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Driftless Trading Post

Driftless Trading Post
Business
Driftless Trading Post
Category
Do, Eat, Member, RP Valley
Tags
Fishing, kayak, Recreation, Restaurant
Street
318 Mill Street
City
Peterson
Phone
507-875-7733
Website
www.driftlesstradingpost.com
Description

Open seasonally for:

River Rentals - kayaks, canoes, tubes with transportation along the Root River - 7 days a week By Appointment

Restaurant - Serving flatbreads and paninis with local ingredients; beer, seltzer, and other cold beverages. Open beginning May 27 through the summer: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 11 am - 7 pm.

Shuttle Service for bicyclists or river travelers - Available 7 days a week through the summer months and By Appointment.


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Ferndale Golf LLC

Ferndale Golf LLC
Business
Ferndale Golf LLC
Category
Do, Eat, Member, RP Valley, Shop
Tags
Apparel, Bar, Event Space, Golf, Recreation, Restaurant, Wine
Street
23239 State Hwy 16
City
Rushford
State
MN
Phone
507-864-7626
Website
www.ferndalegolfcourse.com
Description

A beautiful and well-maintained, mature golf course that opened in 1931 and is nestled in the bluffs of southeastern Minnesota. Ferndale is a 9-hole-Par 36 golf course with cart rentals and practice green. Relax in the clubhouse or on the surrounding deck with a cold beverage and lunch or dinner from the Bar & Grill menu. Open to the Public. Rental of the clubhouse is also an option for your next event.


Chamber Member

Fillmore County Agricultural Society & Fair Board

Fillmore County Agricultural Society & Fair Board
Business
Fillmore County Agricultural Society & Fair Board
Category
Do, Member, Organization, RP Valley
Tags
Organization
Street
PO Box 364
City
Preston
State
MN
Phone
507-458-5421
Website
www.fillmorecountyfair.com
Description

Family fun for over 150 years, the Fillmore County Fair continues to promote agriculture and the projects of our 4-H community! The Fillmore County Fair has been a family tradition since 1858, and the Fillmore County Agriculture Society has been hosting since 1865. The Fillmore County Fair is a multi-generational event reflecting the values, culture, history, heritage and dreams of all that call Fillmore County their home.


Chamber Member

Nordic Lanes & Lounge

Nordic Lanes & Lounge
Business
Nordic Lanes & Lounge
Category
Do, Eat, Member, RP Valley
Tags
Bar, Entertainment, Event Space, Off Sale
Street
403 S. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
Phone
507-864-7799
Website
rushfordnordiclanes.com
Description

Bowling for family fun! Many open bowl times available. League bowling for men, women, couples and youth. Make bowling reservations for birthdays and other parties. Full service bar and lounge. Pizza and full menu available from The Creamery next door! Nordic Lanes can also be reserved for events and banquets. Visit our Facebook page for updates and entertainment schedules.


Chamber Member

Peterson Station Museum

Peterson Station Museum
Business
Peterson Station Museum
Category
Do, Member, Organization, RP Valley
Tags
Attraction, History, Museum, Tour
Street
228 Mill St
City
Peterson
State
MN
Phone
507-875-2415
Website
www.petersonmn.org
Description

Nearly 100 years after Peterson Station opened to serve SE MN Railroad customers, it welcomed the public again in 1974 as a museum and genealogy center.


Chamber Member

Rushford Aquatic Center

Rushford Aquatic Center
Business
Rushford Aquatic Center
Category
Do, Member, RP Valley
Tags
Recreation
Street
209 Watt Street
City
Rushford
State
MN
Phone
507-864-2444
Website
Rushford Aquatic Center
Description

City of Rushford's outdoor pool, open early June through August.


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Rushford Area Historical Society

Rushford Area Historical Society
Business
Rushford Area Historical Society
Category
Do, Member, Organization, RP Valley
Tags
History, Museum, Organization, Tour
Street
401 S. Elm Street
City
Rushford
Phone
507-864-7560
Website
www.rushfordhistory.com
Description

The Rushford Historical Society preserves our heritage by restoring and displaying the memorable buildings and artifacts that represent the Rushford area's beginning. Surrounding the site of the original Historic Depot are landmark buildings—jailhouse, one-room school house, small chapel replica and a log home being restored with integrity and authenticity of the time it was used. Investigate and learn how our community got its start.


Chamber Member

Rushford Public Library

Rushford Public Library
Business
Rushford Public Library
Category
Do, Member, Organization, RP Valley, Service
Tags
Biking, Education, Entertainment
Street
101 N. Mill Street
City
Rushford
State
Minnesota
Phone
http://507-864-7600,507-864-7600
Website
rushford.lib.mn.us/
Description

Thousands of fiction and non-fiction books for all ages, including large print and audio books, magazines, videos/DVDs, and music CDs. Inter-library loans through the regional library system and downloadable books, magazines, movies and more. Computers available for the public. You may even borrow a bicycle through the library's BikeShare Program, in partnership with the Root River Trail Towns.


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Money Creek & Vinegar Ridge – Hiking and Camping

Business
Money Creek & Vinegar Ridge – Hiking and Camping
Category
Do, RP Valley, Stay
Tags
Campground
Street
access from River Drive
City
between Rushford & Houston
State
MN
Phone
507-724-2107
Description

Vinegar Ridge Recreation Area has six miles of hiking or horseback riding trails and is located along the Root River State Trail with access to 60 miles of paved bicycling. Visitors can also canoe or kayak the Root River State Water Trail within the recreation area.

Eight primitive campsites are available with a cleared area, fire ring, and table. One vault toilet available. All sites on a first-come, first-served basis for a fee. Located 5 miles east of Rushford and 7 miles west of Houston on River Drive. Camping area managed by Beaver Creek Valley State Park.


Takeout · Dine-in · In-store pickup · Gift Shop
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Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce
401 S. Elm Street
P.O. Box 338
Rushford, MN 55971
507-864-7560

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