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District office requires masking

  • Posted: August 4, 2021
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News

The District office at 12800 Gerard Drive, Eden Prairie is once again requiring masks for all visitors. The front door will still be open (though […]

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District office re-opening

  • Posted: July 2, 2021
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News

The District office at 12800 Gerard Drive, Eden Prairie will be re-opening on July 6, 2021. The front door will be open (though the inner […]

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Prescribed burn at District office

  • Posted: May 7, 2021
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point

Prescribed Burn On May 12th, Red Rock Fire (a Minnesota Native Landscapes company) conducted a small prescribed burn at Nine Mile Creek Watershed District’s property […]

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Discovery Point Buckthorn Removal Work

  • Posted: March 25, 2021
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News

Discovery Point Phase 3 Habitat Restoration The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, in partnership with the City of Eden Prairie, will begin the final phase […]

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New Seed Lab Coming Soon!

  • Posted: October 27, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point

  We are very excited to announce that this fall Discovery Point is creating its very own seed lab. The lab will house native wildflower […]

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Mask Up MN at NMCWD

  • Posted: July 24, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News, News

As of July 25, 2020, per the Governor’s Executive Order 20-81, people in Minnesota are required to wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces […]

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District Board and Committee Meetings will be held remotely

  • Posted: March 24, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News, News

Until further notice, Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board and Committee Meetings will be held via telephone conference call, or other electronic means. The Board […]

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Signs of Spring

  • Posted: April 19, 2019
  • Categories: Discovery Point, Seasonal Highlights

New spring plants at Discovery Point Spring is in full swing at Discovery Point, and staff have discovered many new plants poking up through last […]

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Transform your yard into a Monarch Oasis

  • Posted: April 17, 2019
  • Categories: Discovery Point, News, Seasonal Highlights

Bonnie Juran learned about the critical loss of monarch habitat soon after becoming a master gardener. Armed with new knowledge about the trees, shrubs, and […]

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Winter wonderland

  • Posted: February 12, 2019
  • Categories: Discovery Point, Seasonal Highlights

Did you know you can go sledding at Discovery Point? All this new snow has made for great sledding conditions on the hill off Gerard […]

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Upcoming Events

Jul 11
7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Creative Waters at the Richfield Farmer’s Market

Jul 13
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Bryant Lake Public Meeting (Virtual)

Jul 14
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Minnetoga Lake Public Meeting

Jul 15
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Board Meeting

Aug 10
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Summer Project Tour

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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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Enjoy the beautiful weather today—maybe by exploring one of Minnesota's amazing natural spaces. Have fun and  remember to stay safe on the water! 

Photo credit: Paul Raymaker

Enjoy the beautiful weather today—maybe by exploring one of Minnesota`s amazing natural spaces. Have fun and remember to stay safe on the water!

Photo credit: Paul Raymaker
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What you do makes a difference. Help prevent the spread! 

Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/ais/

What you do makes a difference. Help prevent the spread!

Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/ais/
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Met us at the market! 

We will be at the Richfield Farmer's Market (Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Ave, Richfield)  on July 11th from 7a-12p

This year we are excited to partner with artist and botanist Sarah Nassif and her Weaving Water Workshop! 

Learn more about our new Creative Waters initiative and 
this event and others at https://www.ninemilecreek.org/creative-waters/

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Met us at the market!

We will be at the Richfield Farmer`s Market (Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Ave, Richfield) on July 11th from 7a-12p

This year we are excited to partner with artist and botanist Sarah Nassif and her Weaving Water Workshop!

Learn more about our new Creative Waters initiative and
this event and others at https://www.ninemilecreek.org/creative-waters/

@sarahjnassif @cityofrichfield City of Richfield, Minnesota - Local Government
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Check out the first of two videos on permeable pavers! Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see the latest videos from NMCWD!

https://youtu.be/nqoq4c5y380?si=rHTHNB7q9dPkJ_MD

Check out the first of two videos on permeable pavers! Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see the latest videos from NMCWD!

https://youtu.be/nqoq4c5y380?si=rHTHNB7q9dPkJ_MD
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Jun 26

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Happy fun photo Friday! 

Who can identify these two pollinators, are they the same? 

Photo credit: Lizzy Boor

Happy fun photo Friday!

Who can identify these two pollinators, are they the same?

Photo credit: Lizzy Boor
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Jun 24

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

Don`t forget our photo contest is live! Submit your photos from within the watershed by September 28th to be considered for inclusion in next year`s photo calendar. Rules and submission forms on our website. ...

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Jun 23

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Are you curious about the nutrients in your soils? Go through Nine Mile Creek's soil testing program and get your soil tested for free. For more information and instructions: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/get-involved/learn/soil-testing/

Are you curious about the nutrients in your soils? Go through Nine Mile Creek`s soil testing program and get your soil tested for free. For more information and instructions: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/get-involved/learn/soil-testing/ ...

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Adopt a Drain: https://mn.adopt-a-drain.org/

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Jun 21

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Happy Summer Solstice! 

Nine Mile staff found a turtle laying eggs this past week.

Happy Summer Solstice!

Nine Mile staff found a turtle laying eggs this past week.
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