Quality of Life

Our rich heritage, strong values, commitment to education, excellent health care, strong work and business ethics, and an enthusiastic spirit are the foundation of our community.

The Kanabec Area has a wide variety of recreation and entertainment opportunities. Whether your interests include outdoor sports, indoor sports, or festivals, there is something for everyone. Area organizations include numerous clubs and special interest groups ranging from the arts to wrestling. It is truly a place for all seasons.

Natural Resources!
The Kanabec Area is rich with many lakes and rivers for water enthusiasts…

Kanabec History Center
Established in 1978, the Kanabec History Center hosts a variety of programs and exhibits throughout the year…

Swimming Pools
The beautiful Aquatic Center in Mora offers a lap pool, a diving pool, three water slides and a shallow pool…
The pool at the Ogilvie School is indoors and open to the public at scheduled times.

MAYRA (Mora Area Youth Recreation Association)
MAYRA runs the Mora Civic Center and the outdoor skating rinks…

Mora Public Library
A branch of the East Central Regional Library, the Mora Library offers a wide selection of books, reference material, and other resource material…

Nordic Ski Center
The center was a dream that became a reality through private donations and dedicated volunteers…

Paradise Theater
A not-for-profit community owned theater, the Paradise offers first run movies, and provides a location for concerts, stage productions, seminars, and other special events…

Springbrook Golf Course
Located 2 miles east of Mora, Springbrook is considered to be one of the finest courses in East Central Minnesota…