Updates and Articles

Protecting the Mississippi River from the impacts of nickel mining

October 10, 2024

FMR joins Water Over Nickel to raise awareness of the negative consequences of nickel mining and preserve Minnesota's natural environment and water resources. Read more

1st flight fueled by winter camelina takes off from MSP

October 8, 2024

The crop, winter camelina, grows over the winter and, as a result, boosts both water quality and soil health. Read more

Delta planes lined up at various gates at MSP Airport.

We're growing! Meet FMR's newest staff and board members

October 3, 2024

We recently welcomed Individual Gifts Officer Allyson Petry and two new board members, Chris Crutchfield and Jake Keeler. Read more

Our River Campaign: It all starts here

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

Thank you for joining us for our 2024 fall gala

September 25, 2024

Over 250 attendees came together to raise more than $165,000 to protect the river and the communities it sustains. Thanks to all who participated! Check out our photos of the evening and a recap of the program highlights. Read more

Where we work: Father Hennepin Bluff Park

September 25, 2024

This 6-acre natural area nestled under the bluffs below St. Anthony Falls provides a riverside respite for both people and wildlife near downtown Minneapolis. We're working with dedicated community volunteers to restore habitat here. Read more

Could clean-water crops fuel your flights?

September 20, 2024

There's great promise for the use of winter oilseeds as sustainable aviation fuel — but there are also challenges. Read more

Airplane flies over blue river surrounded by yellow flowers

Welcome to two new Stewardship & Education staff

September 13, 2024

A new program director and our first-ever Climate Impact Corps member are joining the team this fall. We're also bidding a fond farewell to Ivy Song, our event assistant. Read more

Reconnecting with the river: FMR's 2024 summer youth program

September 12, 2024

On weekly paddles and outings, our Environmental Stewardship Institute fellows got to know more about metro waters and the communities working to steward them. Check out photos, reflections and capstone projects from this year's cohort. Read more

Thank you, summer 2024 interns!

September 11, 2024

Our summer interns supported FMR's conservation work, conducting bird, plant and monarch surveys and more. Here are their reflections and highlights. Read more