The Kids Fishing Clinic (May 2, 2015) brought “schools” of kids down to the Coon Rapids Dam Park to experience the joy and wonders of fishing. Kids learned to tie knots and cast from the shore. But to be a good fisher you have to know your fish and protect the waters that are their […]
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Blaine clean water expert receives public health leadership award
April 14th, 2015 
knowtheflow Mr. Jim Hafner, City of Blaine Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Wellhead Protection Manager, has been awarded the 2015 Public Health Leadership Award from the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. Jim was recognized for his devotion to the protection and management of water resources in Anoka County through his selfless service as the Chairman of the Anoka County […]
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Change your community for the better by volunteering
April 11th, 2015 knowtheflow (Updated 4/15/2016) The Anoka County Board Of Commissioners has proclaimed April 12 – April 18, 2015 as Volunteer Recognition Week In Anoka County. Volunteers Make Citizen Science Work (EPA YouTube; 2:12). Anoka County communities have established water resource management programs with their watershed management organization or a watershed district. The community’s surface water management program deals with land […]
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Plan ahead to celebrate arbor day
March 27th, 2015 knowtheflow Each year, on the last Friday of April, and throughout the month of May, Minnesotans recognize the value of trees, forests and the natural resources they represent. Trees brighten the environment by moderating climate, improving air and water quality, conserving water and energy, and sheltering wildlife. Many community Arbor Day/Month events include tree sales that require […]
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Lino Lakes City Council approves wellhead protection plan
March 17th, 2015 knowtheflow Lino Lakes City Council has approved a plan to protect the groundwater sources of the City’s water supply system. The Lino Lake Wellhead Protection Plan addresses potential sources of water pollution near City wells to keep the groundwater clean and the City water free of contamination. NOTE: The City of Lino Lakes is currently making […]
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Well sealing grants available to property owners in Blaine, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes
March 16th, 2015 knowtheflow UPDATE 3/16/2015) A detailed map (0.8 Mb) and brochure are now available for this special grant program. To protect its community drinking water, Blaine, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes are making cost-share grants available to property owners to seal unused (abandoned) wells near city wells. Residents and property owners that are inside the city’s Drinking […]
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Fix-a-leak week
March 11th, 2015 knowtheflow Anoka County residents and businesses are urged to check their plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems each year during Fix a Leak Week (March 16-22, 2015). Nationwide, more than 1 trillion gallons of water leak from U.S. homes each year. Current drought conditions coupled with growing water demand challenges businesses and residents to conserve our natural water resources by […]
It’s groundwater awareness week – is your private well safe?
March 8th, 2015 knowtheflow Private well owners must take measures to protect their drinking water. That includes protecting the groundwater that is drawn into the well. National Groundwater Awareness Week (March 8-14) brings attention to the important role that groundwater plays in the health and wellbeing of people. Anoka County Environmental Services and the Minnesota Department of Health recommend […]
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National wildlife week – an inspiration
March 8th, 2015 knowtheflow National Wildlife Week (March 9th through the 15th) is designed around teaching and connecting kids to the awesome wonders of wildlife. The 2015 theme for National Wildlife Week is Inspiring Americans to Protect Wildlife for Our Children’s Future. IN MINNESOTA The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources protects and manages our wildlife. Visit the DNR Nongame Wildlife […]
Fridley awarded the 2014 outstanding conservationist
March 5th, 2015 knowtheflow The Anoka Conservation District (ACD) selected the City of Fridley as the 2014 Anoka County Outstanding Conservationist. Each year ACD recognizes individual and organization accomplishments in conservation that protects and improves the natural resources in Anoka County. “This award doesn’t recognize the accomplishments of an institution or government entity. Rather, it’s about the people. The elected and […]
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