I’m confused. You refer to Fargo and then to Moorhead. Is this one town? What is going on?
Fargo and Moorhead are two separate cities that are divided only by the Red River. Fargo is in North Dakota while Moorhead is in Minnesota. Although they are two different cities and two different states, Fargo-Moorhead makes up one community.
How do I get to the conference? How do I register?
Why should I come?
The conference will offer you excellent opportunities to network, learn about the college and university food industry and so much more. Here are the top nine reasons to visit Fargo in 2009:
Amazing Food – Fargo is home to several upscale local restaurants that will amaze and astound you.
Education – Expand your knowledge of the food industry, including trends and upcoming changes.
Fantastic Views – Clear winter nights provide excellent opportunities to view the beautiful night sky. During the day, snow covered trees accent this winter wonderland.
Friendly - When you get out and experience the community and the people you’ll find that Fargo-Moorhead is one of the friendliest metro areas in the nation.
Safety – Fargo-Moorhead has one of the lowest crime rates in the nation. In fact, you will discover many people let their cars run in February – and they don’t get stolen!
Bragging Rights – Next time your friends back home think it is too cold, tell them about the weather in Fargo.
Learn about Following a Dream – A local man hand-built a full-scale Viking ship which now resides in Moorhead.
Visit your hero – Roger Maris grew up in Fargo and is laid to rest there as well. A museum in West Acres Mall brings the local legend back to life.
Network – Meet and get to know food professionals from all across the region.
Is it really cold in Fargo-Moorhead?
The average high is Fargo in February is a beautiful 20 degrees. This is the perfect temperature to test out your warm weather gear.
What is the size of Fargo-Moorhead?
Over 140,000 people live in the Fargo-Moorhead metro area.
How long will I have to be outside during the conference?
The conference is hosted at locations that offer great parking so you don’t have to be outside for long if you don’t want to be. The showcase is being held in the Fargo Civic Center, which is connected to the Radisson by skywalk.
Is there running water?
In 1995 the mayor of Fargo decided to invest in running water. It was a great triumph for the people of Fargo.
Seriously though, there is running water, cable, automatic car starters and every other luxury you will find anywhere else in the region. If you are curious though, running water came to Fargo in 1880. Learn more about the history of Fargo here.