Posts by Sophia Patane
Learning with the Land
The Wild Rivers Conservancy contributed $40,000 to the city of Lakeland’s efforts in Sally Arneson’s neighborhood to stop stormwater erosion and plant native vegetation, all as part of a larger…
Read MoreProtecting Our Oaks: A Woodland Owner Webinar Recap
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘oak’? For me, the name is synonymous with a sense of security—every house I have lived in has had an…
Read MoreSupport of the Village of Osceola Exercising Extraterritorial Zoning for Mine
The Wild Rivers Conservancy has been following the possible expansion of the old Rybak Mine, now owned by North 40 Resources in Farmington Township near Osceola, Wisconsin. We feel it…
Read MoreEternity in an Hour
Everyone has something memorable about their commute to work. Whether it’s a landmark passed during the drive, or having to gently move a cat off an office chair when working…
Read MoreListening and Learning Together: A Message from Our Executive Director, Deb Ryun
Dear River Friends, I write to you today with a heavy heart. The stress we all feel from the coronavirus was enough, but witnessing George Floyd’s death has left so…
Read MoreKnow Before You Boat: Slowing Down on the Lower St. Croix
Boating on the St. Croix River offers opportunities for creating great memories and enjoying the unforgettable beauty of our National Scenic Riverway. At times like these, getting out onto the…
Read MoreA Spirit of Collaboration: The Partnership of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and the Wild Rivers Conservancy
It’s no secret that big tasks are made easier with the help of friends, and the management and protection of national parks is no exception. On this Friendship Friday of…
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