SECTION FOUR
PHOTO CREDIT: KRISSIE MASON
2017 AGLOW COMPANION TRIPS, LAKE OF THE WOODS STY LE
Tuesday. Rainy River / Baudette Adventure Day.
From Sportsman’s Lodge, boat 12 miles via the Rainy River to Baudette, MN. Along the way there is a variety of
fall colors, wildlife, nice houses and a variety of resorts. One side of the river is Canada, the other the U.S. Once in
Baudette, catch a short shuttle to the Depot, a renovated train station with history and charm. After a quick stop,
travel down main street as you move on to your next stop, the Lake of the Woods Historical Society. This museum
is rich in artifacts depicting life in this border town from years past.
After a fun filled morning, enjoy a nice lunch northern MN style. After lunch, travel a short distance to a local
church in which you will enjoy some local ladies sharing their skill and knowledge of lefsa making. This Scandina-
vian food is a delicacy and very sought after in these parts.
Participants can let it all soak in while enjoying the return trip back to Sportsman’s Lodge with plenty of time to
freshen up before evening activities.
Wednesday. Experience Warroad.
Take a short 35 minute shuttle to Warroad where you will start out with a scenic boat ride up the Warroad River
planned for the morning. After a informative and relaxing boat tour on this picturesque river, enjoy a luncheon at
Doc’s Harbor Inn, a beautiful Victorian home located along the banks of the Warroad River. Following lunch, get
ready for some unique boutiques and cute shops while enjoying a ladies afternoon of shopping.
Thursday. Walleyes and Art!
That’s right, we are going to mix it up. In the morning, board a charter boats fully loaded with everything you need
to catch what Lake of the Woods is famous for, the Walleye. Fish the morning, get some good pics to make the guys
jealous and return for a nice lunch. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon activity of painting. While sipping on your
favorite beverage on the banks of Lake of the Woods, learn the finer points of painting and actually create your own
work of art. Shuttles will return to Sportsman’s Lodge by 3:30pm.
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