Updates and Articles
July 20, 2026
The cold water trout stream and wide floodplain wetlands at the 450-acre Vermillion River Aquatic Management Area (AMA) in Dakota County offer opportunities for angling, hunting, trapping and wildlife observation. Read more

July 18, 2026
Not all thistles we see in Minnesota are non-native and invasive. Here's how you can tell if you're looking at one of our few native thistle species. Read more

July 17, 2026
The state recently released the newest draft of its Impaired Waters list. We asked FMR Water Program Director Trevor Russell what it tells us about the river. Read more

July 13, 2026
We still have a lot to study and learn about whether dam removal makes sense for the metro Mississippi, but a new report shows us what recreation and tourism could be on a restored river. Read more

July 10, 2026
Since the 1880s, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has been committed to expanding public land along the riverfront. A new development proposal puts that vision in jeopardy. Read more

June 15, 2026
Our Environmental Stewardship Institute Youth Council drafted a picture book this year that follows an adventurous mouse from storm drain to river to community cleanup. Here's a peek into their process and the design. Read more

June 15, 2026
How can we improve habitat for bumble bees? That's the question our multi-year research project sought to answer. Read more

June 10, 2026
In a challenging legislative session, FMR and our partners managed a major win for the river: environmental guardrails on an existing tax credit will incentivize new sustainable aviation fuels that help our waters instead of harm their health. Read more

June 8, 2026
A new stewardship model for parks beloved by committed neighbors: FMR provides technical guidance, but neighbors lead. Read more

June 8, 2026
Tamya was our School-year Stewardship and Education intern this past year, supporting our youth council, restoration events and more. Read more

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