As spring progresses and we follow Governor Walz’s #StayHomeMN order, many people are looking for ways to get outdoors and attract wildlife, particularly pollinators, to their yards and gardens. Luckily, UMN Extension and the UMN Bee Lab are ready for you!
Learn more about the value of trees in the carbon cycle in the Minnesota Tree and Woodland Carbon Capture Challenge.
Here are seven native tree species that you can consider for replacing ash trees destroyed by emerald ash borer.
The Ecological Restoration certificate is a 150-hour program comprising five required courses, offered twice per year.
A good pair of binoculars can help you tune in to nature and observe the plants, birds and other animals you see around your neighborhood.
People who are looking for things to do while staying close to home can become citizen scientists and help hunt for a potentially troublesome flower.
Are you practicing social distancing, but feeling stressed, worried about cooped-up kids, and wanting to maintain your health through exercise? Here are some ideas.
Master Naturalists make a difference by volunteering for nonprofits, state agencies, nature centers and University research programs. One project they are working on is researching native mussels.
Currently the markets for ash wood are limited, but two recent projects aim to change that by demonstrating innovative ways to use urban and ash wood.
Fast-growing trees such as hybrid poplar can have many benefits and uses, such as heat, electricity, lumber, and even fuel and plastics!
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