What’s in your water?
Here in Minnesota, we have a mishmash of all sorts of fascinating landscapes – landscapes formed by volcanoes, ones carved … Continue reading What’s in your water?
Author: Barbara Heitkamp
Barbara Heitkamp is a water resources educator for the East Metro Water Resource Education Program and the Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership. A trained river nerd turned science communicator, Barbara enjoys the outdoors, kayaking, crafting, reading, and hanging with her family and close friends.
Minnesota’s vanishing shorelines – and what we can do about it
Last week, I had the pleasure of crashing a boat ride for local municipal officials. Staff from the Chisago Lakes … Continue reading Minnesota’s vanishing shorelines – and what we can do about it
How do you define your water relationship?
When I looked to the horizon, I couldn’t see where the sky ended and the water began. I heard the … Continue reading How do you define your water relationship?
Confessions of a timid gardener: If you build it, they DO come!
A year ago, I started a journey of incorporating more native plants in my garden. I am not a confident … Continue reading Confessions of a timid gardener: If you build it, they DO come!
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!
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
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
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.
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?
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?
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