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Over a thousand metro residents help restore and learn about the health of our metro Mississippi River through FMR events and outings.
We share upcoming public volunteer events to protect and restore natural areas and riverfront parks on our events calendar. We also offer education and volunteer opportunities for youth and educators.
Here's what our stewardship and outreach staff are currently working on behind the scenes, plus more information from program participants and partners.
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August 24, 2023
ESI fellow Emilia turned to two restoration specialists and stewards to learn more about Traditional Ecological Knowledge. Read more
August 24, 2023
ESI fellow Lucy dug in at two organic farms to research sustainable agriculture and create this info zine. Read more
August 24, 2023
What are the potential impacts of these pipelines? ESI fellow Norijah investigated through interviews and research. Read more
August 24, 2023
What are microplastics and what can we do about them? ESI fellow Ishaan Goyal researched this problem and its solutions. Read more
August 24, 2023
Amarii wrote a poem including facts about the beloved blue jay. Read more
August 2, 2023
Celebrate two promotions and the impact of two staff who are heading off to new adventures. Read more
July 28, 2023
Join our team! Applications are due Friday, September 8. Read more
July 27, 2023
Our summer youth fellows created capstone projects they were passionate about, ranging from a river cleanup volunteer event to a zine about sustainable agriculture. Read more
July 19, 2023
Please help spread the word about a new position to support the Collaborative Pathways program. Read more
June 7, 2023
The Environmental Stewardship Institute's Youth Council presented to the Met Council their findings on park access and connection, habitat conservation and community gardens. Hear their recommendations. Read more
