Conservation

Conservation Minnesota is a statewide organization with the goal of solving environmental problems throughout the state. Its footprint distinguishes the organization from other environmental groups, Brown stated, particularly because of its outreach in Greater Minnesota.

Forest Researcher Rob Venette joins the morning show to discuss the effects of cold weather on invasive species.

Back to Basics is a sustainable living event in Pine River MN sponsored by Happy Dancing Turtle on Saturday, February 11th.

The Northland Arboretum is a member-supported non-profit organization that encompasses over 400 acres in the heart of Brainerd/Baxter, Minnesota.

This interview is one in a series of Conservation Conversations aired monthly on KAXE/KBXE. The series, which is produced by our partners at Northern Waters Land Trust, features local conservation organizations. This month's Conservation Conversation is all about the Mississippi Headwaters Habitat Corridor Program. Heidi is joined by Paula West, the program coordinator, and Dave Parent, a program participant.

Scott and John discuss dam removals with Luther Aadland, a long-time expert in river restoration. Their conversation covers impacts on biodiversity, wild rice habitat, human safety, and more.

KAXE's Tuesday Morning Show strives to take an in-depth look at some natural resource-based issues important to our region. Producer Mark Jacobs and hosts Heidi Holtan and John Latimer hope to discuss not only the problems but also highlight some creative solutions.

John Latimer and Scott Hall discuss the western prairie fringed orchid with field botanist Donna Spathe.

We learn what causes blue-green algae and why you should care with Duluth's Natural Resources Research Institute's limnologist, Dr. Chris Filstrup.

This interview is one in a series of conservation conversations aired monthly on KAXE/KBXE. This month's Conservation Conversation concerned the cooperation of community organizations: namely, how the Northern Waters Land Trust works alongside county soil and water conservation districts (SWCD) to protect Northern Minnesota's valuable natural resources.