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In 2008 the Minnesota Vikings will call Mankato their summer home for the Alltel Vikings Training Camp for the 43rd straight season. Over 50,000 fans attended the 2007 Alltel Vikings Training Camp to observe daily practices and take part in all the fun and fanfare in the Vikings Village.

The team typically practices twice daily and the Northland Ford Autograph Zone will return in 2008 where fans can get their favorite player’s autographs following selected practices. On the afternoon of opening day, July 25, the Vikings will hold a team introduction in Blakeslee Stadium. The NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick program, for kids ages 8-15, will be held Friday, August 1.  Night practices will be held from 7-9 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 and Saturday, August 2. Alltel Vikings Training Camp will conclude on Thursday, August 14 with Fan Appreciation Day including a full-team autograph session following the morning practice.

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