Dresbach

Population (2010) Unincorporated Introduction Dresbach is part old river town and part new suburban community with few attractions for visitors. Visitor Information The Interstate 90 rest area near Dresbach has a stock of brochures for the local area, as well as the entire state of

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La Crescent

Population (2010) 4,830 Introduction When John S. Harris planted apple trees in southeast Minnesota in 1857, skeptics heckled. Through persistence and selective breeding, he eventually proved them wrong and created apples that could thrive in the often harsh Minnesota climate. Fast forward 150 years and the apple orchards are

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Brownsville

Population (2010) 790 Introduction A classic river town that experienced a boom period fueled by great expectations, followed by the bubble bursting. Brownsville today is a pleasant small town that is still strongly connected to the river, albeit more for recreation than for economic reasons. Visitor

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Reno

Population (2010) Unincorporated Introduction Barely more than a few houses, the small village is surrounded by a large state forest. History This area was notorious during the Civil War as a hideout for a gang of pirates, but Reno was built by the railroad, not

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In Search of a Landlocked Fish

I’m in the La Crosse area for a few days waiting to pick up copies of my newest book: The Mississippi Valley Traveler Guide to the Driftless Area. It’s been a real treat to enjoy the region at a more leisurely pace than when I was researching the guide book. No rushing around from sunrise

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