From dam removals to re-meander projects, many rivers and streams in Minnesota are regaining their wildness and seeing fish and other wildlife return.
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Likely Stories: A Photographic Journey through Climate Adaptations in the St. Croix Watershed
“Likely Stories,” the project that emerged, can best be described as a photographic journey through climate adaptations in the St. Croix Watershed. As part of this project, the artists seek to document the local impacts of climate change, such as black ash swamps, decimated by Emerald ash borer, tamarack “ghost forests,” algae blooms on the river and inland lakes, and future changes at the Allen S. King power plant. Equally important, they also hope to showcase examples of individuals, communities and organizations that are taking action to build climate resiliency.
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Ice castles and cliffs plus heaves on my shore?
From ice castles to sculptures, and even scalable cliffs of ice, Minnesotans are adept at finding creative ways to have fun in the winter. What happens, though, when the dynamic power of ice wrecks havoc on shoreline properties?
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When temps plummet, turn to sand or grit instead of salt
By the time temps drop below 15°F, salt pretty much stops working and the ice will remain solid, no matter how much salt you dump on the ground.
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New grant funds help local communities prepare for extreme weather
Local watershed districts, including the Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix, Comfort Lake – Forest Lake, and Ramsey-Washington Metro, are tapping into new funds from the state to reduce flood risk.
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Chasing rainbows in the shallows
Seeing rainbows in the water at a stream or wetland near you? It could be from pollution, but not always! Learn how to tell the difference between natural sheens and spilled oil.
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Staying warm and upright during Minnesota’s winters
Twenty-five years later, I’m still wearing that same pair of snow pants and mukluks and I’ve picked up a few additional tricks for staying warm and upright during Minnesota’s winters.
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Local cities find innovative strategies to reduce chloride pollution
From heated sidewalks to GPS-based snow plow systems, local cities are taking big steps to reduce chloride pollution.
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Owl and fisher with a side of fox
Many wildlife species are becoming more abundant in our area, thanks to reforestation and conservation efforts.
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Will derby ducks sail on a cleaner creek in 2025?
The City recently restored a 300ft stretch of degraded stream along 3rd Ave. N near Perro Park, in partnership with Middle St Croix Watershed Management Organization (MSCWMO) and the Washington Conservation District. The goal of the project is to stabilize the streambank, reduce the amount of sediment and phosphorus flowing downstream to the St. Croix River, and improve habitat along Perro Creek.
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