FMR Updates

FMR Updates
Preparing for what's to come: A message from our executive director

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What will the election mean for our air, waters and lands? Here's what we're thinking about and what we already know. Read more
Snowy icy river with bare trees on riverbanks
FMR now a Water Over Nickel partner

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FMR signs on as a partner to Water Over Nickel to oppose the negative consequences of nickel mining. Read more
Minnesota wetland
We're growing! Meet FMR's newest staff and board members

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We recently welcomed Individual Gifts Officer Allyson Petry and two new board members, Chris Crutchfield and Jake Keeler. Read more
Allyson, Chris, Jake with fish
Thank you for joining us for our 2024 fall gala

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Over 250 attendees came together to raise more than $165,000 to protect the river and the communities it sustains. Thanks to all who participated! Check out our photos of the evening and a recap of the program highlights. Read more
Smiling guests at event close
Could clean-water crops fuel your flights?

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There's great promise for the use of winter oilseeds as sustainable aviation fuel — but there are also challenges. Read more
Airplane flies over blue river surrounded by yellow flowers
Welcome to two new Stewardship & Education staff

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A new program director and our first-ever Climate Impact Corps member are joining the team this fall. We're also bidding a fond farewell to Ivy Song, our event assistant. Read more
Jacob and Kassidy
Reconnecting with the river: FMR's 2024 summer youth program

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On weekly paddles and outings, our Environmental Stewardship Institute fellows got to know more about metro waters and the communities working to steward them. Check out photos, reflections and capstone projects from this year's cohort. Read more
ESI fellows smile in canoes

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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