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get your early-bird tickets for Defending True North
Join us on Sunday, October 11 for Defending True North, a special gathering celebrating more than 50 years of protecting Minnesota’s environment and building momentum for a thriving future.
Since 1974, the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) has used legal and policy expertise to safeguard Minnesota’s air, water, climate and people. This event will honor the history of our collective impact while looking forward to the work ahead.
Purchase before September 21 to save $20 on your tickets
We hope to see you Sunday, October 11th, 2026 at the beautiful Leopold's Mississippi Gardens for our annual fall event, Defending True North.
Leopold's Mississippi Garden is a picturesque rolling lawn on the shores of the Mississippi River. We'll gather rain or shine: while we're planning to be outdoors, indoor space is also reserved. MCEA is committed to providing accessible and inclusive events. We will provide golf carts for transportation of guests as needed. Please contact semerich@mncenter.org if you have accessibility requests.
MCEA is grateful for the Champions and Co-Hosts who make this event possible!
Champions
Louisa Castner
Harlan Cavert
Leigh and Peter Currie
John and Suzanne Gappa
Kathryn Hoffman and Brad Thompson
Mike Madigan and Kay Erickson
Alida and Bill Messinger
Richard Nethercut and Loni Kemp
Bruce and Julie Steiner
Ron Sternal and Nancy Gibson
Tamarack Water Alliance
Co-hosts
Sam Boren and Steve King
Brad Clary and Cheryl Hanson
Alan and Lollie Eidsness
Steven Foldes and Riv-Ellen Prell
Peter and Mary Gove
Vanya Hogen
Melinda and Fred Quivik
Joe Shneider and Karen Caswell
Katie Simon-Dastych and Jerry Dastych
David Stephens and Susan Ferron