Meet-a-Stream Day with Minnesota Trout Unlimited

Join MNTU education specialist and long time fly angler, Evan Griggs, at his favorite MNTU habitat project sites. Tour the project site to see how habitat work benefits the stream. Learn about stream ecology by sampling macroinvertebrates to determine water quality and see what the trout are eating. Then we’ll practice our fly fishing skills, like casting and knot tying, before heading out to try and catch some trout.

Our programs are tailored for kids, families, and newer anglers. This is a great way to explore some new fishing spots, understand how our habitat projects benefit trout, and grow your fishing skills! All gear provided and no fishing license or trout stamp are required for participants at these events. For ages 10+, an adult must accompany their minor(s) at all times. If looking to register more than 3 people or have questions, contact Evan Griggs, tic.mntu@gmail.com.

Smart Salting for Property Managers, Business Owners, and Environmental Professionals

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Smart Salting training helps improve salt effectiveness and reduces chloride pollution. It also keeps surfaces safe and prevents chloride contamination in water bodies. Dakota County hosts Smart Salting Training at no cost to participants.

In the course, you will learn to:

Reduce indoor and outdoor salt damage
Use sustainable practices
Manage liability and hidden costs of salt use on properties
Look at winter maintenance strategies to discover improvement areas

New MS4 permit chloride requirements will be reviewed. Attendees can meet MPCA Level 1 Certification in Snow and Ice Control Best Practices. Certification is valid for two years. Session is online. Register by Sept. 30.

Registration is required. Please provide details for everyone planning to attend. Webex link to be provided prior to training.

This training is hosted by Dakota County and MPCA Chloride Reduction program. Funding is provided by MPCA through the Clean Water Fund.

Smart Salting for Parking Lots and Sidewalks

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Smart Salting training helps improve salt effectiveness and reduces chloride pollution. It also keeps surfaces safe and prevents chloride contamination in water bodies. Dakota County hosts Smart Salting Training at no cost to participants.

In this course, participants will learn how to integrate science with practical winter maintenance while minimizing impacts on the environment.

Audience: private winter maintenance companies and city park, hospital, and school winter maintenance professionals
Upon completion of training and passing the test issued at the end of training, you will earn a Smart Salting certification that expires five years from the date of training.

Registration is required. Please provide details for everyone planning to attend. Register by Oct. 8.

This training is hosted by VRWJPO, Dakota County, and the MPCA Chloride Reduction program. Funding is provided by MPCA through the Clean Water Fund.