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Ospreys’ recovery from pollution and shooting is a global conservation success story
Chemical pollution and hunting pushed Ospreys to the edge of extinction in the mid-20th century. Today, they have rebounded and can be spotted worldwide, often nesting on manmade structures.
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Famous fish: St. Croix sturgeon crowned as new champion, receives national attention
Headline-grabbing behemoth caught through the river ice has been certified as the largest in Minnesota history.
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Repairs continue at Scandia solar farm after stormwater spill
Extensive work at the site’s runoff retention pond this winter is intended to increase the holding capacity before spring melt.
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Farmer and conservation group work together to protect St. Croix River bluff
Unique partnership ensures river scenery will be preserved, a hiking trail will be possible, and a farmer will continue working the land.
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Stillwater farmers find balance between growing food and St. Croix stewardship
Axdahl Farms restore land to improve productivity and reduce runoff into the river.
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“Wildly Successful Farming” benefits people, wildlife, lakes, and rivers
Author of new book that documents how farming can produce crops while reducing negative impacts will lead discussions at two libraries near St. Croix tributaries.
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Video: River of Springs
With water gushing out of the ground at his feet, a Minnesota-based spring hunter explains what makes the St. Croix’s so special.
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Creature Feature: Winged mapleleaf mussels cling to existence in a short stretch of the St. Croix
Endangered mollusks only live in a fraction of their historic range, while scientist seek to better understand and protect their delicate population.
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Harvesting rain: Farmer group helps protect St. Croix River watershed, inspires additional action
Innovative initiative effort seeks to reduce agricultural runoff by letting farmers do what they do best.
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Scandia stormwater overflow: Work underway to reduce risk, details of damage emerge
Reviews have shown extent of impacts, raised questions about stormwater, and provided information to guide remediation.