Embrace Forest Bathing: A Simple Practice to Connect with Nature and Care for Place
Written by Allison Jurek, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
Connect with place, know place, care for place. A simple three-stepped mantra that can serve to inspire…
Stories from Minnesota
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Beauty, Sanctuary and Hospitality in MinnesotaBeauty, Sanctuary and Hospitality in Minnesota
How two Entrepreneurs are creating welcoming places for people and plants
Confluence is a new story series by Upstream that shares stories of two or more… -
Host a Sustainable Thanksgiving: Eco-Friendly Tips for a Low-Waste Holiday in MinnesotaHost a Sustainable Thanksgiving: Eco-Friendly Tips for a Low-Waste Holiday in Minnesota
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with loved ones and enjoy a memorable feast. By making a few mindful choices, you can celebrate this…
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Minnesotans trust each other … if you keep politics out of the conversationMinnesotans trust each other … if you keep politics out of the conversation
Written by Andy Goldman-Gray, Executive Director of Upstream
Guess what? 49% of Minnesotans will be disappointed with the election result this November. But we will all… -
“From City Life to Wilderness: Discovering Minnesota’s Natural Beauty”“From City Life to Wilderness: Discovering Minnesota’s Natural Beauty”
Written by Monica Rojas, 2024 Upstream Care for Place Fellow
My family of origin were not ‘outdoorsy’ people. The joke growing up was that the closest… -
Modernizing Irrigation at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum for Water ConservationModernizing Irrigation at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum for Water Conservation
Going Upstream is about being stewards of Minnesota’s shared natural places. Upstream Partner The Toro Company recently worked with the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum to support…
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Camping as a Family: Our Routine of Nature, Connection, and StewardshipCamping as a Family: Our Routine of Nature, Connection, and Stewardship
Written by Monica Rojas, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
As we pull into our campsite everyone knows what to do.The tent gets set-up. ZUP!
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How Biking Helps Us Love and Connect with Our CommunityHow Biking Helps Us Love and Connect with Our Community
Written by Anna Jensen
One of the ways I love where I live is on two wheels! Biking has always been a natural and convenient way…
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Never Too Old for a Bike Bus: Creating Community on Two WheelsNever Too Old for a Bike Bus: Creating Community on Two Wheels
Written by Anna Jensen
I am a senior in college in Saint Paul and have been regularly biking around the Mac-Groveland neighborhood for three years now… -
How to Get Involved in Local Conservation Efforts This FallHow to Get Involved in Local Conservation Efforts This Fall
With cooler temperatures, autumn provides an excellent opportunity to engage in activities that support stewardship of our natural places. Here’s how you can get involved…
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Sustainable Fall Fishing Practices in MinnesotaSustainable Fall Fishing Practices in Minnesota
Fall is a time when many anglers eagerly head to the lakes and rivers, drawn by the allure of the season’s final fishing opportunities. This…
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How to Support Minnesota’s Farmers Through StewardshipHow to Support Minnesota’s Farmers Through Stewardship
Minnesotans have always been stewards of the land, and supporting sustainable farming practices during the harvest season is an extension of this tradition. By choosing…