Trust for Public Land, a national nonprofit, recently purchased a 152-acre property near Waterville, MN, to be transferred to public ownership and managed by the Minnesota DNR as the Horseshoe Lake Wildlife Management Area.

As we all know, living in the Cannon River Watershed comes with a special responsibility to protect our beautiful water resources. The Cannon River and its tributaries give us drinking water, recreational fun, and essential habitats for local wildlife. But as our community grows, we must be smart about water use. One simple and effective way to do this is by installing water-saving fixtures in our homes.

Clean River Partners is pleased to announce that they’ve received a $25,000 grant from the Carolyn Foundation, which will support their work in climate solutions. This generous funding will enable us to continue engaging communities in meaningful climate action through education, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on habitat restoration.

Have you ever wondered what is meant by public land? How does private land become public land, and why does it matter? Clean River Partners is actively engaged in acquiring private land and transforming it into public land.

Foraging may initially seem unconventional, especially when focusing on invasive plants. However, these plants cause profound environmental damage to our native ecosystems, and removing them can directly counteract stormwater issues.

Kernza® and Winter Camelina are two continuous living crop (CLC) systems transforming sustainable farming in Minnesota. These crops improve soil health, water quality, and biodiversity, offering practical solutions for resilient agriculture.