Stewardship

Stewardship
Changing climate, changing river

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How will climate change affect our river, and what can we do about it? Read more
Flooded river at Harriet Island
Support pollinators

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Small but mighty, pollinators have an enormous job. Without them, most plants — including the crops we eat — couldn’t fruit. Here's how you can support pollinators. Read more
Wild bee on a leadplant prairie flower in Minnesota
Partner event: Bumble bee field day

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Sneak preview: Children's book celebrates caring for the river

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Our Environmental Stewardship Institute Youth Council drafted a picture book this year that follows an adventurous mouse from storm drain to river to community cleanup. Here's a peek into their process and the design. Read more
Mouse riding a paper heron on an urban river
Tend a prairie at Hastings River Flats Park [WAITLIST]

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Join us to tend a restored prairie at an ecological treasure just above the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers. Read more
Wildflowers at Hastings River Flats Park
Guiding community-led habitat restoration efforts

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A new stewardship model for parks beloved by committed neighbors: FMR provides technical guidance, but neighbors lead. Read more
Volunteers walk across bridge toward forested area and Minneapolis buildings
Thanks to our 2025-2026 Stewardship and Education Intern!

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Tamya was our School-year Stewardship and Education intern this past year, supporting our youth council, restoration events and more. Read more
Tamya McDonald in prairie

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Spring Lake Park Reserve, Rosemount
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Near the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers, Hastings