History

The city of Badger began in 1895 when Henry Reed purchased a small plot of land.  The stable he built there attracted other businesses, and by 1906, it became a township.  The name of Badger, the Mallard Capital of Minnesota, comes from the nearby Badger Creek.

Natural beauty is one of Badger’s most attractive aspects.  Four wildlife areas and Agassiz Natural Wildlife Refuge are nearby, and a wide variety of recreational outdoor activities take place at them.  Miles of groomed trails beckon snowmobile riders every winter.

The residents of Badger stay busy with festivities throughout the year.  In February the Antique Snowmobile Derby is held.  Art in the Park, an annual event, has been held every summer since 1988.  Autumn is welcomed by the Badger Fall Festival.