Caretakers of Minnesota are taking action to make Minnesota a stronger place, and they deserve recognition!
Nominate an individual or company going above an beyond in caring for our shared natural places.
Nominate an individual or company going above an beyond in caring for our shared natural places.
When Minnesota’s organizations and companies come together we can make this a better place for all of us to live, play and do business.
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Written by Andy Goldman-Gray
Last week my Stepdad, Bill Gray passed away at the age of 84. He was one of my two dads who helped…
Written by Amanda Arbogast
Caley is a 30-year-old 1st-grade teacher from Virginia, Minnesota. Caley currently resides in Hibbing with her husband and 7-month-old daughter. She spends…
Written by Amanda Arbogast
John McComb, a native of Virginia, MN, started beekeeping as a hobby in 2012. As a supporter of the “save the bees”…
Written by Kate Tovsen, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
Only three things in Minnesota life are certain: death, taxes, and a long, cold winter. I moved…
Every fall, my future neighbors get together for a day of brush clearing along our shared road. I say my “future neighbors” because I don’t…
From our 10,000 lakes to our backyards, from our city parks to our prairie land and boreal forests, our grand natural spaces are a unique…
What is your favorite outdoor place in Minnesota?
My favorite place in Minnesota is in the small northern town of Orr. Like many other Minnesotans, my…
Lawn care tips typically focus on the spring and summer seasons: mowing, watering, and fertilizing are common topics. But what can you do in the…
My name is Amelia Paine and I have been working with Upstream as an intern throughout the past few months. As an Environmental Studies student…
I am excited about taking on the role of a farmer, which stems from recognizing the significant impact we can have on addressing one of…
Written by Louise Ba, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
My name is Louise Ba and I am a senior at St. Catherine University in Saint Paul…