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New Administrator Hired

Posted: October 13, 2016
Categories: Announcements, District News

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the new District Administrator for the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. My name is […]

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Upcoming Events

Jul 11

7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Creative Waters at the Richfield Farmer’s Market

Jul 15

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Board Meeting

Aug 10

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Summer Project Tour

Aug 12

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Community Advisory Committee meeting

Aug 13

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Creative Waters at Unity in the Community

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How Can I Help?

SEASONAL TIP: Pick up dog poop and throw it in the trash. Some may think it's natural, but the bacteria inside can hurt our creeks and lakes.

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Jun 18

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Over the past couple years, we've been partnering with the @mnzoo to make use of the invasive carp and goldfish we remove from our lakes. Many animals at the zoo eat fish, and it seems the brown bears on Russia's Grizzly Coast exhibit really like them! This shot shows how the bear keepers use our fish as an enrichment tool for them.

By removing these invasive fish, we're allowing more space for native fish like bluegill and bass to live in our lakes. It also keeps the lakes healthier, which helps native water plants to thrive. And, it provides a great local food source for hungry zoo animals!

Over the past couple years, we`ve been partnering with the @mnzoo to make use of the invasive carp and goldfish we remove from our lakes. Many animals at the zoo eat fish, and it seems the brown bears on Russia`s Grizzly Coast exhibit really like them! This shot shows how the bear keepers use our fish as an enrichment tool for them.

By removing these invasive fish, we`re allowing more space for native fish like bluegill and bass to live in our lakes. It also keeps the lakes healthier, which helps native water plants to thrive. And, it provides a great local food source for hungry zoo animals! ...

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Jun 18

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Bringing your dogs to the summer picnic or lake barbeque? Of course you are, they're the life of the party. But, what isn't so fun is their poo. Your hosts don't want it left in the backyard, so why would you leave it behind on a trail during a walk? Pick it up and throw it out. You'll keep the creek healthier too.

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Jun 17

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Learn more about the new Lawns to Legumes program, Habitat at Home! This free, guided program will help Minnesotans create, expand, or care for pollinator-friendly spaces this fall.
Participants receive seasonal step-by-step guidance, access to webinars and resources, and opportunities to connect with a community across the state. Optional coaching is available as capacity allows. No grant required—just your interest and a bit of space to grow.
Sign up at: https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes/habitat-at-home/
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Learn more about the new Lawns to Legumes program, Habitat at Home! This free, guided program will help Minnesotans create, expand, or care for pollinator-friendly spaces this fall.
Participants receive seasonal step-by-step guidance, access to webinars and resources, and opportunities to connect with a community across the state. Optional coaching is available as capacity allows. No grant required—just your interest and a bit of space to grow.
Sign up at: https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes/habitat-at-home/
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Jun 16

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Don't forget our photo contest is live! Submit your photos from within the watershed by September 28 to be considered for inclusion in next year's photo calendar. Rules and submission forms in the link in our bio.

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Jun 15

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The birds can definitely see the windows now! We installed Acopian birdsavers window cords to prevent birds from hitting the glass and injuring themselves. Staff snapped this photo of what looks to be a goldfinch using the cords as a perch!

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Jun 5

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Jun 4

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Submit your photos in our photo contest for our 2027 calendar!

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Jun 3

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Join us and your community at the Edina Farmer's Market (7499 France Ave S.) We are pleased to present artist and botanist Sarah Nassif's “Weaving Water Workshop,” a pop-up fiber art studio, as part of our new Creative Waters public engagement program. We will be at the South end of the market.

@sarahjnassif

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Jun 3

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During a Minnesota summer, we may see heavy periods of rainfall followed by extended drought. Homeowners with lawns should adjust irrigation practices accordingly. This means no longer relying on the “set it and forget it” irrigation schedule that is often programmed into automatic systems.

https://extension.umn.edu/lawn-care/water-saving-strategies-home-lawns

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Jun 2

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Last week Nine Mile Creek Watershed District staff got CPR and First Aid certified!

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