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Community Life in White Bear Lake Minnesota

Tagged: Bearly Open, Gem Lake Hills, Library, Manitou Days, Marketfest, Ramsey County, The Bearly Open, Washington County, White Bear Lake, Winter Fest,

White Bear Lake, Minnesota is situated in Ramsey County and Washington County, 11 miles north of St. Paul and 18 miles northeast Minneapolis. Founded in the 19th century, White Bear Lake presently has a population of 25,000 residents. The city, situated on White Bear Lake, maintains small town character within a metropolitan area while offering a… Read more »

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Parks and Trails of White Bear Lake Minnesota

Tagged: Lakewood Hills Park, Matoska Park, Parks and Recreation, Podvin Park, Ramsey County, Stellmacher Park, Washington County, White Bear Lake,

The City of White Bear Lake, Minnesota is laid out over 8.02 square miles of land and 0.64 square miles of water. In order to support their nearly 25,000 residents, White Bear Lake offers an extensive park system. With 24 parks, White Bear Lake offers opportunities and experiences for everybody. Some of the most popular… Read more »

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White Bear Lake: Schools & ISD 624

Tagged: Century College, education, Lincoln Elementary School, Magnuson Christian School, Ramsey County, School District 624, schools, Washington County, White Bear High School, White Bear Lake,

White Bear Lake Area School District is located within Ramsey County and serves the students of White Bear Lake as well as the surrounding areas. The mission statement of White Bear Lake Area School District is to educate all students in a supportive and challenging environment to become empowered and responsible citizens. The City of… Read more »

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City of White Bear Lake: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, Dakota Native Americans, Ojibwa Native Americans, Railroad Expansion, Ramsey County, Washington County, White Bear Lake, White Bear Lake Township,

The first inhabitants of White Bear Lake were the Dakota and Ojibway Indians, who used this land for hunting and harvesting. In an 1825 treaty, the United States government designated the area that today is known as White Bear Lake as Dakota land, but later bought the portion east of the Mississippi for settlement. In… Read more »

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City of White Bear Lake: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of White Bear Lake, city overview, Ramsey County, Washington County, White Bear Lake,

The city of White Bear Lake, Minnesota is located northeast of St. Paul and makes up the northeast corner of Ramsey County. A large suburban city, White Bear Lake occupies an area of 8.66 square miles and is home to nearly 25,000 residents. Located on White Bear Lake, the body of water to which it… Read more »

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City of Gem Lake: Community Life

Tagged: Black Sea Restaurant, Cafe Cravings, City of Gem Lake, Gem Lake, Gem Lake Hills Public Golf Course, Ramsey County,

The city of Gem Lake, Minnesota is a small city with an area of just one square mile. Home to around 500 residents, Gem Lake embodies a small-town feel while benefitting from the amenities found within the much larger cities surrounding it. When it comes to the community within Gem Lake, there are several businesses… Read more »

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City of Gem Lake: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of Gem Lake, city overview, Gem Lake, Ramsey County,

Justifiably known as the jewel of its county, the exceptional city of Gem Lake is conveniently located close to both downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis. Established in 1959, the city loves protecting its local history and natural environment. Gem Lake is by no means a large city, as it is just one square mile, and… Read more »

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City of Gem Lake: A Brief History

Tagged: City of Gem Lake, Gem Lake, Jean Nicollet, Ramsey County, Town of White Bear,

The city of Gem Lake, Minnesota shares much of its history with the larger, surrounding cities of White Bear Lake and Little Canada. Originally a wooded land covered with lakes, the area now known today as Gem Lake remained uncolonized until the 1840s. As early as 1843, French explorer Jean Nicollet drew a map depicting… Read more »

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City of Gem Lake: Schools & District 624

Tagged: City of Gem Lake, Gem Lake, Ramsey County, School District 624, Sunrise Park Middle School, White Bear Lake High School, Willow Lane Elementary,

The city of Gem Lake, Minnesota belongs to the White Bear Area Schools District (ISD 624). A large district serving all or parts of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township, the White Bear Area Schools District includes four Early Childhood program… Read more »

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All the Bays in Lake Minnetonka

Tagged: All Bays of Lake Minnetonka, Beaches on Lake Minnetonka, Black Lake, Brown's Bay, Carman's Bay, Carson's Bay, Cook's Bay, Crystal Bay, Deephaven, East Upper Lake, Echo Bay, Emerald Lake, Excelsior, Excelsior Bay, Forest Lake, Gideon's Bay, Gray's Bay, Greenwood, Halsted's Bay, Harrison's Bay, Hennepin County, Jenning's Bay, Lafayette Bay, Lake Minnetonka, Lake Minnetonka Bays, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, Libb's Lake, Maxwell Bay, Minnesota Beaches, Minnetonka, Mound, North Arm Bay, North Lower Lake, Peavy Lake, Phelp's Bay, Plymouth, Priest's Bay, Robinson's Bay, Saint Alban's Bay, Saint Louis Bay, Seton Lake, Shorewood, Smith's Bay, Smithtown Bay, South Lower Lake, Spring Park, Spring Park Bay, Strubb's Bay, Tanager Lake, Tonka Bay, Victoria, Wayzata, Wayzata Bay, West Arm Bay, West Upper Lake, Woodland,

Lake Minnetonka is a massive lake that stretches across numerous communities. While it’s residents refer to it as a singular body of water, Lake Minnetonka is actually a collection of several smaller, kettle lakes that are adjoined to one another via straits and channels. It is this unique, sprawling layout that causes Lake Minnetonka to… Read more »

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City of Willernie – Schools & ISD 832

Tagged: education, Mahtomedi High School, Mahtomedi Middle School, School District 832, schools, Washington County, Wildwood Elementary, Willernie,

Willernie, Minnesota is a part of Mahtomedi Public Schools. Independent School District 832 is comprised of 7 schools. This district serves Willernie, Mahtomedi, Dellwood, Pine Springs, and parts of White Bear Lake, Grant, Hugo, Oakdale, and Lake Elmo. The Mahtomedi School District seeks to engage, challenge, and inspire all students. Wildwood Elementary serves children in… Read more »

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City of Willernie: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Mahtomedi Beach, Parks & Recreation, Washington County, Wildwood Park, Willernie,

While the small community of Willernie has no significant parks within the city, residents are conveniently located within minutes of parks in the neighboring city of Mahtomedi. Willernie is surrounded by the larger city of Mahtomedi on all sides. Some of the most popular parks among the locals include: Wildwood Park: This park is situated… Read more »

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City of Pine Springs: Schools & ISD 832

Tagged: Mahtomedi High School, Mahtomedi Middle School, O.H. Anderson Elementary School, Pine Springs, School District 832, Washington County,

Students in Pine Springs are served by Independent School District 832 also known as Mahtomedi Public Schools. The mission of Mahtomedi Public Schools is to provide a learning community in which all students can learn, thrive, and succeed in a global society. Their vision is to engage, challenge, and inspire all students to to create… Read more »

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City of Mahtomedi: Community Life

Tagged: 4 Seasons Restaurant, Mahtomedi, Mahtomedi Garden Club, PumkinMania Event, Things to do, Triangle Park, Washington County, Washington County Library, Wildwood Library,

The City of Mahtomedi, Minnesota is home to approximately 7,800 residents. Mahtomedi is a bedroom community of the Twin Cities, located about 15 miles from St. Paul. With only 5.7 square miles of land, the community is still primarily built around its most attractive amenity, which is White Bear Lake. Residents and visitors enjoy the… Read more »

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City of Mahtomedi: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, Lincoln Township, Ma Barker and Gang, Mahtomedi, Mahtomedi Assembly of Chautauqua Association, Minneapolis & St. Paul Railroad, Washington County, Wildwood Amusement Park,

The name Mahtomedi originates from the Dakota name for White Bear Lake, which is mato meaning grey bear, and mde, meaning lake. The city was originally a part of Lincoln Township, which was also comprised of the present day cities of Dellwood, Wildwood, and a small portion of White Bear Lake. Mahtomedi was platted as… Read more »

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City of Mahtomedi: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Katherine Abbot Park, Mahtomedi, Mahtomedi Park, Parks and Recreation, Southwest Park, Washington County, Wedgewood Park, Wildwood Park,

The City of Mahtomedi, Minnesota offers an abundance of recreational activities and different ways to experience the outdoors. The small-town city is spread over just 5.76 square miles of land, 2.27 of which is water. Five different parks are maintained by the city for the enjoyment of the friendly community. Some of the most notable… Read more »

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City of Mahtomedi: Schools

Tagged: education, Mahtomedi, Mahtomedi Middle School, Mahtomedi Senior High School, O.H. Anderson Elementary School, schools, St. Jude of the Lake, Washington County, Wildwood Elementary,

The community of Mahtomedi realizes the importance of quality education with around 2,000 families residing in the city. Mahtomedi is home to its own school district, which also serves the neighboring cities of Dellwood, Grant, Hugo, Pine Springs, Willernie, and parts of Lake Elmo, Stillwater, Oakdale, and White Bear Lake. The Mahtomedi Public School district’s… Read more »

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City of Hugo: Community Life

Tagged: Hugo Library Express, Oneka Ridge Golf Course, Snow Jam, Tour De Hugo Community Bike Ride,

The city of Hugo, Minnesota is home to 14,239 residents who make up a welcoming and active community. Hugo is a commuter town, lying 21 miles north of downtown St. Paul on the border of the metro area. The community of Hugo enjoys the city’s perfect blend of rural and suburban landscape, with a host… Read more »

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City of Hugo: Schools & Districts

Tagged: Oneka Elementary, White Bear Lake High School, Withrow Elementary,

The City of Hugo school system is divided among four different school districts. Hugo is served by the Independent School Districts of White Bear Lake, Forest Lake, Stillwater, and Mahtomedi. Education is highly valued in Hugo, with 40.4 percent of the 4,990 households in the city containing children under the age of 18. Within Hugo… Read more »

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City of Dellwood: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Dellwood, Matoska Park, Parks and Recreation, Washington County, White Bear Lake County Park,

Although the city itself does not have any parks, there are numerous parks in surrounding cities that residents of Dellwood can enjoy. White Bear Lake County Park: Located just 4 minutes from Dellwood in the city White Bear Lake. White Bear Lake County Park is a lakefront park offering numerous activities and beautiful views. The park… Read more »

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City of Dellwood: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, Dellwood, James H. Goodhue, Washington County,

People began to settle in the area of Dellwood and around White Bear Lake in the 1850s. The people who settled in the area were mainly from St. Paul and came to the area to live during the summer. The land around White Bear Lake was promoted James M. Goodhue, an editor of the Minnesota… Read more »

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City of Dellwood: Community Life

Tagged: Dellwood, Dellwood Country Club, The Pine Tree Apple Orchard, Things to do, Washington County,

Dellwood, Minnesota is one of the smallest communities within Washington County, covering 1,800 acres with just over 1,000 residents. Located 16 miles northeast of St. Paul and nestled on the northeast shores of White Bear Lake, Dellwood is a beautiful city with rolling hills giving it a small town rural feel. Dellwood is a quiet… Read more »

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City of Birchwood Village: Community Life

Tagged: Birchwood Village, Music in the Park, Ramsey County, Washington County,

Located 15 miles northeast of St. Paul in Washington and Ramsey counties, Birchwood Village is a quiet town with a friendly community. Birchwood is home to 878 residents, 350 households, and 260 families. Situated on White Bear Lake, Birchwood is a popular place in the summer for boating and other outdoor activities. The village of Birchwood… Read more »

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City of Birchwood Village: A Brief History

Tagged: Birchwood Village, CIty History, Ramsey County, Washington County, Wildlife Amusement Park,

The earliest inhabitants of the area now known as Birchwood Village were Native Americans, who used the area as a hunting ground. Towards the end of the 19th century, residents from St. Paul began building summer homes in the area on the south shore of White Bear Lake. The growth of Birchwood is due in… Read more »

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City of Birchwood Village: Schools and ISD 624

Tagged: Birchwood Village, Central Middle School, Lakeaires Elementary School, Ramsey County, School District 624, Washington County, White Bear Lake High School,

The city of Birchwood Village is served by Independent School District 624, also known as White Bear Lake Area Schools. The White Bear Lake School District serves 8,900 students with 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and a 2 campus high school. The school district focuses on different skills at each school. The elementary schools… Read more »

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City of North Oaks: Schools

Tagged: Chippewa Middle School, Liberty Classic Academy, North Oaks, Ramsey County, School District 621, School District 624, Turtle Lake Elementary School, White Bear Lake High School,

The city of North Oaks, Minnesota is served by the St. Paul, Maplewood, Mounds View, and White Bear Lake school districts. Although the city of North Oaks is home to only one school, the city has access to numerous schools in several neighboring communities. Turtle Lake Elementary School in the Mounds View School District serves… Read more »

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City of Little Canada: Schools & District 623

Tagged: City of Little Canada, Little Canada, Little Canada Elementary, Ramsey County, School District 623, School District 624,

The city of Little Canada, Minnesota lies primarily within the Roseville Area School District (Independent School District #623). The district is home to seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The mission of the Roseville Area School District is to provide, “quality teaching and learning for all…equity for all.” The Roseville Area… Read more »

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City of Lauderdale: Schools & District 623

Tagged: Brimhall Elementary, City of Lauderdale, Lauderdale, Ramsey County, School District 623,

The city of Lauderdale, Minnesota is serviced by the Roseville Area School District (Independent School District #623). The district is home to seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The mission of the Roseville Area School District is to provide, “quality teaching and learning for all…equity for all.” The Roseville Area School… Read more »

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City of Mahtomedi: A Brief Overview

Tagged: city overview, Mahtomedi, Washington County,

The city of Mahtomedi, Minnesota is a small suburb located northeast of St. Paul and on the western border of Washington County. The city has a total land area of 5.76 square miles and is home to nearly 8,000 residents. Taking its name from the Dakota, Mahtomedi is Dakota for White Bear Lake with “Mato”… Read more »

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City of Dellwood: A Brief Overview

Tagged: City of Dellwood, Dellwood, The Pine Tree Apple Orchard, Washington County,

The city of Dellwood, Minnesota is a small city located northeast of St. Paul and on the western border of Washington County. Nestled against the shores of White Bear Lake, Dellwood is a scenic, rural city. Residents of this city enjoy the beauty of the lake in addition to the close-knit community that exists. While Dellwood only encompasses… Read more »

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City of Birchwood Village: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Birchwood Village, City of Birchwood, city overview, Ramsey County, Washington County,

Located on the western edge of Washington County, Birchwood Village, Minnesota, is a small city with a population nearing 900 residents. Established as a community of summer recreation cottages, which was a vacation spot for wealthier St. Paul residents, Birchwood Village eventually became classified as a village in 1921. Over time, it began to adopt… Read more »

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City of Little Canada: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Canada, City of Little Canada, city overview, Little Canada, Ramsey County,

Little Canada, Minnesota, takes great pride their French-Canadian heritage. With a population of just over 9,500 residents, Little Canada works hard to maintain our distinct small-town atmosphere in the midst of a large city setting. Little Canada is centrally situated in Ramsey County, as it is only 10 minutes north of St. Paul and 15-20… Read more »

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City of Vadnais Heights: Schools & District 624

Tagged: City of Vadnais Heights, Ramsey County, School District 624, Sunrise Park Middle School, Vadnais Heights, Vadnais Heights Elementary, White Bear Lake High School,

Vadnais Heights is a part of the White Bear Lake Area Schools, also known as the independent school district 624. The White Bear Lake Area School District serves all or portions of  the cities of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township… Read more »

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The Legacy of a Minnesota Family Farm

Tagged: Agricultural Real Estate Agent, Agricultural Real Estate Broker, Buying a Farm, Counselor Realty, David Olson, David Olson Real Estate, Family Farm, Minnesota Farms, Minnesota Real Estate Agent, Minnesota Real Estate Broker, MN Agricultural Realtor, MN Realtor, Real Estate Agent, Realtor, Selling a Farm,

Meet the Tellers Family. Back in 1946 Albert & Dorothy Tellers bought an 80-acre farm where they would raise their 4 children, farm the land and live their American Dream. This was a time when gas cost 21 cents a gallon and you could buy a brand new John Deere Tractor for $650.00 Times were… Read more »

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City of Vadnais Heights: A Brief History

Tagged: CIty History, City of Vadnais Heights, Jean Vadnais, Ramsey County, Vadnais Heights, Vadnais Lake, White Bear Township,

Vadnais Heights, Minnesota started out as a small, agricultural town. However, the prompting of major highway access prompted the growth of this city until it became the thriving place that it is today. In the 1840’s, there were three families that settled the area of modern day Vadnais Heights. these Canadian families went by the… Read more »

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St. Paul: Greater East Side

Tagged: Ames Lake Park, Cherry Pit Bar and Grill, City of St. Paul, Hillcrest Golf Club, Parks and Recreation, Presperity Heights Park, Ramsey County, Sackett Park, Saint Paul, Saint Paul Neighborhoods,

The Greater East Side neighborhood is situated between the Saint Paul‘s largest and most densely populated city districts and contains 28,000 residents, most of them middle-class. The neighborhood is located in the northeast corner of St. Paul, with the city of Maplewood bordering it. The Greater East Side neighborhood offers suburban luxuries that are just… Read more »

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City of St. Paul: Community Life

Tagged: City of St. Paul,

The city of St. Paul, Minnesota is a vast, dynamic city. With 17 unique neighborhoods, each of which containing their own distinct communities and amenities, there are plenty of different lifestyles to choose from. The following article provides a brief overview of each individual neighborhood and the lifestyle found within. Not to be confused with… Read more »

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