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General Information
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 Camping in Voyageurs National Park
Camp by motorboat, houseboat or canoe in beautiful Voyageurs National Park at any of the 200 water accessible campsites. Campsites, free of charge and on a first come, first-served basis, offer picnic tables, fire rings and tent pads – to name a few items. Permit required (free). Call (218) 283-6600 or (218) 286-5258..
Boat Cruises -Several different boat cruises. See bald eagles, osprey, loons and other wildlife commonly seen.
For more information call (800) FALLS-MN or (888) 381-2873. Limited cruises available. To check out one of the fun tours, visit
http://www.squidoo.com/rainy-lake-gold-mines.
Naturalist-Guided Activities
Kabetogama, Ash River and Rainy Lake visitor centers offer canoe voyages, nature walks and a “Kids Explore Voyageurs” program Call (218) 286-5258.
Kettle Falls Experience
Historic Kettle Falls Hotel, in existence since 1913, is accessible only by boat or ferry service. Experience the crooked floor in the bar, good food or a scenic view from the dam which controls the lake levels. Your stay, whether it is a day or weekend, will be a pleasurable experience. Contact the Chamber of Commerce (800) 325-5766.
Fishing
Walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike and crappie are all prized game fish in Rainy Lake, and it is an excellent fishery. An update is posted weekly at http://www.rainylake.org
Museums
The Koochiching Museum and Bronko Nagurski Annex are open daily and admissions vary. The museums are located in Smokey Bear Park on 6th Avenue at 3rd Street. 283 4316
Beaches
The International Falls City Beach and Ranier Beach are great places to catch some sun and take a swim, both are accessible by taking county road 20 through the village of Ranier.
Fall Colors
Forestry roads in Koochiching County offer scenic color tours, expect colors to change from mid September to Mid October. Touring Rainy Lake by boat will provide some stunning scenery as well. To learn more about a fun fall color trip, visit http://www.squidoo.com/daytriptothelost40
 Hunting
Koochiching County is a popular area for Bear Hunting and there are guide services available. Small game season provides an opportunity to hunt ruffed and spruce grouse, plus it’s possible to hunt woodcock waterfowl and whitetail deer. To check out some info on hunting, go to http://www.squidoo.com/grouse-hunting
Things to Do
There are many things to see and do in the area, and a website that has tons of photos and fun information can be found at http://www.squidoo.com/things-to-do-RL
What About Winter?
Snow brings the opportunity to snowmobile, cross country ski or snowshoe to experience the northland beauty. Rainy Lake is great for ice fishing, especially with portable gear, however, there are ice roads plowed in many areas for larger ice houses and several resorts offer ice fishing packages.
Icebox Days in January each year offers quite a variety of family oriented fun events and features the “Freeze Yer Gizzard Blizzard Run” an over 30 year old race event that draws well over 200 hardy runners each year. For the truly hardy, the Arrowhead 135 starts in International Falls and ends 135 miles away near Tower. Participants can bike, hike or ski the trail and need to prove they are prepared for this event.
Wildlife Observation
Enjoy the sightings of such wildlife animals as the bald eagles, osprey, loons, gulls, blue herons, moose, beaver, wolves, deer and more.
Paper Mill Tours
Boise Paper offers interesting hour-long tours June through August, Monday through Friday, 8:30am., 11:00am., and1:30pm., No Admission fee, no children under 10 and reservations are appreciated. 218 285 5011.
Wildlife Museum
Located at Sportsman’s Service on highway 53, the exhibits include over 100 birds and 50 animals. Admission is $1.00 adults and .50 children.
Falls Country Club
An 18-hole championship course situated on the Rainy River with spectacular views into Canada. PGA golf professional, pro shop, practice range, bar and grill. Information, 218 283 4491.
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January 2013
January 27, 2013
Border Concert
Backus Community Center, information 218-285-7225
January 27, 2013
Annual pre-race spaghetti feed
St. Thomas Hall, information, 218-285-7225
January 28, 2013
Arrowhead 135
Annual winter endurance event starts in International Falls. Racers continue on to Tower to complete a 135 mile race on foot, bicycle or ski. Information, www.arrowheadultra.com
January 29, 2013
Arrowhead Ultra Day II
Winter endurance race continues, participants from 15 U.S. States and 7 other countries.
January 30, 2013
Arrowhead Ultra concludes
Race ends, prizes and trophies awarded.
February 2013
February 6, 2013
All School Music Festival
Daylong events with concert at 1:30pm
Information 218-285-7225.
February 9, 2013
A Chocolate Affair
Event for chocolate lovers everywhere, Backus Community Center. Information 218-285-7225.
February 16, 2013
Radar Run for Cancer
Support cancer fundraising at a fun timed speed run, Thunderbird Lodge 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Information 218-286-3151.
February 25, 2013
Library Documentary Night
Great documentaries at Backus Community Center
Information 218-285-7225.
February 17, 2013
Jeff Mausolf Shelter Dedication
New trail shelter dedicated in honor of Jeff Mausolf, 11:00am on Arrowhead/Hagerman Trails.
Information, 218-282-9400
March 2013
March 1, 2013
Border Concert: Fierstein Trio
Evening entertainment at Backus Community Center.
Information 218-285-7225
March 3, 2013
IVSC Annual Hot Dog Roast
Annual warm-up, eat and greet event, Arrowhead/Hagerman trail head, sponsored by International Voyageurs Snowmobile Club.
Information 218-283-9400.
March 15, 2013
Old timers Hockey Tournament
Kerry Park Arena, Information 218-283-9400
March 16, 2013
Old Timers Tournament Ends
Kerry Park Arena, Information 218-283-9400
March 25, 2013
Library Documentary Night
Great documentaries at Backus Community Center
218-285-7225
April 2, 2013
Border Concert: New Odyssey
Evening entertainment, Backus Community Center.
Information 218-285-7225.
April 14, 2013
Border Waters Walleye closes
pecial regulations allow Rainy River and Rainy Lake open season to remain open until mid-April allowing for latest ice fishing and earlies open water fishing in the state. Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass remain open continuously.
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May 11, 2013
Minnesota Walleye opens
The annual walleye season opener is always a great time to fish Rainy Lake and Voyageurs National Park.
Information 218-283-9400.
June 15, 2013
Leo Noonan Cup Rendezvous Yacht Club event, La Place Rendezvous, Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada
June 29, 2013
Sandpoint Island Race Rendezvous Yacht Club, Thunderbird Lodge, International Falls
July 2013
July 1, 2013
Canada Day
Celebrations in sister-city Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada include evening fireworks. 218-283-9400.
July 2, 2013
International Tug-of-War
Annual event pits US/Canadian teams in a pull over the Rainy River. Information, 218-283-9400
July 4, 2013
Fourth of July
Annual events include parades, street dances and fireworks. Information 218-283-9400.
July 4, 2013
Falls Kart Club Races. Rainy Lake Oil Raceway, Highway 332.
July 13, 2013
Mermaid Rock Regatta, Rendezvous Yacht Club, Thunderbird Lodge, International Falls.
July 14, 2013
The Ride Across Minnesota
Annual bike ride and fundraiser for Multiple Sclerosis kicks off in International Falls. 218-283-9400.
July 20, 2013
Riverfest, Irvin Anderson Amphitheater. Afternoon into evening. Four tribute bands perform at the riverside venue. Spin Drift honors Rush, A Hard Days Night features Beatles tunes, Freebird is a Leonard Skynrd tribute band and Arch Allies feature the music of Journey, STYX and REO. Information, call 218-283-9400.
August 3, 2013
Kettle Falls race, Rendezvous Yacht Club, Thunderbird Lodge, International Falls
August 4, 2013
Kettle Falls Cruise, Rendezvous Yacht Club
August 10, 2013
Community Sail during Ranier Days
August 22, 2013
Int’l Falls Bass Championship
Annual fishing tournament starts with a boat parade, also beginning today, entertainment events in Smokey Bear Park. Information 218-283-9400
August 23, 2013
IFBC Day 1
Tournament starts with half the field fishing Rainy River and the other half fishing Rainy Lake.
August 24, 2013
IFBC Day 2
Teams switch from the River to the Lake and the afternoon weigh-in will reveal the overall winning team.
Information 218-283-4900.
August 24, 2013
Wells Fargo Falls Classic, Rendezvous Yacht Club, Five Mile Dock, Fort Frances, Ontario
Sept. 1, 2013
Labor Day Cruise, Rendezvous Yacht Club
Sept. 14, 2013
Pumpkin Cup, Rendezvous Yacht Club race, La Place Rendezvous, Fort Frances, Ontario
Sept. 22, 2013
Fall Cruise, Rendezvous Yacht Club
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Questions? Contact Us:
International Falls, Ranier and Rainy Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau
Pete Schultz, Director
301 2nd Ave., International Falls, Mn 56649
1 800 FallsMN (1- 800-325-5766)
cvb@rainylake.org
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