http://tour.ironrange.org/blog Iron Range Communities Mon, 22 Dec 2008 21:48:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Located in the heart of the Iron Range, Virginia has long been recognized as a leader in promoting business prosperity in the region, and fondly remembered by countless vacationers who have visited the Iron Range. Virginia is neatly situated amidst Silver and Baileys Lakes. Olcott Park is home to the much ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-virginia-home-to-land-of-the-loon/ The Town of White, situated between Biwabik and Hoyt Lakes, encompasses a beautiful segment of the Iron Range and boasts several lakes, rivers, scenic nature trails and the Quarry Golf Course. Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort is situated near the Town of White and offers world-class alpine and cross-country ski ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-the-town-of-white/ Welcome to Mountain Iron – the taconite capital of the world! As its name suggests, the City of Mountain Iron was literally built on a mountain of iron. It was here, in 1890, that Leonidas Merritt first discovered iron ore, launching the mining era. Historic downtown Mountain Iron proudly displays a statue ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-mountain-iron-%e2%80%93-the-taconite-capital-of-the-world/ Bordered by two beautiful lakes, Hoyt Lakes has direct access from Lake Superior's North Shore via the Superior National Forest Scenic Byway. Located on the east end of the historic Iron Range, Hoyt Lakes offers premier recreation including a challenging nine-hole golf course, paved hiking and biking trails, hockey arena, tennis ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-hoyt-lakes-an-iron-range-recreation-destination/ The largest city on the Iron Range is a community steeped in mining tradition. Today, visitors to Hibbing will find a celebration of life all year round! The annual Hibbing Jubilee, held the fourth weekend in June, is filled with events for the whole family. In July, this Iron Range community celebrates ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-hibbing-home-of-bob-dylan/ Like many communities across the Iron Range, Gilbert's beginnings can be traced to mining. When the town was moved to clear the way for mining in 1908, it took the name of the nearest group of mines - Gilbert. Today, that mine is closed, but the City of Gilbert remains. Gilbert is ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-gilbert-where-mining-made-way-for-so-much-more/ Located along US Highway 53, Eveleth has long been known as the hockey capital of Minnesota. This Iron Range community is home to well-known hockey players like John Mayasich, John Mariucci and Mark Pavelich; and boasts the world's largest freestanding hockey stick and United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum. Though the ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-eveleth-home-of-hockey-and-a-whole-lot-more/ As the mining industry exploded at the turn of the century, people seeking economic prosperity and freedom immigrated to communities across the Iron Range - like Chisholm. Ironworld, a museum located at the west end of Chisholm, preserves this period of history by telling the stories of immigrants that settled the ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-chisholm-a-community-that-shaped-the-iron-range/ Welcome to Biwabik – home of Giants Ridge. Long valued for its iron ore, today, Biwabik is a year-round travel destination. It has become the region's recreation leader - hosting thousands of skiers, snowmobilers, bikers, hikers and golfers every season. Experience a true northwoods lifestyle at Giants Ridge - with world-class alpine ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-biwabik-%e2%80%93-home-of-giants-ridge/ Aurora is known as Minnesota’s Star of the North for good reason! Several newly constructed and newly renovated businesses now complement Aurora’s existing downtown and business park. Over 100 established businesses offer shoppers a variety of retail products and services. The new Lake Saint James walking and biking trail provides new recreational ... http://tour.ironrange.org/blog/2008/08/15/welcome-to-aurora-star-of-the-north/