Project RED Training
Join Wild Rivers Conservancy and Polk County Land and Water Resources Department for a free invasive species monitoring program!
Project RED (Riverine Early Detectors) is a FREE monitoring program in partnership with UW Extension designed to train and empower citizens to identify and report invasive species within river corridors statewide.
Wild Rivers Conservancy and Polk County will teach you how to:
- Monitor your river by canoe, kayak, or on foot for species of concern.
- Choose locations and a monitoring schedule that are convenient to you.
- Utilize online data management tools to report your findings.
The protocols are easy and fun! Attend this program to become more familiar with your river or stream and to engage your friends and neighbors.
Meet Your Event Staff
Where to Meet
Participants will meet at the St. Croix Falls Public Library for the presentation portion of the event. Participants will then drive to Franconia landing and park their cars there, where they will then be shuttled to Minnesota Interstate State Park for the paddle portion of the event.
There are bathrooms at the St. Croix Falls public library and at Minnesota Interstate State Park.
River Stretch
River Stretch: MN Interstate – Franconia Landing
Paddle Length: 2.2 miles
Paddle Difficulty: Good for beginners
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Polarized sunglasses
- Adequate water
- Clothing that correlates to weather conditions (layers are best)
Cancellation Policy
For the safety of participants and staff, the paddle portion of this program may be canceled due to inclement weather or hazardous conditions.
Refund Policy
There are no refunds for participant-initiated cancellations.