Rooted in Community

As we conclude our tree planting season, Marielle, the Forestry Program Coordinator for Mississippi Park Connections, reflects on the final tree planting event of the year.

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10-years of the Coldwater Crew

Discover the collaborative initiatives and partnerships that have played a vital role in preserving this natural water source in Minnesota. Read about the efforts to protect and restore the area, underscoring its cultural significance to Native American communities and its broader impact on environmental conservation.

NPS Volunteers-In-Parks Program Turns 50!

The 50th anniversary of the National Park Service Volunteers-In-Parks program has been a year that reaffirmed just how much park programs rely on volunteer support.

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Diving for Hidden Treasure: Mussel Surveys in the Mississippi River

The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area is home to nearly 30 native species of freshwater mussel, many of which are on the state and federal endangered lists.

Monarch Monitoring in MISS

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Featured Site: Grey Cloud Dunes SNA

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5 Reasons to Become a Volunteer Crew Leader

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