Crow Wing Energized

10/13/2026

Throwback to last year’s Chili Cook-Off!

We are so excited to be back for another year! Stop by and see us tomorrow at the Northern Pacific Center from 11 AM–1 PM for Lakes Area UW 26th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

We hope to see you there!

10/08/2026

A big thank you to our Silver Sponsors for supporting this year’s Community Heroes Chili Cook-Off!

We appreciate FabFour, Magnum Research, Crow Wing Energized, Widseth, and Dunmire’s Bar & Grill for helping make this event possible!

10/08/2026

Let’s make mental health a priority!

Crow Wing Energized offers FREE Make It OK and ACEs presentations to help reduce stigma and support mental well-being in our community!

Interested in scheduling a presentation for your group or organization? Contact [email protected] to learn more!

10/07/2026

🚌 Getting Around Baxter Just Got More Affordable!
Baxter fares now match Brainerd fares, making it more affordable to use Brainerd & Crow Wing Public Transit!
📍 Trips originating in Baxter:
➡️ Advance-booked trip: $3.00 (formerly $7.00)
➡️ Same-day trip: $5.00 (formerly $11.00)

Whether you're heading to work, an appointment, shopping, visiting friends and family, or just need a ride around town — we're here for you!
Our service is open to everyone and provides convenient, curb-to-curb transportation.

To schedule a ride or for more information:
📞218-825-7433
📧 [email protected]
🌐 brainerdmn.gov/195/Transit
📱 Brainerd Dial A Ride app
💻 brainerdmn.gov/655/Spare-Rider-App-and-Web-Portal
Lower fares. Same great service. Give us a try! 🚌

10/02/2026

A big thank you to Rio Açaí, Mickey's Pizza & Subs, Crow Wing Food Co-op, Sunshine's SummerHouse The Just Juice Co for being part of our Healthy Dish Movement! We’re excited to keep adding more healthy options around Crow Wing County. If you’re a local restaurant interested in getting an Energized Approved dish on your menu, we’d love to have you join us! Send us a message to learn more.

Eating out is part of life in Crow Wing County. We meet friends for lunch, grab a quick bite between errands, and celebrate special occasions at our favorite local spots. But when the menu is long and the choices are tempting, the healthy option isn't always the easy one. Crow Wing Energized is

10/01/2026

We’re just 2 days away from “Got Plans?”

Join us this Saturday at Central Lakes College to learn more about health care directives, estate planning, fi***rm life plans and more.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Central Lakes College, Brainerd

The event is free, but registration is required!

Register at CrowWingEnergized.org/events.

09/29/2026

Fall Carrot Apple Muffins

A little taste of fall! These wholesome muffins are packed with carrots, apples, oats and warm fall spices—perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

Ingredients:
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup grated apple
1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup whole-wheat flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
• ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
• ¼ cup olive or avocado oil
• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another. Stir in the carrots and apple, then combine with the dry ingredients. Divide into 12 muffin cups and bake for 18–22 minutes.

Save this recipe for a cozy fall day!

09/24/2026

We’re looking for a fresh new design for our 2027 race t-shirts. Send your ideas in for a chance at prizes! If you have questions, contact Alita at the contact provided below.
We look forward to seeing your ideas!