Forever Wild: Get Wild for Your Rivers!
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 5:00-8:00 PM | Rustic Roots Winery
EAT. DRINK. CELEBRATE. GIVE.
You’re not going to want to miss this FUNdraising party for our park!
Bid on exciting live auction items and raise your paddle to support our wild & scenic rivers.
Join Wild Rivers Conservancy on Friday, September 18th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for an annual fall celebration at Rustic Roots Winery. Surrounded by stunning views, you’ll enjoy a catered dinner and local wine by Rustic Roots Winery.
The Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and your gift helps raise the critical funds needed to support the Conservancy’s important mission to inspire stewardship to forever ensure the rare ecological integrity of the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway.
Keynote Speaker
Greg Seitz | Founder St. Croix 360, Author
With artful prose, a strong sense of place, and attention to detail, Greg Seitz shares stories that inspire and inform environmental stewardship and cultural connectivity.
St. Croix shares river stories to inspire stewardship. Founded in 2011 and based along the lower river, we strive to report from throughout the 7,700-square mile watershed in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Event Details
Event Schedule
5:00 PM – Cocktail hour & socialize
6:00 PM – Keynote speaker (TBA), live auction, and fund-a-need
6:45 PM – Dinner
7:30 PM – Silent auction item pick-up and check-out
Fine Dining By Lake Elmo Inn
Dine with old and new friends and enjoy exquisite catering by the renowned Lake Elmo Inn.
Entree choices include:
- Braised Short Ribs (GF)
- Champagne Chicken (GF)
- Miso Sake Portabella (Vegan)
Picturesque Rustic Roots Winery
Conveniently located about 15 minutes north of Stillwater on scenic Hwy 95.
Once you’ve reached the end of the drive, follow the signs for parking. The majority of the lots and paths are paved and accessible.
20168 St Croix Trail N
Scandia, MN 55073
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