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?

Slow and steady wins the race- or at least, that’s how the old saying goes. However, our culture of fast food, fast fashion, and fast, well, life would suggest otherwise. In 2024 America it’s pretty simple to get what you want, when you want it- even if when we want it defies nature. Where once people had to wait for their seasonal favorites…

St. Paul’s East Side is finding it hard to breathe deep. According to the American Lung Association an adult person takes about 20,000 breaths a day, or about 7.5 million inhale-exhales a year. Pollutants like lead, arsenic, and other particulate matter cause serious health issues for humans and per the Minnesota Department of Health there is no safe level of lead exposure in humans.

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Learn about what you can do to keep your community safe during this years wildfire season! There have been 6 wildfires in Ramsey county alone from 2015-2020, all of which were caused by people using unsafe burning practices.

“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony…” Fans of the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender know this beginning well. Get inspired to check off your end of winter chores in this elemental themed post.

February Updates

Why helping to grow the urban tree canopy is beneficial to you, your neighbor, and the environment

We’re going to be a Charity Partner for the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon on Oct 4-6.

Green Your Mind with AmeriCorps- Written by AmeriCorps interns serving at Urban Roots