A Moment of Appreciation for our Volunteers
It was a chilly windswept afternoon, and the rain had begun falling in a fine mist. The soil of the Urban Roots... Read More
Grants Manager
About Us: Urban Roots is a Saint Paul organization whose mission is to cultivate and empower youth through nature, healthy food, and... Read More
Urban Roots Goes to Yellowstone!
This year a group of youth interns got the opportunity to take a trip out to Yellowstone National Park. It was a... Read More
Conservation Outreach Coordinator
Organization: Urban Roots is a Saint Paul organization whose mission is to cultivate and empower youth through nature, healthy food, and community.... Read More
Consider the Trees: A Look at Water Runoff and Tree Health
Trees provide shade, temperature regulation, wildlife habitat, and hydrologic (water runoff) regulation in cities. It’s important to provide them with everything they... Read More
Cook Fresh Program Manager
About Us: Urban Roots is a Saint Paul organization whose mission is to cultivate and empower youth through nature, healthy food, and community.... Read More
Let’s Garden! Urban Food Canopies in Community
Urban food canopies are an inventive way to introduce fresh fruits and vegetables to urban environments. They can take many different forms,... Read More
Meet Your Native Plant Community
Written by Sam “Tree Guy” Mockert The Upper Midwest is a spot with a lot of amazing and unique features. We sit... Read More
Tree Canopy Recovery: History and How We Can Move Forward
Our tree canopy is one of the most prominent features of our urban landscape, and yet one that is infrequently discussed at length. We all benefit from healthy trees in our communities, and yet so many streets are still lacking in healthy canopy. Why is that, and what can we do to change the situation for the better?



