We work with reporters across the country to assure that Minnesota has a positive presence in domestic media outlets. Tourism organizations may provide us assistance by submitting news ideas and content.

Governor’s Fishing Opener Media Event

The Governor’s Fishing Opener, which is part of our ongoing media efforts, has been a tradition in Minnesota since 1948. Explore Minnesota Tourism seeks host communities to co-sponsor the Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener each year. Your community can benefit from hosting this event.

• More than 125 media attend, giving the host community the equivalent of more than $600,000 in media exposure.  Many reporters use information gathered at this event to produce articles and reports well into the future
• Increased lodging receipts during a potentially slow occupancy period
• Increased state official awareness of your community
• Enhanced community pride

Who could benefit from this service: non-profit tourism organizations, including convention and visitors bureaus, chambers and other tourism organizations; lodging properties. Communities, in partnership with lodging properties, may submit proposals.

Proposals to host the 2011 Governor’s Fishing Opener will be accepted through October 1, 2009. Interested parties should contact Explore Minnesota Tourism to receive the proposal guidelines. 

Contact: Carol Altepeter, 218.828.2334, 888.629.6466, carol.altepeter@state.mn.us
www.mngovernorsopener.com