"Here is a beautiful view of Lake Minnewaska in the early Spring season (leaves still haven't sprouted) I took with friends from UMM-Morris, Minnesota."
-Parade @1pm-3pm
*biggest and best parade around west central Minnesota!
Good friend Eric sitting in the shade from the heat as he watches the parade (his first for Waterama!)
Milan Community Band (they come to Morris every year too) Minnewaska Area Youth for Christ float (sprayed water at onlookers-including me! It was a hot day, so I didn't mind!)
-Bald Eagle Water Ski Show @3:30-4:45pm
*based in White Bear Lake, this group has been performing for Waterama since I've been attending almost every year since 00'!
It's hard to see the different cool moves (see wikipedia) they did in the pictures above. I highly reccomend checking it out "live". I've seen this show almost every year since 2000. This year, I think they just did only 1 day compared to 2 days in the past. It's probably because they get tired when they do two shows in a row within two days. I remember last year-it was a Sunday and they kept on falling. This year, I think they did a better job!
Entering the Beautiful Scenic View of Lake Minnewaska
I remember my first time going to Morris as a prospective student before attending the University of Minnesota-Morris, I was captivated by the awesome view going into town from the east on Highway 28....
Taken on January 28th of 2007
Here are other views that this camera phone pic can't really describe the beauty entering Glenwood from the north on highway 29...
Winterama, Feb 21st 09' (3rd weekend of Feb each year?)=> flyer
{Photo Gallery from 2005} Welcome to Winterama!
Amy Chaff 2/17/2009 9:52:00 AM "The 12th annual Winterama celebration - a much anticipated local winter bash - is set for Saturday, Feb. 21 in Glenwood.
The annual event raises money for the Minnewaska Jaycees.
The ever popular Polar Plunge, a huge crowd drawing event, makes its splash Saturday at 2:30 p.m., out on the ice in front of Lakeside Ballroom.
Kari Nelson is the Waterama Vice-Commodore and she's in charge of organizing and promoting the Polar Plunge: "I encourage everyone to come out and participate in some good, clean Minnesota winter fun! We can't beat the snow and cold, so we may as well join it!
"The Jaycees work hard and do a great job of putting on their winter festival each year, and the Polar Plunge is one of Waterama's larger fundraisers during the year."
Lots to do
Winterama festivities start Saturday at 1 p.m. on the ice in front of the ballroom. Kids games run from 1-2:30 p.m.
At 2:30 p.m., a crowd is sure to gather for the ever popular, Polar Plunge. People ready to take the icy dip in Lake Minnewaska are asked to be on site and checked-in by 2 p.m.
And a memorable end to the afternoon is the annual Minnow Eating Contest which begins at 3:15 p.m.
From 5-7 p.m., come hungry to the annual Chili Cook-off in the ballroom. Fill up on the best local chili recipes!
After an afternoon outside in the cold, get the blood moving again while dancing to the DJ set up in the ballroom - the DJ will entertain from 5-7 p.m.
Finally, Winterama 2008 will wrap up with a fireworks display over Lake Minnewaska at approximately 7:15 p.m.
"The fireworks reflecting on the snow and ice are always spectacular," Nelson said.
"It is fun to see so many children and adults supporting both of their efforts and having a great time. There is truly something for everyone," Nelson said."
"Waterama is held the last full weekend in July in beautiful downtown Glenwood, MN there's something for everyone to do and see including the upper midwests only lighted boat parade. "
Related Sites: Explore Minnesota
It was Memorial "Day" Weekend, so a friend (Anthony F.) and I went on a "fishing tour". Our "last" stop was Lake Minnewaska-on the shore by Torgy's (restaurant)...
History "The range of the variety of performers has been exciting over the past decade. Symphony orchestras, instrumental soloists and groups, pianists, singer- songwriters portraying many eras of American music, chorales, ethnic dance performances as well as multi-community groups coming together to perform have graced the stage. Some of the big names have included: Bobby Mcferrin, Lori Line, Gene Pitney, Mary Beth Carlson, Gary Puckett, Bobby Vee, The Platters, The Coasters, The Kingston Trio, Clay Crosse, Minneapolis Community College Gospel Choir, Rochester Symphony Orchestra, the Heartland Bluegrass Opry, and a host of other wonderful entertainers. In 2003 the Central Square Board of Directors brought an annual concert series to Glenwood. In the first season 4 concerts were offered and in the 2nd series this was expanded to 5 concerts, with more plans for future concert series to expand even further. Central Square is very proud to bring renowned performances to this wonderful venue, for the enjoyment of West Central Minnesota residents. An annual professional children’s theatre production is offered to schoolchildren, who travel as far as 80 miles, one way, for what is perhaps their only exposure to a professionally produced theatre experience."
Below are pictures I took during the performance of "Hitch Your Wagon to a Star" by the area Home School students on Friday, February 15th of 2008..
Resort & Campground
*my personal referal-tell them "Sal" says hi!
Randy, Judie & Scott Crumb
24050 N Lakeshore Drive
Glenwood, MN 56334
320-634-3619 or 800-892-3619 Camping Resort for Avid Travelers, Vacationers, & Fishermen, from woodlawnresort.net
-Equipment Rental EQUIPMENT RENTALS, from lakeminnewaskahouse.com "WOODLAWN RESORT (320) 634-3619
1/2 mile west
Fishing Boat & Pontoon Rentals
Paddle Boat & Kayak Rentals"
*we payed only $105 (part of the day price-5 hours, which we used it only from 2:30p-7pm) up front and got $12 back for the gas we didn't use that was left in the tank
Taken on July 7th of 2007
