Specimens are believed to have persisted above St. Croix Falls dam, cut off from host fish, for more than a century.
Railroad tycoons’ estate along St. Croix will open for holiday season family fun
Once a retreat for powerful St. Paul businessmen, Big Rock Creek Farm is now hosting a unique winter festival.
New toxin found in St. Croix River fish
High levels of “forever chemicals” in fillets point to decades of industrial pollution.
The travels of lake sturgeon
The DNR has tagged hundreds of sturgeon in the St. Croix to track their age, movements, and more.
St. Croix Valley offers art where it’s least expected
There’s no need to go inside to find creativity and craft with these non-traditional venues.
Rare Arctic bird seen at mouth of St. Croix River
Gull species native to tundra and ice was found thousands of miles from home.
Every St. Croix River fish that scientists tested for new toxins had high levels
Fish samples from the lower river contain high enough amounts to limit consumption.
Call for writers: Poets of Place
St. Croix Valley poets are invited to apply to be of the Poets of Place as part of the 2022 NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley.
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Painting exhibit celebrates and supports St. Croix stewardship
Artwork on display in Osceola features the river, and a percentage of sales will be donated to its protection.
Six charts explaining the science of climate change
Take a closer look at what’s driving climate change and how scientists know CO2 is involved.
Prairie protectors save site overlooking St. Croix River from state sale
Group will continue to manage natural habitat at Blueberry Hill for at least five more years.
Fish scientist with St. Croix River roots seeks to restore respect for “rough fish”
Professor part of effort to reconsider how some fish species are managed.
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New signs honoring Walter Mondale dedicated along river
River champion in U.S. Senate is remembered for helping protect the Wild and Scenic St. Croix.
Lower St. Croix included in national study of toxic algae
Scientists are working to understand when, where, and why algae can produce dangerous chemicals.
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Historic home marked finish line for St. Croix Valley settler’s long journey
After 19 years on the move, W.H.C. Folsom built a home in Taylors Falls and stayed busy making Minnesota history and writing about it.
Historic home hosts stories of significant St. Croix Valley settler
W.H.C. Folsom was everything from a logger to a legislator, and documented as much history as he made.
Deadly boating season prompts calls for late-season boaters to play it safe
Life jackets and other measures can save lives — especially during cold water conditions.
National Park Service requests input on future of Fairy Falls recreation area
Popular site near Stillwater is currently closed due to parking, safety, and erosion.
Afton State Park phenology, Oct. 8-14
More to see besides the beautiful fall colors as migration and hibernation begins.
Guest post: Standing up for outstanding waters
Location of proposed hog factory has shallow groundwater that could lead to cascading pollution.