We’re launching our new documentary Green Careers for a Changing Climate this fall and we need educators to helps us brainstorm easy strategies for teachers to bring this resource to their students. Be one of the first to see this new documentary, then work together to create discussion questions and activities for classroom life. Learn about our Green... Read more »
RSVP to Robin Moore, rmoore@landstewardshipproject.org, 320-269-2105 Farmer, grazier and soil health speaker Kent Solberg will be presenting ways to increase farm profits, stack enterprises, reduce inputs, diversify farm income, increase farm resilience and build soils by integrating livestock onto row-crop acres. We will also present the Cropping Systems Calculator, a tool to assess the costs and... Read more »
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soil-food-climate-whats-the-connection-tickets-47717484280 This panel discussion will describe enlightened farming practices that will help solve the climate crisis by storing carbon in the soil, which also improves soil health, produces more nutritious food, and preserves water resources. If implemented at scale, these practices hold the promise of not only slowing but also reducing present-day and future net atmospheric... Read more »
This panel discussion will describe enlightened farming practices that will help solve the climate crisis by storing carbon in the soil, which also improves soil health, produces more nutritious food, and preserves water resources. If implemented at scale, these practices hold the promise of not only slowing but also reducing present-day and future net atmospheric carbon concentrations.... Read more »
The pavilion behind the Paul & Babe Statues! This is your chance to hear the History, mission and vision of MN350 and how we began right here in Bemidji with a handful of people concerned about Standing Rock and the pipeline and how we wanted to branch out to include all the campaigns (Pipeline Resistance,... Read more »
We invite residents of Apple Valley and surrounding areas to come learn more about climate change solutions and have honest conversations about local impacts and actions we can take in our community. Let?s build a healthy future for our children and grandchildren!
Join Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) on Tuesday, Sept. 18 from 6-8pm at the recently saved River Heights Park to begin restoration work. Thanks to dozens of community members, the Inver Grove Heights city council unanimously voted to save River Heights Park in May of 2018. In addition to providing a natural area valued... Read more »
Join us to explore sustainability initiatives inside Minnesota’s sports industry. Learning from a sports context, attendees will share best practices of sustainable event planning, facilities management, and community engagement.
MRES is proud to promote solar energy in Minnesota at this year's Eco Experience. Get inspired to lead a more sustainable life with easy, everyday reduce-reuse-recycle how-tos and engaging, interactive exhibits on renewable energy, green technology, organic agriculture, transportation alternatives, healthy cooking, and clean air and water. Presented by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and... Read more »
RSVP to Alex Romano, LSP, 507-523-3366 Cover crops, no-till and soil health will be the focus of a field tour co-sponsored by the Land Stewardship Project and the Rice Soil and Water Conservation District on Friday, August, 24, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The tour starts at Mike Ludwig's farm (1355 90th St. E., Northfield,... Read more »
Ole Olson Park in north Minneapolis is known for its top-notch walking and biking trails and stunning skyline views, but we want it to be recognized for even more. Join Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) on August 28, from 6-8pm as we return to this riverfront park to tend an important native demonstration prairie... Read more »
Learn how Regional Parks Policy and Planning can impact the issues you work on A critical comment period shaping our regional parks is underway until September 27. Learn what has been proposed and how to provide meaningful comments. If you would like a box lunch for $10, please let Sara Wolff know by Monday, August 27.... Read more »
Located in Cottage Grove, this highly protected Scientific and Natural Area (SNA) features two sandy terraces along the river. Grey Cloud Dunes SNA is a sight to see. Help us further our restoration efforts at this special site! After a brief orientation, volunteers will work with Friends of the Mississippi River ecologists to help remove... Read more »
RSVP to Bryan Simon, 320-492-2526 The Land Stewardship Project, along with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and The Nature Conservancy, are hosting a grazing and cover crop field day at Jim Wulf’s Clear Springs Cattle Company near Starbuck, Minn. Join us to see the integration of cover crops and livestock into crop production, as... Read more »