Carrington

Guide

RECREATION: Carrington, North Dakota

Carrington

Scenes

ADVERTISE YOUR

BUSINESS HERE:

3rd Annual"Walk-the-Talk"
Toastmasters Bald Eagle
5/10K Run/Walk
Saturday, August 21
Register: 7:00 AM
Race Time: 8:00 AM
CrossRoads Golf Course
Carrington

     If you love to run or walk, don't miss the Toastmasters' competitive Run/Walk event that is coming up in August! There will be several categories to participate in:
~ 5/10K Competitive Run
~ 5K Competitive Walk
~ 5K Non-Competitive Walk
~ Youth run after 5\10K
     The entry fee is $20 if you register by August 1st. Otherwise, it will be $25 at the day of the event. The contest is open to adults and teenagers, and the fee includes a t-shirt. So, get out your running/ walking shoes and get ready for this FUN event!!
     Click here for a Pre-Registration Form. Print it, fill it out, and turn it in to Curt Klein at the High-Way Drive In (Co-Sponsor for the event). For more information, contact Greg Endres at 652-3371.

ARCHIVES:

~ Arts & Crafts

Showcase/2009

~ Autumn Pictures

~ Brats &

Bluegrass at the

Putnam House

~ Cabin Fever

Quilt Show -

2010

~ CHC Auxiliary

Appreciation

Dinner

~ CHC Auxiliary

Blood Drive

~ CHC Quilt Art

Display

~ Christmas in July

~ Christmas Lights

~ Dealing with

Snow - 2010

~ Falcons at Home

in Carrington

~ Farmers

~ FCE Luncheon

~ Foster County

Fair -

2008

2009

~ Heinley Car

Auction

~ Junk Fest - 2008

2009

~ Library Open

House

~ Livestock

Auction -

2008

~ Putnam House

Soup Bowl -

2009

~ Putnam House

Wine Tasting

~ Roughrider

Rodeo

~ School Fair

~ Steam Threshers

Reunion - 2009

~ TableScapes

~ Taco-In-A-Bag

~ Town Meeting:

Senator Conrad

~ Tractor Trek -

2008

~ Waggin' Tails

Dog Show - 2008

~ Winter Scenes

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FISHING

Popular Fish in the North Dakota Lakes, Streams and Refuge Areas

North Dakota Recreation Report: Fishing report from the Jamestown Sun...

North Dakota Game and Fish Department North Dakota's public fishing waters range from small impoundments to large river systems and reservoirs. They offer anglers many opportunities to pursue their favorite fish.

North Dakota 2008-2010 Fishing Guide - For the period April 1, 2008 - March 31, 2010 Check out North Dakota's official portal for the Fish and Game Department. It contains a multitude of valuable information for people wishing to fish in the state...including all fishing and boating regulations.

FishingBuddy.Com Up-to-date Devil's Lake Fishing Report.... Reports for other North Dakota lakes are available at this website. Ongoing comments from fishermen on the spot!

Red River Angler's Guide The Red River is internationally known for its trophy-sized channel catfish.

HUNTING

Hunting in North Dakota: Licensing, seasons, species information, hunter education...

NoDakOutdoors.Com: Nodak Outdoors is a growing source of information on big game and deer hunting. From the time the archery season opens and the elk start bugling to the last days of the rut, there's plenty of information to learn and share here.

The Bison Ranch The Bison Ranch is a premier destination for buffalo, duck, goose, deer, sharptail grouse, pheasant, and coyote hunting in the coveted Coteau region of central North Dakota. In addition, it is home to a vast herd of American bison in a primitive setting.

BIRDING

Arrowwood Wetland Management District was established in 1961 as a breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The District currently includes 28 Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) totaling 6,162 acres across Foster and Eddy counties in east-central North Dakota. The Refuge headquarters is located 26 miles north of Jamestown and about 23 miles south of Carrington. From Jamestown, travel north on Highway 281 to Edmunds. At Edmunds, go east on County Road 44 for 5.5 miles and turn north on the headquarters road. From Carrington, travel south on Highway 281 to Edmunds. Turn east on County Road 44 for 5.5 miles, and turn north on the headquarters road. There are signs on Highway 281 and County Road 44 directing visitors to the headquarters. Foster County Waterfowl Production Area

Maps

Birding In North Dakota Visit this website for a list of birding locations that are considered to be "hot spots" for birders. These locations are swarming with birds at various times during the year. Two of the "hot spots" near Carrington are Hawk's Nest and Juanita Lake. More Info...

THE BIRDING FESTIVAL
RETURNS TO CARRINGTON THIS SUMMER!

Don't miss the next Potholes & Prairie Birding Festival, June 9-13, 2010, in Carrington, ND. Four days on a prairie wild with wetlands and wavy, open meadows. Here is your chance to visit some of the world's most remote birding hotspots. Join your peers, bring your lists and be ready for four full days of guided tours, hands-on workshops, wonderful people, distinctive culture and wild country. If you live out of the area, you might want to go to their website, sign up now, and register for rooms in the area because this is a VERY popular event!

BOWLING

Central City Lanes is located at 890 Main Street in Carrington. If you are interested in being on a league, please call 652-3800. Monday/Wednesday: Women's League - Tuesday/Thursday: Men's League - Sunday Mixed League - Starts at 7pm.

GOLFING

CrossRoads 18 Hole Golf Course & Recreation Parkway
This is a beautiful, challenging golf course located one mile north of Carrington on Hwy 281. A scenic 5 mile recreation trail for walking, jogging, bike riding and cross-country skiing trail is connected to CrossRoads.

ROLLER SKATING at the Armory

October 23rd, 2009 - April 9th, 2010

Roller Skating at Carrington Armory: This is a great place to exercise and have fun on Friday nights from October through April. Just remember, all roller blades need to have soft or urethane wheels. Skating for beginners will be from 6-7pm, and from 7-9pm for 1st graders to adults. Skating is scheduled for every Friday evening through April 9th EXCEPT for November 7h, November 27th, December 25th, January 1st, February 26th and April 2nd. For more information, call Treckers: 251-1177 or 285-3581.

SNOWMOBILING - SKIING

Snowmobile North Dakota is a state organization made up of snowmobile clubs and individuals / family and business memberships. The organization is composed of 45 clubs, 1,000+ individual / family memberships, and 30+ business memberships. Take a look at the trails that are available for family fun.

Bottineau Winter Park We have something for everyone. Enjoy your day skiing or snowboarding on a wide variety of terrain from the beginner's Southside area to ungroomed expert glade runs and race courses, with skiing and riding for all abilities at very affordable prices. Five lifts will speed you to the top to choose from 9 trails while you take in the views of the Turtle Mountain Region. Our exceptionally friendly staff greets you with smiles and has a full calendar of events every week to make your visit fun for your entire family.

Bear's Den Mountain Bear's Den Mountain Ski Resort is located in the beautiful Sheyenne River Valley of Fort Ransom, North Dakota, 75 miles southwest of Fargo and 30 miles south of Valley City. We
offer 290 vertical/runs to 2000 feet with natural and manmade snow. Ski or snowboard all season at Bear's Den Mountain where our runs are groomed daily.

Huff Hills Ski Area will be opening for it's 15th season of winter fun on Saturday, December 20th!! Located 16 miles south of Bismarck/Mandan, ND, the ski area, which opened in 1993, is North Dakota's largest. It is located on the western slope of the Missouri River, and offers skiing and snowboarding in a great family environment.

Frostfire Pembina River Gorge Ski and Snowboard Area: Frost Fire Facts: Lifts...Triple Chair - Double Chair / Vertical...
350 foot vertical drop / Snowmaking...100% snowmaking coverage / Slopes...2 Beginner - 4 Intermediate - 4 Advanced / Terrain Park... rails - table top curbs - fun boxes / Half Pipe / Tubing Area

SUMMER SWIMMING IN THE PARK

May 31st - August 20th - 2010

Regular pool hours for open swimming will be every day from 1-4:45pm and 7-9:40pm on Monday -Saturday. Adult only swimming is from 5-6pm Monday - Friday. Family Night is Sunday evening from 6:30-8:30pm, and parents must be present in the pool with their children.

Season Ticket Rates: Family - $120 / Single - $60

Single Admissions: Children 14 & Under - $3 / Adults - $4

Wading Pool - $2

Summer Fun at Carrington Swimming Pool

City of Carrington Park Activities - 2010

Summer Recreation Registration: Eric Hewitt, Director

Boys' T-Ball: Ages 6-8 (MWTh) - Starts June 8th, 8:30-9:30am - $35

Boys' Squirts: Ages 9-10 (MTWTH) - Starts June 7th, 9:30-10:45am - $55

Boys' Cal Ripken: Ages 11-12 (MTWTH) - Starts June 7th, 10:45am-12:15pm - $60

Boys' Babe Ruth: Ages 13-15 (M-F) 5:30-7pm, Start date TBA - $75 plus $20 uniform deposit

Girls' T-Ball: Ages 6-8 (MWTh) - Starts June 8th, 8:30-9:30am - $35

Girls' Softball: Ages 9-13 (MTWTH) - Starts June 7th, 9:30-11am - $60

Note: Anyone participating in T-Ball, Squirts, Cal Ripken or girls' softball will need to purchase a pants and hat at Creative Treasures. T-shirts will be provided.

Park Picnic Shelter Information

Reservations: Call 701-652-6220.

Picnic Shelter Rental: $35

Alcohol Permit: $20

The Carrington Park Board has established a policy whereby alcohol consumption is allowed only at the large picnic shelters with the purchase of a permit. The permit is available at a cost of $20 in conjunction with the rental of the shelter.

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Devils Lake Fishing Tournaments

Click here for Devil's Lake Fishing Report.

FLW Fishing Tournament
Thursday, July 29th 2010
12:00AM - 12:00AM
Woodland Resort
1012 Woodland Drive
Devils Lake
Contact: Suzie Baisch
Phone: 701-662-4903

See a Schedule of Events at the Devil's Lake Chamber of Commerce website.

Call Chamber of Commerce at 701-662-4903 or toll free at 800-233-8048 for more information.

North Dakota

Sports Info

North Dakota OUTDOORS Calendar

     The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is taking orders for its North Dakota OUTDOORS calendar, the official source for all hunting season and application dates for 2010. Along with outstanding color photographs of North Dakota wildlife and scenery, it also includes sunrise-sunset times and moon phases.

     To order, send $3 for each, plus $1 postage, to: Calendar, North Dakota Game and Fish Department, 100 N. Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501-5095. Be sure to include a three-line return address with your order, or the post office may not deliver our return mailing.

     The calendar is the North Dakota OUTDOORS magazine’s December issue, so current subscribers will automatically receive it in the mail. More Info...