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Drones becoming bigger threat to bald eagle nests
Federal wildlife agency warns drone operators to keep their distance from nests to avoid disturbing birds and costly penalties.
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Volunteers help restore wildlife habitat on public lands in St. Croix valley
Group works with Fish and Wildlife Service to improve natural habitat in western Wisconsin.
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River rising after rain and melting snow
The St. Croix is swelling with snowmelt and rain, but no severe impacts are expected at this time.
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Afton State Park Phenology: March 12, 2021
Waterfowl follow the open water and other early signs of spring.
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Break-up begins: Ice is going out on parts of the St. Croix River
Spring is getting closer as the river sheds its winter coat.
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Wisconsin awards grants to help groups protect lakes and rivers
Funds will support invasive species education and prevention, clean water stewardship, and other activities.
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Public support needed for parks and land protection in Wisconsin
State funding for projects to preserve natural resources and provide more outdoor recreation is being considered in the state legislature.
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Stillwater’s new riverside park gets official name
City council conceives of name to celebrate town’s logging era.
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Stillwater restaurant’s trees spared as construction starts on new walkway
Conflict over trail route and impact on Dock Café appears to have been resolved.
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Interstate Park and Ice Age Trail prove popular during pandemic
Many more people than normal enjoyed St. Croix River park and trans-Wisconsin trail.
