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Seeing some sights on the upper St. Croix River
A scenic stretch offers wildlife, history, geology, and much more.
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Sharp-tailed grouse in east-central Minnesota show significant decline
Management actions planned, including closing east-central hunting zone season.
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Shrinking sharp-tailed grouse population causes canceled hunting season
Threatened barrens bird species has a stronghold along upper St. Croix River — but biologists are concerned.
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Massive mayfly hatch on upper St. Croix River shows up on weather radar
Meteorologists detect swarm of mating insects — a messy sign of clean water.
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The power of a paddle
A simple tool provides solitude and scenery.
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Watch for turtles crossing roads as nesting season begins
Protect turtles on the move by building a nest cage, reporting hot spots, slowing down near wetlands.
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Special spots to see wildlife near Stillwater
The St. Croix Valley is home to many fascinating plants and animals, and great parks and preserves where you can see them.
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Afton State Park phenology, week of April 16
Frogs are calling and monarchs are making the way back north.
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Drones becoming bigger threat to bald eagle nests
Federal wildlife agency warns drone operators to keep their distance from nests to avoid disturbing birds and costly penalties.
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Legislators seek to stop commercial turtle harvesting in Minnesota
Bill banning capture and sale of turtles introduced at capitol as advocates worry about impact on fragile species.
