Dine for a Better Future: Supporting Sustainable Restaurants in Minnesota
Minnesota’s food scene is rich with locally sourced ingredients, innovative chefs, and restaurants committed to caring for what goes on your plate. Choosing where to…
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Spring into Stewardship: Caring for Minnesota’s Water ResourcesSpring into Stewardship: Caring for Minnesota’s Water Resources
As winter melts into spring, Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and wetlands come back to life. Water is one of our state’s most precious resources, providing drinking…
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Supporting Local Farmers: A Spring Stewardship Guide for MinnesotansSupporting Local Farmers: A Spring Stewardship Guide for Minnesotans
Spring in Minnesota marks the return of vibrant farmers’ markets, fresh seasonal produce, and new opportunities to support the hardworking farmers who sustain our communities…
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Nurturing Pollinators: How Minnesotans Can Be Good Stewards of the LandNurturing Pollinators: How Minnesotans Can Be Good Stewards of the Land
Minnesota’s landscapes are alive with the hum of bees, the flutter of butterflies, and the silent work of countless other pollinators. These small but mighty…
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How to Be a Good Steward of Minnesota’s Land and CommunityHow to Be a Good Steward of Minnesota’s Land and Community
As the snow melts and the first buds of spring emerge, Minnesota comes alive with new energy. It’s a season of renewal—not just for the…
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From Backyard Botany to Dance: My Journey in Environmental StewardshipFrom Backyard Botany to Dance: My Journey in Environmental Stewardship
Written by Danelle Hubert, Upstream Fergus Falls Community Coordinator
My interest in nature really began when I was in 6th grade. I was homeschooled, and encouraged… -
Simple Joys, Big Connections: Everyday Ways to Explore Minnesota’s OutdoorsSimple Joys, Big Connections: Everyday Ways to Explore Minnesota’s Outdoors
Written by Monica Rojas and Allison Jurek, Upstream Care for Place Fellows
As Upstream Care for Place Fellows, we have been able to stop and reflect… -
A Homecoming to the Prairie: Rediscovering Minnesota’s Native Landscapes and Lost ConnectionsA Homecoming to the Prairie: Rediscovering Minnesota’s Native Landscapes and Lost Connections
Written by Alex Blondeau, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
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Leave Only Footprints: A Guide to Winter Travel in MinnesotaLeave Only Footprints: A Guide to Winter Travel in Minnesota
Minnesota’s winter landscapes are nothing short of magical, with serene snowy forests, sparkling frozen lakes, and breathtaking views that attract outdoor enthusiasts every year. Whether…
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Winter Composting: How to Keep Your Care for Place Practices Going Through the Cold MonthsWinter Composting: How to Keep Your Care for Place Practices Going Through the Cold Months
As the temperature drops and the ground freezes, many people assume composting is a seasonal activity that must be put on hold during the winter…
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Sustainable Resolutions for the New YearSustainable Resolutions for the New Year
Taking steps to enact sustainability practices into our everyday lives is not always easy, and can feel daunting. As we approach New Year’s, a time…
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Celebrating the 2024 Unsung Caretakers: Minnesotans Who Care for Our Natural PlacesCelebrating the 2024 Unsung Caretakers: Minnesotans Who Care for Our Natural Places
In every corner of Minnesota, individuals are quietly committed to caring for our natural places. They embody the essence of stewardship, not for recognition but…