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Conserving our Wild & Scenic Rivers - The St. Croix & Namekagon

Wild Rivers Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of the St.

Croix National Scenic Riverway.

05/27/2026

☕ Do you love drinking water, or coffee? We thought so! You are the perfect candidate to own a cool new Wild Rivers Conservancy 16oz tumbler.

We have a selection of retail goods for supporters who love showing off their love for the Riverway. The catch is, we are only selling at a handful of our in-person events. Stop by Rustic Roots Winery tomorrow night to pick something up, Thursday 5/28, from 4 -7 PM, for our community give back night.

Simply mention you’re there for us, and $1 from every glass of wine, beer, or cider purchased will be donated to help protect the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers.

05/26/2026

Learn the basics of fishing with us this summer!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Or want your kids to learn but you don’t have the gear? Let Wild Rivers Conservancy bring the fishing to you!

With help from the National Park Foundation, we’ll have everything your family needs to catch your first fish. Learn fishing basics such as equipment use, fish species identification, fishing regulations & ethics. You’ll even get to try out some Junior Ranger Angler activities.

Sign up here: https://wildriversconservancy.org/events

🐟 Lily Lake Park | Stillwater, MN
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM

🐟 Silver Lake Beach | North St. Paul, MN
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM

🐟 Beach Park | Lindstrom, MN
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM

🐟 Veterans Memorial Park | Spooner, WI
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM

🐟 Lake Elmo Park Reserve | Lake Elmo, MN
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM

05/24/2026

Come enjoy a glass of wine, cider, or beer for a good cause.

Join us at Rustic Roots Winery on Thursday, May 28th, for a special Give Back Night in support of the Conservancy.

Simply mention you’re there for us, and $1 from every glass of wine, beer, or cider purchased will be donated to help protect the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers. Bring your friends and come enjoy a relaxed evening in an a beautiful setting.

📍Rustic Roots Winery (20168 St Croix Trail N, Scandia, MN 55073)
🗓️ May 28, 2026 | 4pm-7pm

05/21/2026

Do all flies float? Do you need to know special knots? Can you catch other fish besides trout with a fly rod?

Let Wild Rivers Conservancy and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway reveal the mysteries of fly fishing to you!

By the end of this dry land course, you’ll have all the knowledge you’ll need to catch your first fish on the fly. Thanks to a grant from the National Park Foundation, we will provide all the necessary equipment and teach you the basics such as knot tying, fly casting, wading safety, fish species identification, regulations & ethics. All you need to bring is a positive attitude, weather-appropriate clothing and water bottle.

🐟 RSVP here: https://wildriversconservancy.org/events-experiences/event-calendar/?filter=experiences

Lions Park [SOLD OUT]
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Lakefront Park [SOLD OUT]
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Hayward City Beach
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Pioneer Park
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Osceola Landing
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM

05/19/2026

Did you know that zebra mussels begin their life cycle in a larval form called a veliger, which are free-floating in the water column and invisible to the naked eye?

“Always remember to Clean, Drain, Dry, and Dispose!” Many of us have heard this phrase often, likely at the boat launch before a day on the water.

What most folks don’t know is that the importance of the message lies within the reasoning behind each of these important steps. Read on our blog to learn about the ‘why’ behind these critical actions and be sure to follow these steps to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the St. Croix watershed this open water season.

📖 Read more on the blog: https://wildriversconservancy.org/2026/05/clean-drain-dry/

📸 Zebra Mussel Veliger | Photo Credit: EcoAnalysts, Inc

05/13/2026

We are lucky to have a great team of environmental educators and our partners at the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway who make our joint Wild River Journey programing a success.

05/09/2026

Did you know the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is designated as an Important Bird Area?(IBA) Whether you like to explore on land or on water we have two great upcoming events for you to form a deeper connection with the Riverway and the creatures that rely on it.

🪶
Wild Wanderers: Birding Hike
Wind in the Pines Nature Park | Scandia, MN
Saturday, May 23 • 10 AM - 12 PM

🎵🛶
Birding By Sound on the St. Croix Paddle
Osceola Landing | Shafer, MN
Saturday, May 30 • 10 AM - 4 PM

🌟 Get tickets to upcoming events here: https://wildriversconservancy.org/events-experiences/event-calendar/?filter=experiences

05/08/2026

The great tradition of the Minnesota Fishing Opener is right around the corner, and this year Stillwater, Minnesota and the St. Croix River is host to the celebrations!

🗓️ Schedule of Events:

🔵 Friday May 8th
The Fishing Opener Community Celebration in downtown Stillwater on from 3-10pm!

📍Lowell Park | Stillwater, MN
FREE event features 2 food trucks, pull tabs, and a cash bar.

🚐 Our mobile visitor experience, EDDY (Education & Discovery Delivered to You) will be there from 3-8 pm

🎵Live Music Line Up:
5:15pm: Stardust
6:30pm: Colin Bracewell
7:30pm: Private Oates

🔵 Saturday, May 9th
Wild Rivers Conservancy Staff and Board will be participating as a host boat! We will be joining in on the fishing fun, with guides, community partners, and local and state politicians. This will be a great opportunity for our staff to connect with decision makers over what makes the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway so special, with the added bonus of reeling in a few fish.

If you a new to fishing, we have two great programs to help you learn what you need to get out on the water this summer! These events are FREE - we will provide all the knowledge and gear, you only have to come excited to learn.

🐟 Check out and register for our "Let's Go Fishing" and "Fly Fishing 101" events on our website: https://wildriversconservancy.org/events-experiences/event-calendar/

05/07/2026

We are still buzzing from Wild Rivers Fest this past Saturday. This community event brought together nonprofit partners, local outfitters, and recreation leaders to showcase thew wonderful opportunities available to us within and surrounding the St. Croix Valley. We brought together over 300 attendees, and raised funds to continue our mission for the Riverway, and together with our partners the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway introduced our new program "EDDY" to the community!

To learn more about EDDY (Education & Discovery Delivered to You) and where to find it next, head over to https://ow.ly/gZV950YW87v

🎵Thank you to music sponsor Royal Credit Union, and to Will Hale, Ben Aaron, and HamDog for providing the energy with your tunes.

Thank you to venue sponsor 45th Parallel Distillery for providing the perfect space for us to get together and celebrate.

📸 View the full photo gallery: https://gallery.zoeyatesphoto.com/CPobYPRWgJgXR

🌟Special thank you to Zoe Yates Photography for capturing our day.

05/05/2026

Now hiring! We are beginning our search for a Natural Resources Manager. This role has the opportunity to make lasting impact for the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway.
After an accomplished career in conservation, our Natural Resources Manager Marc White, has announced his plans for retirement.

🗒️Position overview:
The Natural Resources Manager provides strategic leadership and implementation of the Conservancy’s efforts to protect, restore, and enhance the natural resources of the St. Croix River watershed. Central to this role is a deep, collaborative partnership with the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, working in close alignment to advance shared conservation priorities and stewardship outcomes.

As an integral member of the Conservancy leadership team, the Natural Resources Manager works closely with the Executive Director to align natural resource strategies with organizational priorities. This position serves as a key external representative of the Conservancy, strengthening relationships with the Riverway, agency partners, local governments, landowners, and community stakeholders across the watershed.

➡️ Details on how to apply and the full position description can be found here:
https://wildriversconservancy.org/careers/

🗓️ Applications are due by Sunday, May 17th or until the position is filled.

Address

1015 North Cascade Street
Osceola, WI
54020

Telephone

+17154833300

Website

http://wildriversconservancy.org/

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