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Nosey Neighbor: Hoot Lake Solar Facility

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (CDT)

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Get an up-close look at how sunshine turns into power with a visit to Otter Tail Power Company’s Hoot Lake Solar facility in Fergus Falls! Start with a short presentation in the Operations and Maintenance Building, then head outside for a guided walk through the solar arrays to see the technology in action and learn how it all works. This 49-megawatt site is home to nearly 130,000 panels and has been generating clean energy since 2023, powering around 9,000 homes each year. It’s a fun and fascinating way to explore the future of energy right here in our region!

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Event Host
Otter Tail Power
Hoot Lake Solar Facility
2619 Main Street
Fergus Falls, MN 56537 United States
Event Contact
Katie Murdock
(218) 347-1974
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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (CDT)
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