You’re Invited: Navigating Upstream

Join us on April 22 for Navigating Upstream, a gathering and fundraiser focused on the future of Minnesota’s natural places. Your support helps power this work, bringing Minnesotans together, building community, and inspiring stewardship for Minnesota’s land, water, and air.⁠

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We are excited to announce the #UpstreamChallenge ! Our mission is simple. Our mission is to amplify the ways that Minnesotans from all backgrounds care for our place. Examples may include:-adopt and clean a storm drain-pick up trash while out on a walk-compost -bike or ride share -avoid using plastic as often as possibleWe want to know, how do you care for Minnesota? This is how the challenge works:1. Share a story on social media about how you care for Minnesota and tag @minnesotaupstream and use hashtag #UpstreamChallenge2. Tag/invite friends to share their story of caring for MinnesotaThat’s it! We love being tagged as a collaborator and love amplifying your stories!Anyone that shares their story will be entered to win an incredible grand prize package which includes:- 2 night stay at @bluefinbay (!)- Signed @twins baseball ️ bat- 2 @surlybrewing #FestivalField tickets to 3 shows of your choosing next summer!- @minnesotaupstream sweatshirt, beanie, coffee mug and reusable water bottleWe can’t wait to be inspired by the stories of how you take care of Minnesota. Small acts make a big impact. #lovingwhereyoulive #mnupstreamPhotos + videos by @witnessoutside — from Instagram

We are excited to announce the #UpstreamChallenge ! Our mission is simple. Our mission is to amplify the ways that Minnesotans from all backgrounds care for our place. Examples may include:-adopt and clean a storm drain-pick up trash while out on a walk-compost -bike or ride share -avoid using plastic as often as possibleWe want to know, how do you care for Minnesota? This is how the challenge works:1. Share a story on social media about how you care for Minnesota and tag @minnesotaupstream and use hashtag #UpstreamChallenge2. Tag/invite friends to share their story of caring for MinnesotaThat’s it! We love being tagged as a collaborator and love amplifying your stories!Anyone that shares their story will be entered to win an incredible grand prize package which includes:- 2 night stay at @bluefinbay (!)- Signed @twins baseball ️ bat- 2 @surlybrewing #FestivalField tickets to 3 shows of your choosing next summer!- @minnesotaupstream sweatshirt, beanie, coffee mug and reusable water bottleWe can’t wait to be inspired by the stories of how you take care of Minnesota. Small acts make a big impact. #lovingwhereyoulive #mnupstreamPhotos + videos by @witnessoutside — from Instagram

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