“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…
Stories from Minnesota
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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…
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Sustainable Cooking Tips with Minnesota’s Fall HarvestSustainable Cooking Tips with Minnesota’s Fall Harvest
As the fall season sweeps across Minnesota, it brings with it a bounty of fresh, local produce. From crisp apples to hearty root vegetables, the…
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Minnesota’s Best Fall Produce: What’s in Season Now?Minnesota’s Best Fall Produce: What’s in Season Now?
Eating seasonally is a fantastic way to support local farmers and enjoy the freshest, most flavorful produce Minnesota has to offer. Here’s a guide to…
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Sustainable Farming Practices in Minnesota for Fall HarvestSustainable Farming Practices in Minnesota for Fall Harvest
As the demand for eco-friendly, locally-grown produce rises, more farmers are adopting practices that steward our natural places while producing delicious food.
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Top Farmers’ Markets in Minnesota for Fresh Fall ProduceTop Farmers’ Markets in Minnesota for Fresh Fall Produce
Fall in Minnesota brings an abundance of fresh, local produce to farmers’ markets across the state. From crisp apples to hearty root vegetables, visiting these…