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Drinking Coffee For Birds

By: Brandon Baker

May 05, 2021

Did you know that coffee farms can have major impacts on migrating birds? Learn how coffee production affects birds and how you can help make a difference with the coffee you drink.

8 Ideas to Celebrate Earth Day (Today and Every Day!)

By: Alyssa Schauer

April 22, 2020

Happy Earth Day! Today marks 50 brilliant years of a national holiday that gave a voice to the environment and continues to encourage us all to take steps in protecting our planet. Despite living in the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 this year, there are still a variety of ways you can celebrate Earth Day safely at home and outside.

Top 5 Places for Wedding Photos in the Parks

By: Alyssa Schauer

September 27, 2019

One of the incredible things about getting married in the parks is the wide variety of lovely spaces and natural settings for photo ops. See our top 5 places to take wedding photos and learn more about professional photography in Three Rivers.

6 Ways Three Rivers Makes Golf Sustainable

By: Erin Korsmo

July 31, 2019

Golf and sustainability are words that you may not often hear in the same sentence, but at Three Rivers, we have found a way for golf and environmental stewardship to work together. Read on to learn how we are putting sustainability first on our golf courses.

5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

By: Alyssa Schauer

April 22, 2019

Happy Earth Day! This national holiday gives a voice to the environment and implements an emerging awareness about the effects of human impact on the planet. Find 5 ways to celebrate Earth Day today and every day. 

5 Tips for Planning a Sustainable Wedding or Event

By: Rachel Van Vlaenderen

February 18, 2019

Weddings and other large events don't have to be wasteful. Making the right choices when it comes to the venue, food, decorations and more can ensure your party is memorable for your guests and easy on the environment.

6 Sustainable Holiday Gift Ideas

By: Alyssa Schauer

November 26, 2018

The holiday season is officially here, and for many people that means finding the perfect presents for friends and family. This year, we challenge you to consider both your loved ones and the environment when it comes to gift-giving. From home-baked treats to thoughtful crafts, here are a few ideas to get you started.

Sustainability Thread: Climate Conversations

By: Rachel Van Vlaenderen

November 05, 2018

With more than 27,000 acres of land, visitors and staff see changes every day in our parks and on our trails. Much of what our staff has noticed has been a transformation in our weather and climate. Join the conversation.

Sustainability Challenge: World Car Free Day

By: Andrea Breitung

September 17, 2018

World Car Free Day, held September 22, is an annual day with the goal of encouraging a world less reliant on cars. Read on for ideas to ditch your vehicle and challenge yourself to see if you can go car-free for one day.

What Is Environmental Stewardship to You?

By: Laura Jarriel & Andrea Breitung

August 01, 2018

Learn what the Three Rivers blog is about and start to ask yourself what environmental stewardship means to you.

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