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Afton State Park Phenology, March 26 – April 1
First signs of growth and migration mean spring is slowly starting.
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Low chance of high water this flood season
Forecasts call for slight rise in river levels, while there is hope drought will lift by mid-summer.
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National Park Service announces start of construction to improve Osceola Landing
Project will create new motorized boat launch and add parking, other infrastructure.
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Bird lovers encourage “lights out” during migration season
Property owners can dim and turn off lights at night to help birds find their way to breeding grounds.
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Nature center and unique lake in Kettle River watershed permanently preserved
Much of Osprey Wilds and Grindstone Lake are protected through new easement.
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River Falls makes major moves to remove dam on Kinnickinnic River
City simplifies process and seeks state funding to help demolish the dam.
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Six Ways of Seeing the St. Croix: Protected lands provide recreation and conservation
Public lands and other preserves offer everything from logging to rare species.
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St. Croix Valley ‘Big Read’ seeks to connect people and books
Poetry collection by U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo inspires programs across region now through April.
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Free Friday morning birdwatching hikes offered this spring in Osceola
Wild Rivers Conservancy naturalist will lead ‘Birding Before Breakfast’ in forests along the St. Croix.
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Protection partners announce conservation of Science Museum lands
Effort will not only preserve lands but support ongoing watershed research.
