Updates and Articles

What the lottery-backed environment fund has made possible for the Mississippi River
September 10, 2024
Vote YES to rededicate lottery funds to our great outdoors this fall. This fund has helped uncover the hidden risks of triclosan, restore 1,000+ acres of habitat, figure out the best way to deter invasive carp, advance clean-water crops and more. Read more
Pine Bend Bluffs SNA in the fall with a view of the river from bluffs
Celebrating the carp deterrent win — and starting what comes next
September 10, 2024
"We owe it to every Minnesotan to see this project through," FMR's Colleen O'Connor Toberman said at a press conference. Read more
Coalition members, legislators and agency staff all pose for a celebratory photo outside at Harriet Island.
Share your thoughts, hopes for Dakota County parks, greenways and natural areas
September 4, 2024
Is there a park-related topic that you’re passionate about? Or something you'd like to see emphasized in Dakota County's parks and natural areas over the next few decades? If so, this is your chance to have your voice heard. Read more
A guide to local prairie wonderlands
August 23, 2024
Our favorite metro prairies — some restored, some native remnants, but all prairies FMR supporters can be proud of. Plus, what colorful blooms you can find where and when. Read more
Liatris and goldenrod blooming in prairie
You're invited to our biggest party of the year
August 23, 2024
Join us Sept. 26 at our fall fundraiser for a chance to toast all we've accomplished together for the river. Register by Sept. 12. Read more
Five people smile at fall fundraiser
Local businesses are leading the way on clean-water crops
August 13, 2024
Meet some of the businesses across Minnesota working to support a more sustainable, river-friendly agricultural system. Read more
A baker at a large table, spreading flour as dough sits waiting to the side.
Wild, weird and wonderful: The peculiarities of Minnesota's native bees
August 13, 2024
From nectar robbers and buzz pollinators, get to know some of the traits and behaviors that make our native bees stand out. Read more
Bumble bee on sunflower
This election season, join us to support the lottery-backed environment fund
August 8, 2024
Thousands of environmental projects throughout Minnesota depend on our vote this fall. As we approach the 2024 general election, here's how you can support this critical fund as an organization or individual. Read more
A loon on the Mississippi River
We're hiring: Community Engagement and Organizing Intern
August 6, 2024
Join us as our paid, part-time fall intern to advocate for cleanup of toxic riverfront site Ford Area C. Read more
People canoeing + FMR is hiring!
Intense MN rains contribute to 6,700-square-mile Gulf dead zone
August 1, 2024
This wet, rainy Minnesota spring is actually contributing to a negative situation far downriver: the Gulf of Mexico dead zone. Read more
Two scientists stand at the edge of a boat, as a large piece of equipment is held at the surface of the water.

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Upcoming Events

Call for Artists — Our River: Mississippi Muse
Apply by June 1, 2025
F-O-K Creatives gallery near Harriet Island in St. Paul
Help plant a pollinator garden at Hastings' Southwest Park Ponding Basin [FULL]
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Southwest Park Ponding Basin, Hastings
Pull garlic mustard at Camel's Hump [FULL]
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Camel's Hump Park and Open Space, Cottage Grove

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