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    • Chatfield
    • Fountain
    • Preston
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    • Lanesboro
    • Whalan
    • Peterson
    • Rushford Village
    • Rushford
    • Houston
    • La Crescent
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S & A Petroleum – Houston BP
801 E Cedar St,
Houston
Directions

24-Hour Pay at the Pump & Convenience Store
93 Octane available | Diesel | Farm Diesel (Mabel & Houston Only)
Propane Exchange - ATM - Lottery - Worms - Camping Supplies - Ice - Beer - Firewood - BP Rewards

Phone
507 896-3000
Website
sapetroleum.net
Serenity Family Chiropractic
Preston

Chiropractor - Whole body health and wellness for the whole family.
133 Fillmore St W

Phone
507 564-2116
Website
serenityfamilychiropractic.janeapp.com
Servais Tile & Stone
900 Reservoir Rd.,
Rushford
Directions

Specializing in both residential and commercial work from small projects, remodels, kitchen, bath, outdoor living, new construction, on up to large commercial jobs, with many in healthcare, education, and food service industries.

Phone
507-864-4000
Website
servaistileandstone.com
Solberg Welding
345 2nd Ave. NW
Harmony

We manufacture and repair metal; we will handle jobs of all sizes from small to large. We have metal available for your needs. We will help you with all your metal projects.

Phone
507-886-4602
Website
www.solbergwelding.net
Sons of Norway – Heimbygda Lodge
200 Parkway Ave S,
Lanesboro
Directions

Open year-round. Newly renovated rental available for groups and family gatherings. Full catering kitchen. Two bathrooms, one ADA accessible. Capacity: 100 or 72 at tables. Call for rates.

Phone
507-467-0100
Website
business.lanesboro.com
Splish Splash Auto Bath
23 S Chestnut St,
La Crescent
Directions

Self-service car wash, including one touch-free bay.

Phone
608 792-6337
St. Columban’s Catholic Church
Preston
Phone
507-765-3886
Website
www.holyfamilyfillmoreco.org
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Rushford

The Hart country church with the love of Jesus. 9:00 a.m. Sunday School and 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Phone
507-864-2585
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Rushford

Catholic church

Phone
507-864-2257
Website
rootrivercatholics.com
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
Rushford

Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod. Worship Service Sunday mornings at 8:30 and Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.

Phone
507-864-7111
State Farm – Honor DiDonato
306 Main St # 2,
La Crescent
Directions

Insurance and Financial Services.

Phone
507 895-8424
Website
www.planwithhonor.com
Steve Harris, Writer
Lanesboro

Steve Harris, author of "Lanesboro, Minnesota," is a writer and is available for freelance contract work.

Phone
952 836-7904
Studio OneSeven
302 S Mill St,
Rushford

Photography and Videography

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Susan Riggott – Edina Reality

I want you to look to me as your trusted adviser. When you work with me, you will be backed by my expertise and insights, as well as the support, visibility and networking capabilities of Edina Realty

Phone
507 273-9917
Website
www.edinarealty.com/susan-riggott-realtor

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Chatfield

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CHATFIELD WEATHER

Contact
Chatfield Community Alliance
info@chatfieldmn.org
www.chatfieldmn.org

Welcome Center
City Park
325 Main Street
Chatfield, MN

Fountain

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www.Fountainmn.org
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FOUNTAIN WEATHER

Contact
Fountain City Office
104 Main Street, P.O. Box 115
Fountain, MN 55935
507-268-4923
www.fountainmn.org

Preston

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PRESTON WEATHER

Contact
Preston Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 123
Preston, MN 55965
507-765-2153
www.prestonmnchamber.com

Preston Tourism
PO Box 657
Preston, MN 55965
507-765-2153

Get Hooked On Preston, MN

Harmony

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www.ExploreHarmony.com
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HARMONY WEATHER

Contact
Harmony Visitor Center
15 2nd Street NW
Harmony, MN 55939
877-251-0606
www.exploreharmony.com

Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce

Lanesboro

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LANESBORO WEATHER

Contact
Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce
100 Milwaukee Road
Lanesboro, MN 55949
507-467-2696
www.lanesboro.com

Lanesboro, Minnesota in Fillmore County

Whalan

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WHALAN WEATHER

 

Peterson

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PETERSON WEATHER

Contact
Peterson
PO Box 67
Peterson, MN 55962
507-875-2222
petersonmn.org

Peterson, MN

Rushford Village

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www.RushfordPetersonValley.com
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RUSHFORD VILLAGE WEATHER

Contact
Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 338
Rushford, MN 55971
507-864-3338
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce

Rushford

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www.RushfordPetersonValley.com
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RUSHFORD WEATHER

Contact
Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 338
Rushford, MN 55971
507-864-3338
www.rushfordpetersonvalley.com

Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce

Houston

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www.HoustonMnChamber.com
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HOUSTON WEATHER

Contact
Houston Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 3
Houston, MN 55943
507-896-4033
www.houstonmnchamber.com

Houston Area Chamber of Commerce

La Crescent

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www.explorelacrescent.com
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LA CRESCENT WEATHER

Contact

La Crescent Visitor Center
111 S Walnut St Suite B,
La Crescent, MN 55947
(507) 895-2800
chamber@explorelacrescent.com

Dresbach Welcome Center
33020 Highway 61
La Crescent, MN 55947

La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism

La Crescent MN Summer Concert Series

La Crescent Apple Blossom Bike Tour

Applefest

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Sharing the Trail with Others

  • Stay on designated trail.
  • Keep to the right so others can pass.
  • Keep all pets on leash, and dispose of pet waste.
  • Obey traffic signs and rules.
  • Pack out all garbage and litter.
  • Respect adjoining landowners’ rights and privacy.
  • Warn other trail users when passing by giving an audible signal.
  • Overnight camping and campfires are permitted only in designated campsites. Never leave campfires unattended.
  • Enjoy the beauty of wild plants and animals, but leave them undisturbed for all to enjoy.
  • Trail users are legally responsible for obeying the rules and regulations provided in Minnesota Rules, 6100.3000.
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Cross Country Skiing Information


Ski Rental is available at Cedar Valley Resort in Whalan. Rentals are first come first serve. Call 507-467-9000 or visit cedarvalleyresort.com for more information.


Ski and Snowshoe Classes are offered at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro. Call 507-467-2437 or visit eaglebluffmn.org for more information.

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