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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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Year: 2024

Dandelions: the edible, medicinal, non-native gateway to rethinking our yards
conservation, Land Management

Dandelions: the edible, medicinal, non-native gateway to rethinking our yards

It’s that time of year – the leaves are starting to emerge, the land is greening and you start seeing … Continue reading Dandelions: the edible, medicinal, non-native gateway to rethinking our yards

Opportunities abound to be a ‘citizen scientist.’
conservation, Get Involved

Opportunities abound to be a ‘citizen scientist.’

If there is one remark I hear often at events and when talking to people about conservation and our natural … Continue reading Opportunities abound to be a ‘citizen scientist.’

El Niño – the ‘butterfly effect’ on Minnesota winter
Soil, Stormwater management, Watershed

El Niño – the ‘butterfly effect’ on Minnesota winter

Earlier this week I met my girls at the bus stop after school. I had just taken our dog on … Continue reading El Niño – the ‘butterfly effect’ on Minnesota winter

Don’t underestimate the power of a good historic photograph.
conservation, Land Management, Wildlife

Don’t underestimate the power of a good historic photograph.

Last month, I was asked to speak in an elementary classroom about habitat fragmentation. The class had just finished an … Continue reading Don’t underestimate the power of a good historic photograph.

Outstanding Conservationists are truly that – outstanding.
Agriculture, Chisago County, conservation, Isanti County, Land Management, Pine County, Soil, Washington County, Watershed

Outstanding Conservationists are truly that – outstanding.

Let it be said: working in the conservation field is not an easy endeavor. In fact, my husband regularly hears … Continue reading Outstanding Conservationists are truly that – outstanding.

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