Exploring Minnesota’s Natural Wonders: An Intern’s Journey with Upstream and the Mississippi River
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…
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…
Written by Gunnar Carlson, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
I was 11 years old when my mom decided I was “responsible enough” to ride my bike…
Naima’s Farm in Alexandria has shown the power of sustainable agriculture—and the power of Naima Dhore, a Somali-American farmer who connects to her heritage through…
You might know Angelina Amérigo as Miss Minnesota 2023, but did you know about her One Bottle, One Straw, One Bag at a Time initiative…
Henry LaBounta is on a mission to clean up the Lake of the Isles area, whatever it takes. Henry is a kayaking and dog-walking enthusiast…
In 2017, Samantha VanWechel-Meyer discovered a deep love of Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and waterways, but she also discovered just how much trash finds its way…
Karla Patrick of Cambridge, MN is no stranger to taking care of her community. As the leader of Cambridge Medical Center’s Wellness Leadership Team, Karla…
David Fallon is a BIPOC artist with a disability, living in the Twin Cities. A photographer and painter, David captures the day-to-day experiences that come…
Rhys Williams could imagine nothing better for his retirement than starting a farm in the beautiful bluffs of the Minnesota driftless region.
“I’m very blessed to…