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Big game hunting on the St. Croix River
In 1958, Dick Ugland began exploring the back channels on the St. Croix River upstream of Stillwater, searching for big northern pike.
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Namekagon River Partnership to host first annual gathering
The June 16 event will feature a mix of festivities, education, and information about how to be part of the river’s future.
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Boom Site day will give families a chance to celebrate river history
The annual community celebration will feature presentations, music, food, and art.
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Films, bird walks, paddling, pontoon tour, and more
The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway has several public events scheduled for June.
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Heritage Initiative workshops finished, effort begins to identify important stories
The final Heritage Discovery Workshops were held this month, and the Heritage Initiative will now take the information collected and start planning Heritage Summits for this fall.
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Dam bursts at frac sand mine, sends runoff into St. Croix River
A hiker discovered a stream flowing into the St. Croix River was being polluted by sand which escaped from a mine near Grantsburg, Wisconsin.
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Art show will feature St. Croix Valley painter and photographer
The St. Croix 360-sponsored show kicks off June 8 with a reception in Stillwater.
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Video shows how Asian carp hurt boating, fishing and businesses
A Minnesota television reporter traveled to America’s “Asian carp capital” to find out how the invasive fish have harmed recreation and economies along the Illinois River.
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A first-timer’s report from the Snake River Canoe Race [Video]
The thirty-second annual event drew 176 canoes for fun and competition on a significant St. Croix tributary.
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Paddle and learn about St. Croix River birds on May 12
The St. Croix River Association and the Park Service are offering a guided paddle trip to enjoy the river and learn about the birds which use it to migrate.