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SUMMARY:Native Minnesota Fruit Trees
DESCRIPTION:Growing fruit trees and shrubs in Minnesota can be tricky with such a short growing season.  The answer to that dilemma: grow native fruit trees and shrubs! Learn about the hardy varieties that will flourish in our backyards\, sustaining both people and local wildlife. There are many more varieties than most people typically think\, and they can be commercially available too! Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications\, and several door prize bare root trees will be given away. \nRegister at : https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14557382
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/native-minnesota-fruit-trees/
LOCATION:Hardwood Creek Library\, 19955 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T142249Z
UID:12439-1747161000-1747164600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:What’s going on at North Shore Circle Park?
DESCRIPTION:CLFLWD has partnered with the City of Forest Lake to restore the shoreline at North Shore Circle Park. A neighborhood meeting will be held at the park (7619 North Shore Circle N) Tuesday 5/13 from 6:30-7:30pm. Stop by to learn more about the restoration plans\, or contact Aidan For more information contact Aidan Read at  651.583.6590 or by email.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/whats-going-on-at-north-shore-circle-park/
LOCATION:North Shore Circle Park\, 7619 North Shore Circle N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190929Z
UID:12000-1747155600-1747159200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:05/13/25 CAC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/05-13-25-cac-meeting/
CATEGORIES:CAC Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250507T161711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T161711Z
UID:12423-1747074600-1747078200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants for Lousy Soil
DESCRIPTION:Do you have that patch of lousy soil where nothing seems to grow very well? There are plenty of tough MN native plants that will not only survive\, but thrive in sketchy soil conditions. We will chat about all aspects of those tricky soil sites to get plants and blooms started for seasons to come including free soil testing. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications\, a native plant book and several door prizes from local plant specialists will be given away. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8013/spr-sum-2025-apr-aug/native-plants-for-lousy-soil
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/native-plants-for-lousy-soil/
LOCATION:Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center\, 943 9th Ave SW\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T161243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T162851Z
UID:10677-1746729000-1746736200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:05/08/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 871 2321 0325 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\nFull agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than the Monday immediately preceding the meeting. \n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nNew Business\n\na) Permit 24-013 Gaiovnik Subdivision\nb) Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Applications\nc) Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership 10-Year Plan Amendment\nd) Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership Grant Work Plan Amendment\ne) Review of Governance Manual\nf) Wake Boat Control in Freshwater Lake\ng) Minnesota Watersheds Summer Tour\n\n\nOld Business\n\na) Program Signage\nb) State of the Watershed\n\n\nProgram/Project Update\n\na) Project Update\nb) Program Update – Education & Outreach\n\nYouTube Summary\n\n\n\n\nReport of Officers and Managers\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\n Adjourn\n\na) Next regular board meeting – May 22\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/05-08-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250430T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T192728Z
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SUMMARY:05/06/25 Special Board Meeting - Budget
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 863 4219 4361 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Special Meeting\nBudget Prioritization and Visioning Workshop\n\nMemo\nBudget Outline\n\n\n3. Adjourn\n\na) Next regular board meeting – May 8\, 2025 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/05-06-25-special-board-meeting-budget/
CATEGORIES:Special Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250417T190904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T184104Z
UID:12074-1745949600-1745956800@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:04/29/25 Special Board Workshop – Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 832 3269 8733 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Special Meeting\nStrategic Planning Workshop\n\nStrategic Planning Dashboard (Excel Download)\nStrategic Planning Dashboard (PDF)\n\n\nAdjourn\n\nNext regular board meeting – May 8\, 2025 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/04-29-25-special-board-workshop-strategic-planning/
CATEGORIES:Special Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T160339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T183450Z
UID:10675-1745519400-1745526600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:04/24/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 834 9486 7554 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nConsent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member\, staff member\, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.\n\na) Special Board Meeting Minutes – March 4\, 2025\nb) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – March 13\, 2025\nc) Special Board Meeting Minutes – March 25\, 2025\nd) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – March 27\, 2025\n\nCLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)\n\n\n\n\nPublic Open Forum*\n\n*If you would like to address the Board during the Public Open Forum\, you must attend the meeting in person at 44 Lake St S\, Suite A\, Forest Lake\, MN 55025.\n\n\nAdvisory Committee Updates\nNew Business\n\na) 2024 Audit Report\n\nAudit Executive Governance Summary\nAudit Financial Report\nAudit Presentation\n\n\nb) 2026 Budget Schedule\nc) 2025 Forest Lake Curly-leaf Pondweed Treatment Contract (updated 04/24/25)\n\n\nOld Business\n\na) 2024 Year-In-Review\, Annual Report\, Progress Report\n\n2024 Year-In-Review Draft\nAnnual Report Draft\nProgress Report Draft\n\n\nb) 2024 Water Monitoring Report\n\n\nReport of Staff\n\na) Administrator\nb) Emmons and Olivier Resources\nc) Smith Partners\n\n\nReport of Treasurer and Approval of Bills\nReport of Officers and Managers\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\n Adjourn\n\na) Next special board meeting – April 29\, 2025\, 6:00 pm\nb) Next regular board meeting – May 8\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/04-24-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T220514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163713Z
UID:11081-1745433000-1745436600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants for Lousy Soils
DESCRIPTION:Do you have that patch of lousy soil where nothing seems to grow very well? There are plenty of tough Minnesota native plants that will not thrive in sketchy soil conditions. We will chat about all aspects of those tricky soil sites to get plants and blooms started for the season to come. Participants will receive an informational folder and a native plant book\, and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/native-plants-for-lousy-soils/
LOCATION:Hardwood Creek Library\, 19955 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T220419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163608Z
UID:11079-1744914600-1744918200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Spring Lawn Prep
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get things greened up and growing! Lawn care can be expensive and puzzling. Learn some simple tips and techniques that can help you get the best performance out of your yard while saving some cash and preventing pollution. We will cover a wide variety of topics and answer your questions about watering\, fertilizing\, weed identification and so much more to make your lawn the best it can be. Residents within the Comfort Lake – Forest Lake Watershed District may be eligible for free soil testing….join us to learn more. Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/spring-lawn-prep/
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250401T161112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T190719Z
UID:11880-1744741800-1744749000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:04/15/25 Special Board Workshop – Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 884 8627 6837 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\nFull agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than 3 days preceding the meeting. \n\nCall to Order of Special Meeting\nStrategic Planning Workshop\n\nMemo\nStrategic Planning Initiative Table\nExpansion Process\nAccess Philanthropy Fundraising Feasibility Report\nISG Office Space Feasibility Report\n\n\nAdjourn\n\nNext regular board meeting – April 24\, 2025 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/04-15-25-special-board-workshop-strategic-planning/
CATEGORIES:Special Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250407T190901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190901Z
UID:11998-1744736400-1744740000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:04/15/25 CAC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/04-15-25-cac-meeting/
CATEGORIES:CAC Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T220325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163538Z
UID:11077-1744655400-1744659000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants for Wetlands and Shorelines
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a ditch\, shoreline\, or wetland on your property you want to spruce up beyond cattails and swamp grass? Do you have an area of yard where the grass just won’t grow because it is wet most of the time? There are lots of varieties of natives and non-native perennials that can be used to add color\, texture\, and eye-appeal that don’t mind having wet toes. Let’s figure out how to add an aesthetic splash into that soggy site. Participants will receive a native plant book\, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/native-plants-for-wetlands-and-shorelines/
LOCATION:Chisago Lakes High School\, 29400 Olinda Trail\, Lindstrom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T160157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T182315Z
UID:10667-1744309800-1744317000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:04/10/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 881 4575 2046 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nNew Business\n\na) 2024 Water Monitoring Report and Presentation\n\nYouTube Video\n\n\nb) Office Space Site Visits\nc) Office Space Architect\n\n\nOld Business\n\na) 2024 Year-in-Review\, Annual Report\, Progress Report Presentations\n\nYouTube Presentation\nYear-in-Review\nAnnual Report\nProgress Report\n\n\n\n\nProgram/Project Update\n\na) Project Update\n\n\nReport of Officers and Managers\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\n Adjourn\n\na) Next special board meeting – April 15\, 2025\, 6:30 pm\nb) Next regular board meeting – April 24\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/04-10-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250225T164038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T165130Z
UID:11532-1743442200-1743447600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Watershed Connections: The Alum Treatment Impacts on Forest Lake
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Wilkinson is a civil engineer and limnologist at EOR where she applies her expertise in watershed engineering\, primarily focused on lake and stream water quality and ecology. She will present an introduction to lake science and discuss Forest Lake’s overall water quality. The focus of the presentation will be on nutrient cycling and the recent alum treatment on Forest lake. How effective was the alum treatment\, what are the impacts of the treatment within the lake\, and what are the next steps for the water quality in Forest Lake? \n\nThis FREE workshop will be held at the Forest Lake Senior Community Center (767 4th St SW\, Forest Lake\, MN 55025) March 31\, 2025\, starting at 5:30 p.m. The workshop includes an hour presentation\, a box supper\, and time for open discussion after the presentation. Please RSVP before Friday\, March 21st for this workshop\, so we have an accurate headcount for food and seating.\nTo register\, please contact the CLFLWD at 651-395-5850 or by email.\n\nEvent Flyer\nOpen Meeting Notice
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/watershed-connections-the-alum-treatment-impacts-on-forest-lake/
LOCATION:Forest Lake Senior Community  Center\, 767 4th St SW\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T160115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T171447Z
UID:10665-1743100200-1743107400@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:03/27/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 861 1926 1954 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nConsent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member\, staff member\, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.\n\na) Special Board Meeting Minutes – January 28\, 2025\nb) Special Board Meeting Minutes – February 11\, 2025\nc) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – February 13\, 2025\nd) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – February 27\, 2025\n\nCLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)\n\n\n\n\nPublic Open Forum*\n\n*If you would like to address the Board during the Public Open Forum\, you must attend the meeting in person at 44 Lake St S\, Suite A\, Forest Lake\, MN 55025.\n\n\nCitizen Advisory Committee Update\n\na) Update\nb) Appointment\n\n\nNew Business\n\na) Sunrise River Headwaters Project Development Scope of Work\nb) Water Quality & Storage Grant Application\nc) 2024 CAT & DIY Monitoring Report\n\nYouTube Video\n\n\nd) Insurance Liability Coverage Waiver\ne) Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce\nf) 2024 Year-In-Review\, Annual Report\, Progress Report Initial Drafts\n\n2024 Year-In-Review Draft\nAnnual Report Draft\nProgress Report Draft (posted 3/28/25)\n\n\ng) Shallow Pond\n\n\nOld Business\n\na) Flood Resiliency Community Engagement Final Report\nb) Flood Resiliency Action Plan Scope of Work\nc) FY24 General Fund Transfer Amount\n\n\nReport of Staff\n\na) Administrator\nb) Emmons and Olivier Resources\nc) Smith Partners\n\n\nReport of Treasurer and Approval of Bills\nReport of Officers and Managers\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\nBone Lake South Wetland Property Appraisal [may convene in closed session]\n Adjourn\n\na) Next regular board meeting – April 10\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/03-27-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250310T154301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T184901Z
UID:11673-1743012000-1743019200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Shoreline Ice Ridge Informational Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Event Flyer\nOpen Meeting Notice \nDid the ice push up a ridge along your shoreline? What can you do about it? Are permits required to repair the damage? Are there grants available for repairs and improvements? Is there technical assistance available? How can you prevent an ice ridge from forming again? \nThe Comfort Lake – Forest Lake Watershed District (CLFLWD) is sponsoring an informational workshop to answer these questions and more about your shoreline. Speakers include DNR staff\, watershed staff\, and local lakeshore landscapers. \nThis FREE workshop will be held at the Forest Lake American Legion\, Hall A (355 West Broadway Avenue\, Forest Lake\, MN 55025) starting at 6:00 p.m. The workshop includes several presentations and time after for discussion. \nPlease RSVP before Friday\, March 21st for this workshop\, so we have an accurate headcount for materials and seating. To register\, please contact the CLFLWD at 651-395-5850 or email.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/shoreline-ice-ridge-informational-workshop/
LOCATION:Forest Lake American Legion\, 355 W Broadway Ave\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250306T202018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T225415Z
UID:11655-1742923800-1742931000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:03/25/25 Special Board Workshop – Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 850 9825 9162 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Special Meeting\nStrategic Planning Workshop\n\nMemo\nInitiative Table\n Statute\n\n103D.335 Subd. 19. Open Space and Greenbelts\n103D.201 Watershed District Purposes\n\n\n\n\nAdjourn\n\nNext regular board meeting – March 27\, 2025 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/03-25-25-special-board-workshop-strategic-planning/
CATEGORIES:Special Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T220100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163506Z
UID:11075-1742841000-1742848200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants for Hills and Slopes
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to establish plants and vegetation on a hill or slope? Are you fighting with erosion and washouts every time we get a big rain event? There are lots of varieties of native plants that will put down roots quickly and will hold their ground…and your ground. When it comes to native plants\, it is all about the roots! Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/native-plants-for-hills-and-slopes/
LOCATION:Chisago Lakes High School\, 29400 Olinda Trail\, Lindstrom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250407T190840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190840Z
UID:11996-1742317200-1742320800@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:03/18/25 CAC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/03-18-25-cac-meeting/
CATEGORIES:CAC Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T160032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T131209Z
UID:10663-1741890600-1741897800@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:03/13/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the Zoom* meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 818 7555 6877\n*Please note: a new Zoom link will be generated for each meeting \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nNew Business\n\na) Chisago County Joint Powers Agreement\nb) 2025 Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention & Management Plan\n\nYouTube Video\n\n\nc) 2025 Water Monitoring Plan\n\n\nOld Business\n\na) Floodplain Vulnerability Assessment Update\n\nPresentation\n\n\n\n\nProgram/Project Update\n\na) Project Update\nb) Permitting Program Update\n\nYouTube Video\n\n\n\n\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\n Adjourn\n\na) Next special board meeting – March 25\, 2025\, 5:30 pm\nb) Next regular board meeting – March 27\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/03-13-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163416Z
UID:11073-1741631400-1741635000@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Patch Plan and Plant
DESCRIPTION:A native wildflower garden will attract beautiful butterflies and bees to your yard and help pollinators stay healthy. You can plant a garden anywhere from the tiniest corner of your city lot to the shadiest area under a pine tree. We will cover it all from weeds to seeds to bountiful blooms for small spaces. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications and several door prizes from local plant specialists will be given away.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/pollinator-patch-plan-and-plant/
LOCATION:Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center\, 943 9th Ave SW\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163346Z
UID:11071-1741285800-1741289400@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Shoreline Restoration and Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Are you losing ground? Is your shoreline eroding\, unsightly or seem to be a goose magnet? Did the excessive rains last year take a toll? Is the ice pushing up a new ridge every year? Learn how to improve water quality\, reduce erosion and beautify your property using native plants\, simple installation techniques and smart planning for easier long-term maintenance. Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/shoreline-restoration-and-maintenance/
LOCATION:Chisago Lakes High School\, 29400 Olinda Trail\, Lindstrom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250221T144728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T213232Z
UID:11486-1741109400-1741116600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:03/04/25 Special Board Workshop – Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 822 7754 9006 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Special Meeting\nStrategic Planning Workshop\nAdjourn\n\nNext regular board meeting – March 13\, 2025 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/03-04-25-special-board-workshop-strategic-planning/
CATEGORIES:Special Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163311Z
UID:11069-1741026600-1741030200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Rain Barrels 101
DESCRIPTION:Rain barrels harvest rainwater from roofs and other structures that can then be used to water gardens\, lawns\, and potted plants. Installing a rain barrel is an excellent way to reduce run-off and pollution as well as save MONEY! As much as 40% of residential water is used for irrigation in the summer. Participants will learn the ins and outs of rain barrels\, site selection\, and other tips to use rain barrels most efficiently. We will also talk about the pros and cons of many of the commercially available rain barrels and how to make your own. Residents within the Comfort Lake – Forest Lake Watershed District may be eligible for free rain barrels….join us to learn more. Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/rain-barrels-101-2/
LOCATION:Chisago Lakes High School\, 29400 Olinda Trail\, Lindstrom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20241122T155949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T194118Z
UID:10661-1740681000-1740688200@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:02/27/25 Regular Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Remote Attendance Instructions:\nClick here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 822 7754 9006 \nMeeting Notice & Agenda\n\nCall to Order of Regular Meeting\nSetting of Meeting Agenda\nConsent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member\, staff member\, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.\n\na) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – November 21\, 2024\nb) Special Board Meeting Minutes – January 7\, 2025\nc) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – January 9\, 2025\nd) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – January 23\, 2025\ne) Special Board Meeting Minutes – January 28\, 2025\nCLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)\n\n\nPublic Open Forum\nCitizen Advisory Committee Update\n\na) Update\nb) Appointment\n\n\nNew Business\nOld Business\n\na) MN Watersheds Delegate Appointments\nb) Forest Lake Alum Treatment Monitoring Update\nc) North Shore Trail Road Reconstruction Project\n\n\nReport of Staff\n\na) Administrator\nb) Emmons and Olivier Resources\nc) Smith Partners\n\n\nReport of Treasurer and Approval of Bills\nReport of Officers and Managers\nSummary and Approval of Board Direction\n Adjourn\n\na) Next special board meeting – March 4\, 2025\, 5:30 pm\nb) Next regular board meeting – March 13\, 2025\, 6:30 pm
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/02-27-25-regular-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regular Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163237Z
UID:11067-1740681000-1740684600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Many MN Milkweeds
DESCRIPTION:We have over a dozen milkweeds that are native to Minnesota. Let’s chat about the wide variety of these great pollinator plants! Some are wildly popular and very common growing in gardens and local sceneries. We will also discuss where to buy milkweed plants and seed\, plus how and where to add these pollinator magnets to your landscapes. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications and several door prizes from local plant specialists will be given away.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/many-mn-milkweeds/
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163042Z
UID:11065-1740508200-1740511800@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Perennial Pocket Plantings
DESCRIPTION:A native wildflower garden will attract beautiful butterflies and bees to your yard and help pollinators stay healthy. You can plant a garden anywhere from the tiniest corner of your city lot to an open prairie setting and about anything in between. We will cover it all\, from weeds to seeds and from start to bountiful blooms. We will even “walk” through a project from scratch to bountiful blooms. Participants will receive an informational folder and a native plant book\, and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/perennial-pocket-plantings/
LOCATION:Hardwood Creek Library\, 19955 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250114T155844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T212817Z
UID:11098-1740418200-1740423600@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Watershed Connections: Changing Climate Trends and Local Impacts
DESCRIPTION:Kenny Blumenfeld is a Minnesota DNR climatologist who has been fascinated by storms and weather extremes his whole life\, and who enjoys helping Minnesotans understand their weather and climate. He will discuss long-term\, ongoing\, and projected climate trends\, along with recent weather and climate extremes in the region. The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake area has become warmer on average\, particularly during the winter\, and also has become more humid and wetter\, even when accounting for recent drought. Projections indicate the area will keep getting warmer and wetter on average\, with even greater extremes of winter warmth\, humid summertime heat\, and precipitation than have yet been observed. \nThis FREE workshop will be held at the Forest Lake Senior Community Center (767 4th St SW\, Forest Lake\, MN 55025) starting at 5:30 p.m. The workshop includes an hour presentation\, a box supper\, and time for open discussion after the presentation. \nPlease RSVP before Friday\, February 21st for this workshop\, so we have an accurate headcount for food and seating. To register\, please contact the CLFLWD at 651-395-5850 or by email. \nEvent Flyer \nOPEN MEETING NOTICE
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/watershed-connections-changing-climate-trends-and-local-impacts/
LOCATION:Forest Lake Senior Community  Center\, 767 4th St SW\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064733
CREATED:20250113T215353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T215353Z
UID:11063-1740076200-1740079800@clflwd.org
SUMMARY:Top Twenty Tough Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to put down some roots and use native plants in your landscaping\, flower gardens\, and everywhere else. We will help identify some of our favorite no-fail natives for a wide variety of soils\, shade levels\, and overall hardiness. These are the rough\, tumble\, aggressive\, and easy to find native plants. Also learn some easy ways to integrate native plants into your current landscaping\, or start a whole new project. Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes.
URL:https://clflwd.org/event/top-twenty-tough-native-plants/
LOCATION:Chisago Lakes High School\, 29400 Olinda Trail\, Lindstrom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops/Presentations
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