North Dakota's Natural Attractions

One of North Dakota's most beautiful natural attractions is the Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge located about 20 miles north of Jamestown on US Highway 281. This refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife was founded in 1935 as a national preserve to help save North Dakota's precious wildlife. With over 16,000 acres of prairies and lakes, this natural preserve gives nature lovers a first-class opportunity to see North Dakota's spectacular wildlife in its natural habitat.

Another wondrous natural attraction that is sure to provide any outdoor enthusiast with a day of peace and tranquility is the Sully Creek State Park. Visitors to this gorgeous natural state park are invited to savor the opportunities to partake in some of the finest canoeing, hiking, and trail riding available in the United States. With plenty of outdoor activities for the entire family, travelers visiting the Sully Creek State Park in Medora are sure to fall in love with the enchanting natural beauty that makes North Dakota such a special place.

North Dakota's Historical Attractions

Besides having great natural attractions, North Dakota has some fantastic historical attractions that tell this state's unique story in the development of the American West. One of the state's most fascinating historical attractions is Fort Mandan Overlook State Historic Site in Washburn. It was on this location that the Corps of Discovery, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, set up its headquarters during the savage winter weather of 1804. With wonderful exhibits telling the story of how these intrepid explorers moved across the continent during their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, the Fort Mandan Overlook State Historic Site is an attraction that history lovers are sure to enjoy.

Another marvelous historical attraction is Bonanzaville USA in West Fargo. Offering visitors an interesting glimpse into the 1800s, this museum and historic village showcases what life was like for early settlers to North Dakota. With a collection of schoolhouses and genuine log cabins, this museum tells the story of America's frontier in ways that travelers are sure to find fun and educational. All in all, this museum showcases one of the finest collections of frontier artifacts to be found anywhere in the United States.

North Dakota's Cultural Attractions

On top of the spectacular historical attractions that North Dakota possesses, the state is blessed with marvelous cultural attractions. One cultural attraction that showcases North Dakota's agricultural heritage is the Gardendweller's Farm in Church's Ferry. This farm has exhibits that display how North Dakota has grown from an agricultural state producing herbs and corn into a state that has a highly diversified agribusiness sector. With fun things for the entire family, this farm is an attraction that everyone is sure to enjoy.

Another fabulous cultural attraction that displays some of North Dakota's finest artwork is the Enchanted Highway in Regent. This 32-mile stretch of highway has seven massively impressive metal sculptures along the road that are certain to leave visitors awestruck. Each of these sculptures features picnic tables and playground equipment that makes each one an artistic park for visitors to enjoy. All in all, this stretch of highway is a feast of splendid artwork that is pleasing for any eye to see.

Overall, North Dakota is a fantastic state that visitors are sure to find offers something for everyone in the family. Whether you are an art aficionado or an avid outdoors enthusiast, you will find that North Dakota has attractions available across the entire state that make it a great vacation destination. On the whole, few other states showcase the innovative culture and spirit of America the way North Dakota does.

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Government

North Dakota Government - Official Portal for North Dakota State Government
South Dakota Governor Dennis Dauggard - Official website for the Lt. Governor of South Dakota
Secretary of State - North Dakota - Official Hompage of the North Dakota Secretary of State
North Dakota Securities Department - regulates the offer and sale of securities and franchises in the State of North Dakota, and protects the investing public by enforcing compliance with our state's laws. The Department promotes public awareness of securities laws to prevent violations and to prevent investment fraud. The Department provides investor education programs for all ages to improve the level of financial literacy in our state.
North Dakota Supreme Court - provides directories for lawyers, schedule of the hearing, guides and indexes

Business & Development

North Dakota Department of Economic Development & Finance - leads the state's efforts to attract, retain and expand economic wealth.
WebPager Website Design - provides web design services including animation, art, development, and graphics
North Dakota Department of Commerce - the state's lead economic development agency and is charged with coordinating and focusing the state's economic development resources.
Bank of North Dakota - provides that all BND deposits are guaranteed by the full faith and credit of the State of North Dakota.

Education & Training

Western Dakota Tech - offers 20+ programs in Business, Computers, Construction, Health, Legal and Public Services, Mechanical Trades, and Science and Technology.
Kilian Community College in Sioux Falls - to ensure that students receive a high quality eduction. They believe that if students are provided with strong opportunities and support systems, they can be successful in reaching their academic and life goals.
ND School for the Deaf/Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing - an educational institution for the education of children with severe to profound hearing loss. To provide an environment in which individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can access the services and support that they need to become and remain integrated, productive citizens of the state.
Bismarck State College - an innovative community college, offers high quality education, workforce training, and enrichment programs reaching local and global communities.

Organizations & Associations

State Bar of North Dakota - the official statewide organization of lawyers and the oldest unified state bar association in the nation. The mission of the State Bar Association is to promote justice and to serve the lawyers and the people of North Dakota.
North Dakota Grain Dealers Association - An online Official homepage
North Dakota State Board of Optometry - the state agency responsible for the licensure of doctors of optometry and enforcement of statutes governing the practice of optometry.
Maah Daah Hey Trail Association - A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing and maintaining a linear, non-motorized, sustainable, recreational trail system in southwest North Dakota, through voluntary and public involvement, and in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service.

Health & Families

Focus Adolescent Services - provides aid for families with troubled teens
North Dakota Diabetes Control Program - An online guide to the services and support that this agency provides
North Dakota Cancer Coalition - made up of partners from across the state who work together with the common goal of reducing the incidence and death of cancer among North Dakotans. North Dakota Cancer Coalition partners worked together to write North Dakota's Cancer Control Plan.
North Dakota Health Alert Network (NDHAN) - Your source for current information about health emergencies.

Arts & Culture

Bismarck Art & Galleries Association - orks consistently to stimulate the study and presentation of the visual arts, to encourage and expand participation and appreciation by all persons, and to preserve our regional cultural heritage.
South Dakota Satsang Society - Official Website
The Arts Center, Jamestown ND - Promoting the arts in the area for over thirty years. Includes calendar of events, information about classes, artist in residency and after school programs .
Artists of North Dakota Ballet Company - The official ballet company of the state of North Dakota, is a non-profit dance organization committed to promoting classical ballet and other dance styles in Grand Forks and the surrounding areas.

Recreation & Sports

North Dakota Bowhunters Association - A group of dedicated archers working to improve and protect the rights and privileges of Bowhunters and to promote and expand the sport of archery in North Dakota.
North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame - located within the Jamestown Civic Center. The Jamestown Civic Center offers a variety of recreational opportunities from summer activities such as fishing, hunting, and golfing to winter activities such as ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross country skiing.
North Dakota Racing Commission - the regulatory body in charge of regulating live and simulcast racing in North Dakota and administers three special funds for the benefit of the horse racing industry in North Dakota.
Pheasant Country Golf Course - The "Best Hidden 18-Hole Golf Course In North Dakota". They offer the most friendly environment possible for families and those who take the game most serious and also they can offer you a challenging course with three sets of tees and a full 18-hole paved cart path. Fantastic good food to keep you happy at the turn. Full pro shop and driving range.

Real Estate

North Dakota Real Estate Commission - It is charged with the duty of supervising real estate licensees in a manner to ensure that they meet standards which will promote public understanding and confidence in the business of real estate brokerage.
Prairie Rose Realty, Inc. - They offer North Dakota Land, Farms, Ranches, Rural Property, Hunting Land, CRP and Investment Land, Wetland and Rural Community Homes For Sale.
North Dakota Real Estate - A global network directory of North Dakota real estate. Homes, farms, ranches, huntingland, fishing real estate, property for sale by agents and owners! Commercial, residential, agricultural and recreational real estate for sale. Real estate from other states and countries may also be found on this website.
Pifers Auction and Realty - A full service auction and real estate firm.
Bianco Realty Inc. - A website where you can access detailed information on their featured listings for sale, as well other properties for sale in the Bismarck-Mandan MLS which includes surrounding areas. For your convenience, they have also included a preview of upcoming Open Houses which are posted on the website every Friday.

Shopping & Entertainment

Nightclubs in North Dakota - Provides a list of directory in all night clubs all over North Dakota
Shop ND Mall - An online mall that allows you to shop multiple North Dakota businesses in one site.
The Northern Club - A Gentlemen Club in North Dakota
Pride of Dakota - provide information about products, stuffs, gift ideas that are made from North Dakota

Tourism & Travel

North Dakota Travel - Official website of the North Dakota Travel and Tourism. It provides information on accommodations, maps, and more
North Dakota Outdoor Parks Guide - An online guide to parks in the state with maps
North Dakota Legendary - Travel North Dakota your one stop guide
Greater Grand Forks Convention & Visitors Bureau - Grand Fun. Grand Shopping. Grand Dining. Simply Grand.

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