Updates and Articles

Where we work: Pine Bend Bluffs Natural Area

October 13, 2021

Critical for wildlife, this 1,300-acre corridor of protected lands along the dramatic western bluffs of the Mississippi River south of the metro includes Pine Bend Bluffs SNA — our first major conservation project in the 1990s — an award-winning restoration, and one of our favorite places to bird and see the sweep of the river south of the cities. >>

From Ramsey to Ravenna, updated riverfront protections come to life

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

October 11, 2021

Until recently, the Twin Cities riverfront lacked consistent development standards and environmental protections. After many years of work, FMR is now supporting 25 cities and townships as they finish the final step in a long journey for better riverfront management. >>

FMR's fifth water quality mural celebrates community connections to water

by Sophie Downey

October 11, 2021

Visit Swede Hollow Park in St. Paul to see our latest storm drain mural! Designed by Thomasina Topbear, this mural celebrates connections to the river and water as the lifeblood of our communities. >>

Cottage Grove seeks community feedback about Mississippi Dunes plan

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

October 6, 2021

Last week, 50 community members gathered to discuss opportunities to influence decision-making about the former Mississippi Dunes golf course in Cottage Grove. Here are several ways to speak up in the coming weeks. >>

Our Healing River: A moving evening of stories and connection

September 24, 2021

Thank you to the 478 river supporters who joined our livestream, an inspiring virtual experience. Watch and listen to all the stories again in this recap. >>

FMR staff and board members by the river

Introducing FMR's Cultural Landscapes lesson

September 17, 2021

Our education program teaches hundreds of youth each year about watersheds, pollution, ecosystems and more. Now we’re evolving our curriculum to explore cultural connections to place as well. Our new Cultural Landscapes lesson aims to open up space for people to reflect on their relationships with land, water and stewardship. >>

How to support our downstream neighbors after the hurricane

September 14, 2021

As our downstream neighbors continue to recover from yet another deadly and devastating hurricane, many of us are wondering "How can we help?"

Here's how you can support immediate relief efforts near the Gulf, volunteer online and take action to support long-term resiliency for the Mississippi River and its riverfront and delta communities. >>

Action Alert: Tell Gov. Walz it's time to consider climate [CLOSED]

September 13, 2021

Action Alert: Tell Gov. Walz it's time to consider climate [CLOSED]

September 13, 2021

Tell Gov. Walz and the Environmental Quality Board (EQB) that we can't wait to consider climate change. >>

How our volunteer and education programs work on climate change

by Ashley O'Neill Prado, by Laura Mann Hill, by Sophie Downey

September 10, 2021

Our Stewardship and Education program philosophy is based on the fact that people who learn more about and find their own ways to connect with the places around them will be more likely to protect and steward the environment. Here's how our volunteer and education programs plant the seeds for climate change efforts through each event and partnership. >>