FMR | Volunteer Events

Alas, we’ve heard that many river-lovers have become afflicted with some high-grade spring fever. As the snow retreats, you’re itching to do it all: Get outside and pick up that annoying litter. Install a native garden, rain barrel or permeable pavers — or all of them! — in your yard. Learn everything you can about the most important issues facing the river today. Plant trees, learn to identify and remove invasive species for the waters and wildlife we love. And to this, we not-so-humbly say: Bring it on! Now introducing the FMR Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Guide to our spring 2013 activities for you and yours. Read more…

Join the Pledge to Pull at Crosby Park! [FULL]

Learn about the ephemerals patch at Crosby Park, and help it survive by removing the invasive species garlic mustard. After the training and kick-off event, volunteers wll be certified garlic-mustard removers and can return to the area to volunteer with friends and family on their own time.

Raingarden Shrub Planting [FULL]

Help improve wildlife habitat and water quality by planting a raingarden near a newly renovated area of Crosby Park.

Ready, set: restore!

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FMR stewardship volunteers are always ready to get their hands dirty in the name of local water quality and wildlife habitat. Read more…

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Garlic Mustard Removal & Pledge to Pull Training at Pine Bend [Rescheduled]

In addition to stunning river valley views, Pine Bend SNA provides vital habitat for many birds who rely on the Mississippi River flyway. Come join this award-winning regional restoration project! Participating volunteers will also be offered the opportunity (optional) to return to this protected area to complete additional restoration work on their own or with friends and family.

Save the date: FMR Earth Day cleanups April 20!

Please save the date and help us spread the word about FMR’s 2013 Earth Day cleanups! We have three of them, all scheduled for the morning of Saturday, April 20th. There are two in Minneapolis — at the oak savanna and maple basswood forests in the Mississippi River Gorge — and one in Lakeville, along the banks of South Creek (Vermillion River). They’re a great way to make a difference and learn more about our stewardship programs. All supplies are provided, including lunch! Read more…

South Creek, Vermillion Stewards Earth Day Event CELEBRATION IS ON - CLEANUP CANCELED

Grab your waders or just your tennis shoes and join us along South Creek for this annual Earth Day cleanup. All supplies, lunch included, provided!

Survey says: 2012 a banner year for FMR volunteers

In 2012, over 2,750 volunteers pitched in at 75+ hands-on FMR events. And whether collecting seeds, hauling boats, or picking up litter, they truly enjoyed themselves while making a difference. Read more…