Imagine a warm sunny day, with clear blue skies, peace and quiet while overlooking the magnificent Mississippi River. What more could anyone seeking a quiet spot in an urban setting ask for? At first, … [Read more...]
About the Mississippi River Bluff Restoration Project
by Cindy Schwie Imagine a warm sunny day, with clear blue skies, peace and quiet while overlooking the magnificent Mississippi River. What more could anyone seeking a quiet spot in an urban setting … [Read more...]
Why Remove Buckthorn?
by Cindy Schwie Exotic species of plants, like buckthorn, are taking over the bluff and crowding out native species. This lack of plant diversity is hurting the wildlife habitat on the bluff and the … [Read more...]
Buckthorn Removal Guide
Common buckthorn, glossy (columnar), and fernleaf buckthorn are now on the noxious weed list in Minnesota. What this means is that they will no longer be sold and cannot be transported in … [Read more...]
Prescribed Woodland Burns
What's the difference between a prescribed burn and a wildfire? A prescribed burn is one that is carefully planned by trained professionals. Everything from wind direction and speed, temperature, … [Read more...]
Replace Buckthorn with Native Shrubs
(Please note: Suggestions are for Minnesota. If you live elsewhere, check with a local nursery for native shrub suggestions in your area) VARIETY HEIGHT SPREAD LOCATION SHAPE FOLIAGE FALL … [Read more...]
Bedrock Geology
Are you wondering about bedrock geology on the river bluff? Here's the Ramsey County Bedrock Map. Scroll down for the Metropolitan Area Bedrock Map. Ramsey County Bedrock Map Decorah Shale - … [Read more...]
More Information on Exotic Plants
Invasive Species F.A.Q. (http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/faq.html) Invasive Species Links (http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/terrestrialplants/index.html) Buckthorn fact sheet … [Read more...]
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