Dense forests of white and red pine once ranged across northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. Tall, ancient trees that were part of a rich ecosystem well-adapted to the northern climate and one that had evolved to rely on periodic fires to stay healthy. Those trees were also highly desired by logging companies and builders who
Population (2010) 15,876 Introduction Sartell is located along what was once known as “Third Rapids”, because, well, they were the third set of rapids upriver from St. Anthony Falls. Those rapids are now obscured by a dam, and those two small towns have in recent years developed into medium-sized
Remembering Bill Marshall, the Dean of the Forest
Sevastopol, a small settlement in a narrow coulee at the upstream end of Lake Pepin, began as a convenient place to build taverns for lumbermen in the area. The village was platted in 1857 by three men who didn't live there: John Elder, Hugh Adams, and GJ Richards. They probably snatched the name from a
Population (2010) 2,698 Introduction Cohasset is a place with a lot more land than people, but some of the places within its city limits offer great access to the Mississippi River. Visitor Information Visitors can load up on brochures and information at Visit Grand Rapids
Population (2010) 17,142 Visitor Information Direct your questions to the Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce (763.421.7130). History Kline Sanatorium Anoka sprouted up because of its ready access to water transportation. Joseph Belanger, with help from a few others, erected a trading post for William Aitkin
