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Cass County, ND &Clay County, MN

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2-3 Local Area Events4 Residential Services5 Cass County, ND History6-7 Cass County, ND Communities8 Clay County, MN History9 Clay County, MN Communities14-15 Parks & Recreation16-17 Local Area Attractions18-19 Minnesota Hunting Seasons20 North Dakota Hunting Seasons21 DNR License Centers22-23 Minnesota Fishing Seasons30 Local Area Bicycle Trails31 Cass County, ND Snowmobile Trails31 Clay County, MN Snowmobile Trails

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Local Area EventsJANUARYSons of Norway Pancake Breakfast | North FargoRumble on the Red Wrestling Championships | FargoRadio Fargo/Moorhead Bridal Show | FargoTjugonde Knut | FargoRed River Valley Coin Show | Fargo

FEBRUARYMonster Jam | FargoWinterfest Dog Sled Rides | South FargoRonald McDonald Sweetheart Ball | FargoPancake Karnival | FargodomeInternational Figure Skating Classic | MoorheadNordic Gala | MoorheadMiniature Aircraft Model Show | FargoPolarfest | HitterdalFargo Winter Bluesfest | FargoButterfly Ball Father/Daughter Prom | FargoRV, Home & Garden Show | FargoThe American Heart Ball | Moorhead

MARCHRRV Sportsmen’s Show | FargoYouth Ice Fishing Derby | FargoSpring Craft Show | MoorheadHunt of a Lifetime Banquet | FargoFargo Ice RevueSt. Patrick’s Day Parade | FargoCeltic Festival | MoorheadFargo Film FestivalMoorhead Ice ShowAntique & Collectible Show | MoorheadPRCA Championship Rodeo | FargoBacon & Beer Festival | Fargo

APRILArea-Wide Rummage Sales | BarnesvilleCore Con | FargoMake-A-Wish Walk for Wishes | FargoSons of Norway Easter Buffet Dinner | North FargoFargo Holistic Expo | FargoOne Act Festival | Concordia CollegeValley Earth Week Green ExpoAT Expo | Fargo

MAYKite Day | FargoCanadian Snowbirds Over Wahpeton Airshow | FargoParade of Homes | Fargo/MoorheadJohnson’s Barn Dance | ArthurFargo Zombie Pub Crawl | Fargo

JUNEBMX Clinic | FargoTuff Enuf to Ride Pink | FargoClassic Music Festival | FargoRibfest | FargoCommunity Block Party | FargoHERO Bash | FargoCorks & Canvas Walk | FargoBusch Light Softball Classic | FargoWMCA Chase Race | FargoGolf for Kids’ Sake | FargoWine & Roses Fundraiser | FargoMidwest Kids Fest | FargoND Tour DeCure | FargoRelay for Life | FargoNDSU Bison Art Gala | FargoZombie Prom | FargoScandinavian Hjemkomst Festival | Moorhead

JULYOld Fashioned 4th of July Celebration | BarnesvilleViking Village | MoorheadMoorhead Parks & RecreationNeighborhood Park PartyRed River Valley Fair | West FargoFargo’s Downtown Street FairThird Thursday in Downtown FargoUSA Wrestling Tournament | FargoBlues Festival | FargoClay County Fair | BarnesvilleRed River Valley Fair | West Fargo

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AUGUSTLabor Day Weekend Celebration | FargoRiver Arts | MoorheadPotato Days Festival | BarnesvilleTurkey Days | UlenThird Thursday in Downtown FargoMidwest Waterfowl Festival | FargoPioneer Days at Bonanzaville | West FargoFargo AirSho | FargoWine & Grape Harvest Festival | BuffaloIsland Park Craft Show | FargoCass County Summerfest | CasseltonHorace Bean Days

SEPTEMBERBig Iron | MoorheadGreater Moorhead DaysNational Muffler’s Cruisin’ Broadway | FargoWestern Minnesota Stream Thresher’sReunion | RollagFargo Fest | FargoHarwood Community DaysWest Fest | West Fargo

OCTOBERFall Home Show | FargoFMVA’s Studio Crawl | FargoAntique & Collectible Show | MoorheadFriends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale | Moorhead

NOVEMBERHoliday Lights Parade | MoorheadChurch Bazaar | MoorheadAntique & Collectible Show | Moorhead

DECEMBERNorth Dakota Ag Show | FargoSanta Fly-In | FargoJingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis | FargoClassic Film Festival | FargoHolly Jolly Zoo Days | FargoSleigh Rides | FargoGun Show | West Fargo

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Cass County History

Cass County was established in 1873 and named for George Washington Cass, a rail-road executive. Fargo was selected as the county seat and the rich, fertile soil of the Red River Valley drew settlers that established homesteads. Fargo was selected as the county seat and hotels, churches, schools and a variety of businesses were quickly constructed. Early industry was dominated by agriculture as residents farmed and shipped wheat. By 1910 its population had reached 33,935 and the area continued to develop. In 1950 its population had reached 58,877 and the area continued to grow. Today Cass County is home to approximately 149,778 residents.

ALICE – pop. 50AMENIA – pop. 89ARGUSVILLE – pop. 134ARTHUR – pop. 378AYR – pop. 22BRIARWOOD – pop. 82BUFFALO – pop. 190CASSELTON – pop. 2,329DAVENPORT – pop. 251FARGO (COUNTY SEAT) – pop. 105,549FRONTIER – pop. 261GARDNER – pop. 85GRANDIN – pop. 166HARWOOD – pop. 718

HORACE – pop. 2,430HUNTER – pop. 304KINDRED – pop. 692LEONARD – pop. 249MAPLETON – pop. 762NORTH RIVER – pop. 62OXBOW – pop. 238PAGE – pop. 205PRAIRIE ROSE – pop. 74REILE’S ACRES – pop. 285TOWER CITY – pop. 241WEST FARGO – pop. 25,830*Populations are approximate.

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Residential Services

CASS COUNTY, NDAssessor .............................................................................................................(701) 241-5616Attorney .....................................................................................................................241-5850Auditor/Treasurer .......................................................................................................241-5600Extension Services ......................................................................................................241-5700Highway Department .................................................................................................298-2370Recorder .....................................................................................................................241-5620Sheriff .........................................................................................................................241-5800Veterans Services ........................................................................................................241-5746

CLAY COUNTY, MNAdministration ...................................................................................................(218) 299-5002Assessor ......................................................................................................................299-5017Attorney .....................................................................................................................299-5035Auditor .......................................................................................................................299-5006Court Administration ..................................................................................................299-5056Highway Department .................................................................................................299-5099Human Resources ........................................................................................................299-5002Recorder .....................................................................................................................299-5031Sheriff .........................................................................................................................299-5151Treasurer .....................................................................................................................299-5011Veterans Services .........................................................................................................299-5002

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KINDREDKindred was first settled in 1871 and the community was named after local landowner William Kindred. Many settlers were of Norwegian descent and the Kindred was therefore known as a second Norway. A post office was established in 1874 and a general store, bank and school soon followed. The community was nearly destroyed by fire in 1901, but residents rebuilt resiliently. Today Kindred is home to approximately 692 residents.

MAPLETONFirst known as Maple River, Mapleton was settled in 1870 and a post office was established in 1875 with Mrs. Mary Bishop serving as its first postmaster. Early industry was led by agricul-ture as many residents farmed wheat and by 1884 Mapleton was incorporated. The commu-nity rivaled Fargo in size during the 1880s as it was a prime area to raise families, however as development slowed, growth began to slow. Today Mapleton is home to approximately 762 residents.

WEST FARGOIn 1872 railroad expansion in the area allowed for development and West Fargo was first known as Haggart. Early businesses included a hotel, general store and a post office and by 1925 the community was renamed West Fargo. The nearby communities of Southwest Fargo and Riverside were consolidated to form present-day West Fargo and in 1986 voters elected the first female mayor, Florenz Bjornson, who held office until 2002. Today West Fargo is home to approximately 25,830 residents.

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CASSELTONCasselton was established in 1873 as rail lines were constructed throughout the area and the community was originally known by a variety of names until a rail station was constructed in 1876 and the area was recognized as Casston. Its name was changed again in 1876 toCasselton as its first post office was established. By 1880 its population had reached 376 and Casselton was incorporated. Today Casselton is home to approximately 2,329 residents.

FARGO (COUNTY SEAT)Fargo, originally known as Centralia, was established in 1871 as a stopping place for steam-boat travelers. Settlers arrived to stake land claims and the community began to progress as rail lines were constructed. Centralia was renamed Fargo in honor of railroad director andcofounder of the Wells Fargo Express Company, William G. Fargo and the community was selected as the county seat. Fertile soil continued to attract new residents and by 1892 its population reached over 8,000. Fire destroyed the area the following year, but Fargo was quickly rebuilt. The community is now recognized as an educational, manufacturing and cul-tural hub for the area with three universities located within city limits. Today Fargo is home to approximately 105,549 residents.

HARWOOD Harwood was established in 1881 and named in honor of A.J. Harwood, a local land devel-oper and banker. Streets were platted the following year and by 1884 its population had reached 200. By 1890 the community housed grain elevators, a hotel, lumberyard, dance hall and a variety of businesses. Harwood continued to thrive and was incorporated in 1978. Today Harwood is home to approximately 718 residents.

HORACEHorace was founded in 1882 as the railroad was constructed. Access to water attracted many residents and the community began to grow. In 1950 its population reached 150 and the area continued to develop. The community is now one of the fastest growing communities in North Dakota due to its close proximity to Fargo with a current population growth over 150%. Today Horace is home to approximately 2,430 residents.

Cass County Communities

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Clay County CommunitiesBARNESVILLEAttracted to the rich, fertile soil, Barnesville was settled in 1877 as rail lines were constructed. The community was named in honor of George I. Barnes, a local store owner, and in 1882 streets were platted by Peter E. Thompson. Early industry was dominated by agriculture and by 1890 its population had reached 1,069. Today Barnesville is home to approximately 2,308 residents.

DILWORTHFirst known as Richardson, Dilworth was settled in 1883 and the community was renamed in honor of Joseph Dilworth, a railroad director and coffee importer. Railroad expansion allowed for growth and by 1910 the area housed a lumberyard, general stores, hotels, a post office and its population neared 500. Today Dilworth is home to approximately 3,677 residents.

GLYNDONGlyndon was established in 1872 and named in honor of deaf poet Laura Redden Searing’s pseudonym, Howard Glyndon. The first post office was founded that same year with Stiles R. Nettleton serving as its postmaster. The community was incorporated in 1881 and continued to develop as the railroad was constructed. Today Glyndon is home to approximately 1,155 residents.

HAWLEYSettled in 1871, Hawley was originally recognized as Bethel until it was renamed in honor of railroad officer Thomas Hawley Canfield. Canfield platted streets and businesses and a school were established to meet the growing needs of its residents. Today Hawley is home to approximately 1,874 residents.

MOORHEAD (COUNTY SEAT)Settled in the 1870s, Moorhead was named after William G. Moorhead, railroad director and the community was incorporated in 1881. The area quickly became a trading center due to its proximity to the Red River and was selected as the county seat. Early industry was led by agriculture as the fertile soil allowed for crop diversity and at one point Moorhead was known as “Sin City,” as it housed over 100 bars. Today Moorhead is home to approximately 36,012 residents.

Clay County was first known as Breckenridge County, named in honor of John C. Breck-enridge as the area was established in 1858. Due to Breckenridge’s pro-southern stance during the Civil War, the county was renamed in honor of Senator Henry Clay in 1862. Fertile soil and access to the Red River attracted many settlers and Moorhead was selected as the county seat. By 1910 its population had reached 19,640 and Clay County continued to grow. By 1950 its population had reached 30,363 and the area continued to develop. Today Clay County is home to approximately 58,999 residents.

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BARNESVILLE – pop. 2,308COMSTOCK – pop. 117DILWORTH – pop. 3,677FELTON – pop. 201GEORGETOWN – pop. 128GLYNDON – pop. 1,155

HAWLEY – pop. 1,874HITTERDAL – pop. 199MOORHEAD (COUNTY SEAT) – pop. 36,012SABIN – pop. 441ULEN – pop. 560*Populations are approximate.

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Area Trivia/Fun Facts• Clay County was originally named Breckenridge County, after John C. Breckenridge, who served as Vice President of the United States from 1857 to 1861. The name was changed after Breckenridge sided with the Confederacy during the Civil War. The new name – Clay County – is in honor of Henry Clay, a lawyer, senator, and orator nicknamed “The Great Pacificator.”

• Cass County was named after George Washington Cass, president of the Northern Pacific Rail-way, which played a big role in attracting settlers to the Midwest.

• The first Dilworth settlers loved their coffee! They named their city after Joseph Dislworth, a coffee importer who directed the Northern Pacific Railroad from 1875 to 1881.

• In 1893, ashes dumped behind a store were carried off by the wind, igniting a devastating fire that burned down thirty-one blocks of downtown Fargo. The town was extremely resilient. Just one year after the fire, over two hundred and forty-six new buildings were complete.

• Ted Fujita, inventor of the Fujita tornado scale, developed his influential theories about “wall clouds” and “tail clouds” based on photos of a violent tornado in Fargo and Moorhead that took place in 1957.

• Dane Boedigheimer, creator of The Annoy-ing Orange, an internet sensation, is from Harwood.

• The Pioneer Prairie Home Cemetery in Moor-head inspired the title of the popular radio show “A Prairie Home Companion.”

• Barnesville hosts an annual potato-themed festival called Potato Days.

Did YouKnow..?Photo - Courtesy of Vern Whitten

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Twentieth Century Vikings

Ancient GPS

Bob Asp, a Moorhead middle school counselor and carpenter, turned his hobby into a historical achievement for his town. During his hospital stay to recover from a broken leg, he passed the time reading about Norwegian history. He was especially intrigued by Viking “dragon ships,” and decided to build a replica for a voyage of his own. In 1972, he began his project by chopping down oak trees for building material along the Red River and in Alvarado and Oslo, Minnesota. He consulted with nautical and historical societies in America and Norway, and drew up his blueprint for a Gokstad Viking Ship. In 1973, Hawley leased out an old potato warehouse to house the ship’s construction until its launch. One year after Asp began crafting his ship, he was diagnosed with leukemia. However, he did not give up on his plans, and continued building throughout his chemotherapy. When the ship neared completion in 1978, the Hawley community hosted several fundraisers to help and attracted volunteers. In 1980 the Viking ship was complete!Asp died of a second broken leg and leukemia complications the following year. However, his passion for learning and his impressive ship lived on. The Hjemkomst, or “Homecoming,” brought thousands of community members and other enthusiasts together, and would sail all the way to Norway in 1982. Read more about the Hjemkomst at http://www.hawley.govoffice.com, and see the impres-sive Viking ship for yourself at Hjemkomst Center, located at 202 First Avenue North inMoorhead.

For centuries, Georgetown’s central landmark was a famous Old Oak Tree. According to George-town City’s website, the tree “marked the site of Old Georgetown. It was a huge oak with low hanging branches. The tree was a permanent road map for the Hudson’s Bay settlers in those early years.” In addition to helping residents navigate, it also helped Native American tribes define their territory and keep the peace: “The road into the village went on either side of this tree. It es-tablished the boundary line for nine Indian tribes to avoid encroachment upon one another’s hunting grounds” (ci.georgetown.mn.us). Who knew a tree could be such an effective pacifist? The tree died in 1911, and is marked and commemorated by a rock carving at Hudson’s Bay Post. What landmarks keep you grounded and help you find your way? Submit a photo and descrip-tion of your landmark for a chance to be published in our upcoming guides! Send your name, phone number, email address, and submission to: [email protected]

Productivity TipsGet up earlierSome of the most successful people in the world start their days before 6 a.m. It may be hard at first, but you can start by waking up 15 minutes earlier and gradually increase the time from there. Soon enough you will be awake and getting things done before most people are out of bed. That will allow you a head start on everybody else.Start with “me time”First thing in the morning go through all of your social media posts, respond to all of the little things that others need you to so they can get to work and set up a schedule for the rest of your day. Getting organized in the morning will help the rest of the day go smoother.Sleep wellWhile waking up early is important, so is going to bed early. The bare minimum a person needs to sleep is 7-8 hours at a time to stay healthy. You will be able to think more clearly and make better decisions if you have a good night’s sleep.Use time-blockingTake your to-do list and block off a time to get each item done. Make sure all of your desktop, online, mobile, and physical calendar’s are in sync. You want to be on the same page with all your devices.Once you have the time set aside to accomplish a task do not get distracted. If turning off your phone and locking yourself in a room is what it takes, then do that!Use checklistsIf you are operating under a deadline or you have a lot of tasks to accomplish, a checklist will help you keep you focused and on track.Schedule breaksTaking breaks is important because it allows your body and mind to get organized. If you schedule your breaks regularly it allows your mind to structure your day better. It would be hard for most people to do but if you can take a 10-20 minute power nap right after lunch it may help you feel energized and refreshed!Clear your clutterIt is important to keep a clean work station because order will help your mind focus on accomplishing your goals. Even if it looks like a mess to others having a place for everything will help anybody focus and be more productive.Get FitBeing in shape and exercising regularly will help keep you energized throughout the day.

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• Know where you can take shelter in seconds. • Have a place, everyone knows, to go to after the storm has passed. • Flying Debris is the biggest danger during a tornado. Your shelter space should have mattresses or thick blankets around, to protect yourselves. • Do NoT oPeN YouR WiNDoWS to try & “equalize the pressure.” This only makes it easier for debris to injure you. • Also, STAY AWAY FRoM WiNDoWS!

• Constant rotation of the clouds base. • Flying/Rotating Debris under the cloud. Tornados Don’t Always have a visible funnel. • Heavy Rain or Hail followed by either by an eerie Calm in the storm or Rapid wind changes & shifts. • Listen for loud, continuous rumbling with no breaks in it like thunder.

Precautions:

Things to Look and Listen For:

Lightning Distance TrackerYou can figure out how far away the lightning is from you like this...Count the seconds inbetween the flash of lightning & the crack of thunder. Divide the number of sec-onds by 5 & you have your distance in miles.

0 seconds0 miles

5 seconds1.08 miles

20 seconds4.35 miles

60 seconds13.06 miles

Do Not Open YourWindows!

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Tornado Safety

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LAMB PARK1325 14th Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340LEMKE PARK1807 16th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353LEWIS & CLARK PARK1729 16th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353LINCOLN PARK2120 9th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353LINDENWOOD PARK1712 5th St. S | Fargo | (701) 232-3897LIONS CONSERVANCY PARK4150 University Dr. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353LONGFELLOW PARK20 29th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353M.B. JOHNSON PARK3601 11th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340MADISON PARK & POOL1040 29th St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MATSON MEMORIAL FIELD1010 13th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340MCCORMICK PARK2101 9th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MCKINLEY PARK2950 8th St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MEADOW CREEK PARK4800 Meadow Creek | Fargo | (701) 241-1353METRO RECREATION CENTER3110 Main Ave. | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MILWAUKEE TRAIL MINI PARK #13601 17th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MILWAUKEE TRAIL MINI PARK #23719 17th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MILWAUKEE TRAIL MINI PARK #33931 17th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353MOORHEAD MUNICIPAL POOL800 19th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340MOORHEAD PARK DISTRICT & SPORTS CENTER324 24th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340MORNINGSIDE PARK455 Oakway | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340NEW REGION PARK & ATHLETIC COMPLEX2000 40th Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340NORTH BROADWAY PARK1052 36th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353

NORTH OAKS PARK2881 Lilac Ln. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353NORTHEAST PARK1817 8th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340NORTHFIELDS PARK7300 27th St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353OAK CREEK PARK4403 25th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353OAK GROVE PARK170 Maple St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353OSGOOD PARK5400 44th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353OXBOW PARK1650 Elm St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353POINTE WEST PARK3331 42nd St. W | Fargo | (701) 241-1353PONTE’S PARK1533 River Rd. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353QUEENS PARK3201 20th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340RABANUS PARK4315 18th Ave. SW | Fargo | (701) 241-1353RIDGEWOOD PARK3101 Ridgewood Blvd. | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340RIVER OAKS PARK100 River Oaks Point | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340RIVERSIDE GARDENS345 2nd St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353RIVERVIEW ESTATES PARK3801 5th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340RIVERWOOD PARK4701 Co. Rd. 31 N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353ROBERT A. FOGEL RIPARIAN FOREST50th Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ROMKEY PARK900 19th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ROOSEVELT PARK1220 9th St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353SILVERLEAF PARK5755 27th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353

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Parks & Recreation5TH AVE. MINI PARK20th St. & 5th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-135310TH AVE. MINI PARK25th St. & 10th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-135323RD ST. MINI PARK23rd St. & 3rd Ave S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353AIRPORT PARK1801 23rd Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-8168ALLYSON PARKWAY4320 3rd St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ALM PARK1300 Elm St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ANGELAS PARK4121 2nd St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ARBOR PARK530 30th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ARROWHEAD PARK2600 6th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340BELSLY PARK3500 12th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340BENNETT PARK312 17th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340BOLER PARK1734 34th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353BRIDGEVIEW HOMESTEAD PARK1002 7th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340BRUNSDALE PARK1702 27th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353BUFFALO RIVER STATE PARK565 155th St. S | Glyndon | (218) 498-2124BULAND PARK1801 13th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340BURDICK PARK1550 South River Rd. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353CASS COUNTY CAMPSITE1201 Main Ave. W | West Fargo | (701) 282-2200CENTENNIAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX & DOG PARK2600 15th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340DAVY-MEMORIAL RIVERFRONT210 8th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340DAVY PARK301 3rd Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340DIKE EAST100 2nd St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353

DIKE WEST & SKATE PARK310 4th St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353DILL HILL653 7th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353DISCOVERY PARK1717 40th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353ED CLAPP PARK2801 32nd Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353ELEPHANT PARK100 19th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353EVERGREEN MEADOWS3801 41st Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340FARGO PARK DISTRICT701 Main Ave. | Fargo | (701) 241-1353FIVE NINE PARK412 9th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340FOX RUN32nd St. & 42nd Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340FRIENDSHIP PARK2nd St. & 26th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353GOOSEBERRY MOUND PARK100 22nd Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340GREENFIELDS PARK52nd Ave. & University Dr. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353HAMPTON PARK32nd Ave. & 23rd St. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353HANSMANN PARK1320 12th Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340HOLM PARK194 Woodcrest Dr. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353HORIZON SHORES PARK3701 Ridgewood Blvd. | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340ISLAND PARK616 1st Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 241-1353IWEN PARK1209 52nd Ave. S | Fargo | (701 241-1353JEFFERSON WEST PARK5th Ave. & 21st St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340JOHNSON FARMS360 15th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340JOHNSON PARK11th Ave. & 15th St. N | Fargo | (701) 241-1353KNAPP PARK525 6th St. S | Moorhead | (218) 299-5340

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NORTHPORT RED RIVER LANES707 28th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 235-1171

PLAINS ART MUSEUM704 1st Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 232-3821

RED RIVER VALLEY SPEEDWAY1805 Main Ave. W | West Fargo | (701) 282-2200

RED RIVER ZOO4220 21st Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 293-8043

ROGER MARIS MUSEUM3902 13th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 282-2222

ROURKE ART MUSEUM512 Main Ave. | Moorhead | (218) 236-8861

SANTA VILLAGE701 Main Ave. | Fargo | (701) 433-5361

SKATELAND SKATE CENTER3302 Interstate Blvd. S | Fargo | (701) 235-0555

SPARE TIME LANES41 6th Ave. N | Casselton | (701) 347-5386

SPIRITS LOUNGE & CASINO3803 13th Ave. S | Fargo | (701) 277-7330

TELEPHONE PIONEERS MUSEUMP.O. Box 719 | West Fargo | (701) 282-7298

THUNDER ROAD2902 Thunder Rd. S | Fargo | (701) 282-5151

VIKING SHIP PARK212 1st Ave. N | Moorhead | (218) 299-5511

VIKING SWORD MUSEUM35 1st St. NW | Moorhead | (218) 233-4571

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Area AttractionsACRES OF TERROR18 Hwy. 18 S | Fargo | (701) 282-3805

ADVENTURES SHOOTING SPORTS OF FARGO4333 167th Ave. SE | Horace | (701) 282-3805

ALL STAR BOWL309 17th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 233-2020

BLUE WOLF CASINO3402 Interstate Blvd. S | Fargo | (701) 232-2019

BONANZAVILLE USA1351 Main Ave. W | Fargo | (701) 282-2822

CHILDRENS’S MUSEUM - YUNKER FARM1201 28th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 232-6102

COURTNEY’S COMEDY CLUB600 30th Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 287-7100

DINOSAURS & MORE, LLC843 Homestead Ct. | West Fargo | (701) 277-0809

FARGO AIR MUSEUM1609 19th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 293-8043

FARGO BILLIARDS & GASTROPUB3234 43rd St. S | Fargo | (701) 282-4268

FARGO MOORHEAD COMMUNITY THEATRE333 4th St. S | Fargo | (701) 235-6778

FARGO THEATRE314 Broadway Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 239-8385

GALAXIE LANES20063 Hwy. 34 | Barnesville | (218) 493-4422

GREAT NORTHERN REST & BREWERY425 Broadway Ave. | Fargo | (701) 235-9707

GLYNDON ROD & GUN CLUB15305 60th Ave. S | Glyndon | (218) 498-2433

HARDWOOD PRAIRIE PLAYHOUSE1201 28th Ave. N | Fargo | (701) 298-6807

HAWLEY LANES504 Main St. | Hawley | (218) 483-4880

MARCUS SAFARI CINEMA925 30th Ave. S | Moorhead | (218) 236-5240

MOORHEAD COUNTRY CLUB2101 River Dr. N | Moorhead | (218) 236-0100

MOORHEAD MEMORIAL GARDENS56 11th St. N | Moorhead | (218) 233-4571

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Small Game - Rabbits, Squirrels season09/16/17 - 02/28/18

Deer Hunt - Archery season09/16/17 - 12/31/17

Sharptailed Grouse season09/16/17 - 11/30/17

Ruffed and Spruce Grouse, Hungarian Par-tridge season09/16/17 - 01/01/18

Waterfowl season opener - Tentative09/23/17

Take-a-Kid Hunting weekend09/23/17 - 09/24/17

Woodcock season09/23/17 - 11/06/17

Fall Turkey season09/30/17 - 10/29/17

Prairie Chicken season09/30/17 - 10/08/17

Raccoon, Red Fox, Gray Fox, Badger, Opos-sum (North) Hunting & Trapping10/14/17 - 03/15/18

Pheasant season10/14/17 - 01/01/18

Deer Hunt - Camp Ripley Archery Hunt - 1st season10/19/17 - 10/20/17

Deer Hunt - Special Youth Deer season10/19/17 - 10/22/17

Raccoon, Red Fox, Gray Fox, Badger, Opos-sum (South) Hunting & Trapping10/21/17 - 03/15/18

Furbearer Trapping - Otter - South zone10/28/17 - 01/07/18

Furbearer Trapping - Beaver - North zone10/28/17 - 04/30/18

Furbearer Trapping - Beaver - South zone10/28/17 - 04/30/18

Furbearer Trapping - Otter - North zone10/28/17 - 01/07/18

Furbearer Trapping - Mink and Muskrat - North zone10/28/17 - 02/28/18

Furbearer Trapping - Mink and Muskrat - South zone10/28/17 - 02/28/18

Deer Hunt - Camp Ripley Archery Hunt - 2nd season10/28/17 - 10/29/17

Deer Hunt - Firearm season - 100A11/04/17 - 11/19/17

Deer Hunt - Firearm season - 200A and 300A11/04/17 - 11/12/17

Deer Hunt - Firearm season - 300B11/18/17 - 11/26/17

Bobcat - Hunting & Trapping-north of I-94 and US Hwy 10 only11/25/17 - 01/07/18

Fisher and Pine Marten-north of I-94 and US Hwy 10 only11/25/17 - 11/30/17

Deer Hunt - Muzzleloader season11/25/17 - 12/10/17

Crow Hunting (4th season)12/14/17 - 12/31/17

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Hunting Seasons, MNFor general information on firearm safety training call: 1 (888) 646-6367 or (651) 296-6157.

Contact the MN DNR for specific zone areas/dates:Online: www.dnr.state.mn.us, Toll Free: 1 (888) 665-4236.

You can purchase hunting and fishing licenses by phone: 1 (888) 665-4236.

Small Game - Rabbits, Squirrels season09/17/16 - 02/28/17

Raccoon, Red Fox, Gray Fox, Badger, Opos-sum (North) Hunting & Trapping10/15/16 - 03/15/17

Raccoon, Red Fox, Gray Fox, Badger, Opos-sum (South) Hunting & Trapping10/22/16 - 03/15/17

Furbearer Trapping - Beaver - south zone10/29/16 - 05/15/17

Furbearer Trapping - Mink and Muskrat - north zone10/29/16 - 02/28/17

Furbearer Trapping - Beaver - north zone10/29/16 - 05/15/17

Furbearer Trapping - Mink and Muskrat-south zone10/29/16 - 02/28/17

Goose-Spring Light Goose conservation action03/01/17 - 04/30/17

Crow Hunting (2nd season)03/01/17 - 03/31/17

Spring Turkey “A” season (lottery/surplus)04/12/17 - 04/18/17

Spring Turkey “B” season (lottery/surplus)04/19/17 - 04/25/17

Spring Turkey “C” season (hunter selected)04/26/17 - 05/02/17

Spring Turkey “D” season (hunter selected)05/03/17 - 05/09/17

Bear Hunt Lottery Deadline05/05/17

Spring Turkey “E” season (hunter selected)05/10/17 - 05/16/17

Spring Turkey “F” season (any unfilled license)05/17/17 - 05/30/17

Elk Hunt Lottery Deadline06/16/17

Bear Baiting start date08/11/17

Camp Ripley Archery Hunt Application Deadline08/18/17

Prairie Chicken Hunt Lottery Deadline08/18/17

Crow Hunting (3rd season)09/01/17 - 10/31/17

Mourning Dove season09/01/17 - 11/09/17

Bear season09/01/17 - 10/15/17

Snipe and Rail Hunting season09/01/17 - 11/06/17

Early Canada Goose season09/02/17 - 09/18/17

Antlerless Deer and Special Hunt Lottery Deadline09/07/17

Youth Waterfowl Day - Tentative09/09/17

Sandhill Crane season-NW zone-Tentative09/15/17 - 10/21/17

Hunting Seasons, NDFor general information on firearm safety training call 1 (888) 646-6367 or (701) 328-6615.

Contact the North Dakota Game and Fish Department for specific zone areas:Online: www.gf.nd.gov, By Phone: (701) 328-6300.

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Turkey Fall/Regular: October 14 - TBD Spring/Regular: April 8 - May 14

Dove September 1 - TBD

Pronghorn Bow: September 1 - TBD Regular: October 6 - TBD

Mule and White-tailed Deer Bow: September 1 - TBD Gun: November 10 - TBD Muzzleloader: December 1 - TBD

Mule and White-tailed Deer (Youth Season) September 15 - TBD

Mountain Lion Early Season/Firearms, archery equipment: September 1 - TBD (Zone 1) Late Season/Firearms, archery equipment, and pursuing with dogs: November 21 - TBD (Zone 1) Conditional Season/Firearms and archery equipment: March 31 - TBD (Zone 1) Regular/Firearms and archery equipment. Beginning November 21, mountain lions may also be harvested by pursuing with dogs: September 2, 2016 - March 31, 2017 (Zone 2)

Ring-necked Pheasants Regular: October 14 - TBD Youth: October 7 - TBD

Sharptail Grouse, Hungarian Partridge, Ruffed Grouse, Squirrel September 9- TBD

Mink and Muskrat Trapping October 22, 2016 - May 10, 2017Fox (Red and Gray) Regular/Firearms, traps, archery equipment, pursue with dogs: Open Year-Round Regular/Cable Devices: November 21, 2016 - March 15, 2017 Hunting at Any Hour/Firearms: November 21, 2016 - March 15, 2017

Ducks Regular - Resident Only: Low Plains Unit: September 23 - TBD High Plains Unit: September 23 - TBD Regular - Nonresident Only: Low Plains Unit: September 30 - TBD High Plains Unit: September 30 - TBD Regular - Resident Only: High Plains Unit: December 9 - TBD

Canada Geese Early Season: August 14 - TBD Regular - Resident Only: September 23 - TBD Regular - Nonresident Only: September 23 - TBD

*Contact the ND GFD for specific zone and season information by calling: 1 (888) 646-6367.

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You can purchase hunting and fishing licenses, cross-country ski passes and snowmobile trail stickersthrough the Electronic License System. Online:http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/agents.html

Toll Free: 1-888-665-4236 Or visit one of the ELS agents available throughout Clay County:

BARNESVILLEBARNESVILLE TESORO624 FRONT ST NBARNESVILLE , MN 56514(218) 354-2601

CENEX GENERAL STORE619 FRONT ST NBARNESVILLE , MN 56514(218) 354-2139

DILWORTHWAL-MART SUPERCENTER #1627415 34TH STREET NDILWORTH , MN 56529(218) 233-9822

CASEY’S GENERAL STORE #33621 CENTER AVE EDILWORTH , MN 56529(218) 233-3846

FELTONFELTON COUNTRY STORE102 7TH STFELTON , MN 56536(218) 494-3600

GLYNDONOASIS C STORE321 4TH ST NHAWLEY , MN 56549(218) 498-0786

HAWLEYKIRKS SUPER STOP BP1014 HOBART STHAWLEY , MN 56549(218) 483-4770

MOORHEADCASEY’S GENERAL STORE #3361203 21ST ST SMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 233-4409

HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE #4153475 28TH AVE SMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 233-0850

HOLIDAY STATIONSTORE #1221501 11TH ST NMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 233-7385

SCHEELS ALL SPORTS505 CENTER AVEMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 233-2751

STOP-N-GO #4331702 30TH AVE SMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 236-4826

STOP-N-GO #437203 21ST ST SMOORHEAD , MN 56560(218) 233-4409

ULENWEST CENTRAL C STORE205 1ST ST SWULEN , MN 56585(218) 596-8828vv

DNR License Centers

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Fishing seasons, MNBowfishing - 2016 season 04/30/16 - 02/26/17

Bullhead, Redhorse, other rough fish Spearing - 2016 season04/30/16 - 02/19/17

Sucker Spearing - 2016 season04/30/16 - 02/26/17

Walleye, sauger, northern pike - 2016 season05/14/16 - 02/26/17

Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass - 2016 season - North and East of U.S. Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County05/14/16 - 02/26/17

Largemouth Bass - 2016 season -South and West of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to Inter-national Falls except Pelican and Ash Lakes in St. Louis County05/28/16 - 02/26/17

Smallmouth Bass - 2016 Catch and Release season only (statewide)09/12/16 - 02/26/17

Dark House Spearing - 2016 season11/15/16 - 02/26/17

Lake and Stream Trout - Winter (entirely within the BWCA)-2017 season12/31/16 - 03/31/17

Stream Trout (Winter) SE - 2017 season Catch and Release season only. Dodge, Good-hue, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha and Winona counties only.01/01/17 - 04/14/17

Trout in lakes - Winter (outside or partly outside the BWCA)01/14/17 - 03/31/17

Flathead Catfish04/01/17 - 11/30/17

Stream Trout in streams, except SE 04/15/17 - 10/01/17

Stream Trout in streams SE - Dodge, Goodhue, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olm-sted, Wabasha and Winona counties only.04/15/17 - 09/14/17

Walleye, sauger, northern pike 05/13/17 - 02/25/18

Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass - North and East of U.S. Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County05/13/17 - 02/25/18

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Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass - 2017 early Catch and Release season Only -South and West of U.S. Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls except Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County05/13/17 - 05/26/17

Lake Trout (summer)05/13/17 - 10/01/17

Largemouth Bass - South and West of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls except Pelican and Ash Lakes in St. Louis County05/27/17 - 02/25/18

Smallmouth Bass - South and West of U.S. Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls ex-cept Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County05/27/17 - 09/10/17

Muskellunge (Muskie)06/03/17 - 12/01/17

Smallmouth Bass - 2017 Catch and Release season only - South and West of U.S. Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls ex-cept Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County09/11/17 - 02/25/18

Stream Trout (Fall) SE - 2017 season Catch and Release season only09/15/17 - 10/15/17

Lake and Stream Trout - Winter (entirely within the BWCA)-2018 season12/30/17 - 04/01/18

Trout in lakes - Winter (outside or partly outside the BWCA) - 2018 season01/13/18 - 04/01/18

*Contact the MN DNR for specific zone informa-tion/dates by calling:1 (888) 646-6367 or go to www.dnr.state.mn.us

Common Fish Species

Follow these guidelines to help prevent andprepare for capsizing, swamping, or someonefalling overboard.• Make sure that you and your passengers are wearing life-jackets while the boat is moving. • Attach the ignition safety lanyard to your wrist, clothes, or life jacket. • Don’t allow anyone to sit on the gun wale, bow, seat backs, motor cover, or areas not designed for seating. Also, don’t let anyone sit on pedestal seats when craft is not in idle. • Don’t overload your boat. Balance the load of passengers and gear stored on-board. • Keep your center of gravity low by not allowing people to stand up or move around while craft is in motion. • in small boats, don’t allow anyone to lean beyond the gun-wale. • Turn boat at slow rates of speed. • Secure the anchor line to the bow, never to the stern. • Don’t risk operating water craft in rough conditions or bad weather.

(other Than a Personal Watercraft)• For engines 25 horsepower or less:- Those under age 12 may operate withoutrestrictions.

• For engines over 25 horsepower through 75horsepower:- Those under age 12 must have someone 21 years of age or older on board within reach of the controls.

• For engines over 75 horsepower:- No children under age 12 may operate, even with an adult on board. - other restrictions apply to boat operators 12 to 17 years old:- operators from 12 to 17 years of age may operate engines of 25 horsepower or lower with no restrictions.

• For engines over 25 horsepower:- operators 12 to 17 years of age must have: A watercraft operator’s permit, or someone age 21 years or older old on board within reach of the controls.

Operating Watercraft

Who May Operate a Motorboat

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Boating Safety

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• at least one Coast Guard Approved Type 1, 2, 3 or 5 flotation de-vice that is the proper size for each person on board or being towed.

• All devices must be in good condition and easily accessible.

• Children under age 10 must wear a device when on board a boat that is underway unless: in an enclosed cabin or below deck or on an anchored boat that is being used for swimming or diving or passenger craft with a licensed captain.

• Along with the above at least one approved Type 4 must be on board boats 16 ft. or longer (except canoes and kayaks) and immedi-ately available.

• A Coast Guard approved Type 5 device may be substituted for any other Coast Guard approved device if it meets the same require-ments and is noted on the label.

• Anyone riding a jet ski or other Personal Water Craft must wear an approved -non inflating flotation device, as well as anyone being towed by a water craft.

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• Always wear a properly fitting bike helmet as most serious injuries are to the head. • Be sure your handlebars, seat and wheels fit snugly. • Keep your bike in good shape by checking and oiling your chain, making sure your brakes work properly and maintaining your tire pressure. • Always ride with both hands on the handlebars except when do-ing turn signals. • When leaving a driveway, curb or alleyway always stop and check for traffic in both directions. • Cross only at in-tersections. • Use the crosswalk to walk your bike across busy intersections and follow the traffic signals. • Never ride against traf-fic. Travel in the same direction as the cars. • Whenever you can, use bike routes and avoid busy streets. • Don’t ride near parked cars as doors can open and cause accidents. • Obey all traffic signs and traffic lights. • When biking with friends, ride in a single file. • Always pass other bikers or pedestrians on the left and say “On your left!” to make your presence known. • Always use bicycle hand signals to alert traf-fic of your changing direction.

Be Aware of yourSurroundings

Drink lotsof Water!

Bicycle Hand Signals

Bicycle Safety

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ATV Safety

• Do not consume alcohol or take drugs prior to or during your snowmobile trip. Doing so increases your chances of injury or death.• Slow down and don’t cut to the inside of the trail corners. It’s dangerous and il-legal. • If you snowmobile at night, don’t override your lights. • Always use the buddy system. Never ride off alone. • Drowning is one of the causes of many snow-mobile fatalities. Whenever possible, avoid the ice. • Wear sensible, protective clothing designed for oper-ating a snowmobile. • Use a full size helmet, goggles, or visor to prevent injuries from twigs, stones, ice chips and other debris. • Avoid wearing long scarves. They may get caught in moving parts of the snowmo-bile. • Know the terrain you are going to ride. If un-familiar to you, ask someone who has traveled over it before. • Know the weather forecast, especially the ice and snow conditions. • Be sure your snowmobile is in top-notch mechanical condition throughout the months of use. • Familiarize yourself with the snow-mobile you are driving. Thoroughly read the manual that accompanies the snowmobile. • Do not pursue domestic or wild animals. That is not the conduct of a sportsman. Report such violations to the nearest law enforcement officer.

NO TRESPASSING

PRIVATEPROPERTY

Snowmobile Safety Snowmobile Hand Signals

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property and no trespassing signs. Stay on

trails. Exercise extreme caution on all lakes and streams. Obey all

state and local laws and ordinances. Do not operate snowmobiles/ATV’s on county roads or state highways.

KnowYourATV

Read the owner’s manualand know your vehicle thoroughly. • Check your vehicle before you ride. • Wear protec-tive equipment and clothing. • Don’t lend your vehicle to unskilled riders. • Supervise young or inexperienced riders. • Never carry a passenger on vehicles meant for one rider. • Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. • Drive at speeds that are appropriate to trail conditions. • Stay to the right on trails. • Stay away from thin ice, open water and wetlands • Know the weather forecast. • Make sure headlights and taillights work properly. • Maintain safe distances between other riders. • Reduce your speed when riding at night. • Yield to other motor vehicles and trail users. • Young or beginning riders are encouraged to take a safety training course.

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Healthy Habits

Eat BreakfastA healthy balanced breakfast every morning is very important. It allows your body to run smoothly throughout the day and can help with weight control while lowering your cholesterol levels. It will improve things like concentration, performance and strength. Also studies have shown that women who skip breakfast have a higher chance of developing diabetes and men who skip breakfast have a higher chance for heart disease.

Eat Your GreensLeafy greens and vegetables contain phytochemicals which help to fight diseases. This will help against things like metabolic syndrome, diabetes, cancer and strokes. Vegetables are also rich in fiber which helps with hunger. The recommended amount of vegetables for the average person is around 2 ½ cups a day.

Drink Enough WaterMany people don’t get enough water throughout the day. It is recommended that the average person drinks roughly a half gallon a day which is equal to about eight 8 ounce glasses. Water helps rid the body of toxins and with unwanted weight gain by flushing out by-products of fat in your system. Water also helps your immune system, energy levels, focus and mood.

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Take a Walk During Lunch BreakYour body and mind benefit greatly when getting out for a quick walk. A walk can help with weight management, blood pressure, bone strength, balance and coordination. Plus it helps you focus by getting extra blood flow and oxygen to your brain. Also a lot of people don’t get enough vitamin D in their diet and getting outside is one of the easiest ways to ensure you are getting your vitamin D.

Get Up and MoveIt is important to try and get around 10,000 steps in per day. It is very hard on our bodies when we are slumped over a desk or kicked back in a recliner all day. Studies have shown that just from walking more you can lower your risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. It may be hard to get the 10,000 steps in every day but doing small things like getting up from your desk every so often and doing a lap around the office or parking farther away from your destination will help.

Floss and BrushThis might not seem like the most significant

health issue but it is very important. If you don’t floss and brush daily you build up plaque on

your teeth and at the gum lines. This can lead to things like gum disease and if not treated can enter the bloodstream and trigger

inflammation in the arteries causing things like heart disease, diabetes,

erectile dysfunction in males and delayed conception for women.

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Safety TipsPARENTS:• Teach your kids that an emergency is when you need help from a doctor, a police officer or a firefighter.

• Designate a safe place by your house that a child can go to if they need help right away.

• Have your kids memorize your address and phone numbers. They should also know your full name and where you work.

KIDS:FIRE SAFETY• If you or someone else is on fire - remember to STOP, DROP and ROLL. Wrap a blanket on the person to help put out the fire.

• If there is a fire, leave the house as fast as you can! Crawl on the floor to avoid smoke and if the door is hot, don’t open it - find another way out.

• Learn all the fire exits in your house. Assign a safe place outside for everyone to meet in case of a fire emergency.

HOME ALONE• Never tell anyone that you are home alone.

• If someone calls and asks for your mom and dad, tell them “They cannot come to the phone right now, can you please call back later?”

• Do not answer the door, unless it is someone that you know your parents have okay‘d them to come over.

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FIRST AID FOR INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS & POISON SAFETYINSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXISAnaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction from insect bites (latex, food and drug aller-gies can also cause Anaphylaxis). Typical symptoms include hives, the swelling of lips or eyes, swollen throat, drop in blood pressure, light headedness, confusion, nausea or diarrhea. If someone is having an allergic reaction from an insect bite seek medical attention immediately.

POISON PREVENTIONTeach your children about poison and how it can look like a food or drink. They should always ask an adult before eating or drinking anything. Have them learn the

poison control phone number: 1-800-222-1222 and keep it programmed or posted near all your phones. Here are some prevention tips.

Lock up your poisons and medications. Keep them out of the reach of children, lock them up if possible. Make sure your children understand that medicine is not candy.Follow directions carefully. Read your labels. Be sure to use and store all poisons and medications properly according to recommendations.

Keep your pets safe from household chemicals, too. Don’t allow pets near areas that have just been cleaned with chemicals, such as freshly mopped floors or bleached bathtubs and sinks. Clean up any antifreeze/coolant spills. Pets like the flavor but they can die if they ingest it. Store poisonous foods or plants in areas that your pets cannot access. Call your local emergency veterinary hospital if you believe your pet has been poisoned.

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Safety Tips

FIRST AID FOR BURNS & CHOKINGBURNSFor minor 1st and 2nd degree burns smaller than 3” in diameter: Cool the Burn. Run cool water over the burned area for 5 minutes, or until the pain diminishes. Never put ice on a burn!

Bandage the burn with sterile gauze: It is important to use loosely wrapped gauze. This will avoid pressure and the bandage pro-tects blisters. NEVER put lotions, vaseline, ointments or butter on burn. Do not break any blis-ters, which can cause infection.

Take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen or Acetaminophen to relieve pain: Minor burns usually heal with these basic treatments. Be aware for signs of infection which may include: increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If symptoms develop, seek medical help. Avoid tanning the burned area for at least a year. Protect the area with sun-screen outdoors. Avoid giving aspirin to children.

For 3rd degree burns/all major burns - DIAL 911DO NOT run cold water over large severe burns - this can cause shock.DO NOT remove burnt clothing.Check for signs of breathing/coughing/movement.If there are no signs of breathing begin CPR.Elevate burned areas above heart level, if possible.Cover the burn(s) with cool, sterile, moist bandages, towels or cloth.

CHOKINGMost people clutch at their throats when choking, an obvious symbol for help. However, if a person isn’t giving that signal, be alert for these indications. Inability to talk, difficulty breath-ing or noisy breathing, inability to cough forcefully, skin/lips/nails turning blue, loss of con-sciousness.

The Red Cross recommends a “five-and-five” method for first aid: First give five blows between the person’s shoulders with the heel of your hand. Second, perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) five times. Alternate between five back blows and five abdominal thrusts until the blockage is dis-lodged.

IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911