A guest author muses on groundwater, coexisting with natural communities, and the threats of sand mining.
Factory farm runoff contaminates creek in St. Croix River watershed, killing fish
Manure from CAFO in Willow River region flowed off field where it had been spread.
Stalking bullsnakes on St. Croix Valley sand plains
In a prairie on the river bluffs, researchers are slowly and steadily learning about the region’s largest snakes.
Looking for long lost prairie remnants in Afton State Park
Bluff prairies were once ignored by humans and home to unique wildlife, but may now need help to survive.
Witness winter’s wonders along the St. Croix River at luminary events
Hike, snowshoe, or ski by candlelight at state parks and other natural areas up and down the river.
Citizen science opportunity: Join annual bald eagle count
Help assess the bald eagle population along the river during Jan. 25 event.
Scientists study St. Croix mussels in race to solve die-off epidemic
Biologists alarmed about mass mussel deaths across the country look to the healthy St. Croix to help figure out what’s happening.
Brook Trout holding their own in St. Croix tributaries
Recent surveys of two tiny creeks flowing into the river found the native fish still swimming in the streams despite challenges.
St. Croix Valley Ski Club kicks off Sunday, January 5
Kids age 3-14 can learn how to cross-country ski and develop skills while skiing with peers at William O’Brien State Park.
River Review: Top 10 St. Croix 360 stories of 2019
This year’s most popular stories covered everything from major flooding to record sturgeon — and much more.
Lift Bridge work done for season, finishing touches planned in spring
Workers have wrapped up most of the renovation, with repairs to lift span and mechanism some of the last tasks left.
A little litter can go a long way
Balloons, cigarette butts, and more are a prevalent problem, but everyone can help solve it.
Sail the St. Croix: Summer 2020 sailing school registration now open
Hudson-based nonprofit school offers classes next summer for everyone from 5-years-old and up.
The 2019 St. Croix River gift guide
Let St. Nick bring some of the St. Croix to friends and family this holiday season.
Owner of stranded sailboat will receive free sailing lessons after boat removed by local crew
Novice sailor signs up for complimentary lessons at Hudson sailing school, while community volunteers free boat from ice.
Kettle River’s watershed is home to beloved and valuable natural resources
Wild rice and lake sturgeon have called the region home for eons, today cherished for holding on despite surrounding changes.
Study: Invasive carp hurt Mississippi River sport fishing
Scientists show how game fish populations have declined in area where carp are established — a worrisome omen for the St. Croix.
Take a hike: Let a guide show you snowshoe trails along the St. Croix River
Explore winter’s wonders on the riverbanks this season with special free events.
Flexing Mussels, Part 3: A morning with the winged mapleleaf moms
Scientists try to help a species in danger of extinction, supporting reproduction with hopes to someday restore the mussels in the St. Croix and other rivers.
St. Croix River Good Samaritans: Tow-truck team pledges to remove stranded sailboat for free
Salvage company owner from western Minnesota say he and a crew will get the boat out as soon as the ice is safe.
Photos show 1907 canoe trip down the St. Croix River
New images made available by Wisconsin Historical Society show journey made by Milwaukee businessman, photographer, and adventurer Howard Greene.
Nation’s leading public health organization urges CAFO halt until concerns addressed
New statement calls for moratorium on factory farms until health risks can be better studied.
Kettle River claims famed whitewater and a wide watershed
The wild and scenic St. Croix River tributary is loved for paddling and more, with new conservation efforts in the headwaters getting off the ground.