Opening Spring 2019 | Lake of the Woods Brewing Company

Lake of the Woods Brewing Co

LAKE OF THE WOODS BREWING COMPANY ANNOUNCES MINNESOTA BREWERY LOCATION
Warroad Minnesota to be the future site of new brewery and tasting room.

Lake of the Woods Brewing Company is proud to announce they are bringing craft beer back to (all of) Lake of the Woods, with a new brewery and tasting room opening in Warroad Minnesota, spring of 2019.

The original Lake of the Woods Brewing Company opened in 1898 in downtown Kenora Ontario Canada – along the north shore of Lake of the Woods in boundary waters territory. The Brewery thrived until 1954, when it was forced to close its doors due to consolidation and the emergence of large national breweries. With the re-opening of Lake of the Woods Brewing Company in Kenora in 2013, the goal was get craft beer into the hands of everyone on the Lake – both north and south of the 49th Parallel.

Now; five years later; construction has begun on a new brewery in Warroad Minnesota. The brewery will be located in downtown Warroad at 112 Main Avenue Northwest in the town’s old fire hall, a stone’s throw from the Warroad River and Lake of the Woods. The brewery is scheduled to be open in spring of 2019 and will be Minnesota’s northernmost brewery.

Lake of the Woods Brewing Company is excited to have partnered with local Minnesotan Eric Nerland to make this project happen. We all look forward to making great craft beer for the North – in both Canada and the United States.

“We want to service the lake and the lake is touched and surrounded by Minnesota, Manitoba and Ontario,” says Taras Manzie, President & CEO. “That’s sort of our wheelhouse. That’s our backyard. That’s where we’ll play and operate and work to develop communities.”

Look for Lake of the Woods Brewing Company opening soon on the south shore of the Lake: local craft, with local ownership – employing local brewers making small batch beer using regional ingredients; northern Minnesota proud!

“We are so excited to be bringing the Lake of the Woods Brewing Company history, brand and quality craft beer to Minnesota,” says Eric Nerland, President (U.S. Division). “Great times ahead for years to come! Cheers!”

Photo and article credit: Lake of the Woods Brewing Company

Rain, Snow or Shine 1st Annual October Festival remains a “Go” at The Point

The October Festival Planning committee wishes to assure the public that the 1st Annual October Festival remains a GO at The Point! Arrangements have been made to enclose tents & shelters and will be warmed with propane heat.   Only ONE small change to the program schedule. The Beer Tasting event will start at 7:00 PM on Friday, October 12th, rather than 6:00 PM. Please refer to schedule of events below. Youth groups – Warroad Robotics, Girl Scouts & Kidprenuer are providing food booths in the West Shelter. Reminder that kids’ activities are all FREE!

Buttons are required for ALL “Event Tent” activities and are available for purchase at the door. Buttons are $10 per person, maximum of 5 per family. Kids 5 and under are FREE!

Make plans to attend the 1st Annual October Festival today! See you at The POINT! For more information visit the Warroad Chamber facebook page.

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, October 12
5:00 PM  – Warroad Market, 18 local vendors – Open until 9PM
5:00 PM –  Kids Activities & Photoboothh FREE! @ the Shelters till 6PM
6:00 PM  – Tricia & the Toonies Family Fun Show @ The Event Tent (50 mins)
7:00 PM  – Beer Tasting @ The Event Tent – Featuring Revelation Ale, Fargo Brewing Co. and more!   Hear about Lake of the Woods Brewery’s plans for Warroad!
7:30 PM  – Live Music: Acoustc Hicks @ The Event Tent until 10PM
Saturday, October 13
10:00 AM  – Warroad Market, open until 4PM
11:00 AM –  Horse-drawn Wagon Rides @ The Pool parking lot – blankets provided! Ends at 2PM.
11:00 AM –  Kids Corn-hole Tourney begins @ The Corn Hole Tent!
11:00 AM – Tricia & the Toonies Family Fun Show @ The Event Tent (50 mins).
11:00 AM –  Kids Activities & Photobooth FREE!   @ the Shelters till 2PM
Noon – Backyard BBQ / Food Booths @ The West Shelter. Serving until 8PM or until food runs out – Warroad Robotics, Girls Scouts and Kidprenuer will all be serving delicious hot food and desserts!
1:00 PM  –  Adult Corn Hole Tourney @ The Corn Hole Tent!
2:00 PM  –  Tricia & the Toonies Family Fun Show @ The Event Tent (50 mins).
3:00 PM  –  Beer Gardens @ The Event Tent. Visit Lake of the Woods Brewery @ the “info” booth and  learn of their plans to open a taproom in Warroad!
4:00 PM  – Live Music: The High 48’s @ The Event Tent. Enjoy 2-hours of bluegrass music, ends at 6PM
7:00 PM –  Live Music: The KnightLighters @ The Event Tent. Country music till 9PM.

 

October Festival | October 12 & 13

It’s a time to celebrate the fall season and socialize with family, friends
and visitors alike and enjoy the great outdoors in a fun, unique way!

This first annual October Festival, held Oct. 12 & 13, will be held at The Point, near the shores of Lake of the Woods and will include live entertainment, food, kids and family activities, corn-hole tournament, beer gardens, the final weekend of the Warroad Market and more.

Line-up of Musical Entertainment Includes:
The Acoust Hicks, Friday 10/12 @7-9PM, an acoustic rock band from the local area
The High 48s, Saturday 10/13 @ 4-6PM, a popular bluegrass band from the Twin Cities
The Nightlighters, Saturday @ 7-9PM, a country band from the Northwest Angle

Family-friendly Activities Includes:
Tricia & The Toonies, Friday 10/12 & Saturday 10/13
Horse-drawn wagon rides, Saturday 10/13
Kids cornhole tournament from ages 6 to 17 – see flyer for more details
Adult cornhole tournament, age 18 on up – see flyer for details

Foodies – Come Hungry!

  • Saturday @ Noon – Backyard BBQ featuring pulled port sandwiches, Sponsored by the Warroad Robotics
  • Saturday @ 4-8PM, Backyard BBQ will feature Chile and soup — the Girls Scouts are partnering with the Women of Today to offer.
  • Bubble Tea will be served and more!

Over 21 Activities
Craft Beer Tasting, Friday 10/12
Beer Garden, Saturday 10/13

Entrance fee is $10 per person, kids age 5 under get in free. Advance sales of October Festival Buttons can be purchased at Doug’s Supermarket, Marvin Home Center, DD Hub, Warroad Liquor Store, Bloomin’ Creations, Main Street Bar & Grill, & Security State Bank. Get yours early so you don’t have to wait in line at the gate! Some activities will have separate registration fees to participate.

The October Festival was co-created and designed among three non-profit groups – The Warroad Chamber of Commerce, Warroad Community Partners, and the Warroad Women of Today with the idea of building a stronger community together!

Cornhole Tournament Registration!
Click below to register (fees apply):

Country Corn Maze | Cows in the Corn

Get lost in Warroad at the Country Corn Maze and experience a weekend away from it all up north making memories with the family.

August 24 – Oct. 13, 2018: Fridays, Saturdays, Labor Day, Columbus Day (Canadian Thanksgiving) from 1 – 10 pm.
Other days by appointment for groups of 30 or more.

Admission includes as many trips through the maze as you desire, hayrides, bale castle, mazeyard activities, campfires, and more

Pricing:
Preschool – FREE
5-12 Year Olds – $6.00
13 and Older – $8.00
Family Rate – $30.00
Large Group Rate – $5.00 per person for groups of 30 or more or minimum of $150.00 for groups less than 30. Must be prearranged.

New this year… “The Rustler’s Den” Escape Room

Go back in time to 1895. Sneak into the rustler’s den. Find the gold and get out of there quick before the rustler’s get back! It’s an immersive game where you find clues and solve puzzles to accomplish your mission. Here are the things you will want to know:

The “Rustler’s Den” is a child-friendly room. It is not scary and older children will enjoy it. However, you must have an adult to go through the room. We have found that while children 8+ enjoy the room, they will not escape without at least two adults working with them.
The best size group is 4-6. You are welcome to do it with only three but it will be difficult to accomplish. You can do it with 7+ but the room will be crowded and make it more difficult. It’s up to you though!

Photo credit: Country Corn Maze

Streiff Sporting Goods’ 19th Annual Fishing Tournament

Fishing Boat Rentals Lake of the Woods | Warroad, MN
  • Tournament limited to 125 boats
  • Prizes totaling over $25,000
  • Registration is open to the general public
  • Click here to print the 2018 registration form

Applications can be submitted in person or via email to info@streiffs.com, sent via fax to 218-386-1251 or by calling 218-386-2590.  Payment must accompany your registration form.

4th of July Non-Profit or Activity Booth Application

Interested in being a vendor at the 2018 July 4th Festival in Warroad?  The first 5 to complete & turn in their application will qualify for $200 stipend to assist with booth expenses (stipend is for non-profit or activity booths).

Requirements:

1. Booth must be approved in advance by the Warroad Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director or the board of directors.

2. The application form must be filled out in its entirety in advance of the event.

3. Vendor is responsible for setup and teardown and bears all responsibility for their own products.

Click here to print the application.

Return completed form to:

Warroad Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 551
Warroad, MN 56763

Camping in Warroad

Camping Warroad, MN

Rustic campsites, RVs sites with full hook-up, or tenting near Lake of the Woods – we’ve got it all in Warroad! Between the natural beauty of Northern MN, the endless outdoor activities, s’mores and northern lights, your days & nights will be filled with endless adventures.

Begin your days with your morning cup of coffee in hand as you decide what adventures you’ll plan for the day…

LAKE OF THE WOODS – Spend time relaxing in the sand, taking a long walk on the beach, a refreshing swim in Lake of the Woods, or fishing from the dock. If you are looking for more adventure, the river & lake are perfect for canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. If you prefer, you can rent a boat or charter a fishing expedition for the day. After a day on the lake, plan a fish fry over the fire with your days catch while telling fishing tales during the evening meal! Maybe even take in a sunset cruise.

BIKING – Bring the bikes because Warroad offers plenty of bike paths to explore. From downtown to Warroad Point Park, to Lake of the Woods, our trails are fun for the whole family. Explore the trails and the beauty of the north. Stop and smell the flowers, climb the tower, enjoy a picnic lunch, stop and let the kids play at one of the local playgrounds or take a swim in our sand bottom pool. If you’re looking for a bigger challenge, grab your GPS and head out to the Beltrami State.

Didn’t bring your bike. No worries. Doc’s Harbor Inn rents bikes. Call them at 218-452-3302 to reserve a bike for an hour or the day.

CLASSIC CARS – If you love classic cars, you’ll want to schedule a visit to The Shed, a twenty-four thousand square foot building with 99 classic cars. Visitors from all over the world make plans to see this car collection. Because the Shed is a private collection, there are no set hours. If you’d like to take a tour, all you need to do is “call the house” at (218) 386-2485.

THEATRE – During the summer months, guests have a chance to see Warroad Summer Theatre perform different productions.  For reservations or information, call 218-386-3435 or click here.

SHOPPING – Whether you are looking for that perfect gift, a souvenir from your vacation or the perfect antique, you will find something for everyone inside our stores.

HIKING – Beltrami Island State Forest is a beautiful place to hike and become one with nature without too many other people around.

GOLFING – Don’t forget your clubs! Only in Warroad can you say you’ve golfed on a green shaped as the state of Minnesota.

GAMING – The hottest gaming destination of the north is located here in Warroad. Seven Clans Casino offers slots, poker, & blackjack.

Remember, there is no schedule and no rushing when visiting us. Sit back, relax, and rejuvenate.

Check out some of our local campgrounds by clicking here.