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Fun, friendly and laid-back atmosphere . . .

Fun, friendly and laid-back atmosphere . . .
We had the most fun canoeing at dusk; sauna, spectacular view of the lake from the lodge, high-stakes BINGO!  Fun, friendly and laid-back atmosphere, thanks for lend of puzzle board!  The drum circle was a moving experience.  Everything about CWC Lodge was great. ------ the Zurek family Cabin #10, 1st time guests, July 3, 2014…
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2014 Newsletter

2014 Newsletter
Hello from Kim & Big John! We hope this update from the northwoods finds you healthy and happy . . . 2014 will mark our 14th year here at CWC, and despite copious gray hairs and maturing wrinkles through the seasons, we are gladdened and grateful to still be here and going strong. We thank…
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At this delightfully quirky Mom and Pop, a Thursday night luau . . .

At this delightfully quirky Mom and Pop, a Thursday night luau . . .
Minn Star Trib June 7, 2013 Crow Wing Crest Resort www.crowwing.com 1-800-279-2754 At this delightfully quirky mom-and-pop, a Thursday night potluck luau, an owner who is also reflexologist (think foot massage), another who is an aromatherapist (class offered each week) and a congenial atmosphere make for a devoted following. To do: Activities range from drum…
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Feels like home.

Feels like home.
Hello Kim and Big John, it is always great to hear from you (via holiday newsletter).  Terri and I have already started to talk about coming up for the spring wellness weekend, we are also planning to stay for 3-4 days after the weekend ends. We both love it at your wonderful campgrounds so much…
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Up north, there’s a lake cabin with my name on it.

Up north, there’s a lake cabin with my name on it.
A week at the lake Other destinations beckon, but few can beat the classic summer vacation. Here's how one family found their resort. by Beth Gauper (published first St. Paul Pioneer Press April 2007, now a permanent part of Gauper's Midwest Reflections website for Minnesota traveling.  Last edited 2012)   Up north, there's a lake…
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To bleach or not to bleach . . .

To bleach or not to bleach . . .
Natural Cleanin’ Corner Kim Bowen, published April 2012 Community of Minnesota Resorter Reporter Magazine   To bleach, or not to bleach? If you know me at all, I reckon you’d assume my immediate answer to this question would be a big, fat “NOT!” followed perhaps by a rather annoyingly muttered “duh”.  Well, you’d be wrong. …
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Impressed not only with cleanliness, but abundance of kitchen supplies

Impressed not only with cleanliness, but abundance of kitchen supplies
We were very impressed with not only cleanliness, but the abundance of kitchen supplies and the things that don't always get a good cleaning were CLEAN (i.e. fans, curtains, hard to reach areas.)  Everything was easy to find, very clean, comfortable and very much the cabin setting we were hoping for, for a relaxing vacation. …
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This resort is a fun, safe place for kids to play. Drum circle way too cool!

This resort is a fun, safe place for kids to play. Drum circle way too cool!
Hi! I just wanted to tell you guys how much fun I had here (last week) at Crow Wing Crest!  My family and I have been to many resorts and this one, by far was my favorite!  Keep up the good work!  =]                                                                            ---- Katie Kuyper, 12 yrs old, July 9, 2008    …
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There’s a fresh twist to this peaceful lakeside cabin compound

There’s a fresh twist to this peaceful lakeside cabin compound
MIDWEST LIVING MAGAZINE June 2006 MINNESOTA Crow Wing Crest Lodge There's a fresh twist to this peaceful lakeside cabin compound in Akeley; owners John and Kim Bowen offer New Age activities, including aromatherapy and reflexology.  NEW Three spacious luxury vacation homes.  LOVED the century-old lodge (once the centerpiece of a logging camp) and the relaxed,…
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Vinegar & iodine as wood furniture polish

Vinegar & iodine as wood furniture polish
Natural Cleanin’ Corner  (Kim Bowen, published in Resorter Reporter, state-wide Minnesota resort magazine) For a healthy Resort, and a healthy YOU!   Wood Furniture Fix-its   Got some water stains, spots or cup rings on your end tables?  Try: a fresh walnut (or other nut).  Break it in half and rub the freshly broken edge…
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