Tamarack mine

Tamarack Mine is a proposed copper-nickel mine that could significantly threaten the health of the Mississippi River and local communities, including the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. As a Water Over Nickel partner, join us to raise awareness and protect clean water, land and cultural resources for generations to come.

Tamarack mine

Protecting the Mississippi River from the impacts of nickel mining

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October 10, 2024

FMR joins Water Over Nickel to raise awareness of the negative consequences of nickel mining and preserve Minnesota's natural environment and water resources. Read more

Earth Day rally highlights threats to clean water

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May 7, 2026

FMR staff and River Guardians joined clean water advocates at the Minnesota State Capitol for an Earth Day rally. The event called attention to the risks of the proposed sulfide mine in the Mississippi headwaters. You can weigh in this summer. Read more

New video on mine’s risk to a clean Mississippi

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September 5, 2025

Watch this moving video from the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe explaining the threat posed to their traditions and the water we all value by the proposed Tamarack Mine. Read more