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Autumn of Adventure Giveaway
 Enter
Today for your chance to win a Ford Escape Hybrid (two year
lease) or one of many other weekly prizes.
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Exploring Fall Color on Road and Trail
 With
its brilliant backdrop of foliage tinted in reds and yellows, autumn
is the perfect time for a scenic drive or a hike or bike ride along
a secluded trail. Explore one of these featured routes this fall, or
choose another one of Minnesota’s scenic byways and numerous bike
trails and hiking paths.
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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!
 That’s
what the song says, and women agree: those special times when the
ladies get away together are a great time. A 2007 survey by AAA
found that one of four women have taken a getaway with their women
friends.
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CivicFest: All Things Presidential
 While
Republicans are nominating their presidential candidate in St. Paul
this
September, a major event in Minneapolis will offer an inside look at
the lives of American presidents. CivicFest: A Very Minnesota
Celebration, to be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center Aug.
29-Sept. 4, will feature more than 30 educational and entertaining
exhibits focusing on the U.S. presidency.
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Green Getaways Rich in Local Flavor
 The
concept of “green getaways” is taking off as more people plan trips
to enjoy the local flavor of a destination and visit environmentally
friendly sites and businesses.
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Discover Beautiful Lake Vermilion
 Lake
Vermilion, in northeast Minnesota, made the news this spring when
state funding was approved to purchase land on the southeast shore
to develop a new state park. This major new park will provide public
access to one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the state.
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Northfield: A Distinctive Town with a Story to Tell
 Small-town
charm, a scenic setting, and a dramatic story of civic courage all
make Northfield a great spot for a getaway. The historic downtown
district, with architecture dating to the late 1800s, centers on
Division Street, where storefronts from the past are now home to an
interesting array of specialty shops, coffeehouses and restaurants.
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Hutchinson Is A-plus: Art, Apples & Antiques
 The
attractive city of Hutchinson is a fun weekend getaway for those who
enjoy hand-crafted art and antiques. Located in central Minnesota,
it’s also an easy day trip from the St. Cloud, Mankato and Twin
Cities areas.
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Mysteries Uncovered at Science Museum
 A
brand new giant-screen film and a special touring exhibit coming
to the Science Museum of Minnesota in downtown St. Paul this
fall both focus on discovering the facts behind some intriguing
mysteries.
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State Park Stays: Now You Can Reserve a Year Ahead
 All
Minnesota State Parks camping and lodging reservations may now
be made up to one year in advance, allowing travelers to make
plans to stay at a park earlier than under the previous policy.
Visitors may book next year’s camping vacation during or soon
after this year’s trip, while their favorite places and campsite
is fresh in their mind.
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Vatican Exhibit Graces St. Paul
 This
fall the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul will host the
special touring exhibit “Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s
Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard.” This is the
final of only three U.S. engagements for this rare exhibit of
approximately 200 cultural, historical and artistic objects from
the Vatican.
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Hunting Season: Opening Dates
 Opening
dates for fowl and deer in Minnesota.
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