Seldom seen bottom-feeders only live where the water is deep and clean, like the St. Croix, and can alert scientists to pollution.
Mooneye, sturgeon and microplastics in trout
Highlights of the St. Croix River-related science presented at this fall’s Research Rendezvous.
St. Croix River tributary celebrates decades of protection
Afton land conservancy Belwin works to protect highly-valued Valley Creek, with benefits downstream for the Wild & Scenic River it joins.
Live from the St. Croix: Moments of peace on the banks of the river
Take in the river, take a deep breath, and enjoy a brief escape from anything that’s bothering you.
Connecting kids with the joy of the St. Croix
A first-grade field trip brings kids to the banks of the river, teaching them about what makes it special, providing a chance to feel awe, and instilling a sense of stewardship.
Celebrate the Wild & Scenic St. Croix at film festival featuring river-related documentaries
St. Paul brewery will host Nov. 12 event featuring award-winning films on outdoors and environmental topics.
St. Croix Valley tree is officially the biggest of its kind in the country
National organization declares black willow in Marine on St. Croix the largest specimen in America.
Stillwater Lift Bridge closes to all boat traffic on November 1
As open span is replaced for the winter, there will be no lifts and no travel under the bridge allowed due to construction project.
Fall photos and videos show the St. Croix River in full color
See some recent photos shared on social media showing off the river robed in red, yellow, and orange.
St. Croix Creature Feature: Eels migrate between the St. Croix River and Atlantic Ocean
The strange and seldom seen fish grow up in the lower St. Croix, then make an incredible journey back to the Sargasso Sea to breed.
Middle Creek Calamity: Authorities investigate St. Croix River damage from stormwater pond overflow
Multiple media sources are now reporting on the incident that buried a spring-fed creek in sand, and efforts to restore, prevent, and determine responsibility.
Fall migration in full swing: Report from Carpenter Nature Center birding event
Dozens of species of birds are currently making their way down the St. Croix River, and birdwatchers are reporting on the bonanza.
Oak Park Heights seeks more information before deciding on Sunnyside no-wake zone
City Council holds hearing, decides to gather data about boating enforcement before moving ahead.
Wild & Scenic 50th: October 2 declared “Saint Croix River Day” in Minnesota
Governor Mark Dayton celebrates anniversary of St. Croix River protections with proclamation.
Scandia gravel pit overflows, buries St. Croix Valley spring creek
Last week’s big rain causes catastrophic failure of stormwater retention ponds at former mine, current solar facility.
River Bum Blog: Canoeing with the Congresswoman
Rep. Betty McCollum joined a crew of paddlers in big canoes on the big water between Stillwater and Bayport.
Haiku on the Kinni: River-inspired poems penned at Art Fair
Read the words of people who stopped by ArtReach St. Croix Mobile Art Gallery at the annual festival in River Falls earlier this month.