Habitat Archives | Minnesota Trout Unlimited

Sharing our work with people who make it possible

In June, we had the privilege of getting to share one of our favorite stream projects.

By Andee Erickson - MNTU Communications Director on July 15, 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

Restoring a healthier stream: Your questions answered about the South Creek project

Minnesota Trout Unlimited is working to restore a 3,700-foot section of South Creek in Farmington.

By Jennifer Biederman - MNTU Habitat Director on July 2, 2026

Should anglers rethink catch and release in southeast Minnesota?

For many Trout Unlimited members, catch and release is less about management regulations and more about an ethos, or a conservation-minded culture.

By Jennifer Biederman - MNTU Habitat Director on June 15, 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

Construction for Eagle Creek restoration begins in May

Minnesota Trout Unlimited will begin a major habitat improvement project on Eagle Creek, one of the most unique and historically significant trout streams in the Twin Cities metro area.

By Jennifer Biederman - MNTU Habitat Director on May 11, 2026

South Creek project kicks off

Minnesota Trout Unlimited and partners kicked off the design of a major habitat improvement project on South Creek.

By Jennifer Biederman - MNTU Habitat Director on April 3, 2026

Restoring riparian forests for North Shore coldwater fisheries

Minnesota Trout Unlimited is undertaking a critical planting project to restore healthy forests within riparian corridors along the high-quality cold-water rivers of Lake Superior’s North Shore.

By Jennifer Biederman - MNTU Habitat Director on March 20, 2026