We’d like to extend a huge thank you to Mark Schwantes for his dedication and care in helping keep downtown Stillwater beautiful and litter-free. For years, Mark volunteered his time and energy to empty the cigarette butt containers and clean up litter around them—ensuring sidewalks, streets, and storm drains stayed clear of toxic debris that could otherwise end up in our beloved St. Croix River.

Celebrating local species, local artists, and the local heroes protecting them.

Here in Stillwater, we don’t have glaciers in our backyard, but we are deeply connected to the consequences of their disappearance.

Learn how Catherine Coleman Flowers is fighting for rural environmental justice by addressing sanitation crises in underserved communities.

Dive into the world of Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, a marine biologist who’s reshaping climate policy and championing ocean justice.

Discover the science and strategies behind Long Lake’s health—watch the Browns Creek Watershed District’s expert-led presentation!

Visit the Minnesota Lead Inventory Tracking Tool today to learn more about your service line and take a step toward protecting your water.

We're seeking volunteers to help distribute Adopt-a-Drain door hangers and flyers about smart salt use around Long Lake this month.

Reduce chloride pollution, safeguard aquatic life, and keep our water clean by following simple snow and ice management tips.