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

August 13 through October 31, 2026
Throughout St. Paul
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00pm to 9:30pm
TPT, Twin Cities PBS
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Near the Mississippi River backwaters, St. Paul Park

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.