Cloquet vs. Pine City vs. ?

[newcastle]

Originally Posted by CrystalIce

I like the Cloquet area and shops(I'm not originally from Duluth so I guess I can say that). The only thing you want to make sure is that you are not down wind from the paper facotry. Is there such a place in Cloquet?

Yes, It is called Sappi Fine Paper. Formerly Potlatch Corporation.

[acrylic]

Originally Posted by newcastle

Yes, It is called Sappi Fine Paper. Formerly Potlatch Corporation.

And boy can it make things stink sometimes. I guess it depends on the time of day?

[fromupthere]

Originally Posted by newcastle

Yes, It is called Sappi Fine Paper. Formerly Potlatch Corporation.

I think CrystalIce meant is there such a place that is not downwind from Sappi.

[dhmn69]

Originally Posted by newcastle

I grew up in Cloquet and think the schools and atheltic programs were good as well as the drama program. The director worked for the Guthrie for a time-or one of those theaters down in the cities. As far as knowing anything about the outisde world, I think you may have trouble with the small towns and even Duluth.

Actually the 'director' Julie McMerty (formerly Bartholdi) retired from Cloquet Schools this past January. Nearly all of us who went through Cloquet had her for English or Speech class at one point.

[mxland]

I grew up in Cloquet, and currently live in Barnum. Both schools are excellent. Many folks have recommended Esko. They also have a great school system, but little to no business, so taxes are higher than in Cloquet. I am currently a teacher in Cloquet. We moved out of Cloquet in favor of a smaller town, and more land. Cloquet has a slowly growing gang population and all the issues that go along with that. That being said, it was a nice place to grow up and go to school, but I prefer Barnum. The elementary and high school are fairly new, and growing. The curriculum is rock solid, and the faculty and staff are the best. There are a couple restaurants and gas stations in town, and in August, the town hosts the annual Carlton County Fair and Spring Fever Days. There are several lakes in the area, and lake homes are available. Barnum does not have shopping, but it is a short 20 minute drive to Cloquet where you can find anything you need. Moose Lake, 5 miles south, has shopping also, but not as extensive as Cloquet. Moose Lake is a beautiful community, and also has a good school system, although the building is aging. Lake homes on Moosehead lake are almost impossible to come by, but there are several other appealing options within 5 or so miles - Coffee Lake, Sand Lake, Sturgeon Lake, Island Lake, Little Hanging Horn Lake, Big Hanging Horn Lake, and Bear Lake to name a few. Both Barnum and Moose Lake are right off Interstate 35, and just over 1.5 hours to St. Paul and a little over .5 hours to Duluth. I think this area is by far the best place to raise a family and enjoy northern Minnesota at its best! I recommend you take a weekend drive up north, and check out Barnum and Moose Lake yourself. Come in August during the fair! City of Barnum, Minnesota Welcome to Moose Lake

[pine city guy]

It's not often that one debates moving to Cloquet vs. Pine City? The two are "exurbs" of entirely different metropolitan areas, the Twin Ports and the Twin Cities. I highly recommend Pine City. The community is full of events, from lawn mower and power boat races, to cultural gatherings (Czech booya, gay prides, rendezvous, etc.), to civic events! The people are warm and hospitable. The wide variety of businesses offer everything needed. Did you know you can even go for sushi in Pine City? The community is full of wonderful surprises and is worth a second look!