Minnesota Trout Unlimited, Author at Minnesota Trout Unlimited

As Hermantown data center plans move forward, here’s what we know

It's still unclear how much the proposed development could change groundwater recharge to nearby trout streams.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on August 11, 2026

We spoke up on neonicotinoids, the insecticides impairing our waters

Minnesota Trout Unlimited submitted comments to Minnesota Department of Agriculture urging stronger regulation of neonicotinoid-treated crop seeds to protect Minnesota's trout streams, groundwater and aquatic ecosystems.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on August 11, 2026

Passing down heritage through our Foster the Outdoors mentorship program

Learning to fish is easier when someone shows you the way. Minnesota Trout Unlimited's Foster the Outdoors mentorship program connects young people with volunteer mentors who share their knowledge of fishing and love of the outdoors.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on August 10, 2026

Call to action: Speak up for Minnesota streams during neonics comment period

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is accepting public comments on whether the state’s current rules adequately protect our natural resources from the contamination of neonicotinoid-treated seeds.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on July 14, 2026

Volunteer spotlight: Twin Cities chapter tackles wild parsnip along trout streams

At first glance, it's easy to mistake wild parsnip for just another prairie wildflower. By mid-June, its broad clusters of bright yellow blooms catch the summer sun and stand shoulder high along roadsides, bike trails and streambanks across much of Minnesota. This flower is one of Minnesota's most problematic invasive...

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on July 14, 2026

The most impactful way to leave a legacy is the simplest

When most people think about leaving a legacy to heirs and charities, they picture their will deciding who gets what someday. But in reality, for most assets—like retirement accounts, life insurance policies and bank accounts—the first and more powerful document is the beneficiary form. That simple form takes precedence over your...

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on July 10, 2026

Your questions answered about the South Branch Root River habitat restoration project

Minnesota Trout Unlimited is partnering to improve habitat, public access and long-term river health along a 3,000-foot section the South Branch Root River.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on May 29, 2026

Action alert: Speak up to protect MNTU’s habitat improvement funding

The Outdoor Heritage Fund bill, which supports Minnesota Trout Unlimited’s habitat improvement projects, is still at a standstill in the state House of Representatives.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on May 11, 2026

Action alert: Funding for habitat restoration is stalled

The Minnesota legislative session ends in two weeks and a few bills that would help safeguard the future of our coldwater fisheries need your help getting across the finish line.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on May 5, 2026

Action alert: Protect robust trout streams near proposed data center in Hermantown

The proposed data center in Hermantown 278-acre sits between West Rocky Run and Adolph Creek - two streams containing some of the coldest water, best habitat and largest trout populations in the entire watershed and larger Duluth area.

By Minnesota Trout Unlimited on April 21, 2026