October 19, 2011
Upcoming Programs at Historic Arcola Mills
The following programs are scheduled at Arcola Mills through October 30, 2011: Birds of Minnesota, Logging’s Legacy, Raptor Display and The John Runk Films
October 11, 2011
NPS Visitor Center Hours
Winter Visitor Center Hours are 9-4
October 11, 2011
Arcola Pontoon Programs
The National Park Service is offering pontoon rides from Arcola Mills on October 15 & 16.
October 11, 2011
Arcola Mills Programs
Arcola Mills is open to the public daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., through October 30, 2011. It is functioning as a visitor information center for the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway during October. It is staffed by National Park Rangers and volunteers and programs are being offered.
September 15, 2011
Volunteers Needed for Arcola Mills
Arcola Mills is looking for people to assist with daily operations during the month of October. From September 30 through October 30, 2011, Arcola Mills will be open to the public daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., as a visitor information center for the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.
September 15, 2011
Historic Arcola Mills Open to the Public in October
The Arcola Mills Historic Foundation and the National Park Service (NPS) are pleased to announce that Arcola Mills will be open to the public daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., from September 30 through October 30, 2011.Admission to the historic site will be free.
July 21, 2011
St. Croix River Memory Day
St. Croix River Memory Day hosted by the National Park Service on Sunday, August 14, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the St. Croix River Visitor Center in St. Croix Falls. The focus of this event will be the area east of Rush City, Minnesota, in northeast Chisago and southeast Pine counties and south of Grantsburg, Wisconsin in southern Burnett county.
June 24, 2011
Namekagon River Memory Day
Namekagon River Memory Day on Thursday, July 7, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Namekagon River Visitor Center in Trego, Wisconsin. Speakers will share their memories and knowledge of the Namekagon River.
June 09, 2011
St. Croix Boomsite Day
Discover the history of the Stillwater Boomsite on Saturday, June 25 from noon to 3:00 p.m. through speakers and activities
June 08, 2011
Paddle with a Ranger on the Summer Solstice
Celebrate the summer solstice. Join a National Park Service Ranger in paddling from the Wisconsin or Minnesota Interstate State Park to Osceola Landing.
June 02, 2011
Free Fly Fishing Workshops
Free fly fishing workshops will be held the weekend of June 11 and 12 at William O’Brien and Minnesota Interstate State Parks.
June 02, 2011
Evening Programs of the Stillwater Islands Area
Offering weekly programs via pontoon boat on the St. Croix River every Wednesday evening this summer. The presentations will explore the historic and fragile Stillwater Islands stretch of the river.
May 31, 2011
“Down by the River” film series
A film series to be shown at St. Croix River Vistor Center on Friday nights. The June listing is now available
May 04, 2011
Fly Fishing
The National Park Service at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway will host a free fly fishing workshop at Osceola Landing on Saturday, May 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
April 18, 2011
VC Summer Hours
Effective April 16, 2011, the St. Croix River Visitor Center of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
April 15, 2011
2011 prescribed burns
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway plans to conduct two prescribed burns in the Riverway corridor in the spring of 2011. These burns may take place the week of April 25, depending on weather conditions.
April 13, 2011
2011 Camping Permits
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway announces that the annual permit required for camping on the Lower St. Croix River is now available.
April 13, 2011
Catfish Slough Educational Campsite
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is now accepting reservations for the Catfish Slough Educational Group Campsite, a group campsite near Osceola Landing.
March 28, 2011
Discover Bald Eagles
Discover more about eagles through guest speaker, Bill Route, the University of Minnesota Raptor Center's live bald eagle and bird display and junior ranger activities. See schedule for details.
February 05, 2011
Riverway Speaker Series-Ojibwe
No abstract supplied.
October 25, 2010
Decision on Stillwater Bridge
The National Park Service (NPS) has determined that the proposed St. Croix River Crossing Project would have direct and adverse effects that cannot be avoided or eliminated.
September 23, 2010
Parks Working in Partnership
No abstract supplied.
September 20, 2010
In A New Light Exhibit
No abstract supplied.
May 28, 2010
SOFAS: Family Fun
The Summer Outdoor Family Adventure Series, or SOFAS, will take area residents on a variety of hikes, paddles, and fun activities during the summer of 2010. Each week, we’ll explore a new spot in the St. Croix River Valley.
May 28, 2010
June Fly Fishing Workshop
Free fly fishing workshops will be held the weekend of June 12 and 13 at William O’Brien and Minnesota Interstate State Parks. The workshops are led by Park Ranger John Weinberg and volunteers from the Federation of Fly Fishers.
May 19, 2010
National Park Service Checking Young Eagles for Contaminants
No abstract supplied.
May 03, 2010
Fly Fishing Workshop
The National Park Service at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway will host a free fly fishing workshop at Osceola Landing on Saturday, May 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
May 03, 2010
Grant Awarded
No abstract supplied.
April 30, 2010
National Park Week
No abstract supplied.
April 30, 2010
Fire Training Exercise
The St. Croix Falls Fire Department will utilize a structure located at 410 North Hamilton Street in St. Croix Falls for a training exercise on Saturday, May 8.
April 20, 2010
Ban on Campfires and Charcoal Fires
Effective immediately, campfires and charcoal fires are prohibited on certain federal lands within the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. This ban is due to the very high fire danger.
March 24, 2010
Educators Workshop April 17 2010
No abstract supplied.
March 24, 2010
2010 Camping Permit
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway announces that the annual permit required for camping on the Lower St. Croix River is now available. The permit is required for anyone camping along the St. Croix River between St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin - Taylors Falls, Minnesota, and the Soo Line High Bridge (river mile 29.5).
The camping permit is available free of charge at the St. Croix River Visitor Center. The visitor center is located at 401 North Hamilton Street in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, and can be reached at (715) 483-2274. It is currently open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Beginning Saturday, April 17, the visitor center will be open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days per week.
February 19, 2010
Educators Workshop: Invasive Species
Want to learn more about aquatic invasive species and how they impact native species? Are you curious how students are helping scientists uncover the effects these non-natives have on entire ecosystems? Join the National Park Service for an engaging lesson about invasive species in the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers. This free workshop will be held on Saturday, March 6th, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Marshland Center near Grantsburg, Wisconsin.
January 25, 2010
Educators Workshop: Bald Eagles
No abstract supplied.
January 08, 2010
Wolf Workshop
No abstract supplied.
November 23, 2009
Stillwater Islands Listening Session
The National Park Service (NPS) will hold a listening session on Wednesday, December 2, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Stillwater City Hall.
June 25, 2009
July Events on the Lower River
No abstract supplied.
June 25, 2009
July Events- Upper St Croix and Namekagon
No abstract supplied.
May 28, 2009
NPS Photographic Exhibit
No abstract supplied.
May 14, 2009
Memorial Day Weekend 2009
Programs are being offered and the Visitor Centers are open at St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
May 11, 2009
Volunteer Opportunities
Three volunteer opportunities are being highlighted for the summer of 2009: Volunteer Program Intern,Oral History Intern, and Stillwater Islands Volunteer
May 05, 2009
Namekagon Visitor Center Hours
The Namekagon Visitor Center is reopening for the 2009 summer season.
April 16, 2009
2009 Camping Permits Available
2009 Camping Permits are now available. They are required when camping on the Lower St. Croix River, between Highway 8 and the Soo Line High Bridge.
April 16, 2009
NPS Stillwater Islands 2009
No abstract supplied.
April 15, 2009
prescribed burns 2009
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is planning for four prescribed burns to occur in spring of 2009.
April 15, 2009
St Croix River Visitor Center Hours 2009
Effective Saturday, April 18, 2009, the St. Croix River Visitor Center of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week.
November 18, 2008
Change in St. Croix River Visitor Center Hours
Visitor Center open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
September 19, 2008
Teacher Ranger Teacher Program
Two teachers participate in the inaugural year of Teacher-Ranger-Teacher at St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
September 04, 2008
New Superintendent Chris Stein
No abstract supplied.
July 17, 2008
St Croix River Visitor Center Open House During Wannigan Days
A family friendly open house is planned with activities for children, book signings, and a local artist from 10-3.
July 17, 2008
Namekagon Memory Day August 17
The National Park Service and local Historical Societies join to share history and gather memories.
May 30, 2008
Join the NPS on Paddling Trips
No abstract supplied.
May 20, 2008
Award Winning Film
The National Park Service movie,The St. Croix: A Northwoods Journey, recently won a platinum remi at the International WorldFest Independent Film &Video Festival
May 16, 2008
NPS Clarifies Rules on the St Croix
NPS regulations on the stretch of the St. Croix River between the Soo Line High Bridge and Boomsite Landing remain the same in 2008. Specifics are detailed.
April 28, 2008
Riverway Receives Centennial Funding
Efforts to protect water quality in the St. Croix River Basin got a boost this week, with the announcement that the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is one of 76 national parks to receive funding through a new cost-share initiative, the Centennial Challenge.
The Riverway is receiving $200,000, which will be matched with funding from the Twin Cities Metropolitan Council and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, to develop a watershed model that will help achieve nutrient reduction goals for the St. Croix River.
April 18, 2008
Open Houses at Marshland and Namekagon
Open Houses will be held at the Marshland Center and the Namekagon Visitor Center to highlight what is happening along the Riverway
April 18, 2008
Junior Ranger Day
A Junior Ranger Program is now available at the Riverway. Join us on April 26 for Junior Ranger Day.
April 18, 2008
Fishing Pier Moved to St Croix Falls
The fishing pier that has been at Osceola Landing is being relocated near Park Headquarters In St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.
April 16, 2008
April 18
On April 18, 2008 Special activities are planned for over 500 area sixth graders for a day of music, history, culture, environmental science, and a lot of river appreciation.
April 14, 2008
Prescribed Burns
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway intends to conduct prescribed burns to improve prairie and savanna habitat along the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers.
March 31, 2008
Riverway Hosts Open House at Park Headquarters
An Open House to highlight new happenings and new faces at the Riverway will be held April 10, 2008
March 31, 2008
New Camping Regulations for Lower St Croix River
New camping regulations are in effect for the area between Highway 8 and Log House Landing for the Lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.
March 31, 2008
Five Mile Islands Workshop
Two workshops will be held on managing recreational use and protecting resources on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway between the Soo Line High Bridge and north Stillwater. The workshops are April 12 and 16 at Stillwater City Hall.
February 25, 2008
Junior Ranger Contest
A National Junior Ranger Essay contest is announced and the Park will celebrate Junior Ranger Day in April.
November 30, 2007
St. Croix Riverway Ornament displayed at White House
Former park ranger Rita Morgan painted the ornament sent to the White House to represent St. Croix National Scenic Riverway on the Holiday Tree.
October 03, 2007
NEW CHIEF RANGER AND NEW CHIEF OF INTERPRETATION
Two recent hirings have been announced by Superintendent Tom Bradley: Bob Whaley as Chief Ranger and Julie Galonska as Chief of Interpretation and Cultural Resources.
July 23, 2007
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Awarded Junior Ranger Ambassadors Grant
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway announces that they have been selected to receive a 2007 Junior Ranger Ambassadors grant to assist the Riverway in creating a Jr. Ranger program.
June 21, 2007
New St Croix River Camping Regulations to Take Effect in 2008
The National Park Service has selected Alternative 3a of the Lower River Camping Plan to implement in 2008 north of the High Bridge. Elements of 3a will also be implemented between the High Bridge and Stillwater.
April 23, 2007
Compendium 2007
The regulations adopted by the Park Superintendent to apply specifically to St. Croix National Scenic Riverway have been issued for 2007 and will go into effect May 20, 2007.
