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Greg is the founder and editor of St. Croix 360, a website he founded in 2011 to share river stories. He writes about conservation, recreation, history, arts, and much more. As of 2026, Greg is also working on a new book to be published by the University of Minnesota Press, which will focus on the human and natural history of the entire St. Croix River watershed. He grew up in Stillwater and today lives in May Township with his wife, poet Kate Seitz, two children, dog, and guinea pig.

Bird Events Scheduled Throughout the St. Croix Valley on May 4th

Parks along the river will host bird-watching hikes, paddles, programs and more to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day.

April 26, 2013
Photos: Banding young Trumpeter Swans in St. Croix River country

Volunteers and conservation agency staff recently captured, banded, and released 14 young swans in the Apple River area.

September 6, 2012
Looking for birds from the seat of a kayak

A National Park Service-guided trip down the St. Croix River was a great way to enjoy one beautiful summer morning.

August 24, 2012
Films, bird walks, paddling, pontoon tour, and more

The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway has several public events scheduled for June.

June 1, 2012
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.

April 28, 2012
Webcams give live view of nesting falcons

Watch Peregrine Falcons incubate their eggs and raise their young on the tower of the Allen S. King Plant near Bayport.

April 19, 2011