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Sailboat stranded in ice near Stillwater

By Greg Seitz | November 15, 2019 | 3 minute read

Aspiring sailor leaves boat in the water a little too long.

Flexing Mussels, Part 2: Searching for St. Croix River spectaclecase

By Greg Seitz | November 15, 2019 | 7 minute read

Elusive and endangered species finds refuge in rocky reaches, where biologists seek answers to guide protection.

New stretches of St. Croix River and its tributaries declared impaired

By Greg Seitz | November 13, 2019 | 4 minute read

State agency says nutrient levels exceed new standards, though the water has been improving in recent decades.

Flexing Mussels, Part 1: Citizens scientists study special St. Croix creatures

By Greg Seitz | November 8, 2019 | 7 minute read

U of MN researcher is joined by volunteer crew wading into mussel research.

Farmers partner with conservation district to reduce runoff into Kettle River tributary

By Kim Samuelson | November 8, 2019 | 6 minute read

Moose Lake farm works toward state water certification by collaborating with local agency to make numerous improvements.

Watch: Kayaking the St. Croix’s cloud-tinted waters

By St. Croix 360 | November 6, 2019 | < 1 minute read

Travel back to a warmer, greener time with paddlers exploring the river on a gorgeous day.

Conservation groups call for Minnesota to ban lead ammunition and fishing tackle

By Greg Seitz | November 1, 2019 | 3 minute read

Petition to DNR says the toxic substance kills millions of birds and other animals each year, acceptable alternatives exist, and it’s time to act.

St. Croix River region state parks to be closed and otherwise affected by deer hunting

By St. Croix 360 | October 31, 2019 | 2 minute read

Many parks in Minnesota will be closed for short periods, while hunting is generally allowed in all Wisconsin parks for 30 days.

Scandia writer’s work ‘sings with imagery of the earth’

By Heidi Fettig Parton | October 31, 2019 | 7 minute read

Heidi Barr’s new book of poetry joins a previous collection of essays in encouraging readers to stop and connect with nature.

North Woods event calendar aims to link region

By St. Croix 360 | October 27, 2019 | 3 minute read

New site offers event listings across St. Croix River region, helping residents and visitors find activities, and connecting communities.

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One of the biggest challenges facing the St. Croix River is harmful blooms of algae in in the lower river, due to excess nutrients in runoff. The goal is to restore the river by reducing phosphorus levels to 360 tons/year. Learn more »

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