Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) engages people to protect, restore and enhance the Mississippi River and its watershed in the Twin Cities region.

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Updates

Mississippi River with fall foliage and Minneapolis skyline
Water & Legislative
November 10, 2026
What the new political landscape means for the Mississippi River
Here's how the 2026 blue wave election results could impact the Mississippi River and FMR's policy goals in the year ahead.Read more.
ESI summer program participants stand on the banks of the river looking at the Ford dam
Stewardship & Education
October 19, 2026
ESI Youth Council explores the future of rivers, hydropower and dams
This year our Environmental Stewardship Institute Youth Council will focus on one of the biggest questions facing the metro Mississippi River: What should we do with our aging locks and dams?Read more.
Golden maple basswood forest by the river
General
September 16, 2026
Hike the only gorge on the entire Mississippi River
This out-and-back hike runs through the river gorge, an oasis of steep bluffs, rugged ravines and natural springs in the heart of the Twin Cities. Check out our map to get tips and stories from our staff before you go.Read more.
Sara and Whitney accept their award
Land Use & Planning
November 5, 2026
We won, you won, the river won: FMR wins the 2026 Mission Advocacy Award!
The award honors FMR's 20-year campaign to establish stronger, more protective rules for riverfront development along the metro Mississippi. Watch the video for the story of how FMR and our advocates made it happen.Read more.
A collage of the Mississippi River, an airplane wing refueling and a farmer in a camelina field.
Water & Legislative
October 19, 2026
How FMR helped establish MN's first environmental guardrails on SAF
These guardrails are a significant win for the health of the Mississippi River and a step toward a SAF industry that accounts for many definitions of sustainability, not just carbon emissions. Here's how they came together.Read more.
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Upcoming Events

'Pour It Forward' with Wabasha Brewing
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 - 5:30pm
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul
Give to the Max
November 1 - 19, 2026
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Winter Salt Awareness Week: Sign the petition, reduce salt at home or watch a webinar
Monday-Friday, January 25-29, 2027
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