In 2020, Minnesota funded a $1.918 million Shell Rock River habitat program; by 2025, it had protected or restored 588 acres

In 2020, Minnesota approved $1.918 million for the Shell Rock River Watershed Habitat Restoration Program - Phase IX. According to a 2025 final report from the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, the program ultimately protected, restored or enhanced 588 acres of habitat in the Shell Rock River watershed, exceeding its original goal of 483 acres.

Raccontata datimesofindia.indiatimes.com