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  • Power line removal saves swans, improves electrical grid at St. Croix State Park

    Power line removal saves swans, improves electrical grid at St. Croix State Park

    Complex project took collaboration between numerous agencies to fix long-standing problems.

  • Volunteers build new bridge and path on Ice Age Trail to move route off road

    Volunteers build new bridge and path on Ice Age Trail to move route off road

    Hikers can leave the highway behind thanks to recent project.

  • Snake River Fur Post historic site lays off staff, reduces operations

    Snake River Fur Post historic site lays off staff, reduces operations

    Changes due to to lower visitation, less revenue hit site near Pine City and others around Minnesota.

  • St. Croix Valley historic rehab projects sweep Wisconsin statewide restoration awards

    St. Croix Valley historic rehab projects sweep Wisconsin statewide restoration awards

    October 31, 2025

    Two buildings saved from demolition were restored and reopened.

  • Live! from North Woods and Waters launches season with “All About Sandhill Cranes”

    Live! from North Woods and Waters launches season with “All About Sandhill Cranes”

    October 31, 2025

    Watch a presentation that spotlights iconic birds.

  • Afton State Park phenology, October 24 to November 6

    Afton State Park phenology, October 24 to November 6

    October 24, 2025

    The Beaver Moon waxes and the anniversary of the 1991 Halloween Blizzard approaches.

  • Where the Waters Remember: Dakota life along the St. Croix

    Where the Waters Remember: Dakota life along the St. Croix

    October 24, 2025

    Watch the recording of a presentation by two experts in archaeology and Dakota history.

  • St. Croix Valley Foundation launches $3.5 million grant program to strengthen nonprofits across region

    St. Croix Valley Foundation launches $3.5 million grant program to strengthen nonprofits across region

    October 17, 2025

    The new Nonprofit Capacity Building Grant Program invests in the people, systems, and strategies that help nonprofits adapt and thrive.

  • Afton State Park phenology, October 17 to 23

    Afton State Park phenology, October 17 to 23

    October 17, 2025

    Fall progresses with waterfowl following the river south and many creatures looking for a cozy lair.

  • William O’Brien State Park to close during special hunt on November 15 and 16

    William O’Brien State Park to close during special hunt on November 15 and 16

    October 17, 2025

    O’Brien will close to facilitate harvest intended to prevent overpopulation.

  • Student project informs River Falls dam removal project

    Student project informs River Falls dam removal project

    October 12, 2025

    Hands-on research by local university provides valuable data to local decision makers.

  • St. Croix Riverway visitors spent nearly $50 million in neighboring communities last year

    St. Croix Riverway visitors spent nearly $50 million in neighboring communities last year

    October 3, 2025

    Annual report finds National Park visitors across the country contributed $56 billion to local economies.

  • Afton State Park phenology, October 3 to 9

    Afton State Park phenology, October 3 to 9

    October 3, 2025

    Colors peak as more birds leave and other wildlife finds food and shelter for winter.

  • Reporting in from the river

    Reporting in from the river

    October 1, 2025

    Greg has returned to the Pine Needles cabin to work on the book with a view of the St. Croix.

  • Afton State Park phenology, September 26 to October 2

    Afton State Park phenology, September 26 to October 2

    September 26, 2025

    Fascinating fungi and the ways insects survive winter.

  • Historic trail shelter at Wisconsin Interstate State Park restored after fire

    Historic trail shelter at Wisconsin Interstate State Park restored after fire

    September 26, 2025

    Structure built by Great Depression workers was carefully repaired by local builders using traditional techniques.

  • Preliminary construction begins Sept. 29 on I-94 bridge over St. Croix River

    Preliminary construction begins Sept. 29 on I-94 bridge over St. Croix River

    September 26, 2025

    Project will result in some lane closures and shifts this year and next while workers repair and replace key parts of the twin spans.

  • Newspaper goes deep on St. Croix 360 founder’s book project

    Newspaper goes deep on St. Croix 360 founder’s book project

    September 26, 2025

    Pioneer Press reports on Greg Seitz’s lifelong connection to the St. Croix River and his goals for ‘deep map’ book.

  • Afton State Park phenology, September 19 to 25

    Afton State Park phenology, September 19 to 25

    September 19, 2025

    Equinox marks the transition to season of nights longer than days.

  • Annual St. Croix River Research Rendezvous now open for registration

    Annual St. Croix River Research Rendezvous now open for registration

    September 19, 2025

    Conference features presentations about many aspects of science in the St. Croix River region.

  • St. Croix Valley Foundation awards $225,000 in environmental grants to 19 nonprofits

    St. Croix Valley Foundation awards $225,000 in environmental grants to 19 nonprofits

    September 17, 2025

    In just two years, the Environmental Grant Program tops $266,000 in awards thanks to donor collaboration.

  • Interstate Park commemorates 125 years with anniversary celebration

    Interstate Park commemorates 125 years with anniversary celebration

    September 17, 2025

    Events and activities scheduled throughout park for Saturday, Sept. 20, with a shuttle bus available.

  • Missing Miskobineshii: The legacy of a St. Croix tribal elder

    Missing Miskobineshii: The legacy of a St. Croix tribal elder

    September 11, 2025

    A year after her passing, more words and wisdom.

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  • Volunteers build new bridge and path on Ice Age Trail to move route off road
  • Bringing Big Carnelian Lake back from the brink
  • Snake River Fur Post historic site lays off staff, reduces operations
  • River landing at William O’Brien State Park temporarily closed

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  • Temperature: 47.12 ° F
  • Streamflow: 2240 ft³/s
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