News Release
MEP joins funding effort for Lake Vermilion State Park and Central Corridor
Action to protect Minnesota's future needed before session end
(May 5, 2008) - Minnesota Environmental Partnership (MEP), the statewide coalition of more than 80 conservation and environmental organizations, today joined efforts to restore funding for the Central Corridor light rail line and to create Lake Vermilion State Park.
more...Parks and Trails investments spared as Gov. Pawlenty cuts bonding bill by $208 million
State park and trail investments largest in history
April 7, 2008 – Parks & Trails supporters statewide can breathe a sigh of relief as Gov. Tim Pawlenty today signed the bonding bill after cutting $208 million in capital investment projects.
more...Sen. David Durenberger to receive lifetime achievement award at April 24 Ball of the Wild
Former Sen. David Durenberger will be presented with the Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota's highest honor at the Inaugural Ball of the Wild on April 24 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis.
more...Parks & Trails Council to honor nine who’ve made significant contributions to Minnesota’s Great Outdoor Legacy
Minnesota’s parks, trails and other assorted wild outdoor places have long been celebrated as part of our state’s Great Outdoor heritage. On Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the Inaugural Ball of the Wild, the Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota is flipping the script and celebrating the extraordinary people and organizations behind these special places.
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