On August 10th, over 600 cyclists gathered in Stillwater for the Bridge the Valley Bike Rally, enjoying scenic routes through the St. Croix Valley. Sustainable Stillwater MN celebrated the city’s commitment to being a Bike Friendly City and connected with riders at our booth to share safety tips and sustainability initiatives. It was a day of community, cycling, and environmental pride.

Help us make Mission: Possible – An Evening of Climate Action, our biggest fundraiser of the year, an unforgettable success! On Thursday, October 30th, we’ll gather at the beautiful JX Center in Stillwater for a night of inspiration, community, and commitment to a greener future. But to pull off this incredible evening, we need your help.

At Night to Unite 2025, Sustainable Stillwater MN connected with residents of all ages to share simple, meaningful ways to protect our environment. From solar panels to milkweed seeds, neighbors showed how small steps can lead to big change.

Do you know someone turning environmental commitment into real-world impact? A local business, educator, nonprofit, or everyday citizen making a difference? It’s time to recognize their efforts. We are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Sustainability Leadership Award, to be presented at our Mission: Possible gala on October 30, 2025. Deadline to nominate: August 31, 2025

At our July 16th Plant a Seed Meet-Up, we explored how two local businesses—Establish Salon and Lake Elmo Inn—are leading the way in sustainability through clean products, creative composting, and community connection. From stylish recycling bins to bootlegging tales and Reuben Truffles, it was an evening full of inspiration and impact!

You're invited to Mission: Possible – A Night of Climate Action, Sustainable Stillwater MN’s fourth annual fundraiser! Join us October 30 for an inspiring evening featuring keynote speaker Dr. Jonathan Foley, a silent auction, and community celebration. Your support makes our mission possible!

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, volunteers from across the Stillwater area gathered under cloudy skies—but thankfully dry weather!—to make a difference for our local ecosystem at the Green River Greening Lumberjack Landing restoration event. The event was a collaborative effort between Bird City Stillwater, the City of Stillwater, and Great River Greening.

Calling all nature lovers, birdwatchers, families, and curious minds! You’re invited to the Browns Creek Community Event & Bird Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Browns Creek Park (8312 Neal Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082) for a fun and educational morning celebrating the incredible world of birds and the vital role they play in our shared ecosystems.

On a gorgeous spring day with a cool breeze and clear blue skies, almost 500 community members gathered at Pioneer Park in Stillwater, MN for the 3rd Annual Valley Eco Fair — and what a celebration it was!

Spring is here, and that means it’s time to get those bikes ready! Sign up to volunteer & mark your calendars.

With 141 attendees packed into the room, all eyes were on biologist Jackie Fallon as she delivered an entertaining presentation on raptors.

What do you get when you mix 80 eager bird lovers, a top-notch guide, and a whole lot of bird talk?

The 3rd Annual Valley Eco Fair is happening on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 AM to 2 PM at Pioneer Park in Stillwater, MN.

From organizing impactful events to fostering meaningful partnerships, Ami ensures sustainability benefits everyone.

This video captures the heart of the Eco-Fashion Show: young people using their creativity to promote sustainability.

Bring the whole family and join us and the MPCA for an exciting Climate Experience at the upcoming DaVinci Fest.

Explore Colleen Redmond's powerful talk on balancing eco-grief with eco-hope, shared at Sustainable Stillwater MN.

Meet the winners of Sustainable Stillwater MN's 2024 Green Champions of the Year and what makes them so special.

Bird Fest 2024 - A success despite rain and hail! Held at Browns Creek Park, the event brought nature lovers together to celebrate birds.

Join us at Sustainability Works! 2024 as we welcome keynote speaker Colleen Redmond, a dynamic leader in climate education.