8 Ways to Be a Steward at the Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair isn’t just about deep-fried treats and Midway rides, it’s also a golden opportunity to show how much you care for our…
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Urban Stewardship: How to Care for Green Spaces in MinnesotaUrban Stewardship: How to Care for Green Spaces in Minnesota
Minnesota is known for its lakes, forests, and wide-open prairies, but some of our most important natural areas are found right in the heart of…
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Why Elise, Addy and Karen Love MinnesotaWhy Elise, Addy and Karen Love Minnesota
Elise, Addy, and Karen love where they live. Karen has instilled stewardship in her children, watch the full clip to learn more: https://youtu.be/WPO-u7s1Hyg
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Why Courtney Love’s Minnesota
Why Courtney Love’s Minnesota
Meet Courtney, who wants to leave more habitats for future generations that can provide for our natural spaces. Learn the importance of biodiversity and planting…
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Why Jennifer and Keith Love Minnesota
Why Jennifer and Keith Love Minnesota
Meet Jennifer and Keith, who love Lake Superior. Their hope for future generations of Minnesotans is to have the beautiful natural places available to enjoy.
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Why Charly Loves Minnesota
Why Charly Loves Minnesota
Meet Charly who loves Lake Sagatagan. In this story of environmental stewardship, Charly reflects on why she loves Minnesota’s natural places and what inspires her…
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25 Best Things to Do in Minnesota This Summer25 Best Things to Do in Minnesota This Summer
Whether you’re soaking up the sun in Minneapolis and Saint Paul or escaping to the lakes and prairies of Greater Minnesota, there’s no shortage of…
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Unsung Caretakers: Who They Are & How to Nominate OneUnsung Caretakers: Who They Are & How to Nominate One
Every corner of Minnesota from winding shorelines to tucked‑away patches of prairie thrives because of unsung caretakers. They are neighbors, volunteers, stewards, and community groups…
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25 Best Things to Do in Minnesota This Summer25 Best Things to Do in Minnesota This Summer
Whether you’re soaking up the sun in Minneapolis and Saint Paul or escaping to the lakes and prairies of Greater Minnesota, there’s no shortage of…
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Top 10 Ways to Care for Minnesota Lakes & Rivers This SummerTop 10 Ways to Care for Minnesota Lakes & Rivers This Summer
Urban & Rural Stewardship Tips to Keep Our Waters Clean
Minnesota’s lakes and rivers are at the heart of our identity. Whether you’re paddling down the… -
Caring for Place and Each Other: Finding Unity in StewardshipCaring for Place and Each Other: Finding Unity in Stewardship
Written by Alex Blondeau, Upstream Care for Place Fellow 2025
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APPLICATIONS OPEN: East St. Paul Community Engagement and Partnership CoordinatorAPPLICATIONS OPEN: East St. Paul Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator
Upstream is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that channels Minnesotan’s love of our natural places into increased connection, trust and stewardship. Our organization creates connections and…