WELCOME
TO FARGO-MOORHEAD
The F-M metro area, comprised of Fargo and West Fargo, North Dakota, and their neighbor across the Red River, Moorhead, Minnesota, is located 3.5 hours drive northwest of Minneapolis and 3 hours drive south of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Often known for our extremely cold winters and our midwestern down-to-earth practicality, we're used to the anonymity of our "flyover" status and the dated references to the movie or TV show Fargo as the primary conversation starter for those who have never been here. But much like the middle child in a family full of chaos, we also thrive in our ability to forge our own way, adapt to our environment and unassumingly conquer obstacles that others find overwhelming. Our city motto is "North of Normal."
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So, if it's your first time to Fargo in February, welcome! We hope it's the coldest you've ever been, so the warm welcome you experience is that much more impactful.
Day 1 Location
Riverhaven Event Center
700 1st Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560
Elinor Coatings
Elinor Coatings is headquartered in the R2 building at the NDSU Research Park in Fargo, ND, a vibrant area dedicated to innovation and industry collaboration. This location places Elinor Coatings in close proximity to North Dakota State University’s main campus, fostering easy access to cutting-edge research and academic partnerships. Nearby, visitors will find a mix of technology-driven companies, research facilities, and aviation and UAS leaders in extreme weather management, all within a collaborative ecosystem designed to advance science and engineering initiatives in the region.
Fargo, ND and Moorhead, MN are border cities separated by the Red River of the North and located near the geographical center of North America. The Fargo-Moorhead Metro marks the intersection of Interstate Highways I-94 and I-29. Attendees will be sent exact summit location and parking information.
Hotels
Partners
Fargo, ND, 58102
Homewood Suites is conveniently located near both Elinor Coatings and the Fargo Hector International Airport.
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There is a block of 8 rooms reserved for attendees of the Cold Weather Readiness Summit. Mention Elinor Coatings or the Aurora Cold Weather Readiness Summit when booking to recieve a 10% discount.
Other Recommendations
The Jasper Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Fargo, offers a luxurious experience with easy access to the city's vibrant restaurant scene and local attractions. Just a short distance from Elinor Coatings, it’s a great option for those looking to explore Fargo’s downtown charm while enjoying a high-class stay.
Brewhalla Hotel, located a short distance from downtown Fargo and Elinor Coatings, offers a unique stay right above its lively market, with rooms individually themed around popular Drekker beers. Guests can enhance their experience by requesting their favorite beer in the fridge or items from Brewhalla Market vendors in their rooms, blending convenience with a personal touch for a boutique stay that’s as vibrant as Drekker itself.
Transportation
Fly directly to Fargo on Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier and United from these cities during the month of February:
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Chicago
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Dallas
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Denver
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Las Vegas
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Minneapolis/St. Paul
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Nashville​
Fargo Hector International Airport (FAR)
*indicates seasonal service available during the Summit but not year-round
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Orlando Int’l*
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Orlando-Sanford*
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Phoenix-Mesa
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Phoenix-Sky Harbor*
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St. Pete–Clearwater Int’l Airport*
AmTrak
Amtrak train passenger service connects Fargo with Seattle and Chicago on the Empire Builder.
Rental Cars, Ride Shares, and Taxis
Transportation Services - Hector International Airport
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National rental car brands as well as on-call taxis and limited Uber/Lyft services are available in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Because of the potential for severely cold temperatures or poor driving conditions during the summit, we recommend attendees unfamiliar with our climate use available car services. Elinor will provide rides to/from the summit hotel.
1805 NDSU Research Park Dr N Fargo, ND 58102 | 701-499-3635
