Area
Attractions:
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Wildlife – Whether
it's the call of the loon, the honking of a Canada
Goose, the sighting of a bald eagle gliding above, or just watching
wild turkey, pheasants or the white-tailed deer in their natural
habitat, The Shores of Timber Ridge provides these
opportunities for the wildlife enthusiast.
Hunting - Northeast
South Dakota provides some of the best hunting opportunities found
anywhere. The popular ring-necked pheasant, deer, ducks and geese
are among the most sought after game. In addition to public land,
private land and walk-in areas, there are two wildlife refuges
in close proximity to the Shores of Timber Ridge. Bullhead state
wildlife refuge is only two miles from the Shores of Timber Ridge,
while Waubay National Wildlife Refuge in only approximately a half
hour drive. Visit Waubay National Wildlife Refuge online at - http://waubay.fws.gov/
Golf – The
area offers some of the best golfing opportunities available. Three
area courses, all within a half hour drive of the Shores of Timber
Ridge, offer a challenging variety of holes and tranquil settings.
Courses are not crowded as they are in metropolitan areas and prices
are reasonable as well. Area courses include: Ortonville Golf Course
in Ortonville, MN, Pine Hills Golf Course in Milbank, SD, and Valley
View Golf Course in Sisseton, SD.
Fishing – The
Glacial Lakes Region of South Dakota is one of the best kept secrets
in fresh water fishing. Big Stone Lake is a walleye hotbed and
has been featured nationally as a walleye hotspot in magazines
such as North American Fisherman.
http://www.sdglaciallakes.com/
Entertainment – There
is plenty of adventure to experience in the area in addition to
the outdoor attractions.
Redlin Art Center -
Located in Watertown, South Dakota, the Redlin Art Center is
a popular South Dakota destination located just off Interstate
29 less than an hour from the Shores of Timber Ridge. The Redlin
Art Center features of work of one America's most famous and
popular artist – Terry Redlin. The Redlin
Art Center is open year round and admission is free.
http://www.redlinart.com/
Casinos – Three
area casinos offer a variety of entertainment all within short
driving distance of the Shores of Timber Ridge. Three Dakota
Nation Gaming casinos are just off Interstate 29 just a short
drive from the Shores of Timber Ridge. Dakota Sioux Casino north
of Watertown, Dakota Magic Casino by the North Dakota / South
Dakota state line and the Dakota Connection Casino in Sisseton
provide great options for entertainment year-round.
http://www.dakotanationgaming.com/
Watertown
Bramble Park Zoo – Enjoy a trip to
the zoo with your children or grandchildren. http://www.brambleparkzoo.com/
State
Parks – Hartford Beach State Park – Located
just a few minutes south of the Shores of Timber Ridge, this
popular state park offers some exceptional hiking trails,
wildlife viewing, wooded forested areas, disc golf course,
sandy beach in addition to picnic and camping areas. http://www.sdgfp.info/parks/Regions/GlacialLakes/HartfordBeach.htm
Big Stone Island Nature Area – An
early 1800s expedition explored the Big Stone Lake area.
During that early expedition an American Indian village located
on a rocky island was visited that is now the 100 – acre
nature area located in close proximity to the Shores of Timber
Ridge.
http://www.sdgfp.info/parks/Regions/GlacialLakes/BigStone.htm
Bonanza State Park – The
northern section of the Big Stone Lake State Park is called
the Bonanza Area and is located directly across the lake
from the Shores of Timber Ridge. The Bonanza Area includes
a picnic area, an environmental education center, and a primitive
area to enjoy nature. http://www.stateparks.com/big_stone_lake.html
Sica Hollow State Park – Visit
the Trail of the Spirits, designated a national recreational
trail, at Sica Hollow State Park located in the nearby Coteau
des Prairies hills. Ancient Indian tribes held this area
in awe and a place of origin of many legends.
http://www.sdgfp.info/parks/Regions/GlacialLakes/SicaHollow.htm
Ft. Sisseton State Park - Explore this 1864
fort, attend the annual festival in June, or simply explore the
solitude of the area. Ft. Sisseton, originally a frontier army
outpost offers an opportunity to experience the region's history
of the western frontier. Experience this restored fort year around.. http://www.sdgfp.info/parks/Regions/GlacialLakes/FortSisseton.htm |