In the coming weeks, there are a flurry of opportunities for people to embrace the coming spring and the changes it will bring to our yards and our surrounding watershed.
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Ten Things You Might Not Know About Water Resources in Washington County
Brown’s Creek, which originates near Withrow and meets the St. Croix River just north of Stillwater, is stocked annually with yearling brown trout.
Read MoreRegaining a Sense of Wonder
Multiple studies show that being physically active and spending time outdoors, particularly in natural environments, is good for our health.
Read MoreZebra on the Run
Federal and state officials in Washington County have been on the offensive since zebra mussels first showed up in the St. Croix River back in 1995.
Read MoreDigging for Treasure
“We talked to your husband this winter,” one said, “and we’re wondering if now might be a good time to dig that hole in your yard.”
Read MoreThe March of the Asian Carp
In some stretches of the Illinois River, 60% of the river’s fish biomass is now comprised of Asian carp.
Read MoreLet the Fish Flipping Begin
Starting soon, fish eating, beer drinking, soda slurping patrons like myself will start finding coasters with the most unusual message sitting under their drinks.
Read MoreThe Kids Just Get It
Of course we should get up and dance when someone plays a fiddle along the banks of the St. Croix River.
Read MoreArtful Raingardens in the St. Croix Valley
Several Artful Raingarden events are planned for June and July to celebrate the St. Croix, showcase local art, and educate people about raingardens and the river.
Read MoreProtecting the St. Croix River
In Washington County, raingardens, shoreline plantings and grassed waterways are spreading like wildflowers. There were nearly 100 clean water projects on private land in the county in 2009, and 130 in 2010.
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