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Cook Zoo
Zoos, or zoological gardens, exist in many forms all over the world. The first zoo showing wild animals from exotic locations to the public was opened in London Zoo, in 1828.
Zoo now often incorporate landscape immersion, where the animals' natural environment is recreated in their enclosures.
Modern zoos range from safari parks, where visitors drive through vast areas, seeing animals in the open range, to petting or childrens' zoos, where children can hold or stroke domestic and farm animals. Zoos also include aquariums, animal sanctuaries, animal theme parks, bird parks and reptile parks, and there are even butterfly zoos.
Zoo visits are fun, entertaining and educational, so wherever you are, visit your local zoo.
Zoo in Cook, Minnesota, United States
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Cooks Country Connection
Cooks Country Connection in Cook, Minnesota is a petting zoo and farm connecting people, animals and the land, and here you can interact with donkeys, ponies, alpacas, llamas, bunnies, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, fowl feathered friends, their pets, wildlife and more. You can also meet the farmers at Cooks Country Connection and the farm store will have beautiful items for purchase as well as clothing, craft items, great gifts, souvenirs and more. Located not far from Lake Vermilion on a family farm homestead, Cooks Country Connection shares with you their farm and animal life, and it's more than just a petting zoo, it's an education destination too and a great location for classes and seminars, so come interact with the animals, and also learn how to grow something, they are also an event center for parties, plus there are hiking and nature trails, it's all here and more.
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Lake Vermilion Vacation Rental Cabins2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Lake Vermilion Vacation Rental Cabins in Cook, Minnesota offer spaciously and privately located cabins on Lake Vermilion, ideal for fishing vacations, family getaways, romantic weekends and more. Most of the cabins are pet friendly and there are several large cabins available for family reunions, wedding, corporate meetings and retreats, and they come with private swimming areas and docks, outdoor firepits and grills, sauna's and a full size kitchen, some even have multiple TV's and air conditioning, they offer all the comfort and privacy of home. Lake Vermilion Vacation Rental Cabins also offer boat rentals to enjoy world class fishing out on the lake or exploring the many islands, coves and bays, other attractions include wildlife watching, golf, hiking, swimming and exploring, come stay in one of their spacious vacation rental cabins for unforgettable fun, they also have other water accessory toys for rents, it's all here.READ MORE
Manick Docks and Recreation2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Manick Docks and Recreation in Cook, Minnesota offer new dock construction, marine rail systems, new and used boat lifts, dock and boat lift repair as well as seasonal lifting. They are also dealers for Smoker Craft, Pier Pleasure, Sylvan and Floe and are located just outside of Cook at their new location east of the intersection of highway 24 and highway 115. They have new and used boats for sale, as well as many other water accessories, and can custom build any size and style of dock for your needs, and design rail systems for both into boathouses as well as onto the shore as well as repair all boat lifts - vinyl pads, pulleys and cables. Manick Docks and Recreation also offer seasonal lifting, barge services and used boat lifts, they cover all your dock, repair and rail system needs.READ MORE
Ludlow's Island Resort2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Ludlow's Island Resort in Cook, Minnesota welcomes you to your own private island for the perfect Lake Vermilion vacation destination, and a stay in classic Northwoods cottages hand crafted by the Ludlow family. All cabins are situated under a canopy of pine and birch trees within four feet of the water and they have wood burning fire places, decks, screened porches and multiple baths, and choices vary from one to five bedrooms. Weddings at Ludlow’s Island Resort include a ceremony on the beach, in the lodge or on a large granite shelf on the edge of their Lake Vermilion shore, you can even arrive in style on one of their vintage wooden boats, and they take care of everything from the menu to the accommodation, guest activities and more, they also host corporate retreats. There are also boats available for rent with fish and ski setups, pontoons and more, come for a fantastic vacation on the island, it's an unforgettable experience.READ MORE
Life of Riley Resort2015-01-22
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
The Life of Riley Resort in Cook, Minnesota is located on northeastern Minnesota's beautiful Lake Vermilion in Cook, Minnesota, and is the only resort on Norwegian Bay, the perfect fishing area. Enjoy down home comforts and choices of one, two, three and four bedroom cottages, fully furnished with everything you need, they also have the two story Northwoods Lodge with seven bedrooms, and the Northern Lights, a three bedroom home near the resort extremely private and tucked into a private bay, there are also lakeshore RV campsites with water and electricity. The Life of Riley Resort is a fisherman's paradise with fish cleaning facility, daily fish reports and a dock service, there's also a store, game room, library, children's playground and boats for rent as well as a free sailboat, sailboard, fun bug, fun yaks, canoes, mountain bikes, paddle boats and so much more, come for a fantastic stay, safe swimming, a sandy beach, it's all here just waiting for you in paradise.READ MORE
Retreat Lodge2015-01-22
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Retreat Lodge in Cook, Minnesota is the perfect family fishing resort on Lake Vermilion well known for walleye, northern pike, muskie, small and large mouth bass, crappie and other pan fish. Set on 26 wooded acres and with 40 miles of soft water with the spring fed Lake Vermilion to explore, this is a place to relax, refresh, renew, explore and simply enjoy. There are excellent cabins choices with all the trimmings, a deck and gas grill, and all linens supplied, as well as a 3 bedroom lake home with boat docking and housekeeping lodge units too all fully equipped. Retreat Lodge has a paddle boat and canoe free of charge, as well as boats available for rental, come for great fishing adventures, they have a small bait and tackle store for all your needs as well as a fish cleaning building, and they will reserve a fishing guide for you if required. They also have safe sandy beaches, enjoy swimming, walks off the beaten track, evening fires under the stars and so much more, it's perfect here.READ MORE
Pehrson Lodge and Resort2015-01-22
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Pehrson Lodge and Resort on Lake Vermilion in Cook, Minnesota offers a peaceful and private setting in this beautiful family run, owned and operated lodge ideal for the perfect family resort vacation. They have an incredible range of cabin choices including beach, lakeside, point and wooded cabins, there's also the Grand Vermilion chalet, a grouping of four gorgeous townhouses under one roof ideal for family reunions, retreats or business groups, they also have pet friendly cabins, which make for the perfect honeymoon getaway. Pehrson Lodge and Resort has incredible amenities including Camp Twain with supervised children's programs, sports and watersports with kayaking, fishing, sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, canoeing, hydro biking, paddle boating and paddelboarding available, and there are rental boats, a games room, library as well as area attraction close by, come for a wonderful stay, it's all here and much more.READ MORE
Watering Can Garden Shop2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
The Watering Can Garden Shop in Cook, Minnesota are family owned and operated, and offer quality products and friendly knowledgeable staff are on hand to assist with your flower fix. They offer house plants, perennials, annuals, vegetables, seeds, pottery and gardening gadgets, it's all here and Christmas trees and wreaths are available in off season. The Watering Can Garden Shop also stock various selections of potting soil and have containers too, so come for all your gardening supplies, gifts and decor and even fair garden items, they have great selections to choose from.READ MORE
Vermilion Dam Lodge2015-01-22
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Vermilion Dam Lodge in Cook, Minnesota is one of the finest resorts located on beautiful Lake Vermilion, which is known for it wide variety of fish including muskie, walleye, bass, northern pike and sunfish. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, spectacular sunsets, and the perfect location for a vacation, and with over nineteen cabins that can accommodate from two to fifteen people, here there is something for everyone, they also offer American plan accommodation, and outdoor amenities include a heated pool, dock service, gazebo, boat rentals and a sandy beach filled with canoes, paddleboats and kayaks. Vermilion Dam Lodge is also a spectacular venue for smaller private weddings and the dining room can seat up to 40 people, and they can take care of all the arrangements for you right up to the wedding cake, and accommodate you and your guests, for a beautiful and peaceful wedding with stunning backdrops and indoor and outdoor settings. Come for the perfect stay at Vermilion Dam Lodge where there are so many activities for the whole family.READ MORE
Lake Vermilion Guide Service2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
Lake Vermilion Guide Service in Cook, Minnesota offers a multi species guide who has been a full time guide on Lake Vermilion for 36 years, and will take you on the fishing adventure of a lifetime for walleyes, northerns, muskies, bass and crappies. All fishing tackle is provided including rods, reels, bait, life jackets, boat and fuel, and a shore lunch is available on request, come enjoy a great day on this beautiful lake with a guide that loves to fish, all are welcome on his boat. Just bring your valid Minnesota fishing license, rain gear if needed, camera, binoculars, small cooler with snacks and drinks, sunglasses, hat and sunscreen, and Lake Vermilion Guide Service will take you on a spectacular fishing adventure.READ MORE
R B's Guide Service2015-01-24
Located in Cook, St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States
R B's Guide Service on Lake Vermilion and Trout Lake in Cook, Minnesota offer guided half and full day trips fishing for walleye and smallmouth bass. Rob Bryers, your guide has been fishing these lakes for over 40 years and specializes in Spring Lake Trout in May and June, and combination Lake Trout and Lake Vermilion trips are available. R B's Guide Service provides the boat and all the gear including high quality rods, reels, tackle and bait, but you are welcome to bring your own with new fishing line on the reel, and they will collect you, and shore lunches are available at an additional charge. All fish will be cleaned and packaged for your convenience, so come for a wonderful fishing adventure out on the Lakes, it's an unforgettable experience.READ MORE