Do you feel like the cold, bleak winter weather is getting you down? Come have tea with us as we explore different natural, herbal remedies to help cure your winter blues. We’ll be meeting in Harmony Co-op’s Community Kitchen. Contact Caitlyn Schuchhardt or Simone Senogles for more information.
Join us as we learn about treaty rights in Minnesota. We will explore how treaty rights affect choices to live more sustainably, for recognizing and upholding these rights is vital when it comes to sustaining cultural connections to the environment. Guest speaker to be announced. Contact Caitlyn Schuchhardt or Simone Senogles for more information.
The Mississippi River Water Walk is an action being taken by Sharon Day, an Ojibwe elder, peace activist, and Executive Director of the Indigenous Peoples Task Fork. Starting on March 1, Sharon and others will be walking the entire length of the Mississippi River. Join us as we listen to Sharon and fellow walkers from... Read more »
Properly maintaining septic systems is crucial when it comes to sustainably caring for our water. To learn more about how septic systems work, join us for a presentation by Shirley Nordrum, University of MN Extension Water Resource Educator. Shirley will be addressing septic systems and maintenance, local environmental concerns, and the importance of protecting water... Read more »
Have you ever wondered where our water comes from? Come learn from Michele Walker, the NW Regional Groundwater Specialist from the Minnesota DNR, as she guides us in understanding the health of our water system. Learn the basics of groundwater flow, how surface and groundwater interact, and water issues facing our region. Be ready to... Read more »
This week the State Legislature is on Easter/Passover break. Many legislators have arranged public meetings with their constituents in their District. This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet with your State legislators and hold them accountable to address your environmental concerns. Tell your legislator to pass bills that will build a Transit For A... Read more »
The theme of the UN’s World Water Day 2013 is “International Year of Water Cooperation.” Join us as we explore how this international theme can connect to northern Minnesota, where we are so close to the Canadian border and share water resources. Guest speaker to be announced! Contact Caitlyn Schuchhardt or Simone Senogles for more information.
Many legislators have arranged public meetings with their constituents in their District and MEP is attempting to be up to date on these meetings for your benefit. This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet with your State legislators and hold them accountable to address your environmental concerns. Tell your legislator to pass bills that will... Read more »
The Will Steger Foundation invites you to join your neighbors in attending a public convening on the local impacts of climate change and innovative community solutions. Part of a statewide series, this event will be held in Bemidji on the evening of April 14th, and offers the opportunity to hear from experts, community leaders, and... Read more »
The Will Steger Foundation invites you to join your neighbors in attending a public convening on the local impacts of climate change and innovative community solutions. Part of a statewide series, this event will be held in Crookston on the evening of Wednesday April 15th, and offers the opportunity to hear from experts, community leaders,... Read more »