Support Cedar Creek's Mission
From the 1940s and Raymond Lindeman's field-shaping insights to the present-day work of world-renowned ecologists David Tilman, Peter Reich, Sarah Hobbie, and others, Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve is a highly influential field station and research destination. Our work plays a critical role in advancing our understanding of how we are affecting the environment and how we might protect it. Be part of this incredible legacy and bright future by supporting the field station. Questions? Contact John Curry at jcurry@umn.edu or 612-624-4770.
Research
The Flory Cedar Creek Collaboration Fund
Supports collaborative ecological research that discovers sustainable solutions to environmental challenges, including training young researchers.
The Robert Buck and Cheryl Quinn Cedar Creek Undergraduate Scholarship
Provides financial support for high achieving undergraduate students to participate in research over the summer at Cedar Creek.
The Darby and Geri Nelson Environmental Scholarship Award
Supports research at Cedar Creek by an Ecology, Evolution and Behavior graduate student, who is able to demonstrate financial need and academic merit.
The Richard and Judi Huempfner Cedar Creek Research and Education Fund
Support to enhance educational and research activities at Cedar Creek, including resources for early-career scientists.
The Richard and Judi Huempfner Ruffed Grouse, Woodcock and Avian Research Fellowship
Supports the work of graduate students who conduct applied research on upland game birds, waterfowl, songbirds; or threatened or endangered species.
Education and community engagement
The Cedar Creek Fund
Supports the program activities at Cedar Creek, including science field trips, public events and other initiatives to enhance programming.
The Cedar Creek K-12 Outreach Fund
Supports K-12 activities at Cedar Creek, including covering field trip fees and transportation costs for visiting schools
The Richard and Judi Huempfner Cedar Creek Research and Education Fund
Support to enhance educational and research activities at Cedar Creek, including resources for K-12 programs and supplies, research stipends and professional conferences.
Conservation
The Cedar Creek Conservation Fund
Financial support to protect and restore both the species and the ecosystems of Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. From bison and red-headed woodpeckers to bur oaks and peat bogs – we are dedicated to understanding and managing our unique landscape.
Capital improvements
The Cedar Creek Capital Improvements Fund
Supports the development of infrastructure on-site, including creating a new Minnesota Ecology Walk and Lindeman Center addition that will provide interpretive experiences for visitors.
General
The Cedar Creek Membership Fund
Provides general support to the areas of greatest need at Cedar Creek, to ensure community support, equipment and research.