Dick Beardsley

Dick is a native Minnesotan and bleeds Minnesoooota! He has a passion for the outdoors and has been a fishing guide since the age of 12. Ever since he was a little boy he dreamed he would eventually live in Bemidji.
Dick also was an elite marathon runner and was fortunate enough to win the 1981 London Marathon and 1982 Grandma’s Marathon. In 1982 he came in second place at the Boston Marathon, losing by 1.6 seconds.
Dick, is a Motivational/Inspirational Speaker, traveling worldwide to share his gift of making people laugh, cry and most importantly, think and appreciate life to the fullest, despite any ups and downs that may come along.
When he's not traveling or fishing or guiding he is operating Lake Bemidji Bed & Breakfast with his wife, Jill. Dick and Jill welcome you to their beautiful home and are honored to share with you their love for the Bemidji area if you choose to stay with them.
Dick also was an elite marathon runner and was fortunate enough to win the 1981 London Marathon and 1982 Grandma’s Marathon. In 1982 he came in second place at the Boston Marathon, losing by 1.6 seconds.
Dick, is a Motivational/Inspirational Speaker, traveling worldwide to share his gift of making people laugh, cry and most importantly, think and appreciate life to the fullest, despite any ups and downs that may come along.
When he's not traveling or fishing or guiding he is operating Lake Bemidji Bed & Breakfast with his wife, Jill. Dick and Jill welcome you to their beautiful home and are honored to share with you their love for the Bemidji area if you choose to stay with them.