The blog discusses the importance of healthy soil in the Cannon River Watershed, highlighting its role in supporting ecosystems, filtering water, and storing carbon. Healthy soil boosts plant growth and mitigates pollution, while degraded soil threatens water quality.

Whether you've helped clean rivers, planted native plants, used cover crops, explored wildlife areas, or enjoyed paddling, we love that you care about clean water and want your leadership skills on our board of directors to help steer our organization!

Communities across the state are embracing solutions such as replacing or modifying low-head dams into Rock Arch Rapids. This nature-inspired fish passage design allows fish to swim freely, resembling the flowing stream riffles they thrive in.

During harsh Minnesota winters, we rely on salt to keep roads and sidewalks safe, but using too much can harm our local lakes and streams. High levels of salt can threaten aquatic life and disrupt ecosystems. To help, shovel snow often, use salt sparingly, and sweep up any leftover salt. Your efforts can make a big difference!

As fall brings fallen leaves and rain, it's essential to recognize that improper disposal can lead to significant pollution in our rivers and lakes, particularly from phosphorus that fuels harmful algae growth. To help, consider shredding leaves for compost or delivering them to municipal sites, and ensure proper disposal of other pollutants like oil and paint to keep our waterways clean.

Clean River Partners, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and improving the health of the Cannon River Watershed, is thrilled to announce that it received a $2,500 grant from the Red Wing Shoe Company Foundation. This grant funding will support their ongoing efforts to promote clean water initiatives in Southeast Minnesota.