In anticipation of Fisherman’s Picnic, several community members were asked to describe their favorite Fisherman’s Picnic memory or activity. Here are their answers:... READ MORE >
In 1971, the Grand Marais Lions Club named its first Citizen of the Year, Olga Soderberg, starting a long tradition of recognizing area citizens and senior citizens for their many contributions to the community. Here is a list of them all: Year Citizen of Year Senior Citizen of Year 1970 C. O. Backlund 1971 Olga Soderberg 1972 Friz Nelson 1973... READ MORE >
Want to see if you are one of the Fisherman’s Picnic’s fastest eaters? Join one of the eating contests! Hotdog Eating Contest – Blue Water Cafe – Friday, July 31 at 3:00 p.m. for all ages or Saturday, Aug. 1 at 4:00 p.m. for kids under 16, followed by another all ages eat off! Pickled Herring Eating Contest – Sven... READ MORE >
Although many younger Fisherman’s Picnic visitors may think that local folk singer Michael Monroe was the songwriter who penned the Fishburger Song, it was actually authored by Grand Marais Lion Ray From in the Fishburger stand many years ago. In fact, when a newspaper reporter incorrectly attributed the song to Monroe, he was quick to set the record straight that... READ MORE >
[caption id="attachment_1486" align="alignleft" width="300"]From near and far, folks travel to the Grand Marais Lions Fisherman's Picnic Fish Toss Contest. The winning fish tosses have been about 70 feet. Come on and try your luck on Sunday, August 2 at 3:30 p.m. Left: Even pregnant people like the Fish Toss! Top: Juggling skills may come in...... READ MORE >
World’s Best Donuts on Wisconsin Street in downtown Grand Marais, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The small donut shop started by Marieta Altrichter and her daughters 40 years ago has grown to a family business and North Shore landmark. And the “Donut Shop” usually offers some entertainment for the Fisherman’s Picnic. This year is no exception— join the... READ MORE >
[caption id="attachment_1491" align="alignleft" width="192"]Molly Thomas, 9, from the island of St. Lucia in the West Indies, makes it look easy. If you think you can do better, consider entering the climbing wall competition at Golf 'N Stuff in Grand Marais. See if you can be the fastest to climb the 26-foot tall tower on Friday,...... READ MORE >
Music has been a part of Fisherman’s Picnic since its very beginning. Fisherman’s Picnic 2009 offers the following slate of musicians. Joe Paulik plays a great blend of thought provoking originals as well as familiar favorites in the folk-guitar tradition. He accompanies himself on a 12-string guitar on the Harbor Park stage on Thursday, July 30 from 11:00 – 12:30... READ MORE >
The world of lumberjack sports will again converge on Grand Marais during the Fisherman’s Picnic. Join in the fun at the Grand Marais Lions’ Lumber Camp presented by Wood-Mizer and Central Boiler. During the four-day event, the lumber camp will have three exhibitions daily. Presentations will include LT40 sawmill demonstrations, a Wildfire Protection System, chopping, cross-cut sawing and stock chain... READ MORE >
Central Boiler outdoor furnaces have joined the Fisherman’s Picnic Lumber Camp this year and things are heating up! Niel Atkinson, coordinator of Lumber Camp activities said, “The world’s largest and most successful outdoor boiler company will be on site to help you learn how to heat with renewable resources and save thousands of dollars on your heating bill.” Atkinson invites... READ MORE >
