Land Conservation

Land Conservation
Now hiring: Restoration Project Manager

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Join our conservation team! Apply by January 7, 2025. Read more
Coneflowers + text: FMR is hiring! Restoration project manager
FMR plans for habitat beside new riverside greenway trails in Dakota County

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Two greenways in Dakota County will offer nearly 40 miles of trail for people to walk, run, bike and roll. We've been working on how these trails can also link together a ribbon of connected habitat for wildlife. Read more
Goldenrod blooms next to trail
Where we work: Carver Preserve

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At a protected Maplewood neighborhood preserve on the east side of the river, we're bringing woodland and prairie habitats back to life with the help of a robust remnant seed bank. Read more
Fall field at Carver
Watch: FMR's Dr. Julia Leone presents at BeeCon 2024

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Julia spoke about preliminary findings from bumble bee, flower and vegetation surveys conducted at FMR sites. Read more
A bee on blazingstar, with an inset photo og Dr. Julia Leone.
Where we work: Davis Farm Park

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Located along the Mississippi River in Otsego, this 17-acre park is small but mighty and boasts six different habitat types that we began restoring in 2024. Read more
River surrounded by trees
Where we work: Father Hennepin Bluff Park

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This 6-acre natural area nestled under the bluffs below St. Anthony Falls provides a riverside respite for both people and wildlife near downtown Minneapolis. We're working with dedicated community volunteers to restore habitat here. Read more
Father Hennepin Bluff Park
Father Hennepin Bluff Park

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This 6-acre natural area nestled under the bluffs below St. Anthony Falls provides a riverside respite for both people and wildlife near downtown Minneapolis. We're working with dedicated community volunteers to restore habitat here. Read more
Father Hennepin Bluff Park bridge below buildings

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Upcoming Events

Throughout August 2025
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul
Thursday, September 4, 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative, Minneapolis
Sunday, September 7, 2025 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
34th to 36th Streets & West River Parkway Minneapolis