Associate/Vendor Members

Welcome-Aboard

We appreciate each and every associate member for supporting the CMR and look forward to ongoing networking.

The CMR welcomes our wonderful associate members into our community! The following contact information makes it easy for our resort members to connect and utilize their many specialized services and resources.

Want to become an Associate Member?

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Arrow Printing

Bemidji, MN

Our Mission: To establish Arrow Printing, Inc. as the premier provider of the finest printing in our region, while maintaining our uncompromising principles of good service and community development.

Jerry Bergeron
Arrow Printing
1375 Washington Avenue South
Bemidji, MN 56601
Email Arrow Printing
www.arrowprinting.com
218-751-1564

Badlands Distribution, Inc

Fargo, ND

Looking for Ice Cream Delivery & Service to your business in the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, Colorado or Wyoming?Badlands Distribution brings nearly 40 combined years of DSD distribution experience to your area. Let us show you how the #1 selling brands combined with top level DSD service can increase your profits.

Rita & Robby McCullough
1301 39th Ave N
Fargo, ND 58102
Email Rita
badlandsdistribution.com
720-655-0202

Best Craft Furniture

Kaukauna, WI

Best Craft Furniture is your best choice!

A family-owned and operated furniture manufacturer, supplier, and maintenance company offering comprehensive furnishing solutions for stores, campgrounds, hotels, and more.

Bobby Klein
7859 Cty Rd D
Kaukauna, WI 54130
bbbykln@gmail.com
bestcraftfurniture.com
920-427-7615

Bridgeman's Ice Cream

Woodbury, MN

Setting the Standard of Quality for over 80 Years
Bridgeman’s Ice Cream is prepared with fresh milk and cream, wholesome fruits and nuts, rich cocoas and dark chocolates, sweet caramel and delicious candies. Our special recipes create a smooth and creamy, not too sweet, not too heavy taste that only can be described as original… the original, super premium and quality taste of Bridgeman’s!!

Crystal Bakker
Bridgeman's Ice Cream
2110 Eagle Creek Lane #150
Woodbury, MN 55129
Email Crystal
bridgemans.com
651-276-4028

By The Yard, Inc.

Jordan, MN

By The Yard is the premiere manufacturer of maintenance-free outdoor furniture. All of our outdoor furniture comes with our 35-year warranty. We offer 400 different products that can withstand the harshest climates and can be left outside all long. Contact us for tables, chairs, gliders, benches and planter boxes.

Brenda Rafteseth
3283 Bluff Dr.
Jordan, MN 55352
Email Brenda
bytheyard.net
952-219-7070

CabinKey

Cloquet, MN

CabinKey provides booking and management software for Minnesota resorts and lodges, campgrounds, house boat rentals and more.

Simple and powerful tools to manage the complexity of running a vacation rental property.

Shane Stillwell
CabinKey
1110 Cloquet Ave PMB 164
Cloquet, MN 55720
Email Shane
cabinkeyapp.com
218-499-9205

Clifton Larson Allen, LLP

Baxter, MN

CPAs, Advisors and Consulting firm focused on small to mid-sized family owned businesses.

Shawn Fischer
14275 Gold Course Drive, Ste 300
Baxter, MN 56425
Email Shawn
claconnect.com
218-828-0100

Creative Compass Wholesale

Bemidji, MN

During the pandemic, we pivoted our business to offer custom branded products at wholesale prices. These products are designed and printed in Bemidji and have been tried and true sellers in our retail shop Compass Rose. Add extra revenue to your retail shop by offering unique branded products that will keep marketing your resort long after their vacation.

Hannah Peura
Creative Compass Wholesale
108 3rd Street NW Bemidji, MN 56601
218-556-4183 - cell
218-497-0276
Email Hannah
compass-rose.com

Crossroads Convenience Center

Clitherall, MN

Testimonial. Stopped in to get a couple things and a coffee. Helpful staff made sure there was fresh coffee. Had a really nice chat with the owner while he bagged our minnows. Ended up getting a few shirts and fishing gear.
They are very friendly folks. You'll want to make this a regular stop.

Jeffrey Olson
21136 Co Rd 5
Clitherall, MN 56524
Email Jeffrey
crossroads-convenience-center.business.site
218-864-2700

Fireside Lodge & Lonesome Cottage Furniture Companies

Pequot Lakes, MN

Handcrafted furniture featuring Cedar, Hickory, and Barnwood made right in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota.

Sara Pridgen
30773 Patriot Avenue
Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
Email Sara
lonesomecottage.com
218-568-2432

First Western Insurance

St. Cloud, MN & Fargo, ND

First Western Insurance Named
‘Circle of Excellence Agency’
Western National Insurance Group announced that First Western Insurance has been named one of Western National’s Circle of Excellence Agencies for 2024.

Brock Swanson
Send Email
320-492-1359

Jeff Larson
Send Email
701-852-5246

First Western Insurance website

Great Places Minnesota

Minnesota

GreatPlacesMinnesota.com is a social media driven tourism site featuring lodging and golf options all over Minnesota. We enhance your social media presence by increasing your exposure to people in the Upper Midwest looking for Minnesota Resorts by creating organic posts about your resort, as well as engaging & sharing your own posts to our page that reaches between 200k-400k people per month. 

Minnesota Family Owned - Contact us to work together! 651 900 9397.

Rich Swenson
Send Email
greatplacesminnesota.com
651-900-9397
Facebook: GreatPlacesMinnesota
Facebook: HotDealsMinnesota

Greater Insurance Service

Grand Rapids, MN

Greater Insurance Service (GIS), located in northern Minnesota is an independent insurance agency with access to over 50 companies throughout the country, which allows our agents to provide you with many coverage options.

Mike Kane
407 Pokegama Ave. South
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
mkane@gismn.com
gismn.com
218-327-1854

Inn Room Supplies, Inc.

Burnsville, MN

Guest room bedding, towels & amenities.

John DesLauriers
862 Ivy Lane (mailing address)
Eagan, MN 55123
1436 Cliff Road East (warehouse)
Burnsville, MN 55337
Email John
innroomsupplies.com
800-642-4741
952-808-0530

KLC Financial

Minnetonka, MN

We finance equipment, but invest in people.
A premier finance company, our ongoing vision to bring expertly constructed flexible financing solutions that accurately meet the needs of business owners. 

KLC Financial
Spencer Thomas
3514 County Road 101
Minnetonka MN 55345
612-816-5700
spencer@KLCfinancial.com
https://klcfinancial.com/

Lake Country Resort Sales

Minnesota

Tim Aarsvold, Jennifer Bateman and David Moe have teamed up to create Lake Country Resort Sales, the newest resort and campground sales agency in Minnesota. In addition to having extensive resort experience, we are members of the Multiple Listing Service. This is a huge advertising advantage! We invite other realtors in the state to bring buyers to the table and cooperate with them to sell your property. We work as a cohesive team with every property transaction. Our goal is seller and buyer success. Call Jennifer for your FREE market analysis, or to start a conversation.

Jennifer Bateman
Send Email
lakecountryresortsales.com
218-252-9648

Midwest Captions

Brainerd, MN

Full service provider of web development, text and search engine optimization, domain registration, marketing, graphics and website animation.

Bob Sherman
150 Birchridge Drive
Brainerd MN 56401-4548
Send Email
midwestcaptions.com
218-825-8112

Midwest Insurance Agency, Inc.

Fergus Falls, MN

We specialize in Resort commercial/business insurance. Since 1997.

Amy Winter
Post Office Box 476
Fergus Falls MN 56538-0476
Send Email
Email Amy
midwestinsuranceagency.com
218-739-5735

Minnesota Business Finance Corp

St. Cloud, MN

The source for SBA 504 business lending.
For more than 35 years, MBFC has been originating SBA 504 Loans for small businesses like yours. As a Certified Development Company, we work directly with you to personally identify funds and send them your way. So whether it’s a new business idea, expansion needs, owning a storefront, or something unique to your specific business, we specialize in finding the perfect financial solution.

Terry Stein
Minnesota Business Finance Corporation
616 Roosevelt Road Suite 200
St Cloud MN 56301

Email Terry | 320-258-5009

Website: mbfc.org

Minnesota Resort Sales

Minnesota

We only sell resorts! We have proven success for over 40 years and have sold over 50 resorts in the last 5 years. Contact us for your free market analysis. With 5 offices throughout the state, we are here to service you!

Mike Anderson:
Email Mike | 218-389-6305
4334 County Road 6
Barnum, MN 55707

Dan Houle:
Email Dan | 218-235-0413

Ross Coyer:
Email Ross | 218-757-3122

Mike Wolf:
Email Mike | 507-473-0047

Joan Peterson:
Email Joan | 218-839-4711

mnresortsales.com
mnresortsalesnorth.com
Facebook: Minnesota Resort Sales North

Mora Unclaimed Freight Furniture

Mora, Minnesota

OUR FURNITURE STORE OFFERS AFFORDABLE FURNISHINGS FOR EVERY ROOM IN YOUR HOME OR CABIN!

We have a HUGE selection of home, cabin, and outdoor furniture available in our store. Stop in and check out our large inventory of furniture including tables, couches, chairs, bed frames, dressers, night stands, recliners, sectionals, book cases, love seats, ottomans and more. You’ll find a nice selection of mattresses, rugs, pillows, lamps and decorator items. If you don’t see something you like we can order it for you. Our goal is to be the best discount furniture store in Minnesota. (Delivery is available on all purchases.)

Ron Tvedt:
Email Ron | 320-679-3428
1859 Frontage Road
Mora, MN 55051
milacaunclaimedfreight.com

National Marine Manufacturers Association

Minneapolis, MN

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the nation’s leading trade association representing boat, marine engine and accessory manufacturers. Collectively, NMMA members manufacture an estimated 80 percent of marine products used in North America.

John Ferguson
National Marine Manufacturers Association
PO Box 19230
Minneapolis MN 55419
612-332-9942
jferguson@nmma.org
www.nmma.org

Nelson Ink

Middle River, MN

CUSTOM PRINTED MERCH
We've Got You Covered...Literally!

We Know Promo! Custom printed merchandise is our jam!

We're here to help your ideas come to life, check out our services and let's start making!

Melissa Nelson
330 North 2nd Street
Middle River, MN 56737
Email Melissa
nelsonink.com
218-222-3831

Nor-Son Construction

Baxter, MN

CRAFTSMANSHIP BEYOND COMPARE.

The people of Nor-Son know that passion, determination and creativity are the catalysts for greatness. Our clients have it. Our employees have it. We’ve had the opportunity to work with some of the most entrepreneurial clients, the most creative designers, and the most detailed artisans.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

Renee Johnson
7900 Hastings Road
Baxter, MN 56425
Email Renee
Nor-SonConstruction.com
218-828-1722

Northland Lawn & Sport

Grand Rapids, MN

Northland provides innovative solutions with the urgency required by our customers. Our sales professionals are committed to matching you with the right equipment to suit your personal needs. As a family-owned and operated John Deere dealer, we understand the critical nature of connecting with you on a personal level to ensure a first class experience. We don’t just sell John Deere, it is our core business.

Jackie Schuemann
20648 US Highway 169
Grand Rapids MN 55744
Email Jackie
mynorthland.com
218-326-1200

Northwoods Bank of Minnesota

Park Rapids, MN

Northwoods Bank is a full service bank with extensive resort lending experience.

Roger Stewart
PO Box 112
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Email Roger
NorthwoodsBank.com
218-732-7221

Pine Insurance Agency

Aitkin, MN

We take care of all your resort insurance needs – just one call, we take care of it all!

Lacy Johnson
216 Minnesota Avenue N
Aitkin MN 56431
Email Dan
pineagency.us
218-927-4114

Pinnacle Marketing Group

Bemidji, MN

Pinnacle Marketing Group is a full-service marketing and design company offering website development, social media management, video production, graphic design services, e-newsletters, targeted online campaigns, media planning and more! With over 30 years of experience, we have the expertise needed to create and implement effective marketing strategies, tailored to the needs of your resort.

4030 Technology Dr. NW
Bemidji, MN 56601
pinnaclemgp.com
218-444-1819

Providence Financial Advisors

Grand Rapids, MN

Business and legacy planning for resort owners and families. We advise on retirement planning, insurance and investment solutions. 

Benjamin Weerts
32 NW 4th Street
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Email Benjamin
www.providencefa.com
218-326-0068

RAVE Sports

Eagan, MN

We’ve got fun on the water covered!

In 1997, RAVE Sports was founded in Minnesota to provide innovative, high-quality products for water sports fun. We started with the original blue-and-yellow ultra-durable inflatable water trampoline that jump-started an entire industry. We’ve since expanded into other water sports categories, yet have never stopped creating innovative products to provide fun on the water. Our products have been providing water fun for thousands of families, camps, and resorts around the world and we have continued innovating into other areas of water sports including:

  • Water Trampolines and Bouncers
  • Boat Towable Tubes
  • Stand Up Paddle Boards
  • Water Skis and Wakeboards
  • Life Vests and Accessories
  • Pool Floats

Jason Borg, National Sales Director
3985 Aldrin Drive Suite #301
Eagan MN 55121-2270
Email Jason
ravesports.com
651-255-4850

Tana DeBoer, Marketing Manager
3985 Aldrin Drive Suite #301
Eagan MN 55121-2270
Email Tana
ravesports.com
651-255-4810

ResortForward (by Banter Software)

Minnesota

ResortForward (by Banter Software) offers modern reservation booking software. Designed with the help of resort owners who outlined the pain-points in today's reservation software systems. This product is tailored specifically to the resort industry (no hotels). They are currently supporting many Minnesota-based resorts. ResortForward prides themselves on support and are available to help 24/7. They will handle your conversion from your current system for free in a very timely-manner.

If you are interested in scheduling a free demo or learning more about how ResortForward can help your resort, please email them at info@resortforward.com

Brian
Email Brian
bantersoftware.com
952-905-9024

Dave
Email Dave
bantersoftware.com
952-393-9288

RezStream, Inc.

Denver, CO

RezStream specializes in a cloud-based reservation software and online reservation booking engine services to independent hotels, resorts, bed & breakfasts, and inns. We also offer artistic website designs and comprehensive Internet marketing services for all types of businesses.

Lyles Armour
3801 E. Florida Ave. #800
Denver, CO 80210
Email Sales
Email Support
rezstream.com
303-872-0217
720-420-7783
866-360-8210

RS Sales

Backus, MN

Custom embroidery & screen print apparel (jackets, coats, tees, caps, shorts, sweats, lounge wear, towels and much more.)

Russell Schaefer
6925 Fieldstone Ct SW
Pequot Lakes MN 56472
Email Russell
218-820-8289

S & L Outlet

Park Rapids, MN

Specializing in up north furniture for your lake home, cabin or resort. We also offer mattresses at special resort prices.

Steve & Lucy Criswell
232 Henrietta Ave. N.
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Email Steve
218-732-0799
Facebook: S & L Outlet

Septic Check, Inc.

Milaca, MN

We design, install, repair and maintain septic systems throughout the state of Minnesota, both commercial and residential.

6074 Keystone Road
Milaca MN 56353
Send Email
septiccheck.com
320-983-2447

SIDELINES-USA, LLC

Dassel, MN

Authorized sales agency for Wild West Shirt Company, High Road Flannel Company, Harley-Davidson Performance Eyewear by
WILEY X, and more!

SIDELINES-USA, LLC
Terrance O'Brien

70366 219th Street 1
Dassel, MN 55325
Send Email
www.SidelinesUSA.com
763-267-2373

TGT Stickers

Detroit Lakes, MN

We started out a number of years ago, making
incredibly cool stickers, and it’s been so successful
that we are not one of the biggest sticker manufactures out there.

Yes, we are a sticker company. But truly, we
are an art company. So, it was only fitting
that we branched out into other categories
like keychains, magnets, patches, apparel,
Richardson Hats and the list goes on and on!

Let us help you give your visitors a lasting memento!

TGT Stickers. Inc.
Tasha Restad

750 Randolph Road
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Send Email
www.tgtstickers.com
701-306-5815

The TeeHive

Baxter, MN

CUSTOM APPAREL MADE EASY
Customized item should be eazy.

  • Minnesota Made
  • Fast Turn-Around
  • Work Directly With A Designer
  • No Set-Up Fees
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

WE BELIEVE Customization is all about YOU

Our mission is to give you exactly what you want for your school, event, sport, business, or if you are just looking for that one special design.

With our sweetness, anything is possible.

The Teehive
William Volbert

13143 Cypress Drive
Baxter MN 56425

Send Email
www.theteehive.com
320-232-9024

Viking Log Furniture

St Joseph, MN

Manufacturer of rustic log and barnwood furnishings and accessories.

Scott Legatt
38169 County Road 2
St Joseph, MN 56374
Send Email
vikinglogfurniture.com
320-259-0909
Facebook: Viking Log Furniture

Water Wars

Pequot Lakes, MN

Manufacturer of dynamic family oriented water games and attractions since 1989.

Tommy Woog
PO Box 383
Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
Send Email
waterwars.com
218-568-4099

Westwood Professional Services

St Cloud, MN

We support our public infrastructure, private development, and power clients across the country and beyond.

John Blenker
1900 Medical Arts Ave S, Suite 100
Sartell MN 56377
Send Email
www.westwoodps.com
320-253-9495

Widseth

Brainerd/Baxter, MN

Architects, Engineers, Scientists, Surveyors
Create Value. Inspire Greatness.

With 16 unique disciplines spanning dozens of markets, our team of 230+ professionals can help you from start to finish on your project. Widseth is a full-service architecture, engineering, environmental, and surveying firm with offices in Alexandria, Bemidji, Brainerd/Baxter, Crookston, Duluth, East Grand Forks, Hibbing, Mankato, Perham, Rochester, and Wyoming, MN and Grand Forks, ND

Chad Connor
7804 Industrial Park Road
Baxter, MN 56425-2720
Send Email
www.westwoodps.com
218-316-3632