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Land Conservation
Land Conservation
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October 7, 2022
The lingering fall this year gave us the rare opportunity to implement a fall burn at our Hastings River Flats prairie restoration. Here's why we jumped at the chance. Read more
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October 6, 2022
The Walz administration's recently released Climate Action Framework is laudable. Now it's time to translate the framework into action. Read more
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September 14, 2022
A deep dive into the term "invasive species" — species that spread rapidly, or species out of place — plus how we can revise the value judgments we place on them. Read more
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September 8, 2022
There are about 150 native and non-native lizard species in North America. Only these three manage to survive the harsh Minnesota climate. Read more
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September 1, 2022
Our Land Conservation program has protected and restored more than three dozen sites near the metro Mississippi River. Here's how we decide where to focus our efforts. Read more
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August 4, 2022
Learn more about garlic mustard and how you can help restore balance for wildlife and water quality by removing these plants before they flower. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, June 7, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:00am
William H. Houlton Conservation Area, Elk River
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
River Heights Park, Inver Grove Heights
Saturday, June 14, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul
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