While the Mississippi River might not be on this year's list, the Boundary Waters are an essential piece of our region. Learn how to take action to protect them ⬇️

A black-and-white photograph of Rachel Carson (1907–1964), the pioneering American marine biologist, author, and conservationist whose landmark book Silent Spring (1962) launched the modern environmental movement. Carson stands in a wooded outdoor setting, leaning gently against a tree trunk with binoculars slung around her neck, wearing a practical light-colored collared shirt and jacket. Her curly hair frames her face as she turns toward the camera with a quiet, resolute expression conveying deep thought and determination. To the right appears the iconic green dust jacket of Silent Spring featuring bold yellow and white lettering. The side-by-side composition pairs her portrait with her most influential work. The mood is one of quiet strength, scientific curiosity, and reverence for nature. This image powerfully symbolizes Carson’s enduring legacy as a woman who combined rigorous evidence with eloquent prose to expose the dangers of synthetic pesticides, leading directly to the U.S. ban on DDT and the creation of the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Marine biologist & author Rachel Carson died #OTD in 1964.

Her groundbreaking book 𝘚𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘚𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 (1962) launched the modern environmental movement, forever changed how we think about pesticides & human impact on nature, and led to the nationwide ban on DDT & creation of the US EPA.

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Wisconsinites - happy Spring Election Day! Visit myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ to vote in the race for state Supreme Court justice & local officials.

And, once you're done at the polls, head to our blog to learn how current members have recently secured clean water wins!
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Water is life, so let's celebrate it this month and every month! Check out our calendar to find 💦 themed events across the Upper Mississippi River Region in April.
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Tell us what you're looking forward to this #EarthMonth below ⬇️

Democracy Moves With Women | League of Women Voters Women play a central role in that participation. As voters, organizers, community leaders, and advocates, women shape how democracy responds to the realities families and communities face every…

In 2026, women’s voices are more critical than ever.

Women play a central role in that participation. As voters, organizers, community leaders, and advocates, women shape how democracy responds to the realities families and communities face every day.

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Art Cullen Book Talk - Marty, We've Crapped in Our Own Nest YouTube video by LWV UMRR ILO

What is causing rising cancer rates in Iowa? How does our pollution affect folks downstream? Who is representing clean water in the legislature?

Get answers to these questions and more by watching our latest YouTube video, featuring Art Cullen:
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