What's one of the simplest, high-impact ways to save water and help protect our watershed? Using a rain barrel. For conservation and for pollution prevention, installing a rain barrel to collect and store rainwater for use on your lawn and gardens is a simple but powerful way to make a difference for the Mississippi River.... Read more »

Rambling River Park is a beautiful 76-acre park located in Farmington bordered on the south and east by the Vermillion River. The Vermillion River is a major Mississippi River tributary and provides a portion of the water that feeds drinking water wells in Hastings. Volunteers will work closely with Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR)... Read more »

Home to a rare dry prairie, the highly protected Grey Cloud Dunes Scientific and Natural Area (SNA) provides essential native bee, butterfly and wildlife habitat. On Thursday, August 20, from 6-8 pm, volunteers will work with Friends of the Mississippi River ecologists to help remove sumac, a shrubby tree that would otherwise overtake this vital... Read more »

Rock out with our friends, the BEES, a beer in hand and Minnesota's best bands under an August sky. Party with purpose! Everyone is welcome. Register early for a chance to win wickedly cool prizes. Rain or Shine Just announced - at the outdoor stage: 4:30 PM: Brian Just 3:30 PM Chris Koza 2:30 PM: Lucy Michelle, with Dylan Hicks,... Read more »

Just southeast of River Oaks Golf Course lies a riverfront bluff with stunning views of the Mississippi River and a special remnant bedrock bluff prairie. Unfortunately, this city park, River Oaks, is also home to a good deal of sumac, buckthorn and other invasive species. Thanks to Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR)-led restoration efforts... Read more »