For MNTU, the goal of using toewood is not just to “hold the bank”. It’s to restore function, including banks that resist erosion, channels that can move a little without failing, and cover habitat that supports abundant fish and invertebrates
July is the heart of field season when it comes to carrying out stream restoration work across the state. Tackling riparian invasives, removing barriers to fish passage, scoping future projects, maintaining tree plantings, and implementing large scale instream habitat improvements - the staff, members, volunteers, and contractors of MNTU have...
WHERE At the North Lot of the Miesville Ravine Park, where Trout Brook is located. 2 major restoration projects have been completed here by MNTU and Dakota Parks. WHAT WILL WE BE DOING Working with Dakota Parks staff & staff from the firm that designed & engineered the restoration work. We...
Join us in planting 45 trees along Cedar Valley Creek. Bring spade, gloves, water, and sunscreen. Don’t forget to bring your rod if you want to fish after! All are welcome. When: Thursday May 16, 3-6 Saturday May 19, 9-12 (if needed) Where: Briggs Outdoors, 27171 County Rd 9, Winona, MN 55987 Please RSVP...
Join us in planting 45 trees along Cedar Valley Creek. Bring spade, gloves, water, and sunscreen. Don’t forget to bring your rod if you want to fish after! All are welcome. When: Thursday May 16, 3-6 Saturday May 19, 9-12 (if needed) Where: Briggs Outdoors, 27171 County Rd 9, Winona, MN 55987 Please RSVP...
This event is part of TCTU's Vermillion River Initiative-a focus on protecting and enhancing this cold water stream so near to the Twin Cities! Join us as we help the DNR continue to restore the Vermillion River & this AMA for wildlife! We will be: -Removing buckthorn, other invasive species and boxelders -Dragging and...
This event is part of TCTU's Vermillion River Initiative-a focus on protecting and enhancing this cold water stream so near to the Twin Cities! Join us as we help the DNR improve the Vermillion and this AMA for wildlife and anglers. We will be: -Removing buckthorn, honeysuckle and other invasive species -Pulling debris out...
Eagle Creek in Savage is the closest "fishable" trout stream to downtown Minneapolis. It is a beautiful spring-fed creek flowing into the Minnesota River, and supports a naturally-reproducing population of brook and brown trout, including some trophies. The Twin Cities Chapter of TU have conducted extensive work to protect and restore...
Eagle Creek in Savage is the closest "fishable" trout stream to downtown Minneapolis. It is a beautiful spring-fed creek flowing into the Minnesota River, and supports a naturally-reproducing population of brook and brown trout, including some trophies. The Twin Cities Chapter of TU have conducted extensive work to protect and restore...
