Transform your organic waste into nutrient-rich compost! Enhance soil health, conserve water, and support your garden—one compost bin at a time. Start your composting journey today and contribute to a greener future!

In our diverse world, understanding biological sex, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation is vital. Nature exemplifies this variety, from fungi with numerous sexual types to animals like wood frogs that can change sex, showcasing the richness of identity.

Laundry day contributes to microfiber pollution, primarily from synthetic fabrics. Microplastics can harm aquatic life and human health. To minimize impact, wash full loads, use cold water, reduce detergent, consider front-loading machines, and air dry clothes.

The blog discusses the importance of healthy soil in the Cannon River Watershed, highlighting its role in supporting ecosystems, filtering water, and storing carbon. Healthy soil boosts plant growth and mitigates pollution, while degraded soil threatens water quality.

Communities across the state are embracing solutions such as replacing or modifying low-head dams into Rock Arch Rapids. This nature-inspired fish passage design allows fish to swim freely, resembling the flowing stream riffles they thrive in.

During harsh Minnesota winters, we rely on salt to keep roads and sidewalks safe, but using too much can harm our local lakes and streams. High levels of salt can threaten aquatic life and disrupt ecosystems. To help, shovel snow often, use salt sparingly, and sweep up any leftover salt. Your efforts can make a big difference!