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Water Conservation Advisors dig deeper into Minnesota water issues
[quote]This was a terrific morning! The WCA workshop was so well planned and facilitated, it reflects the truly ‘class-act’ of Freshwater Society. Even though many of us Master Water Stewards … Read more
Freshwater hosts event to showcase ten years of Legacy Amendment
On February 6, Freshwater hosted a special event to commemorate ten years of legacy amendment funding in Minnesota. Elected officials and representatives of each of the four funds gathered at … Read more
Freshwater talks water to Rotary EcoClub
[quote]“Rotary is so well-connected that we have resources to participate in important actions on a community level with respect to the environment. WE choose who and what we get to … Read more
Beginning anew
I’m just beginning my third week at Freshwater, and I’m so excited for the “fresh” start at Freshwater. It’s an impressive organization, born 50 years ago by visionary Dick Gray … Read more
Freshwater and Water bar gather water stories
by Deirdre Coleman, program coordinator Master Water Stewards are gathering in circles this holiday season to share their water stories at the Water Bar & Public Studio (#Hygge). Freshwater is … Read more
Freshwater recharge is focus for upcoming session
by Steve Woods and Carrie Jennings The 2019 legislative session will find Freshwater out front advocating for a two-year study to inform safe and economic approaches to groundwater recharge. In … Read more
Distracted by squirrels
by Steve Woods, executive director Distractions. The movie “Up” has a wonderful recurring joke where the entire cast of dogs is distracted by someone yelling “squirrel!”. It also happens to … Read more
McKnight Foundation awards $200,000 grant
by Mary Salisbury, development officer The McKnight Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for present and future generations. They’ve been a long-time grantor to Freshwater, investing in … Read more
Weatherguides: Minnesota's favorite calendar for more than 40 years!
by Connie Lanphear, communications and program manager The calendars you know and love are ready to ship! Get yourself a copy and buy some extra copies to give away. This … Read more
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