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10 Things To Do in the Willmar Lakes Area This Winter

Believe it or not, winter is the second-best season to visit the Willmar Lakes Area—and once you experience it, you just might agree. When the lakes freeze, the trails sparkle, and the calendar fills with seasonal events, the area transforms into a winter wonderland full of outdoor adventures...

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Willmar Lakes Area to Host 2018 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener

EXPLORE MINNESOTA – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE State of Minnesota Media contact: Alyssa Hayes (Ebel), Explore Minnesota, (O) 651-757-1857, (C) 651-276-8738, alyssa.hayes@state.mn.us, Twitter: @ExploreMN_PR Willmar Lakes Area to Host 2018 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener ST. PAUL, Minn. (May 13, 2017) —Next year's Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener will be held May 10-13 in Spicer...

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The possibilities are endless on our 30 recreational lakes…boating, swimming, fishing, water skiing, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, hydro biking, paddle boarding and so much more!

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Surrounded by beautiful lakes and scenery…who wouldn’t take a hike or a leisurely bike ride to enjoy the view? With miles of trials to choose from, you can always find new places to explore.

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