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SUMMARY:Big Year of Rivers Speaker Series - Mississippi Flyway
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by Sharon Stiteler — The Birdchick \nSharon Stiteler is a local author and bird expert known online and on air as The Birdchick. She worked on the Mississippi River as a park ranger for 13 years doing bird surveys\, documenting the metro heron rookeries and eagle nests and flying over it for fall migratory bird surveys. Even when she lived in Alaska\, she found ways to connect with the river through birds. \nRegistration required 24 hours prior.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/big-year-of-rivers-speaker-series-mississippi-flyway/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
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SUMMARY:Young Birders Club: Waterfowl
DESCRIPTION:The ice is thawing\, and birds are migrating north along the Mississippi River. This is just the right time to be out looking for ducks\, mergansers and other water birds! All materials provided.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/young-birders-club-waterfowl/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260304T195236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T195750Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Back the Herons
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate as we joyfully welcome back the herons\, cormorants\, and egrets that make Minnesota their summer home! After their long migratory journey along the Mississippi River\, these magnificent birds are returning\, heralding the arrival of spring and a season of renewal. \nJoin us for a festive event filled with birdwatching\, engaging talks about the incredible journeys of these majestic birds\, and a walk to the river\, where you’ll have the chance to witness them building their nests at the heron rookery in Northeast Minneapolis. \nWhether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher\, a nature enthusiast\, or simply someone who admires the beauty of the natural world\, this event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Let’s come together to celebrate the herons’ return\, embrace the spirit of community\, and revel in the wonders of nature at the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area\, your national park!
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/welcome-back-the-herons/
LOCATION:Marshall Terrace Park\, 2470 Marshall St. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Park Connection":MAILTO:lmoberg@parkconnection.org
GEO:45.0130884;-93.2720452
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20251219T194400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T194400Z
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SUMMARY:Turtles of the Mississippi River
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of the turtles that call the Mississippi River home. Through careful observation and exploration of one of the places they call home\, discover how their adapted bodies and behaviors help them survive in this riparian habitat.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/turtles-of-the-mississippi-river/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T140000
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CREATED:20251219T194629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T194629Z
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SUMMARY:Free Family Funday - Waterfowl on the River
DESCRIPTION:The ice is thawing\, and birds are migrating north along the Mississippi River. Use binoculars and a spotting scope to look for ducks\, mergansers and other water birds! All materials provided.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/free-family-funday-waterfowl-on-the-river/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T211538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T211538Z
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SUMMARY:Heron Hootenanny
DESCRIPTION:The great blue herons have returned to the Upper Mississippi River! Learn about herons and their lives on a geocaching course\, pretend you’re a great blue heron migrating along the Mississippi Flyway by playing a game. Gain experience using binoculars as you take a walk in search of herons and look for their distinctive blue eggs.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/heron-hootenanny/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260317T175706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T175706Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wander and Wonder Walk
DESCRIPTION:The possibilities for discovery are endless in winter at Mississippi National River and Recreation Area! \nJoin us at Crosby Farm Regional Park where nature’s beauty reveals itself in its serene\, frosty charm. This enchanting stroll will be led by a knowledgeable national park ranger who will guide you through the breathtaking floodplain forest\, showcasing the unique ecology and wildlife that thrive in this winter landscape. \nAs we meander along the peaceful trails\, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the stunning views of the frozen riverbanks and the delicate intricacies of the winter ecosystem. Our ranger will share fascinating insights about the flora and fauna that call this area home as well as the significance of the floodplain. On your adventure\, you may discover coyote tracks\, owl pellets\, or bald eagle nests. \nThis walk is suitable for all ages. When weather allows\, we may travel over snow or a frozen lake. We’ll go up 1.25 miles (approx. 2 km) depending on current trail conditions. Wear sturdy shoes\, bring water to stay hydrated\, and dress warmly as no heating facilities are available. We recommend participants be prepared to travel across snow and/or icy conditions (e.g.\, traction devices\, trekking poles). Don’t forget your sense of wonder as we immerse ourselves in the beauty of winter! \n\nCancellation Policy: Events are rain/snow or shine. Participants must be prepared for expected weather and may be turned away if not for their safety. Up to date information is available by calling the Mississippi River Visitor Center at 651-293-0200 (business hours apply). \n\nImage courtesy of Edwige Moses. All rights reserved.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/winter-wander-and-wonder-walk/
LOCATION:Crosby Farm Regional Park\, 2595 Crosby Farm Rd\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55116\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Park Connection":MAILTO:lmoberg@parkconnection.org
GEO:44.8976674;-93.1673765
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T211807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T211807Z
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SUMMARY:Bike with a Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Pedal along the Mississippi River on the paved trails near the Gateway Center with a naturalist. Make stops to observe what is happening along the path and near the river in early April. Learn how to plan your own bike rides on the regional trails connecting to other Three Rivers Parks. Bikes and helmets provided upon request.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/bike-with-a-naturalist/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T212046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T212046Z
UID:10000158-1776002400-1776006000@sacredwatersharedfuture.org
SUMMARY:Big Year of Rivers Speaker Series - Stories of the Mississippi River Boat Captain
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by Lee Hendrix — pilot and riverboat captain. Learn about the exciting and dangerous work that accompanied a five-decade career of working on America’s river with Lee Hendrix\, pilot and former captain in the US Army Corps of Engineers. Lee piloted commercial towboats and the last three overnight passenger steamboats on the Mississippi — the Delta\, Mississippi and American Queen. Through engaging storytelling\, Hendrix sheds light on his rare experience along one of the most powerful and important waterways in the world. This program is part of the 2026 Big Year of Rivers Speaker Series.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/big-year-of-rivers-speaker-series-stories-of-the-mississippi-river-boat-captain/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260319T153642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T153717Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Musings: Restoration\, Conservation\, & Mending
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of interactive art and science at the MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center\, where we will learn about the impacts of restoration efforts along the Mississippi River. \nFollowing an informative presentation by the director of conservation at Friends of the Mississippi River\, Dr. Alex Roth\, local poet\, Moheb Soliman\, will share his experience with the recent reconstruction of Hall’s Island. \nArtist Kimberly Boustead will lead participants through a collaborative art project consisting of personalized squares depicting a healthy Mississippi River. Participants will learn simple stitches and applique to adorn their squares with botanical dyed stitching and wool elements. \nThis workshop is a collaborative effort between the MWMO; Minneapolis artist\, Kimberly Boustead; and Friends of the Mississippi River.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/mississippi-musings-restoration-conservation-mending/
LOCATION:MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center\, 2522 Marshall Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Watershed Management Organization":MAILTO:contacts@mwmo.org
GEO:45.0138035;-93.2721319
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260331T125910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T125930Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Kickoff and Clean-Up on the Mississippi
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers needed! \nWe’re kicking off the season this year with a clean-up along the Mississippi in Minneapolis\, part of the citywide Earth Day Clean-Up on April 18th. Join us with your own kayak to help! We plan to paddle from Riverfront Park in Fridley down to Boom Island\, picking up trash from the river and along the shore as we go. We had a blast last year and also picked up SO MUCH TRASH! \nIf you don’t have a kayak\, there are opportunities to help on land too. Check the city website for more clean-up info or email us if you’d like to be part of our support crew. \nBags and gloves will be provided. RSVP required to booking@twincitieskayaking.com. Be sure to RSVP so we can arrange cooperative shuttling and carpooling for the paddlers. We hope lots more volunteers can come out and help keep our river clean! \nDon’t forget your pfd and a dry bag with extra clothes just in case of any mishaps.. water is still cold so you’ll want to stay comfortable if you accidentally get wet! In case of bad weather or river conditions\, this event will be cancelled or moved to a walking clean-up instead of paddling. \nKayak trip is approx. 5 miles. To RSVP email booking@twincitieskayaking.com
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/spring-kickoff-and-clean-up-on-the-mississippi/
LOCATION:Riverfront Regional Park\, Public Boat Launch\, Fridley\, MN\, 55421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Twin Cities Kayaking":MAILTO:booking@twincitieskayaking.com
GEO:45.0680441;-93.2804415
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T212259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T212309Z
UID:10000159-1776607200-1776610800@sacredwatersharedfuture.org
SUMMARY:Big Year of Rivers Speaker Series - Minnesota's Bears: Big Rivers\, Big Bears\, Big Time Conservation Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by Andrew Tri\, a research wildlife biologist with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. From an era of persecution to conservation and management\, Minnesota’s black bears are truly a conservation success story. We’ll discuss bear ecology\, management\, conservation\, how to coexist with these amazing critters and why rivers can be corridors for range expansion. This program is part of the 2026 Big Year of Rivers Speaker Series.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/big-year-of-rivers-speaker-series-minnesotas-bears-big-rivers-big-bears-big-time-conservation-story/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T212445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T212445Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own: River Flow 'Temperature' Blanket
DESCRIPTION:Calling all knitters and crocheters! Commemorate the Big Year of Rivers by trying a new twist on a temperature blanket. Instead of using the temperature for each day of the year\, use the Mississippi River’s flow rates. In this class you will visit the river and learn why its flow fluctuates so much and the impact that has on people and world around us. You will be provided with a breakdown of river flow ranges per color\, the data for the year up to date and step-by-step instructions on how to get the daily readings for the remainder of the year. Several different pattern options will be provided to get your creative juices flowing and find a style that suits you.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/make-your-own-river-flow-temperature-blanket/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260408T193421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T193421Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation on the Future of the Mississippi River Gorge
DESCRIPTION:“From Rapids to Reservoirs & Back Again?’ — a presentation by John O. Anfinson\, PhD \nFor the first time since the Twin Cities’ founding\, we have an opportunity to redefine the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. In 2014\, Congress directed the U.S Army Corps of Engineers to permanently close the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock. This ended commercial barge traffic there and at the next two locks and dams downstream: the Lower St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam and Lock and Dam No. 1. Now the Corps wants to leave all three. \nThe Upper St. Anthony Falls Dam will remain\, as Xcel Energy owns most of it\, and removing it would destroy St. Anthony Falls. But we have a choice whether the other two locks and dams remain or come out. We face a choice between two very different worlds\, both different from the world we have known for over 100 years. John will talk about the choice before us and how we can make the best decision\, a 21st century decision. \nSpeaker bio: John O. Anfinson has been researching\, writing\, and speaking about the Mississippi River for over 40 years. He spent the first half of his 40-year federal career with the St. Paul District\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, as District Historian\, Tribal Coordinator\, and Cultural Resources Program Manager. He joined the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area\, a unit of the National Park Service\, in 2000 and retired as Superintendent in 2021. John is the author of The River We Have Wrought and River of History and many articles about the Mississippi River. He holds a Ph.D. in U.S. History from UMN. \nPresented by Highland District Council\, National Parks Conservation Association and St. Paul Parks Conservancy
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/presentation-on-the-future-of-the-mississippi-river-gorge/
LOCATION:Highland Park Community Center\, 1978 Ford Parkway\, MN\, 55116\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks Conservation Association":MAILTO:cgoepfert@ncpa.org
GEO:44.9175517;-93.1830859
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260413T164322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T164322Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Mississippi River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of St. Thomas on Earth Day to clean up litter by the Mississippi River! Feel free to drop by anytime between 3:30-5:30 PM to help out. Look for the table at the entrance of Shadow Falls Park near the intersection of Summit Avenue and Mississippi River Boulevard. Gloves and trash bags are provided. All are welcome to join\, and you can stay for as long or as little as you like.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/earth-day-mississippi-river-cleanup/
LOCATION:Shadow Falls Park\, 30 Mississippi River Blvd. N.\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of St. Thomas":MAILTO:rschauer@stthomas.edu
GEO:44.9424179;-93.1936449
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260319T154021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154021Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime! Ripples Book Launch with author\, Katie Yamasaki
DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day\, celebrate author Katie Yamasaki’s new picture book Ripples with a story time\, kid activities & book signing. \nEarth Day celebration! Join author and muralist Katie Yamasaki as she celebrates the release of her newest picture book\, Ripples! The event will include a short talk from Katie and Michelle Spangler from the Mississippi Watershed sharing tips of what you can do to keep our Mississippi River clean\, along with kid-friendly activities\, and a book signing (with sales from Wild Rumpus Bookstore). \nRipples follows a young girl and her Aunty as they set sail on their river raft\, along the way passing friends and families engaged in caring for one another – sharing food\, tending wounds\, and telling stories – who ultimately join them in cleaning litter and trash from the river. Celebrated artist Katie Yamasaki’s newest picture book is a nuanced\, lyrical celebration of our connections to each other and the environment. With electric\, eye–catching illustrations\, Ripples reminds us of the value of care and the ways we can perform it―for each other\, and for the world around us. \nKatie Yamasaki is an award-winning picture book author/illustrator and muralist. She has painted over 90 walls around the world\, exploring local stories of identity and social justice. Her picture book work explores similar themes for young readers. Her titles include: Shapes\, Lines\, and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey; Dad Bakes; Everything Naomi Loved; When the Cousins Came; God’s Big Plan; Fish for Jimmy; and Place Hand Here.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/storytime-ripples-book-launch-with-author-katie-yamasaki/
LOCATION:MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center\, 2522 Marshall Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55418\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Watershed Management Organization":MAILTO:contacts@mwmo.org
GEO:45.0138035;-93.2721319
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T213053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T213053Z
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SUMMARY:Big Year of Rivers Book Club: This Tender Land
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this two-part program. Read the book This Tender Land and hear local author\, William Kent Krueger\, speak about his book that has characters traveling down the Mississippi River. In the first session\, Three Rivers staff will present the historical and ecological context to the book. The second session will include a short\, small-group discussion followed by a presentation from the author for the book as it relates to the Big Year of Rivers. Participants provide their own book. This program meets on April 23 and June 4.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/big-year-of-rivers-book-club-this-tender-land/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260302T212715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T212715Z
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SUMMARY:Big Year of Rivers: How Dams Affect Rivers
DESCRIPTION:The Coon Rapids Dam has been considered for removal several times since its construction in 1914. Discover the pros and cons of dam removal and factors that affect the fate of dams in our area. Then take a short walk to explore features of the Coon Rapids Dam and learn about the dam’s current role and how it has changed over the years.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/big-year-of-rivers-how-dams-affect-rivers/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260409T151600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T142954Z
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SUMMARY:Saint Paul Citywide Spring Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:The annual litter cleanup extravaganza returns! Join Mississippi Park Connection\, the National Park Service\, and the City of Saint Paul in cleaning up the spaces we love in celebration of Earth Week. \nAttractions include: \n– An opportunity to help out our national park\n– NPS Discovery table led by ranger\n– MNUFC raffle tickets\n– MPC events crew showing off upcoming programming\n– Mississippi River trivia\n– Snacks and more! \nThe event will kick off at 11:00am with treats\, coffee\, and remarks by MPC’s executive director\, Ellen Reed\, and NPS MISS’s superintendent\, Tucker Blythe! Snacks will be distributed on a first come\, first served basis. \nRegistration is appreciated\, but not required. \nCheck out the Saint Paul Citywide Cleanup Volunteer Events page for further information. \nVolunteers under 18 years old are required to have a minor Volunteer Service Agreement completed by a parent/guardian. You can find the form at the link provided and we will have forms on site as well. \nThis is a drop-in\, rain-or-shine event\, with the equipment provided onsite.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/saint-paul-citywide-spring-cleanup/
LOCATION:Hidden Falls Regional Park\, 1313 Hidden Falls Drive\, MN\, 55116\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Park Connection":MAILTO:lmoberg@parkconnection.org
GEO:44.9092675;-93.1917952
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hidden Falls Regional Park 1313 Hidden Falls Drive MN 55116 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1313 Hidden Falls Drive:geo:-93.1917952,44.9092675
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260417T174309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T174309Z
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SUMMARY:Art + Water Workshop: Aquasonos - Sounds of our Watershed with Dameun Strange
DESCRIPTION:How do you listen to water? Join Saint Paul musician and composer Dameun Strange for an afternoon of sonic exploration. Together we will learn about the physics of sound waves\, hear field recordings\, and explore the sounds of our watershed on an outdoor sound walk. Participants will then learn to make field recordings using simple tools such as a smartphone. Come prepared to tune in\, slow down\, and reflect on the sound of water in your memories and your environment. \nWorkshop activities will take place indoors and outdoors at Capitol Region Watershed District. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Please bring a charged smartphone. No other equipment or previous knowledge is required! Light snacks provided. \nRegistration is required for this two-hour workshop. Workshop content is designed for teens and adults but is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Those under 18 must attend with a registered adult. Limited to 30 participants. Please register each guest separately. \nThis event is part of the We Are Water MN exhibit at Capitol Region Watershed District’s Watershed Learning Center from April 23 to June 14\, 2026. Art + Water Workshops are organized by CRWD Artist-in-Residence Sarah Peters and CRWD Community Engagement Coordinator Maricella Xiong. \nEveryone is welcome at CRWD. We are committed to creating a safe environment for all visitors. If there are any safety updates\, we will post them here and notify all registered participants. Questions? Please contact us; we’re happy to help! \nAbove image: As Above So Below (2025)\, graphic score by Dameun Strange. \nAbout the artist:\nDameun Strange is an acclaimed sound artist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and award-winning composer. His body of work encompasses conceptual electronic and improvised electro-acoustic compositions that delve into the narratives and themes of the African diaspora\, frequently incorporating surrealist and Afrofuturist aesthetics. Through sound and poetry\, Strange’s artistic aim is to articulate the beauty and resilience of the Black experience\, drawing upon ancestral influences to convey stories of triumph and forge connections across the past\, present\, and future. \nStrange has composed for notable artists and choreographers including Leslie Parker\, Ananya Chatterjea\, Joanna Lees\, and Pramila Vasudevan. His significant accolades include the 2018 ACF | Create Award and a 2019 Jerome Hill Fellowship. Most recently\, he was named the inaugural composer-in-residence for the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) for their 2025-26 60th anniversary season.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/art-water-workshop-aquasonos-sounds-of-our-watershed-with-dameun-strange/
LOCATION:Watershed Learning Center\, 595 Aldine Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capitol Region Watershed District":MAILTO:mxiong@capitolregionwd.org
GEO:44.9588721;-93.1725378
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260401T131921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T131957Z
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Bird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day along the Great Mississippi Flyway! Learn what makes this spot on the river so captivating for migratory birds. Check out the live raptors\, attend a family-friendly bird walk or an indoor talk about bird conservation. Visit the new Gateway Center\, Treetop Trail or walk across the dam. Food trucks with lunch fare will be on site. Event is organized in partnership with American Bird Conservancy\, St. Paul Bird Alliance\, MN Bird Coalition\, Land of Lakes Bird Alliance\, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board\, FWS\, MN DNR\, Hennepin County\, NPS.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/twin-cities-bird-festival/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260331T132547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T132644Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt-a-Drain at the Twins Game
DESCRIPTION:Adopt-a-Drain and the Metro Watershed Partners are offering discounted tickets for members of the Adopt-a-Drain program to come to the Minnesota Twins Game at Target Field stadium on Saturday\, May 2. There will be an Adopt-a-Drain pre-game parade around the field with program participants\, and information will be shared about the Sacred Water Shared Future message in the stadium at that time.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/adopt-a-drain-at-the-twins-game/
LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adopt-A-Drain":MAILTO:info@adopt-a-drain.org
GEO:44.9812809;-93.2758739
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Target Field 1 Twins Way Minneapolis MN 55403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Twins Way:geo:-93.2758739,44.9812809
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260401T132402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T133627Z
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SUMMARY:River Trivia Geocaching
DESCRIPTION:Get out and stretch your legs along the banks of the Mississippi River to find geocaches with trivia questions at each stop. Can you answer more of the river-related questions correctly than anyone else?
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/river-trivia-geocaching/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260317T174240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T174240Z
UID:10000168-1778320800-1778346000@sacredwatersharedfuture.org
SUMMARY:Doors Open Minneapolis: Met Council West Meters Odor Control Facility
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what happens after you flush? Learn about our wastewater system\, how we minimize the stinky odors connected to the process\, and what happens to the water before it returns to the Mississippi River.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/doors-open-minneapolis-met-council-west-meters-odor-control-facility/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Council West Meters Odor Control Facility\, 2955 W River Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Council Environmental Services":MAILTO:alicia.uzarek@metc.state.mn.us
GEO:44.9500921;-93.2055219
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Metropolitan Council West Meters Odor Control Facility 2955 W River Parkway Minneapolis MN 55406 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2955 W River Parkway:geo:-93.2055219,44.9500921
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260401T132921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T132921Z
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SUMMARY:Family River Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Drop a line in the mighty Mississippi River to see what is biting. Learn river fishing techniques and discover which fish call this river home. Equipment\, bait and fishing license provided for the program.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/family-river-fishing/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd Brooklyn Park MN 55444 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10360 W River Rd:geo:-93.3127019,45.1404171
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260417T174744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T174744Z
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 9\, for a Sidewalk Poetry Workshop in partnership with Public Art Saint Paul. Attendees will be introduced to the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Contest and invited to submit their own work to the juried pool of poetry. The contest is open to all residents of Saint Paul. \nThe theme of this year’s contest is Water\, to correspond with the We Are Water MN exhibit. The contest will accept poems in six languages: Dakota\, Hmong\, Karen\, Somali\, Spanish\, and English\, to honor and recognize the remarkable cultures that make Saint Paul such a special capital city. \nThis event is part of the We Are Water MN exhibit at Capitol Region Watershed District’s Watershed Learning Center from April 23 to June 14\, 2026. \nEveryone is welcome at CRWD. We are committed to creating a safe environment for all visitors. If there are any safety updates\, we will post them here and notify all registered participants. Questions? Please contact us; we’re happy to help! \nAbove image: Sidewalk poem Untitled (2009) by Pam Haas\, photo by Public Art Saint Paul.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/sidewalk-poetry-workshop/
LOCATION:Watershed Learning Center\, 595 Aldine Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capitol Region Watershed District":MAILTO:mxiong@capitolregionwd.org
GEO:44.9588721;-93.1725378
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Watershed Learning Center 595 Aldine Street St. Paul MN 55104 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=595 Aldine Street:geo:-93.1725378,44.9588721
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260401T133849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T133849Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Discoveries: River Critters
DESCRIPTION:Scoop for small aquatic animals along the edge of the river. Learn about what they eat\, who eats them and what they tell us about the health of the mighty Mississippi River. All ages welcome. Free.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/drop-in-discoveries-river-critters/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd Brooklyn Park MN 55444 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10360 W River Rd:geo:-93.3127019,45.1404171
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260317T194855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T194933Z
UID:10000169-1778691600-1778702400@sacredwatersharedfuture.org
SUMMARY:BIGGER River Journey: A Field Trip for Grown-Ups
DESCRIPTION:For 30 years\, the Big River Journey field trip has engaged children on the Mississippi River. Our flagship program takes 3rd through 5th graders out on an authentic paddleboat in the Mississippi River for an eight mile journey filled with hands-on learning opportunities. \nOnce a year\, this field trip is open to grown-ups! \nWe’ve kept some classics from the school field trip\, but also made some elegant upgrades to the experience. Step aboard the very same paddleboat\, but see it transformed to include a full Captain’s Dinner\, a free drink ticket at the onboard bar\, and brand new\, never before seen learning stations! \nThe evening will be structured like a “school day”\, including morning announcements\, lunch\, three class periods\, and recess! Of course\, there will also be breathtaking sights of the river from the outdoor decks—just like what students experience on Big River Journey. \nTickets: $100 General Pubic • $75 MPC Members • $50 Volunteers \nAll proceeds from this fundraising event will go to a good cause: keeping Mississippi Park Connection well funded so we can support the National Park Service and Mississippi River through stewardship and habitat restoration\, youth education\, and community programming.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/bigger-river-journey-a-field-trip-for-grown-ups/
LOCATION:Padelford Riverboats\, Harriet Island\, 205 Doctor Justus Ohage Blvd.\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55107\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mississippi Park Connection":MAILTO:lmoberg@parkconnection.org
GEO:44.9373068;-93.0983929
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260401T134025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T134025Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Muse: River Geology and Wild Clay
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Muse series explores different aspects of the Mississippi River through a scientific and creative lens. Visualize and discover the earth’s processes that have shaped the river through this hands-on workshop. Explore the riverbed for evidence of geological history\, then unearth some “wild clay” (natural clay deposits from the earth). Learn how to process and refine this clay into something more workable\, then use it to build a simple form.
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/mississippi-muse-river-geology-and-wild-clay/
LOCATION:Mississippi Gateway Regional Park\, 10360 W River Rd\, Brooklyn Park\, MN\, 55444\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Rivers Park District":MAILTO:ashley.levoir@threeriversparks.org
GEO:45.1404171;-93.3127019
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mississippi Gateway Regional Park 10360 W River Rd Brooklyn Park MN 55444 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10360 W River Rd:geo:-93.3127019,45.1404171
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203001
CREATED:20260417T174517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T174517Z
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SUMMARY:Open House and Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, May 27\, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for staff-led demonstrations\, artmaking\, and free ice cream! \nVisitors are invited to\n– Explore the We Are Water MN exhibit\,\n– Experience short\, family-friendly demonstrations of CRWD’s work\,\n– Tour our LEED Gold-certified building\, and\n– Make and take-home custom art in partnership with two artists from Springboard for the Arts’ Ready-go program:\n– Custom screen printing with Jessica Lopez Lyman from La Luchadora and\n– Water-themed metal casting with Sara Hanson from WOW Mobile Metal Lab.\nPlease register below. We appreciate the optional registration to help us plan refreshments. \nThis event is part of the We Are Water MN exhibit at Capitol Region Watershed District’s Watershed Learning Center from April 23 to June 14\, 2026. \nEveryone is welcome at CRWD. We are committed to creating a safe environment for all visitors. If there are any safety updates\, we will post them here and notify all registered participants. Questions? Please contact us; we’re happy to help!
URL:https://sacredwatersharedfuture.org/event/open-house-and-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Watershed Learning Center\, 595 Aldine Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capitol Region Watershed District":MAILTO:mxiong@capitolregionwd.org
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