Come join us as we watch Precious Waters, a film that takes a hard look at the sulfide mining industry’s history and the threats new mines pose to northeastern Minnesota’s lakes, rivers and streams, and sustainable economy--as told by a broad array of citizens, scientists, and advocates. After the film you may stick around to... Read more »
Have you always wanted to save your own seeds but don't know where to start? Would you like to start a regionally-based seed system to exchange locally-adapted seeds? There is no better way to do this than to become trained as a seed saver. PRI is offering a 5 part seed saving series to start... Read more »
Experienced FMR staff can come to your St. Paul location and conduct hands-on activities to learn about watersheds, runoff pollution, erosion and sedimentation, river ecosystems, invasive species and other water quality topics! Presentations: • Are best suited for groups of 20-40 people, 4th grade and up • Range from 50 minutes to 2 hours in... Read more »
Keeping good records is important on many levels. Records can help you track what you did and when; which varieties worked and which didn’t, how much time any given task takes, and much more. Good records lead to later success by allowing you to better understand what’s worth doing and what isn’t. Good records can... Read more »
Minnesota’s climate is changing. In fact, faster than most of the country. Spring floods, summer droughts, warmer nighttime temperatures, higher humidity, and extreme weather events are becoming common. Designing a sustainable landscape and home is becoming more challenging! Please join us as we explore Minnesota’s ecology, the changing conditions, and ways to design for these... Read more »
We’re coming together in Saint Paul at Solar Powering Minnesota to learn & connect about the programs, incentives & resources to really make solar shine in Minnesota. The Solar Powering Minnesota Conference program is packed with an energizing mix of large-group speakers, breakout sessions, and networking time. Conference topics include 2013 legislative outcomes, financing, incentives,... Read more »
Your landscape is filled with possibilities. Locked in your property may be the means to sustain an abundant lifestyle for growing your food, collecting fresh rain water for drinking and reducing your dependence on purchased resources. This series will unlock the ecological capital that abounds within your yard, fields, or the neighborhood that surrounds you.... Read more »
Perennials play a critical role in delivering the ecosystem services you need to produce nutrient-rich foods. They cycle water, cycle nutrients, provide habitat, support pollinators and beneficial insects, build soil, and create buffers that allow your plants to better weather the impacts of a changing climate. Often we overlook their place in a garden or... Read more »
This monthly Salon Series will explore restoring sustainability and resiliency in our food system. There will be wine and a farm-to-table meal.
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join State Representative Rick Hansen and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership for a discussion of critical environmental and conservation issues being heard this Legislative Session.... Read more »
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join Senator Matt Schmit and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership for a discussion of critical environmental and conservation issues being heard... Read more »
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join your State Representative Kim Norton and the Sierra Club - North Star Chapter for a discussion of critical environmental and conservation issues being heard... Read more »
Climate change is putting our beer at risk -- good beer depends on clean water and healthy barley and hops, all of which will be harmed by greenhouse gas pollution from burning fossil fuels. Join Sierra Club for a "Save the Ales" letter writing happy hour. Stop by anytime at either the St. Paul, Minneapolis, or... Read more »
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join your State Senator Roger Reinert, Representative Erik Simonson, and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership for a public meeting about critical environmental and conservation issues... Read more »
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join your State Senator Vicki Jensen, Representative Patti Fritz, Representative John Petersburg, and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership for a discussion of critical environmental and... Read more »
Enjoying Minnesota’s Great Outdoors is part of our way of life. Your state leaders have an opportunity to build a clean energy economy and protect our cherished environment today and for generations to come. Please join your State Representative John Ward and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership for a discussion of critical environmental and conservation issues being heard this Legislative... Read more »