By Jean Meiners Technician, Root River SWCD Do you have an inactive, unused or abandoned well on your property? Every unused well that is not properly sealed poses a safety, health, and environmental threat to your family and community as well as a potential legal risk to the homeowner. Children and small animals can easily fall into an unprotected, open well. Also, … [Read more...]
What’s Moving Into Your Backyard?
By Zack Glaunert Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologist Houston County In recent years, there has been growing awareness on certain invasive plant species that have been encroaching upon our landscapes. Some of you may be familiar with the species in this article. Some of you may have already had the pleasure of combatting one or all of these species, and know just how … [Read more...]
Rooster Ridge Pheasant Farms: The Midwest’s Premier Pheasant Hunting Experience
Craig Helke and Dylan Burrow have developed a clearly defined marketing brand for Rooster Ridge Pheasant Farms, based on their own pheasant hunting experiences. A brand is a promise of what customers can consistently expect every time from a service, product, or interaction. Helke and Burrow promise their customers a true Midwest hunting experience, as proudly stated on the … [Read more...]
Wanhi Yukan (There is Chert There) Preserve
The Grand Meadow Chert Quarry/Wanhi Yukan Preserve is a new place to explore near Grand Meadow, Minn. Wanhi Yukan literally means “There is chert there;” this chert quarry was created in prehistoric times to gather the highest quality chert in Minnesota. Many people are unfamiliar with the word “chert.” Chert is a dark flint that is composed of fine grain crystalline quartz; … [Read more...]
Go Green Kicks Off Plant Scavenger Hunt
Are you and your kids looking for a fun way to get out and enjoy nature this fall? The Go Green Club from Rushford-Peterson Middle School/High School, Mannix Darr, who is working toward his Eagle Scout rank, and the city of Rushford have worked to create a plant scavenger hunt using the trails at Magelssen Bluff Park in Rushford. The plant identification scavenger hunt will be … [Read more...]
Still Swinging: Paul Weichert Reflects on a Lifetime of Golf at Ma Cal Grove
Paul Weichert turned 80 this past April, but age hasn’t kept him off the green. A lifelong golfer, Paul still plays once a week at Ma Cal Grove Country Club, more often when his children are in town, like this past week. His golfing journey began at the age of 16 with his cousin, whose father (Paul’s uncle) owned a share in Ma Cal Grove Country Club and was a member. It’s the … [Read more...]
Buffalo Bill Days: Where the Buffalo Roams
Looking for a buffalo you can snap a selfie with? Look no further! Head to Lanesboro from August 1-3 for the town’s annual Buffalo Bill Days celebration. Be sure to meet Buff the Buffalo, the town’s beloved mascot and don’t forget to share your photos using #BufftheBuffalo. This long-running celebration pays homage to the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody, who is believed to have … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Fair Celebrates 167 Years of Family Fun and Farming Traditions
Fillmore County’s farming heritage comes alive each year as seen through the eyes of the county’s youth. The 167 annual Fillmore County Fair is July 21-26, in Preston, Minn. One lifelong fairgoer emphasized, “The fair is all about the kids.” They emphasized the importance of visiting the kids’ exhibits, watching the livestock shows, cheering on horse events, and attending … [Read more...]
Music in the Bluffs Concert Series Returns
This summer, experience the charm of Whalan, Minnesota, with the return of the popular Music in the Bluffs outdoor concert series. Nestled along the scenic Root River in Fillmore County, surrounded by limestone bluffs, the series brings live music to Whalan Park Gazebo for a third consecutive year. The free concerts invite locals and visitors alike to relax among the bluffs … [Read more...]
Celebrate “The Good Old Days” in Peterson, MN
Celebrate heritage, community, and tradition on June 21 in the charming town of Peterson, Minn., during its beloved Gammel Dag festival, Norwegian for “the good old days.” Held on the longest day of the year, this vibrant celebration offers a unique opportunity to experience Peterson’s rich Scandinavian roots in a fun and festive atmosphere. Secretary Gail Barnard-Boyum, … [Read more...]