Explore, understand and conserve the natural landscape. Through our education, volunteer and community science programs, people can become stewards of Minnesota’s public and private lands.
Equipped with communication skills and climate science knowledge, these Extension participants direct efforts toward communities.
Homeowners may have experienced tree damage due to the recent severe storms. These resources may be helpful in managing tree damage on your property.
This starter guide is particularly useful for people interested in becoming stewards of woodlands greater than an acre in size and for those who do not have a history of woodland ownership in their families.
Increasing climate resilience through research, collaboration and communication
Find Extension resources about the latest extreme weather threats.
A weekly blog of Minnesota climate and weather observations
Videos on weather and climate, global climate change disparities, regional climate changes, and impacts of extremes
Any adult who is curious and enjoys learning about the natural world can become a Minnesota Master Naturalist.
Explore your natural surroundings with your family, help scientists observe plants and animals, stay active while staying home.
Everyone, everywhere, can be a scientist by observing and gathering data about the world around them.
Educators and youth workers find resources and curricula for outdoor and classroom activities.
Agroforestry combines agricultural and forestry practices to improve environmental quality, productivity and economic returns.
Minnesota forests offer more than timber. Learn how to produce nuts and fruit, make maple syrup or gather wild plants for food or decorations.
Learn how to care for and manage different forest types and harvest timber in Minnesota.
Participating in the Master Woodland Steward program will give you a deeper understanding of woodland stewardship and a plan to keep your woods healthy for future generations.
Timely articles on sustainable forest management and achieving forest stewardship goals.
Guidance from Extension experts on choosing, growing, and tending to your yard and woodland trees.
AIS Detectors and Trackers are statewide volunteer invasive species surveillance programs that target high-risk areas with trained observers.
Forest Pest First Detector volunteers detect and diagnose early infestations of invasive plants, insects and other pests.
Citizens can help with early detection of invasive species.
Pollinators help plants that bring us food and other resources. Learn how to create pollinator-friendly environments in your yard and garden.
Strategies for attracting wildlife to your Minnesota woodlands, including grouse, deer, pheasants, turkey and other animals.
Manage plant damage from deer, moles and voles.
Volunteer to collect data on deer damage to vegetation in Minnesota woodlands.
Find climate-resilient, native trees and plants recommended for the Northern Superior Uplands.
Extension is working with The Nature Conservancy and Minnesota DNR to develop a tree seed collection training program in an effort to reforest one million acres in Minnesota by 2040.
There is so much to learn about the complex ecosystem interactions among the trees, understory plants, and wildlife you might find in your nearest woodland. Here are a few species worth a closer look.
Timely articles on forestry, water resources, wildlife, invasive species, volunteer citizen science projects and the work of Master Naturalists.
See all natural resource events around the state.
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