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SSMN NEWS AND MORE

Aug 22
3 min

Demonstration Rain Garden at 510 Owens Street South

Discover the transformation of the rain garden at 510 Owens Street S project that revitalizes native plants and supports local wildlife.

Aug 21
1 min

Volunteers Gather to Maintain Bird-Friendly Garden at Browns Creek Park

Multiple community volunteers gathered to maintain the Bird-Friendly Native Prairie Garden at Browns Creek Park.

Aug 20
2 min

162 Scout Troop Rain Garden Weeding and Mulch-Spreading Workday | July 20th

On July 20, 2024, Troop 162 dedicated their time to maintaining their rain gardens despite a camping weekend.

Aug 13
5 min

2024 U.S. Presidential Race: A Comparative Overview of Nominees

Here’s a balanced summary of the key positions held by the Democratic and Republican nominees and their running mates for 2024.

Aug 1
8 min

Work Area Update August 2024

SSMN is making strides across all areas - These combined efforts aim to build a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive community.

Jul 22
1 min

New Volunteers Bring Beauty and Care to Rain Gardens

June 2024 has been an exciting time for our Rain Garden Workgroup, as we continue to gain new volunteers to revitalize rain gardens.

Jul 16
1 min

Volunteer Request for Bird City Stillwater Workgroup (Summer 2024)

Looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with the maintenance of our small pollinator/bird garden at Browns Creek Park.

Jul 9
2 min

Troop 132 Joins SSMN in Rain Garden Restoration Efforts - June 19, 2024

Troop 132 and SSMN joined forces to restore a rain garden and educate local youth about environmental stewardship.

Jun 19
1 min

Scout Troop 162 Rain Garden Clean-Up Day - June 1st, 2024

Scout Troop 162 transforms rain gardens with skill and dedication on June 1, exemplifying environmental stewardship and community service.

Jun 5
2 min

Battling Invasives: A Successful Garlic Mustard Pull Event

Fighting against invasive species and learn how a small group of dedicated volunteers made a big impact at our recent Garlic Mustard Pull.

May 20
2 min

Recap of the Long Lake Bird Habitat Planting Party

Celebrating a successful Long Lake Bird Habitat Planting Party, where volunteers planted 300 native trees and shrubs.

May 16
2 min

Reflecting on a Day of Rain Garden Revival in Stillwater

We reflect on a day of community-driven rain garden restoration, where volunteers in Stillwater united to nurture nature's green spaces.

May 15
2 min

The Fight Over the Future of Plastics: A Global Debate

Discover how the global debate on plastics intersects with local concerns in Stillwater, Minnesota.

May 8
1 min

Update on Bird City Stillwater's Bluebird Initiative

A dedicated bluebird team recently installed Gilbertson-style Bluebird nest boxes at Lily Lake Park.

Mar 27
1 min

"What's That Plant?" Event 2024: A Natural Discovery Along Brown's Creek Trail

Unleash your curiosity and explore the wonders of nature along Brown's Creek Trail with our "What's That Plant?" event.

Mar 25
2 min

Exciting Announcement: Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater Workgroup Receives Habitat Grant!

Bird City Stillwater workgroup has been awarded a habitat grant of $1000 from Tropical Wings

Feb 8
2 min

Unveiling Discrepancies in Air Pollution Measurement of Petrochemical Emissions

New research uncovers shocking gaps in reporting petrochemical emissions, revealing a climate impact 64 times higher than estimates.

Dec 19, 2023
4 min

SSMN Work Area: Achievements of 2023 and Aspirations for 2024

SSMN is proud to share the achievements of our hardworking volunteer workgroups and unveil their ambitious goals for 2024.

Dec 7, 2023
2 min

A Closer Look at Rain Gardens and Their Impact

The Rain Garden Workgroup is transforming the town's landscape, fostering both beauty and biodiversity in over 400 green spaces.

Dec 5, 2023
3 min

Addressing Chloride Challenges in Stillwater

Local chloride challenges are on the rise, and Stillwater faces both immediate and long-term impacts.