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.
Bluebird nesting numbers strong despite worrisome winter
Birdhouse monitor shares observations from Wild River State Park in wake of deadly migration last spring.
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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.
St. Croix River’s National Park Service leader leaves for new post
Departing superintendent will take over leadership at historic site in Massachusetts.
New route will explore unique landscape in St. Croix River region
Auto Trail to explore intersection of natural and cultural history of Wisconsin’s Northwest Sands Ecological Landscape.
Scenes of September’s splendor in the St. Croix’s upper watershed
Photos, video, and observations of colorful trees and cool water as autumn falls.
Belwin plans day of nature and art to celebrate 50th anniversary
Afton nature center offers day of open trails and activities on Oct. 9.
St. Croix River’s historic wing dams highlighted in preservation presentation
Major 19th century infrastructure project made logging and settlement possible in the region.
St. Croix Valley Foundation offers socially responsible investment option
New fund accounts for environmental, social, and good governance factors alongside financial considerations.
St. Croix Valley migration celebration features bird hike and presentation
Tropical Wings invites public to annual meeting at Afton nature center.
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St. Croix tribe opposes proposed hog facility
Tribal council passes resolution saying the proposal poses an “existential threat.”
Man dies after fall at Minnesota Interstate Park
Thirty-nine-year-old visitor suffers fatal injuries on steep terrain.
Creating careers in clay
Up and coming St. Croix Valley potters make lives from making stoneware.
Hog happenings: Local governments take action
Officials move to manage risks from proposed swine operations.
St. Croix Creature Feature: Spiny softshell turtle
A recent encounter with this year’s hatchlings revealed a tenacious animal.
Weather turns wetter while river refuses to rise
Water remains low, while increased precipitation offers some hope.
Potters announce weekend of studio sales
See the work of 14 potters at three studios in the St. Croix Valley, Sept. 17-19.