Land Conservation

Land Conservation
Changing climate, changing river
How will climate change affect our river, and what can we do about it? Read more
Flooded river at Harriet Island
Our 2025 legislative priorities for the river
Even with the uncertainty permeating the Capitol, a lot of our priorities for the Mississippi River this year are in OK shape. Read more
The Minnesota Capitol building in St. Paul, with a blue sky and a smattering of snow on the ground. Small text says "MNLEG 2025"
Thank you, fall 2024 interns!
We hosted three interns last fall: One mapped and analyzed bumble bee habitat, and two joined our advocacy team to advance a better future at toxic riverfront site Ford Area C. Read more
Bella, Aaryan, and Ford Area C tour
Minnesota's own snow birds: 4 species you can see here only in winter
Just like spring warmth brings new birds to the Twin Cities, so does the winter chill. Read more
Northern shrike flying over branches
Now hiring: Restoration Project Manager
Join our conservation team! Apply by January 7, 2025. Read more
Coneflowers + text: FMR is hiring! Restoration project manager
FMR plans for habitat beside new riverside greenway trails in Dakota County
Two greenways in Dakota County will offer nearly 40 miles of trail for people to walk, run, bike and roll. We've been working on how these trails can also link together a ribbon of connected habitat for wildlife. Read more
Goldenrod blooms next to trail
Where we work: Carver Preserve
At a protected Maplewood neighborhood preserve on the east side of the river, we're bringing woodland and prairie habitats back to life with the help of a robust remnant seed bank. Read more
Fall field at Carver

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Upcoming Events

Saturday, February 8, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
FMR's office, near Harriet Island in St. Paul
Throughout February
Hennepin, Ramsey & Washington counties
This school year
In your classroom or outside