Updates & Stories

Cleaning up rivers with Project Aware

July 11-15, over 300 volunteers took part in the 14th Annual Project AWARE (A Watershed Awareness River Expedition) hosted by… Read More

Reflecting on invasive species

By: Rafa Contreras-Rangel After being away from the workplace for two weeks, I’ve been at a loss as to what to… Read More

Shaping the future of the forests

“The question, ‘Why are we doing this,’ always… Read More

Conservation Corps responds to severe summer storms

After a slew of severe summer storms throughout the region, Conservation Corps crews were quick to respond with much needed… Read More

The summer of digital mapping

Biocontrol. Non-native species. Geographical Information Systems. These words may not be in the average teenager’s vocabulary, but for the 12… Read More

Mastering a chainsaw

By: Rose Lundy The auburn canoe paddle slips into the water and gently scrapes the soft bottom of Rice Creek. Then… Read More

The making of a crew

By: Danielle Yaste The last few months have been a whirlwind of adventures and mishaps, from stormy nights to sweaty… Read More

Arkansas Part II

By: Kristina Beckham Following a two-hour drive south of Springfield, MO is the Buffalo National River Park located in St. Joe,… Read More

Relearning my own neighborhood

By: Rose Lundy As a born-and-raised Minnesotan, I am proud of the value our state places on protecting the environment. We… Read More

Helping protect the northern long-eared bat

“They’re really cute when you get a good look at them, but you may have to take my word for… Read More