gangster Tour www.wabashastreetcaves.com (Saturdays, St. Paul, 0.9 miles)
• Alexander Ramsey House (Minnesota Historical Society) www.mnhs.org/places/sites/arh/ (St. Paul, 0.5 miles)

ZOOS AND ARBORETUM

• Como Park Zoo & Conservatory www.comozooconservatory.org (St. Paul, 4 miles)
• Minnesota Sea Life Aquarium (Bloomington, 12 miles – inside Mall of America) www.visitsealife.com/Minnesota/
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• Minnesota Zoo www.mnzoo.com (Apple Valley, 18 miles)
• Minnesota Landscape Arboretum www.arboretum.umn.edu/ (Chanhassen, 30 miles)

SHOPPING, DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATIONS

• Mickey’s Dining Car www.mickeysdiningcar.com (St. Paul, 0.3 miles)
• Lowertown www.lowertown.org (St. Paul, 1 mile)
• District del Sol (St. Paul) www.districtdelsol.com (St. Paul, 2 miles)
• Grand Avenue Saint Paul www.grandave.com (St. Paul, 3 miles)
• Saint Anthony Main www.stanthonymain.com/ (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• Lake Street (Minneapolis) www.visitlakestreet.com (Minneapolis, 9 miles)
• Midtown Global Market www.midtownglobalmarket.org (Minneapolis, 10 miles)
• Mall of America www.mallofamerica.com (Bloomington, 12 miles)
• Minneapolis Warehouse District www.mplswarehouse.com (Minneapolis, 13 miles)
• Downtown Stillwater www.ilovestillwater.com (Stillwater, 23 miles)
• The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes www.shoppesatarborlakes.com/ (Maple Grove, 26 miles)
• Woodbury Lakes www.woodburylakes.com (Woodbury, 11 miles)
• Albertville Premium Outlets www.premiumoutlets.com (Albertville, 42 miles)
• Rosedale Center www.myrosedale.com (Roseville, 10 miles)
• Galleria Shops of Distinction www.galleriaedina.com (Edina, 15 miles)
• Southdale Center www.simon.com/mall/?id=1249 (Edina, 15 miles)
• Minnesota State Fair (Begins August 23^rd) www.mnstatefair.org (St. Paul, 5.7 miles)The Minnesota State Fair is the state fair of the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its slogan is “The Great Minnesota Get-Together.” It is the 2nd largest fair in the United States, and the largest state fair in the United States in terms of average daily attendance.

VINEYARDS, WINE TASTING AND BREWERIES

• Summit Brewing Company www.summitbrewing.com (St. Paul, 3.1 miles)
• Surley Brewing Company www.surlybrewing.com (Brooklyn Center, 19.3 miles)
• Lift Bridge Brewery www.liftbridgebrewery.com (Stillwater, 18.9 miles)
• Flat Earth Brewing Company www.flatearthbrewing.com (St. Paul, 3.9 miles)
• Fulton Brewing Company www.fultonbeer.com (Minneapolis, 11.8 miles)
• St. Croix Vineyards www.scvwines.com (Stillwater, 18 miles)
• Northern Vineyards Winery www.northernvineyards.com (Stillwater, 23 miles)
• Alexis Bailly Vineyard www.abvwines.com (Hastings, 27 miles)
• Chateau St. Croix Winery and Vineyard  www.chateaustcroix.com/ (St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, 56 miles)

RECREATION

• Harriet Island Park www.stpaul.gov/index.aspx?NID=278 (St. Paul, 0.1 mile)
• Minnehaha Park www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&parkid=252 (Minneapolis, 8 miles)

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Explore Minnesota
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St. Croix Vineyards www.scvwines.com

We are one of Minnesota’s largest and most well known wineries. Our international award winning wines range from the intense, oak-aged Frontenac to our refreshing La Crescent Dessert Wine. Please visit and taste our wines, take a picturesque stroll in our vineyards. Tour our winery, listen to live music, enjoy our many events and picnic on tables overlooking our quiet pond.

Chateau St. Croix Winery and Vineyard  www.chateaustcroix.com/

A true appreciation for wine can be uncovered in the lush wine valleys of Europe, where history and tradition are as rich as the wine itself. It was within the Rhine Valley of Germany where Troy and Laura Chamberlin developed a love for all things wine. The Chamberlins lived in Egelsbach, Germany for several years while Troy served in the United States Air Force. The couple frequented wineries throughout Europe. Upon returning to Minnesota, Troy and Laura decided to bring the romance of the European wineries to the Midwest.
With a zealous vision and a passionate determination, the Chamberlins set forth to create their dream: bringing a European-style winery to the rolling hills of the St. Croix Valley. We are proud to introduce to you Chateau St. Croix, a winery created in the image of a European estate, complete with vineyards, a carriage house, stables, formal gardens and a fishing pond.

Saint Anthony Main www.stanthonymain.com/

This complex overlooks the Mississippi River and was once the center of the Village of St. Anthony. It has the oldest brick and stone buildings in the city, dating back to the 1850s. Today St. Anthony Main has been restored and houses unique restaurants such as Pracna on Main Historic Restaurant, Vic’s Tuggs Tavern, Aster coffee shop, and a 5 screen movie theater. It is also known for its festivals, community celebrations and summer concerts

Minneapolis Chain of Lakes www.minneapolisparks.org/grandrounds/map_CL1.htm

The Chain of Lakes, both a part of the Grand Rounds and one of Minneapolis’ most highly visited locations, is comprised of a number of parks along a chain of connecting lakes. A 13.3 mile biking/walking/jogging path encircles the entire Chain, providing a beautiful setting for activity

Taylors Falls Recreation/Wild Mountain www.wildmountain.com

Welcome to Wild Mountain/Taylors Falls Recreation, offering a tradition of year round outdoor family FUN! Nestled in the scenic St Croix Valley near the historic river town of Taylors Falls, MN you are minutes away from a vast array of fun and exciting activities. Come for a day, or pack your bags and stay a while – adventure awaits in every season!…

Trout Fishing

Southeast Minnesota

Fed by the cold water of natural springs, the valleys of southeastern Minnesota are an angler’s paradise, with more than 700 miles of trout streams. From “jump-across” sized streams with native brook trout, to larger rivers with brown trout approaching ten pounds, southeast Minnesota is worth the less than two hour drive from the Twin Cities. The MN DNR website has excellent maps of easement and public land locations, along with special regulations at www.dnr.state.mn.us/fishing/trout_streams/south_mn_maps.html . Best bets include Trout Run (map 4), Rush Creek and its tributaries (maps 5 and 8), and the Middle Branch of the Whitewater (map 7). Call the Lanesboro Area Fisheries Office for more information 507-467-2442. Guides: www.minnesotaflyfishing.com/ , www.minnesotatrout.com/, www.scottthorpeflyfishing.com/.

Western Wisconsin

Across the St. Croix  River, just a short 30-45 minute drive from St. Paul, are some of the best blue-ribbon trout streams in the Midwest. The Kinnickinic River flows through the town of River Falls, and excellent fishing can be found both upstream and downstream. Browns predominate at over 5000 fish per mile, but brookies are prevalent in tributaries such as Parker Creek and the South Fork of the Kinnickinic. Also worth exploring are the Trimbelle and Rush Rivers. Maps are at dnr.wi.gov/fish/species/trout/streammaps.html, select St. Croix or Pierce Counties. Guide: www.graygoatflyfishing.com/.

TWIN CITIES FISHING GUIDES

St. Croix R. and Upper Mississippi R.

Croixsippi Fishing Guide Service www.croixsippi.com

The Griz Fishing Guide www.fishwiththegriz.com

Mighty Musky Fishing Guide Service www.mightymusky.com

Lake Minnetonka Fishing Guides www.lakeminnetonkaguides.com

Monticello Shuttles www.monticelloshuttles.com

Flyfish Minnesota with Paul Hansen www.flyfishminnesota.com

St. Croix Fishing Guide Service www.playinghookymn.com

Lindy’s St. Croix River Guide Service lindyrig0.tripod.com/index.html

Muskie Breath Guide Service www.muskiebreath.com

Mille Lacs area angling opportunities and resorts

business.millelacs.com/list/category/resorts-lodges

Northern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin Fishing Opportunities & Guides

Duluth, MN (Lake Superior Charter Fishing)

1) Duluth Charter Fishing
218-348-BOAT (2628)
www.duluthcharterfishing.com/
half day: $420; full day: $620
Lake trout, walleye, and salmon

2) Lake Superior Fishing
218-390-4522
www.lakesuperiorfishing.com/
half day: $425; full day: $625
Lake trout and salmon

 

3) Adventure Sport Fishing
218-624-2553
www.fishinduluth.com/index.htm
half day: $380; full day: $520

Lake trout and salmon

Duluth, MN (St. Louis River and area lakes)

1)Nelson’s Guide and Charter Service
218-628-1681
www.stlouisriverguy.com/
St. Louis River

2) Walleye Waters Guide Service
218-590-9094
www.walleyewatersguide.com/
half day: $200; full day: $325
St. Louis River and Duluth area lakes

3) Wildwood Float Trips
(612) 723-7438
www.wildwoodfloattrips.com
Full day: $425
St. Louis R., St. Croix R., and Upper Mississippi R.

4)Northland Muskie Adventures Guide Service
Dustin Carlson and Adam LaPorte – 218-464-2379
Pete Brzezinski – 715-574-1813
Bob Benson – 715-642-2607
www.northlandmuskieadventures.com/
Half day: $250.00; Full day: $400.00

Brule River in Northwest WI
Fly by Night guide service
fbnguideservice.com/
ph: 218-390-0629
email:  info@fbnguideservice.com

Northern Minnesota Lake Vermilion, Island Lake and the St. Louis R.

Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior

1)North Shore Outdoors
Captain Kelly: 218-387-9764
Captain Darren: 866-663-9932
www.northshoreoutdoorsmn.com
Grand Marais Charter Boat, BWCA area lakes

2)Tofte Charters
Captain Darren: 866-663-9932
www.toftecharters.com
Half day: $375; Full day: $625
Harbor Cruise $60.00
Manitou Falls Cruise $225.00
Beaver Bay, Silver Bay, Schroeder, Tofte, Lutsen and Grand Marais

3)North Coast Charters and Tours
Captain Tom Muntean: 218-370-8830
www.northshorevisitor.com/charterfishing/
Half Day: $350 Full Day: $500
Two Harbors area

Northwestern Wisconsin

1)Hayward Fly Fishing Company
(715) 634-8149
www.haywardflyfishingcompany.com
full day: $395
Namekagon R., Chippewa R., Flambeau R.

2)Arrowhead Fly Angler
(218) 590-1712
www.arrowheadflyangler.com
full day: $275-$350
Bois Brule R. and Chequamegon Bay

3)Tanner Wildes Guide Service
(715) 462-4274
www.tannerwildes.com
half day: $215; full day: $350
Chippewa Flowage and St. Louis R.

4)Headwater Fly Fishing Company
(763) 493-5800
www.headwatersflyfishing.com
full day: $350; half day: $255

Northern Minnesota (Boundary Water Canoe …

Thanks to all for joining us in the Twin Cities!

Annual Meeting Supplement

Over 1,550 attended the 2012 Twin Cities Annual Meeting from 19 different countries, hosted by the
Minnesota Chapter AFS in partnership with the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The meeting focus was Fisheries Networks: Building Ecological, Social and Professional Relationships.

More than 1,000 oral and 165 poster presentations were given and 73 vendors were represented at the trade show. Three fantastic tours of local fisheries related projects and several well attended socials were enjoyed by many. By all accounts, a successful meeting. Thank you for your support.

As we look forward to next year, please check out www.AFS2013.com in Little Rock where we will “Prepare for the Challenges Ahead”!!!  

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