Unique partnership ensures river scenery will be preserved, a hiking trail will be possible, and a farmer will continue working the land.
Watch an ice fisherman catch a 120-pound sturgeon on the St. Croix
Minnesota angler breaks state record for the once-endangered fish, and then releases it back into the river.
Registration open for annual six-day paddle down the Namekagon River
The trip includes shuttles, gear transport, six nights of camping, educational programs, five meals — and the chance to get to know a great river and great people.
Swans Chillin’: White on White
Trumpeter swans and other waterfowl hunkered down on the St. Croix River on a cold and windy day.
Stillwater farmers find balance between growing food and St. Croix stewardship
Axdahl Farms restore land to improve productivity and reduce runoff into the river.
Teachers on the River workshops scheduled this summer
Minnesota and Wisconsin educators – this river workshop is for you.
Hudson firefighters rescue man from truck sinking through ice
Driver safe after close call on the St. Croix Sunday.
“Wildly Successful Farming” benefits people, wildlife, lakes, and rivers
Author of new book that documents how farming can produce crops while reducing negative impacts will lead discussions at two libraries near St. Croix tributaries.
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Spring-fed creeks along the St. Croix River are still open and tinkling along even when the air temperature dives far below freezing.
Small streams and wetlands are key parts of river networks – here’s why they need protection
The Trump administration wants to end federal protection under the Clean Water Act for many small streams and wetlands. But as a geoscientist explains, these are critical parts of large river systems.
Invasive buckthorn can cause increased erosion and nutrient runoff into nearby waters
The non-native bush that has overrun forests in the region not only changes the landscape but could also harm lakes and rivers.
Video: River of Springs
With water gushing out of the ground at his feet, a Minnesota-based spring hunter explains what makes the St. Croix’s so special.
Master Naturalist course coming to the St. Croix Valley
Workshops and field trips will provide rich environmental education on both sides of the lower river.
Volunteers celebrate fifty years of service to nature and students
For the past five decades, volunteers have offered children eye-opening experiences at St. Croix Valley site
Creature Feature: Winged mapleleaf mussels cling to existence in a short stretch of the St. Croix
Endangered mollusks only live in a fraction of their historic range, while scientist seek to better understand and protect their delicate population.
Watch: One year of scenery flying over the St. Croix River
Local drone pilot compiles favorite clips of twelve months in the skies above Stillwater and beyond.
Citizen scientists made 5,000 observations of 1,300 living things in the St. Croix River region last year
Digital database iNaturalist lets you record and explore observations of birds, insects, plants, and much more.