This weekend in the Detroit Lakes area is packed with exciting events for all ages and interests. On Saturday, July 13, the 88th Northwest Water Carnival continues with a variety of activities, including citywide garage sales, the Tour de Lakes bike ride in honor of Mark Knutson at 9 a.m., and the Detroit Lakes EAA 1498 Fly-In, Drive-In Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon at the Detroit Lakes-Becker County Airport.
Join the Stop that Stigma Remembrance Walk starting at 11 a.m. in front of the Detroit Lakes Pavilion, and don’t miss the Water Carnival Demolition Derby and Automotive Barrel Racing at the Becker County Fairgrounds starting at 6 p.m. For a full schedule and registration details, visit dljaycees.com/water-carnival.
In addition to the Water Carnival, the Lakes Area Mountain Bike Alliance and Trails (LAMBAT) will host a free “Learn to Mountain Bike” event at Detroit Mountain Recreation Area, starting at 9 a.m. This event is open to all interested in learning to ride.
The Becker County Museum will host a rosemaling class with artist Dorothy Hoover from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., where participants can learn to decorate a 10-inch flat plate using oil paints. The class costs $43 for museum members and $45 for non-members, and pre-registration is required. Sign up at beckercountymhistory.org/store.
For camping enthusiasts, Scheel’s Sports experts will be at Maplewood State Park’s Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a “Camping 101” class. This free event will cover camping types, gear, cooking, sleeping options, and staying comfortable. Participants will learn fire-starting, sample instant meals, make camp treats, and have a chance to win prizes. Pre-register at facebook.com/FriendsofMaplewoodStatePark to secure your spot.
This weekend in the Detroit Lakes area is packed with exciting events for all ages and interests. Here’s a rundown of what’s happening on Saturday, July 13:
### Northwest Water Carnival
The 88th Northwest Water Carnival continues with a variety of activities:
– Citywide garage sales all day long.
– Tour de Lakes bike ride in honor of Mark Knutson at 9 a.m.
– Detroit Lakes EAA 1498 Fly-In, Drive-In Pancake Breakfast at the Detroit Lakes-Becker County Airport from 8 a.m. to noon.
– Dangerzone Crazies Crash Course on the Detroit Lakes City Beach at 8 a.m.
– Breakfast off the Beach at Hub 41 from 8 to 11 a.m.
– SOAR on the Sand pole vaulting competition on the Detroit Lakes City Beach from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
– Kenny’s Airboat Rides from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the beach by Gogo Rental Lakeside and Voyageur Lanes Bowling Alley.
– Sailboat Regatta on Detroit Lake (time to be announced).
– Stop that Stigma Remembrance Walk starting at 11 a.m. in front of the Detroit Lakes Pavilion.
– Water Carnival Demolition Derby and Automotive Barrel Racing at the Becker County Fairgrounds starting at 6 p.m.
### Learn to Mountain Bike
The Lakes Area Mountain Bike Alliance and Trails (LAMBAT) will host a free “Learn to Mountain Bike” event at Detroit Mountain Recreation Area, starting at 9 a.m. This event is open to all interested in learning to ride.
### Rosemaling Class
The Becker County Museum will host a rosemaling class with artist Dorothy Hoover from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., where participants can learn to decorate a 10-inch flat plate using oil paints. The class costs $43 for museum members and $45 for non-members, and pre-registration is required. Sign up at [beckercountymhistory.org/store](https://beckercountymhistory.org/store).
### Camping 101
Scheel’s Sports experts will be at Maplewood State Park’s Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a “Camping 101” class. This free event will cover camping types, gear, cooking, sleeping options, and staying comfortable. Participants will learn fire-starting, sample instant meals, make camp treats, and have a chance to win prizes. Pre-register at [facebook.com/FriendsofMaplewoodStatePark](https://facebook.com/FriendsofMaplewoodStatePark) to secure your spot.
### Paint By Nate
Head to the Discovery Center at Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge at 2 p.m. for a fun afternoon painting workshop with Park Rapids artist Nate Luetgers. Hosted by the Friends of Tamarac, this event is great for all ages. The cost is $40, which includes all materials. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Sign up via the “Paint by Nate” link at [eventbrite.com](https://eventbrite.com).
### Tamarac Sunday Movie
Enjoy a free screening of the nature-themed movie “Super Hummingbirds” at 2 p.m. in the Visitor Center at Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge. This 50-minute film showcases the fast-paced world of hummingbirds with high-speed camerawork and breakthrough science. For more information, call 218-847-2641, visit [fws.gov/refuge/tamarac](https://fws.gov/refuge/tamarac), or check the Refuge’s Facebook page.