During our three hours on the water, we saw four people fly-fishing but no other paddlers.
Read MoreIce Cream and Raingardens
Today, the roughly 200 raingardens in Stillwater alone are a testament to the commitment to clean water shared by local residents, city staff and officials, and the MSCWMO.
Read MoreUp North at the Cabin
Cousin Bonnie even showed me the willow wattles they made to prevent erosion from wave action, and talked about how they want to do more to protect the lake.
Read MoreProtecting the St. Croix River
There was a stench in the air when we arrived at the marina in Hudson, Wisconsin. “That’s why we’re doing this workshop!” we said to one another as we boarded the Grand Duchess and looked down disapprovingly at the green, algae-slicked water in the river. For years, the stretch of the St. Croix River between…
Read MoreWhat to ask for from your lawn care provider
All of the recommendations are research based and proven to result in healthier grass that is more resistant to drought, disease and weeds and gentler on wildlife and water resources.
Read MoreGet a “behind the scenes” look at Stillwater area yards and gardens, July 13 and 14
The Family Means St. Croix Valley Garden Tour offers a once a year opportunity for garden voyeurs like myself to get a behind the scenes look at some of the most beautiful yards in the area.
Read MoreMore big rainstorms? It’s not your imagination.
Rainfall in Minnesota has increased by 20-25% for 50 and 100-year storms.
Read MoreMaking the Most of Big Backyards
West Lakeland Evening in the Big Backyard: Tuesday, June 25, 6:30-8pm
Read MoreGive me a home where the buffalo roam
This year, for the first time, the Washington Conservation District has grant funds available to help landowners living near the St. Croix River convert large areas of turf to prairie, making it easier than ever for people to go native.
Read MoreValley Branch lake and stream improvement project kicks off June 4 & 6
Included in the study are Silver Lake in North St. Paul/Maplewood; Sunfish, Eagle Point and Horseshoe Lakes in Lake Elmo; and Lake Edith in Afton. A separate study will also look at Kelle’s Creek in Afton, which was recently found to have elevated levels of E. coli bacteria.
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