The Destination Marketing Organization whose mission is to

The Destination Marketing Organization whose mission is to generate a positive economic impact through tourism.

River History Logging Fur Trade Fishing Power Generation Tourism Native American Traditions Wild Rice Harvest Great Resources: Blandin Paper MN Power Forest History Center Itasca County Historical Society Corps of Engineers Grand Rapids Public Library

Market & Promote to lure visitors to the Grand Rapids area. Visitor Audience Those seeking their ideal balance between nature and community. Utilize Community Brand Grand Rapids, It’s in Minnesota’s Nature

Market for Overnight Lodging • 100+ mile radius beyond Grand Rapids • 52% visitors come from Twin Cities

Partners Government/Agencies • • • City County DNR Chippewa National Forest Mississippi River Parkway Commission Clubs/Associations • Get Fit Itasca • Recreation Clubs – Club Mesabi – Mountain Bike Club – Snowmobile Clubs – Nordic Ski Clubs • Itasca Trails Taskforce • Edge of Wilderness Byway

Sample Marketing Outdoor Enthusiast Bicyclist - Niche Marketing Family Leisure Groups

Outdoor Events & Attraction Venues Draw Visitors • Mississippi River Music Festival • Mississippi Showboat – Outdoor Theatre – Melodie Showboat Musical – Ziibi Musical • Forest History Center

New Opportunities • New Water Sports Business – Livery Service • New Events

Megan Christianson Office Phone: 218 -326 -9607 Cell Phone: 218 -259 -0572 Website: www. visitgrandrapids. com Email: megan@visitgrandrapids. com Follow Us: Grand Rapids, Minnesota Fan Page Visit Grand Rapids GRHappenings Visit Grand Rapids