Join us at the

Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener

at Ohuta Beach Park in Lake City on May 10th, 2024

SERVING FOOD from 4-8pm

They call it MINI WATER SKI DAYS! We’ll be there with our food truck to serve delicious BBQ and feed the hungry fishermen and visitors. This is the “official” beginning of summer and what better way to welcome summer than with BBQ and a good time fishing.

The Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener, a Minnesota tradition since 1948, was established to bolster the state’s economy by promoting recreational opportunities, particularly fishing. Initially, this event was a collaborative effort among the resort industry, media, and public officials. Today, it has come to signify the commencement of the summer tourism and barbecue season. This remarkable partnership persists by highlighting a host community and promoting recreational opportunities statewide. This year, the host community is our own Lake City on beautiful Lake Pepin!

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Pepin, Lake City serves as a testament to Minnesota’s exceptional angling experiences. With a diverse population of 85 fish species, Lake Pepin has earned its reputation as a premier sport fishing destination within the state. Anglers from various regions flock to this scenic area renowned for its abundant walleye, sauger, pike, perch, and white bass. This event further underscores Lake City’s position as one of the Midwest’s finest locales for fishing enthusiasts, offering a platform to showcase the city’s natural beauty, the diverse fish species of Lake Pepin, and the warm hospitality of its residents. Come find us at Ohuta Beach, we’re serving BBQ from 4-8pm on Friday, May 10th. See you there!

MENU FOR THE EVENT:

• Dirty White Mac (Smoked White Mac ’n Cheese topped with Slow Smoked Pulled Pork — jalapeños optional)
• INTRODUCING: Down & Dirty Mac (Smoked Yellow Mac ’n Cheese topped with Slow Smoked Brisket and pickled red onions)
• Pulled Pork or Sliced Brisket Sandwich Plate (served on Hanisch Bakery Bun, Chips and choice of Creamy Coleslaw or Smokehouse Potato Salad)
• Dessert:  Southern Style Banana Pudding
• Beverages:  Sweet Peach Tea or Bottled Water