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Lake Cornelia and Lake Edina: Recreational Water Advisory Lifted

  • Posted: August 24, 2020
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Updated: October 30, 2020

Lake Cornelia and Lake Edina: Recreational Water Advisory Lifted

Information on this advisory has been moved to: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/recreational-water-advisory/

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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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REMINDER- STEM ON TAP IS HAPPENING NEXT WEEK, SIGN UP TODAY! Exploring Phenology-Join us for an engaging session with Josh Leonard, Education Director at Belwin Outdoor Science. Wednesday, December 10 4:30–6:30 PM Wooden Hill Brewing Co. Discover how phenology—the study of seasonal changes—can help connect you and your students to nature while offering meaningful ways to observe climate change in your own backyard. This workshop will share hands-on strategies for using seasonal observations to inspire students and build their confidence with climate science. We’ll also head outside for a brief 10-minute phenology walk, weather permitting. Registar here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../december-stem-on-tap...

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STEM ON TAP IS HAPPENING NEXT WEEK, SIGN UP TODAY!
Exploring Phenology-Join us for an engaging session with
Josh Leonard, Education Director at Belwin Outdoor Science.
Wednesday, December 10 4:30–6:30 PM Wooden Hill Brewing Co.
Discover how phenology—the study of seasonal changes—can help connect you and your students to nature while offering meaningful ways to observe climate change in your own backyard. This workshop will share hands-on strategies for using seasonal observations to inspire students and build their confidence with climate science.
We’ll also head outside for a brief 10-minute phenology walk, weather permitting.
Registar here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../december-stem-on-tap... ...

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We will be back in the office Monday, December 8, 2025.

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The project on France Avenue crossing of Nine Mile Creek is complete! It was great to collaborate with the DNR to advance a new design philosophy through the NMCWD regulatory program. Check out details about the project here, including how a Geomorphic Approach was used: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDNR/bulletins/3fbfc8d #partners #collaboration #geomorphic #DNR

The project on France Avenue crossing of Nine Mile Creek is complete!
It was great to collaborate with the DNR to advance a new design philosophy through the NMCWD regulatory program.
Check out details about the project here, including how a Geomorphic Approach was used: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDNR/bulletins/3fbfc8d #partners #collaboration #geomorphic #DNR ...

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Nov 30

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Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District is HIRING! Check it out! https://www.rpbcwd.org/water-resources-technician

Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District is HIRING! Check it out! https://www.rpbcwd.org/water-resources-technician ...

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Nov 28

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Now that we're in the midst of holiday season, with a few gatherings under our belts, we know that holiday waste is real. Ridgedale Library is hosting a workshop on sustainable celebrations Saturday December 6 from 10-noon. No registration is necessary, just stop by! Sponsored by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library. https://hclib.bibliocommons.com/events/68e8827cdd8f0206638547f0

Now that we`re in the midst of holiday season, with a few gatherings under our belts, we know that holiday waste is real. Ridgedale Library is hosting a workshop on sustainable celebrations Saturday December 6 from 10-noon. No registration is necessary, just stop by! Sponsored by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
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We look forward to seeing you in December!

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December STEM on Tap: Exploring Phenology Join us for an engaging session with Josh Leonard, Education Director at Belwin Outdoor Science. Wednesday, December 10 4:30–6:30 PM Wooden Hill Brewing Co. Discover how phenology—the study of seasonal changes—can help connect you and your students to nature while offering meaningful ways to observe climate change in your own backyard. This workshop will share hands-on strategies for using seasonal observations to inspire students and build their confidence with climate science. We’ll also head outside for a brief 10-minute phenology walk, weather permitting. Registar here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-stem-on-tap-phenology-tickets-1967626954187?aff=oddtdtcreator

December STEM on Tap: Exploring Phenology
Join us for an engaging session with Josh Leonard, Education Director at Belwin Outdoor Science.
Wednesday, December 10 4:30–6:30 PM Wooden Hill Brewing Co.

Discover how phenology—the study of seasonal changes—can help connect you and your students to nature while offering meaningful ways to observe climate change in your own backyard. This workshop will share hands-on strategies for using seasonal observations to inspire students and build their confidence with climate science.
We’ll also head outside for a brief 10-minute phenology walk, weather permitting.

Registar here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-stem-on-tap-phenology-tickets-1967626954187?aff=oddtdtcreator ...

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With snow in the forecast, we need to remember to keep lawn leaves out of our streets. Snow plus leaves make it harder for streetsweepers and snow plows to do their work.

With snow in the forecast, we need to remember to keep lawn leaves out of our streets. Snow plus leaves make it harder for streetsweepers and snow plows to do their work. ...

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Earlier this year, we sent out a survey asking watershed residents and users to share their input as we begin drafting our next 10-year plan, starting in 2027. You came through with that input--thank you! We presented the results to our board this week — and now they’re available for you! Check them out on our website or directly through this link: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/survey-results-available

Earlier this year, we sent out a survey asking watershed residents and users to share their input as we begin drafting our next 10-year plan, starting in 2027. You came through with that input--thank you!
We presented the results to our board this week — and now they’re available for you!

Check them out on our website or directly through this link: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/survey-results-available ...

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