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| Backus (city) |
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| Population | 257 | 255 | 240 | 311 | 250 | -61 | -19.61 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) | 0.60 | 14.87 | 0.59 | 0.60 | -- | -- | -- |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) | 428.33 | 17.15 | 406.78 | 518.86 | -- | -- | -- |
| Housing Units | 164 | 194 | 181 | 194 | 183 | -11 | -5.67 |
| Households | -- | 110 | 102 | 123 | 112 | -11 | -8.94 |
| Persons Per Household | -- | 2.32 | 2.35 | 2.53 | 2.23 | -0.30 | -- |
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As of the census of 2000, there are 311 people, 123 households, and 83 families residing in the city. The population density is 200.1/km˛ (518.9/mi˛). There are 194 housing units at an average density of 124.8/km˛ (323.7/mi˛). The racial makeup of the city is 98.07% White, 0.00% African American, 0.00% Native American, 0.64% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 0.00% from other races, and 1.29% from two or more races. 0.00% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 123 households out of which 34.1% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.9% are married couples living together, 17.1% have a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% are non-families. 29.3% of all households are made up of individuals and 14.6% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.53 and the average family size is 3.12.
In the city the population is spread out with 30.2% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 15.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 37 years. For every 100 females there are 106.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 99.1 males.
The median income for a household in the city is $26,875, and the median income for a family is $32,500. Males have a median income of $26,563 versus $13,438 for females. The per capita income for the city is $12,077. 23.0% of the population and 16.3% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 36.4% of those under the age of 18 and 14.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
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Community Named for Lumber King
The community of Backus, located in central Cass County, took its name from one of the greatest lumbermen in Minnesota history.
Edward Wellington Backus was born in Jamestown, New York in 1860, and left a country school at the age of 18 to attend the University of Minnesota. His hard work eventually led to a position with the Twin Cities lumber firm of Lee and McCulloch. Wages amounted to $9 a week, but Backus had bigger plans.
As the years passed, he gained experience in the timber industry. By 1890, he had built sawmills that were the second largest in Minneapolis.
In August of 1893 a fire hit the booming city, destroying 20 blocks of homes, factories and the Backus mills. With insurance money, Backus bought another mill, only to have it, too, destroyed by fire a short time later.
Meanwhile, the timber industry moved northward. Tall pine stands in Cass and Itasca Counties attracted attention from enterprising mill owners. Edward Backus was not going to be left behind.
The E.W. Backus Lumber Company, which later became the Backus and Brooks Lumber Company, was established in Powers Township of Cass County around 1898. Lumber camps were constructed, and nearby buildings to house employees and a warehouse were added to the landscape. As more and more families made this area their home, the settlement became a town. The community was incorporated in 1902, and appropriately, the name Backus was adopted by its founders.
Edward Backus was still looking North, however. In following years, he built a dam and papermills near the Canadian border. He also added hundreds of miles of logging railroad to his new operations.
Across the United States, however, the economy was seriously strained. The Great Depression arrived, and with it thousands of businesses were bankrupted.
On March 1, 1931, the world of Edward Backus collapsed. The lumberman faced debts he could not pay. With only memories of a life of prosperity, he was nearly penniless. His innovative mind was still active, however, and. when he died — just two and a half years later in a New York hotel — he was planning yet another timber empire, this time in Alaska.
From "In Our Own Backyard" by Carol Russell
© 1979, North Central Minnesota Historical Center
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| Backus City Hall 112 King Street S PO Box 44 Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3221 City Council meets the first Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the City Council chambers. |
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| Mayor | 12/31/2012 | Toni Thomas 118 Hazel Street S Backus, MN 56435 |
(218) 947-3221 |
| Clerk/Treasurer | appointed |
Carol Vredenburg
112 King Street S Backus, MN 56435 |
(218) 947-3221 |
| Council Member | 12/31/2014 | Rae Borst 514 Wood Street N Backus, MN 56435 |
(218) 947-3221 |
| Council Member | 12/31/2014 | Jim Thomas 118 Hazel Street S Backus, MN 56435 |
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| Council Member | 12/31/2012 | Steven Braker 511 Wood Street N Backus, MN 56435 |
(218) 947-3221 |
| Council Member | 12/31/2012 | Randal Zwart 317 Hazel Street N Backus, MN 56435 |
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US Post Office 114 Washburn Avenue E Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4767 Toll Free: (800) ASK USPS Web: www.usps.com
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| Electricity | Minnesota Power | (218) 587-4401 |
| Natural Gas | n/a | -- |
| Wastewater | Backus Municipal | (218) 947-3221 |
| Water | Backus Municipal | (218) 947-3221 |
| Telephone | TDS Telecom | (218) 568-0000 |
| Cable TV | Interlake Cablevision | (218) 568-5454 |
| Employer | Products/Services | Employees |
| Backus Elementary School | Elementary & Secondary Schools | 48 |
| Eveland's Inc | Motor Vehicle Body & Trailer Manufacturing | 42 |
| Godfrey's, Inc. | Grocery Stores | 30 |
| Backus Corner Store & Restaurant | Specialty Food Stores | 28 |
| Bruce's Contracting | Foundation, Structure & Bldg. Exterior Contractors | 20 |
| Red Pine Log Homes | Other Wood Product Manufacturing | 19 |
| Cass Co Land Dept | Admin. of Environmental Quality Programs | 11 |

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| Black Bear Golf
Course 2898 16th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2241 Phone: (218) 587-8800 |
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District Office - Independent School District 274 980 First Street N PO Box 610 Pine River, MN 56474 Phone: (218) 587-4720 Web: www.PRBSchools.org Grades: PK-12 |
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Backus Church of the
Nazarene 618 State Highway 371 NW PO Box 41 Backus, MN 65435 Phone: (218) 947-4243 Web: www.backusnazarenechurch.com
Pastor: Rev. John Riste |
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| Bethlehem Lutheran
Church 2185 State Highway 64 SW Backus, MN 56435-2407 Phone: (218) 947-3350 Pastor: n/a |
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| Emmanuel Lutheran
Church 603 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4182 Pastor:
Ronald Carnicom |
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Lakeside Baptist
Church 125 Church Lane Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4955 Web: www.lakesidebaptistchurch-backus.org Pastor:
Jeffrey Broom |
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Mildred Bible Chapel
3466 14th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2236 Phone: (218) 587-2562 Web: www.mildredbiblechapel.com Pastor:
Dennis Gillerman |
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| Pine Mountain Inn
Bed & Breakfast 205 King Street Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3050 |
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Bayside Cabins &
Bike Rental 206 Rosalind Avenue W Backus, MN 56435-2198 Phone: (218) 947-3344 North Central Minnesota's family vacation, biking and fishing resort in the heart of Lake Country. We set out to make BaySide a special place in the sun for you. A retreat based upon the slower-paced activities and leisurely days that you knew in your childhood. A place where you can get back in touch with yourself, your family and your friends. A place and a time you'll remember and want to come back to again and again. Your place in the quiet of the Minnesota northwoods. |
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| Idle-A-While Resort 2263 E Long Lake Drive NW Backus, MN 56435-2116 Phone: (218) 682-2483 |
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Mountain View Resort 590 Wood Street N Backus, MN 56435-2194 Phone: (218) 947-3233 Web: www.mtnviewresort.com In addition to fishing, Mountain View Resort features several outdoor activities: Basketball, Bicycles, Sandbox, Swingset, Campfires, Horseshoes, Badminton, Grills, Paddleboat and Canoe. Four RV sites on the grounds of Mountain View Resort. Each site includes water, sewer, and electrical hookups. Besides our hospitality, you and your family or friends will enjoy fishing, boating and the beautiful view of Pine Mountain Lake. |
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Ruttgers Pine
Mountain Camping Resort 5068 State Highway 87 SW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4099 Web: www.ruttgerspinemountain.com Located on the southern shore of beautiful Pine Mountain Lake, Ruttgers Pine Mountain Camping Resort and Pine Mountain Cottages caters to your camping, RVing and resorting needs. Begun in 1898 by Joseph and Josephine Ruttger in Deerwood MN, Ruttger family resorts have had a longstanding tradition of clean, friendly surroundings and most of all the famous Ruttger hospitality. Under the proprietorship of William & Candy Ruttger, fourth generation resorter, experience what Ruttger hospitality is all about!! |
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Sandy Pines Resort
2731 Raven Lane NW Backus, MN 56435-3034 Phone: (218) 947-4467 Web: www.sandypinesresort.com Sandy Pines Resort is open year round so that you can have an opportunity to enjoy the changing of the seasons. Come and enjoy your vacation at Sandy Pines Resort, which is located on Big Portage Lake in Backus, Minnesota. We have 10 acres and 500 feet of sandy lakeshore. We offer Cabins at an affordable rate and well kept Campgrounds. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature from the Deep Portage Reserve which surrounds us on the northern shores. Big Portage Lake has open channels to Rice Portage, & Deep Portage Lakes. |
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Tuck-a-Way Resort & Campground 70 Lake Hattie Drive NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 587-4725 Web: www.tuck-a-way.net Located on beautiful Lake Hattie amidst the towering Norway pines, with wilderness trails and lakeshore for you to explore. Enjoy great fishing, hiking, a day at the beach or simply relaxing. During the winter you can do a little ice fishing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling or some cross-country skiing over the 1,800 acres surrounding the resort. Additional notes: We have 2 non-smoking cabins and 10 seasonal campsites. |
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Ruttgers Pine
Mountain Camping Resort 5068 State Highway 87 SW Backus, MN 56435-2207 Phone: (218) 947-4099 Located on the southern shore of beautiful Pine Mountain Lake, Ruttgers Pine Mountain Camping Resort caters to your camping, RVing and resorting needs. |
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33 Ranch &
Saddlery 9635 16th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2194 Phone: (218) 947-3711 Web: www.customsaddlesandchaps.com 33 Ranch & Saddlery is a family owned and operated custom saddle shop. We are located in central Minnesota, where we have been in business for over 20 years. 33 Ranch & Saddlery is run by the Kuschel family. to learn more about 33 Ranch & Saddlery, our family, and our ranching heritage, see The Family Behind The Saddles. |
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| 371 Welding & Fabrication 1661 Highway 371 N Backus, MN 56435-2551 Phone: (218) 947-4923 |
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| A E Web Design
511 Wood Street N Backus, MN 56435-2194 Phone: (218) 947-3297 |
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| Advantage Heating and Cooling 2648 State Highway 87 NW Backus, MN 56435-3033 Phone: (218) 947-4480 |
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Air D 397 Airport Road Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3100 Web: www.flyaird.com Quality personalized flight instruction to fit your needs. I do not over book my planes. Never a dissatisfied customer. |
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American Legion
426 Wren Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2002 Phone: (218) 947-3156 |
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B & L Automotive Service
107 Washburn Avenue E Backus, MN 56435-4500 Phone: (218) 947-4911 Web: www.tireone.com/Dealers/bandlautomotive
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| Backus Distributing 5108 State Highway 87 SW Backus, MN 56435-2208 Phone: (218) 947-3617 |
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Backus Locker 111 Front Street N Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4220 Web: www.backuslocker.com An old fashioned meat market where "Our customers are our Top Priority". Fish & Poultry Smoking, BBQ Hog, Big Game Registation Station, Gift Certificates, Locker Rental, Quick and Easy Gift Ideas |
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| Backus Lumber &
Supply 4169 4th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2511 Phone: (218) 947-3456 |
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| Black Bear Golf
Course 2898 16th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2241 Phone: (218) 587-8800 |
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| Bruce's Contracting
Inc 2050 County Road 41 NW Backus, MN 56435-2031 Phone: (218) 947-3353 |
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| Bud's Refrigeration
Service 1027 28th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-2168 Phone: (218) 947-4077 |
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| Can Do Enterprises 3348 16th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2168 Phone: (218) 587-4090 |
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| Connie's Salon
215 Carpenter Street Backus, MN 56435-2209 Phone: (218) 947-3789 |
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| Corner Store 402 Wren Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2002 Phone: (218) 947-4115 |
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| Country Garden
Center 691 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4545 |
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| D C Motor Sports &
Small Engine 285 Hickory Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2440 Phone: (218) 947-4747 |
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| D J's Liquor Outlet
406 Wren Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2002 Phone: (218) 947-3705 |
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| Day Excavating
290 State Highway 371 SW Backus, MN 56435-2401 Phone: (218) 947-3311 |
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| Dignity & Grace Assisted Living 823 State Highway 371 Backus, MN 56435-2401 Phone: (218) 947-4445 |
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| Doug's Gunsmith Shop
3929 8th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2514 Phone: (218) 947-3600 |
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| Eveland's Welding Shop 4161 4th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2511 Phone: (218) 947-4114 |
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F & S Transmission
4187 16th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2101 Phone: (218) 947-3363 |
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| First National Bank
of Walker 620 Washburn Avenue E Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3111 |
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| Foothills Ceramic
Tile 875 72nd Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-2486 Phone: (218) 947-4560 |
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| Godfrey's Backus
Hardware 964 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435-2441 Phone: (218) 947-4131 |
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| Grinning Bear Rolloff 811 24th Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-2441 Phone: (218) 587-4990 |
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| Hattie's Haven 1976 Napanese Beach Drive NW Backus, MN 56435-2441 Phone: (218) 587-3032 |
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| Henry's Woodworking 944 24th Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-2271 Phone: (218) 587-4899 Web: www.henryswoodworking.com Since 1980, Henry's Woodworking has been producing outstanding, reasonably priced wood items, ranging from furniture to custom cabinets. We have more than 35 years of woodworking experience and are dedicated to creating gorgeous long-lasting wood furniture. |
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| Hopkins Strip Shop
4219 18th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2103 Phone: (218) 947-4962 Toll Free: (888) 403-5868 |
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| Idle-A-While Resort 2263 E Long Lake Drive NW Backus, MN 56435-2116 Phone: (218) 682-2483 |
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| J & K Sprinklers 1580 42nd Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-2103 Phone: (218) 587-5284 |
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| Jay La Hair Studio 115 Front Street N Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4401 |
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| Jim's Off Sale
695 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3290 |
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| Johnson Landscaping 1914 Trefoil Drive Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 820-2025 |
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| Keefe Heating Air &
Appliance 559 Nuthatch Loop NW Backus, MN 56435-2095 Phone: (218) 947-3210 |
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| Kenly Law Offices
1843 W Ox Yoke Road NW Backus, MN 56435-2024 Phone: (218) 947-3000 |
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| L & M Upholstery
2245 38th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-2028 Phone: (218) 947-4086 |
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| Lake Region Heating
& Cooling 2402 Rice Portage Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2160 Phone: (218) 947-3575 |
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| Lakes Area Dock
Service 1030 40th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-2005 Phone: (218) 947-3275 |
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| Lakeside Plumbing 1279 Trinity Pines Drive Backus, MN 56435-2005 Phone: (218) 947-4740 |
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| Land Auction Real Estate 1836 State Highway 371 Backus, MN 56435-2005 Phone: (218) 587-3008 |
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Losgauchos Ranch 722 76th Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-2051 Phone: (218) 947-3777 Web: www.janemelby.com Congratulations Jane on making the 2011 National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas! After a long time on the road and several setbacks, you have managed to not only make it in, but with room to spare. Finishing the 2011 season in 11th place a testament to your strong desire to not only win, but win BIG! For all the Jane Melby clients, sponsors, family members & fans out there, Jane wants to let you all know how grateful she is for everyone being there for her. Without the help and support everyone has shown, she could never have made it to the NFR. |
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| Memories In Flight 4201 16th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2347 Phone: (218) 587-3038 |
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Mountain View Resort 590 Wood Street N Backus, MN 56435-2194 Phone: (218) 947-3233 Web: www.mtnviewresort.com In addition to fishing, Mountain View Resort features several outdoor activities: Basketball, Bicycles, Sandbox, Swingset, Campfires, Horseshoes, Badminton, Grills, Paddleboat and Canoe. Four RV sites on the grounds of Mountain View Resort. Each site includes water, sewer, and electrical hookups. Besides our hospitality, you and your family or friends will enjoy fishing, boating and the beautiful view of Pine Mountain Lake. |
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| Nadeau's Rods and
Restoration 3067 16th Street SW Backus, MN 56435-2240 Phone: (218) 587-5559 |
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| Nature's Bounty
Basket Boutique 4219 18th Street NW Backus, MN 56435-2103 Phone: (218) 851-6775 |
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| North Pine River Tire Service 1702 State Highway 371 SW Backus, MN 56435-2434 Phone: (218) 587-2405 |
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Northland Septic
Maintenance 1275 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW Backus, MN 56435-2085 Phone: (218) 947-4999 Web: www.northlandseptic.com Northland was established in 1973 and has grown into a team of highly trained professionals for all your septic tank pumping, septic repair or inspection service needs in North-Central Minnesota. We are ready to serve you with the best equipment, best people, and best service. Whether your need is residential, commercial, municipal, or industrial we can help. |
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| Northwood Stitch & Screen 414 Wren Trail NW Backus, MN 56435-2085 Phone: (218) 947- |
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| Paulsen Home Builders 1118 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435-2173 Phone: (218) 587-3838 |
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| Pete Trapp
Structures 1024 Taylor Road NW Backus, MN 56435-2173 Phone: (218) 947-4505 |
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Pine
Mountain Camping Resort 5068 State Highway 87 SW Backus, MN 56435-2207 Phone: (218) 947-4099 Web: www.ruttgerspinemountain.com Located on the southern shore of beautiful Pine Mountain Lake, Ruttgers Pine Mountain Camping Resort caters to your camping, RVing and resorting needs. |
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| Pine Mountaineer
Seniors Club 131 Front Street N Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3844 |
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Pine River Iron & Metal 1836 State Highway 371 SW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 587-2700 Web: www.crowwingrecycling.com
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| Rad Air
Inc. 1635 E Ponto Lake Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 682-3100 Web: www.radaircars.com Our philosophy is simple: You're in the driver's seat. We work for you. That means, whether you are looking for an award-winning custom paint job; a complete classic car restoration; custom building and bodywork; and/or performance modifications, we deliver with skill, a state-of-the-art facility, hard work, and craftsmanship. It also means, we don't stop working until the vision you hoped for entering the shop, becomes the vision you realize as you leave the shop. |
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Radiant Photography 1941 County Road 41 NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3666 Web: www.radiant-photography.com |
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Red Pine Log Homes
Inc 147 State Highway 371 SW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3666 Web: www.redpinehomes.com The log home is a symbol of our American Heritage, durable and comfortable. Now you can enjoy the charm and comfort of an authentic log home, handcrafted by skilled craftsmen with over 40 years of experience. The Red Pine Log Home will blend harmoniously with all surroundings. Whether your needs are a seasonal cottage or an all season home, you can enjoy the rustic beauty and comfort of a log home. Your Red Pine Log Home begins with a custom design. Our design service will work very closely with you to establish a plan that will fulfill your needs that is unique and expressive, yet practical to construct. |
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| Rudy's Taxidermy
5509 State 87 Highway SW Backus, MN 56435-2074 Phone: (218) 947-4821 |
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Rusty's Up North
Realty 105 Front Street Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 674-7800 Web: www.rustysupnorthrealty.com Rusty's Up North Realty is a full service broker offering many different types of properties. "There is no substitute for Experience" |
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| Salty Dog Saloon &
Eatery 3380 State Highway 87 NW Backus, MN 56435-3042 Phone: (218) 947-4446 |
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Sandy Pines Resort
2731 Raven Lane NW Backus, MN 56435-3034 Phone: (218) 947-4467 Web: www.sandypinesresort.com Sandy Pines Resort is open year round so that you can have an opportunity to enjoy the changing of the seasons. Come and enjoy your vacation at Sandy Pines Resort, which is located on Big Portage Lake in Backus, Minnesota. We have 10 acres and 500 feet of sandy lakeshore. We offer Cabins at an affordable rate and well kept Campgrounds. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature from the Deep Portage Reserve which surrounds us on the northern shores. Big Portage Lake has open channels to Rice Portage, & Deep Portage Lakes. |
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| Sawyer Enterprises 317 Front Street S Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 838-7000 |
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Sawyer Timber Company
137 State Highway 371 SW Backus, MN 56435-2402 Phone: (218) 947-4032 Web: www.sawyertimber.com Sawyer Timber Co., LLP provides clear cut or select cut timber logs for the Backus, MN area. We also buy standing timbers of aspen, birch, oak, and more. |
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Scamp Travel Trailers 507 State Highway 371 Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4932 Web: www.scamptrailers.com Durable, Lightweight Travel Trailers - Scamp trailers are built to order, lightweight and aerodynamic in design. We’ve been building small travel trailers since 1972 and many are still being enjoyed today. The lightweight, hard shell fiberglass travel trailer design is very durable and easy to tow and maneuver. Towable by Small Cars - Our small campers are very economical; especially important with today’s high fuel costs. All three size Scamps have been designed to be towed by small cars, SUVs, mini vans, and trucks. The aerodynamic design assures high fuel efficiency and most people can tow the Scamp with a vehicle they already own. |
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| Soukup Brothers
Construction 838 20th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-2149 Phone: (218) 947-3004 |
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| Stockman Cattle Company 2427 State Highway 87 N Backus, MN 56435-2149 Phone: (218) 947-3332 |
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| Taylor Made Custom Homes 1633 24th Avenue SW Backus, MN 56435-3042 Phone: (218) 587-3537 |
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| Tessa
Kriesel Designs 358 44th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-3042 Phone: (218) 316-1256 Web: www.tessakriesel.com |
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Tuck-a-Way Resort & Campground 70 Lake Hattie Drive NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 587-4725 Web: www.tuck-a-way.net Located on beautiful Lake Hattie amidst the towering Norway pines, with wilderness trails and lakeshore for you to explore. Enjoy great fishing, hiking, a day at the beach or simply relaxing. During the winter you can do a little ice fishing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling or some cross-country skiing over the 1,800 acres surrounding the resort. Additional notes: We have 2 non-smoking cabins and 10 seasonal campsites. |
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US Post Office 114 Washburn Avenue E Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-4767 Toll Free: (800) ASK USPS Web: www.usps.com |
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| Westphal Small Engine Repair 2295 38th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435-2028 Phone: (218) 947-3301 |
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| Willard's Saloon &
Eatery 121 Front Street N Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3832 |
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Woodspirit Gardens 162 State Highway 371 NW Backus, MN 56435 Phone: (218) 947-3663 Web: www.woodspiritgardens.com In this day of unprecedented development and tremendous growth of human activity on our beautiful planet, we feel the importance of providing a place where both man and animal have a place of refuge. A basic need we all have is to return to a place that both calms and refreshes us. A return to the Garden of Eden as it were... Our goal is to replicate that garden and the peace it promises. |
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