AIS Detectors
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Detectors is a University of Minnesota program that aims to help protect Minnesota’s life at the lake by empowering community members through its volunteer programs, events, […]
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Detectors is a University of Minnesota program that aims to help protect Minnesota’s life at the lake by empowering community members through its volunteer programs, events, […]
Flowering rush is an aquatic invasive plant that favors shallow water habitats and shorelines. The population in Forest Lake is the only known population in Minnesota that can spread by
The District considers cost-benefit when deciding which project to implement; not all potential projects are necessarily good investments. Calculating Cost-Benefit The District evaluates the cost-benefit of every project it undertakes.
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Model shorelines are exemplary shorelines that are left in, or restored to, a natural state. Natural shorelines help filter out pollutants like phosphorous, nitrogen, and chloride while preventing erosion and
Native shorelines provide critical habitat for wildlife while intercepting and filtering stormwater runoff. Adding trees to native shorelines increases the ecological benefits exponentially. How can trees help my shoreline? Trees
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Native plant diversity in your landscape creates refuge for birds, pollinators, fish, and other beneficial wildlife. Maintaining a healthy landscape gives aesthetic and monetary benefits beyond wildlife to your neighbors,
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Citizen science provides residents with the opportunity to get involved in the protection and management of their local resources. The CLFLWD offers a variety of citizen science opportunities within the
Water monitoring is a crucial aspect of the District’s adaptive management approach. Diagnostic monitoring is a specific type of water monitoring that focuses on locating contaminate sources across the watershed.
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Excess nutrients and algae blooms are major threats to the health of our lakes and streams. With the District’s adaptive management strategy, all seven of the impaired waterbodies within our
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In order to implement critical projects, the District secures funding through a variety of grant opportunities and other partnerships. Funding Sources Obtaining outside funding from federal, state and local agencies