Changes ahead for local National Historic Landmark

The DNR’s Fire Tower along County Road 11 between Pequot Lakes and Breezy Point, once a work site for forest rangers scanning the trees for signs of fire, has more recently been enjoyed by residents and visitors as an historic site rich with stories that harken back to the influence of area logging and Paul Bunyan.

History buff, Wayne Chamberlain, speaks at Bemidji's "Paul & Babe" 75th birthday celebration

Everybody knows that Paul Bunyan is claimed by more towns than a person can count.  But now, at least one Paul Bunyan impersonator is facing the same ‘calamity of fame’. Or, in his case, more likely the joy of it!

Him and His Pancakes

The Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Association recently added a new source of Bunyan appeal to its collection of items in the Crosslake Campground Exhibit Room.

Byway Honoree of 2011

The Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Association’s annual celebration event at Marina II on November 9 provided not only a fun and informative evening for the over seventy attendees, but also a forum for highlighting accomplishments and honoring supporters.

Annual BIG Basket Celebration and Fundraising Dinner

The Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Association’s annual celebration and fund-raising dinner will again be held at Marina II Restaurant in Breezy Point from 5:15-8:45 on Wednesday, November 9, 2011.