What's going on with invasive carp in MN? Webinar + Q&A
FMR is one of the organizations supporting a proposal this legislative session that would stop invasive carp from moving further upstream.
Invasive carp pose a serious threat to our river ecosystems and hamper outdoor recreational opportunities. And they are steadily making their way upstream in the Mississippi River. So how do we stop them from establishing themselves in rivers, lakes and watersheds in the Twin Cities and beyond?
FMR is tackling this issue at the Capitol by supporting a bill that would provide funding to the Minnesota DNR to install carp deterrent systems at Lock and Dam 5 in Winona, Minnesota. These deterrents would would prevent invasive carp from moving further upstream, without impacting commercial traffic on the river.
Curious about what this project means and how we're working to address invasive carp? Join Land Use and Planning Director Colleen O'Connor Toberman for a webinar and Q&A on FMR's work to protect Minnesota's waters this legislative session.
Can't join us for the webinar?
There are still ways for you to take action! Sign the petition to let our state leaders know they must act now to stop invasive carp. Once you sign up, we'll keep you posted on upcoming ways to advocate on this issue at the Capitol.
Questions? Contact Grassroots Organizing Coordinator Maddie Miller at mmiller@fmr.org or 651-222-2193 x31