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Wadena County offers excellent family recreation year-round, but the local communities come alive each summer! Folks seeking to explore central Minnesota outdoors can find many activities, events or relaxation throughout the quiet neighborhoods.  Float the river The Crow Wing River Canoe Trail runs over 90 miles through Wadena County. The river’s depth limits motorized boating, so it's the perfect trail to canoe or tube. Numerous put-ins allow for a simple day trip, while multi-day excursions are possible with the many riverside parks allowing camping. Area businesses like Huntersville Canoe Outfitters, Outpost Bar & Grill, Gloege’s Canoe & Kayak Outfitting and Wahoo Valle...

One of the strongest drivers in the overall health of an area’s business and residential environment is economic development. In Wadena County, that environment is led by many small businesses and entrepreneurs. Those individuals and organizations are fortunate to have a significant advocate for their success in the West Central Economic Development Alliance (Economic Alliance). From May 9 to May 13, the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is hosting its seventh annual National Economic Development Week (EDW), as an incredibly beneficial resource to local economic development efforts like those provided by the Economic Alliance. EDW is an opportunity to recognize the Economi...