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Drought deepens across St. Croix River drainage
Dry conditions mean low water and other challenges.
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Zebra mussel numbers skyrocket in lower St. Croix River
Invasive clams rebound after years of decline, putting entire river at risk.
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Afton State Park phenology, July 16 to 22
What to look for this week in the natural world.
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Hudson’s annual RiverFest will celebrate St. Croix stewardship
Four days of activities, programs, and cleaning up the river.
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Meet the Minnesota Farm Families of the Year in St. Croix River region
Farms with dedication to agriculture and community recognized for contributions.
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Storied fossil found near Stillwater in the running for official state designation
Aquatic creature from half a billion years ago could become Minnesota’s designated state fossil.
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Hog company proposes spreading manure near two St. Croix tributaries
Iowa corporation would distribute waste as fertilizer on farm fields in Trade and Wood River watersheds.
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Afton State Park Phenology, July 2 to July 8
Birds broods, butterflies and dragonflies on the wing, fawns in the forests, trees bloom, and the weather gets hot.
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National Park Service urges St. Croix River visitors to plan ahead
Check conditions and maps, ask for advice, stay safe, and leave no trace.
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Study predicts National Heritage Area could bring millions in visitor dollars
Economic analysis shows steady increase in tourism spending over 10 years.