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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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Category: Land Management

Restoring one of nature’s ‘storm drains’
Chisago County, Land Management, Native Planting, Stormwater management

Restoring one of nature’s ‘storm drains’

We’ve entered that in-between phase of winter—the deep freeze of January and February is behind us, but the forecast is … Continue reading Restoring one of nature’s ‘storm drains’

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

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.

The urban tree: both savior and villain
Land Management, Pollution, Stormwater management

The urban tree: both savior and villain

Our family camps quite a bit, and my two daughters have high standards when it comes to campsites. The campsite … Continue reading The urban tree: both savior and villain

Minnesota’s vanishing shorelines – and what we can do about it
conservation, Lakes, Land Management, Native Planting, Plants, Pollution

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

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?

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