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Grand Rapids crew clears dam obstruction on Sturgeon River
Though industrious beavers built an impressive dam alongside a man-made one on the Sturgeon River in Side Lake, Minn., it had to go. On March 19, the Grand Rapids crew waded out into the river to dig out the beaver dam with pitchforks. Read More
Mayors Day of Recognition
Yesterday, mayors all over the country highlighted the impact of national service and thanking those who serve. On this 3rd Annual… Read More
Make a seed bomb. Help restore a prairie.
If you like digging in the dirt, we need your help! Make seed bombs with Conservation Corps at the Bloomington REI on April 10 from 3-5:30 p.m. Read More
Welcome new staff member
Arielle Johnson, college and career coordinatorArielle joined the Corps staff in 2015 to coordinate college and career connections for the Youth Outdoors Program, including the Bridges Project. Read more about Arielle. Read More
Celebrate AmeriCorps week: March 9-13
AmeriCorps Week is a time to highlight the impact of AmeriCorps and the value of service in gaining skills for the 21st century workplace. Read More
Apprentice Academy launches young careers
Though the Conservation Apprentice Academy is young – beginning its fifth year this summer – its impact on young careers is already evident. Read More