Updates and Articles

In memoriam: Friend of the river Don Wyse
July 10, 2024
Dr. Don Wyse, a pillar of the sustainable agriculture movement, passed away unexpectedly on July 2. His death leaves a significant hole in our community, but he also leaves behind a vision for a better world that will inspire us for years to come. Read more
FMR staff and Forever Green staff, including Don Wyse, by the river
'This can be home': Carrie's river story
July 10, 2024
Carrie Pomeroy volunteered with her children at FMR events more than a decade before becoming our volunteer program manager. Here's how the Mississippi River Gorge convinced her the Twin Cities could be home. Read more
Carrie by the river on the sand flats
Q & A: What the Rapidan Dam has us thinking about aging locks and dams in the Twin Cities
July 10, 2024
Land Use & Planning Program Director Colleen O'Connor Toberman talks about parallels between the Rapidan Dam and the locks and dams on the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Read more
Rapidan Dam breach from June 30, 2024
Cleanup planning begins for toxic Ford Area C
July 9, 2024
We've been awaiting a cleanup plan for the Ford Area C hazardous dumpsite in St. Paul. Now, the plan is under development. The community will have a chance to shape what happens in the months ahead. Join us for a site tour to learn more. Read more
Summer riverbank near old Ford plant
How (and when) to use the critical period cutting method to remove invasive buckthorn
June 13, 2024
Step-by-step instructions for removing large buckthorn using this new, herbicide-free method. Read more
Person lops branches off of buckthorn stump
A win for clean drinking water: Petition propels action on nitrate contamination in SE MN
June 13, 2024
These collective investments are a laudable first step, but there's more to be done to address the root cause of nitrate pollution in the state. Read more
A hand holds a mason jar filled to the top with clear, clean water. A field of Kernza perennial grain is in the background.
ESI Youth Council efforts aid major legislative win
June 12, 2024
It was a big year for our high school youth council: advocacy, community engagement, planning, paddling and more. Check out this collection of reflections and photos from the council members. Read more
ESI council members stand in front of the state Capitol
We're hiring: Stewardship & Education Program Director
June 5, 2024
As we thank our prior director, we're looking for applicants by the end of July to manage this dynamic department. Read more
People canoeing on river, plus text: FMR is hiring! Stewardship & Education Program Director
Heron poetry book takes flight — all proceeds to FMR
June 4, 2024
A new poetry anthology honors one of the river's most iconic birds and benefits FMR.  Read more
Poetry book in front of the river
The river as teacher: A preview of our paddling-centered summer youth program
June 1, 2024
We're intentionally developing our ESI summer programming to better help youth know, feel and care for the Mississippi River. Here's how we hope to facilitate deeper connections. Read more
ESI members in canoe on the river

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Upcoming Events

Remove invasive plant species at St. Paul Park's Riverside Park [WAITLIST]
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Near the Mississippi River backwaters, St. Paul Park
Craft night with FMR staff and board
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 - 7:00pm
Dual Citizen Brewing, St. Paul
Pull garlic mustard at Rosemount Wildlife Preserve [WAITLIST]
Thursday, May 28, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Part of the Northern Dakota County Greenway, Rosemount

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Join us for Music for the Mississippi River 

Celebrate the Mississippi River and support FMR with Tina Schlieske and Molly Maher, May 30 at Dual Citizen Brewing in St. Paul.

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