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Comments invited on possible wildlife impacts of Osceola bridge replacement
DNR has concluded that project will minimize impacts on four rare species found in the river.
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Afton State Park Phenology, April 10 to 16
Frogs calling, birds coming back, first flowers blooming.
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Ojibwe spring fishing season starting soon
Wisconsinites reminded of protected tribal right to fish.
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Rainfall monitoring network seeks volunteers
Participants provide important data about precipitation, climate trends.
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Valley Arts grants expand creative experiences across the St. Croix Valley
$86,500 awarded to 25 organizations supporting arts, culture, and community connection.
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St. Croix National Scenic Riverway to conduct prescribed fires April 14-May 31
Burns intended to reduce wildfire risks and improve natural habitats.
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Afton State Park phenology, April 3 to 9
Life of all kinds emerges from winter’s grip.
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Stillwater Area Historic Newspaper Initiative announces completion of second phase, start of third project in 2026
Decades of historic Washington County newspapers are now available for free online access.
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Hudson Daybreak Rotary celebrates Earth Day With three April programs
Community group plans tree sale, pollinator promotion, and battery recycling.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 27 to April 2
Herons and frogs, fungus and flowers.
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Documentary offers tribute to impact of boarding schools on Indigenous children and communities
Free film showing and discussion, featuring Dakota poet Rosie Peters, will be held on Sunday, April 26 in St. Croix Falls.
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Bird losses are accelerating across North America, particularly in farming regions where agriculture is most intensive
Farming areas that use lots of fertilizers and pesticides stood out for the swift and accelerating decline of their bird populations.
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‘Once Upon a River’ concert to feature Peter Mayer
On April 12, Dan Chouinard and Barbara McAfee will lead Mayer and a cast of voices in celebration of the St. Croix River Watershed
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Afton State Park phenology, March 13 to 19
Male red-winged blackbirds have returned and owls await hatchlings.
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Wisconsin DNR gives annual award to Interstate Park volunteer group
DNR says group was essential to celebration of famous park’s 125th anniversary.
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River Management comments: The stewards
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway’s partners at Wild Rivers Conservancy highlight priorities for park plans.
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Afton State Park phenology, February 27 to March 5
Hours of daylight have been gained since the winter solstice, and it shows.
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River Management comments: The river town
Marine on St. Croix’s feedback calls out several issues of concern and requests National Park Service action.
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Stillwater studio offers “Art & Water” artist residencies this summer
A House Unbuilt announces program to support creative work focused on environment, place, and community.
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Afton State Park phenology, February 13 to 26
The first migrating birds are finding their way back north while maple sap will soon start running.
