Vision

FMR envisions a river that is recognized and celebrated for its intrinsic values. Imagine with us a river where the water is clear and clean and safe to swim in, where fish and wildlife are healthy and abundant, and where scenic bluffs and cultural treasures are protected. This is a river where residents and visitors can escape the rush of daily life to find solitude in a hidden backwater, wonder while paddling past towering bluffs, and connection to what sustains us. Here you can catch fish that are healthy to eat. You can stroll through oak savannas and sand prairies alive with the diversity of our natural heritage. Here historic sites speak to the timeless connection between people and the river. Envision a river accessible to all and a community that actively embraces this river ethic and welcomes its role as the Mississippi River's steward for current and future generations.

Goals

1. 1.Continuous living cover crop (CLC) market demand and cultivated acreage are significantly increasing in Minnesota.
2. 2.Land that is important to the river’s ecosystem and for building climate resiliency is protected in perpetuity.
3. 3.FMR annually engages 4,000+ people in stewardship events and outings to learn about the river and meaningfully contribute to protecting and enhancing river resources.