Thank Governor Dayton for bold leadership on grassy buffers for water quality and habitat

On January 16, 2015, Minnesota's Governor announced his proposal to establish a 50-foot buffer of natural vegetation on all of Minnesota's waters. While exact details are yet to be worked out, it is important to express our support for this initiative. The proposed buffers would reduce runoff pollution, significantly improve water quality and create 125,000 acres of habitat for wildlife.

Act today to thank the Governor for his leadership!

Upcoming Events

Now through October 31, 2026
Throughout St. Paul
Thursday, September 24, 2026 - 5:00pm
Nicollet Island Pavilion, Minneapolis
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Along the Vermillion River, Hastings

Take Me to the River 

Celebrate the Mississippi River and choose your own adventure while supporting FMR at our reimagined fall fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 24.