Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes, but truthfully it's more like 11,842 lakes. So, it probably wouldn't surprise you that lake culture is huge in the summertime. Minnesota is also a land soaked in rich Nordic and Germanic culture as many of the people who settled there are of Norwegian, Swedish, and German decent. It is also the home of Arrowwood Resort.
Arrowwood Resort is an awesome family haven filled with tons of fun all year round. During the summer there are many kid's activities just waiting to be explored.
Located in Alexandria, Minnesota, the resort has a variety of accommodations that will meet many people's needs from cottages to guest rooms & suites and even town homes.
Read on for things you can get up to in Alexandria, Minnesota, this summer.
1. Water Park - Their water park has three 4-story-tall water slides, a lazy river, and a whirlpool spa. There is also a children's play fort with water geysers and blasters, a basketball shootout area, and a lily pad water walk, just to name a few.
Other things to do in Alexandria:
1. Water Park - Their water park has three 4-story-tall water slides, a lazy river, and a whirlpool spa. There is also a children's play fort with water geysers and blasters, a basketball shootout area, and a lily pad water walk, just to name a few.
2. Horseback Riding - Do you and your children love horse back rides? They have trail rides and even group or private lessons. Check out their horse stables.
3. Campfire & Roasted Marshmallows - They set up the fire pit every night. All you have to do is go there and partake in memorable family conversations and the yummy smores. Easy and fun!
4. Lake Activities - Want to teach your kids how to fish? Or how about taking a canoe or a few kayaks out onto the lake?
5. Outdoor Pool - Relax by the outdoor pool as you listen to music and read a good book, while the kids swim. You don't have to travel far for lunch as the Deck Bar and Grill is amazing and very close to the outdoor pool.
Other things to do in Alexandria:
- The Runestone Museum - Throughout the summer they have people dressed up in outfits from days long past. It is a great interactive way for kids to learn more about the country they call home. It is believed that Vikings came to Minnesota a long time ago. A runestone (which can be found at this museum) was found on a Minnesota man's land in 1898.
- Ole (Owe-ly) the Giant Viking Statue - Minnesotan's are very proud of their Nordic heritage. Ole is just one example of this.
Minnesota Facts:
State Bird: Loon
State Flower: Ladyslipper
State Fish: Walleye
Capital: St. Paul
Meaning of Minnesota: A Dakota Sioux Indian word for "cloudy water" or "sky water" probably referring to the rivers.
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