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06/23/2026

One button. Lots of hometown fun. ✨

As Pequot Lakes gears up for America’s 250th celebration, there’s a new way to shop local, save local, and celebrate local during Stars & Stripes Days 🇺🇸

The 2026 Blinky Buttons are here! For just $5, you’ll unlock exclusive Stars & Stripes Days deals at participating Pequot Lakes businesses on July 3–4 and help light up the fireworks celebration.

We’re proud to be the official Blinky Button Sponsor and support the local businesses, events, and traditions that make summer in the Brainerd Lakes Area so special.

Planning a Fourth of July getaway in the B.L.A.? Add this to your weekend itinerary.

Learn more and find participating businesses: pequotlakes.com/ssd-deals

06/17/2026

Dad’s day in the B.L.A. starts here. 🎣⛳️🚤🍔

Father’s Day weekend is the perfect excuse to spend quality time together in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Whether Dad’s idea of a great day includes hitting the golf course, casting a line, cruising the lake, firing up the grill, or enjoying a cold local brew, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate.

We rounded up some of our favorite local spots for fishing, golf, boating, dining, sweet treats, and more—making it easy to plan a weekend that feels uniquely Up North while supporting local businesses along the way.

And if you’re looking for a classic summer tradition, don’t miss the Whitefish Chain Classic & Wooden Boat Show on Saturday, June 20, at Moonlite Bay in Crosslake. Stop by and say hello to the Woods to Water team while you’re there!

Celebrate Dad. Support local. Make memories in the B.L.A.

Read the full Father’s Day Guide on the blog:

https://bookthebla.com/blog/dads-day-in-the-bla/

06/16/2026

🇺🇸 FOURTH OF JULY WEEK - availability

Looking for the perfect place to gather the entire crew this Independence Day?

The GetAway is currently available July 1–8 and is the last remaining Fourth of July week opening in the Book the B.L.A. collection.

🏡 7 Bedrooms | Sleeps 24
🌲 520 Private Acres in Pequot Lakes

Turn a holiday weekend into a tradition.

⛳ Privateer 5-hole golf course
🏊 In-ground pool
♨️ Outdoor hot tub
🧗 Ropes course & obstacle challenges
🏹 Archery & axe throwing
🔥 Outdoor grilling & games
🚲 Miles of trails to explore

Whether you’re bringing multiple families, hosting a reunion, or gathering friends for an unforgettable week Up North, The GetAway was built for making memories.

Fourth of July availability in the Brainerd Lakes Area is nearly gone, and opportunities to host a group of this size are even harder to find.

Book direct and celebrate the Fourth in the North.
Stay. Play. B.L.A.

06/12/2026

Ladies and gentlemen... They're HERE! ⭐🤑

You may have heard that we're doing something extra special for America's 250th at Stars & Stripes Days 2026. We're excited to partner with local businesses to offer Blinky Button Deals & Discounts on July 3–4, 2026!

What does this mean for you?
Starting now through July 4, you can purchase a 2026 Blinky Button from participating businesses for just $5. Then, present your button to unlock exclusive discounts at your favorite businesses on July 3–4 (unless otherwise noted).

A huge thank you to Book the BLA by Woods to Water Real Estate our official Blinky Button Sponsor, for helping make this possible! 🎉

That's not all! The buttons light up and flash, helping brighten the night sky during the Stars & Stripes Days Fireworks.

✨ Explore participating businesses and find out where to purchase your button:
https://pequotlakes.com/ssd-deals

06/10/2026

🇺🇸 We are the proud Blinky Button Sponsor for the 2026 Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days! Support the Pequot Chamber by purchasing your $5 button and in return support locals receive discounts at Pequot Lakes participating businesses on July 3-4th.

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

Advocating for the Future of Minnesota Tourism & Hospitality

This week, Woods To Water Founder Colton Maher is representing the Brainerd Lakes Area in Washington, D.C. as Chair of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber Board, joining fellow Minnesota business and community leaders at the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Fly-In.

Why does that matter to us?

Because the future of tourism, hospitality, workforce development, infrastructure, and economic growth directly impacts destinations like the Brainerd Lakes Area.

Every family vacation, weekend getaway, fishing trip, and lake tradition supports local restaurants, shops, attractions, resorts, service providers, and small businesses throughout our communities. A strong visitor economy helps keep our region thriving.

We’re proud to be part of conversations that help strengthen the places we call home and the experiences that bring people here year after year.

The Brainerd Lakes Area has a story worth telling—and we’re honored to help represent it on a national stage.

06/05/2026

🚨 BIRCH BAY ON GULL LAKE - One of our most sought-after Gull Lake stays just opened up two rare summer windows.

☀️ June 22–29
☀️ July 14–19

Snag reduced nightly rates and a lower minimum stay of just 4 nights for July on Gull Lake.

If you’ve been hoping for a summer escape on Gull Lake, this is one of the best opportunities left on the calendar.

✔️ Prime Gull Lake location
✔️ Peak summer dates
✔️ Reduced rates
✔️ Flexible 4-night minimum

These openings won’t last long.

Book your stay today:
https://bookthebla.com/vrp/unit/Birchbay-30-15

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06/05/2026

🏆 NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN! 🏆

For years, we’ve had the privilege of helping families create lifelong memories in the Brainerd Lakes Area through exceptional vacation homes, local expertise, and curated guest experiences.

Now we’re asking for a small favor.

The 2026 Best of the Best nominations are officially open from June 1–14, and we’d be honored to earn your nomination.

Whether we’ve helped you plan a family vacation, find the perfect cabin, celebrate a special occasion, or simply experience the Brainerd Lakes Area like a local, we’d love your support.

❤️ Nomination Period: June 1–14
🗳️ Voting Begins: July 1

Every nomination helps us continue sharing the places, people, and experiences that make this area so special.

Nominate us here:
https://www.bestofthemidwest.com/brainerd/best-of-the-best-brainerd #//

Thank you for supporting local businesses, local jobs, and the people who work every day to make the Brainerd Lakes Area a destination worth returning to year after year.

Exceptional Homes. Curated Experiences. Lifelong Memories.

06/04/2026

🚨TICKET GIVEAWAY TIME 🎫
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This time to THIS SATURDAY's Pop 2000 Tour at Grand Casino Mille Lacs 🎤
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Task is simple...
1.) Tag 4 friends you'd bring with
2.) Follow Grand Casino MN, Listen Local, BlazeAir Productions & Woods to Water Real Estate
3.) Have a BLAST singing your hearts out on Saturday to 2000s hits by Ryan Cabrera, O-Town, LFO and Chris Kirkpatrick 🤩
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🎙️We'll be announcing the winner on THIS AFTERNOON's LIVE show🚨