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Knickpoints tells stories of transition and change in the Lower St. Croix watershed in east-central Minnesota. Across urban, rural, and developing landscapes, this blog highlights issues, tipping points, and actions by people to be better stewards of our water and natural resources.

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  • Agriculture
  • Anoka County
  • Basinwide
  • Chisago County
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  • Groundwater
  • Isanti County
  • Lakes
  • Land Management
  • Pine County
  • Plants
  • Pollution
  • Rivers and Streams
  • Soil
  • Stormwater management
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  • Washington County
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Agriculture, conservation, Soil, Watershed

Yes, you ARE seeing more no-till and cover crops out there.

As I traverse the diverse landscapes of the Lower St. Croix watershed, I can’t help but appreciate the multitude of … Continue reading Yes, you ARE seeing more no-till and cover crops out there.

Oh compost! My compost!
conservation, Soil, Uncategorized

Oh compost! My compost!

Four watermelon rinds. Dozens of banana peels, cucumber ends, and sweet pepper innards. A fair share of eggshells and more … Continue reading Oh compost! My compost!

From Cropland to Prairie: A Journey of Patience and Management
conservation, Land Management, Plants, Wildlife

From Cropland to Prairie: A Journey of Patience and Management

Prior to European settlement, the Lower St. Croix watershed was predominantly covered by a mixture of prairie and savanna, which … Continue reading From Cropland to Prairie: A Journey of Patience and Management

Walking the conservation talk – the importance of leading by example
conservation, Land Management, Plants, Soil, Wildlife

Walking the conservation talk – the importance of leading by example

I’ve really enjoyed getting to know my conservation colleagues in the Lower St. Croix watershed over the past couple years. … Continue reading Walking the conservation talk – the importance of leading by example

Want lakeshore property? Local realtor workshop ties dreams with reality.
Lakes, Land Management, Pollution

Want lakeshore property? Local realtor workshop ties dreams with reality.

Once upon a time, there was a Minnesota family. Tom and Joan both have a deep love of the outdoors, … Continue reading Want lakeshore property? Local realtor workshop ties dreams with reality.

Water water everywhere, but where do we store it?
conservation, Groundwater, Land Management, Rivers and Streams, Stormwater management

Water water everywhere, but where do we store it?

Water storage has been on my mind a lot lately. With the multiple storms tracking across the country dumping rain … Continue reading Water water everywhere, but where do we store it?

Five conservation resolutions for your new year
conservation, Land Management, Watershed

Five conservation resolutions for your new year

2023 – it’s a new year and with it comes all the good intentions to start a new habit – … Continue reading Five conservation resolutions for your new year

A farm, a family, and a lifetime of learning.
Agriculture, conservation, Land Management, Pollution, Soil, Uncategorized

A farm, a family, and a lifetime of learning.

The first year the Mold family practiced vertical till on their farm fields, the sight of all that corn residue … Continue reading A farm, a family, and a lifetime of learning.

Envisioning a less salty future
Land Management, Pollution

Envisioning a less salty future

Have you ever seen the intricate dance of a convoy of snow plows clearing a highway after a winter storm? … Continue reading Envisioning a less salty future

What happens when landscapes ‘go dormant’?
Plants, Soil, Wildlife

What happens when landscapes ‘go dormant’?

After a successful planting of some native plants in my garden earlier this summer, I decided to take another plunge … Continue reading What happens when landscapes ‘go dormant’?

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