Throw Back Thursday! The first 4th of July celebration was held at Ruttger's Resort in 1895. A newspaper article from 1930 detailed several exciting 4th of July events happening at the resort, such as a golf tournament, trap shooting, speed boat races, and a parade, as this photo shows. 4th of July has always been a party at Ruttger's Resort, and this year is no different. Join us for a long weekend of fun. Swipe for a schedule of events! #odysseyresorts #throwbackthursday #deerwoodmn #baylakemn #cuyunamn #AuntieMs #history #4thofJuly