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‘Ewe’ can do it: Citizens rescue loose sheep on the St. Croix
Escaped animal leads Marine on St. Croix residents on chase around town and into the river.
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Feds say sturgeon are safe from extinction thanks to conservation efforts
Ancient fish species found in the St. Croix and tributaries will not be listed as endangered at this time.
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Afton State Park phenology April 26 to May 2
Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, frogs are calling.
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St. Croix Valley Foundation celebrates Earth Day with environmental grant launch
New annual funding opportunity will support local work to protect the planet.
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Afton State Park phenology, April 19 to 25
Wildlife continues to return to area, from birds to butterflies.
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Minnesota scientists call for a Tamarack region sulfide mining study
Experts say state should study cumulative impacts of potential mining in Mississippi and St. Croix headwaters.
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On the St. Croix with River Radio
A spring conversation and a perfect day to paddle.
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Willow River dredging proposal raises worries about sensitive waters and wildlife
Project would remove sediments from Lake Mallalieu that were deposited after upstream dam removal.
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National Park Service to conduct prescribed fires along St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers
Several burns to restore natural habitat will take place as conditions allow.
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Wisconsin governor vetoes bill to remove local control of factory farms
Legislation would have prevented communities from passing any protections from large-scale livestock operations.

