Land Conservation

How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared this session

May 25, 2023

FMR made progress on every single one of its priorities this legislative session. Here's a roundup of everything that happened. Read more

FMR pollinator research and habitat projects receive state funds

May 23, 2023

The Minnesota Legislature passed bills that include five FMR restoration and enhancement projects and our three-year research project on best practices for pollinator habitat management. Read more

Native plants and bee + text "#MNLEG Final Update"

Must-see FMR spring birding sites along the river

April 15, 2023

FMR has helped to protect and restore a number of first-rate birding spots in the metro. Take advantage of the spring migration season with a visit to our top Mississippi River flyway sites. Read more

Where FMR's 2023 priorities stand at the Legislature

April 14, 2023

An overview of the progress we've made — and what still needs to happen — as we enter the final weeks of the session. Read more

Looking up at the iconic dome of the Capitol building in St. Paul, against a clear blue sky as backdrop. Text over the image says "FMR's priorities #MNLEG"

Got scat? The next phase of the coyote and fox project

by Ellie Rogers

March 19, 2023

How are wild canids adapting to urban areas? FMR supporters have been helping researchers find out. Hear about how to get involved in two new community science initiatives with the Twin Cities Coyote and Fox Project. Read more

Coyote standing atop inactive railroad tracks.

We're hiring!

March 15, 2023

Join FMR's Stewardship & Education team! Read more

Environmental Stewardship Institute fellows in canoe on river.

Thanks to Hugh, our fall Land Conservation intern

January 11, 2023

Hugh supported bird and plant surveys, analyzed data, sorted native prairie seeds and helped lead volunteer stewardship events. We're grateful to him for his service! Read more