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Afton State Park Phenology Feb. 19 to March 4, 2021
First bird migration is beginning, maple sap will soon start to run, and other signs of the season.
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Cold comfort
A hike down to the river seeking solitude and winter sights.
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Watch: A guy’s goats keep him company while he swims the icy St. Croix
“It’s good for body and mind,” he says.
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Winter water: What happens under the ice?
How does stream life survive in cold weather and low water temperatures? And what happens on lakes and rivers with complete ice cover at the water surface?
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River Bum Blog: Walking on water
Winter hiking along the frozen river opens a window to this subtle season.
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Witness winter’s wonders along the St. Croix River at luminary events
Hike, snowshoe, or ski by candlelight at state parks and other natural areas up and down the river.
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Owner of stranded sailboat will receive free sailing lessons after boat removed by local crew
Novice sailor signs up for complimentary lessons at Hudson sailing school, while community volunteers free boat from ice.
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Watch an ice fisherman catch a 120-pound sturgeon on the St. Croix
Minnesota angler breaks state record for the once-endangered fish, and then releases it back into the river.
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Video: 22 seconds @ 22 below
Spring-fed creeks along the St. Croix River are still open and tinkling along even when the air temperature dives far below freezing.
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Ice is nice: Watch the St. Croix River freeze over
Photos and videos capture the beautiful transition from open water — as the river goes through a unique seasonal cycle.