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Fountain Minnesota


"SINK HOLE CAPITAL OF THE U.S.A."

The most dominant land form in this area is the sink hole. These "holes" can be seen in and around Fountain, many of which have been filled or modified in size and shape. Sink holes, caves, and caverns form in the limestone bedrock that lies immediately beneath the fertile soils. The sink holes are formed by slow dissolution as ground water interacts with the limestone, forming a mild acid. The acidic water, in turn, will cause caverns to form in natural occurring joints in the bedrock. A sink hole can be viewed at the entrance to the City of Fountain (Highway 52) near the welcome sign. There is also a viewing platform near the Root River Trail Head.


VISITORS TO OUR CITY WILL ENJOY:

* Touring the Fillmore County History Centre and Museum. The Historical Centre is home to one of Southern Minnesota's largest collections of antique agricultural equipment, from vintage tractors to rare hand-made wooden tools. A variety of rooms accenting different settings throughout time. The centre also houses the Bernard H. Pietenpol, known as the "Grandfather of the experimental air craft", 1932 model Sky Scout airplane and hangar. an original one-room country school, furnished with artifacts which were once used in Fillmore County, an extensive genealogical library is also located in the Museum.

* Park Area -- adjacent to the Trail Head -- Picnic Shelters, Play Ground, Volleyball and Ball field.

* Biking, Hiking, Roller Blading and Cross Country Skiing on the paved Root River State Trail.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

* Bed & Breakfasts

* Restaurants -- Ice Cream Shoppe, Fresh home-made award winning pies, down home cooking, grill cuisine, and pizzas. A little something for any palette.

COME, JOIN US FOR OUR SPECIAL EVENTS

 

* Fountain Trail Days ----- JUNE 9,10,11, 2006----- Featuring crafts, games, mini tractor pullhorse pull, dance and grand parade. Lots of fun for everyone.

For more information, call or write:

CITY OF FOUNTAIN
PO Box 115
Fountain, Mn 55935
507/ 268-4923


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