3M Wonewok The Wonewok Experience
The History of Wonewok The modern history of Wonewok begins in the 1870s, when its virgin white pine forest was logged. But time was not the only attraction. Beautiful scenery, lakes and plentiful fish and game made the Park Rapids area a favorite with tourists. By the 1920s, the area had become so popular that an enterprising land development company acquired 200 acres of what is now Wonewok Conference Center. Later that decade, a Chicago industrialist named Fred A. Nachman became so enamored of the area s natural beauty that he purchased the property for a private retreat. As he built his stately lodge, he was unsparing in his attention to detail. Much of his legacy remains to the present day. 3M acquired the property in 1955. Under 3M s stewardship, Wonewok s land and lakes have been carefully preserved. The wildlife is supported through preservation programs and habitat conservation. For more than 50 years, Wonewok has been an integral part of 3M s history and tradition, providing world class quality and service to 3M customers and employees from all corners of the world. Visiting Wonewok and experiencing its very special magic will create unforgettable memories and lasting business connections.
Wonewok Fact Sheet Location Approximately 220 miles northwest of Minneapolis St. Paul Covers an area of over 700 acres and encompasses 7 miles of shoreline on two lakes, Mantrap Lake and Petite Lake. Transportation From Minneapolis St. Paul via 3M corporate aircraft or deluxe motor coach service. Capacity 36 deluxe guest rooms are available in the Main Lodge and in six other cottages located throughout the property. Optimum suggested capacity is 36 single occupancy/60 double (couples). Audubon International Sanctuary Wonewok has been a member of the Sanctuary since 2000. Under 3M s stewardship, Wonewok s land and lakes have been carefully preserved. Local wildlife is supported by a variety of preservation programs and habitat conservation. More than 15 miles of hiking trails encircle Wonewok and tours are conducted by local wildlife experts and naturalists. General Information Wonewok is ADA compliant and offers two special access rooms All cottages and Main Lodge are smoke-free environments Internet connectivity is available throughout the property Cell phone service can be intermittent. However, phone service is available in all guest rooms.
Map of Minnesota Contact Information Wonewok Conference Center 21254 County Road 24 Park Rapids, MN 56470 Telephone: (218) 732-7271 Fax: (218) 732-7277 3M Triminet Phone: *8-743-1148 3M Triminet Fax: *8-743-1118 Web Site: 3M.com/VisitWonewok Itasca State Park Wonewok 24 4 7 34 Park Rapids 64 71 64 Wadena 10 Park Rapids Duluth N Mississippi River Minneapolis St. Paul Rochester
Property Map MAIN ENTRANCE A Petite Lake B E C D F Mantrap Lake G N Tennis and Basketball Trap Range Fishing Boathouse Water Sports Exercise Room Driving Range & Putting Green Volleyball Court & Badminton Lakeside Pavilion & Horseshoes A. Pineview Cottage B. Garden Cottage C. Main Lodge D. South Cottage E. Petite Cottage F. Hilltop Cottage G. Birchview Cottage
Guest Accommodations Deluxe guest lodging is provided in the rustic Main Lodge and in a number of cottages scattered throughout the property. Please refer to the property map for cottage locations. B. Garden Cottage A. Pineview Cottage 10 11 33 32 31 30 29 28 C. Main Lodge Upper Pineview Cottage 36 Lower Pineview Cottage 27 26 25 2 1 35 34 3 D. South Cottage F. Hilltop Cottage 4 5 E. Petite Cottage 6 7 15 17 18 13 14 12 16 8 9 G. Birchview Cottage 24 23 21 22 19 20 Lower Birchview Cottage
World-Class Cuisine As it has done for many years, Wonewok s famous gourmet cuisine continues to delight and surprise with new, exciting entrees and elegant homemade desserts, created by our own culinary team, including our expert pastry chef. Wonewok Cookbook The Wonewok Cookbook captures the best of Wonewok s signature recipes and is available to all guests as a memento of their stay. The Menus A full breakfast menu is offered featuring daily highlights including Wonewok s house-created bakery items and an array of seasonal fresh fruit. Champagne brunch is also available. Lunch is generally served either in the Main Lodge or al fresco, weather permitting. It may be served lakeside as a shore lunch in warm weather or at Wannigan s Landing as a Loggers Lunch during the winter months. In winter, guests may choose to travel to lunch in one of our horse-drawn sleighs. Dinner is served either in the Main Lodge or at the Lakeside Pavilion. On warm summer evenings, our pontoon on Mantrap Lake also serves as a wonderful alternative for an outside evening reception, with hors d oeuvres and cocktails. This provides the perfect opportunity to continue team building in a casual setting.
Activities Year Round Activities While enjoyment of the outdoors is a main focus at Wonewok, guests may enjoy a broad spectrum of activities and special classes in every season of the year. All equipment and outdoor clothing required for all activities is provided by Wonewok. Evening entertainment options might include our International Wine & Cheese Receptions, or a Beer Tasting event. A variety of other entertainment is also available. Spring, Summer & Fall Activities Archery Fishing Golf Hiking & Biking Trap Shooting Water Sports Instruction in basic bow handling, shooting and safety techniques is provided. Located in a natural forested area. Wonewok offers fishing on two lakes on the property. Mantrap Lake is home to trophy-sized northern, muskie, large and small mouth bass and pan fish, while Petite Lake is stocked with trout. Fly Fishing - Guests are encouraged to take full advantage of the highly acclaimed Scientific Angler product range. Instruction is available in basic casting techniques and procedures of the sport. Leech Lake Fishing - Boat rental with fishing guides are available on Leech Lake, in Walker, MN. Wonewok has a driving range and practice putting green on the property and local golf courses close by are used for 9 and 18 holes. More than 15 miles of hiking trails surround Wonewok, which you can roam freely or participate in a guided tour with a local guide to learn interesting facts on the local flora and fauna. Our trap range offers guests the opportunity to test their skills in a number of different competitions, sure to challenge even accomplished shooters. For those new to the sport, our experienced staff will provide demonstration and instruction on safety, use and shooting techniques. Kayaking, waterskiing and motorized speedboats are available. Our pontoon boat is also a perfect venue for evening cruises.
Activities Winter Activities Ice Fishing Ice Skating Snowmobiling Cross Country Ski Clinic, Skiing & Snowshoeing Dog Sled Rides If you re new to the winter wonderland of Minnesota, experience ice fishing on Petite and Mantrap Lakes. Figure and hockey skates are available for guests to enjoy an afternoon on the ice, followed by a hot beverage in our convenient lakeside warming house. Guests can enjoy a scenic ride on Mantrap Lake on one of our up to date snowmobiles. Wonewok staff provide safety instruction and appropriate winter wear for this exhilarating activity. Enjoy over 15 miles of groomed trails around the property. All ski and snowshow equipment is provided and expert help is available for training and on equipment. An opportunity of a lifetime! All-Season Activities Several off-site activities are offered at Wonewok including: Itasca State Park Shopping in Park Rapids and Walker, MN Spa Services Visit Minnesota s largest park and discover the headwaters of the Mississippi River. Quaint, small town shopping at its best. Appointments for Spa Services may be made by request.
Team Building Opportunities Wonewok offers a wide range of options to promote team interaction. Here are just a few highlights... Group Cooking Programs Group Cooking Programs presented by our in-house culinary team have become one of our most popular events, offering an informal and fun way to break the ice and allow people from differing backgrounds and interests to come together in the spirit of collaboration and friendship. A complete series of these group cooking programs is available, ranging from Around the World to a Minnesota North Woods Experience, each with a unique menu featuring organic ingredients. Each cooking experience is carefully structured and clearly explained to enable guests to learn new techniques and stretch their culinary boundaries in a light-hearted and communal way. Teams are selected and each team is asked to prepare courses for the group s dinner that evening with hands-on direction from our culinary team. This provides a great opportunity for interaction and melding of diverse skills and talents. At the end of the preparation time, the teams come together for a reception and to enjoy the fruits of their labors. Trap Shooting Our trap range offers guests the opportunity to test their skills in a number of different competitions, sure to challenge even the most accomplished shooters. For those new to the sport, our experienced staff will provide demonstration and instruction on safety, use of the equipment and shooting techniques. All equipment and ear protection is provided by Wonewok. Team Building Activities Groups may also choose to customize their own team building activities. Wonewok staff will be delighted to assist in planning and facilitating these events, or to recommend professional event management suppliers.