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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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Afton State Park phenology, March 15 to 21
The equinox arrives as red-winged blackbirds sing in marshes.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 8 to 14
Many birds follow open water back to the St. Croix Valley, while woodpeckers work on nests.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 1 to 7
Winter birds head back north as raccoons start to reawaken.
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Afton State Park phenology, February 16 to 29
First spring migrants, squirrel sign, hibernating butterflies, and syrup season.
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Afton State Park Phenology, February 2 to 15
The season for snow fleas and animal tracks.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 5 to 18
Eagles, opossums, monarchs, and basswoods.
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Afton State Park Phenology, December 22, 2023 – January 4, 2024
Birds come and go with the season, snow shows tracks, and a spruce spotlight.
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Minnesota DNR enhances protection for turtles
Two changes that enhance protection for Minnesota’s native turtles will go into effect Jan. 1.
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Afton State Park phenology Dec. 8 to 21
Winter waterfowl, coyotes vs. foxes, and the wonderful white pine.
