Welcome Ellen Fuge

FMR is pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Ecologist & Project Manager, Ellen Fuge. Ellen comes to FMR after a 22-year career with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources as a Program Management Supervisor in the Scientific and Natural Areas program. Her knowledge and the experience gained from working in the 140 SNAs across the state of Minnesota are valuable assets in our on-going effort to protect the Mississippi River.

With the addition of Ellen, FMR increases its ability to work with public and private landowners to protect, restore and manage important natural areas along the river and its key tributaries.

Upcoming Events

Thursday, May 14, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Near Broadway bridge, North Minneapolis
Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Along a Mississippi River backchannel, Otsego
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Nicollet Island, Minneapolis

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.