FMR Updates

Bird surveys reveal steady increases at FMR prairie restorations

by Karen Schik

December 7, 2018

Our land conservation team not only restores habitat, but monitors that habitat for wildlife data. After years of conducting breeding bird surveys at our prairie restoration sites, we can now see clear trends in increased number of species, especially species of greatest conservation need. >>

There's still time to weigh in on local river planning

by Irene Jones

November 13, 2018

Several Twin Cities communities have completed their draft plans for land use and development along their local riverfront, but a number are still seeking public comments in the coming months. Find out where your your community stands. >>

View of the High Bridge from Cherokee Park in St. Paul

Special Places: Confluences where great rivers merge

by Ellie Rogers

November 9, 2018

We highlight the confluences of the Minnesota and the St. Croix with the Mississippi, two tributaries that make our river mighty. Read more

Mississippi River meets the St. Croix River

Young river stewards hit it out of the park once again

by Kate Clayton

November 8, 2018

A giant thank you to the hundreds of young river stewards who helped us protect and restore the mighty Mississippi this year. >>

Students remove garlic mustard from the Mississippi River gorge in Minneapolis

Habitat in the city: the power of the single yard

by Betsy Daub

November 6, 2018

Native plants are for the birds! A recent study shows chickadee populations decline in residential yards filled with non-native plants, meaning even your backyard can provide crucial habitat. >>

Mpls. Park Board & Graco near settlement over East Bank Trail

by Alicia Uzarek

October 10, 2018

The Minneapolis Park Board and Graco Inc. are nearing a settlement on a long-time lawsuit over the East Bank Trail between Graco and the Mississippi River near Hall's Island. >>

A map showing the former Scherer Brothers site and the parcel Graco may purchase from the park board.

Thank you for making FMR's fall event our most successful ever

October 10, 2018

A sold-out crowd of members and friends raised over $200,000 at our biggest fall event yet. We've posted videos of inspiring performances by our featured artists, as well as our river playlist and event photos so you can relive the evening. >>