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.
One of Minnesota’s largest biomes is the prairie, a beautiful but highly underappreciated landscape. Visit a prairie near you or organize a trip for kids to experience this incredible landscape.
We always reduce our boat speed to control our wake when we’re less that 200 feet from shore, especially in shallow water.
Replace standard or CFL bulbs with LED lightbuls
Curious to learn more about native and non-native plants in Minnesota? Check out Minnesota Wildflower’s extensive, education-focused site to learn about wild plants, from wildflowers and grasses to trees and vines. Learn about how you can care for these species in our outdoor Minnesota spaces.
Eliminate waste and quicken your bills with autopay or online payment.
Some appliances use energy just by staying plugged in or staying on: this is called phantom energy. Save on your energy bill by unplugging appliances, as is convenient, around your home when they’re not in use.
Picking local apples, berries, and other fresh farm fruits is a great family activity and a great way to connect with local farmers.
I like to keep my meals plant-based with lots of veggies, fruits, grains, beans, nuts and seeds, greens, pickled foods, sauces, and more.
Pollinators are our friends: they are responsible for pollinating three-fourths of all flowering plants and the crops that produce over one third of the world’s food supply! One of the best ways you can help pollinators is by planting pollinator-friendly plants and gardens at home.
Lawns can both be places for play and homes for pollinators. See the tips below for turning your lawn into a pollinator-friendly space.
Yes, shoes can be recycled too! They can be sent or dropped off at various locations so that the materials can be repurposed or upcycled. If you live in Ramsey or Henepin counties, check out the cities’ websites for more specifics.
