La Crosse, WI

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La Crosse, WIYoure going to love it here!
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La Crosse, WI
Theres no other place like it

• Considering a move that will uproot everything
  you know is a big step. Doing research yourself
  always helps, but it can get overwhelming. This
  presentation is designed to make things easier to
  handle and understand. The presentation is not
  all inclusive however, the information and
  websites included will help you focus your
  search.

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Welcome!

• La Crosse was first explored in 1680 by the
  French. The area received its name when a group
  of Native Americans were seen playing a game that
  looked like La Crosse.
• La Crosse was a major trading post, where both
  water and land contributed to its success. Both
  the lumber industry and the river commerce
  contributed to the growth of the city, however in
  the late 1800s both businesses began to decline.
  The industry that came to La Crosses rescue was
  the brewing business. Five breweries moved to
  the area and helped make La Crosse the city it is
  today.
• While the industries helped La Crosse become a
  popular spot, what also brought people to this
  area was the natural landscapes and wildlife.
• Thats why this area is affectionately known as
• Gods Country

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Education
The greater La Crosse area has a wide range of
educational resources for you to choose from.
This includes multiple colleges, high schools and
grade schools.

• Colleges/Universities
• University of Wisconsin La Crosse
• Western Technical College
• Viterbo University
• Other University of Wisconsin Campuses

• La Crosse Public Schools
• Other Area Schools
• High Schools
• Central
• Logan
• Aquinas

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Health Care

• Moving here would give you the unique opportunity
  to be close to two major hospitals. Each have
  their own specialists in various areas, some of
  which are described below.
• Gundersen Lutheran
• Cancer care, neuroscience, and orthopaedics
• Franciscan Skemp
• Senior services, maternity, and cardiac care

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Religion
The La Crosse area has an abundance of churches
to worship with including Adventists, Catholic,
Baptists, Lutheran and Jewish, just to name a
few. Many of these churches do not have
websites, however the link at the bottom of this
page will direct you to information that includes
churches in the area, their phone numbers and
addresses. http//www.la-crosse.wi.us/
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Service Organizations

• Need something to keep you busy, or have a
  favorite organization back home that you want to
  stay involved with? Well, the La Crosse area has
  plenty of old and new options to consider, use
  the link at the bottom of this page to check them
  out.
• http//www.la-crosse.wi.us/lpl.asp?level1keyCom
  munity20Organizations

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Things To Do!

• Being new to the area means you have a lot of
  exploring to do. Weve got a variety of things
  to do, many of which are unique to this area. In
  the next couple of slides you will find various
  options that will entertain the entire family.
• Some have links and some do not, so if you would
  like more information please feel free to contact
  the local Chamber of Commerce.

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La Crosse Area Attractions

• Historic Downtown
• Unique Shops
• Restaurants
• La Crosse Center
• Concerts
• Fairs
• Fests
• Oktoberfest
• Riverfest
• Air Fest

• Museums
• Childrens Museum
• Riverside Museum
• Art Galleries
• UW-L
• Viterbo
• Heider Center for the Arts

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More Area Attractions

• Myrick Park Zoo
• Granddad Bluff
• City Brewery
• La Crosse Loggers
• River Cruises
• Julia Belle Swain
• Island Girl
• La Crosse Queen

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Seasonal Activities
The diverse natural landscape gives way to an
outdoor lovers dream. Each season brings
something new and exciting

• Spring, Summer, Fall
• Bike Trails
• Hiking Trails
• Fishing
• Hunting
• Camping
• Golf
• Horse Riding

• Winter
• Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding
• Cross Country Skiing
• Snowmobiling
• Ice Skating
• Sledding
• Ice Fishing

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Where to Live?

• If city living isnt for you, there are plenty of
  other options in this area. There are towns
  ranging in size from less than 1,000 to 25,000,
  all within a half an hour from La Crosse. Each
  town has many different things to offer and the
  next few slides are going to show you some towns
  to consider. Basic information is given in each
  slide however, if you want to learn more try the
  links on the bottom of the pages.

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Onalaska, WI (3 miles away)

• Population 15,080
• Schools (Public Private)
• 3 Elementary
• 2 Grade
• 1 Middle
• 2 High
• Health Services
• Gunderson Clinic
• Franciscan Clinic
• 10 Dental Offices
• 8 Chiropractor Offices

• 16 Churches
• Different denominations
• 15 Service Organizations
• Boy/Girl Scouts
• Lions/Lioness Club
• Jaycees
• And many more.
• Recreation
• Lake Onalaska
• Omni Center
• Trade shows
• Inside winter sports

To learn more about Onalaska, try these
websites http//www.cityofonalaska.com/
http//www.discoveronalaska.com/
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Stoddard, WI (13 miles away)

• 2 Churches
• Lutheran
• Methodist
• Service Organizations
• Boy/Girl Scouts
• Lions/Lioness Club
• American Legion
• Recreation
• Stoddard Park
• Mississippi River

• Population 815
• Schools
• (share district with DeSoto)
• 2 Elementary
• 1 Middle
• 1 High

To learn more about Stoddard, try these
websites http//stoddardwi.tripod.com/
http//www.desoto.k12.wi.us/
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Holmen, WI (11 miles away)

• Population 3,190
• Schools
• 3 Elementary
• 1 Middle
• 1 High
• Health
• Holmen Clinic
• 2 Dentist Offices

• 7 Churches
• Different Denominations
• Service Organizations
• Lions/Lioness
• Rod Gun Club
• American Legion
• Rotary Club
• Recreation
• Deer Wood Park
• Aquatic Park

To learn more about Holmen, try these
websites http//www.holmenwi.com/index.html
http//www.holmen.k12.wi.us/
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West Salem, WI (12 miles away)

• Population 4,800
• Schools
• 1 Elementary
• 1 Middle
• 1 High
• 2 Private
• Health
• Franciscan Clinic

• 7 Churches
• Different Denominations
• Service Organizations
• Boys Girls Club
• Recreation
• Fairgrounds Speedway
• Veterans Memorial Park

To learn more about West Salem, try these
websites http//www.westsalemwi.com/
http//www.wsalem.k12.wi.us/
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Trempealeau, WI (22 miles away)

• Population 1,300
• Schools
• 1 Elementary
• 1 Middle
• 1 High

• 10 Churches
• Different Denominations
• Service Organizations
• Lions Club
• Boy/Girl Scouts
• Garden Club
• Recreation
• Central Park
• Great River State Bike Trail

To learn more about Trempealeau, try these
websites http//www.trempealeau.net/
http//www.getschools.k12.wi.us/
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La Crescent, MN (5 miles away)

• Population 5,000
• Schools
• 2 Elementary
• 1 Middle
• 1 High
• Health
• 2 Medical Clinics
• 1 Dental Office
• 2 Chiropractor Offices

• 8 Churches
• Different Denominations
• Service Organizations
• Knights of Columbus
• Rotary Club
• Lions Club
• Recreation
• Apple Orchards
• Community Arena

To learn more about La Crescent, try these
websites http//lacrescent.govoffice.com/
http//lacrescentmn.com/
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Winona, MN (30 miles away)

• Population 27,000
• Schools
• 13 Elementary
• 2 Middle
• 2 High
• 4 Post Education
• Health
• 1 Hospital
• 7 Clinics

• 20 Churches
• Different Denominations
• Service Organizations
• YMCA
• Recreation
• Lake Winona
• Recreation Centers
• Museums

To learn more about Winona, try these
websites http//www.winonachamber.com/g5-bin/clien
t.cgi?G5genie1 http//www.visitwinona.com/
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Other Cities Include

• De Soto http//www.desotowi.com/
• Viroqua - http//www.viroqua-wisconsin.com/
• Westby - http//www.westbywi.com/
• Sparta - http//www.spartawisconsin.org/

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Weve Decided!

• Now that you have decided to move, the next step
  is to start planning.
• The most important thing is to stay organized
  and relaxed. This should be one of the most
  exciting times of your life!

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Stay Organized!

• Now that youve decided to move, to stay
  organized you should make a list of things to do!
  There are so many things to remember that weve
  found a great website to help you out.
• This website creates a customized timeline for
  you. You enter information that includes when
  and where your moving, if you are renting or
  owning a home, if you have children or pets, and
  the reason why you are moving.
• This timeline will help you manage your moving
  experience and make it an enjoyable one! But just
  in case, use this link to prevent headaches.

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Moving Advice

• The link at the bottom of this page will give you
  advice on a variety of things that will help with
  your move, including
• Packing tips
• Transition details
• Utility transfer details
• Moving announcements and address changes

http//www.rpsrelocation.com/moving_checklist.htm
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Housing

• A good thing about La Crosse is that, generally,
  the dollar goes farther here. Try this salary
  calculator to compare the city you live in to La
  Crosse. Also, here are some links to help you
  find a realtor
• La Crosse Area Realtors Apartment
  Connecxtion
• La Crosse Area Rentals 7 Rivers Rentals
• La Crosse Tribune La Crosse Area
  Apartments Net
• Home Gain

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Dont forget the kids!

• Moving is a scary thing, especially for children.
  You should let your kids know about the move as
  soon as possible. Let them know that everything
  will be okay and let them get comfortable with
  the situation before you start making big
  decisions. And, when the time comes, let them
  help with the decision making process from
  beginning to end. By getting them involved it
  wont seem like such a scary thing. Try this
  link to help you get the kids involved.
• Children react differently to moving based on
  their age all of them have some sort of fear
  about moving whether they are four or eighteen.
  Read this link to see how you can help your
  children deal with the move.
• Once you are in your new town, make sure to get
  the children out and about not just unpacking
  the house this will help them adjust faster.
  The La Crosse area has a lot of things to offer
  the sooner children realize this the better they
  will feel about the move. Most children are
  worried about sitting at home having nothing to
  do or no friends. Make sure this doesnt happen
  by getting them involved around town.

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Moving with Children?

• If you are moving with children, important things
  to consider are schooling and day care. It may
  help them adjust easier if they are allowed to
  help pick their school or day care center. These
  links have important questions you should ask
  yourself when choosing a school or child care
  provider.
• Schools
• Childcare

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Day Care

• Weve already shown you links to the area
  schools. But if you have a little one that is
  not quite ready for school, weve got some great
  links to help you find the perfect place for
  them.
• Day Care
• Day Care Centers
• UW-L Day Care
• Family Resource Referrals

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Jobs

• Finding a new career can be hard, but weve got
  excellent job opportunities for everyone. This
  includes part-time jobs for a teenager needing
  extra cash to careers for your significant other.
  Look at these helpful job service links to see
  what kind of career is right for you.
• WI JobNet
• WiscJobs
• Jobs.net

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More Relocation Information
Here are some more links that might prove useful

• Relocation Services
• Discover Our Town
• Yellow Pages
• Media
• La Crosse Tribune
• News Links
• Library
• Public Library

• DOT
• Wisconsin
• Minnesota
• Tax Information
• Wisconsin
• Minnesota

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Relax Enjoy!

• The most important thing to do when moving is to
  enjoy yourself. This should be a fun, new
  experience for you and your family.
• Stay calm and stay informed things will
  work out in the end.