The city of Corcoran is largely undeveloped. While not containing many parks, there is ample open space available all throughout the city. Residents who are desiring to visit an established park can visit the Corcoran Community Park, or one of many parks in the surrounding cities.   Corcoran Community Park: The Corcoran Community Park is… Read more »

Corcoran is unique in that it is a part of three different school districts. The districts are Osseo Public School District, Wayzata Public School District, and Rockford Public School District. Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, is an award-winning school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve… Read more »

Champlin, Minnesota is a city that is a member of Hennepin County, and located northwest of Minneapolis. This city borders the Mississippi River, as well as the cities of Anoka, Dayton, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove and Coon Rapids. The current population of residents is close to 24,000 and the land area of the city covers… Read more »

The city of Champlin, Minnesota is a city of close to 24,000 residents. As one of the northern cities in Hennepin County, Champlin enjoys a suburban atmosphere with plenty of space. With ample park land set aside, numerous amenities, and a location on the Mississippi River, residents of the city enjoy modern comfort in a… Read more »

The city of Champlin, Minnesota owns and operates over 300 acres of parkland spread across 32 different sites. Each park within the parks system offers visitors different amenities and many are quite unique. In addition to the city’s parks, Champlin is also home to approximately 800 acres of the large Elm Creek Park Reserve. With… Read more »

The name Champlin was derived from the name of a U.S. Navy Commodore who was known as Stephen Champlin. He was active during the war of 1812 and he died in New York during the year of 1870. The area was first discovered when pioneers were captured by the Native American Indians of the Dakota… Read more »

The city of Champlin, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. This district is the largest in the state as it enrolls over 38,000 students annually and serves all or parts of 13 different cities. It is the primary mission of the Anoka-Hennepin School District to effectively educate… Read more »

The city of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is a city of close to 78,000 residents. As the second largest suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city based on population in Minnesota, Brooklyn Park is home to many beautiful homes and a dynamic, active community. The city encompasses 26 square miles and its location near Minneapolis… Read more »

The city of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is a large, suburban city located north of Minneapolis. As one of the bigger cities in the state of Minnesota (based on population), currently it is the sixth largest, Brooklyn Park offers residents a very active community that is rich with amenities. With a population of close to 78,000… Read more »

As one of the “USA Tree City” recipients, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is nationally recognized for its parks system. The city is home to 47 miles of trails, and 67 award-winning parks that encompass over 1,700 acres. Residents of Brooklyn Park have an abundance of outdoor amenities to enjoy. With so many options available, there are… Read more »

“This is Paradise,” Pierre Bottineau exclaimed, he took a look at the beautiful prairie and woods before him. Pierre was a man that was traveling through the area from North Dakota, and he was one of the first people besides the Native Americans to visit the location of Brooklyn Township. After he had visited and… Read more »

Brooklyn Park is served by Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, an award-winning school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams. Serving all or parts of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Dayton, Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, and Rogers, this district is the fifth largest in… Read more »

The city of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota is home to 23 different parks as well as a number of trails. Located north of Minneapolis, Brooklyn Center makes an effort to provide outdoor space for its inhabitants. With numerous amenities, the parks of Brooklyn Center play an important role in the community. Some of the most notable… Read more »

The area known today as Brooklyn Center, Minnesota was originally owned by the government, and was not made public for residential use until after the treaty with the Dakota Indians had been set in place. This treaty allowed settlers to make their homes in the land that once belong to the Native Americans.  In the… Read more »

Brooklyn Center Community Schools (district 286) prides itself in providing excellent academics to students in pre-k through 12th grade. A small district with big opportunities, this district provides students a wide range of academic options that nurture their unique strengths and interests, including the prestigious International Baccalaureate program and arts magnet programs. The district’s mission… Read more »