Updates

General
September 26, 2024
The next 10 years are critical for the future of the river and its communities. That's why we're launching the Our River Campaign. Read more.
Conservation, Water & Legislative, Land Use & Planning
November 8, 2024
Voters throughout the state showed up for Minnesota’s great outdoors this election, ensuring projects that protect air, land, water and wildlife continue to receive funding for years to come. Read more.
A bee on blazingstar, with an inset photo og Dr. Julia Leone.
Conservation
November 8, 2024
Julia spoke about preliminary findings from bumble bee, flower and vegetation surveys conducted at FMR sites.Read more.
Goldenrod blooms next to trail
Conservation
November 12, 2024
Two greenways in Dakota County will offer nearly 40 miles of trail for people to walk, run, bike and roll. We've been working on how these trails can also link together a ribbon of connected habitat for wildlife.Read more.
People look out at Ford Dam
Land Use & Planning
November 18, 2024
The Army Corps of Engineers' study about the future of two Mississippi River locks and dams continues to move ahead — slowly. FMR and our partners are still busy with research, engagement and advocacy to bring the right information to the table.Read more.

OUR STRETCH OF THE RIVER

Upcoming Events

November 1 - 21, 2024
Online
Thursday, November 21, 2024 - 10:00am
Virtual
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Friends of the Mississippi River office in St. Paul