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FMR Updates
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November 8, 2024
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
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October 15, 2024
FMR signs on as a partner to Water Over Nickel to oppose the negative consequences of nickel mining. Read more
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October 3, 2024
We recently welcomed Individual Gifts Officer Allyson Petry and two new board members, Chris Crutchfield and Jake Keeler. Read more
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September 25, 2024
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
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September 13, 2024
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
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September 12, 2024
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
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September 11, 2024
Our summer interns supported FMR's conservation work, conducting bird, plant and monarch surveys and more. Here are their reflections and highlights. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
West River Parkway and 36th Street/44th Street, Minneapolis
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:30pm
MWMO, Northeast Minneapolis riverfront
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Sites in Elk River, Hastings or Inver Grove Heights
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